It's definitely a mess. I was concerned that so many people switching to Granger, Stephens, Chapman, etc would result in a long wait, but that was before Ford pulled this latest BS. I feel bad for those who did. Maybe that article will generate some sympathy and Ford will reverse the decision, but I doubt it.
With every screwjob in the past it seems like there’s a lot of huffing and puffing, then it dies down. This one is different. Deservedly so, they’re taking a beating, and with media now picking up the story I hope they backtrack and commit to filling reservations first.
I expected it to take some time. I didn’t expect that after 15 months of waiting, I wouldn’t have a clue what YEAR my Bronco would be coming.
People stuck on dirt mountain might disagree. But getting your VIN is the biggest highlight to this process. I think only the shipped email could beat that.
I know, I thought the same thing. I'm glad I used my thinking cap that day!
Yeah, I've got the VIN, now I need the thing it's actually stamped on!
Looks great!Took a "sick day" and got my ceramic coating done. All ready for winter now. Say what you want about it looking like a school bus but this color in the sun is awesome.
Also added some 3m PPF that I had for the rollbar (didn't need) and applied it to the door sills. My kids were going scratch the hell out of them soon.
Turned out real good and barely noticeable
Thanks! Used Carpro cquartz uk 3.0. Same stuff I had used on my Taco and it held up extremely well, like 2 years and counting. Washed it Monday with a special soap from chemical guys(clean slate I think) that strips any wax it could have had on it. Then started yesterday with a full claybar to pull any contaminates in the paint (rail dust is real). Then full wipe down with Carpro Eraser (similar to an IPA wipe) then the ceramic coating. Let it set for an hour or so and then wipe down with Carpro Reload to protect it while it cures. Glad I did it basically brand new. Needed to compound/polish the Taco first and that's half a day's work in itself. Didn't do any of the plastic bits. Might look into something specifically for them. Just did the paint and glass.
Yeah my arm and hand are really suffering this morning, haha. Worth it though and enjoy the "zone out" time
I typically do all my own detailing, but thought I would take this in for a professional job. Saw a quote in my area for $2K, so since I am already going to be claying it and having it prepped, I might as well do it.
I typically do all my own detailing, but thought I would take this in for a professional job. Saw a quote in my area for $2K, so since I am already going to be claying it and having it prepped, I might as well do it.
Did you find you had to stick to small (2x2) areas to apply or was it easy to tell when it was ready - I'm a little concerned about cooler weather coming, but hope to be able to get a nice 70 degree day with decent humidity and sunshine to bake it in early November...
