M Roadster at OTDetailing - Page 3

OTDet · 06-25-2012, 10:39 PM

just another before and after

K3N R3D · 06-25-2012, 10:51 PM

Thanks pm sent!

Aries326 · 06-26-2012, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by OTDetailer

Thank you Ken! when you're waxing.. it should be always thin, so thin.. that your can barely see it. If you need help finding the right detailer in your area, I be glad to help. I do know a few of them in Florida. Let me know

Ken
I know what you mean. I bought that special DuPont coating from the BMW dealership because they said they would also polish the car and get the swirls out but they didn't. Looks like they just applied the coating. I'm just going to live with it for another year.

OTDetailer
What pad and polish do you use for minor correction? I've seen 3 of your vids and "like" you on Facebook. Great work!

OTDet · 06-26-2012, 12:33 AM

for minor correction I always have luck with Uber green pads and Menz powerfinish, but each paint is different..some are harder than others. Like the black Z4M I'm doing with Meg D300 + Meg MF pads.

Aries326 · 06-26-2012, 01:06 AM

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Originally Posted by OTDetailer

for minor correction I always have luck with Uber green pads and Menz powerfinish, but each paint is different..some are harder than others. Like the black Z4M I'm doing with Meg D300 + Meg MF pads.

I heard BMW paint seems to be harder than others. I'll have to try Meg D300 and Meg MF on my Z4 - only if I have good results when I experiment on my Civic and old Jeep Cherokee. Thanks for the tip!

OTDet · 06-26-2012, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Aries326

I heard BMW paint seems to be harder than others. I'll have to try Meg D300 and Meg MF on my Z4 - only if I have good results when I experiment on my Civic and old Jeep Cherokee. Thanks for the tip!

you may not have good experience with Megs D300 on Civic and/or maybe the Jeep. It will leave marco marring and it will haze. because those two have softer clear-coat compared to most BMWs. but who knows...I never tried D300 on softer clear-coats..so test a spot with the least aggressive method first, then step up the cut if needed.

Like I said, I always have luck with Menz powerfinish, too bad the new version is rated at 2500 grit, compared to last year's 2000 grit. I like powerfinish because its a diminishing polish...starts aggressive and finish like a polish.

hope this helps

mshanno1 · 06-26-2012, 03:34 PM

+1 on wishing you were local...No one takes pride in their work anymore.

BTW if you dont mind me asking, how can I tell if I have the new or old Power finish. Ive tried using mine with an orange LCC pad, and I cant seem to get anywhere on a few scratches. I know its mostly prep and technique, but I am curious as to if I have the new or old formula...

Thanks!

OTDet · 06-26-2012, 05:18 PM

this is how the new bottle is labeled

http://www.detailersdomain.com/Menze...int_p_218.html

OTDet · 06-26-2012, 11:39 PM

Video is up

ricanbandit · 06-27-2012, 05:51 AM

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Video is up

WOW!!!

JCz04Bimmer · 06-27-2012, 02:46 PM

...couldn't be happier!

gtMc · 06-27-2012, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by JCz04Bimmer

...couldn't be happier!

just watched the video, wow Franki you are getting pretty good at making the videos too! And the car does look great of course.

Seriously each video gets better and better.

knsaber · 07-02-2012, 10:42 PM

You made that black look sick. I love that all the M's are coming to your garage!

OTDet · 07-12-2012, 11:49 AM

another Z4M roadster detail, It was a minor paint correction, goal was to remove 50+% paint defect. I also did a convertible top treatment ( not shown in video ). Owner provide the 303 Fabric convertible kit. Very easy to use...Rinse top> spray cleaner > scrub with a horse hair brush > Rinse > air dried ( can use a wet vacuum if you have one )> then apply the protectant and rub it in with a MF towel. water now just runs off the top very cool.

