Marylander Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 Just curious -- what areas of detailing do you find the most challenging (product/technique-wise) or do you just not really know enough about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 JBlack151 Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 (edited) I know this has nothing to do with Adam's, but I would love to have more attempts at applying and mastering protective films. I see Phil is his crew over at Detailers Domain doing this all the time and it's one of the skills I'd love to have under my belt to offer to clients. I haven't wet sanded for a while, so I guess that could be a weak point for me at the moment. As for Adam's products, I've been using so much of all the products all the time lately I am confident with all of the steps. And if I get caught with something then I have the Instructional Videos or this awesome forum for support. Edited October 26, 2012 by JBlack151 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 THE Mook Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 I don't know if I am weak at it, or just hate it due to the fact I *could* screw something up...but the rubber wheel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Marylander Posted October 26, 2012 Author Share Posted October 26, 2012 I don't know if I am weak at it, or just hate it due to the fact I *could* screw something up...but the rubber wheel. I don't even know what that is? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 THE Mook Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 I don't even know what that is? The "eraser" wheel to remove old tape residue, pinstripes, lettering, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 StormChaser Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 I struggle with tires because I don't have muscle strength to get it good and clean Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Marylander Posted October 26, 2012 Author Share Posted October 26, 2012 The "eraser" wheel to remove old tape residue, pinstripes, lettering, etc. ahhh... I kind of wish I'd know about that. I remved pinstripes off my MR2 using solvents and wet sanding. It was a hair-raising ordeal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 JBlack151 Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 Mook pointed out a good one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 THE Mook Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 Justin@Swan Creek Auto Care showed me some cool chemical that will aid in my winter project. No more wheel for me I hope! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 GXPaycheck Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 My weak spot is making time to do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 RSCamaro Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 I've never actually done any of the higher level stuff like badge/stripe removal or anything like that.... I know this makes me look like a total amateur but cleaning glass is so friggin' tough....who knew it would be so challenging to get something perfectly clear Also I still tend to go a little heavy on product usage...especially waxing. Practice makes perfect, maybe some day i'll be up there with the big dogs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 ChargerMatt Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 Wet sanding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 gymrat7953 Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 cleaning pads and towels when I'm finished.... it seems to take almost as long as the detail did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Team Adam's Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 Wheels. I'm guilty of rushing wheel cleaning... its not for lack of knowledge or ability... just motivation to do the work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 THE Mook Posted October 26, 2012 Share Posted October 26, 2012 Wheels. I'm guilty of rushing wheel cleaning... its not for lack of knowledge or ability... just motivation to do the work. Anyone over 6' tall usually does. :willy: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Marylander Posted October 26, 2012 Author Share Posted October 26, 2012 Anyone over 6' tall usually does.:willy: I hear that! And wait till you're 40, kid -- suddenly clean wheel barrels drop way down on your list of priorities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 mikegeaney Posted October 27, 2012 Share Posted October 27, 2012 As food as Adam's Glass Cleaner is I am still challenged to get windows perfect! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 scott mc Posted October 27, 2012 Share Posted October 27, 2012 :willy:Interior windows for sure!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 omegaman1978 Posted October 27, 2012 Share Posted October 27, 2012 The details. I'll miss a piece of trim here and there, or only clean one side mirror and leave the other spotty...i've cleaned the interior only to find i didn't wipe down he turn signal knob. Yesterday, I did the interior windows, but neglected the passenger side portion of the windshield...because screw that guy. That kind of stuff. I've gotten much better hanging around here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Chase@InsanePaint Posted October 27, 2012 Share Posted October 27, 2012 Would love to learn how to wet sand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 mc2hill Posted October 27, 2012 Share Posted October 27, 2012 I have a pretty good handle on most of the work, but I do horrible at estimating how long something will take! I got within 15 minutes on a job on Thursday, so maybe I am getting better with that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 GP3100 Posted October 27, 2012 Share Posted October 27, 2012 Interiors, because of most of the condition the cars I deal with are at least 20 years old. Some are newer, but most are in the 15-20 year old time-frame. And this is Wisconsin.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Chris@Adams Posted October 27, 2012 Share Posted October 27, 2012 I hear that! And wait till you're 40, kid -- suddenly clean wheel barrels drop way down on your list of priorities. 40, Still wet behind the ears, just ask Rich. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Pureshine Posted October 27, 2012 Share Posted October 27, 2012 I hate windows even though I have found a great to clean them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 MichiganSRT8 Posted October 27, 2012 Share Posted October 27, 2012 im on the other side, wet sanding on ferrari's make the learning curve go fast haha. So i got wet sanding down out of pure fear haha. Right now though I would say working with pneumatic rotary, idk what is is but its been messing with me lately. That and watching pad angles in small places like 430 air inlets and sharp curved places. btw GREAT thread idea, not something i would of thought of. forgot to add I am weak at only doing the certain things people pay for, I usually way overwork everything from my OCD haha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 LFairbanks Posted October 28, 2012 Share Posted October 28, 2012 Getting it done before the wife tells me that I have spent too much time and there is other things that need to be done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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