TalonLM

Ok, called around and here is what I got for just outside detailing.

They all use 3 step system.

One uses autobrite cherry wax (89.99)

One uses whatever I want but recommends a wax w/teflon (130.00)

One uses #2 Meguires, then #7, then hand waxes plus seleant. (65.00)

Any comments on which one to go with?

I found on an earlier thread what to ask (# of steps used, do they use clay, what wax they use). So that was the intelligent questions I used. Thanks!

nynyvtecjstkickdinyo

but, this all sounds WAYYYY too cheap for it to have any value. These sound like the prices you would get at the back of the local car wash for their "pro detailing services" if you get my meaning.

autobrite cherry wax? never heard of it. could be great of it could be smuckers jam, I couldnt say, but id lean towards jam.

the second guy recommends teflon? are u cooking eggs on the car? no stick brownies? does he also use PAM cooking spray as his quick detailer?

The 3rd sounds more promising... but 65.00? Cant imagine that kind of work done the way it should costing 65.00.

Are all these guys doing clay bar step? What are the first 2 guys using as the polishing steps? It all sounds kinda vague. What state are you in? I never got real serious pricing out a pro, but a decent outside job should run about 150 minimum I think.

Keep in mind this is all just my opinion.

schnellmb

I think I would just go to Autozone, buy some clay, get Meg's Paint Cleaner, and use their High Tech Yellow wax...why pay some clown.

3M has some wax that has Teflon in it...not shure.

I prefer running my hands over the curves of the A6.... : ^ )<ul><li><a href="http://www.expresssolutions.us/products.htm#wax">autobite....lol</a></li></ul>

SLVR6

I Clay the car, polish and seal with Hi-Temp Products. Also I also steam the interior carpets and clean/protect the interior leather. To me a ture detail is getting the outside and inside of the car fully clean not just half *** it and clean the outside only.

TalonLM

My wife and detail the inside and it's pretty spotless. We're just not so hot on outside care.

While we're on the subject...what exactly is the clay for? I know, nOOb from hell. Is it for overspray?

TalonLM

Oh yeah, I'm in Albuquerque, NM. Most things are probably cheaper then NY!

SLVR6

it is a good prep procedure to ensure that the polish and sealant will bond to the paint and leave the best possible shine.

1Fun S8

quality products

SLVR6

Its all about quality products I think, plus using the good stuff makes it easier on me

Jeff Vader - boscoj

eww, #2 is Fine Cut Cleaner, pretty nasty, would not use it without #9 swirl remover . . .