tmacsad
Take Luck!
Jeremy that is why he suggests wearing a detailing apron
I would recommend THA POORBOY"S APRON Jeremy!!! :rockon
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I would recommend THA POORBOY"S APRON Jeremy!!! :rockon
tuscarora dave
"Luck" Residue of design
I'm just thinking about the standard dealership uniforms, Most have belt loops. With my big belly my belt does'nt stand a chance at touching the paint.
Spilchy
New member
I have a check list printed out that I go over before I go on a detail. I use it to refer to when I'm gathering my supplies. You can use it as a reference for what you are going to possibly need.
• Tool Box of Chemicals – Dressings, Paint Cleaners, Polishes, Glazes, Waxes, Sealants
I have a tool box with a few dozen 8oz. bottles labeled and filled with nearly every chemical I have in my arsenal. This way I can carry my whole inventory nicely packed up in a tool box.
• Wax Tin(s)
• Tire Cleaner
• Wheel Cleaner
• Glass Cleaner
• Shampoo
• Tire Shine
• Tarminator
• Bug & Tar Remover / 3M General Purpose Adhesive Cleaner
• Clay & Lube
• Quick Detailer(s)
• Metal Polish
• APC for Exterior Trim & Door Jambs
• APC for Interior Vinyl & Plastic
• Protectant for Vinyl & Plastic
• APC for Leather
• Leather Cleaner & Conditioner
• Leather Conditioner
• Carpet Spotter
• Carpet Cleaner
• Buffer Pads
• Microfiber Towels & Waffle Weaves
• Cotton Towels
• Foam, Terry & MF Applicators
• Mr. Clean Magic Eraser
• Tire Brush
• Wheel Brushes
• Wash Mitts
• Foam Gun
• Interior Carpet Brushes
• Interior Detailing Brushes
• Dobie Pad & Nail Brush
• Blue Tape
• Vinyl Sheets for Under Tires
• Two 5 Gallon Buckets
• Two 3 Gallon Buckets
• Polisher
• Vacuum & Crevice Tools
• Steamer
• Pressure Washer
• Extension Cords
• Hose & Nozzle
• Free Rinse Hose Attachment
• Seat & Step Stool
• Radio
• Halogen Light
• Tool Box of Chemicals – Dressings, Paint Cleaners, Polishes, Glazes, Waxes, Sealants
I have a tool box with a few dozen 8oz. bottles labeled and filled with nearly every chemical I have in my arsenal. This way I can carry my whole inventory nicely packed up in a tool box.
• Wax Tin(s)
• Tire Cleaner
• Wheel Cleaner
• Glass Cleaner
• Shampoo
• Tire Shine
• Tarminator
• Bug & Tar Remover / 3M General Purpose Adhesive Cleaner
• Clay & Lube
• Quick Detailer(s)
• Metal Polish
• APC for Exterior Trim & Door Jambs
• APC for Interior Vinyl & Plastic
• Protectant for Vinyl & Plastic
• APC for Leather
• Leather Cleaner & Conditioner
• Leather Conditioner
• Carpet Spotter
• Carpet Cleaner
• Buffer Pads
• Microfiber Towels & Waffle Weaves
• Cotton Towels
• Foam, Terry & MF Applicators
• Mr. Clean Magic Eraser
• Tire Brush
• Wheel Brushes
• Wash Mitts
• Foam Gun
• Interior Carpet Brushes
• Interior Detailing Brushes
• Dobie Pad & Nail Brush
• Blue Tape
• Vinyl Sheets for Under Tires
• Two 5 Gallon Buckets
• Two 3 Gallon Buckets
• Polisher
• Vacuum & Crevice Tools
• Steamer
• Pressure Washer
• Extension Cords
• Hose & Nozzle
• Free Rinse Hose Attachment
• Seat & Step Stool
• Radio
• Halogen Light
ScionDave
New member
that is what i was lookin for, thanx!
these may be stupid questions, but whats the difference between glaze and polish?
where can i get a foam gun, and whats it do/for?
which buffer pads r best, (pics please)?
i guess all i need is a pressure washer, any suggestions?
these may be stupid questions, but whats the difference between glaze and polish?
where can i get a foam gun, and whats it do/for?
which buffer pads r best, (pics please)?
i guess all i need is a pressure washer, any suggestions?
C
clone
Guest
:dcrules tha clones thaught is if you go to the G.M. with this list. he will tell you to be like a bannana an "SPLIT" EHILE THA CLONE HAS AMASSED QUITE A COLLECTIONover 28 years. tha clones list for you(USED CAR DEALER ) 1) WASH BUCKET 2)CAR wash soap 3)3or4 wash mits 4)2 soft brushes 5) 1 apc(tires,wheels,engine& jams)all n one 5)adhesive remover 6)rubber gloves and boots 7)tire shine 4 tires and wheel wells 8)water on wash mit along with soft terry cloth towels(no fabric softner)will leave windows streak free "clone hasn't used window cleaner in 20 years" I BELEIVE THIS IS ABOUT ALL U WILL NEED -NO WAXES UNLESS THEY R GONNA GIVE U MORE THAN 1 HOUR PER CAR. (impossible) in this jacked up economy u have 2 be creative,show your boss you can make due with less. :dcrules:hotrod2::hotrod2::hotrod2::hotrod2::hotrod2::hotrod2::hotrod2::hotrod2
h yea you might get a shopvac
Harleyguy
New member
glaze fills in swirls,Polish last step before wax,Foam gun use with a garden hose,Foam cannon use with a pressure washer,Pads depends on what you are trying to repair.Usally Orange,white,gray,blue,CCS pads,Wool for heavier swirls,Also depends if your using a PC or a Rotary
jaybs02
New member
Great list :yourrock:rockon
ScionDave
New member
im using a dewalt rotary with a velcro style attachment, i think it is 6" or possibly 8" im not 100% sure.
ScionDave
New member
and i thought sealant was the last step before wax.
blk45
It's all in the prep!
Although you can apply wax over a sealant, it's not necessary. Most just use one or the other. They are both LSPs. Last Step Products. Sealants are synthetic and actually bond to the paint, so the "usually" last longer than a wax. A wax will just lay on the paint.