Starting Over

[JashGTP]

Ok my first post so dont be too rough.





I worked as a detailer at a Benz dealership as a highschool job. They didnt really do any training but i learned some cool tricks of the trade.



But now i discovered this website and i need to refine what im doing and follow you guys.



I want to start over with my cleaning supplies. So my question is...



What do i need to start detailing my new car.

I got a 1998 black pontiac GTP.



Im only intrested in working with the paint right now.



I have a pc on the way...which pads, and waxes and etc??



thanks

[JashGTP]

This website has ssssssooooooooooooooo much information its all so confusing but i guess ive found two things that im positive i will buy.



Poorboys SSR 2

Poorboys Ex or EX P ~ not sure which one





but still need advise for soap, pads, clay bar, etc

[Eliot Ness]

OK, I`ll make some suggestions and try to keep it simple.



Polish: Poorboy`s SSR2.5 and SSR1

Wash: Poorboys SS&S (Super Slick & Suds Car Wash)

Pads: Sonus DAS (http://www.autopia-carcare.com/sondas.html) or Propel (http://www.prestostore.com/cgi-bin/store.pl?ref=exceldetail&ct=29307) pads (order a kit and you`ll also get the correct size backing plate).

Clay: You can probably find some Clay Magic locally, it looks like this. (http://www.autopia-carcare.com/awc-88256.html)

Wax/Sealer: Poorboy`s EX for dark colors or EX-P for light colors. If you want to top your sealer with a carnauba wax you can try some Poorboy`s Natty`s paste.

Tire Dressing: Poorboy`s Bn`B (Bold N Bright)



I tried to stay with one brand (Poorboy`s) since their products are easy to use. There are a lot of different combos/products to try, but these will get you started and then you can experiment.

[JashGTP]

thank you very much just was on the poorboys website and well just needed some conformation





anyone else?

[imported_Denzil]

I agree with Eliot... you can start with those considering the Poorboy`s product line is sun-friendly. I personally started with these products:



Polish: 4* SMR

Wash: Meg`s Gold Class

Propel Pads: 1 black, 2 blue, 2 green, 1 yellow, 1 orange (in order of increasing abrasiveness)

Clay: 4* clay

Paint cleaner: 4* paint cleaner

Sealer: 4* UPP



Just another route of products to consider.

[JashGTP]

Bringing this post back from the dead...



i did get the poorboys world stuff and tried it out.



I dont have any before pics because this was a long time ago but here were the end results.



It was all by hand because i did not have PC yet. what do you think?



http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y287/digennjp/reflection/P1010100.jpg



http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y287/digennjp/reflection/P1010079.jpg



http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y287/digennjp/reflection/P1010103.jpg

[metload1]

Awesome!



I`m currently working on getting my white GTP in order lol. Great job!

[smokin180]

by hand[holy xoxo] looks greath//autopia.org/forum/images/smilies/bowdown.gif

:bowttp:

[klumzypinoy]

Wow that`s really nice, especially considering u did SSR2.5 by hand. I love Poorboy`s Super Slick & Suds :).

[imported_Denzil]

Nice job! I didn`t realize I had posted in this thread, LoL. Nonetheless, I look forward to seeing more of your progress. So when will you get your PC? :)

[kleraudio]

Holy *&{@ You did that by hand!!!



Cant wait to see your PC work! nice job!



Jim