FULL CORRECTION
CORRECTION, REFLECTION, PROTECTION
OVERVIEW
The FULL CORRECTION is the top tier of our signature PRESERVATION service. This service is ideal for neglected vehicles with severe defects (barn finds) or any vehicle in need of a stunning, best-of-show finish. Achieve 80% to 90% defect removal with our premium 2 step correction. A heavier compound removes deep scratches, a fine polish restores the finish, and specialized ceramic coatings are applied to the entire vehicle for maximum reflection and protection. For details on the decontamination wash and ceramic coating processes, please CLICK HERE.
DUE TO THE SENSITIVE NATURE OF PAINT CORRECTION AND CERAMIC COATINGS, A SUITABLE WORKING ENVIRONMENT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE. IF AVAILABLE TO WORK IN, A GARAGE OR SHOP AT THE CUSTOMER’S LOCATION IS IDEAL. If an indoor space is not available, we have to rely on suitable weather to perform the service, which may require extended wait times or rescheduling, especially during the Winter. Rain, snow, excessive cold, heat, or wind are all unsuitable conditions for this service. If the weather conditions are right, with no rain or extreme temperatures on the forecast for at least 1 full day afterwards, we can perform the service outside. We’ll set up a 12x12 canopy to work under to block the sun and maintain ideal paint temperatures. This service can take up to 2 days to complete based on paint conditions.
Prices start at $2,200 and increase based on size of the vehicle.
INSPECTION
Our paint correction is focused on safety and preservation. Instead of blindly putting a polisher on the paint until it looks good, we take steps to ensure a quality correction is achieved without compromising the integrity of the surfaces. If possible, we’ll perform the inspection with the customer on site to discuss the service, address any specific issues, and determine if a 1 or 2 step correction is the better option based on the condition of the paint.
PAINT DEPTH GAUGE
As with every service, a preliminary inspection is performed to give us an idea of what we’re working with. To start, we use a paint depth gauge on several areas around the car to to measure how thick the paint is. Most paint jobs have an average thickness of around 4 - 7 mils. If the paint is at or below 3 mils, polishing may not be possible due to the excessive risk of burn through.
PAINT LIGHT
Once we’ve established a sufficient paint thickness, we’ll thoroughly inspect the condition of the paint with a dedicated color specific paint inspection light. With sufficient lighting, scratches and swirls are much easier to see. We’ll notify you of any defects that appear to be too severe to be fully removed. Remember, a 1 step correction removes light to moderate swirls and restores the finish, whereas the 2 step correction has the ability to attack deeper scratches with a heavier cut compound and wool pad.
TEST SPOT
Since this service involves a 2 step correction, we have more flexibility with our pad and liquid combinations and can achieve higher quality results. Instead of choosing one combo that gives both moderate defect removal and high finishing capabilities, we split up the paint correction into 2 steps: one focused solely on heavy defect removal, and one focused solely on refining the finish. This method allows us to achieve better results for both tasks. For example: with a blue wool pad and blue compound, scratches are removed much more effectively, but a slightly hazy finish is left behind as a result. Afterwards, a yellow foam pad and yellow polish refines the finish and restores maximum gloss. Every paint job is different, so we’ll do some testing to find which 2 step correction provides the best results.
PAINT CORRECTION
Once the inspection and test spot are complete, we can begin polishing the rest of the vehicle. This is a slow and repetitive process that can take hours. We’ll stick with the same pad and liquid combo that we determined during the test spot and work the entire vehicle, one panel at a time.
EDGE WORK
With a small, 1 inch faced polisher, we’ll focus on polishing all the areas that our full size polisher will not fit. Peaks, valleys, edges, and hard to reach areas are all addressed. Our 1 inch polisher, unlike the full size random orbital machine, has the ability to polish in a rotary action, allowing us to polish very precisely right up to tight edges.
FULL PANELS
Once the edge work is complete, we move on to polishing the remainder of the vehicle with our full size random orbital machine. The process involves polishing a 2X2 section at a time, wiping off the residue, inspecting the work, reapplying as needed, and regularly blowing off residue from the polishing pad.
CERAMIC COATING
After the paint correction is complete, a 50/50 isopropyl alcohol and water mixture is used for a final wipe down to remove any remaining polishing oils and residue. Ceramic coatings are applied to the paint, wheels, chrome, glass, and trim. For details on the entire ceramic coating process, please CLICK HERE.