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    Meow... 2016 Jet Black Challenger Hellcat - Paint Correction - 22ple - GTechniq - Attention to Detailing - Peoria, IL

    We've done a few brand new Hellcats. One has been nearly flawless, the rest were, well, awful...

    This car came to us for a full makeover and maximum exterior protection. With just 1200 miles on the odometer, you would hope that the paint was in nearly perfect condition, however that does not seem to be the case with any of the new cars coming from Dodge. This vehicle was covered with a lot of deeper scratches and sanding marks that needed to be corrected. There were also some light swirls from washing. In addition to the paint correction, we also removed the wheels for thorough cleaning inside and out. Paint, wheels, plastic, and glass were all coated with specific nano coating products. After many days of work, it looked outstanding! Check it out...

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    Wash: Meguiar's D114
    Wheels: Meguiar's D114
    Tires: Tarminator
    Decontamination: Fine Grade Clay & D114
    Paint Thickness Readings Taken w/ Defelsko DFT
    Masking Tape: 3M automotive
    Paint Correction: Meguiar's D300 & MF Cutting Pads
    Polishing: Meguiar's M205 & White LC Flat Polishing Pads
    Machines Used: Rupes LHR21 ES MKII, Rupes LHR15 ES MKII, Rupes LHR75e, Rupes L-DLX iBrid Nano, Griot's BOSS G21
    Coating Prep: CarPro Eraser
    Paint Coating: 22ple HPC
    Glass Coating: 22ple VG1
    Plastic Coating: GTechniq C4
    Wheel Coating: GTechniq C5
    Glass: Meguiar's D120
    Tires: Forma RVP (neat)
    ... surely there is more, but that is the majority



    As I mentioned, we've done several Challengers over the years, but the size of these things always surprises me. Check out this massive 2 door next to my 4 door ISF.





    Wheels were removed for deep cleaning. Brakes were also deep cleaned using steam.






    Wheel wells all cleaned up.







    The wheels were cleaned and coated. They looked outstanding afterwards.








    Here are several photos of some of the defects that were visible before the correction process.













    Correcting all exterior painted surfaces, even the smallest areas thanks to the nano.






    Here are several photos taken after the correction process. Crystal clear, nearly flawless paint.















    Mirror like reflections






    The sun never lies... this paint looked great!








    These long, flat, jet black panels made this car look like one big mirror.










    All black really suits this sinister vehicle.







    Here is a quick walk around... watch in HD!

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    Re: Meow... 2016 Jet Black Challenger Hellcat - Paint Correction - 22ple - GTechniq - Attention to Detailing - Peoria, IL

    Awesome Zach!! Can't believe how beat that black paint was........ WAS!!

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    Re: Meow... 2016 Jet Black Challenger Hellcat - Paint Correction - 22ple - GTechniq - Attention to Detailing - Peoria, IL

    Impeccable work Zach! Your not kidding, these cars are land yachts.

    Those reflections are incredible. Nicely done.

    Thanks for sharing.

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    Re: Meow... 2016 Jet Black Challenger Hellcat - Paint Correction - 22ple - GTechniq - Attention to Detailing - Peoria, IL

    Great looking reflections. Love the "Zach" lights shots all over. Can't believe 1200 miles and it looked that bad.

    Awesome work as usual. Too bad your fine Oriental rug has been relegated to wheel and tire duty

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    Re: Meow... 2016 Jet Black Challenger Hellcat - Paint Correction - 22ple - GTechniq - Attention to Detailing - Peoria, IL

    Excellent work (as always). Caught a few of the brake caliper pics on your Facebook page. The extent and extra attention you guys give customers.... I'd love to see the final bill.
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    Re: Meow... 2016 Jet Black Challenger Hellcat - Paint Correction - 22ple - GTechniq - Attention to Detailing - Peoria, IL

    Incredible work and excellent write-up as always Zach!

    That paint looks as flawless as it can be.
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    Re: Meow... 2016 Jet Black Challenger Hellcat - Paint Correction - 22ple - GTechniq - Attention to Detailing - Peoria, IL

    Top notch as usual Zach. Looks killer now!
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    Re: Meow... 2016 Jet Black Challenger Hellcat - Paint Correction - 22ple - GTechniq - Attention to Detailing - Peoria, IL

    Outstanding job Zach!

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    Re: Meow... 2016 Jet Black Challenger Hellcat - Paint Correction - 22ple - GTechniq - Attention to Detailing - Peoria, IL

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    Re: Meow... 2016 Jet Black Challenger Hellcat - Paint Correction - 22ple - GTechniq - Attention to Detailing - Peoria, IL

    Nice work dude!

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