gatesy0093 Posted October 21, 2012 Report Share Posted October 21, 2012 So im fairly new to the whole detailing thing, got some basic stuff and was just wondering whats the best methods / order to do everything in.Heres what i got:Pressure washerStuff for 2BM (Wash mit, triple wax shampoo...)Halfords blue polishTurtle waxplenty of MF towelsmight also buy a snow foam extra for the pressure washer, was just wondering what would be the best snow foam to use and whats the pros / cons of using one also when to use it.Cheers guys Joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tobs23 Posted October 21, 2012 Report Share Posted October 21, 2012 that sounds like you have got the basics. but id get rid of the triple wax shampoo and use something like Meguires gold class or Auto Glym shampoo... just something that is not too acidic and strips the wax off. make sure you stick to the recommendation on the back, if you put too much in it will also strip the wax layer off.id probably stop using halfords products as there abit cheap and cheerful. i use a range of Meguires, Auto Glym and Poorboys. look at some guides on detailing world and on here to get some idea on some products. also meguires have some really useful videos on there website.i use Dodo juice wax. the small panel pot. its a hard wax that lasts quite a while on the car providing you look after it. once again, check out some of the guides.after mastering the basics you could start getting more into it by using other products like clay bar and tire dressing, also cleaning the windows with a high quality MF.as far as snow foam goes, i don't use it. i know people that do and they swear by it. but its only needed every month or so seeing as a simple wash every week keeps the paintwork nice and clean to stop any serious build up. but i seriously advise that if you do invest in one, buy a good quality lance as the cheapos are rubbish and breaki hope this helps you abit. if you want any other detailing advise you can pm me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tobs23 Posted October 21, 2012 Report Share Posted October 21, 2012 oh and almost forgot.if you struggle with wheels and cleaning that stubborn brake dust and other general grime off, buy some bilberry juice wheel cleaner. miracle in a bottle hahah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lupo pete Posted October 21, 2012 Report Share Posted October 21, 2012 Turtle wax is hard work getting it off.I use AG HD wax easy to put on And take off and the amount you use The jar will last ages. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete91 Posted October 21, 2012 Report Share Posted October 21, 2012 (edited) AG HD wax = the b0llocks Edited October 21, 2012 by Pete91 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatesy0093 Posted October 21, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 21, 2012 well ive got a karcher pressure washer so id be getting the karcher snow foam bottle / lance thing.ive used turtle wax on a friends car and it seemed fine to use and left a nice deep shine? you just dont have the elbow grease i'll admit theres probably better stuff but since its only £4 a bottle in wilkos i'll live with it, might try other recomendations though Whats wrong with triplewax shampoo? ive used it once before and it left a nice clean shine and dried easily with mf towels.Thanks for the replies so far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete91 Posted October 21, 2012 Report Share Posted October 21, 2012 'Cos you're just starting out the list looks pretty good. Personally i would change things about a bit but that's just preference/ experience of using different products. Just try them out and see how you get on and if you want to take it a step further go on detailing world and read up on some products and decide what's best for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatesy0093 Posted October 21, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 21, 2012 okiedoke, cheers pete Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tobs23 Posted October 21, 2012 Report Share Posted October 21, 2012 triple wax shampoo may leave a good deep shine, but the key to keeping that shine is the wax you apply. triple wax shampoo is abit strong and acidic so it tends to strip the wax off. so your forever going wrong in circles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeA Posted October 22, 2012 Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 HD wax is way overpriced for what it is, MANY alternatives available from auto finesse, autosmart, dodojuice etc for cheaper which are better As for snowfoam, buy an Autobrite HD foam lance and Autobrite Magifoam! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatesy0093 Posted October 22, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 ah right so id have to re wax it after every wash of triple wax?Does that autobrite lance fit on anything or do you need adapters? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeA Posted October 22, 2012 Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 You but it for your specific jetwash. I ordered the karcher version. They do nilfisk etc... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatesy0093 Posted October 22, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 ok, yeah ive been on the website and got the gist of it so is this kinda of a replacement of hand washing? or do you still need to give it a quick once over with a wash mit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete91 Posted October 22, 2012 Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 The snow foam is meant to be a pre clean. Give it a wash after Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatesy0093 Posted October 22, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 Right cheers So it should go something like this then:Wash loose dirt offSnow foam while wetLeave it for a whileRinse off2BMRinse offDryPolishWaxTake pictures 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeA Posted October 22, 2012 Report Share Posted October 22, 2012 Pretty much yeah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aaronhtid Posted October 28, 2012 Report Share Posted October 28, 2012 triple wax shampoo may leave a good deep shine, but the key to keeping that shine is the wax you apply. triple wax shampoo is abit strong and acidic so it tends to strip the wax off. so your forever going wrong in circlesLSP's and shampoo's do not make paintwork shine. Machine polishing ie correction & burnishing is what makes the paint shine! Gloss, clarity, depth and shine all come from polishing. LSP's are for protection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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