Client was very happy, he said it's the best gift he given himself in a long time. He was a awesome guy, just like all the Z4m owners I encounter.

anyways here's a video

NYZ4 · 07-12-2012, 07:22 PM

Another great job done

. Too bad for us here in the Northeast that you're moving to Cali haha. I'd love to get my car detailed by you but unfortunately I'm going through some tough times right now so I can't. How much longer will you be in our area for?

DSC_OFF · 07-12-2012, 09:40 PM

Whose black m coupe is that? blacked out reflectors, aero skirts, what looks like track wheels/tires...

OTDet · 07-12-2012, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by NYZ4

Another great job done

. Too bad for us here in the Northeast that you're moving to Cali haha. I'd love to get my car detailed by you but unfortunately I'm going through some tough times right now so I can't. How much longer will you be in our area for?

Thank you sir for the complements! Im truly sorry to hear that you're in trouble. I hope you recover fast. unfortunately I'm leaving this weekend, so I will try my best to find someone who's alike to service you all.

Franki

NYZ4 · 07-12-2012, 09:52 PM

Thanks Franki, appreciate it. Best of luck with all your endeavors!

Aries326 · 07-12-2012, 10:07 PM

Franki, I've enjoyed your videos and thank you for sharing your wisdom with me here and on your FB page. Are you opening up a detail shop in Cali?

OTDet · 07-12-2012, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by NYZ4

Thanks Franki, appreciate it. Best of luck with all your endeavors!

Thanks!!

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Originally Posted by Aries326

Franki, I've enjoyed your videos and thank you for sharing your wisdom with me here and on your FB page. Are you opening up a detail shop in Cali?

Glad you like the videos! I wish I can open my own shop, but won't hurt dreaming

gtMc · 07-13-2012, 06:24 AM

Franki, another awesome video on the blue roadster.... good luck with the move and make sure you come back once in a while... we wont stop driving and getting dirty!

Maybe one of these days you will have that shop if thats what you want. You certainly have the work and passion to back it up.

DSC_OFF · 07-13-2012, 08:23 AM

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Glad you like the videos! I wish I can open my own shop, but won't hurt dreaming

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Maybe one of these days you will have that shop if thats what you want. You certainly have the work and passion to back it up.

I smell joint venture. Greg what you say, start our own mini vc shop covering the local auto enthusiast sector?

06-25-2012, 10:51 PM	#46
K3N R3D Lieutenant Colonel Drives: Z4 3.0si Coupe Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: West Palm Beach Posts: 1,562 iTrader: (0)	Thanks pm sent! __________________ ------------------------------------------------ When the voice and the vision on the inside, become more profound than the opinions and pictures on the outside...You've mastered your life!

06-27-2012, 02:46 PM	#55
JCz04Bimmer Lieutenant Drives: 06 Z4MC Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: New York City Posts: 593 iTrader: (2)	...couldn't be happier! __________________ \|www.onehotlap.com\|Real People\|Real Cars\|

07-02-2012, 10:42 PM	#57
knsaber Private First Class Drives: 2007 BMW M Roadster Imola Red Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Fort Lee, NJ Posts: 136 iTrader: (0)	You made that black look sick. I love that all the M's are coming to your garage! __________________ Tony Yang Photography

07-12-2012, 07:22 PM	#59
NYZ4 Private First Class Drives: 2007 BSM BMW Z4 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: NY Posts: 140 iTrader: (0)	Another great job done . Too bad for us here in the Northeast that you're moving to Cali haha. I'd love to get my car detailed by you but unfortunately I'm going through some tough times right now so I can't. How much longer will you be in our area for? __________________ 2007 BMW Z4 3.0i. Supersprint powerloop exhaust and center pipe, Aero bumper (w/ clear bra) and side skirts, Avant Garde 19 inch M310's, Koni shocks, Eibach springs, Tekarbon carbon fiber side mirrors.

