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Good luck, and feel free to ask any other questions you might have!

Doug - Product choice is a highly personal preference discussion. The process is always the most important aspect, and it's best if you can try a few different products to see what *you* like best. For car wash, I typically use Zaino Z7, Griot's Car Wash, or Meguiar's NXT Wash. For a sealant...

As long as you apply it very thinly, it works as advertised.

Be cautious when using the Absorber. They have no nap to "cushion" any missed dirt, etc., which can lead to scratching and/or swirling. I prefer and recommend a quality waffle weave microfiber towel

Armor All is a water-based dressing and will not have a negative effect on the dash or other interior pieces. It may not be my first choice of interior dressing, but it won't harm anything.

There's not necessarily a concrete definition for every term used in detailing. I was just clarifying that Z5 Pro and Z2 Pro are pure sealants and not abrasive/cleaning polishes. :)

Technically, Zaino Z5 Pro and Z2 Pro are pure sealants, not polishes. True polishes have abrasives and/or cleaners. :)

In my experience, NXT only lasts 2-4 weeks.

I found Adam's products to be very easy to use, but the durability is pretty limited (around 2 months). kgelliot - is this going to be your daily driver or a weekend car?

There are a multitude of products out there that will look great (some more durable than others). It really boils down to how often you are wanting to apply something.

Although sealants are primarily designed for paint, they work on any hard, non-textured surface - paint, glass, wheels, bumpers (chrome and paint), etc. I wax/seal every exterior surface except for the tires and textured trim

I would recommend covering the vehicle in foam *and* using a bucket also (two actually). This is not correct. It works very nicely in the foam gun.

A leaf blower (electric) is a great option. If money isn't really a concern, there's the Metro Vacuum/Blower.

The PC is a great tool for anyone to have in their detailing arsenal. Very safe and very versatile.

Supplies: -car wash soap with high lubricity -high quality sheepskin wash mitts -foam gun -2 buckets with grit guards for paint -1 bucket and mitt for wheels -high quality microfiber towels -210+ mph electric leaf blower -high quality sealant and/or wax -quick detailer Method: -Wash...

If you like Zaino, great. If you don't like Zaino, that's great too. That's why I listed 7 different brands. :)

Sealants can be applied by hand or machine, just like any liquid wax. Many companies make sealants - Zaino Z5 Pro and Z2 Pro, Wolfgang Deep Gloss Paint Sealant, Jeff's Werkstatt Acrylic Jett, Klasse Sealant Glaze, Rejex, Mother's Reflections, Meguiar's #21, etc. Thanks for the welcome :cool

A paint sealant is essentially a wax on steriods (ie. greater durability and heat tolerance). Check out an automotive detailing forum...they think the idea of paint sealants has some merit, too. Periodic waxing with paste wax isn't going to give you anything more than periodic protection. :)...

The problem with using a typical paste wax is the fact that it doesn't hold up to the heat that is generated in that area. Stick with a durable paint sealant.

They can be sealed with a quality paint sealant.