Buying new stuff, need help :)

[stuart1989]

So basically, im just about to splash out on some new car cleaning/detailing stuff as i dont have much, so wondered if anyone could write me up a nice list of things, bearing in mind winter is approaching

At the moment all ive been using is:

Cold Rinse
AG Shampoo/Conditioner Wheels
AG Shampoo/Conditioner 2 Bucket Method Paintwork
Rinse
Dry (Not completely)
Aqua Wax
Simoniz Back to Black & Wheel Sealer



I know this is probably a terrible way but its all ive got or used, so if someone could write me up a list of products and the sequence that would be great

Stu

 

[alex-avfc]

It's not a bad basic method in fairness

If you're happy with AG shampoo then stick with it, theres a lot better out there though such as Duragloss 901.

With the regular aqua waxing you should have decent protection, however a good clay, polish and re-wax (or seal) would make the paintwork look a lot better.

Claying removes old dulled layers of wax, traffic film and other bonded contaminants and leaves you with a smooth fresh surface to polish so is worth doing. You could then look at having your car machine polished (reccomended) or tidy it up using Autoglym Super resin polish (which will restore some gloss and remove minor imperfections), then a good sealant or wax of your choice. This particular area is very subjective, have a look for yourself on cleanyourcar/i4detailing/chemicalguysuk websites.

Tyre gel is a must in my opinion, most use either Megauirs endurance or Blackfire, applied with a sponge applicator.

Hope that helps

 

[Justin]

Not a bad start really. I'd get a decent towel to dry. Are you using a mitt to wash?

Polish.. Unless you want to buy a machine, get some AutoGlym SRP from halfords.

Then in you're feeling flush order some Swissvax Onyx to finish off.

 

[stuart1989]

Cheers for the quick replies

Ive heard alot about claying and do plan on buying some, which is the best in your opinions? Also is cold rinsing before and inbetween shampooing each panel a good idea? After claying is it better to use a sealer or a wax, as ive read Finish Kare 1000P is suposed to be great? Also what the best wheel cleaner?

Oh and Justin, ive got a mitt for washing, a couple of microfibre cloths and a drying towel If i bought a sealer would i just apply that with a cloth yeah?

Sorry for all the questions, just a tad eager

 

[richy22]

Wheel cleaner, bilberry. Or autobrite very cherry.
Fk1000p us a sealant wax and lasts months!

 

[richy22]

Use a microfibre applicator to apply any polish/ sealant and a foam applicator for wax's and fk1000p

 

[richy22]

Oh and the process should be

Prewash (foam)
Wash
polish
seal
wax

 

[stuart1989]

Excellent Cheers for that richy, the process is where i get lost!

Decided on :

Duragloss #901 Car Wash Concentrate
Megauirs Endurance Tyre Gel
Meguiars Professional Detailing Clay - Mild
Serious Performance Quick Detailer
Finish Kare #1000P Hi Temp Sealant
Serious Performance Hydra Flexi Blade
Meguiars Hi-Tech Foam Applicator Pads

Just after something for interior and exterior glass including windscreen now?

 

[alex-avfc]

^ Good choice of products but after claying it will want polishing.

Glass I'd go with Autoglym fast glass or Meguairs glass concentrate

 

[RussZS]

Excellent Cheers for that richy, the process is where i get lost!

Decided on :

Duragloss #901 Car Wash Concentrate
Megauirs Endurance Tyre Gel
Meguiars Professional Detailing Clay - Mild
Serious Performance Quick Detailer
Finish Kare #1000P Hi Temp Sealant
Serious Performance Hydra Flexi Blade
Meguiars Hi-Tech Foam Applicator Pads

Just after something for interior and exterior glass including windscreen now?

That Megs Clay is still quite aggressive, get the SP Orange Clay, MUCH better stuff.

Also, what are you using to prep the paint before 1000P? SRP? If not, get some SP Paint Cleanser, which is epic stuff for the money and will work with 1000P.

Oh and ditch the Flexi Blade and replace with an SP Uber Drying Towel

Glass wise, you can't go wrong with the Megs Glass Cleaner Concentrate

 

[JD]

Oh and ditch the Flexi Blade and replace with an SP Uber Drying Towel

This is a must. The blades scratch. I found out the hard way