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Old 04-04-2012 | 10:19 AM
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Taking the plunge!

I have decided it is time to do more than just give my car a weekly wash.

I have a 2006 C2 w/70,000 miles. There are lots of swirls and other imperfections.

Given that I am a complete noob when it comes to detailing I gave Moe at Glistening Perfection a call. He was extremely patient with me and is setting me up with all the correct tools and guidance to do the job.

I am starting this weekend. I'll post up pictures as I get the chance.
 
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Old 04-04-2012 | 03:36 PM
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lacrosse- what did you end up buying? I was looking to go the same route, but was waiting to see if Moe was going to be running any spring specials.
 
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Old 04-05-2012 | 12:05 AM
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Got the advanced polishing kit and the nano paint kit. I already had pH balanced soap, clay and lubricant. Also picked up some quick spray wax and more P21S wheel cleaner.
 
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Old 04-05-2012 | 05:06 AM
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lacrosse how bad does the car look.

take a look at the lapis we just did.

a griots machine - meg's d300 and menzerna sf4000 should do the trick.

for the last step pick your wax or sealant of choice.

Porsche 911 Turbo S Cab correction
 
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Old 04-05-2012 | 11:47 AM
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Hi Phil,

The paint on my car is comparable to the Lapis turbo. Lots of swirls and a few scratches.

The Turbo came out looking great in your pics!
 
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Old 04-05-2012 | 01:41 PM
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sure thing when you look at the thread you will see all the products and tools I used.

call me if you have any questions or email me.
 
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Old 04-06-2012 | 05:35 PM
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Well just finished up and all I can say is "Wow". The car looks awesome. Did a wash, clay, polish and finished with a spray wax. I cannot believe it is the same car. The paint looks like a mirror. My neighbors commented on how good it looks. My girlfriend loves it!

Thank you, thank you, thank you Moe! I will post up the pictures over the weekend.
 
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lacrosse how bad does the car look.

take a look at the lapis we just did.

a griots machine - meg's d300 and menzerna sf4000 should do the trick.

for the last step pick your wax or sealant of choice.

Porsche 911 Turbo S Cab correction
Very nice work!!!
 
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Old 04-06-2012 | 10:36 PM
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Here are two pictures to illustrate the difference.
 
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Old 04-06-2012 | 10:45 PM
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A few more "after" shots.

Once again, thank you Moe and the GP staff!
 
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Your car looks great, good job! You're giving me the confidence to try it myself also.
I always buy my supplies from Moe, guess I need to try some clay and polish next time I order.
Dave.
 
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Nice work lacrosse. I'm going to get in touch with Moe and figure out what to get.
 
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Old 04-09-2012 | 08:14 AM
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Thanks for the kind words! Moe and his staff really came through and the results are just fantastic. Looking forward to the nano paint protection this weekend!
 
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