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[BenSRT]

Hi everyone,I'm new on this forum and I'm a beginner in esthetic.I would like your opinions about products to wash,quick detailing,waxes,compound etc...

witch products you advice me?

-Meguiars
-Poorboys
-Chemical guys
-Pinnacle
-Dodo Juice
-Detailer's Pride
-Wolfgang

Somebody have try Optimum No Rince wash and shine ?

I don't no witch products choose??Can you help me please??

thanks!!

[Dubbin1]

You are going to get a hundred different answers. Use the search feature and look through the reviews forum.

[CEE DOG]

Welcome to AG first of all!

The answer to your all encompassing question is full of a lot of opinion and preference. You'll probably have to do some searching, reading, and some posting of specific topics to get specific answers but heres a bit of info.

The brands you listed are all quality brands. One brand might create product that you will find to be your favorite for some applications. Another brand may make a product your prefer for a different application.

In general you need to learn the correct practices and you will be able to get great results with a lot of products from these different brands.

Please take a look at this thread for some prespective (opinion) on difference in brands.

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/products-guides/25174-what-s-difference-between-brands.html (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/products-guides/25174-what-s-difference-between-brands.html)

First let me introduce you to the in house brands of PBMA (Palm Beach Motoring Accesories) http://www.palmbeachmotoring.net/ (http://www.palmbeachmotoring.net/)
The below italicized words are quoted from killrwheels from the thread I link here...
http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/25448-dp-pinnacle-wolfgang.html (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/25448-dp-pinnacle-wolfgang.html)

BEGIN QUOTE "PBMA is the parent company and owner of Autogeek, Pinnacle, Diamonite, DP, and Wolfgang. The Cobra branded towels are indeed ours too.

The design philosophy was rather simple and exciting:

Pinnacle --- Offer the best line of car care using the best ingredients

"Pinnacle XMT --- A newer line in car care centered around the use of Dual Action Orbitals and other products to enhance their use and outcome.

DP -- formerly Detailers Pride, the line is primarily if not all made in the US and designed for professionals in car care. Its the most value rewarding line with great prices and products that exceed what was onced offered in large bulk sizing to professionals.

Wolfgang --- Using the newest polymer technologies often found outside the US in areas like Germany.

Diamonite --- Plastic and Glass Care Products

Each have their own site to sell the entire line and allow the dedicated user to choose from a set of products within. Autogeek was designed as a one-stop grab the best of all in car care from PBMA and other vendors.

At least thats my personal opinion ..." END QUOTE

Now a little bit more info on some of the brands and products offered by Autogeek.

Optimum Polymer Technologies http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-wax.html (http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-wax.html)
One of my 3 favorite brands. They make some wonderfull products
A couple of the most notable products:
Optimum No Rinse Wash & Shine: clay lubricant, optimum rinseless wash, no rinse car wash, optimum detailing products (http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-no-rinse.html)
Optimum Instant Detailer & Gloss Enhancer Quick Detail Spray, opt quick detailer, spray detailer, waterless wash, instant detail spray (http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-instant-detailer-32oz.html)
Optimum Car Wax is a spray wax made with real carnauba and synthetic paint sealants for protection & shine! high-grade carnauba wax and silicone (http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-spray-wax.html)
Optimum Opti-Bond Tire Gel, Tire gel protectant, OPT Tire Dressing Gel, protect tires, optibond tire gel (http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-opti-bond-tire-gel-32oz.html)

303 Products http://www.autogeek.net/303.html (http://www.autogeek.net/303.html)
The most notable of their wonderfull products:
http://www.autogeek.net/303aerprot.html (http://www.autogeek.net/303aerprot.html) (Must buy, very veratile)

Ultima http://www.autogeek.net/ultima-car-care.html (http://www.autogeek.net/ultima-car-care.html)
A line you don't hear a ton of talk about on here but they make some really great products)
Heres a couple:
http://www.autogeek.net/ultima-paint-guard-plus-4.html (http://www.autogeek.net/ultima-paint-guard-plus-4.html) (A great Sealant)
http://www.autogeek.net/ultima-car-wash.html (http://www.autogeek.net/ultima-car-wash.html) (A great wash)

