# New here - any pro detailers? **URL:** \ **Category:** Shift518 Automotive\ **Created:** [June 26, 2009, 5:46pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-here-any-pro-detailers/245042 "2009-06-26T17:46:38Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Mark355](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/mark355/32/6528_2.png) [@Mark355](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Mark355)\ **Post date:** [June 26, 2009, 5:46pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-here-any-pro-detailers/245042/1 "2009-06-26T17:46:38Z")
Hey guys I’m in Troy and found this place via google when searching for local detailers. I just bought an 06 S2000. It has these spots on the hood that I can’t get out–tried washing, claying, waxing, bug/tar remover and even rubbing compound. View pictures of the damage here: [http://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=708921](http://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=708921) Took the car to Number One Autobody in South Troy a few days ago and was told it was tree sap and the hood will need a full respray. :eek2 I’m guessing the previous owner/dealer parked it under a tree and then let it bake in the sun. Anyway, I’m not comfortable with a porter cable/buffer yet. I thought before I go the expensive and drastic route of a respray I would see if there was anyone local who was experienced with paint correction and could maybe help me out? I need someone who has tackled serious defects like this (sap, scratches, swirls, etc). As I said, I already tried the obvious things. I will pay well for quality work. PM me or something. ---
**Author:** ![Wayne64SS](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/wayne64ss/32/6365_2.png) [@Wayne64SS](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Wayne64SS)\ **Post date:** [June 26, 2009, 6:12pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-here-any-pro-detailers/245042/2 "2009-06-26T18:12:53Z")
sucks man, saps a bitch! good luck with it bro. ---
**Author:** ![Boost\_Creep](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/boost_creep/32/6366_2.png) [@Boost\_Creep](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Boost_Creep)\ **Post date:** [June 26, 2009, 6:16pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-here-any-pro-detailers/245042/3 "2009-06-26T18:16:00Z")
I can attempt to get it out… I’m in East Greenbush. I had to paint correct my Black Supra. ---
**Author:** ![Jammer](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/jammer/32/6349_2.png) [@Jammer](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Jammer)\ **Post date:** [June 26, 2009, 6:19pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-here-any-pro-detailers/245042/4 "2009-06-26T18:19:50Z")
NOT KRAMMER . I think he like the look of sap … lol ---
**Author:** ![Mk4\_30R\_Ban](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/mk4_30r_ban/32/6347_2.png) [@Mk4\_30R\_Ban](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Mk4_30R_Ban)\ **Post date:** [June 26, 2009, 6:37pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-here-any-pro-detailers/245042/5 "2009-06-26T18:37:10Z")
OMGSIIK on here has a black AP2, is also on S2Ki. name is eldrid and his car is always perfect. ---
**Author:** ![OMGSIIK](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/omgsiik/32/6489_2.png) [@OMGSIIK](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/OMGSIIK)\ **Post date:** [June 27, 2009, 6:23am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-here-any-pro-detailers/245042/6 "2009-06-27T06:23:36Z")
> [@SOLD](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/sold/19248/15): > > OMGSIIK on here has a black AP2, is also on S2Ki. name is eldrid and his car is always perfect. Wow… I wish there were more times that I could have said that. Black is such a pain… it’s only perfect for 10 seconds and then dust gets on it. I guess one has to see how bad the sap is. PS… Just read the first post. I want to see this S2k, but looks like alot of the s2ki guys are saying respray ☹ ---
**Author:** ![CustomLowz](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/customlowz/32/6279_2.png) [@CustomLowz](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/CustomLowz)\ **Post date:** [June 27, 2009, 7:19am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-here-any-pro-detailers/245042/7 "2009-06-27T07:19:11Z")
> [@hiring: best part time job Evar! lot guy / detailer](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/hiring-best-part-time-job-evar-lot-guy-detailer/19881/17): > > Hey guys > > I’m in Troy and found this place via google when searching for local detailers. I just bought an 06 S2000. It has these spots on the hood that I can’t get out–tried washing, claying, waxing, bug/tar remover and even rubbing compound. View pictures of the damage here: [Spots on hood - S2KI Honda S2000 Forums](http://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=708921) > > Took the car to Number One Autobody in South Troy a few days ago and was told it was tree sap and the hood will need a full respray. :eek2 > > I’m guessing the previous owner/dealer parked it under a tree and then let it bake in the sun. Anyway, I’m not comfortable with a porter cable/buffer yet. I thought before I go the expensive and drastic route of a respray I would see if there was anyone local who was experienced with paint correction and could maybe help me out? I need someone who has tackled serious defects like this (sap, scratches, swirls, etc). As I said, I already tried the obvious things. > > I will pay well for quality work. PM me or something. Contact Ryan ([kramerbuccs24](http://shift518.gom-host.com/member.php?u=436)) on the site. He has detailed alot of the vehicles on the board, especially a few of mine. ---
