Where to start?

Discussion in 'Car Detailing Product Discussion' started by Ace14, May 13, 2010.

  1. Ace14

    Ace14 Virgin Detailer

    Hey guys after lurking here for a few days I decided to join this awesome site. This place is full of knowledge and experience so I figured what better place to ask this (rather complicated) question. I have a 97 Corvette and a Harley truck that I always keep in great shape. I have been using (with great success) Zaino products, however I noticed they dont completely remove swirls. So after some research I realized I really need a wheel and some products to g along. So guys here is the question, help me make a shopping list. First off I figured the porter cable 7424xp was a good start for beginners, but what brand pads and polishes/compounds would you guys recommend. I was thinking ether the Adams or the Mequires. I still plan on using the Zaino for the top coat or 2 what do you guys think about that? I know this is a lot so I guess the best thing would be give me a good beginner shopping list assuming I have nothing and I can work from there. Thanks in advance for your guys time and Im very excited to here what you guys have to say.:thumb:
     
  2. luke093

    luke093 Welcome to Detailing

    So are you looking for paint only? Or dressings, car shampoo, cleaners etc?
     
  3. Ace14

    Ace14 Virgin Detailer

    Well everything but right this moment specifically paint..... I already use the zaino leather stuff and it works great and the carpets are black so i just vacuum them haha. Including the wheel I'm looking to spend 350ish so give me a list..... What would be the best way to spend my $350?
     
  4. luke093

    luke093 Welcome to Detailing

    Well, Im going to spend around that much soon too :) Well, this is my plan:

    Polishes- M105, M205 (maybe invest in some PO85RD too?)
    Pads- Lake Country 5.5 Flat (2x Orange, 2x White, 2xBlack)
    Wheel Cleaner- Brown Royal
    Sealant- Collinite IW845 and/or Menzerna Power Lock
    Wax-Lusso Oro *Completely unnecessary, so again optional*
    Clay-?? Clay Magic Blue?? (I'm going to get Ricardo, but its illegal in USA)
    Lube- ONR or Meguiars Last Touch 1:1
    QD- Meguiars Last Touch
    Tire/trim Dressing- NO IDEA! I still need help with this one
    Shampoo- CG Glossworkz!
    Brushes!! RG Wheel Brush 28mm, RG XL

    Thats around $250 so far without the wax. I'll let others help too.
    I think that should get you nicely set up!
     

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