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[allvol]

Hey, I was wondering if anyone could help me. I just bought a 2003 Chevy Silverado and would like to give it a exterior detail. The paint is in great shape except for a few minor scratches and dings. I don't have an orbital so I will be doing it by hand. I am sure it was detailed at the car lot, but I am sure that I can do much better with your help. What products do I need and any are there any products I can use that I can buy locally. I would like to do it in a couple of days. Any help would rock.

 

[CharlesW]

Welcome to DC!
This link should get you to a thread with lots of information.

http://www.detailcity.com/showthread.php?t=3136

As far as picking up product locally, you will probably be limited to mostly Meguiar's stuff and possibly some Mother's and 3M products at local auto parts stores, Wal*Mart or Target.
If you have a Body & Paint supply store available, you could check out the Meguiar's Professional line of products.

Meguiar's ColorX and NXT Tech Wax should be readily available and while it's not what I use, I think it would be a good combination. You could use it for now and when you decide to move on to something else, (and you will), you can give it to a friend and get them hooked on detailing.

Charles