ADAM'S DETAILED: Shelby Cobra CSX4000 427 S/C

Discussion in 'Show and Shine' started by Dylan@Adams, Oct 13, 2010.

  1. Dylan@Adams

    Dylan@Adams Guest

    Courtesy of my boy Mario@Adam's. Not my personal choice for colors, though I get the BRG heritage connection, but at the speeds I'm sure this thing does who cares what color it is, you won't be able to see it anyways LOL

    I recently had the opportunity to do a full paint correction on this amazing full carbon fiber body Cobra. The car had some shipping damage do to some loose straps, which rubbed across most of the hood. The rest of the car was also long overdue for a detail.

    Adam and I also had the opportunity to test our soon to be released new compound and 7.5" foam pad. Hope you enjoy!

    The before photos:
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    I started with the engine compartment. It was sprayed down with Adam's Waterless Wash and agitated and wiped with a Waterless Wash Towel and Adam's Premium Trim & Lug Nut Brush.
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    All metal surfaces were treated with Adam's Metal Polish and a microfiber applicator.
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    Adam's Revive Polish was used on the engine bay painted surfaces.
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    Wheels were up next. Fender wells and tires were soaked with Adam's All Purpose Cleaner and scrubbed with a fender brush.
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    Green Wheel Cleaner and brushes:
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    The exterior just had some light dust on it, so it was cleaned with Waterless Wash and a towel (plus I didn't have the convertible top).
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    Old wax build up was removed from badges and hard to reach spots
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    On to the paint correction. Here are some of the very deep strap wear marks:
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    Close up photos of before condition:
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    Adam's Clay Bar in action.
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    Mr. Adam Pitale stopped by to test our new compound and foam pad with me.
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    Wet sanding with 2000/2500 grit sand paper was the only option on some scratches (not for the light of heart on a $100K+ car!).
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    Compound and new green foam pad:
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    Results after compounding with the Flex:
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    Finishing polish steps were completed with Adam's Swirl & Haze Remover followed by Fine Machine Polish.
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    Brilliant Glaze was applied to increase the depth and reflection of the paint.
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    Two coats of Adam's Americana Premium Paste Wax were the finishing touches.
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    Rubber and trim were protected with Adam's Super VRT and In & Out Spray.
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    The interior was tackled last. The floor mats were removed and cleaned with Adam's Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner.
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    Leather seats were scrubbed with with Adam's Leather and Interior Cleaner, and protected with Leather Conditioner.
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    And finally the results:
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  2. Winny

    Winny Virgin Detailer

    Nice job. I love that green colour. Awsome machine .
     
  3. Rcrew

    Rcrew Wax on..Wax off

    outstanding!
     
  4. EvoFire

    EvoFire Birth of a Detailer

    Awesome after pics!
     
  5. Danny

    Danny Nuba Guru

    Great job, got to love the Shelby 427's they are sex on wheels.
     
  6. bryansbestwax

    bryansbestwax DB Forum Supporter

    brilliant stuff, adam still works, I just thought he sipped pina coladas in some remote island
     
  7. Dylan@Adams

    Dylan@Adams Guest

    Nope... the boss is always around... we can't get rid of him LOL.

    Just had his second little one (a boy this time) and still manages to sneak out of the house regularly to get his hands dirty or answer phones. Hes very hands on with the business.
     
  8. mrd0t

    mrd0t Obsessive Detailer

    Congrats on the little one....Great Detail....now who's R32:headbang:?
     
  9. P1et

    P1et Official DB Moderator

    Very nice work on this thing, I personally like the color scheme although I would have not painted the wheels yellow.

    And yes, who's R32 is that in the background???
     
  10. Dylan@Adams

    Dylan@Adams Guest

    That belongs to Mario, one of our team members. Such a great car... I spent some time riding around in it last time I was up in Colorado for meetings and its just a blast to run around town in.
     

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