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Title: Few bits to the workhorse
Post by: iansoutham on 20 April 2013, 20:39:07

Thought I'd give the old girl a good clean up this month as I've had her 3 months and done over 5000 miles in that time.

As I purchased her in January
(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/iansoutham/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1013_zpsf13c2586.jpg) (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/iansoutham/media/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1013_zpsf13c2586.jpg.html)

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/iansoutham/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1015_zpsef76dff5.jpg) (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/iansoutham/media/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1015_zpsef76dff5.jpg.html)

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/iansoutham/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1010_zpsc22431e5.jpg) (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/iansoutham/media/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1010_zpsc22431e5.jpg.html)

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/iansoutham/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1011_zpsc3c71a0f.jpg) (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/iansoutham/media/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1011_zpsc3c71a0f.jpg.html)

Once cleaned of the dirt, body condition could be seen properly
(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/iansoutham/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1019_zpsc1bc2ada.jpg) (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/iansoutham/media/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1019_zpsc1bc2ada.jpg.html)

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/iansoutham/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1023_zpsa5dc0913.jpg) (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/iansoutham/media/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1023_zpsa5dc0913.jpg.html)

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/iansoutham/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1025_zpsdd508b74.jpg) (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/iansoutham/media/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1025_zpsdd508b74.jpg.html)

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/iansoutham/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1026_zpse33bc8ef.jpg) (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/iansoutham/media/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1026_zpse33bc8ef.jpg.html)

Bit of time with the 3M and GTechniq gear and a rotary and we have
(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/iansoutham/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1035_zps77a44c6d.jpg) (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/iansoutham/media/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1035_zps77a44c6d.jpg.html)

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/iansoutham/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1034_zps5dd0a96f.jpg) (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/iansoutham/media/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1034_zps5dd0a96f.jpg.html)

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/iansoutham/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1032_zpsc871fe73.jpg) (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/iansoutham/media/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1032_zpsc871fe73.jpg.html)

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/iansoutham/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1031_zpsfbf2da7e.jpg) (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/iansoutham/media/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/April%202013%20Clean/IMG_1031_zpsfbf2da7e.jpg.html)

Title: Re: Few bits to the workhorse
Post by: iansoutham on 20 April 2013, 20:39:35

Also purchased a new ProDrive spoiler off eBay and had that painted in work
(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/iansoutham/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/ProDrive%20Tailgate%20Spoiler/IMG_1051_zps02d20491.jpg) (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/iansoutham/media/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/ProDrive%20Tailgate%20Spoiler/IMG_1051_zps02d20491.jpg.html)

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/iansoutham/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/ProDrive%20Tailgate%20Spoiler/IMG_1052_zps1ade0dab.jpg) (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/iansoutham/media/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/ProDrive%20Tailgate%20Spoiler/IMG_1052_zps1ade0dab.jpg.html)

Trial fit
(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/iansoutham/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/ProDrive%20Tailgate%20Spoiler/IMG_1053_zps56ea2fb1.jpg) (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/iansoutham/media/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/ProDrive%20Tailgate%20Spoiler/IMG_1053_zps56ea2fb1.jpg.html)

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/iansoutham/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/ProDrive%20Tailgate%20Spoiler/IMG_1054_zps47ef3e3e.jpg) (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/iansoutham/media/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/ProDrive%20Tailgate%20Spoiler/IMG_1054_zps47ef3e3e.jpg.html)

Painted and in place
(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/iansoutham/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/ProDrive%20Tailgate%20Spoiler/IMG_1057_zpsf43baed2.jpg) (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/iansoutham/media/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/ProDrive%20Tailgate%20Spoiler/IMG_1057_zpsf43baed2.jpg.html)

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/iansoutham/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/ProDrive%20Tailgate%20Spoiler/IMG_1058_zpse74e4d48.jpg) (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/iansoutham/media/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/ProDrive%20Tailgate%20Spoiler/IMG_1058_zpse74e4d48.jpg.html)

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/iansoutham/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/ProDrive%20Tailgate%20Spoiler/IMG_1060_zps4c420059.jpg) (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/iansoutham/media/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/ProDrive%20Tailgate%20Spoiler/IMG_1060_zps4c420059.jpg.html)

