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General => Detailing => Topic started by: JPC on May 07, 2009, 09:37:43 am

Title: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: JPC on May 07, 2009, 09:37:43 am: Hello there,

Up for a detail is Johno's Black Edition 30.
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1099.jpg&hash=3d20be5778cee7e173c81f7ff52d6370f8a52fa6)

He dropped it off and it looked like this
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(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1095.jpg&hash=d5b78c8efc556536a15c3777a863ec9ba5bc252e)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1092.jpg&hash=03be5f9dfeb8b362c3779ed21104e79f939d1778)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1096.jpg&hash=e3d6315fad06f9fca7ec00073e817b87fb590bbb)

So then it was onto a snowfoam and rinse down. Then washed with two bucket method. Wheels cleaned with bilberry, arches done with Megs Super Degreaser.
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1102.jpg&hash=b99f3c69aee08767792091c4d82107f07aaeb9ff)

The car was then clayed. This proved to be the worst car to clay off, the passenger side was terrible!
It turns out that there was CV grease up the side of the car. I didnÃ¢â‚¬â„¢t know this until id finished getting it off. I struggled on with tardis, fine clay and aggressive clay in parts. the rest of the car was as expected, not too bad

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1106.jpg&hash=13d7294a907a0fb6d1ce35f5a02f62bfc2a3a6d2)

all the dried on CV grease
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(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1108.jpg&hash=ce57c55dbbfcc6a74a50588270758e54e6c5c2ae)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1151.jpg&hash=89e5626a0ae0915efc3a508d7842559a79c12663)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1152.jpg&hash=bbf28e989c34fced820d33da53d576cb84f148cd)

After all that was done, probably took 2 hours to clay, I dried off the car with some more last touch and a miracle dryer.

hereÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s the state of play with the Paint.

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(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1111.jpg&hash=0fd35546f40d3641ed1591840c06dc62858fab38)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1117.jpg&hash=9658a3f101351855582326044cf87b42beab0c67)

sanding marks
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(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1120.jpg&hash=f46a5efe0e8b66bf29f5376afec583b6af422483)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1159.jpg&hash=637f628abafe6b0b6e7fb65d4e4115ed6dac0f68)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1157.jpg&hash=ed908c813f861315ff7f6103d643a64cfeced1c2)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1160.jpg&hash=4e92ece7d32d74450d080b6091427a01511cd7a9)

After measuring the paint, it was all to be expected. there was one light spot on the bonnet but nothing I couldnÃ¢â‚¬â„¢t work around, and nothing too out of the ordinary.

I briefly had a play around with polishes, but resorted to my favoured combo of Fast cut plus and Extra fine compound on a yellow waffle weave pad.

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1122.jpg&hash=b7448f23721d256b681c8c41f02c69e9d19edb0e)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1127.jpg&hash=c912316fa7a9c6540e11a6d26c159b033618974d)

This got rid of The vast majority of defects. there were some RDS scratches left, but you really had to look for them. This is exactly what john what after, and IÃ¢â‚¬â„¢m sure I can say he was more than happy with the results.

the car was then cleaned up after the correction, it got very dusty!!

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1186.jpg&hash=09610c28ec1fb485b735272ac9835a59996d3a7d)
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The car was given a thorough wipe off and a wipe down with IPA

The car was given 3 coats of Zaino Z5 Sealant.
The alloys were given two coats of Zaino Clear Seal along with the front grills.
alloys dressed with poorboys tyre shine.

the exhaust was cleaned with Autosol + 00 grade wire wool

the lights were also polished too
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Here are some of the after correction and finished pics

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(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1156.jpg&hash=e160375a070b1cd7df257feb6ccbc07b49bad8b5)

this is where the sanding marks used to be! ;)

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You can't beat xenonÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s on a mk5 golf gti with freshly detailed Diamond Black Pearl Paint

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1165.jpg&hash=d5c9aadc5bdf9861b3c93fc3198f5bd9c37ce017)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1166.jpg&hash=c6b9058706725c1bf655ec98d69f1d53d7453450)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1180.jpg&hash=f25a0854623272cd03448ea3a6f7b8590771802d)

finished pics

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I know the focus is out :(
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(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1204.jpg&hash=04c04d1241f43c825b020ac17deccb4d815f3b6b)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1200.jpg&hash=67db94113fb84b7a756a28acdfa8c651ae3541c2)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1201.jpg&hash=46a3da985f5017b822a4de6011065551a04c5ad4)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1203.jpg&hash=e098645310ca45e7a1a038235a81d470898bab61)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1208.jpg&hash=d3cc688af6c1b8dbcaec6aad0721cf1302d319d1)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1209.jpg&hash=7c1b113ef82b48e66af16335711cb805ae2cb34c)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1210.jpg&hash=4a6b42b627f98e65be919dc3a13939dd04d97f3e)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1197.jpg&hash=ba636022cd181047ea14f05e072301f376f6dc4d)
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.miglior.co.uk%2Fimages%2Fdetailed%2Fblacked30%2FIMG_1195.jpg&hash=7b1f56eaf7e277c4348e49717adbc2e07a7ee354)

