1st time PC user / black 96 Range Rover

[Quack]

well it's actually my wife's RR.
it pretty much lives outside (only have a 1 car garage and my WRX get's it ;) ) and is exposed to the elements. we bought it last year and i was able to "hide" the scratches from off-roading when i used the Zymol that i had. i was pretty content with it and it looked good.
now since getting my WRX, i want to keep it in great looking condition and noticed that the wife's RR was looking kinda sad, so what better way to test my skills by using her vehicle.

it's always had water marks since we bought it (used) got a good amount out, but there are quite a bit left on the hood only.

here's what i used:
Quik Clay , #83, #82, NXT, NXT Protectant, Hot Shine, Meg's pads/backer, PC

before:
http://archive.meguiarsonline.com/gallery/data/500/1306before_4.jpg

after:
http://archive.meguiarsonline.com/gallery/data/500/1306after_4.jpg


here's the scary gas filler area and scratches:

Before:
http://archive.meguiarsonline.com/gallery/data/500/1306Before_11.jpg

still has some fuel marks:
http://archive.meguiarsonline.com/gallery/data/500/1306after_11.jpg

some more scratches and a stain:
http://archive.meguiarsonline.com/gallery/data/500/1306before_2.jpg

stain and scratches gone (well except for the deep ones)
http://archive.meguiarsonline.com/gallery/data/500/1306after_2.jpg

here's a side with scratches, not too bad.
http://archive.meguiarsonline.com/gallery/data/500/1306before_3.jpg

after:
http://archive.meguiarsonline.com/gallery/data/500/1306after_3.jpg

here's a few reflection shots:

NXT and a deep scratch:
http://archive.meguiarsonline.com/gallery/data/500/1306NXT_Reflection1.jpg

no, this wasn't photoshopped:
http://archive.meguiarsonline.com/gallery/data/500/1306Reflection1.jpg

and full view, before the storms came in :(
http://archive.meguiarsonline.com/gallery/data/500/1306side1.jpg

[Vandelete]

Wow it looks great... do you have lowered that car?:)

[Quack]

Thanks!
yes/no. actually, it has airbags (factory) and i have it lowered on it's bump-stops. it makes it easier to work on. normal ride height is about 4" higher.

[Vandelete]

oo in that case if it is 4" higher i need a few high rocks to get the top cleaned of that car :D i am not hat tall :)

[Quack]

my Discovery is going to be a real chore. i can't get it into my garage and it's probably 5" taller than stock.

will do that makeover next weekend.

[Beercan31]

Nice job
Now that you experience I have an 03 Dakota the need some work done on it...I'll see you??? this Friday?
:D :D :D
good job

[mike_c70]

Nice work! My dad has similar scratches on his Explorer. What pads did you use for the scratches? I tried DACP with a polishing pad and it barely did anything to it.

[Quack]

polishing pads for the #83 and #82
finishing pad for NXT
Ultimate bonnet to remove the NXT

[the newbie]

great improvement.

nice job,

Rick

[Quack]

thanks!!!

i was going to try and do my Discovery today, but the weather doesn't look favorable (it won't fit in my garage :( )