Detailed: 2003 Ford Ranger (My work truck)

**justin_murphy** · 10-09-2006, 02:42 PM

I did a few details this morning (4 actually...wash/vacs) and had some time left so I could finish up mine. I did the polishing and sealant yesterday evening after the race. So today I finish it up. I love my truck and with being a rolling billboard, I have to set an example of my work. You can also call this a mini-DP review.

Here's the details (no pun intended)....

Washed with NXT's car wash and clayed during wash

DP's Final Polish
(Applied with EDGE2K Orange "WAVE" pad at #5 PC setting)
Since I didn't have to many swirls, I just wanted to remove any wax and sealants that were present. I really like my new wave pads. I feel like I get better bite and a more constant pressure than with my normal pads. This polish is perfect for anyone. It really cleans and removes light swirls. Virtually no dusting and wipes off super easy. Surface was LSP ready.

DP's Surface Shield Sealant
(One spray per panel, buffed in with a short nap MF towel. Then turned over and buffed to a shine.)
So easy to protect a car with this product. I came out this morning after it cured and wow. Looked so nice. I could have left alone from there. But I can't.......I have Max Wax!

DP's Max Wax
(Applied by hand and foam applicator one panel at a time. Removed right after applying.)
Once again, Max Wax didn't fail me. Ease of use and looks say it all. Made my yellow truck's finish wet and deep. It's hard to get yellow right and Max Wax does it.

DP's Wheel Glaze
(Applied with a MF applicator, allowed to hazed, and buffed clean with a MF)
Wow.
Sums it up. This product removed brake dust that I could't even see. It was so easy to use....just as easy as Max Wax. Actually gave my wheel's finish some depth and a high gloss. I recommend this product to anyone.

Other Products Used:
Armor All Tire Foam
(Wheel Wells and engine bay)
Armor All Tire Gel
Stoner's Invisible Glass

And my favorite....

**Driven Auto Detail** · 10-09-2006, 02:47 PM

Looks awesome!!! I've rented a few Rangers when I used to travel for work. I really liked how they drove. My favorite rental Ranger was the 4x4 with the 4.0L V6.

If you're graphics are vinyl, how do you handle that as far as polishing is concerned?

**RTexasF** · 10-09-2006, 02:51 PM

You did four and then did your truck??? Oh to be young again......
Truck looks spectacular.

**Meghan** · 10-09-2006, 02:53 PM

Justin that yellow really pops out nice!

**abrcrombe** · 10-09-2006, 02:53 PM

Nice work as always Justin. When you use AA tire foam on the engine, do you just spray it everywhere after covering the alternator and battery?

**justin_murphy** · 10-09-2006, 02:55 PM

Originally Posted by abrcrombe

Nice work as always Justin. When you use AA tire foam on the engine, do you just spray it everywhere after covering the alternator and battery?

I didn't cover anything. Never have. I spray it on while it's wet and close the hood. I crank it up and let run for 10 minutes. Then I come back and buff it out with a MF mitt. That's it.

**justin_murphy** · 10-09-2006, 02:57 PM

Originally Posted by mshu7

Looks awesome!!! I've rented a few Rangers when I used to travel for work. I really liked how they drove. My favorite rental Ranger was the 4x4 with the 4.0L V6.

If you're graphics are vinyl, how do you handle that as far as polishing is concerned?

I just use a light process like I posted. They cover about 75% of my paint so I'm not worried about swirls.....just on the hood and fenders.......roof too.

**ScottB** · 10-09-2006, 03:03 PM

As a professional detailer, Justin, it is nice to see your canvas. I cringe each time I see a muddy or worn out vehicle with DETAILING on the side. Show others your rolling bed of work as it should help to secure addtl details.

**justin_murphy** · 10-09-2006, 03:23 PM

Originally Posted by killrwheels@autogeek

As a professional detailer, Justin, it is nice to see your canvas. I cringe each time I see a muddy or worn out vehicle with DETAILING on the side. Show others your rolling bed of work as it should help to secure addtl details.

Thanks Killr.
Means alot coming from you. Lead by example.

**Surfer** · 10-09-2006, 05:05 PM

Now you need to lift it on 35's, swap in a 351..........

. There is a ranger board, think Ranger Powersports or somethig like that, some crazy little trucks on there. Guy down here actually did a diesel swap complete with smoke stacks.

Paint looks great, yellow is hard to do, always seems to take on a sorta plasticky look for some reason. Good job!!