07-12-2012, 09:40 PM	#60
DSC_OFF Major General Drives: flat out Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: NNJ Posts: 5,628 iTrader: (30) Garage List 2007 BMW Z4 3.0si c ... [4.62]	Whose black m coupe is that? blacked out reflectors, aero skirts, what looks like track wheels/tires... __________________ Recaro \| AST \| Vorshlag \| Quaife \| Stoptech \| Volks \| Autosolutions \| BMW Performance Click here for my track videos

06-25-2012, 10:39 PM	#45
OTDet Photography - Film Drives: /// Join Date: May 2012 Location: NNJ/LA Posts: 76 iTrader: (0)	just another before and after

06-26-2012, 12:33 AM	#48
OTDet Photography - Film Drives: /// Join Date: May 2012 Location: NNJ/LA Posts: 76 iTrader: (0)	for minor correction I always have luck with Uber green pads and Menz powerfinish, but each paint is different..some are harder than others. Like the black Z4M I'm doing with Meg D300 + Meg MF pads.

06-26-2012, 03:34 PM	#51
mshanno1 First Lieutenant Drives: 2008 M Coupe Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Atlanta, GA & Mobile, AL Posts: 328 iTrader: (1)	+1 on wishing you were local...No one takes pride in their work anymore. BTW if you dont mind me asking, how can I tell if I have the new or old Power finish. Ive tried using mine with an orange LCC pad, and I cant seem to get anywhere on a few scratches. I know its mostly prep and technique, but I am curious as to if I have the new or old formula... Thanks!

06-26-2012, 05:18 PM	#52
OTDet Photography - Film Drives: /// Join Date: May 2012 Location: NNJ/LA Posts: 76 iTrader: (0)	this is how the new bottle is labeled http://www.detailersdomain.com/Menze...int_p_218.html

06-26-2012, 11:39 PM	#53
OTDet Photography - Film Drives: /// Join Date: May 2012 Location: NNJ/LA Posts: 76 iTrader: (0)	Video is up

07-12-2012, 11:49 AM	#58
OTDet Photography - Film Drives: /// Join Date: May 2012 Location: NNJ/LA Posts: 76 iTrader: (0)	another Z4M roadster detail, It was a minor paint correction, goal was to remove 50+% paint defect. I also did a convertible top treatment ( not shown in video ). Owner provide the 303 Fabric convertible kit. Very easy to use...Rinse top> spray cleaner > scrub with a horse hair brush > Rinse > air dried ( can use a wet vacuum if you have one )> then apply the protectant and rub it in with a MF towel. water now just runs off the top very cool. Client was very happy, he said it's the best gift he given himself in a long time. He was a awesome guy, just like all the Z4m owners I encounter. anyways here's a video

07-12-2012, 09:52 PM	#62
NYZ4 Private First Class Drives: 2007 BSM BMW Z4 Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: NY Posts: 140 iTrader: (0)	Thanks Franki, appreciate it. Best of luck with all your endeavors! __________________ 2007 BMW Z4 3.0i. Supersprint powerloop exhaust and center pipe, Aero bumper (w/ clear bra) and side skirts, Avant Garde 19 inch M310's, Koni shocks, Eibach springs, Tekarbon carbon fiber side mirrors.

07-12-2012, 10:07 PM	#63
Aries326 Captain Drives: 2008 Z4 3.0si Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: NY Posts: 696 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2008 BMW Z4 3.0si [4.50]	Franki, I've enjoyed your videos and thank you for sharing your wisdom with me here and on your FB page. Are you opening up a detail shop in Cali? __________________

07-13-2012, 06:24 AM	#65
gtMc Captain Drives: '08 MC Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: NNJ Posts: 609 iTrader: (1) Garage List '03 e39 m sport [0.00] '08 mc [0.00]	Franki, another awesome video on the blue roadster.... good luck with the move and make sure you come back once in a while... we wont stop driving and getting dirty! Maybe one of these days you will have that shop if thats what you want. You certainly have the work and passion to back it up. __________________ ZHP/Zeck CDV/RE trans mounts;clutch stop/Stubby

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