Production Week 23 (June 5th) Support Group
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From: Near a large rock, NJ
Originally Posted by bluminiboy
I have gotten the clear bra installed on Sylvia, and I just had tint installed today. Here are some pics.
I saw a few posts on putting a limo tint on the sunroof. I'm going to look into that. Does the clearbra also cover your lights? Overall, Sylvia is looking sharp.Swizzle
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From: Orlando, Fl
Originally Posted by Blackhat00
Wow, everyone around here comments on my free weekly car washes (have to go in between a certain time period on Saturday to get them though). Mine was originally only for the 3 year warranty period and they extend it a year if you buy the extended maintenance package. Free lifetime and a $50 gift certificate... wow, that's just incredible.
I haven't received anything else from the dealer so far except for the free floor mats. It was only supposed to be front floor mats but it seems I got the rear ones thrown in as well. They didn't say anything about it, I just happened to notice.
I haven't received anything else from the dealer so far except for the free floor mats. It was only supposed to be front floor mats but it seems I got the rear ones thrown in as well. They didn't say anything about it, I just happened to notice.
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From: Tempe, AZ
Bluminiboy, that tint looks great! What % is your tint? We can go up to 20% on the side windows here, but I'm worried it will feel to dark from the inside. Any suggestions?
and I can't really even see the clearbra line you spoke of - great job...
Annewithana and thewizard of odd, how exciting - must be hard to sleep now!
! What % is your tint? We can go up to 20% on the side windows here, but I'm worried it will feel to dark from the inside. Any suggestions?and I can't really even see the clearbra line you spoke of - great job...
Annewithana and thewizard of odd, how exciting - must be hard to sleep now!
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Originally Posted by TheWizardOfOdd
My Mini is at the dealership
I think we are going to make the treck to Ashland on Friday to pick it up. It is suppose to be detailed tomorrow!
I asked my MA to send some pictures asap, so hopefully I will get some tomorrow!!
I can't wait to join all of you motoring
Maryanne
I think we are going to make the treck to Ashland on Friday to pick it up. It is suppose to be detailed tomorrow!I asked my MA to send some pictures asap, so hopefully I will get some tomorrow!!
I can't wait to join all of you motoring
Maryanne
Tint is 5%. Clear bra is on all of the lights as well. Also included is door cups, side skirts, door edges, mirrors, bottom of tailgate, and rear bumper protection on the top part of it.
cooperminis, in the daytime the tint is great. There is no sun inside the car. At night time, the only time the tint can be in the way is if you are on a street with no lights and you have to look out the side for some reason. Other than that, i have no problems with it. I've had it on a previous car like that as well. I think the dark tint sets off the space blue very well or any other color for that matter, since all the pillars are all black.
cooperminis, in the daytime the tint is great. There is no sun inside the car. At night time, the only time the tint can be in the way is if you are on a street with no lights and you have to look out the side for some reason. Other than that, i have no problems with it. I've had it on a previous car like that as well. I think the dark tint sets off the space blue very well or any other color for that matter, since all the pillars are all black.
Originally Posted by miniprof
Oops. that was herozup with all that good advice. I went and bought a bunch of stuff,but haven't dared to try any of it yet. I'm afraid I'll do something wrong and scratch her or something!!
Originally Posted by Minitenango
Thanks Herozup! I checked out the detailing forum, very confusing for a first timer :impatient
If I am understanding, there are auto shampoos that can be used in between waxing that won't remove the wax? So weekly, I could wash with shampoos that don't remove the wax to keep clean, then when i notice the water not beading up, it's probably time to reapply the wax and can use something like dawn (noted discussion about use of dawn vs claying) to make sure it is all off, then start again. But what about multiple coats of wax? can you use the auto shampoos and reapply wax to keep the wax up a bit longer or wax on a bi weekly basis without removing the original wax?
If I am understanding, there are auto shampoos that can be used in between waxing that won't remove the wax? So weekly, I could wash with shampoos that don't remove the wax to keep clean, then when i notice the water not beading up, it's probably time to reapply the wax and can use something like dawn (noted discussion about use of dawn vs claying) to make sure it is all off, then start again. But what about multiple coats of wax? can you use the auto shampoos and reapply wax to keep the wax up a bit longer or wax on a bi weekly basis without removing the original wax?
http://www.griotsgarage.com/catalog....1005&SKU=11098
I would also recommend their "Speed Shine" or as I call it "Miracle Juice". It is the 'same' as Meguiar's Quick Detailer.
As long as your car doesn't get rained on I recommend a good wipe down with a California Duster and Speed Shine and you will be looking like you just waxed it.
Originally Posted by swizzle
Hi Herozup,
Anyone know what the OEM finish is? If I want to use a quick detail wax on the original finish, what is a good product? Will the NXT screw it up? Do I need to strip off whatever is on there?
Anyone know what the OEM finish is? If I want to use a quick detail wax on the original finish, what is a good product? Will the NXT screw it up? Do I need to strip off whatever is on there?
You can probably wax over it with no problem.
Originally Posted by bluminiboy
congrats to annewithane and thewizardofodd! you will soon be motorin in your new MINI's.
I have gotten the clear bra installed on Sylvia, and I just had tint installed today. Here are some pics. I took a close up pic of the bonnet. If you look close enough, you can see the line of the clear bra.
I have gotten the clear bra installed on Sylvia, and I just had tint installed today. Here are some pics. I took a close up pic of the bonnet. If you look close enough, you can see the line of the clear bra.
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Originally Posted by herozup
As long as your car doesn't get rained on I recommend a good wipe down with a California Duster and Speed Shine and you will be looking like you just waxed it.
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Originally Posted by herozup
Yes.. (from my experience) multipe coats of wax work well. I would recommend claying the car when you do want to get the paint baby butt smooth. If you have never clayed a car before it is an amazing expereince. There are also some "Quick Wax" products that you can use. I use many Griots products. Here is a link. Read the description.
http://www.griotsgarage.com/catalog....1005&SKU=11098
I would also recommend their "Speed Shine" or as I call it "Miracle Juice". It is the 'same' as Meguiar's Quick Detailer.
As long as your car doesn't get rained on I recommend a good wipe down with a California Duster and Speed Shine and you will be looking like you just waxed it.
http://www.griotsgarage.com/catalog....1005&SKU=11098
I would also recommend their "Speed Shine" or as I call it "Miracle Juice". It is the 'same' as Meguiar's Quick Detailer.
As long as your car doesn't get rained on I recommend a good wipe down with a California Duster and Speed Shine and you will be looking like you just waxed it.
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From: Tempe, AZ
Originally Posted by miniprof
Cooperminis - are you hangin' in there? Won't be long now!!!
! Problem is the days just aren't going by fast enough
.But a friend of mine had a little present all wrapped up and waiting for me today at the office - my own copy of The Italian Job! Since I've not seen it before I'm anxious to spend an evening soaking it all in.
Hope you all are having a great time out there motoring, just don't forget about us 'back in the forum'
! Love seeing those pics and dreaming of the day...
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Originally Posted by pancakex
OH man, there will be so many pics, don't worry :D
Hopefully I'll post some on Sunday night, or at least Monday! Get ready for some astro black goodness!
Hopefully I'll post some on Sunday night, or at least Monday! Get ready for some astro black goodness!