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Hey Jeff --
Looks good.
As a matter of fact, too good to have those ratty exhaust tips sticking out (I know, tough crowd... ).
If you take them off and put them on a polishing wheel a bit you can get them looking new (without looking 'chrome'). Be sure to do the back plate also (vertical 'wall' behind ovals).
The bright stainless really pops (pics don't do it justice)
Don't get carried away though, otherwise you'll find yourself cleaning your car on those nice 50 degree Michigan winter days (see pic)
Not that I would do such a thing...
-- Jeff
Looks good.
As a matter of fact, too good to have those ratty exhaust tips sticking out (I know, tough crowd... ).
If you take them off and put them on a polishing wheel a bit you can get them looking new (without looking 'chrome'). Be sure to do the back plate also (vertical 'wall' behind ovals).
The bright stainless really pops (pics don't do it justice)
Don't get carried away though, otherwise you'll find yourself cleaning your car on those nice 50 degree Michigan winter days (see pic)
Not that I would do such a thing...
-- Jeff
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Funny that you mentioned that, Jeff. I ~do~ intend to polish the tips, but I didn't have anything on hand to do it.
I think I am going to try Luster Lace first--strips of fabric preloaded with a polishing agent. I wanted to get over to American Cycle Mart (I think that is the name) on M-59 to pick some up. I've seen/read good things about them:
http://articles.autopia.org/index.ph..._v2&id=34&c=21 (scroll to bottom)
BTW, it will be hard to resist washing the car when we get to those balmy 50 degree days. Although, I wonder if the left over moisture is worse than the winter accumulation of dust. Just thinkin' out loud.
I think I am going to try Luster Lace first--strips of fabric preloaded with a polishing agent. I wanted to get over to American Cycle Mart (I think that is the name) on M-59 to pick some up. I've seen/read good things about them:
http://articles.autopia.org/index.ph..._v2&id=34&c=21 (scroll to bottom)
BTW, it will be hard to resist washing the car when we get to those balmy 50 degree days. Although, I wonder if the left over moisture is worse than the winter accumulation of dust. Just thinkin' out loud.
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Hi Jeff --
After re-reading my post, the word ratty seems a bit harsh even in jest...
No worries about left-over moisture, as I try to drive on nice days year-round (except if salt residue is thick).
Careful over at cycle-mart, as the choppers are very cool (and I'm not into choppers). But I suspect that your plane hobby takes up a good deal of your 'toy' funds, so you may be safe.
see ya -- Jeff
After re-reading my post, the word ratty seems a bit harsh even in jest...
No worries about left-over moisture, as I try to drive on nice days year-round (except if salt residue is thick).
Careful over at cycle-mart, as the choppers are very cool (and I'm not into choppers). But I suspect that your plane hobby takes up a good deal of your 'toy' funds, so you may be safe.
see ya -- Jeff
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Wow. Lot of work but it really paid out. That car looks CLEAN and better than new! Congrats!!
Now... about that shift ****...
Now... about that shift ****...
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Hi Jeff...thanks for taking your time to write down your "engine cleaning recipe"...I already ordered both products...I'll post some pics of the engine after the process...I appreciate the tip regarding the foil to cover the electronics and stuff...thanks my friend...
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Originally Posted by Jeff A 993
Hi Jeff --
After re-reading my post, the word ratty seems a bit harsh even in jest...
After re-reading my post, the word ratty seems a bit harsh even in jest...
Careful over at cycle-mart, as the choppers are very cool (and I'm not into choppers). But I suspect that your plane hobby takes up a good deal of your 'toy' funds, so you may be safe.
I'll let you know how it goes.
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Originally Posted by Pedro356C
Hi Jeff...thanks for taking your time to write down your "engine cleaning recipe"...I already ordered both products...I'll post some pics of the engine after the process...I appreciate the tip regarding the foil to cover the electronics and stuff...thanks my friend...
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Originally Posted by InTheAir
I licca the shifter. But what taste do I have--I own a Bat Mobile with Bat Phone!
The work you have done to detail your car really shows. That is one pampered ride.
Enjoy it in good health!!
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Originally Posted by InTheAir
Here are a few pics I just took of the engine (boy, I wish I had some befores):
You missed a spot... I can see dust inside your airbox cover. Nice self portrait, too!
Looks great... next time you vacation in Hawaii, stop by and detail mine, too.
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Kelly,
That is hilarous that you mentioned the airbox. I was standing there (doing my best Alfred Hitchcock impersonation) and thought, "I should really open up the airbox and clean in there--I ~know~ someone will notice." That's why I took the second pic from the lower right angle.
P.S. If you want to see another Alfred Hitchcock moment, see if you can find Waldo in this video:
http://www.putfile.com/media.php?n=J...cago&width=320 (beware, it takes a few seconds to load and is NOT car related)
That is hilarous that you mentioned the airbox. I was standing there (doing my best Alfred Hitchcock impersonation) and thought, "I should really open up the airbox and clean in there--I ~know~ someone will notice." That's why I took the second pic from the lower right angle.
P.S. If you want to see another Alfred Hitchcock moment, see if you can find Waldo in this video:
http://www.putfile.com/media.php?n=J...cago&width=320 (beware, it takes a few seconds to load and is NOT car related)
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Hey Jeff...I can't detail my engine at this level...I'm afraid I'd leave the car in the garage forever! :- )
Nice job my friend...your car looks wonderful from bumper to bumper...
Nice job my friend...your car looks wonderful from bumper to bumper...
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Originally Posted by InTheAir
Kelly,
That is hilarous that you mentioned the airbox. I was standing there (doing my best Alfred Hitchcock impersonation) and thought, "I should really open up the airbox and clean in there--I ~know~ someone will notice." That's why I took the second pic from the lower right angle.
P.S. If you want to see another Alfred Hitchcock moment, see if you can find Waldo in this video:
http://www.putfile.com/media.php?n=J...cago&width=320 (beware, it takes a few seconds to load and is NOT car related)
That is hilarous that you mentioned the airbox. I was standing there (doing my best Alfred Hitchcock impersonation) and thought, "I should really open up the airbox and clean in there--I ~know~ someone will notice." That's why I took the second pic from the lower right angle.
P.S. If you want to see another Alfred Hitchcock moment, see if you can find Waldo in this video:
http://www.putfile.com/media.php?n=J...cago&width=320 (beware, it takes a few seconds to load and is NOT car related)
Nice video and the right song to go with it...