boyguan

just curious what kind of pads i would need to detail roughly 2 cars.

I just got my PC.

I ordered the LC pad kit from DD as well as the 3 pad SONUS kit my gf got for me.

anything else i need in my arsenal?

HankookS2K

is this your first time with a buffer?

boyguan

yep its my first time but i want to get a "general idea" what pads i might need to get.

i have much experience with hand tools so not worried about much.

HankookS2K

then the pads you ordered through dd should be fine, the LC kit and the sonus kit are perfect for ya. you dont really need anything else at this point.

what products as far as polishes waxes and things are you using?

boyguan

i ordered the alex kit

swirl/polish/finish

i have a bunch of misc stuff at home i will try as well. nothing like a before and after and a half this and that to try

wanabe

the last thing that you need in your arsenal is where our how-tos are...

be sure to spend lotsa time reading the how to polish and check out the videos. its not like any other detailing procedure- not wipe on rub a little and wipe off... more like wipe on, rub it to death, and then wipe off-
but again, check out the how tos for the details.

my most popular tip is to post up in your local forum that you have a new machine and need some know-how... supply the machine and refreshments (plenty) and you will get a hands on lesson in the how to, make a new friend, and have a new skill all in one!!