Random Thoughts - Part Deux [NO POLITICS]

[Ashikabi]

Originally Posted by mixtape

I just finished up my photos of the Lamborghini Aventador I posted yesterday - the link is below for those of you who want to see them!

ASC - '13 Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 - Mixtography

You may appreciate my current project. Lamborghini style push start cover.

[babydriver]

Originally Posted by HunterGreene

Honestly, that was barley an effort.

I don't think that I can beer these any longer...

[soulreapersteve]

Originally Posted by Tectoniic

In for pics. Trying to decide if I should sell my old ones and upgrade. I do still like the older models "boomerang" better but I'm getting a bit tired of the black housings and the individual LEDs for the turn signal/brakes.

For sure! There are some very good pics posted in the fteightsix group buy thread if you dont want to wait for me. I say if you have another 200 or so to spare (dunno how much older models go for), do go for the new ones.

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Got tired of water droplets not beading up and flying off the windshield like it used to with the OEM glass, even after waxing (Was blinded by streetlights and oncoming cars). Went to the nearest seller of Aquapel and applied it to the windshield. We shall see how it fares but from videos, it looks awesome!

[Ashikabi]

Originally Posted by soulreapersteve

For sure! There are some very good pics posted in the fteightsix group buy thread if you dont want to wait for me. I say if you have another 200 or so to spare (dunno how much older models go for), do go for the new ones.

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Got tired of water droplets not beading up and flying off the windshield like it used to with the OEM glass, even after waxing (Was blinded by streetlights and oncoming cars). Went to the nearest seller of Aquapel and applied it to the windshield. We shall see how it fares but from videos, it looks awesome!

There's this thing called Rainx it's available most everywhere. Did you not know?

[babydriver]

Originally Posted by soulreapersteve

Got tired of water droplets not beading up and flying off the windshield like it used to with the OEM glass, even after waxing (Was blinded by streetlights and oncoming cars). Went to the nearest seller of Aquapel and applied it to the windshield. We shall see how it fares but from videos, it looks awesome!

I can tell you how to fix that. Use detailing clay on the windshield glass as you would with any painted surface, with lubricant of course. I used the Pinnacle detailing clay and the results were fantastic.

You know how, no matter how much you scrub the glass with glass cleaner and a good cleaning rag, there is a "line" caused by the difference in texture between the part swept by the wiper blades and the part never cleaned by the blade? Even when the glass has been thoroughly cleaned, that difference in texture is visible? Well, after using the clay, the difference is gone. No line, glass looks new, etc.

Make sure you get a really good grade of detailing clay that won't scratch the glass. (If it doesn't create scratches in the paint, it won't scratch glass, as the glass surface is much harder.) Completely clean is always better than covered up, IMO.

[soulreapersteve]

Originally Posted by Ashikabi

There's this thing called Rainx it's available most everywhere. Did you not know?

Yes I do. But after reading up on alternatives to rain-x on here and elsewhere, I stumbled upon Aquapel. People have said it lasts much, much longer than rain-x. Figured for a couple of dollars more, why not try it out?

Originally Posted by babydriver

I can tell you how to fix that. Use detailing clay on the windshield glass as you would with any painted surface, with lubricant of course. I used the Pinnacle detailing clay and the results were fantastic.

You know how, no matter how much you scrub the glass with glass cleaner and a good cleaning rag, there is a "line" caused by the difference in texture between the part swept by the wiper blades and the part never cleaned by the blade? Even when the glass has been thoroughly cleaned, that difference in texture is visible? Well, after using the clay, the difference is gone. No line, glass looks new, etc.

Make sure you get a really good grade of detailing clay that won't scratch the glass. (If it doesn't create scratches in the paint, it won't scratch glass, as the glass surface is much harder.) Completely clean is always better than covered up, IMO.

Tried looking for individual clay bars but couldnt find it anywhere, they only sold the kits where the stuff can be had individually for cheaper. Didn't feel like waiting for it to come through online so went ahead and applied Aquapel.

[themadscientist]

Originally Posted by babydriver

I can tell you how to fix that. Use detailing clay on the windshield glass as you would with any painted surface, with lubricant of course. I used the Pinnacle detailing clay and the results were fantastic.

You know how, no matter how much you scrub the glass with glass cleaner and a good cleaning rag, there is a "line" caused by the difference in texture between the part swept by the wiper blades and the part never cleaned by the blade? Even when the glass has been thoroughly cleaned, that difference in texture is visible? Well, after using the clay, the difference is gone. No line, glass looks new, etc.

Make sure you get a really good grade of detailing clay that won't scratch the glass. (If it doesn't create scratches in the paint, it won't scratch glass, as the glass surface is much harder.) Completely clean is always better than covered up, IMO.

Yup, I got the scum off the Mini's windshield that way. Works like magic! I was laughing like a Bond villain with a new laser-equipped shark.

[themadscientist]

Talk about a formidable order. LBJ knows what makes a quality pair of pants!

http://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-c...612592/?no-ist

[p1l0t]

Sorry just back in the country from 3 days out, bump... not even mainland U.S. I'm still in Puerto Rico... company said few days... been 4 so far and counting...

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[Nevermore]

You know what's an entirely under argued grammatical error? Lets vs. let's.

[Ultramaroon]

Originally Posted by babydriver

I don't think that I can beer these any longer...

Just teff it out.

[soulreapersteve]

Originally Posted by p1l0t

Sorry just back in the country from 3 days out, bump... not even mainland U.S. I'm still in Puerto Rico... company said few days... been 4 so far and counting...

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They want you to head the Puerto Rico division of whatever your job is.

:P

Trail run

[p1l0t]

Originally Posted by soulreapersteve

They want you to head the Puerto Rico division of whatever your job is.

:P

Trail run

Don't even joke. I flew with the ass chief today. (Assitant Chief Pilot). He's a cool guy but I definitely don't want his responsibility.

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[soulreapersteve]

Originally Posted by p1l0t

Don't even joke. I flew with the ass chief today. (Assitant Chief Pilot). He's a cool guy but I definitely don't want his responsibility.

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Ohhh... I should've guessed from your username.....