DetailersDomain
June 13th, 2010, 02:34
Aston Martin Vantage New Car Prep
To my surprise this Aston was no were near the others we have done or as bad as some presented by other detailers on this board.
(NO SWIRLS, Light scratches, imperfections from the factory) this was truly a freak of nature!
Figured I would post because its a moving piece of art!
What was done -
Exterior
- Wheels were prepped with Sonax Wheel Cleaner and cleaned up with various brushes
- Tires were spritzed down with P21S Total Autowash and washed down
- Wheel wells were spritzed down with P21S Total Autowash
- Wash down and rinsed
- Door jambs were cleaned up
- Clayed
- Dried
- Paint inspected and measured
- Wheels were protected with Swissvax Autobahn
- Tires dressed
- Masking
- 1 Step Polish with Menzerna PO85RD
- Inspection with Fenix, 3m Sun Gun, Infratech, and natural sunlight
- Menzerna Power Lock
- Rubber and Plastics Treated
- Exterior windows and mirrors cleaned and sealed
- Exhaust tips cleaned
Interior Detail
- All interior surfaces cleaned and protected, including glass, and all
vinyl/plastic surfaces.
- Carpets and upholstery vacuumed.
Products used:
(feel free to click the link below for more info)
Exterior:
Adam's Car Wash (http://www.detailersdomain.com/adamspolishes-carwash.aspx)
P21S Total Auto Wash (http://www.detailersdomain.com/p21s-totalautowashallpurposedegreaser.aspx)(engine, presoak, wheel wells, tires)
Uber Yellow Wash Sponge (http://www.detailersdomain.com/uberyellowwashsponge.aspx)
Uber Clay Bar kit with Optimum No Rinse (http://www.detailersdomain.com/theuber-blue-clay-bar-kitwithoptimumnorinse.aspx)
Einszett Spray Wax (https://www.detailersdomain.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=32)
Menzerna PO85RD (http://www.detailersdomain.com/menzerna-polishes-compounds-.aspx)
Menzerna Power Lock (http://www.detailersdomain.com/menzerna-powerlock-polymersealant.aspx)
Wheels/Tires
Sonax Wheel Cleaner (http://www.detailersdomain.com/sonax-wheelcleaner.aspx)
Swissvax Pneu (http://www.detailersdomain.com/swissvax-pneutirerubberdressing.aspx)
Interior:
Sonax Dashboard Cleaner (http://www.detailersdomain.com/sonaxdashboardcleaner.aspx)
Leather Master Trio (http://www.detailersdomain.com/leathermaster-kitwithstrongcleanerprotectionandvital.aspx)
Tools:
Infratech 5300 (http://www.detailersdomain.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=328)
Fenix TK11 (http://www.detailersdomain.com/fenixgeartk11black.aspx)
Fenix TK40 (http://www.detailersdomain.com/fenix-gear-tk40.aspx)
Brinkmann (http://www.detailersdomain.com/brinkmannmaxfiredualxenonrechargeablespotlight.asp x)
Flex 3403 (http://www.detailersdomain.com/theuberflexl3403vrgbasekitwith4pads.aspx)
Makita (http://www.detailersdomain.com/makita9227cx3rotarypolisher.aspx)
The Uber Foam Pads (5.5inch) (http://www.detailersdomain.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=106)
Tons of "Uber" Microfiber Towels
Uber Drying Towels (http://www.detailersdomain.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=10)
Brushes (http://www.detailersdomain.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=53)
Cam Spray Pressure Wash and Foam Canon Attachment (http://www.detailersdomain.com/pressurewasher.aspx)
Interior
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1146.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1149.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1150.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1153.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1158.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1155.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1159.jpg
Using the Fenix TK11 as an interior spot light
Before Rear Mat
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1163.jpg
After Rear Mat
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1165.jpg
Stains and marks on seats
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1168.jpg
After
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1172.jpg
Boot
Before
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1174.jpg
After
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1176.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1177.jpg
After Interior
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1217.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1218.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1219.jpg
Before Exterior
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1107.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1108.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1109.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1114.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1115.jpg
P21S Autowash on the tires and wheel wells
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1121.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1122.jpg
Wheels
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1118.jpg
Sonax in action
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1123.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1124.jpg
Some agitation
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1131.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1130.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1129.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1132.jpg
Wash
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1133.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1134.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1136.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1137.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1138.jpg
Claying
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1143.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1144.jpg
Drying
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1145.jpg
Cleaning up water marks
Before
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1181.jpg
After
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1184.jpg
After Power Lock
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1220.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1186.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1187.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1188.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1189.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1190.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1191.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1192.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1194.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1196.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1197.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1198.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1204.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1206.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1216.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1193.jpg
(Permission was granted by the owner to post photos and write up)
To my surprise this Aston was no were near the others we have done or as bad as some presented by other detailers on this board.
