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    Off Topic - 1980 International Scout Convertible - CQuartz Finest

    Not everything is a brand new car or exotic. This is one FUN vehicle!

    Wash: Ironx Snow Soap, 2 bucket Method with Microfiber Madness wash mitt.
    Decon: Ironx, Nanoskin towel (Fine) w/Optimum No Rinse (ONR) for clay lube.
    Inspect: Measure and document all paint imperfections and paint thickness.
    Compound: Rupes 21 with 5" BP, 5" Carpro 5" Flash pad and Meguiars M101.
    Polish: Rupes 21, 5" Backing Plate, 5" Carpro Gloss pad and Carpro Reflect.
    Wheels: Steam cleaned, dressed and protected with Carpro Reload.
    LSP: Three coats of CQuartz Finest applied to all paint surfaces.












    Thanks for looking!
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    Three coats! I only used one. He must be a happy camper because it looks outstanding now. Got a before pic?

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    Quote Originally Posted by 5.4 F150 View Post
    Three coats! I only used one. He must be a happy camper because it looks outstanding now. Got a before pic?
    CQuartz (regular/consumer), CQuartz UK and CQuartz FINEST are three different products (but similar).
    When I do CQuartz FINEST I always do at least two coats. Depending on how much is left I'll do three.

    Sadly, I have no before pics, the best example is the top pic (the Iron X sponge) minor swirls & no gloss.

    This car is pure Palm Beach fun! Great for the beach, palm trees & the tanned, thong clad, hard bodies.

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    Off Topic - 1980 International Scout Convertible - CQuartz Finest

    That looks like a blast to drive. So shiny too

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    As usual Merlin...Great job!

    Must be a very happy place to always have folks coming up to your house with big fat wide grins all the time when they come to pick up their vehicles!

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    Once again nice work !

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    Quote Originally Posted by 5.4 F150 View Post
    Three coats! I only used one. He must be a happy camper because it looks outstanding now...
    Thank you, I'm very happy with the final result.

    Quote Originally Posted by SLOWBRA View Post
    That looks like a blast to drive. So shiny too
    It's a beach cruiser for sure!

    Quote Originally Posted by cayman150 View Post
    As usual Merlin...Great job!

    Must be a very happy place to always have folks coming up to your house with big fat wide grins all the time when they come to pick up their vehicles!
    Yes and sadly, a tear comes to my eye when they leave.

    Quote Originally Posted by B.O.B. View Post
    Once again nice work !
    Thank You! I enjoy it.

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