(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a105/iansoutham/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/ProDrive%20Tailgate%20Spoiler/IMG_1059_zpse370feff.jpg) (http://s10.photobucket.com/user/iansoutham/media/R169%20PNP%20Omega%20Estate/ProDrive%20Tailgate%20Spoiler/IMG_1059_zpse370feff.jpg.html)

Just waiting for the adhesive to set and it will be time for another clean

Title: Re: Few bits to the workhorse
Post by: omega3000 on 21 April 2013, 11:37:43

Looking good , very shiny  ;)

Title: Re: Few bits to the workhorse
Post by: b4ndit on 21 April 2013, 11:49:01

Very nice :y

Title: Re: Few bits to the workhorse
Post by: dazzerM on 21 April 2013, 16:09:43

It's amazing what a bit of elbow grease can do

Looks good mate  :)

Title: Re: Few bits to the workhorse
Post by: jonny2112 on 21 April 2013, 18:02:46

Good work  :y

Title: Re: Few bits to the workhorse
Post by: x25dt on 22 April 2013, 11:42:34

Nice work :y

Title: Re: Few bits to the workhorse
Post by: MarkC on 22 April 2013, 12:07:13

Excellent polishing/buffing skills there.

How well does the Spoiler fit? I know some aftermarket spoilers sometimes need fettling to fit, It looks really nice. I'd like to get one for the Estate.

Cheers, Mark.

Title: Re: Few bits to the workhorse
Post by: iansoutham on 22 April 2013, 12:55:53

Quote from: MarkC on 22 April 2013, 12:07:13

Excellent polishing/buffing skills there.

How well does the Spoiler fit? I know some aftermarket spoilers sometimes need fettling to fit, It looks really nice. I'd like to get one for the Estate.

Cheers, Mark.

Spoiler fits perfectly, it should do, it was designed by ProDrive to fit the estate models. Just take your time masking and lining up, scotch pad the paint and wipe with IPA to make sure it is clean and away you go. I used Sikaflex 221 adhesive, and it started to bond within a minute and was perfect after being left overnight.

There is a seller with about 5 left for £50 plus postage. Mine was with me within 48 hours of paying, and in the original box as well

Title: Re: Few bits to the workhorse
Post by: omega3000 on 22 April 2013, 13:38:09

Whats that blue tape your using .. never seen any of that stuff  :-\

Title: Re: Few bits to the workhorse
Post by: MarkC on 22 April 2013, 13:57:37

Quote from: iansoutham on 22 April 2013, 12:55:53

Quote from: MarkC on 22 April 2013, 12:07:13

Excellent polishing/buffing skills there.

How well does the Spoiler fit? I know some aftermarket spoilers sometimes need fettling to fit, It looks really nice. I'd like to get one for the Estate.

Cheers, Mark.

Spoiler fits perfectly, it should do, it was designed by ProDrive to fit the estate models. Just take your time masking and lining up, scotch pad the paint and wipe with IPA to make sure it is clean and away you go. I used Sikaflex 221 adhesive, and it started to bond within a minute and was perfect after being left overnight.

There is a seller with about 5 left for £50 plus postage. Mine was with me within 48 hours of paying, and in the original box as well

Thanks Ian, just had a look on ebay.....says 'last one' now. eeeek!!

Will keep my eye on it (if it goes hopefully the seller will re-stock)

Bro-in-law works in the trade too so I can get hold of the bonding agent, scotch pads, and get it painted.

Thanks again.  :y

Title: Re: Few bits to the workhorse
Post by: scottambrose on 01 May 2013, 12:24:09

very nice

Title: Re: Few bits to the workhorse
Post by: jonny2112 on 02 May 2013, 00:03:49

Quote from: EMD on 22 April 2013, 13:38:09

Whats that blue tape your using .. never seen any of that stuff  :-\

It looks like 3M stuff, widely used by detailers and I think decorators.
It has a low 'tack' or adhesion making it perfect for these sorts of jobs as there is no residue or damage on removal of the tape  :y