I use a pet ear cleanser called Epi-otic by Virbac. I use it every 1-2 weeks. I just moisten two cotton balls for each ear and clean them out. So far I don't think I will need to pull out his ear hair.
Clippers, I use safari nail clippers, size large. I clip him every two weeks.
If you get started with these things right away, it becomes very easy.