(NO SWIRLS, Light scratches, imperfections from the factory) this was truly a freak of nature!
Figured I would post because its a moving piece of art!
What was done -
Exterior
- Wheels were prepped with Sonax Wheel Cleaner and cleaned up with various brushes
- Tires were spritzed down with P21S Total Autowash and washed down
- Wheel wells were spritzed down with P21S Total Autowash
- Wash down and rinsed
- Door jambs were cleaned up
- Clayed
- Dried
- Paint inspected and measured
- Wheels were protected with Swissvax Autobahn
- Tires dressed
- Masking
- 1 Step Polish with Menzerna PO85RD
- Inspection with Fenix, 3m Sun Gun, Infratech, and natural sunlight
- Menzerna Power Lock
- Rubber and Plastics Treated
- Exterior windows and mirrors cleaned and sealed
- Exhaust tips cleaned
Interior Detail
- All interior surfaces cleaned and protected, including glass, and all
vinyl/plastic surfaces.
- Carpets and upholstery vacuumed.
Products used:
(feel free to click the link below for more info)
Exterior:
Adam's Car Wash (http://www.detailersdomain.com/adamspolishes-carwash.aspx)
P21S Total Auto Wash (http://www.detailersdomain.com/p21s-totalautowashallpurposedegreaser.aspx)(engine, presoak, wheel wells, tires)
Uber Yellow Wash Sponge (http://www.detailersdomain.com/uberyellowwashsponge.aspx)
Uber Clay Bar kit with Optimum No Rinse (http://www.detailersdomain.com/theuber-blue-clay-bar-kitwithoptimumnorinse.aspx)
Einszett Spray Wax (https://www.detailersdomain.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=32)
Menzerna PO85RD (http://www.detailersdomain.com/menzerna-polishes-compounds-.aspx)
Menzerna Power Lock (http://www.detailersdomain.com/menzerna-powerlock-polymersealant.aspx)
Wheels/Tires
Sonax Wheel Cleaner (http://www.detailersdomain.com/sonax-wheelcleaner.aspx)
Swissvax Pneu (http://www.detailersdomain.com/swissvax-pneutirerubberdressing.aspx)
Interior:
Sonax Dashboard Cleaner (http://www.detailersdomain.com/sonaxdashboardcleaner.aspx)
Leather Master Trio (http://www.detailersdomain.com/leathermaster-kitwithstrongcleanerprotectionandvital.aspx)
Tools:
Infratech 5300 (http://www.detailersdomain.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=328)
Fenix TK11 (http://www.detailersdomain.com/fenixgeartk11black.aspx)
Fenix TK40 (http://www.detailersdomain.com/fenix-gear-tk40.aspx)
Brinkmann (http://www.detailersdomain.com/brinkmannmaxfiredualxenonrechargeablespotlight.asp x)
Flex 3403 (http://www.detailersdomain.com/theuberflexl3403vrgbasekitwith4pads.aspx)
Makita (http://www.detailersdomain.com/makita9227cx3rotarypolisher.aspx)
The Uber Foam Pads (5.5inch) (http://www.detailersdomain.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=106)
Tons of "Uber" Microfiber Towels
Uber Drying Towels (http://www.detailersdomain.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=10)
Brushes (http://www.detailersdomain.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=53)
Cam Spray Pressure Wash and Foam Canon Attachment (http://www.detailersdomain.com/pressurewasher.aspx)
Interior
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1146.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1149.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1150.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1153.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1158.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1155.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1159.jpg
Using the Fenix TK11 as an interior spot light
Before Rear Mat
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1163.jpg
After Rear Mat
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1165.jpg
Stains and marks on seats
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1168.jpg
After
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1172.jpg
Boot
Before
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1174.jpg
After
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1176.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1177.jpg
After Interior
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1217.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1218.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1219.jpg
Before Exterior
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1107.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1108.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1109.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1114.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1115.jpg
P21S Autowash on the tires and wheel wells
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1121.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1122.jpg
Wheels
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1118.jpg
Sonax in action
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1123.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1124.jpg
Some agitation
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1131.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1130.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1129.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1132.jpg
Wash
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1133.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1134.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1136.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1137.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1138.jpg
Claying
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1143.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1144.jpg
Drying
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1145.jpg
Cleaning up water marks
Before
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1181.jpg
After
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1184.jpg
After Power Lock
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1220.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1186.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1187.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1188.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1189.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1190.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1191.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1192.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1194.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1196.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1197.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1198.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1204.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1206.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1216.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f149/pyiu/work/aston%20martin%20jay/IMG_1193.jpg
(Permission was granted by the owner to post photos and write up)