Help with first large purchase

[gidiup01]

Here is my situation. I just bought a new pearl white TSX and want to maintain it like it should be maintained, especially since I recently moved to the Phoenix area and have the brutal sun/dust to deal with. I also have a three stage red Mustang "toy car" that needs some misbuffs and swirls removed so it has the paint it deserves. I'm going to be making my first large purchase and want to see if I'm picking the right products or if there are some things that may work better than others. I realize there is a certain degree of personal opinion but any comments would be appreciated. This is what I have picked out so far:

Wolfgang Duo & Porter 7424XP kit
XMT Polishing Pad Cleaner (buy one get one free)
Wolfgang Deep Gloss Total Concours Kit
Pinnacle Liquid Souveran (since the TSX is white and I've read Liquid Souveran is good for light colors)
Wash bucket/grit guard combo kit
ShMITT White/Yellow Wash Mitt
Guzzler Combo Kit

This puts me right around $400 where I'd like to be. Are there any suggestions for a better bang for the buck or if something will work better for my goals?

Thanks!
-Mike

[maximus20895]

DA Polisher,Pads,Compounds/Polish

Meguiars Porter Cable XP Ultra Polish Kit with 5.5 Inch Pads FREE BONUS (http://www.autogeek.net/porter-cable-meguiars-kit.html)


More Polishing Pads

Lake Country 5 1/2 Inch Flat Pads 6 Pack (http://www.autogeek.net/lake-country-beveled-pad-kit.html)


Swirl Finder

Brinkmann Maxfire Dual Xenon Swirl Finder Spotlight (http://www.autogeek.net/brinkmann-light-special.html)


Wash Bucket

5 Gallon Wash Bucket Combo (http://www.autogeek.net/wash-bucket-combo2.html)


Wash Mitt

Mothers Genuine Lambswool Wash Mitt (http://www.autogeek.net/mothers-lambswool.html)


Drying

The Guzzler Combo Kit (http://www.autogeek.net/guzzler-microfiber-combo.html)


MF Towels

Microfiber Towel Combo (http://www.autogeek.net/mitoco.html)


Glass Cleaner

Meguiars Glass Cleaner 1 Gallon (http://www.autogeek.net/mg12001.html)


Brushes & Tools

Package of 6 Pinnacle Foam Wax Applicators Buy One, Get One Free! (http://www.autogeek.net/paof6pifowax.html)
EZ Detail Brush Mini (http://www.autogeek.net/ez-detail-brush-mini.html)
32 oz. Meguiars Glass Cleaner Bottle (http://www.autogeek.net/d20120.html)


Clay,Lube,Wash,Sealant,Detail Spray

Wolfgang Deep Gloss Total Concours Kit (http://www.autogeek.net/wg6500.html)


Wax

DP Max Wax (http://www.autogeek.net/carnauba-car-wax.html)


Included:
Porter Cable 7424XP Variable Speed Polisher
Porter Cable 7424XP Wrench
Porter Cable 7424XP Counter Weight
Dual Action Flexible 5 Inch Hook & Loop Backing Plate
32 oz. Meguiars Mirror Glaze #105 Ultra-Cut Compound
32 oz. Meguiars Mirror Glaze #205 Ultra Finishing Polish
3 CCS 5.5 Inch Orange Light Cutting Foam Pads
2 CCS 5.5 Inch Gray Finishing Foam Pads
2 Cobra Microfiber Detailing Cloths, 16 x 16 inches
Dual-Action Hook & Loop Flexible Backing Plate 5"
6 5.5 Inch Flat LC Pads
2 Cobra Microfiber Bonnets 6”
1 Lambswool Leveling Pad
2 Cobra White Microfiber Polishing Cloths
12 oz. Pinnacle XMT Polishing Foam Pad Cleaner
12 oz. Pinnacle XMT Polishing Foam Pad Conditioner
Brinkmann Maxfire Dual Xenon Swirl Finder Spotlight
5 Gallon Wash Bucket
Grit Guard
Gamma Seal Lid
Mothers Genuine Lambswool Wash Mitt
The Guzzler (16” x 24”)
The Supreme Guzzler (20” x 40”)
2 Blue 75/25 Microfiber Towels (16" x 24")
2 Gold 75/25 Microfiber Towels (16" x 24")
2 Green Microfiber All Purpose Cleaning Cloths (16" x 16")
2 Yellow Microfiber All Purpose Cleaning Cloths (16" x 16")
2 Cobra Deluxe Jr. 600 Microfiber Towels (16" x 16")
Meguiars Glass Cleaner 1 Gallon
32 oz. Meguiars Glass Cleaner Bottle
EZ Detail Brush Mini
Package of 6 Pinnacle Foam Wax Applicators Buy One, Get One Free!
16 oz. Wolfgang Auto Bathe
16 oz. Wolfgang Clay Lubricant
200 grams Wolfgang Elastic Poly Clay Bar
16 oz. Wolfgang Deep Gloss Paint Sealant 3.0
16 oz. Wolfgang Paintwork Polish Enhancer
16 oz. Wolfgang Instant Detail Spritz
2 Cobra Microfiber Detailing Cloths
2 Cobra Microfiber Applicator Pads
2 Poly Foam Applicators
Wolfgang Handbook
DP Max Wax

The Total is a heft $641.72

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Of course you can always add/subtract if you feel that it's too much or tool little.


The G110v2 kit comes with CCS pads. I like the flat pads better so you might ask for those. I also like the 5.5 inch pads better than the 6.5 inch. You can also get the Liquid Soveran as it does look good on ligher cars. It kinda does the same thing as the WG Deep Gloss Paint Sealant as it is a sealant, but it also is a wax as well since there is some carnauba. I chose the Maxwax since it brings out flake. I'm not sure if your car has flake, but most Honda's do. Your choice and happy detailing :)

[WRAPT C5Z06]

Definitely go with 5.5" backing plate and 5.5" pads. I'd go M105/M205 over the WG polishes.

[DARK HORSE]

Definitely go with 5.5" backing plate and 5.5" pads. I'd go M105/M205 over the WG polishes.

For 5.5" pads, you'll want to use a 5" backing plate (you need to have some clearance for safety) ;)

[WRAPT C5Z06]

For 5.5" pads, you'll want to use a 5" backing plate (you need to have some clearance for safety) ;)
Doh! I meant 5" backing plate. Thanks for catching that.

[gidiup01]

Awesome thanks for the help!

[maximus20895]

What did you end up getting?

Any questions I can help you with?

[gidiup01]

I'm still going through the options I'll post up when I submit the order.

I'm sure when I have the stuff I'll be asking a bunch more questions!

[maximus20895]

Alright no problem. If you any questions I'll be glad to help you out :)

You might just want to go to home depot and but two 5 gal buckets and just buy 2 grit guards on ag.

[Bunky]

Alright no problem. If you any questions I'll be glad to help you out :)

You might just want to go to home depot and but two 5 gal buckets and just buy 2 grit guards on ag.

I have the Home Depot buckets and now want something better. They are very cheap and fit the grit guard but they do not make a great seat. The lid which presses on like most paint buckets will crack unlike the spin on sealing tops found on the much pricier ones. Also, the ideal wash bucket should be more translucent.

[ScottB]

I have the Home Depot buckets and now want something better. They are very cheap and fit the grit guard but they do not make a great seat. The lid which presses on like most paint buckets will crack unlike the spin on sealing tops found on the much pricier ones. Also, the ideal wash bucket should be more translucent.

Professional 5 Gallon Wash Bucket (http://www.autogeek.net/clear-car-wash-bucket.html)

[maximus20895]

The one I got are fine and they only cost five dollars...