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**Murr1525** · Apr 25, 2011, 03:04 PM

Re: Consumer line or Profesional?

#105, #205, #21. #7 if wanted. Would be good bang for the buck at least.

And then whatever towels, other cleaners, detailers, etc.

**MaxImage** · Jun 7, 2011, 05:25 PM

Re: Consumer line or Profesional?

Originally posted by 04Xfire View Post

I am considering doing a very small time detailing job on the side to get some more detailing experience and to make a lil money.

I have a 2004 Crossfire That is beautiful except for the few chips in the paint found through out. I used Consumer line clay, M105 for light swirls and to re work a few deeper scratches. Followed it up with #7 Show Car Glaze and topped with nxt 2.0 wax left on it over night. Looks absolutely amazing!

Now as i run out of my current supplies what would be the recommended products to get me started?

I will need a Wash, probably stick with the M105 and a lil milder correction for swirls and light scratches, a glaze and a wax. I have for now a cheap vaper orbital polisher. For this what would be the "baseline" items to use to replace my current choices?

Looking for the best quality! I would rather charge a lil more and produce a finish they could not get some where else.

What Murr mentioned is a great start and covers the basics of a multi step process. However, take some time to consider 83 to fill the void of a "lil milder correction". It offers a multitude of uses, all the while, coming in at a price point less than that of the 205, and offering a greater cutting ability should you need it, making 83 a great intermediary product. If you prefer to have a carnuba product, consider 80.

I would recommend stepping up from the consumer grade clay to a professional grade Mild clay bar. It will offer a greater ability to remove more contaminants on each pass, while still being gentle to the paint surface. The main advanatage to this change is time, as it will save you a significant amount of time. And if you haven't already, use Last Touch diluted 1:1 from the Detailer Line as your lube, as it is much more cost effective than using a consumer grade product.

Any wash from Meguiars will do. Pick one that sounds the most interesting to you and run with it. Many would recommend those in the Detailer line, but others in the Mirror Glaze and various consumer lines are good choices too.

Do you need an all purpose cleaner? Tire dressing?

Would you want to use your existing machine, or would you consider upgrading to a G110? With the upgrade, you might incur more costs with purchasing pads, a backing plate, etc. But good deals are readily accessible online.

The up-front startup cost of detailing can be significant, and though we all strive to provide the best possbile finish on each car we detail, keep in mind that there is no one tell all, end all solution. Said another way, there isn't one set system/combination of products that can be used on each and every car we detail to achieve the same level of shine on every outing. Having said that, it's a great excuse to go out and buy/try new products to add to your arsenal over time.

But perhaps more importantly, spend time learning and honing your technique. All of the detailers around the country have spent countless hours refining their craft, learning the nuances of paint and products alike. With this knowledge you'll be better equipped to fulfill your goal of being a cut above in terms of quality, but more marketable in terms of price.

Good luck and I hope this helps to point you in the right direction. Don't hesitate to ask for clarifications or seek second opinions.

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