For regular bucket washes:
2 Buckets and grit guards (Gamma Seals are nice too)
Wash pad (Probably will want two of these, but one can do)
Car Shampoo (16oz will probably serve you for a quite a while especially if you're mixing in Rinseless Washes)
Great White Drying Towel(s) (One will dry my whole 2500 Duramax, but two may be nice if you're cycling them)
Detail Spray (Drying aid, shine adder, leaves the paint slick, and many more uses)
For Rinseless Washes:
16oz Rinseless Wash (This can make 12-16 buckets worth of RW solution, watch the videos, which can keep for 2 weeks or more if stored correctly )
6-8 Double Soft Towels (Yes they're expensive, but you'll want them. Fold them in 1/4s and use a new surface ever 1-2 swipes, depending on the dirt level, your mileage may vary)
I think that's all you'll need for keeping a car clean. Other members can chime in.
Yes there are a lot of products, I remember (Not too long ago) when I was overwhelmed by what gets used how and the like but spending time on these forums, asking questions, and watching the videos answered all my questions where now I have a strong knowledge of what product is used for what and how to use it in the Adam's line. If you have questions, just keep asking them, we have nothing better to do on here than answer them .
Not to add confusion, but if it doesn't get all that dirty...just dust, fingerprints, and the like...WW is amazing stuff, too (and it smells really good). Also note you can dilute RW 16:1 to make a waterless wash-like soution at a more economical price point.
Sounds like a plan. Have fun and welcome to the addiction. You'll start picking up more things every order..."Eh, maybe I'll try some Tire and Rubber Cleaner....All Purpose Cleaner looks good...Glass Sealant? Throw it in there...Do I nee --Yes I do..." etc.
