What did you do to your S550 Mustang today?!

[MikeHTally]

Took her out for 100 mile spin before the rain came in. Noting but twisty roads. Some corners so sharp I had to look out the side window to see where I was going
The new billet shift knob gets a thumbs up but, that power cord for the radar detector has gotta go. I grabbed it with the shifter once in a hard curve.

Depending on the manufacturer (pretty much any that use a phone cord), you can either tie into a switched source in the dash to provide juice and just run it up the passenger a-pillar to the detector. If it's a Valentine One, look into a "Savvy" which plugs into the OBD port and run the lead up the driver's a-pillar. The Savvy will automatically mute the alerts below a certain threshold. Mine's set at 30 mph.

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[Dubya]

converted to hybrid this morning. got in the car and just got clicks. jumped it, took it to work (a block away) and let it sit on trickle charge for half the day. tested the battery with our tester and it tested ok. didnt check the acid though yet. think its cause my dash cam being always on and the cars been sitting all week. need to put a switch back on it so i can turn it off when the car sits in the driveway.

 

[Ashtar]

Baby got a wrap done. Matte Metallic Currant with Satin Grey Metallic stripes. Had a clear bra and a ceramic coat put on as well. The wrap was done by Wrapsesh in Phoenix Az.

And here is the reveal.


The Mustang's original color was Ford Race Red. That color had a bit too much orange in it for me. And red not being my favorite color to start with. So rather than spending 14k on a full paint color change. And the Mustang being gone for 2 to 3 months... I had the wrap done. I really like the Matte Metallic Currant, it's nice and deep!

Also I put the Steeda clutch spring in as well.

Let me know your thoughts on the color change.

Regards,
Dave

 

[243]

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

 

[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.

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