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Discussion in 'General Chat Forum' started by Kaosdad, Feb 7, 2008.

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  1. Mr Rogers

    Mr Rogers Active Member

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    It was 6 years ago. He cried a little and then ran away. I hope that he survived, but I'll never know.

    I got me a dog, too!:clap:
     
    Mr Rogers, Feb 15, 2008
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  2. Mr Rogers

    Mr Rogers Active Member

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    Billy does a process called claying http://www.autopia-carcare.com/detailingclay.html that smooths out the paint and makes it really receptive to wax. The outside of the car is so smooth that I am sure that we could pick up a couple of MPG's. :happygrin::huh:

    The paint job looks better than new. I know of several car collectors who do this process with NEW CARS, before they even drive them.
     
    Mr Rogers, Feb 15, 2008
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  3. flynnibus

    flynnibus Well-Known Member Forum Staff

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    claying is good for cars that have been exposed and left 'nekid' for a awhile. On well maintained stuff its much less effective. A good polish is more then enough for most. Claying simply pulls containments caught in the clearcoat out.. it doesn't actually do any polishing or compounding (more intense) which is what you need to remove scratches, blemishes, and swirls.

    A good compounding, followed by polish, followed by protection (wax/polymer) will make things look great.

    Or yours can look like what mine does when I clean it :)
    [​IMG]
     
    flynnibus, Feb 16, 2008
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  4. Mr Rogers

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    Dude, do you have a Delorean in stainless steel that I don't know about? :bow: The carpool vehicles have ne'er looked like that!:drive::grouphug:

    Take a look at my DW's car! You won't recognize it!
     
    Mr Rogers, Feb 16, 2008
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  5. flynnibus

    flynnibus Well-Known Member Forum Staff

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    My middle one just said 'why does your car have a hole in it' hahah

    The car hasn't gotten any love last year due to time and then of course water restrictions, etc. Its older now, so it doesn't get the bi-weekly TLC it used to get years ago.
     
    flynnibus, Feb 16, 2008
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  6. Lee

    Lee Permanent Vacation

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    OK Steve what is your ride??? I used to be somewhat of a car nut, but gave it up after we had kids :happygrin: That is the best shine or finish or whatever you call it I have ever seen :happygrin:

    I have never had a car shine like that. Absolutely gorgeous :happygrin:

    Lee j
     
    Lee, Feb 16, 2008
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  7. flynnibus

    flynnibus Well-Known Member Forum Staff

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    One more... just for Lee :)

    [​IMG]
     
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  8. Lee

    Lee Permanent Vacation

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    You are making me drool Steve :happygrin:

    It is hurting my eyes that shine is soooo beautiful :clap:

    Lee
     
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  9. Mr Rogers

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    I know what Steve's ride is!!!

    He has a Honda Odyssey.... and a number car...how's that for a hint, LEE?
     
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    Wheel looks like it could be a BMW.
     
    T8erman, Feb 16, 2008
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  11. polar8825

    polar8825 Human Propulsion Expert

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    I know what it is...I see it often, but only while wearing sunglasses! (Because of the shine!!!) [​IMG]

    Here's another hint...it's pretty DAMN FAST![​IMG]
     
    polar8825, Feb 16, 2008
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  12. vacliff

    vacliff "You shouldn't say that."

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    outazway! (hint hint)
     
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  13. Kaosdad

    Kaosdad Will work for Rum

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    A 300?
     
    Kaosdad, Feb 16, 2008
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  14. polar8825

    polar8825 Human Propulsion Expert

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    Nope, not a Chrysler.

    Think foreign....
     
    polar8825, Feb 16, 2008
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  15. christinaandrob

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    acura?
     
    christinaandrob, Feb 16, 2008
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  16. Silence Dogood99

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    My car freak son says it looks like BMW rims, but the crease on the hood is a bit narrow...he's sticking with BMW 5 Series but trying to figure out if it's an S Class Mercedes...either way, sweet ride in his book!
     
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  17. flynnibus

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    Shame on you Polar... you should know the car's heritage! 300 would be its older brother :)
     
    flynnibus, Feb 17, 2008
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  18. flynnibus

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    flynnibus, Feb 17, 2008
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  19. Mr Rogers

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    Mr Rogers, Feb 17, 2008
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  20. flynnibus

    flynnibus Well-Known Member Forum Staff

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    Trademarks are much more loose then other claims of ownership like patents, copyright, etc. But yes, I was aware.. they also setup www.z.com :)
     
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