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Nick Chapman
03-12-2009, 04:46 PM
...Because other detailers do! :D

This is another local detailer's personal vehicle. Apparently he's had a really tough time getting this paint looking good. And this paint was tough, but looks 100% better than it did! Although, not perfect :(
This paint was the softest I've seen yet. Try and wipe a Quik Detailer spray on it with a soft microfiber towel, and it scratches the piss out of it :(


Befores...

http://www.dfwstangs.net/coppermine/albums/userpics/10253/DPP_0580.JPG

http://www.dfwstangs.net/coppermine/albums/userpics/10253/DPP_0581.JPG

http://www.dfwstangs.net/coppermine/albums/userpics/10253/DPP_0582.JPG

http://www.dfwstangs.net/coppermine/albums/userpics/10253/DPP_0583.JPG

http://www.dfwstangs.net/coppermine/albums/userpics/10253/DPP_0584.JPG

http://www.dfwstangs.net/coppermine/albums/userpics/10253/DPP_0586.JPG

http://www.dfwstangs.net/coppermine/albums/userpics/10253/DPP_0587.JPG
Nick Chapman
03-12-2009, 04:46 PM
This was his attempt at fixing his paint. Super scratch sensitive!!

http://www.dfwstangs.net/coppermine/albums/userpics/10253/DPP_0585.JPG
Nick Chapman
03-12-2009, 04:47 PM
And the afters...

http://www.dfwstangs.net/coppermine/albums/userpics/10253/DPP_0589.JPG

http://www.dfwstangs.net/coppermine/albums/userpics/10253/DPP_0590.JPG

http://www.dfwstangs.net/coppermine/albums/userpics/10253/DPP_0591.JPG

http://www.dfwstangs.net/coppermine/albums/userpics/10253/DPP_0592.JPG

http://www.dfwstangs.net/coppermine/albums/userpics/10253/DPP_0593.JPG

http://www.dfwstangs.net/coppermine/albums/userpics/10253/DPP_0594.JPG

http://www.dfwstangs.net/coppermine/albums/userpics/10253/DPP_0596.JPG
Nick Chapman
03-12-2009, 04:56 PM
Sorry about the hazy look on the after shots. For some reason, the Quik Detailer spray that I used, hazed up and I couldn't get it off 100%. Not sure if it was because of the cold weather or what, weird! :(
bcoop
03-12-2009, 04:56 PM
So the afters look great, but if the paint being so soft is the problem, isn't it going to look like shit the first time he washes it?

I thought the only true fix to soft paint like that, was a new paint job. But obviously, you're the pro.
Muffrazr
03-12-2009, 04:57 PM
Damn!! That's badass.
Nick Chapman
03-12-2009, 05:03 PM
So the afters look great, but if the paint being so soft is the problem, isn't it going to look like shit the first time he washes it?

I thought the only true fix to soft paint like that, was a new paint job. But obviously, you're the pro.

Yes thats true, but if he maintain this with a bimonthly polishing, along with proper washing techniques, I believe it'll last him a while. It'll never be 100% perfect(because it's so soft), but it'll stay in better condition than when he brought it to me.
5.0_CJ
03-13-2009, 11:05 AM
Yes thats true, but if he maintain this with a bimonthly polishing, along with proper washing techniques, I believe it'll last him a while. It'll never be 100% perfect(because it's so soft), but it'll stay in better condition than when he brought it to me.

I wouldn't think a pricey german car like that would have such soft paint.
Nick Chapman
03-13-2009, 11:13 AM
I wouldn't think a pricey german car like that would have such soft paint.

Me either. I put a paint guage on it, and it seems to be a factory paint. Although, there was a lot of trash in the paint, so it's hard to tell. All edges were smooth, and cosistant with a factory paint job. So who knows.
Baron
03-13-2009, 12:05 PM
Me either. I put a paint guage on it, and it seems to be a factory paint. Although, there was a lot of trash in the paint, so it's hard to tell. All edges were smooth, and cosistant with a factory paint job. So who knows.
Your probably lying
black90gt
03-13-2009, 12:05 PM
Nice Audi, but the paint is already crapping out? looks like its a 2005.5+ car.

My 01 Audi paint has held up very well.
Nick Chapman
03-13-2009, 12:14 PM
Your probably lying

:confused: Why the hate? :(
Nick Chapman
03-13-2009, 12:15 PM
Nice Audi, but the paint is already crapping out? looks like its a 2005.5+ car.

My 01 Audi paint has held up very well.

I don't think the paint is crapping out at all. It's just a soft paint, which scratches easier than normal. Other than that, there is nothing wrong with it.
TINKRD
03-13-2009, 12:19 PM
I don't think the paint is crapping out at all. It's just a soft paint, which scratches easier than normal. Other than that, there is nothing wrong with it.

i've got some polyurethane if he want's a harder clear coat :)
AdamLX
03-13-2009, 12:35 PM
:confused: Why the hate? :(


Your shirt.
HOOCBB
03-13-2009, 12:43 PM
Your probably lying

Damn, beat me to it...
Nick Chapman
03-13-2009, 01:03 PM
Your shirt.

Damn, I get it now :( Sorry, I'm a bit slow these days :(
Counterfiend
03-14-2009, 09:21 AM
scratching easier then coach's car?
Nick Chapman
03-14-2009, 09:23 AM
scratching easier then coach's car?

Yep! I scratched the car when I removed the wax :(
5.0_CJ
03-14-2009, 05:04 PM
Yep! I scratched the car when I removed the wax :(

I can see all the crap in the paint... that's no good.
Counterfiend
03-15-2009, 02:57 PM
id be pissed. that looks like a pretty new Audi. id hate spending 40k on a car, i cant keep the paint looking nice on, because the paint is defective.