So.. what do I need to start off

[Killer2005]

I have decided my car needs a decent wash to start the summer time, however I'm going to need some bits to start me off. I've had a look at the various websites and promptly picked myself out a wash mitt and drying towel but obviously I'm going to need a few more things.

I do have a couple of swirls to get rid of, so something to get rid of them would be useful. And then I'm just happy with a decent shine, however I'm not going to go as far as some do and get every sort of cleaning thing known to man

Any recommendations?

Thanks in advance

[pmanson]

www.cleanyourcar.co.uk!

I would go for a claybar, decent polish (with appropriate applicators), Microfibe towels, and a good wax to seal it.

A good shine is all in the preparation, so wash using the two bucket method, clay the car (I use Megs Last Touch as lube), rewash the car, dry using a drying towel. Then apply the polish using the manufacturers instructions, rinse the car to get rid of any polish residue, dry and then apply wax.

I use Megs Last Touch as a quick detailer (buy it 5 gallon containers and water it down).

If you need a wheel cleaner - bilberry is very good (again you dilute it to the required levels).

Here's one I made earlier

Edited by pmanson on Wednesday 14th April 20:26

[austinpowers69]

Go to www.elitedetailer.com unbeatable service.

Got most of my stuff from there.

[A2Z]

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/complete-detailing-k...

I've been tempted by this kit. I need to do the MX5 quite badly plus I have a new car coming soon so I'd like to stay on top of that from the off.

With Carlack, it is desibed as a paint cleanser and sealer, gets rid of contamination etc. Is this to be used instead of or in conjunction with clay?

[belleair302]

Use with clay. Wash, dry, clay, wash, dry, polish, seal, glaze, wax and then maybe wax again.

Now time to do the windows, tyres, wheels, underbody, interior, leather and engine detail!!