Flex http://www.autogeek.net/flex-car-polishers.html (http://www.autogeek.net/flex-car-polishers.html)
You can spend a lot less on a polisher but in my opinion this is well worth the money if you want to buy a high quality dual action polisher with features and comfort not found in the others.
Flex 3401 Dual Action Polisher http://www.autogeek.net/flex-orbital-polisher.html (http://www.autogeek.net/flex-orbital-polisher.html)


Meguiars http://www.autogeek.net/meguiars-car-care-products.html (http://www.autogeek.net/meguiars-car-care-products.html)
is very respected company that makes some great products at good prices.
They have a car wash soap called Meguiars Gold Class that usually polls in the top few positions among detailers. Usually polling better then a lot of higher priced soaps.
Most notable polishes (currently) M105 and M205
A couple of the many notable products:
http://www.autogeek.net/meguiars-105-compound-8oz.html (http://www.autogeek.net/meguiars-105-compound-8oz.html)
Here is some more info on Meguiars polishes and SMAT (Super Micro Abrasives Technology) in general. http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/23561-smat-pack-everything-you-ever-wanted-know-about-meguiar-s-smat-products.html (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/23561-smat-pack-everything-you-ever-wanted-know-about-meguiar-s-smat-products.html)

Menzerna http://www.autogeek.net/menzerna-of-germany.html (http://www.autogeek.net/menzerna-of-germany.html)
is best known for being the polishes they provide which utilize (DAT) Diminishing Abrasives Technology. This article http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/23561-smat-pack-everything-you-ever-wanted-know-about-meguiar-s-smat-products.html will describe the differences between SMAT and DAT.
A couple of the many notable products:
Menzerna Super Intensive Polish, Menzerna PO 83 , Mernzerna PO85RD 3.02 (http://www.autogeek.net/menzerna-super-intensive-polish.html)
Menzerna Power Finish PO 203, one step polish, swirl remover, finishing polish, car polish, german car polish, menzerna polishing compounds, power (http://www.autogeek.net/menzerna-polish-po203.html)
Menzerna Nano Polish PO 106 FA, Menzerna Final Polish, Nano abrasives, finishing polish, professional polish (http://www.autogeek.net/menzerna-nano-polish-po-106-fa-finishing-polish.html)
Menzerna Polish PO85RD, Mernzerna 85rd, Menzerna po85rd (http://www.autogeek.net/menzerna-final-finish-po85rd.html)

Wolfgang http://www.autogeek.net/wococarca.html (http://www.autogeek.net/wococarca.html)
as mentioned earlier one of the lines produced by PMBA. Wolfgang has many excellent products in this line. On a side note they produce a couple very beginner and user friendly polish which are comparable to a couple of the polishes in the Menzerna line.
A couple of the many notable products:
http://www.autogeek.net/fuzion-wax-special.html (http://www.autogeek.net/fuzion-wax-special.html)
http://www.autogeek.net/wolfgang-total-swirl-remover.html (http://www.autogeek.net/wolfgang-total-swirl-remover.html)
http://www.autogeek.net/plastik-surface-sealant.html (http://www.autogeek.net/plastik-surface-sealant.html)

Detailers Pride http://www.autogeek.net/detailers-pride.html (http://www.autogeek.net/detailers-pride.html)
as mentioned earlier another of the lines owned by PBMA and they also have some great products in their line.
A couple of the many notable products:
DP Wheel Glaze:http://www.autogeek.net/dp-wheel-glaze.html (http://www.autogeek.net/dp-wheel-glaze.html)
DP Total Interior Cleaner: http://www.autogeek.net/dp340.html (http://www.autogeek.net/dp340.html)
DP Gloss Tire Gel: http://www.autogeek.net/dp330.html (http://www.autogeek.net/dp330.html)
DP Polishing Pad rejuv.: http://www.autogeek.net/dp730.html (http://www.autogeek.net/dp730.html)


