Starting out

**KBsToy** · 12-21-2011, 01:58 PM

Hi!,

I just myself a 2001 Mustang Cobra with 8000 miles on it. Its a dark gary mettalic color. This is my retirement toy so to stay busy I would like some info on a begginers start-up kit.

I have looked at alot of info on here already and my head spinning

THANKS !!!!!

Ken

**blk5.0** · 12-21-2011, 02:09 PM

Well do u want to just wash car and keep it clean or do you want to maintain a swirl free finish?

I would start with a 2 bucket method with a good soap and two grit guards

A must have is black fire wet diamond sealant.

**KBsToy** · 12-21-2011, 02:15 PM

I want his car to be a head turner

The original owner keep it in top shape unfortunatly he past away so I could not get info on what he used but it is a beauty.
Have to get 2nd bucket.....

**FourEyes45** · 12-21-2011, 04:38 PM

+2

**Concours.John** · 12-21-2011, 05:51 PM

Use the search button and ask questions but more importantly DRIVE it. You only live once and it doesn`t matter in the long run. You can maintain and enjoy it with the help here. I hate to see any vehicle sit due to fear of damage 20k-20mil. I love people who enjoy their vehicle. This is the place to do both.

**BobbyG** · 12-21-2011, 08:06 PM

Hi Ken,

Congratulations on your retirement and your new toy!

Detailing can be as simple or as complected as you decide. If you follow some basic steps you`ll be able to keep that prized catch looking great while having a lot of fun.

Some good reading

How To Wax Your Car - Car Wax, Paint Sealants, Paint Protectants

How To Guides

How To Guides

Here`s more great information that will help you if you need it.

Basic Steps

Wash
Clay
Compound & Polish
Seal
Wax

A quick look at some of the nice products available through Autopia enabled me to put together a list to satisfy each step above. There are many other products to choose from but these are top performers.

Wash

Dodo Juice Born to be Mild Shampoo

Clay

Mothers California Gold Clay Bar Paint Saving System

Polisher

Porter Cable 7424 XP Car Polisher
Dual Action Flexible 5 inch Backing Plate
Lake Country Hydro-Tech Low Profile 5 1/2 x 7/8 Inch Foam Pads

Paint Correction

Blackfire Scratch Resistant Compound
Blackfire Scratch Resistant Finishing Polish

Sealant

Blackfire Deep Gloss Spray Sealant.
Prima Hydro Seal Paint Sealant 16 oz.

Wax

Pinnacle Souvern Carnauba Wax
Blackfire Midnight Sun Batch #25 Carnauba Paste

**KBsToy** · 12-22-2011, 12:47 PM

THANKS for the info....

I do plan to enjoy this car

I`ll give my wish list to Mrs. Claus

**Todd@RUPES** · 12-22-2011, 01:33 PM

Originally Posted by KBsMB

Hi!,

I just myself a 2001 Mustang Cobra with 8000 miles on it. Its a dark gary mettalic color. This is my retirement toy so to stay busy I would like some info on a begginers start-up kit.

I have looked at alot of info on here already and my head spinning

THANKS !!!!!

Ken

Hi Ken. Bobby jumped in with some great info so I will just share a couple links that will get you moving in the right direction.

Welcome to AutopiaForums OKExplorist!

The Autopia 5 Step Paint Care Cycle

How to Clay you Paint (using BLACKFIRE PolyClay II)

How to wash your car using the two bucket method.

**Blacktruckowner** · 12-22-2011, 01:57 PM

The Autopia 5 Step Paint Care Cycle

How to Clay you Paint (using BLACKFIRE PolyClay II)

How to wash your car using the two bucket method. [/QUOTE]

These are great links to read up on, I wish someone would have told me those same things when I started. Thanks