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Old Apr 13, 2010 | 11:02 PM
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After week or so, result was not that good. I do not know how...but most of scratches came back. No, it wasn't from driving. I did buff again at my buddy's shop and it looks ok now.
Anyway things that i wanted to update, since i said "place did great job"...i take that back.
Can't say I told ya so..I knew they wouldn't have done a good job for 100 bucks. They probably did not polish it, but used some chemical to cover it up temporarily.
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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 04:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Chef-J
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After week or so, result was not that good. I do not know how...but most of scratches came back. No, it wasn't from driving. I did buff again at my buddy's shop and it looks ok now.
Anyway things that i wanted to update, since i said "place did great job"...i take that back.
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Can't say I told ya so..I knew they wouldn't have done a good job for 100 bucks. They probably did not polish it, but used some chemical to cover it up temporarily.


Q's right.....you must have it done right. I would get someone to Clay Bar it, then put a good coat of Wax on like Zaino or Mothers.
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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 05:20 AM
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You guys are right. I think they bascially did just to cover up the scratches, not removing it. That is why it slowly came back after rain and hand wash by me...blah. Top of that I was stupid that paid cash and throw the receipt away lol...oh well I guess I learn something about auto detail.
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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 08:52 AM
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Chef-j I just pm'd you. Forgot to add that he is cheap. I think somewhere around 120 for that camaro.. and he did 6 hrs of work.
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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 08:54 AM
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Originally Posted by Chef-J
^ Does he has any pictures to share? 150 sounds really cheap for doing all that job, if he has good skill...dammm that's sweet deal for sure.
He gave me his card. He was out at the ricekiller meet in a little promo Fit. He had the whole fit wrapped and that vinyl on the roof. It looked flawless maybe next monday come check it out. He is there every week

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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 09:55 AM
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Originally Posted by Chef-J
You guys are right. I think they bascially did just to cover up the scratches, not removing it. That is why it slowly came back after rain and hand wash by me...blah. Top of that I was stupid that paid cash and throw the receipt away lol...oh well I guess I learn something about auto detail.
Are you sure you're washing correctly as well? If you need help finding a good detailer you can PM me and I'll find someone local for ya. There's only a few guys around here that I'd trust detailing my car.
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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 10:06 AM
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Does anyone have any connections in search engine optimization? I am looking to get some serious work done to my website, March was an amazing month but April has been a BIG downer so far, and I am trying to find a way to stabilize this.

If anyone has any contacts in Web Design, or Search Engine Optimization and wants to start getting their name our there, please point them in my direction.
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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 10:44 AM
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I sent one of my buddies info the Chef-j for detailing so I guess ill put his info up for everyone else. If you tell him Corbin with the blue 370 sent you he will give you a good deal. He is really reasonable, and can do anything.. even does a stellar job on engine bays. Here is his link. His name is Ray and he is a super nice guy.. will even show you how to wash and wax yourself for future reference.
http://www.rgp4show.com/
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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 11:36 AM
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^ yeah i got your PM. Wish i was know him before man. But i definally keep that info in my head for future. Since mine is black it is pretty hard to keep it clean.

Q,
yeah i hand wash every week. Not pro or wash lover's wash but just decent wash.
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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 12:09 PM
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Black's the hardest to keep up with..hope the wash is no less then 2 bucket method at the very lease. Good luck maintaining black is all i gotta say! It's tough work...but when done right there's nothing like it.
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Old Apr 14, 2010 | 12:35 PM
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Ray is a very nice guy indeed, he will take care of you right.
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Old Apr 15, 2010 | 05:40 AM
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morning...whats everybodys take on the falken 452's?
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Old Apr 15, 2010 | 07:18 AM
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I like these better:

http://www.falkentire.com/Tires/Pass.../ZIEX-ZE-912-2
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Old Apr 15, 2010 | 04:08 PM
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whats going on gente (people)...ready for a friday night cruise....Go MAVS...
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Old Apr 15, 2010 | 05:25 PM
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the time has finally come. I'm packing up the Z and heading home after being in Nebraska since the first of the year. It will great to be back home with my family. Working away from home sucks.
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Old Apr 16, 2010 | 04:16 AM
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Originally Posted by FishBrownie
the time has finally come. I'm packing up the Z and heading home after being in Nebraska since the first of the year. It will great to be back home with my family. Working away from home sucks.
wut up Brad! be safe getting home sir. dang - you were away for a bit!..

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Old Apr 16, 2010 | 04:30 AM
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Good Morning DFW,

Taking my Motorcycle Safety Course this weekend!!!

Hope everyone has a good friday!! TGIF
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Old Apr 16, 2010 | 04:44 AM
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Originally Posted by BeeAyche
Good Morning DFW,

Taking my Motorcycle Safety Course this weekend!!!

Hope everyone has a good friday!! TGIF
Awesome! I highly recommend the MSC....!!

That being said I feel compelled to write...........

Pay attention big time during the class room section of the course.........if you have a good instructor he will talk about motorcycles "stopping distance" in comparison to a car
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he will talk about motorcycle T-bone accidents when cars pull out in front of bikes on the road - which is related to motorcycle stopping distance......

Also, ensure he talks to you about the motorcycles main advantage over cars - power and quick speed! - which "CAN" be used to get you out of a near accident situation.....

I owned two Yamaha 600cc class sport bikes and had a great time riding/owning them, but I myself have escaped eminent death in 3 instances while owning those bikes on the road!.........

Pay attention and understand the bikes physical capabilities.....

Ride safe....
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Old Apr 16, 2010 | 04:51 AM
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Originally Posted by fithamoto
ya those are nice. im gonna have to buy 4 new tires very soon and have been researching and reading reviews, almost cross-eyed from all of it and not sure what to go with. i have t1r's since i go rid of the stock tires and would like something a lil less in cost and longer lasting, but still a decent tire.

any input from anyone is welcomed lol
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Old Apr 16, 2010 | 04:57 AM
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I by no means am a tire guru................I hate tires and like killing them drifting!

That being said..........lol....

I have come to really really like the RE-01's for there baller strong sidewall and great grip.

I love daily driving on:

Nitto NT-05's
BFG Gforce sports
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Michellin pilot sports

meh...
-J
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