[B's04gt]

well brokenweasel actually did. Time for me to start gathering my stuff piece by piece.. Help me add, remove, and replace anything you think isnt worth the money or could get something better for my money. Also, after reading many of the how-to's and watching all the videos I think I have the order down..

Wash (car, rims, tires, etc.)
Claybar
Wax
The sealant?

Help me get on track. Heres my list and help make changes.

Detailing List:

From Detailers Doamin..
·(1) Porter Cable 7424XP with Meguiar’s M105/M205 (specify 2 orange, two blue, one green pad (5 come with the kit))
- http://www.detailersdomain.com/Porte...dle_p_307.html

·(4) Uber All-purpose microfibers (atleast 4.)
- http://www.detailersdomain.com/_c_89.html

·(1) Uber Green Pad 5.5"
- http://www.detailersdomain.com/_c_192.html

·(1) Uber small blue applicator pad (for applying 303 protectant to things)
- http://www.detailersdomain.com/_c_94.html

·(1) Wash Mitt (From anywhere just needs to be soft)

From Walmart/Autozone/etc..
·(2) 1 Gallon Buckets (for wash and rinse)

·(2) Bucket Inserts (Keep dirt and whatever else at the bottom of the bucket.)
- http://www.detailersdomain.com/Grit-Guard_p_81.html

·(2) Mothers wheel and tire cleaner
- Mothers/24 oz. back-to-black tire shine (06924) | Tire Shine | AutoZone.com
- Mothers/8 oz. chrome liquid polish (05208) | Polish | AutoZone.com

·(1) Sonax Gloss Shampoo
- http://www.detailersdomain.com/Sonax...ter_p_337.html

·(1) Menzerna Powerlock (Sealant)
- http://www.detailersdomain.com/searc...=9&search.y=14

·(1) stiff bristle brush for wheels, tires and carpet.
- AutoZone/Detailing wheel brush (AZC0BE) | Car Wash and Interior Brush | AutoZone.com

·(1) 70% Isopropyl alcohol
- Walmart.com: Dop: First Aid Antiseptic Isopropyl Rubbing Alcohol, 16 fl oz: Medicine Cabinet

·(1) gallon distilled water (for diluting products)

From Home Depot..
·(1) Gallon of Zep Citrus degreaser
- 128 oz. Citrus Heavy-Duty Degreaser-ZUCIT128 at The Home Depot

·(2) $.98 spray bottles with
- 32 oz. Spray Bottle-F80HD24 at The Home Depot

·(1) Halogen Work light, you can buy one for cheap or 2 on a stand for about $30
- Twin Head 1,200-Watt Halogen Work Light-553-143 at The Home Depot

Thanks guys!!

[sikedsyko]

I would add some Sonax Gloss Shampoo to your detailers domain order and drop the Meguiars. Its a wash soap.

Don't get those home depot spray bottles either. I had 3 of them, 1 broke during the first car I detailed with it, 1 broke on the 3rd car I detailed. I threw the 3rd one away after that happened. Currently I'm using some $2 ones from walmart. They're pretty cheap feeling, but so far they haven't broken on me One day I'll pick up some Kwazaars.

Also, for a sealant, add Menzerna Powerlock to that DD.com order. I love the stuff.

Menzerna Power Lock Sheeting - YouTube

Menzerna Power Lock Sheeting - YouTube

[B's04gt]

That look better?

What kind of lighting do you use to check for swirls etc..

[sikedsyko]

I have the Wal Mart version of those Craftsman lights you're looking at. But I would go with the crafstman. I only bought the Wally World's cause Home Depot was sold out of the craftsmans.

[B's04gt]

Do you think thats enough light to do some proper paint correction??

Edit: also, is there any difference between color of clay bars? Which brand should I go with?

[sikedsyko]

It's plenty of light to do paint correction. I've done paint correction underneath a canopy during the middle of the day. With those lights.

But a garage is the best place to do it, if you have access to it. Or working at night.

