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Old Feb 3, 2024 | 10:26 PM
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Accomplished some paint correction and ceramic coating on this 20 year paint, with great results!
now for some tires….
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Looks great! What did you use for the correction?
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Throw a ceramic coating on to see some more metallic pop!
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Old Feb 4, 2024 | 12:25 PM
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Looks AWESOME!
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That is one beautiful shine on your car. Well done.
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Nice job. Looks great!
What kind of tires are you planning on? I'm going to need a set on my 03.
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