When I first set up shop, I ordered higher end products online or through a local auto parts store, and got most commercial cleaners through the largest distributer. When I was detailing in another province, we used a number of local products--good quality, relatively cheap. Great prices on clay, QD by the gallon, cut polish and glaze. I wouldn`t use their waxes, but cleaners and preps were good.
As it turns out, my cousin has a chemical company here where I live now, and has a detailing line. No LSP`s or polishes, but deos, cleaners, degreasers, acids, etc. He also has a replacement for wheel acid with a better PH balance, low gloss interior shine, cheap ammonia free window cleaner, and cheaper wheel shine.
I`m a little hesitant to jump right in, but unlike the larger distributer, he gave me all kinds of samples to try. His deo is superb, and 1 litre does the same as 1 gallon of the competition. His glass cleaner is fine, but I`m not sure if it can compete with Stoner`s, but at 60% the price. Haven`t tried anything else.
Does anyone here go local?
I`m curious because I mentioned that I need to order a silicone-free tire shine from someone, and he said he`ll work on some formulas. He`s willing to reconfigure products if I know the problems. It could be good--or I could be stuck using crappy family products.
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