What did you do to your S550 Mustang today?!

[243]

Picked up my 19 this past Friday and installed the black emblems my brother sent me this evening, much better!

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[ModularKid21]

Finished up the grills this evening. Hopefully putting them on after work tomorrow if I have the time. Thought the car/stance still looked pretty mean even without the bumper so I snapped a quick shot

Edit; rookie mistake leaving the lower grill upside down for the pic

 

[Ghost50]

So I used polishing compound, polish and wax on this engine cover project. This was after I wet sanded the clear off because it gave it an uneven hazy glaze. I also shot it with three more coats on Saturday.

What’s weird to me, maybe because I didn’t use the clear coat again this time around, is even after I waxed it I still get blue paint transfer. I was using the buffer and the pad turned blue. I used a microfiber rag to polish it after and had paint transfer.

I’m going to put another coat of polish and wax on it this weekend and see if that helps. And then apply the metallic stickers.

Edit - forgot to attach the pic.

 

[Blue Moon]

Not sure if this was directed at me, but I was unable to serve. I am a historian as a lifelong hobby who specializes in military and naval history. I’m making my car as a tribute to bring attention to Veterans and hopefully raise money for as well as bring awareness to causes that will help them. I’m using my own money so it’s a slow process but it’s coming along.

You're doing a great job there, Stam616. I'm a retired military aviator, and every time I see a pic of your car I want to jump in it and go hunt some Me-109's and FW-190's.

 

[Stam616]

You're doing a great job there, Stam616. I'm a retired military aviator, and every time I see a pic of your car I want to jump in it and go hunt some Me-109's and FW-190's.

Now THATs the best compliment I could get. Thank you Sir, for your service and sacrifice. When I’m really finished I’m sure it will make you and others proud.

 

[Labradog]

So I used polishing compound, polish and wax on this engine cover project. This was after I wet sanded the clear off because it gave it an uneven hazy glaze. I also shot it with three more coats on Saturday.

What’s weird to me, maybe because I didn’t use the clear coat again this time around, is even after I waxed it I still get blue paint transfer. I was using the buffer and the pad turned blue. I used a microfiber rag to polish it after and had paint transfer.

I’m going to put another coat of polish and wax on it this weekend and see if that helps. And then apply the metallic stickers.

It sounds like you're confused about the difference between a polish and wax and what they are for. They are not used interchangeably.

 

[GT Pony]

What’s weird to me, maybe because I didn’t use the clear coat again this time around, is even after I waxed it I still get blue paint transfer. I was using the buffer and the pad turned blue. I used a microfiber rag to polish it after and had paint transfer.

Since it's not clear coated, even a wax will take some paint off simply due to the friction on the paint, if the friction level is high enough.

 

[Rock&Roll]

Thunderstorms, lightning and maybe hail in the forecast today. Gave her a hug, left her in the garage and took the truck to work

 

[Rock&Roll]

So I used polishing compound, polish and wax on this engine cover project. This was after I wet sanded the clear off because it gave it an uneven hazy glaze. I also shot it with three more coats on Saturday.

What’s weird to me, maybe because I didn’t use the clear coat again this time around, is even after I waxed it I still get blue paint transfer. I was using the buffer and the pad turned blue. I used a microfiber rag to polish it after and had paint transfer.

I’m going to put another coat of polish and wax on it this weekend and see if that helps. And then apply the metallic stickers.

Edit - forgot to attach the pic.

I’m sorry but that thing looks like a tiny spaceship from Star Wars. I’d just hang it on the wall in my garage and not put it back on the engine.

There I finally said it. I feel better and sorry for the harsh words

 

[2morrow]

Finally got some free time so I bolted on the Steeda 2 piece rotors. They look soooo good

I just gotta find a way to clean up the oxidation on the caliper now...

 

[Ghost50]

I’m sorry but that thing looks like a tiny spaceship from Star Wars. I’d just hang it on the wall in my garage and not put it back on the engine.

There I finally said it. I feel better and sorry for the harsh words

haha not harsh at all. I'm not exactly a fan of them either. That's why I am trying to make it somewhat more appealing to me. I don't like the look of the engine without the cover either so I until I have a Whipple sitting up there this is my life lol

 

[Ghost50]

It sounds like you're confused about the difference between a polish and wax and what they are for. They are not used interchangeably.

Perhaps I am. The guys who have done the covers have used compound first, polish and then wax.


https://www.walmart.com/ip/Meguiar-...hJ4VZ5-y2E3OdlSHVveVjAKtt3JrGHchoCQvEQAvD_BwE

That is what I used prior to waxing.

 

[Labradog]

Perhaps I am. The guys who have done the covers have used compound first, polish and then wax.


https://www.walmart.com/ip/Meguiar-...hJ4VZ5-y2E3OdlSHVveVjAKtt3JrGHchoCQvEQAvD_BwE

That is what I used prior to waxing.

It's an issue with detailing companies not using some words correctly. If you read the bottle description it says "pre-wax glaze that eliminates fine swirls", but a glaze is typically just a temporary filler. It doesn't actually correct the paint like a compound or polish does. I also would't use any wax or sealant on something recently painted until it has time to gas out.

 

[Ghost50]

It's an issue with detailing companies not using some words correctly. If you read the bottle description it says "pre-wax glaze that eliminates fine swirls", but a glaze is typically just a temporary filler. It doesn't actually correct the paint like a compound or polish does. I also would't use any wax or sealant on something recently painted until it has time to gas out.

Ok yeah I see where I messed up then. I only gave it a day after painting before I waxed it. I'd given it he 7-day wait time previously before starting new paint coats but didn't wait to wax. I'll wipe it down again this weekend and see if that helps. I should have just used the compound and then wax after waiting a week

 

[JohnBoyNC]

Been up on jack stands for a few weeks, as you know nothing ever goes smoothly.

So far:
BMR sway bars and end links.
BMR CB005 cradle lockout
Shaftmasters aluminum driveshaft
Powerstop pads and rotors

Up next:
Ford Performance Track shocks/struts M-18000-F
A handling inspired alignment

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