Shiny black paint, anyone?
08-31-2009, 06:55 AM
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JK Enthusiast
Looks awesome especially since it's seen it's share of trail time... Think you're inspiring a few of us to go beyond just the wash and detailing spray this weekend.... I need a buffer now
08-31-2009, 06:59 AM
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Nice polishing job man! I used to get obsessed with my Tahoe, use Zaino on it like it was going out of style and polish it to that "mirror shine" all the time. It truly does make a huge difference in the lifespan of the vehicle in the way you take care of it. I've been keeping up with my JK its black as well.
08-31-2009, 07:01 AM
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zook, I'm with ya on living in the Salt Belt. Winter sucks the high hard one.
littlejon, robin, fadeout thank you (Zaino is good stuff too, fadeout).
doc, I discovered you need a BIG air compressor to run these wheels effectively. If there is a high quality electric buffer out there (and I'm not talking about the crap Craftsman model which I own), then that might be a worthwhile alternative.
In the end, it's easy to let our Jeeps get and stay dirty. They look good with some dirt IMO, but I've still got $30K invested in my X counting purchase price, so it doesn't make much sense not to take care of it.
Use it like it was intended to be used, then pay it the respect it deserves for taking you to, over and back home from the mountains...
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littlejon, robin, fadeout thank you (Zaino is good stuff too, fadeout).
doc, I discovered you need a BIG air compressor to run these wheels effectively. If there is a high quality electric buffer out there (and I'm not talking about the crap Craftsman model which I own), then that might be a worthwhile alternative.
In the end, it's easy to let our Jeeps get and stay dirty. They look good with some dirt IMO, but I've still got $30K invested in my X counting purchase price, so it doesn't make much sense not to take care of it.
Use it like it was intended to be used, then pay it the respect it deserves for taking you to, over and back home from the mountains...
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08-31-2009, 04:59 PM
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If you don't have experience, start with a Porter Cable orbital polisher. The Air wheel he used to do his is VERY easy to mess paint up with if you haven't had much experience.
10-17-2009, 02:31 PM
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I do like mine shiney, It too gets used. I don't go to the buffer extreme yet. I have found Turtle Wax Ice works great for a quick shine. I really like the way it works on the plastic trim. Having two black vehicles in salt covered roads can be a little daunting to keep looking good. Nice job Omaha, mine will be ready for a good buffing by spring time.
10-17-2009, 06:11 PM
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Makita makes my favorite electric buffer. I've had mine for years and love it. 3m makes a 2 stage buffing system that works great! You can get it at any automotive supply store... perfect it compound and polish. You use 2 different pads, one for compound, then another for polish. Put on a good coat of wax after your done and your set.
Last edited by JKAdam; 10-17-2009 at 06:14 PM.