[BEM-S4]

Originally Posted by Sportstick

Car looks outstanding.....only really annoying part is how well your supplies area is organized!! I probably have to go back out to the garage now!

Will post some more pics tomorrow. I didn't have sealer so I couldn't finish today.

I have everything lined up in order to be used so I don't have to remember next time. Just work my way down the row - brainless is good.

I also got distracted when FedEx showed up today.

[Speedwell-Industries]

Originally Posted by BEM-S4

With some advice from rayscott and chemical guys busted out the new orbital polisher. Clay, V38 polish w blue pad, wet glaze with black pad. Tomorrow sealer then butter wax both with red pad. Looking pretty good so far.

The results are going to be amazing! Can't wait to see the shine!

[pkarlzzon]

Gave her a well needed wash

[alex87]

Hello Everybody! I'm here to share my experience with my car and some mods I've done.. I like many things about the car, but the only thing I didn't like was the steering "feeling".. It felt too soft mostly just on center (first 1° or 2° degrees) even on Sport + even more at higher speeds (100mph+) I didn't felt safe, so I decided to put M Performance "Sport" Springs (Red) with very little improvement, so after a little research and lot of faith I bought AC Schnitzer RS Adjustable Coilovers, and honestly felt exactly the same car, even on stiffest setting, but after a few days, I realized they where indeed too stiff in that setting (all at 0 clicks), so I turned a few clicks back (around 5), problem with steering wheel still there lol, then I changed to 19" Rims (M2's 19x9 -235/35/19 and 19x10 265/30/19) this change alone made a lot of difference! very happy with them, still a bit of play in steering wheel, but much improved, I also tried M4 LCA's but I didn't like them because they caused a lot of rubbing in front tires, better handling in curves yes, but same thing with steering wheel if not worst, so have them change back to stock, I also have M Performance LSD, happy to say it's worth it, much improved traction when accelerating, also worth mentioning the M Performance Exhaust, not as loud as I was expecting but makes a different deeper tone I like (I'm also thinking in eliminating the 2 resonators) About the ACS Coilovers just would like to add a few things, basically the only thing I don't like about them is the back height they don't have much "range" only if you want to go low, while in front they have a lot, something like + 2" to - 2" from Stock, back is more like only from stock to - 3", I also broke a spring perch ("composite" more like plastic) happy i didn't die I was going slow, but I now have them made out of bronce so they withstand mexican streets.. Cheers!

[BEM-S4]

Finally done. Huge thanks to Rayscott for all his advice. Chemical guys customer support was a big help too with so many products to choose from I really needed guidance getting a proper regiment set up. Did the following, will do 2x per year.

Clay
V38 w Blue Pad apply on 1 buff on 6
Wet w Black pad apply on 1 buff on 3
Jet Seal w Red pad apply on 1 buff on 2
Butter hand applied

Then 1x a month reapply butter, otherwise weekly wash with P40 quick detailer for finishing.

Car literally looks better than brand new when I picked it up at the dealer.

[Dylan86]

Originally Posted by BEM-S4

Finally done. Car literally looks better than brand new when I picked it up at the dealer.

Ah the feeling is great, isn't it? #blackcarsmatter

[BEM-S4]

Originally Posted by Dylan86

Ah the feeling is great, isn't it? #blackcarsmatter

That needs to be on a t-shirt

[RotorOver]

Originally Posted by BEM-S4

Finally done. Huge thanks to Rayscott for all his advice. Chemical guys customer support was a big help too with so many products to choose from I really needed guidance getting a proper regiment set up. Did the following, will do 2x per year.

Clay
V38 w Blue Pad apply on 1 buff on 6
Wet w Black pad apply on 1 buff on 3
Jet Seal w Red pad apply on 1 buff on 2
Butter hand applied

Then 1x a month reapply butter, otherwise weekly wash with P40 quick detailer for finishing.

Car literally looks better than brand new when I picked it up at the dealer.

Looks great! With monthly waxing my Jet Seal application worked for a full year. If you are hand applying, try the CG 5050 paste wax. You’ll find it a step up from the Butter. Butter Wet wax is great for machine application- easier/faster on bigger vehicles like an SUV. Also, for your dark car try CG Black Light Glaze. That is some good shit!

[BEM-S4]

Originally Posted by RotorOver

Looks great! With monthly waxing my Jet Seal application worked for a full year. If you are hand applying, try the CG 5050 paste wax. You'll find it a step up from the Butter. Butter Wet wax is great for machine application- easier/faster on bigger vehicles like an SUV. Also, for your dark car try CG Black Light Glaze. That is some good shit!

Bought the 5050 thanks. Already have black light, but I do prefer wet. Maybe I'll switch off.

Please no more products though I've got too much already!!!

[blackbm5]

Originally Posted by BEM-S4

Bought the 5050 thanks. Already have black light, but I do prefer wet. Maybe I'll switch off.

Please no more products though I've got too much already!!!

What is this 5050 wax that you speak of? Does it work wonders on Alpine White?

[BEM-S4]

Originally Posted by blackbm5

What is this 5050 wax that you speak of? Does it work wonders on Alpine White?

Will report back it's coming Weds I'll put a coat on. It's expensive comes in a fancy can with concours on it and is "limited edition" so of course I bought it. On sale on Amazon though.

https://www.chemicalguys.com/5050_Co...BoCEbYQAvD_BwE

[RotorOver]

Originally Posted by blackbm5

What is this 5050 wax that you speak of? Does it work wonders on Alpine White?

It definitely works well on dark cars. They call it a show car wax.

[MuskieFan]

Should have stayed out of this thread, just placed a large order from chemical guys. Guess I’ll post pics after the detail

[CP911]

Installed the M Performance arm rest and floor mats to round out the rest of the interior kit. Very happy with the end result.

[BEM-S4]

Originally Posted by blackbm5

What is this 5050 wax that you speak of? Does it work wonders on Alpine White?

They also make a white light I just stumbled across which is the appropriate glaze for white cars. I'd give that a shot if I were you.

[tennisfreak]

Dropped mine off at the dealer with a check engine light.

[blackbm5]

Originally Posted by tennisfreak

Dropped mine off at the dealer with a check engine light.

Check engine light already?! Let us know what happened. It's probably nothing.

[aozer]

Got a busted charge pipe fixed and a flat tire plugged. It’s been a shitty week.

[blackbm5]

Originally Posted by aozer

Got a busted charge pipe fixed and a flat tire plugged. It’s been a shitty week.

I hope that your week gets better. At the end of the day you have a beautiful M!

[vinnypuchik]

Installed stainless steel pedals to match the footrest. Gotta say it was a bit nerve racking drilling holes through the pedals

[Speedwell-Industries]

Originally Posted by vinnypuchik

Installed stainless steel pedals to match the footrest. Gotta say it was a bit nerve racking drilling holes through the pedals

Always nerve racking to drill holes in our beautiful cars!

[BEM-S4]

5050 wax is confirmed to be amazing. Also this inspection light Ray recommended at $58 from Amazon made the job a LOT easier in artificial garage light.