[B's04gt]

Originally Posted by sikedsyko It's plenty of light to do paint correction. I've done paint correction underneath a canopy during the middle of the day. With those lights. But a garage is the best place to do it, if you have access to it. Or working at night.

I do have access to a garage and will do all my detailing in there

I can't wait to get started!!

[brokenweasel]

That list looks like shit! you have it all wrong!

Green pad + M205 = It looks like you are getting 2 orange, 2 green and 2 blue right? I think I'm reading that right.
I would also consider swapping out a wash mitt for a $2 grout sponge from a hardware store, they work well and are cheap, and will probably save you from more scratches than a cheap mitt. I know I always used more pressure with a mitt.

I've had good luck with the home depot spray bottles, I have 6 of them now. I had the top pop off one but I pushed it back on and its been fine ever since The only problem I could see someone having is that they aren't super easy to adjust, but it only takes one spray to see where they're at. The dilution ratio's on the side are great though.

[dannyboy281]

Hey man gerbig has his PCXP 7424 with a 5" lake country backing plate and a new Surbuf pad for sale. He is selling it for $90 plus $10 shipping thata a really good price man and you will save some cash this way

[B's04gt]

Originally Posted by brokenweasel That list looks like shit! you have it all wrong! Green pad + M205 = It looks like you are getting 2 orange, 2 green and 2 blue right? I think I'm reading that right. I would also consider swapping out a wash mitt for a $2 grout sponge from a hardware store, they work well and are cheap, and will probably save you from more scratches than a cheap mitt. I know I always used more pressure with a mitt. I've had good luck with the home depot spray bottles, I have 6 of them now. I had the top pop off one but I pushed it back on and its been fine ever since The only problem I could see someone having is that they aren't super easy to adjust, but it only takes one spray to see where they're at. The dilution ratio's on the side are great though.

Really a sponge would be better? I have always used a mitt.. Also, yes you are reading that right about all the pads. 2 of each. I think I'll go with those spray bottles their so cheap.

Originally Posted by dannyboy281 Hey man gerbig has his PCXP 7424 with a 5" lake country backing plate and a new Surbuf pad for sale. He is selling it for $90 plus $10 shipping thata a really good price man and you will save some cash this way

How's that compare to the one I have up there? Also, would all that work with it??

[dannyboy281]

Dude its the exact same polisher man. you would then just need to do then is get a pack of pads and polishes. And yes its at a very good price man you would be saving like $80 man even if you go get the same polishes and pads after, if you get the porter cable 7424 xp from gerbig instead of the kit you posted

[B's04gt]

Originally Posted by dannyboy281 Dude its the exact same polisher man. you would then just need to do then is get a pack of pads and polishes. And yes its at a very good price man you would be saving like $80 man if you get the porter cable 7424 xp could from gerbig.

Alright, I'll take your word for it being good. I'll talk to him about it.. His post says 110$ shipped..

Also, what brand of clay would you suggest??

[dannyboy281]

I posted it for sale for him on detailing bliss we decided to lower the price on it today man. PM him man tell him I told you about it I suggest the claymagic fine grade or the uber clay kit or you can get the mothers clay kit man its available locally and works really well. I use the mothers on clients vehicle's. I use the claymagic fine grade on my personal vehicles..I also know alot of guys like the uber clay kit. There is other clays like zaino, sonus, and bilt hammer which are bit more expensive but work really well.

[B's04gt]

You have been so much help!

Repp'd

I'll PM him now

[dannyboy281]

No problem man. Glad to help bro let me know if you have anymore questions

[B's04gt]

Just want to make sure I have the order right on applying all the products..

[dannyboy281]

Looks good to me man you will need a drying microfiber the uber ultra plush drying towel is a good one. Also I suggest for pads you get some subufs for m105 and as for the uber pad pack get 2 greens two blues and one black and get the surbufs for compounding

[B's04gt]

Sweet will do

[dannyboy281]

Sounds good man will you let me know if your going to want his polisher, that way I can post that its sold on Detailing Bliss, thanks bro.

[B's04gt]

I pm'd him about it.


I'll let you know by tomorrow