Starting Over

**JashGTP** · 04-19-2005, 09:24 AM

Ok my first post so dont be too rough.

I worked as a detailer at a Benz dealership as a highschool job. They didnt really do any training but i learned some cool tricks of the trade.

But now i discovered this website and i need to refine what im doing and follow you guys.

I want to start over with my cleaning supplies. So my question is...

What do i need to start detailing my new car.

I got a 1998 black pontiac GTP.

Im only intrested in working with the paint right now.

I have a pc on the way...which pads, and waxes and etc??

thanks

**JashGTP** · 04-19-2005, 10:46 AM

This website has ssssssooooooooooooooo much information its all so confusing but i guess ive found two things that im positive i will buy.

Poorboys SSR 2

Poorboys Ex or EX P ~ not sure which one

but still need advise for soap, pads, clay bar, etc

**Eliot Ness** · 04-19-2005, 11:51 AM

OK, I`ll make some suggestions and try to keep it simple.

Polish: Poorboy`s SSR2.5 and SSR1

Wash: Poorboys SS&S (Super Slick & Suds Car Wash)

Pads: Sonus DAS or Propel pads (order a kit and you`ll also get the correct size backing plate).

Clay: You can probably find some Clay Magic locally, it looks like this.

Wax/Sealer: Poorboy`s EX for dark colors or EX-P for light colors. If you want to top your sealer with a carnauba wax you can try some Poorboy`s Natty`s paste.

Tire Dressing: Poorboy`s Bn`B (Bold N Bright)

I tried to stay with one brand (Poorboy`s) since their products are easy to use. There are a lot of different combos/products to try, but these will get you started and then you can experiment.

**JashGTP** · 04-19-2005, 11:52 AM

thank you very much just was on the poorboys website and well just needed some conformation

anyone else?

**imported_Denzil** · 04-19-2005, 12:06 PM

I agree with Eliot... you can start with those considering the Poorboy`s product line is sun-friendly. I personally started with these products:

Polish: 4* SMR

Wash: Meg`s Gold Class

Propel Pads: 1 black, 2 blue, 2 green, 1 yellow, 1 orange (in order of increasing abrasiveness)

Clay: 4* clay

Paint cleaner: 4* paint cleaner

Sealer: 4* UPP

Just another route of products to consider.

**JashGTP** · 03-31-2007, 02:05 PM

Bringing this post back from the dead...

i did get the poorboys world stuff and tried it out.

I dont have any before pics because this was a long time ago but here were the end results.

It was all by hand because i did not have PC yet. what do you think?

**metload1** · 03-31-2007, 02:15 PM

Awesome!

I`m currently working on getting my white GTP in order lol. Great job!

**smokin180** · 03-31-2007, 06:56 PM

by hand[holy xoxo] looks greath//autopia.org/forum/images/smilies/bowdown.gif

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**klumzypinoy** · 03-31-2007, 07:09 PM

Wow that`s really nice, especially considering u did SSR2.5 by hand. I love Poorboy`s Super Slick & Suds

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**imported_Denzil** · 04-01-2007, 11:28 PM

Nice job! I didn`t realize I had posted in this thread, LoL. Nonetheless, I look forward to seeing more of your progress. So when will you get your PC?