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Building up our first detailing kit.

  • 23-10-2016 8:42pm
    #1
    Musefan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 775 ✭✭✭


    Hi,

    My partner and I decided that we would like to do our own detailing as a bit of a joint project together.

    We are used to just sticking a car through the machine at the forecourt to wash it, but we recently changed motors and this wont be happening anymore!

    So after a bit of research, could ye provide some input, advice and critique of the bits and bobs we have picked out to purchase? We have only got access to a Halfords at the moment.

    1. Autoglym Bodywork Shampoo Conditioner
    2. Squeegee, microfibre cloths, car polish applicator pads.
    3. Autoglym Clay Surface Detailing Clay Kit
    4. Turtle Wax Liquid Shine
    5. Meguiars Scratch X (to remove some very light scratches)

    Are we missing anything in particular?


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  • #2
    Curran
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,377 ✭✭✭Curran


    Start with the basics.... washing with the Two Bucket Method.
    Washing the car with a wash mitt, decent shampoo and drying with a microfiber drying towel....no sponges, chamois, water blades, etc


    From there out, build your arsenal. De-tar, clay, polish and a wax/sealant..the next time you've a few quid to spare.


  • #3
    Musefan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 775 ✭✭✭Musefan


    Hi Curran, thanks for that! I came across the two bucket method today alright! Makes a lot of sense!


  • #4
    ronnie3585
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,675 ✭✭✭ronnie3585


    To start I'd recommend two buckets, grit guards and a good quality microfibre wash mitt and drying towel. You'll save yourself a lot of time and hassle by getting your washing technique right to begin with.

    Personally, I wouldn't touch my car with a squeegee. I've used Scratch X too and found it completely useless.

    Instead of the Turtle Wax, would you consider something like Collinite 845 http://www.detailingshed.com/waxes/98-collinite-845-liquid-insulator-wax.html.

    It won't break the bank and it gets almost universal approval, don't think I've ever read a bad review about it.


  • #5
    Musefan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 775 ✭✭✭Musefan


    Ronnie3585, thanks for your suggestions. I get the message re using a drying towel only (no squeegee)

    The reviews of that Collinite look really good. I don't think we would be able to source it before the weekend, but as Curran suggested, we might pick it up when we have some more cash spare!

    Thanks!


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