Starter Detailing Kit

[azacura]

Hello everyone,

I'm new to this site and apologize if this questions has been asked beforew which I'm sure it has. I just a purchased a 2013 Acura TSX Special Edition (Black). I would like to maintain it nice and clean so I need your advice on what products to get for exterior and interior detailing. I also own a 2007 Toyota Sequoia (Black) which it desperately needs a full detailing job. Because I'm new to detailing the products I purchase I will be using them on the Sequoia then when I feel confortable I use the Acuras.

Thank you in advance for all your feedback.

[sproketser]

This link will help you allot mate : Auto Detailing Facts, auto detailing Tips, How to detailing Guides, how to polish, how to wax, DIY detailing, do it yourself guides (http://www.autogeek.net/detailingtips.html)

[Anthony@zerboautoworks]

You should purchase Mike Phillips book sold here on Autogeek called "The art of detailing" that would be a great starting point, plus you will have the book forever and you will not have to browse the internet to find every answer to every question you have, so much easier for newbies starting out.

[sproketser]

Wish I bought the book at first also , but didn t know it existed before joining in .

[Evan.J]

Hey Al

Here is an article on how to detail and maintain you new vehicle:
http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/54451-how-detail-your-brand-new-car-mike-phillips.html

If your Toyota has scratches and swirl marks and you want to remove those then at the minimum you with need a Dual Action polisher. Don't be afraid though because these machines are very user friendly and very safe.

You need to determine the condition of your paint first and foremost:
http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/off-topic/38689-what-condition-paint-your-vehicles.html

Next you will want to check for above surface contamination. This contamination will give your paint a very rough and grit like feeling. This grit will reduce the amount of gloss that you can achieve but that's ok it can be removed by clay.

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-expert-featuring-mike-phillips/43190-gloss-starts-first-smooth-surface.html

Here is an easy test to do to check for the above surface contamination. It's called the Baggie Test:
http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/how-articles/27967-baggie-test-how-inspect-above-surface-bonded-contaminants.html

Once you have done the test then what you need to do is get some clay and lube to remove the contamination. This is all explained here by Mike Phillips:
[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfxAesk4Po4]Part 1 - How to use detailing clay - YouTube[/video]

[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=opfK408uIxM]Part 2 - How to use detailing clay - YouTube[/video]

That will give you a start! Also can you post photos of your vehicle is your current condition!

[banzaitoyota]

And restraint is your frieend! You I don't need every prooduct offered. Learn to use a few products well instead of havng a lot of product not working well for you

[Anthony@zerboautoworks]

It is a great book and I think after your read it you will be happy you bought it and once you get you skills up your next book should be "The complete guide to a show car shine.

[Evan.J]

It is a great book and I think after your read it you will be happy you bought it and once you get you skills up your next book should be "The complete guide to a show car shine.

:iagree: good call Anthony both awesome books!

How are you enjoying Renny's book?

[Anthony@zerboautoworks]

:iagree: good call Anthony both awesome books!

How are you enjoying Renny's book?

I'm enjoying the book, it's a great book so much info. Wish I would have bought this book sooner.

[eyost]

And restraint is your frieend! You I don't need every prooduct offered. Learn to use a few products well instead of havng a lot of product not working well for you

:iagree:

[spiralout462]

You should purchase Mike Phillips book sold here on Autogeek called "The art of detailing" that would be a great starting point, plus you will have the book forever and you will not have to browse the internet to find every answer to every question you have, so much easier for newbies starting out.

:iagree:I read the book, then joined the forum shortly thereafter. I haven't looked back since. This hobby has been an outstanding learning experience for me! Detailing and proper car care is a very rewarding endevour! Welcome to AGO!!!

[azacura]

Thank you everyone for your awsome responses. I went ahead and order Mike Phillips´book as you recommended Anthony.

Thank you again.

[sproketser]

Thank you everyone for your awsome responses. I went ahead and order Mike Phillips´book as you recommended Anthony.

Thank you again.


Lots of stuff to learn in there mate .

[azacura]

Hey Al


That will give you a start! Also can you post photos of your vehicle is your current condition!


Thank you Evan for your reply, those where great videos. As for the photos I will definately post some as soon as I get the hang of it. I've never participated in an online forum so I'm not sure this reply go through. Will see.

Thanks

[Evan.J]

Thank you Evan for your reply, those where great videos. As for the photos I will definately post some as soon as I get the hang of it. I've never participated in an online forum so I'm not sure this reply go through. Will see.

Thanks

Here is a nice how to by ihaveacamaro Roshan:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2SBaKtIELOQ&feature=player_embedded