cpetes Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 Looks awesome Dan! TheWolf 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
08G8V8 Posted August 3, 2015 Share Posted August 3, 2015 Dan, I ordered my pressure washer today. I went with the AR630-TSS. I didn't see this model on Pressurewashersdirect website, but found they do make the AR630 with the TSS feature, in a cold water unit. I didn't think I would use the hot water setup, and saved $120 which helped cover the cost of the 50' hose (1/4 diameter), jumper hose and quick connect fittings. Found the 100' hose reel on Amazon for a good price. Hopefully I don't regret getting it over a 50' reel. Look forward to getting everything and getting it setup and can start using it with the CRSpotless. Then when the cooler fall weather comes around start working on polishing my black Sierra crew cab. TheWolf 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWolf Posted August 4, 2015 Author Share Posted August 4, 2015 Good deal, Jeff. Post up some pics once you get it all set up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWolf Posted August 8, 2015 Author Share Posted August 8, 2015 I was going back through this tread and realized I never shared my tip to spraying Tire Shine. With these truck tires, just spraying the applicator does not work to get it into the tread block. To keep the product off the garage floor when I spray it onto the tread blocks, I cut a piece of cardboard so it fits around the tire. To deal with the little bit of Tire Shine overspray that gets on the wheel, I apply Quick Sealant to the wheel first, and then wipe/level it with a Microfiber Utility Towel. After letting the sealant cure out for a half-hour or so, I spray the Tire Shine and level it out with the Pro Tire Hex Grip Applicator. When I am done with all four tires, I go back with the Utility Towel and wipe any Tire Shine overspray off of the wheel. The fresh coat of sealant makes wiping off the Tire Shine overspray super easy. After letting the cardboard dry overnight, I fold it up in thirds so it is easy to store. I have been using this piece of cardboard for about a year now and it is still holding up well. SgtLip and PT3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texas Moe Posted August 8, 2015 Share Posted August 8, 2015 Wolf, you are the man when it comes to innovation. Can't call you the 'Shine Doc' because that's already taken so how about the 'Shine Jedi'? PT3 and TheWolf 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWolf Posted August 8, 2015 Author Share Posted August 8, 2015 Wolf, you are the man when it comes to innovation. Can't call you the 'Shine Doc' because that's already taken so how about the 'Shine Jedi'? :lol: Hahahahaha!!! You can just call me TheWolf. I also answer to Crazy Dude. Texas Moe and PT3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWolf Posted August 13, 2015 Author Share Posted August 13, 2015 Some before and after pics of the latest "appearance" mods: Switched out the chrome lug nuts for black ones. Got rid of the stock stainless exhaust tips, which I never cleaned (shame on me), because I had planned to paint them. Buying ceramic coated black ones was less work then painting. Finally got rid of the blue oval emblem with the chrome bezel on the tailgate . This one is a stock emblem and bezel that was custom painted to match the truck. SgtLip, LFairbanks, Sac and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PT3 Posted August 13, 2015 Share Posted August 13, 2015 I like the little details TheWolf 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWolf Posted August 14, 2015 Author Share Posted August 14, 2015 Caliper and Rotor Hat Painting The brake calipers and rotor hats were starting to rust, so I decided to paint them black, to match the wheels. I used the Dupli-Color kit, which includes cleaner, paint and the brush with the silver handle. From reviews of the kit, most found the included brush to be junk, so I picked up some better brushes to use. In order to prep and paint all four at the same time, I put the truck on jack stands, with some cardboard to keep the floor clean. The brake caliper cleaner that came with the kit was almost useless, as the solvents dried almost instantly, leaving no time for scrubbing or wiping off the brake dust and grime. After placing a tub under the area to catch the dirty liquids, I used APC to scrub with a couple small brushes. To rinse, I used a sprayer bottle of hot water, and then used a sprayer with IPA for the final rinse. After allowing the areas to dry overnight, I used lacquer masking tape (really sticky) to mask off some areas. I applied two coats of paint to each area, waiting about 45 minutes between coats. I was not happy with the amount of brush marks left in the surface. The paint did not really lay down at all, and I have a lot of experience with coatings. The paint didn't seem overly thick, like it was expired, but just did not level out. After letting the paint dry overnight the wheels were installed. With the wheels on, the brush marks were not too noticeable. However, I would not use a brush-on kit again, I would mask everything and spray the paint. emorgn and SgtLip 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gen9Rolla Posted August 14, 2015 Share Posted August 14, 2015 Black on black on black! Looks great man, the small things are always the best TheWolf 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Guz