Total work time 17.5 hours

Thanks
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: Sunglasses Ron on May 07, 2009, 09:46:45 am: I think mine might need that treatment when I get it back off that old chap at work mate... :scared:
Fantastic results though J, nice one.. Sir Johno will be pleased.. :happy2:

Better start a detail kitty then mate, as i'm sure that kind of work aint cheap and rightly so..
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: JPC on May 07, 2009, 09:49:20 am: well you know where i am ben!

thanks for the kind words! :)
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: stealthwolf on May 07, 2009, 10:13:18 am: Looks awesome. Loving the flake.

How much did it cost?
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: gazbutS3 on May 07, 2009, 10:49:17 am: Nice 1, top work Jay, spoke to John and he was really pleased :happy2:
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: WhiteGTI on May 07, 2009, 11:09:00 am: Looks like another great job Jay! :happy2:
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: NEWEY on May 07, 2009, 01:51:06 pm: fantastic job ;)
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: jt1 on May 07, 2009, 01:54:37 pm: Another superb job matey, well done :happy2:
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: john_o on May 07, 2009, 04:36:28 pm: and heres how it looked the day before with the seats down and full of various tree and bush bits ......... :evilgrin:
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.johnoldfield.dsl.pipex.com%2Fimages%2Fweblog%2Fed30_boot_of_tree.jpg&hash=4c5f58606573bdd0ecc0a374432c8b69f108cae6)

I have to say Jays work exceeded my expectations (which were quite high to be fair...)
He was very professional from me dropping the car off and him giving txt updates throughout.
As well as a very secure area for the car :happy2:
Im a two bucket washer so didnt feel it was that bad, how wrong I was :surprised: the difference was astounding, even better than when I picked it up from new. Deep gloss with an uber revealed flake.
The car now only requires minimal washing and its back to pristine :happy2:
I just have to be very careful not to undo Jays hard work..
Jays attention to detail earns him worthy praise from me (and others)

11/10 , a good detailer should never be underestimated and this was worth every penny
Find a good detailer you trust, in the North West I'd be giving Jay a call :drinking:

John
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: JPC on May 07, 2009, 05:05:50 pm: thanks for the comments guys, and thanks for that john! i guess i couldnt get a better appraisal than that! ;)

much appreciated, and im glad your happy with the work! ;)
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: Phil Mcavity on May 07, 2009, 10:24:57 pm: Awesome Jay!! that looks fantastic.
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: vwrascal on May 07, 2009, 10:36:44 pm: WOW, stunning job jay :happy2: johno, seats down full of bush? top man :evilgrin:
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: T88OMM on May 08, 2009, 10:13:53 am: What can I say!? First Class work again matey :happy2: :happy2:
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: JPC on May 08, 2009, 10:31:17 am: thanks mate! ;)
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: VC on May 08, 2009, 10:38:21 am: stunning job! the car looks almost navy blue in some shots! :happy2:
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: JPC on May 08, 2009, 10:41:37 am: under the Extreme Metal halide light, the flake looks absolutely stunning.

thanks for the comments.
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: joesgti on May 08, 2009, 12:36:52 pm: wow jay, that looks awesome!!! ive sent you a pm now :smiley:
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: edition_30 on May 11, 2009, 10:56:33 am: How much this set you back mate?
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: Alexander on May 11, 2009, 11:45:39 am: If only I was more North would definitely be getting this done. That said I may make the trip up after harvest as it wont have been cleaned for a while!
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: john_o on May 11, 2009, 12:38:46 pm: Good Detailers cost, thats the bottom line and you are paying by the hr.
I'm not gonna post how much Jay did mine for :wink:
but ballpark work on Ã‚Â£300+ for a full detail but it depends entirely on the job and car condition.
Best to call Jay for a chat :happy2:
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: autoperfection.com on May 11, 2009, 04:51:07 pm: Spot On Mate :happy2:

Car looks great

Taryn and Jim
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: JPC on May 11, 2009, 10:10:47 pm: thanks you two
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: Greeners on May 12, 2009, 02:08:03 pm: Thats a great job you've done there Jay! :happy2:

It's nearly as clean as mine! :laugh:

Seriously I would definately let you loose on my car after seeing those results! :drinking:
Title: Re: Miglior Detailing - Black Edition 30 - Johno's
Post by: JPC on May 12, 2009, 02:20:19 pm: thanks mate! ;)