Iceburg 172

[d6n]

A few months ago I bought a standard 172 in Iceburg 2002 with 55k on the clock.

Firstly, I spruced up the brake calipers. Whilst the the wheels were off I also cleaned and dressed the arches.

Products used-
Snow foam
Meguiars APC
Wire brush
Smooth Silver Hammerite metal paint
Chemical Guys New Look Trim Gel

Before:
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/DSC00523-A12.jpg
After:
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/DSC00523-A13.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/DSC00523-A14.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/DSC00523-A17.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/DSC00523-A114.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/DSC00523-A119.jpg

Next up I had a go at correcting the head light damage.

Products used-
Halfords 600, 800, 1200 grit wet and dry
DAS-6 DA
Menzerna compound, polishing, finishing pads
Menzerna Power Finish (PO203S)Menzerna Super Finish (PO106FA)
Menzerna Final Finish (PO85RD)
Zaino Z-2 Pro

Before:
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/DSC00523-A111.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/DSC00523-A115.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/DSC00523-A113.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/DSC00523-A112.jpg
After:
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/DSC00523-A118.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/DSC00523-A117.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/DSC00523-A116.jpg

I have also done the usual refinements -

Clear indicators bulb (front and rear)
182 clear side repeaters
Fabia splitter

I have also fitted a carbon effect vinyl'd front diamond

And this is how the car looks now -

http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/IMG_6570.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/IMG_6571.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/IMG_6573.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/IMG_6574.jpghttp://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/IMG_6576.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/IMG_6579.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/IMG_6581.jpg



I hate the OE alloys but didn't want to do spend a lot as this car was brought to save money. I then found a set of Rota alloys from a local Cliosport member and decided to spray them anthracite with a massive help from fellow member j8tro

Here are the alloys when I bought them, there were originally white but the face had been sprayed silver:dapprove:

http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/16082010013.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/16082010014.jpg

The alloys were sanded with various grits from 320 to 1200
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/16082010012.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/16082010015.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/16082010016.jpg

Then masked up ready to prime with Halfords Grey Primer
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/17082010017.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/17082010018.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/17082010021.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/18082010024.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/18082010025.jpg

2 coats of primer was enough for a decent coverage
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/18082010026.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/18082010027.jpg

Next step was to paint and I decided to use Halfords Anthracite wheel paint
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/19082010030.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/19082010031.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/19082010032.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/19082010034.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/19082010035.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/19082010036.jpg

The front diamond was sanded and primed ready for paint
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/18082010028.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/18082010029.jpg

The alloys are now finished, to lacquer them I used 2 coats of Halfords Heavy Duty PU Lacquer

http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/27082010045.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/27082010046.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/27082010047.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/27082010048.jpg

And fitted (not the best pic at all, only got them on yesterday)

http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/01092010055.jpg

I have got some centre caps on order from Rarerims.

I have also got the anthracite diamond fitted to match the wheels.

http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/27082010051.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/27082010050.jpg

[benj88]

Great work mate, before and after photos ftw

[Smokey]

Done a good job there Dan, you still should have got a five though. :cooter:

[d6n]

Few updates -

I've changed the interior bulbs and number plate bulbs to white LED and added a set of RS mats.

Had the Aux Belt changed at BTM Performance and fitted a set of springs

New white LED side lights -
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/09102010096.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/09102010097.jpg

Lowered pictures (phone quality) -
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/27012011162.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/27012011163.jpg

New exhaust clip -
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=avHMC0M_1j4

[J8TRO]

Looks good buddy......although I'll wait to hear your exhaust as that clip is not the best. Will look good with the new wheels :cool:

[d6n]

Looks good buddy......although I'll wait to hear your exhaust as that clip is not the best. Will look good with the new wheels :cool:

na, it's not the best, just used the phone!!

[d6n]

I've got rid of the Rota's and got a set of Turbines, from Smokey.

A few phone pics after a quick clean -

http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/27022011215.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/27022011214.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/27022011213.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/27022011212.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk105/d_6_n/27022011211.jpg

[J8TRO]

looking tasty Dannyboy. Did you do that using your new tap ;)

[d6n]

looking tasty Dannyboy. Did you do that using your new tap ;)

Haha! yes i did mate, i was a joy to wash! haha!

[Smokey]

still think you should put the centers on tho mate

[d6n]

still think you should put the centers on tho mate

you don't know what you are talking about!

[Smokey]

you don't know what you are talking about!

aha yes i do they were once mine, just put them on and take some snaps you know it makes sense