Posted August 14, 2015 Share Posted August 14, 2015 I find the duplicolor kit to be junk compared to the G2 caliper kit. The G2 is more durable and better looking than the duplicolor kit. I redid my calipers in black with the G2 kit. I purchased rotors with the hats already black. TheWolf and Ricky Bobby 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rkj4243 Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 Don't want to thread jack Dan's original post, but below is a photo of calipers also done with G2 paint. I did not use the brush provided, but instead purchased both a 1" brush, which I then shortened the bristles on, and some smaller hobby brushes from a Sherwin - Williams Paint store. Mine were a 2 day project, rears first, then fronts, as I took everything apart to paint, and also painted (sprayed) the rotor hats while everything was apart. The wheels are Black Chrome, and really look good on the vehicle with the red calipers. Best thing about G2 Caliper Paint, is it is "Made in America" and readily available in numerous colors. TheWolf 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWolf Posted August 15, 2015 Author Share Posted August 15, 2015 Those both look way better than mine do. G2 is the winner! The Guz 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricky Bobby Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 I've done my past 2 cars with the G2 kit, the paint is a much better and glossier epoxy, spend the extra $15-20 on the G2 kit you will not be disappointed! TheWolf 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PT3 Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 Nice job Dan. Don't sweat the brush marks as your wheels don't really 'show off' the calipers. If you had wheels with bigger openings, then I'd tell you to do them again. Just my .02. TheWolf 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWolf Posted August 15, 2015 Author Share Posted August 15, 2015 Nice job Dan. Don't sweat the brush marks as your wheels don't really 'show off' the calipers. If you had wheels with bigger openings, then I'd tell you to do them again. Just my .02. Thanks Phil. I agree, not enough shows, plus it would be a lot of work to sand out the brush marks in order to repaint them. PT3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LFairbanks Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 Maybe if you just went over them again with the G2 stuff your brush marks would go away. I'am guessing the paint you used is oil based. There is a product called penetrol that is specifically designed for oil based paints and that eliminates brush marks when mixed with your paint. Floetrol for water based paint. TheWolf 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWolf Posted August 29, 2015 Author Share Posted August 29, 2015 Detailed the Detailing Cart! Cleaned with Waterless Wash, dressed all plastics with Super VRT, and used Detail Spray on the painted metal surfaces. oski83, PT3, Sac and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PT3 Posted August 29, 2015 Share Posted August 29, 2015 You are a sick, sick man, my friend. LOL. ; ) Love that cart! TheWolf and Beemer 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricky Bobby Posted August 29, 2015 Share Posted August 29, 2015 That cart just looks sexy Dan TheWolf 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oski83 Posted August 29, 2015 Share Posted August 29, 2015 Dude, awesome write up, pics, sweet set up and toys and mean truck. Thanks for sharing! TheWolf 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWolf Posted September 3, 2015 Author Share Posted September 3, 2015 We want red Wedges, we want red Wedges, we want red Wedges, we want wed Redges, me want rad Wegies. and match my car! hey, this stuff is important... A red wash wedge would be amazing!! then they better bust open the red markers. Red would be awesome! *cough* DVK *cough*...lol! RED WEDGES ARE HERE!!! http://adamspolishes.com/adam-s-wash-wedge.html Kourtney@Adams, SgtLip and Gen9Rolla 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWolf Posted September 20, 2015 Author Share Posted September 20, 2015 Love the new red Wash Wedge! I also tested the new Premium Dilution botttle against the Kwazar I have been using. Before washing, I spray all the door jambs with distilled water to rinse out any dust. The new sprayer has a stronger stream than the Kwazar, and seemed to spray just as much product, if not more. After the wash, I use a Waterless Wash Towel to dry the jambs. While just using a towel gets most of the dirt and dust, I find that spraying first works good on the areas that are hard to get with the towel, like the insides of the hinges and the corrugations of the wire looms. I use distilled water and not an actrual product like WW, because I don't have to be as careful with overspray on the interior. If I get distilled water on the seats or windows, it dries to nothingness. SgtLip and zapdon 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beemer Posted September 21, 2015 Share Posted September 21, 2015 Does anyone else giggle every time he sees the word "wedgie"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWolf Posted September 21, 2015 Author Share Posted September 21, 2015 Does anyone else giggle every time he sees the word "wedgie"? No, its just you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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