New to the site and new to detailing.

[Aussie88]

So i`ve only really started to get into detailing about one or two two months ago and thought I would sign up here for advice and suggestions. So far i`ve found Meguiars to be my favourite brand with Armour all a close second but i`m always open to trying any new products suggested. At the moment i can`t really afford a big collection of products but i hope to one day have an extensive collection like the rest of you on this site. My favourite part of detailing is in the engine bay as it`s how I started out detailing.



Here is the car I am slowly learning how to detail on it`s an `88 Mercedes-Benz 190e i`ve had for about two years now.



http://i1229.photobucket.com/albums/ee466/aussie388/DSCF0079.jpg



It`s in pretty good condition bar the paintwork. As of the moment it has many micro sized swirls and scratches that I am hoping to get rid of. Can any one recommend a good swirl remover ? and it must be able to be done by hand as I don`t have an electric buffer just yet.



And thats about all for now I hope to be posting on here more as soon as i can get more products and more time to clean.





Jordan.

[imported_Erik Mejia]

Welcome to Autopia. If I were you, I would save and eventually purchase a DA buffer, and in the meantime learn as much as you can on the forum. This way when you can purchase your supplies you`ll have the knowledge to use them properly and efficiently.

[togwt]

Aussie88, Welcome to Autopia.org, the world’s largest detailing community. Whether you`re a complete beginner or an experienced professional looking to expand their knowledge and perhaps showcase your work, this site will soon become your home from home



Have a look at our extensive Guide to Detailing (http://www.autopia.org/forum/guide-detailing/)



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If you`d rather have someone else work on your car, these are the guys to contact:Find a Detailer (http://www.autopia.org/find-professional-detailer/index.php)



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[Aussie88]

Welcome to Autopia. If I were you, I would save and eventually purchase a DA buffer, and in the meantime learn as much as you can on the forum. This way when you can purchase your supplies you`ll have the knowledge to use them properly and efficiently.



thanks for the tip because in new to all this I have to ask what the DA stands for ?

[Brad B]

thanks for the tip because in new to all this I have to ask what the DA stands for ?



DA is Dual Action. Also called a Random Orbital. Look at some of the thread "stickies" at the beginning of each forum section. One of them has a list of all the acronyms we use. It will help with all the confusion. It`s a long list!



Welcome aboard.

[infinitetek]

Well I`m a noob too trying to learn so correct me if I`m wrong.. I`ve done a ton of research last night and what I found was that a good polish is what removes the swirls and paint defects since it`s an abrasive. Doing it by hand is limited in terms of removing swirls so you probably won`t get the results your wanting to see. So probably buying a DA buffer would be best to see the best results. I think orbitals are better for noobs? Then after that, you move on to rotory? Not sure. lol

[imported_Erik Mejia]

Well I`m a noob too trying to learn so correct me if I`m wrong.. I`ve done a ton of research last night and what I found was that a good polish is what removes the swirls and paint defects since it`s an abrasive. Doing it by hand is limited in terms of removing swirls so you probably won`t get the results your wanting to see. So probably buying a DA buffer would be best to see the best results. I think orbitals are better for noobs? Then after that, you move on to rotory? Not sure. lol



You`re correct... A da is a good way to go for someone starting off. Its safe and the results will be better by da than by hand, also less tiring!

[lostdaytomorrow]

Welcome to autopia man. A. DA is a great choice for your first machine.

[Ch96067]

Welcome Jordan. Go for the DA and some polishes. As for swirls removers and working by hand check this out.



http://www.autopia.org/forum/guide-detailing/77859-**-test-swirl-removal-hand-**.html



Infinitetek, I agree with your summary.



Your apparent understanding and spot on advise by the other members here will set you both off to the right path.