Basic kit

[Sean-NE]

Ok, so I've now had her detailed and sealed ahe looks great and I would like to keep her that way myself so what do I need to look a getting?
On my list I have,
Nilfisk Core 140-8,
Martin Cox Grit Guard x 2
Martin Cox 20 Litre White Detailing/Valeting Bucket x 2
Washer
Martin Cox Hydro Noodle Wash Mit
Am I just using microfiber cloths to dry her
I could do with a suggestion for a half decent foam lance please
Have I missed anything

Thanks,
Sean-f

 

[jonno_c]

Help a brother out @TheEvilGiraffe / @Bluebeard

 

[Daniel]

Drying towel; I use this and it’s amazing.

Drying Towel®

THE TIKTOK DRYING TOWEL Our 28" x 36" Drying Towel utilises the latest twist loop technology, allowing it to soak up water more efficiently over traditional microfibre towels. Instructions 1. Use with Sam's Exterior Detailer for extra pop when drying. 2. Use Sam's Microfibre Wash to prolong the...

www.samsdetailing.co.uk

Foam lance; they’re all much of a muchness. Don’t bother with a cheap eBay one they break. But a £30 Autosmart/Autoglym/branded one will be fine.

Shampoo?

Old bucket for wheel brushes.

Wheel brushes?

Tyre shine?

Trim gel?

Air freshener?

Glass cleaner / glass sealant

How far do you want to go??

 

[Lisandra1982]

You've got the main bits sorted. The two-bucket system with grit guards is spot on, and the Nilfisk is a solid washer. Really the main thing you're missing is car wash shampoo to go in those buckets—plain water won't do it. Microfiber for drying is right, just go gentle and press rather than rub. Foam lances have loads of options now that fit the Nilfisk. If you want the full rundown of getting it all working properly, I wrote it up here: https://answerlode.com/hobbies-leisure/car-detailing-starter-kit-essential-supplies/

 

[Cookson]

You've got the main bits sorted. The two-bucket system with grit guards is spot on, and the Nilfisk is a solid washer. Really the main thing you're missing is car wash shampoo to go in those buckets—plain water won't do it. Microfiber for drying is right, just go gentle and press rather than rub. Foam lances have loads of options now that fit the Nilfisk. If you want the full rundown of getting it all working properly, I wrote it up here: https://answerlode.com/hobbies-leisure/car-detailing-starter-kit-essential-supplies/

I'm sure over 15months later, they have a kit sorted.