**Author:** ![kramerbuccs24](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/kramerbuccs24/32/6397_2.png) [@kramerbuccs24](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/kramerbuccs24)\ **Post date:** [June 27, 2009, 10:40am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-here-any-pro-detailers/245042/8 "2009-06-27T10:40:35Z")
> [@my workout woes](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/my-workout-woes/19904/25): > > NOT KRAMMER . I think he like the look of sap … lol Well ya still owe me $60 from the Hummer so we’re good :thumbup :lol Mark, here are a few examples of what I can do: ![http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/ff31/kramerbuccs24/lagan%20m35x/CIMG5071.jpg](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/uploads/speedlife/original/3X/f/3/f3f3d193c6b666d904c7a78177e9b5cf4628ed37.jpeg) ![http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/ff31/kramerbuccs24/lagan%20m35x/CIMG5072.jpg](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/uploads/speedlife/original/3X/e/9/e977232b89fe927e65a1803ba6481c7e46c83b34.jpeg) (Taped off right side and detailed left for before/after comparison) ![http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/ff31/kramerbuccs24/lagan%20m35x/CIMG5080.jpg](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/uploads/speedlife/original/3X/c/f/cf87ed869db19de8252c2df767785dbc9a75a153.jpeg) ![http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/ff31/kramerbuccs24/lagan%20m35x/CIMG5090.jpg](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/uploads/speedlife/original/3X/5/a/5afd1060d5cc185e59aa373135b8fd9be5729354.jpeg) ![http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/ff31/kramerbuccs24/lagan%20m35x/CIMG5088.jpg](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/uploads/speedlife/original/3X/1/9/19e7eceffc97c46847e68f4d3c8089da931a077f.jpeg) ![http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/ff31/kramerbuccs24/car%20detailing/314a02cf.jpg](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/uploads/speedlife/original/3X/9/c/9c81ebad2847fd04c78ab14235d0ae5feec56448.jpeg) ![http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/ff31/kramerbuccs24/car%20detailing/c8b74f94.jpg](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/uploads/speedlife/original/3X/c/c/cc998265a3496cc5a8c1ecac602cc5ce5e7bc550.jpeg) I’ve obviously detailed plenty more cars, these are just some of the only cars I bothered to take pictures of (I am in no way a photographer) Let me know if you’re interested :thumbup -Ryan ---
**Author:** ![dc2nick](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/dc2nick/32/6289_2.png) [@dc2nick](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/dc2nick)\ **Post date:** [June 27, 2009, 3:48pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-here-any-pro-detailers/245042/9 "2009-06-27T15:48:09Z")
i could just sell you my silver stone hood. lol once i buy a CF one. ---
**Author:** ![ninety1two40](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/ninety1two40/32/6332_2.png) [@ninety1two40](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ninety1two40)\ **Post date:** [June 27, 2009, 5:07pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-here-any-pro-detailers/245042/10 "2009-06-27T17:07:58Z")
> [@hiring: best part time job Evar! lot guy / detailer](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/hiring-best-part-time-job-evar-lot-guy-detailer/19881/17): > > Hey guys > > I’m in Troy and found this place via google when searching for local detailers. I just bought an 06 S2000. It has these spots on the hood that I can’t get out–tried washing, claying, waxing, bug/tar remover and even rubbing compound. View pictures of the damage here: [Spots on hood - S2KI Honda S2000 Forums](http://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=708921) > > Took the car to Number One Autobody in South Troy a few days ago and was told it was tree sap and the hood will need a full respray. :eek2 > > I’m guessing the previous owner/dealer parked it under a tree and then let it bake in the sun. Anyway, I’m not comfortable with a porter cable/buffer yet. I thought before I go the expensive and drastic route of a respray I would see if there was anyone local who was experienced with paint correction and could maybe help me out? I need someone who has tackled serious defects like this (sap, scratches, swirls, etc). As I said, I already tried the obvious things. > > I will pay well for quality work. PM me or something. Mark355 = Mark+HVCC= Mark Jones? :eek ---
**Author:** ![Mark355](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/mark355/32/6528_2.png) [@Mark355](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Mark355)\ **Post date:** [June 27, 2009, 7:00pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-here-any-pro-detailers/245042/11 "2009-06-27T19:00:53Z")
Thanks guys for your responses and PMs. I also posted on Craigslist asking for a paint pro but judging from the messages/spam I’ve received from there, I’d sooner trust one of you guys on my car. Things are a little busy this week and into next but I’ll probably be contacting one of you pretty soon. > [@anyone go to car auctions?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/anyone-go-to-car-auctions/19942/4): > > Mark355 = Mark+HVCC= Mark Jones? :eek Whoa it’s Steve-o! Didn’t know you posted here. Man your 240 is sick. Silvia front end? I can’t handle the JDMness. > [@Whats your Favorite Beer V. Heavy beers only](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/whats-your-favorite-beer-v-heavy-beers-only/19918/19): > > I want to see this S2k, but looks like alot of the s2ki guys are saying respray Here you go bro. It’s an 06 in silverstone over black/red. Stopped today on a quiet road for those exterior shots. Once the weather looks up I’ll do a proper photoshoot. CR sidemarkers and front bumper-plugs are on order (anyone know the penalty for running without a front tag?). I’d also like to get a hardtop next year. ---