Pinnacle http://www.autogeek.net/pinnacleprod.html (http://www.autogeek.net/pinnacleprod.html)
A couple of the many notable products:
Pinnacle Safe Scrub Bug & Tar Pad can be used on glass, chrome, vinyl, fiberglass, paint and clearcoats—100% safe when used with soapy water. (http://www.autogeek.net/pinsafscrub.html)
Use Pinnacle Crystal Mist Carnauba Spray Wax anytime to bring back that just-waxed shimmer. Contains real carnauba wax in a easy spray formula. (http://www.autogeek.net/pincrysmis.html)
Pinnacle Souveran Paste Carnauba Wax is Brilliant on Red- Awesome on Black! Souverän™ is hand poured, one container at a time, and boxed with an (http://www.autogeek.net/pinsouvwax.html)


There are a ton more brands products and things to say. I just got tired of typing and linking.

Here is a link to a library of articles that you may find interesting.

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/23722-articles-mike-phillips.html (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/23722-articles-mike-phillips.html)

[CEE DOG]

You are going to get a hundred different answers. Use the search feature and look through the reviews forum.

You were right... Theres a hundred different answers :laughing: :laughing: :laughing:

[Jumpingbean]

That's quite the reply Corey. I'm surprised anyone would take the time to write up all of that. Well done!

[BenSRT]

That's quite the reply Corey. I'm surprised anyone would take the time to write up all of that. Well done!


Sorry man,I don't want to offend nobody on this forum,but I'm a newbie and I just try to speak you in english because my english is not perfect to read and write...I'm from Quebec,Canada and I speak french.

Sorry for my newbies questions and thanks a lot for us to help me!!

[A4 1.8tqm]

Wow great post Corey!


Welcome to AG first of all!

The answer to your all encompassing question is full of a lot of opinion and preference. You'll probably have to do some searching, reading, and some posting of specific topics to get specific answers but here's a bit of info.

The brands you listed are all quality brands. One brand might create product that you will find to be your favorite for some applications. Another brand may make a product your prefer for a different application.

In general you need to learn the correct practices and you will be able to get great results with a lot of products from these different brands.

Please take a look at this thread for some prespective (opinion) on difference in brands.

what's the difference between brands? (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/products-guides/25174-what-s-difference-between-brands.html%22)

First let me introduce you to the in house brands of PBMA (Palm Beach Motoring Accesories) PalmBeachMotoring.net (http://www.palmbeachmotoring.net/)

The below italicized words are quoted from killrwheels from the thread I link here...
DP, Pinnacle and Wolfgang (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/25448-dp-pinnacle-wolfgang.html)

BEGIN QUOTE "PBMA is the parent company and owner of Autogeek, Pinnacle, Diamonite, DP, and Wolfgang. The Cobra branded towels are indeed ours too.

The design philosophy was rather simple and exciting:

Pinnacle --- Offer the best line of car care using the best ingredients

"Pinnacle XMT --- A newer line in car care centered around the use of Dual Action Orbitals and other products to enhance their use and outcome.

DP -- formerly Detailers Pride, the line is primarily if not all made in the US and designed for professionals in car care. Its the most value rewarding line with great prices and products that exceed what was onced offered in large bulk sizing to professionals.

Wolfgang --- Using the newest polymer technologies often found outside the US in areas like Germany.

Diamonite --- Plastic and Glass Care Products

Each have their own site to sell the entire line and allow the dedicated user to choose from a set of products within. Autogeek was designed as a one-stop grab the best of all in car care from PBMA and other vendors.

At least that's my personal opinion ..." END QUOTE

Now a little bit more info on some of the brands and products offered by Autogeek.

