Car cleaning/detailing

[Cerrone]

Ok so I used to wash my car old Clio weekly and it did look good but now I'm reading more about detailing and I love it! Not sure what the best ways are or how to do it right but il get there! I'm looking at getting my new car in the next week or so and just trying to get some detailing stuff ready. I quite like the sound of dodo juice I dno y just sounds good tbf. So what would people on here do? What brand to go for? What to get? I want shampoo, wax, clay, polish and a machine polisher the full works! Any help or tips welcome! Thank you!:approve:

 

[TheEvilGiraffe]

http://www.cliosport.net/forum/forumdisplay.php?78-Car-Detailing

 

[TheEvilGiraffe]

OK.. OK... who moved this as I posted :rasp:

 

[riz]

Dont get carried away and stick to a few core decent products. Dont keep buying buying pap.

 

[clancy]

one of these two is a very good start, basicly everything you need:
http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/..._productId_782885_langId_-1_categoryId_165671
http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/..._productId_166211_langId_-1_categoryId_165671

i have the second one, the £53 one with a few extra bits and its amazing. theyv got different stuff in them so just depends on what you want really. but there extreamly good value for money, well worth it

 

[yellowbelly]

Personally I wouldn't just jump straight in like you appear to be wanting to do. Get on a good product website I.e. I4detailing, cleanyourcar etc and start with getting the basics (buckets. Wash mitts, shampoo, drying towel).

However if you do really want to go and buy everything then again these sites will assist you as they are well laid out and give a short description of the product.

If you are keen to get the lot what's your budget likely to be?

 

[JD]

one of these two is a very good start, basicly everything you need:
http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/..._productId_782885_langId_-1_categoryId_165671
http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/..._productId_166211_langId_-1_categoryId_165671

i have the second one, the £53 one with a few extra bits and its amazing. theyv got different stuff in them so just depends on what you want really. but there extreamly good value for money, well worth it

I would disagree. There are better products out there. These kits always contain products you won't use more than once, usually because you find out there are better options. So they can be a waste of money.

I would suggest you start with the simple processes. "Detailing" covers such a wide range of products, techniques and processes.

So let's start at the beginning, i.e. preventing swirls - what do you currently use for washing and drying?

 

[Gally]

Good luck JD.

And to the OP stay off DW if you value your income, it's a health hazard.

 

[JD]

I have more time on my hands at this time of year (the art of delegation) so am happy to write more.

Love the fact that Alan, AR, Paul and Markie have fooked off!

 

[Gally]

Pmsl, I don't even think Ali knows where this section is anymore.

I'll get posting again once the weather improves, the car is a disgrace at the moment.

 

[Cerrone]

Well on my old Clio I always used supergard which wernt to bad, and I used a sponge, and a drying towel! I have about £200

 

[JD]

Ouch.

OK, first, throw the sponge and Superguard out.

Secondly, follow the links to your new setup;

Wash Mitt - http://www.i4detailing.co.uk/acatalog/Sonus_Genuine_Wool_Car_Wash_Mitt_1.html
Shampoo - http://www.i4detailing.co.uk/acatalog/Dodo_Juice_Born_To_be_Mild_Shampoo_1.html
+ at least two cheapo buckets.
Drying towel - http://www.i4detailing.co.uk/acatalog/I4D_Uber_Premium_Drying_Towel_1.html

That will take a minimal amount of you budget. Next would be best to look at clay kits, polish, wax/sealant and trim. Wheels as well.

 

[todd100]

i am in the same position mate, JD and everyone on here have been very help full. have a look on polished bliss there are some really good guides

btw if you have any doubts about anything (i did) start off with the simple things and you will already see the difference

 

[Cerrone]

Yea I am really liking the dodo juice stuff! Is it good?

 

[Ali]

I have more time on my hands at this time of year (the art of delegation) so am happy to write more.

Love the fact that Alan, AR, Paul and Markie have fooked off!

Pmsl, I don't even think Ali knows where this section is anymore.

I'll get posting again once the weather improves, the car is a disgrace at the moment.

lol. No no, i'm just a summer detailer...Infact i can't even call myself that!

My winter washing technique consists of - The Polish folk on the 3rd level of the Bon Accord Centre! Yassss!

 

[JD]

Flol Highlander Detailingz R US.

Happy NY and all that.

 

[Ali]

You too boyo!

 

[Cerrone]

I want a really shinny car!

 

[Ali]

Then get polishing! No point in buyin expensive sealants/waxes etc if you've not done the ground work.

 

[Cerrone]

I would but ent even got a car yet will be getting it as soon as the right one is for sale!!

 

[todd100]

I would but ent even got a car yet will be getting it as soon as the right one is for sale!!

bit of a pointless threat atm then or are you buying stuf before? because different sealents etc will be better for different colours

 

[JD]

bit of a pointless thread

Lol.

Sealants are fine with any colour. It will take a real keen bean to spot the difference.

 

[todd100]

It will take a real keen bean to spot the difference.

that will be me soon and how come you reccomend different products to different people?

 

[JD]

I don't?

 

[Ali]

Sealants don't make a blind hit of difference for colours. Some have different chemicals in them which will boost the flake (usually more oil based)

 

[Gally]

Different needs. Not everyone needs the same products and the only reason I still detail is to try new products!

Jd is always recommeding the same stuff Toddnoob.

 

[todd100]

I don't?

my bad, i think i have been reading too many threads today

 

[JD]

my bad, i think i have been starting too many threads since October 2010

 

[todd100]

i have started one today i think

edit yes one detailing thread today

 

[Cerrone]

I'm buying stuff before so I'm ready and gives me sumthink to do with the car!