**Author:** ![ninety1two40](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/ninety1two40/32/6332_2.png) [@ninety1two40](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ninety1two40)\ **Post date:** [June 27, 2009, 7:24pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-here-any-pro-detailers/245042/12 "2009-06-27T19:24:26Z")
> [@FS: 18'' Konig tuner2's w/ Kumho tires](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/fs-18-konig-tuner2s-w-kumho-tires/19826/14): > > Whoa it’s Steve-o! Didn’t know you posted here. Man your 240 is sick. Silvia front end? I can’t handle the JDMness. Haha yeah I’ve been on here for a little while. Nice car though, wow! I always liked the look of the S2ks with the long hood ect, but never understood why they just couldnt put a nice straight 6 motor in it, all that room in the engine bay goes to waste with the airbox! :lol ---
**Author:** ![Mark355](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/mark355/32/6528_2.png) [@Mark355](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Mark355)\ **Post date:** [June 27, 2009, 7:37pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-here-any-pro-detailers/245042/13 "2009-06-27T19:37:48Z")
Yeah, this car is all about high revs. This is actually an F22 which only goes to 8k. The F20 in the AP1s goes to 9k. Insane. ![http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2006-10/1221781/Vtec_just_kicked_in_yo_asia.jpg](http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2006-10/1221781/Vtec_just_kicked_in_yo_asia.jpg) ---
**Author:** ![dc2nick](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/dc2nick/32/6289_2.png) [@dc2nick](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/dc2nick)\ **Post date:** [June 28, 2009, 7:16am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-here-any-pro-detailers/245042/14 "2009-06-28T07:16:11Z")
Nice lookin AP2. Check out my AP1 sometime. good luck with the hood tho… lmk how much the respray costs if u go that route ---
**Author:** ![d\_gage](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/d_gage/32/6321_2.png) [@d\_gage](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/d_gage)\ **Post date:** [June 28, 2009, 8:29am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-here-any-pro-detailers/245042/15 "2009-06-28T08:29:41Z")
Needs to be painted man, The $500 that guy quoted you isn’t bad, but i would want my fenders blended also and not just the hood done. It may look ok with just having the hood painted, but silver/Grey metallics usually suck for a good color match. Good luck with whatever you do, that car is beautiful! ---
**Author:** ![Alpine](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/4da419/32.png) [@Alpine](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Alpine)\ **Post date:** [June 29, 2009, 9:28am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-here-any-pro-detailers/245042/16 "2009-06-29T09:28:06Z")
Looks like whatever it is has baked into the clearcoat. Unfortunately your only option at that point would be to respray. ---
**Author:** ![OMGSIIK](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/omgsiik/32/6489_2.png) [@OMGSIIK](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/OMGSIIK)\ **Post date:** [June 29, 2009, 10:32am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-here-any-pro-detailers/245042/17 "2009-06-29T10:32:08Z")
Looks like a clean 06 bro. Nice color combo as well. Check out the Upstate NY forums on [S2ki.com](http://S2ki.com). There are a few s2k owners, including myself and DC2Nick that post on there. ---
**Author:** ![Alpine](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/a/4da419/32.png) [@Alpine](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Alpine)\ **Post date:** [June 29, 2009, 11:12am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-here-any-pro-detailers/245042/18 "2009-06-29T11:12:57Z")
![http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a79/wonderwes/vtec_yo.jpg](http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a79/wonderwes/vtec_yo.jpg) ---
**Author:** ![GATVILLE](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/gatville/32/6362_2.png) [@GATVILLE](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/GATVILLE)\ **Post date:** [June 29, 2009, 12:38pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-here-any-pro-detailers/245042/19 "2009-06-29T12:38:13Z")
> [@Best Place for an Auto Loan?](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/best-place-for-an-auto-loan/19922/15): > > Yeah, this car is all about high revs. This is actually an F22 which only goes to 8k. The F20 in the AP1s goes to 9k. Insane. mark jones!? :thumbup hvcc pimpin maynnee ---
**Author:** ![Mark355](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/mark355/32/6528_2.png) [@Mark355](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Mark355)\ **Post date:** [June 29, 2009, 8:14pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/new-here-any-pro-detailers/245042/20 "2009-06-29T20:14:12Z")
> [@opinion's wanted: $5k to buy car](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/opinions-wanted-5k-to-buy-car/19973/18): > > mark jones!? :thumbup hvcc pimpin maynnee Yo J Plat, “D-town Pimpin” goes HARD in my s2k. Keep the trunk popped.