I really like that you gave the credit to the residue control method to Jim. So many guys are taking others ideas and making it seem like it's their own. That will stand you out from everyone else and I know I personally really appreciate it
Thanks a lot Matt. The internet is a community, and community's work by giving each other thanks when due! Its such a simple and obvious technique, I'm amazed I didn't think of it myself! Previously, I would just blow at pads in the corner! I'm playing around with something using a vaccum cleaner and a container, but dust still escapes, so seeing if I can make some sort of chamber design, with a lid to really get the dust under control! The other option is to just keep changing pads every half panel!
I use the same bucket trick because I work in out of a private auto gallery with pristine classic cars and I am constantly trying to contain my compound and polish residue. So far Jim's method of wetting the sides of a 5 gallon bucket and drilling in a "glory hole" has helped me immensely. I used to put a damp bath towel on the ground and blow my pads out onto it. I am a little OCD about residue control and I use compressed air as my exclusive method for cleaning foam and microfiber pads and I blow them out after every single section pass before adding more product to the pad. It is by far the most important factor in producing the best cut and finish and I just have never felt that using a brush or a towel to clean the face of the pads was nearly as effective. I am not a creative person, so I really need someone like you or Jim to develop something that I can use to contain residue that will work better than a bucket. I seriously think there is a million dollar invention just waiting to be thought up and developed. I know I would pay a pretty penny for something that saves me time with cleanup. I really think you are onto something with the vacuum cleaner. I'm looking forward to watching more of your videos, thank you!!! Matt Kansas City, Kansas
M D thanks a lot! I wish I had more jobs like this but my bread and butter is working on brand new cars which doesn't really present a challenge. I love doing big transformation jobs like this!
Keegan & Cars thanks buddy! It's a small effort and makes a bi difference. And often u just need to hit them with acid and maybe fine steel wool, no need to sand and polish but these were really bad.
The Rock they are different. I have a lot of Rupes blue pads but haven't used them in ages they usually come on soft Japanese paint that needs a lot of work using the Rupes blue compound. Because they are open cell they can create a bit of mess, and I find the Rupes blue pads don't last that long. The lake country pads are also a bit cheaper, and so far I love them
Obsession Car Detailing i didn't have that kind of issues with it... perhaps its the compound u use with it. I saw a Scholl bottle at your shelf, have you ever tried the Scholl's spiderpad ? 🤙🏼
The Rock yep I do have a few spider pads lying around but haven't used them in a long time. I really like the Shine Mate pads as they are very good value for money. Here, Rupes and Scholl and other pads are very expensive, but my favourite all round pad is probably the Rupes Yellow, and then the Meguiars or Lake Country microfibre pads. These days I rarely use foam to cut, mostly use microfibre, but this car was an exception.
Hey mate have just bought the same colour rs5 and i wish i was in sydney to have you work on it. I do have a zen tool 21e polisher and might go the same combination of concours precision and lc blue. Have you tried any off the chemical guys compounds (v36 V38) and their vss? would love to know your thoughts and any polishing tips. Cheers
Hey Clint Haven't used the chemical guys compounds, but youll lake the lake country pad and precision. Megs M101 is great to for a heavy cut with a MF cutting pad. Where abouts are you located?
I really like that you gave the credit to the residue control method to Jim. So many guys are taking others ideas and making it seem like it's their own. That will stand you out from everyone else and I know I personally really appreciate it
Thanks a lot Matt. The internet is a community, and community's work by giving each other thanks when due! Its such a simple and obvious technique, I'm amazed I didn't think of it myself! Previously, I would just blow at pads in the corner! I'm playing around with something using a vaccum cleaner and a container, but dust still escapes, so seeing if I can make some sort of chamber design, with a lid to really get the dust under control!
The other option is to just keep changing pads every half panel!
