just wanted to see what the breakdown of costs looks like for you guys who do this for real for real. im more talking about stuff aside from just washing and drying materials like orbitals or sealants and other higher-end stuff

i just have stuff like good soaps, MF sponges/towels, mothers claybar stuff, a few waxes, tire gel, window cleaner, leather conditioners and small random things. i really want to get an orbital so i can learn how to polish :hs:

 

Just spent over $400 at DI. :a:
(shameless plug, George/Greg I would like another discount )

303: Aerospace Protectant
Chemical Guys: Microfiber Cleaning Detergent
Sheepskin Wash Mitts w/no thumb
Microfiber: Applicator Pads
Microfiber: Waffle Weave Drying Towels - 36" x 24"
Porter Cable 7424 Advanced Kit :gorgeous:
Grit Guard Inserts
Klasse: All In One (AIO)
Klasse: High Gloss Sealant Glaze (HGSG)
Menzerna: Finishing Touch Glaze (FTG)
Menzerna: Intensive Polish (IP)


Detailing season is upon us and wanna get this done right.

 

Pretty much everything sold on www.showcarsupplies.com

seriously. not a plug. I have a Porter Cable 7424 with Lake Country orange/white/black pads. i have 3-5 of each color.
I've got all sorts of premium micro fiber
303 products
Prima products
Meguiars

i really should take a picture, but meh

easily over a 1000 bucks worth of product/towels/machinery. of course, it was bought over a period of time. Anytime I replenish actual product (polish/sealant/clay/lube/QD's/etc) I'll buy a towel or two.

 

oh buddy. this is when i wish i had lots of money to blow on just resources like that :wtc:

 

you can look at it like that, but keep in mind i've had 5 cars in the last 8 years. plus i tend to work on friends/family cars from time to time.