Solid Start?

pbrex · 08-29-2011, 02:08 PM

Hey All,

Well after seeing all the great looking cars in this sub-forum I'm ready to give detailing a go. I have been lurking for a while soaking in all the knowledge that I can (man there are a ton of options). I have put together an order and would like the hives opinion on my selections. The car I will be working on is an 07 SGM 335i that has swirl marks. Since I have owned the car I have used the two bucket method for washing but the damage was already done by the previous owner.

Here is a link to my saved cart:

http://www.detailedimage.com/Cart-Saved/798642663/

Thanks in Advance,

Brock

MuttGrunt · 08-29-2011, 02:43 PM

Brock,
It certainly appears as though you've been doing your research. I'd personally recommend you dump the orange pads and go with Surbuf pads (Recommend you order 2, 2 packs for a total of 4 surbuf pads), to use with the M105, use M205 on white, and then Menzerna 106fa on black. Also order 1 or 2 blue pads to use the Blackfire. Applying Blackfire by machine will allow for a thinner application (glide it on, DONT work it in - it's not polish!), so you get better slickness and durability while using less product.
Also, I take it you're good on microfibers?

GL!

pbrex · 08-29-2011, 03:00 PM

Mutt thanks for the quick response!!!! I've read and read about detailing jobs and the products y'all use but I still feel like a complete noob! Ill update my pads before I place the order. As far as microfiber towels, I have purchased a few sets locally that are extremely soft so I think I should be gtg.

-Brock

MuttGrunt · 08-29-2011, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by pbrex

Mutt thanks for the quick response!!!! I've read and read about detailing jobs and the products y'all use but I still feel like a complete noob! Ill update my pads before I place the order. As far as microfiber towels, I have purchased a few sets locally that are extremely soft so I think I should be gtg.

-Brock

Hey Brock, we all start somewhere!
If you have additional questions or have questions on certain products, please post up prior to your order. There are some other great guys here that can also lend their opinions as well as I.

x3man1994 · 08-29-2011, 03:44 PM

I have some product suggestions as well...

Meguiars Glass Cleaner - Has a much higher dilution ratio, great scent and works well too. Really great value for money as well.

I also don't seem to see any clay or clay lube for that matter so here is my suggestion for that. Get some ONR, which is a very versatile product (waterless wash, clay lube, quick detailer), as clay lube and then get one of the DI Clay Bars.

Marc suggested the Surbuf pad, which I have used and works great, but since its out there you might even want to look into the New Microfiber Pads, which will last a lot longer than a standard foam pad and produces amazing results as can be seen in the write up here.

Other than that your list looks as though its good. One thing to remember as a beginner, is don't use too much product. As Marc said if you have any other questions feel free to ask.

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pbrex New Member 0 Rep 16 Posts Drives: 335i SGM Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Dallas iTrader: (0)	Solid Start? Hey All, Well after seeing all the great looking cars in this sub-forum I'm ready to give detailing a go. I have been lurking for a while soaking in all the knowledge that I can (man there are a ton of options). I have put together an order and would like the hives opinion on my selections. The car I will be working on is an 07 SGM 335i that has swirl marks. Since I have owned the car I have used the two bucket method for washing but the damage was already done by the previous owner. Here is a link to my saved cart: http://www.detailedimage.com/Cart-Saved/798642663/ Thanks in Advance, Brock
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MuttGrunt Banned 27 Rep 872 Posts Drives: beater;) Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: SE Michigan iTrader: (0)	Brock, It certainly appears as though you've been doing your research. I'd personally recommend you dump the orange pads and go with Surbuf pads (Recommend you order 2, 2 packs for a total of 4 surbuf pads), to use with the M105, use M205 on white, and then Menzerna 106fa on black. Also order 1 or 2 blue pads to use the Blackfire. Applying Blackfire by machine will allow for a thinner application (glide it on, DONT work it in - it's not polish!), so you get better slickness and durability while using less product. Also, I take it you're good on microfibers? GL!
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pbrex New Member 0 Rep 16 Posts Drives: 335i SGM Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Dallas iTrader: (0)	Mutt thanks for the quick response!!!! I've read and read about detailing jobs and the products y'all use but I still feel like a complete noob! Ill update my pads before I place the order. As far as microfiber towels, I have purchased a few sets locally that are extremely soft so I think I should be gtg. -Brock
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x3man1994 Banned 37 Rep 187 Posts Drives: 2004 X3 2.5 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: NY iTrader: (0)	I have some product suggestions as well... Meguiars Glass Cleaner - Has a much higher dilution ratio, great scent and works well too. Really great value for money as well. I also don't seem to see any clay or clay lube for that matter so here is my suggestion for that. Get some ONR, which is a very versatile product (waterless wash, clay lube, quick detailer), as clay lube and then get one of the DI Clay Bars. Marc suggested the Surbuf pad, which I have used and works great, but since its out there you might even want to look into the New Microfiber Pads, which will last a lot longer than a standard foam pad and produces amazing results as can be seen in the write up here. Other than that your list looks as though its good. One thing to remember as a beginner, is don't use too much product. As Marc said if you have any other questions feel free to ask.
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