Detailed: 2003 HD Soft Tail

[justin_murphy]

This one is owned by my close friend's in-laws. I actually have two more vehicles to post from them. This bikes was dirty. She was embarrassed to even let me see it. It's been sitting in her garage for over 2 years now with no attention. I sat back, got my game plan together and went to work.

Wash Cycle:
(Pinnacle's Bodywork Shampoo and EDGE Wash ShMitt)
Boy did the ShMitt save my hands here! After pressure washing the bike down, I started washing. THe ShMitt allowed me to get into places that would have normally cut my hands up. RIP poor ShMitt!
This shampoo also did a great job at cleaning up the leather and chrome.

Metal Polishing:
(Mother's Power Metal Polish with MF covered applicator)
This product really surprised me. It removed tarnish and rust spots from the chrome parts very easily. The applicator I used was a pocketed blue one from Wa-Mart. Very good quality. Stayed right on my hands too.
Here's a before and after of the polishing....
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/justin30513/2003%20HD%20Soft%20Tail/Pictures019.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/justin30513/2003%20HD%20Soft%20Tail/Pictures021.jpg
Guess which side is polished?
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/justin30513/2003%20HD%20Soft%20Tail/Pictures015.jpg

Paint Correction and Protection:
(XMT#4 and Pinnacle Souveran Paste Wax)
Yep. XMT#4. Why so harsh? The paint on the tank was tough as nails and since I was doing it by hand, why not? I used a Wolfgang foam finger pad. This took out a lot of the scratches and finished off well. No marring at all. The tank, fenders, and chrome were treated to two coats of Souveran Paste. It was simply a pleasure to use.

Leather Cleaning and Protection:
(Pinnacle's Leather Cleaner and Leather Conditioner)
Even though I cleaned the leather well while cleaning the bike, I wanted to make sure it was really clean. I sprayed the cleaner onto a MF towel and worked it into the leather. I then allowed it to dry. I then used the conditioner lotion with another pocketed applicator. I applied 3 layers....it soaked up too like crazy. The bags and seats were left soft and supple.

The windshield is to be replaced and did not receive any polishing.

Befores.......
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/justin30513/2003%20HD%20Soft%20Tail/Pictures001.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/justin30513/2003%20HD%20Soft%20Tail/Pictures002.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/justin30513/2003%20HD%20Soft%20Tail/Pictures003.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/justin30513/2003%20HD%20Soft%20Tail/Pictures004.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/justin30513/2003%20HD%20Soft%20Tail/Pictures005.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/justin30513/2003%20HD%20Soft%20Tail/Pictures007.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/justin30513/2003%20HD%20Soft%20Tail/Pictures009.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/justin30513/2003%20HD%20Soft%20Tail/Pictures010.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/justin30513/2003%20HD%20Soft%20Tail/Pictures011.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/justin30513/2003%20HD%20Soft%20Tail/Pictures012.jpg

[justin_murphy]

Afters.......
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/justin30513/2003%20HD%20Soft%20Tail/Pictures024.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/justin30513/2003%20HD%20Soft%20Tail/Pictures026.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/justin30513/2003%20HD%20Soft%20Tail/Pictures027-1.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/justin30513/2003%20HD%20Soft%20Tail/Pictures028.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/justin30513/2003%20HD%20Soft%20Tail/Pictures029.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/justin30513/2003%20HD%20Soft%20Tail/Pictures030.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/justin30513/2003%20HD%20Soft%20Tail/Pictures031.jpg
http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a127/justin30513/2003%20HD%20Soft%20Tail/Pictures032.jpg

[Gary Sword]

The turn around on the leather really looks great. Very nice Justin!

[justin_murphy]

The turn around on the leather really looks great. Very nice Justin!

I knew you would be all over this post Gary!

Thanks!

[HighEndDetail]

Nice work Justin, did you take it out for a spin:D

[AL417]

Looks good Justin. Why did the bike sit for so long? It looked awful but not anymore.

[Reddwarf]

JUstin, what an amazing job! What was all over the leather before? Is that just dirt? That is a lot of leather!

[alban61]

That HD looks good now!! Great work with that leather!! It looked like dirt and even mold on it!!

[justin_murphy]

Thanks guys.......I mean it. Means a lot to hear it.

That was mold on the leather. It was awful. That's why I pressure washed it. I didn't want to touch it!

[sparkie]

Awesome work there, I know it was a lot of work. Boy she looks sweet now!:applause:

[Cheetah]

Excellent work, Justin. I love your posts.

1. How did you treat the leather?

2. When are you coming out with your own line of products?

[r_wain]

Awesome work Justin...How long did it take you to knock that thing out?

[HAN]

the leather looks great! Was it the "cleaner and conditioner" product, or ther 2 seperate pinnable products that you used? Either way, it looks awesome...


Pete

[justin_murphy]

Excellent work, Justin. I love your posts.

1. How did you treat the leather?

2. When are you coming out with your own line of products?


I first cleaned the leather while washing with Pinnacle's Bodywork Shampoo. I then used Pinnacle Leather Cleaner & Conditioner and then came back with their sole Conditioner. 3 coats to be exact.

I've thought about have my own "Clean4U" line up. Just a simple line of products. I really don't know if it would be worth it or how to market them.

What do you all think?

[justin_murphy]

Awesome work Justin...How long did it take you to knock that thing out?

Right at 4-5 hours. Just as long or longer than a mini van! This is more tedious work. I feel bad sometimes charging the same as a SUV but I have the same amount of time invested.

The customers never seem to have a problem paying though.