Alright, sure it's been asked before but I need some help...

ismegamanthere · 03-15-2008, 06:00 PM

I'm looking to do some detailing jobs on the side this coming summer for some extra cash on top of the job I already have. I work about 30 hours a week and honestly, I really do need some more cash to hold me over with stuff... SO, my question is what do I need to really get into the detailing business? I currently do pretty basic stuff, stereotypical wash and dry, quick spray detailer from Maguires, some waxing here and there. I really want to get good at this though, what kind of buffer would be best? What about clay? Sprays? Best brush for cleaning wheels? Anyways, I'm sorry if this has been asked 10,000 other times so I apologize in advance and I thank everyone in advance.

EDIT:Crap, there's a whole how to sticky, my bad.

Can a mod delete this thread?

'05CrystalGray · 03-17-2008, 09:37 AM

Check out Autopia.org

If you want a really good idea of all the products used check out the Click & Brag section. Most detailers list there process and products. It's not going to be cheap.

JBss · 03-17-2008, 10:05 AM

wait, are you asking what kind of supplies you need? If you don't even know the first thing about it then i'd look for extra money somewhere else....

you need a lot more besides the basic supplies to get up and running (think a couple years to build a customer base).

03-15-2008, 06:00 PM	#1
ismegamanthere Amateur STI Driver Car: Silver 05 WRX Fav Mod: Coming Soon Posts: 27 Join Date: Sep 2007 Trader Rating: (1)	Alright, sure it's been asked before but I need some help... I'm looking to do some detailing jobs on the side this coming summer for some extra cash on top of the job I already have. I work about 30 hours a week and honestly, I really do need some more cash to hold me over with stuff... SO, my question is what do I need to really get into the detailing business? I currently do pretty basic stuff, stereotypical wash and dry, quick spray detailer from Maguires, some waxing here and there. I really want to get good at this though, what kind of buffer would be best? What about clay? Sprays? Best brush for cleaning wheels? Anyways, I'm sorry if this has been asked 10,000 other times so I apologize in advance and I thank everyone in advance. EDIT:Crap, there's a whole how to sticky, my bad. Can a mod delete this thread? This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad. Last edited by ismegamanthere : 03-15-2008 at 06:04 PM.

03-17-2008, 09:37 AM	#2
'05CrystalGray STI Driver Car: 05 STI, 03 Cobra Location: Colorado Posts: 294 Join Date: Apr 2005 Trader Rating: (1)	Re: Alright, sure it's been asked before but I need some help... Check out Autopia.org If you want a really good idea of all the products used check out the Click & Brag section. Most detailers list there process and products. It's not going to be cheap.

03-17-2008, 10:05 AM	#3
JBss Lurker Car: 97 BMW 528i Fav Mod: Cupholders? Location: Los Angeles Posts: 7 Join Date: Aug 2007 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Alright, sure it's been asked before but I need some help... wait, are you asking what kind of supplies you need? If you don't even know the first thing about it then i'd look for extra money somewhere else.... you need a lot more besides the basic supplies to get up and running (think a couple years to build a customer base). This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.