Its a nice day so i think im gonna clean the car up nice.Obviously wash and dry first but what should i do next in what order??? I have swirl marks in hood for sure so i bought this turtle wax rubbing compound for light scratches and swirls.Can i get the swirls out without a machine?? Can i just use good ol fashion elbow grease? Also id like to clay bar it as well.And then also wax.So should i do rubbing compound,then clay bar,then wax?? or what order?? Also any good reccomendations on a good wax? Ill be going to auto zone or advance auto parts for this.I would like to get away from using a buffer because ive never used one but if you think its necessary i can get one.Please specify for what applications would i need a buffer.sorry for insane newbiness on this subject.haha.thanks

nevermind,i dug up some info.thanks

http://www.autopia.org/forum/car-detailing/115376-internet-resources-newbs.html

Before doing anything, take some time to go through the relevant tutorials. Then, stop back and we can discuss your specific needs. Really, do yourself a big favor and don't touch your paint until you familiarize yourself with what's involved. The X's paint is very thin; there's little room for error.

cool,thanks.i did end up doing some claybarring and waxing but nothing aggressive at all and i didnt use a buffer or special pads.kinda a half ass really good cleaning.haha.it looks really good but not perfect. some time i will do good research and really do it good and right.safely