Optimum Polymer Technologies (http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-wax.html)
One of my 3 favorite brands. They make some wonderful products

A couple of the most notable products:
Optimum No Rinse Wash & Shine (http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-no-rinse.html)
Optimum Instant Detailer & Gloss Enhancer (http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-instant-detailer-32oz.html)
Optimum Car Wax (http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-spray-wax.html)
Optimum Opti-Bond Tire Gel (http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-opti-bond-tire-gel-32oz.html)

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303 products (http://www.autogeek.net/303.html)

The most notable of their wonderful products:
303 Aerospace Protectant (http://www.autogeek.net/303aerprot.html) (Must buy, very versatile)

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Ultima products (http://www.autogeek.net/ultima-car-care.html)
A line you don't hear a ton of talk about on here but they make some really great products)

Here is a couple:
ultima paint guard plus (http://www.autogeek.net/ultima-paint-guard-plus-4.html) (A great Sealant)
ultima car wash (http://www.autogeek.net/ultima-car-wash.html) (A great wash)

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Flex (http://www.autogeek.net/flex-car-polishers.html)
You can spend a lot less on a polisher but in my opinion this is well worth the money if you want to buy a high quality dual action polisher with features and comfort not found in the others.
Flex 3401 Dual Action Polisher Flex 3401 Dual Action Polisher (http://www.autogeek.net/flex-orbital-polisher.html)

-----------------------------------

Meguiars (http://www.autogeek.net/meguiars-car-care-products.html)
is very respected company that makes some great products at good prices.
They have a car wash soap called Meguiars Gold Class that usually polls in the top few positions among detailers. Usually polling better then a lot of higher priced soaps.
Most notable polishes (currently) M105 and M205

A couple of the many notable products:
Megs 105 (http://www.autogeek.net/meguiars-105-compound-8oz.html)
Here is some more info on Meguiars polishes and SMAT (Super Micro Abrasives Technology) in general. smat pack everything you ever wanted know about meguiar's smat products (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/23561-smat-pack-everything-you-ever-wanted-know-about-meguiar-s-smat-products.html)

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Menzerna (http://www.autogeek.net/menzerna-of-germany.html)
is best known for being the polishes they provide which utilize (DAT) Diminishing Abrasives Technology. This article The Smat Pack (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/23561-smat-pack-everything-you-ever-wanted-know-about-meguiar-s-smat-products.html) will describe the differences between SMAT and DAT.

A couple of the many notable products:
Menzerna Super Intensive Polish PO 83 (http://www.autogeek.net/menzerna-super-intensive-polish.html)
Menzerna Power Finish PO 203 (http://www.autogeek.net/menzerna-polish-po203.html)
Menzerna Nano Polish PO 106 FA (http://www.autogeek.net/menzerna-nano-polish-po-106-fa-finishing-polish.html)
Menzerna Polish PO85RD (http://www.autogeek.net/menzerna-final-finish-po85rd.html)

----------------------------------

Wolfgang (http://www.autogeek.net/wococarca.html)
as mentioned earlier one of the lines produced by PMBA. Wolfgang has many excellent products in this line. On a side note they produce a couple very beginner and user friendly polish which are comparable to a couple of the polishes in the Menzerna line.

A couple of the many notable products:
Wolfgang Fuzion (http://www.autogeek.net/fuzion-wax-special.html)
Wolfgand TSR (http://www.autogeek.net/wolfgang-total-swirl-remover.html)
Wolfgang Plastik Surface Sealant (http://www.autogeek.net/plastik-surface-sealant.html)

--------------------------------------

DP (http://www.autogeek.net/detailers-pride.html)
as mentioned earlier another of the lines owned by PBMA and they also have some great products in their line.

