Setup for a Newbie Detailer.

Jesse.L.N · 03-26-2017, 07:39 PM

Everyone,

Do you have any recommendations for a basic washing/cleaning/detailing kit for a starter. I just want to keep my paint/wheels in good shape, but I don't want to drop my life savings into it like it seems some of you all do

BTW Not knocking anyone for spending that much time/money, obviously you're doing it right I just can't put that much into it.
Hoping to stay under $100 here!

Thanks in advance!
Jesse

Glen e · 03-26-2017, 07:55 PM

Read my links in my sig, Not only what to buy, but how to do it. And you can get away for very cheap if that's your desire. They're all numbered, read them in order, there about 3 years old and are on about 10 car sites now…...

lgx6113 · 03-26-2017, 09:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Glen e

Read my links in my sig, Not only what to buy, but how to do it. And you can get away for very cheap if that's your desire. They're all numbered, read them in order, there about 3 years old and are on about 10 car sites now…...

AGREED!

CamaroLaval · 03-26-2017, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Glen e

Read my links in my sig, Not only what to buy, but how to do it. And you can get away for very cheap if that's your desire. They're all numbered, read them in order, there about 3 years old and are on about 10 car sites now…...

Best way !

Jesse.L.N · 03-26-2017, 10:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Glen e

Read my links in my sig, Not only what to buy, but how to do it. And you can get away for very cheap if that's your desire. They're all numbered, read them in order, there about 3 years old and are on about 10 car sites now…...

Your methods seem great and i will definitely follow them to some extent, they do seem extremely in depth (like i was saying in my original post haha) but they obviously work great! Is there anything online where I could buy at least most of the things needed for this as a kit or package of any sort?

Thanks again!
Jesse

Glen e · 03-26-2017, 10:37 PM

Autogeek.net store

jingaling · 03-27-2017, 02:05 AM

If you're gonna use paste wax s100 is easy to put on and easy to take off

KirkH · 03-27-2017, 08:33 AM

Here is an essential starter kit of quality towels for $30. It's a great deal.

https://www.theragcompany.com/produc...t-starter.html

vet757 · 03-27-2017, 08:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jesse.L.N

Your methods seem great and i will definitely follow them to some extent, they do seem extremely in depth (like i was saying in my original post haha) but they obviously work great! Is there anything online where I could buy at least most of the things needed for this as a kit or package of any sort?

Thanks again!
Jesse

Most of the stuff is on amazon too...unfortunately they dont sell a Glen e kit yet

lgx6113 · 03-27-2017, 10:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jesse.L.N

Your methods seem great and i will definitely follow them to some extent, they do seem extremely in depth (like i was saying in my original post haha) but they obviously work great! Is there anything online where I could buy at least most of the things needed for this as a kit or package of any sort?

Thanks again!
Jesse

This is probably the easiest ive ever detailed a car. and the result is flawless.

Jesse.L.N · 03-28-2017, 07:59 AM

Thanks everyone for your replies! I found a good(or what looks good) Chemical Guys kit that has all the basics in it so i went ahead and pulled the trigger on that and I'm going to use some of Glens methods of washing, we'll see how it goes when i get the kit!

Jesse.L.N · 03-30-2017, 07:53 PM

If anyone was interested, heres what I got

KirkH · 03-30-2017, 08:28 PM

You did well! I like and use all of those products in my mobile detailing business.

Camar05 · 03-31-2017, 09:41 PM

While we are on the newbie detailing subject... I'm on the market for a polisher. Any of you experienced guys care to share your opinion?

From my research and budget (<$200), the choices come down to:
PC 7424
Griots 6"
Torq 10fx (my current choice)

The main reason I'm favoring the Torq10fx is because it seems most ergonomic and there is a CG package for $230 which includes pads, polish, etc.

03-26-2017, 07:39 PM	#1
Jesse.L.N Drives: 2017 Camaro 1SS A8, Hyper Blue Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 24	Setup for a Newbie Detailer. Everyone, Do you have any recommendations for a basic washing/cleaning/detailing kit for a starter. I just want to keep my paint/wheels in good shape, but I don't want to drop my life savings into it like it seems some of you all do BTW Not knocking anyone for spending that much time/money, obviously you're doing it right I just can't put that much into it. Hoping to stay under $100 here! Thanks in advance! Jesse

03-26-2017, 07:55 PM	#2
Glen e Retired from Car mfrs.... Drives: 2LT RS/HR-V Join Date: May 2013 Location: /Fort Lauderdale Posts: 10,044	Read my links in my sig, Not only what to buy, but how to do it. And you can get away for very cheap if that's your desire. They're all numbered, read them in order, there about 3 years old and are on about 10 car sites now…... __________________ Glen CLICK HERE for detailing a new car: detailing for non detailers CLICK HERE for how to rinseless CLICK HERE for EASY wheel sealant

03-26-2017, 10:37 PM	#6
Glen e Retired from Car mfrs.... Drives: 2LT RS/HR-V Join Date: May 2013 Location: /Fort Lauderdale Posts: 10,044	Autogeek.net store __________________ Glen CLICK HERE for detailing a new car: detailing for non detailers CLICK HERE for how to rinseless CLICK HERE for EASY wheel sealant

03-27-2017, 08:33 AM	#8
KirkH Drives: 2016 2SS M6 Mosaic Blk Met-SOLD Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: KY Posts: 2,934	Here is an essential starter kit of quality towels for $30. It's a great deal. https://www.theragcompany.com/produc...t-starter.html __________________ Official Detailer of CamaroFest 8 & 9 https://www.autogeekonline.net/forum...st-8-pics.html https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showt...=521655&page=1 https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showt...=547470&page=1 https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=527474 No one on Earth has detailed more Camaros. http://KirkTheDetailer.com

03-30-2017, 07:53 PM	#12
Jesse.L.N Drives: 2017 Camaro 1SS A8, Hyper Blue Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 24	If anyone was interested, heres what I got Attached Images

03-27-2017, 02:05 AM	#7
jingaling Drives: 2016 Camaro 1LT V6 MT Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 127	If you're gonna use paste wax s100 is easy to put on and easy to take off

03-28-2017, 07:59 AM	#11
Jesse.L.N Drives: 2017 Camaro 1SS A8, Hyper Blue Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 24	Thanks everyone for your replies! I found a good(or what looks good) Chemical Guys kit that has all the basics in it so i went ahead and pulled the trigger on that and I'm going to use some of Glens methods of washing, we'll see how it goes when i get the kit!

03-30-2017, 08:28 PM	#13
KirkH Drives: 2016 2SS M6 Mosaic Blk Met-SOLD Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: KY Posts: 2,934	You did well! I like and use all of those products in my mobile detailing business. __________________ Official Detailer of CamaroFest 8 & 9 https://www.autogeekonline.net/forum...st-8-pics.html https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showt...=521655&page=1 https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showt...=547470&page=1 https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=527474 No one on Earth has detailed more Camaros. http://KirkTheDetailer.com

03-31-2017, 09:41 PM	#14
Camar05 Drives: NGM '16 2LT A8 Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Sin City, NV Posts: 175	While we are on the newbie detailing subject... I'm on the market for a polisher. Any of you experienced guys care to share your opinion? From my research and budget (<$200), the choices come down to: PC 7424 Griots 6" Torq 10fx (my current choice) The main reason I'm favoring the Torq10fx is because it seems most ergonomic and there is a CG package for $230 which includes pads, polish, etc.

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