I use the same bucket trick because I work in out of a private auto gallery with pristine classic cars and I am constantly trying to contain my compound and polish residue. So far Jim's method of wetting the sides of a 5 gallon bucket and drilling in a "glory hole" has helped me immensely. I used to put a damp bath towel on the ground and blow my pads out onto it. I am a little OCD about residue control and I use compressed air as my exclusive method for cleaning foam and microfiber pads and I blow them out after every single section pass before adding more product to the pad. It is by far the most important factor in producing the best cut and finish and I just have never felt that using a brush or a towel to clean the face of the pads was nearly as effective.
I am not a creative person, so I really need someone like you or Jim to develop something that I can use to contain residue that will work better than a bucket. I seriously think there is a million dollar invention just waiting to be thought up and developed. I know I would pay a pretty penny for something that saves me time with cleanup. I really think you are onto something with the vacuum cleaner. I'm looking forward to watching more of your videos, thank you!!!
Matt
Kansas City, Kansas
Have you tried a pad washer? I've had mixed results with them, but some swear by them!
I think they are a good idea, but I just hate using a damp pad!
Brilliant job mate! you're clearly passionate about the work you do and spare no expense perfecting your client's cars.
M D thanks a lot! I wish I had more jobs like this but my bread and butter is working on brand new cars which doesn't really present a challenge. I love doing big transformation jobs like this!
Such an amazing finish on the RS5, a testament to the hours you put in. Great work.
Thanks so much! Time is definitely the most important factor when detailing,
Love the outcome and the video! Really nice to watch such a good process and lenghty video as well.
thanks a lot simon!
Audi came out stunning !!
Amazing work! Watched this twice already, very entertaining video! Keep it up Saad
Loving the vids. Great turnaround on the rotor hats!
Keegan & Cars thanks buddy! It's a small effort and makes a bi difference. And often u just need to hit them with acid and maybe fine steel wool, no need to sand and polish but these were really bad.
Thanks I'm in Melbourne, i only picked the car up 3 weeks ago in sydney
Well if youre up to it, bring the car down to us in Canberra and we would love to work on it!
Great video!
Question: How do you clean your pads properly? Hand wash/rinse them or just throw them in the washing machine w/ a microfibre wash?
Microfibre pads will generally get put in the washing machine, foam pads will be hand washed, or pressure washed for cheaper pads
Nice work! Are the lake C pads better than the Rupes bluepad?
The Rock they are different. I have a lot of Rupes blue pads but haven't used them in ages they usually come on soft Japanese paint that needs a lot of work using the Rupes blue compound. Because they are open cell they can create a bit of mess, and I find the Rupes blue pads don't last that long. The lake country pads are also a bit cheaper, and so far I love them
Obsession Car Detailing i didn't have that kind of issues with it... perhaps its the compound u use with it. I saw a Scholl bottle at your shelf, have you ever tried the Scholl's spiderpad ? 🤙🏼
The Rock yep I do have a few spider pads lying around but haven't used them in a long time. I really like the Shine Mate pads as they are very good value for money. Here, Rupes and Scholl and other pads are very expensive, but my favourite all round pad is probably the Rupes Yellow, and then the Meguiars or Lake Country microfibre pads. These days I rarely use foam to cut, mostly use microfibre, but this car was an exception.
Great informative videos
Thankyou!
Awesome job! I just bought a RS5 in black, similar work like this whats the price range?
aleks g please email or call us for all pricing enquiries. info@obsessioncardetailing.com
Hey mate have just bought the same colour rs5 and i wish i was in sydney to have you work on it. I do have a zen tool 21e polisher and might go the same combination of concours precision and lc blue. Have you tried any off the chemical guys compounds (v36 V38) and their vss? would love to know your thoughts and any polishing tips. Cheers
Hey Clint
Haven't used the chemical guys compounds, but youll lake the lake country pad and precision. Megs M101 is great to for a heavy cut with a MF cutting pad.
Where abouts are you located?
H i again, do you think the concours precision is better than the meguires 205? cheers
205 is a finishing polish, Precision is a cutting compound - get both
Who's your wheel guy Saad? Need to get them curb scratches off my rims. Cheers mate.
Leo Khoo can arrange it for you
Do you have to polish in doors?
If the customer asks it then yes!
Obsession Car Detailing - thanks
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