A couple of the many notable products:
DP Wheel Glaze (http://www.autogeek.net/dp-wheel-glaze.html)
DP Total Interior Cleaner (http://www.autogeek.net/dp340.html)
DP Gloss Tire Gel (http://www.autogeek.net/dp330.html)
DP Polishing Pad Rejuvenator (http://www.autogeek.net/dp730.html)

--------------------------------------

Pinnacle (http://www.autogeek.net/pinnacleprod.html)
"Offer's the best line of car care using the best ingredients"

A couple of the many notable products:
Pinnacle Safe Scrub Bug & Tar Pad (http://www.autogeek.net/pinsafscrub.html)
Pinnacle Crystal Mist Carnauba Spray Wax (http://www.autogeek.net/pincrysmis.html)
Pinnacle Souveran Paste Carnauba Wax (http://www.autogeek.net/pinsouvwax.html)


There are a ton more brands products and things to say. I just got tired of typing and linking.

Here is a link to a library of articles that you may find interesting.

Articles by Mike Phillips (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/23722-articles-mike-phillips.html)



Fixed :D

[BenSRT]

I go reading on the forum,it so filled of big info!!:xyxthumbs:

[ScottB]

I have personally found that there are many great lines and specific products in each line to help.

[BenSRT]

yeah that's a very nice forum.

[MI Mike]

:iagree: With all the responses !!

Various forum members like different products. It all depends on what you are hoping to achieve as to what product you will use. (e.g. durability vs shine. Ease of application. Hand vs Machine application). I would suggest reviewing the various responses and come up with what looks like your personal preferences, etc. Then you would be able to ask about specifc product characteristics. There are alot of people here that will to help. They have used the products and are willing to give you their opinions, good or bad. By the way Welcome !!! Also, beware of the Buy One Get One Free (BOGO) offers. It will drain your wallet.

[Bunky]

There are a lot of very good products out there. If you are new and no pre-conceived bias (brands, specific products, etc), I suspect you will be satisfied with most products sold on autogeek.net. They all work but some may offer a better "experience".

I think the most selective area is polishes where products vary more especially depending on technique.

You will see opinions on various products that will vary in extremes: like - do not like. There is usually no wrong answer. It is what works for you and your technique.

Some people want the best at any price. Others want the most bang for the dollar. Some want to stay with one brand. More want easy application/removal (no tricks needed).

What is your interest? Sit back, read the threads.

[Mike Phillips]

Sorry man, I don't want to offend nobody on this forum,but I'm a newbie and I just try to speak you in English because my English is not perfect to read and write...I'm from Quebec,Canada and I speak French.


You're doing fine!




Sorry for my newbies questions and thanks a lot for us to help me!!


No worries, we all start out in the same place and that's knowing nothing and if we're lucky, we meet people that will help bring us further up the road faster than traveling alone.

You're in good company here...





witch products you advice me?



Usually I answer that type of question with these 2 questions...



What are you working on?
What are you trying to accomplish?



:)

[CEE DOG]

That's quite the reply Corey. I'm surprised anyone would take the time to write up all of that. Well done!

Thanks man, when I first saw it I thought where will I even begin maybe I'll go away now :) Then I thought I'm gonna go for it. I actually started the reply before anybody had replied so I was going for more then 30 minutes... I meant to do a little more and a little better but figured that was enough for starters. Some good links... Some random products... Some random opinion... :)Im the MAN



Wow great post Corey!

Fixed :D

Thanks for fixing that!

[BenSRT]

I have buy last week:

-Porter Cable 7424XP
-Backing plate 5.5"
- 2 Lake country finessing pad
- 1 polishing/finishing pad
-Meguiars M205
-Riccardo claybar

Let me know if I have make good homework;I would buy new pads and new products to make many applications with my DA:compound,heavy,medium,glaze.I'm interesting to buy Meguiars products because I know only this product,not too expensive for a beginner like me!!:buffing:

I have shopping for:

-Meguiars M-105 to compound
-Meguiars #83 to medium compound and heavy swirl remover
Lake country kit of 3 pads but I'm not sure wich is correct:2 orange and...

If I buy all this products it is a good beginner kit to make pratice?

just let me know if I go in the good direction please??