SPECIFICALLY, ONE OF THE BETTER OPTIONS readily AVAILABLE: 303 One of my mentees reached out to me tonight about some problems he was experiencing with a product I recommended. A week or two ago, he asked for a good interior protectant that he could find at an auto parts store or Walmart. I suggested 303, […]
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I’ve mentioned this before, but I want to share my top recommendation for cleaning and restoring rubber floor mats. It’s McKee’s Floor Mat and Cargo Liner Rejuvenator, which you can find here: https://mckees37.com/…/floor-mat-cargo-liner…. Is it a bit pricey? Yes, I admit it is. However, in my experience over the last five years, I haven’t found
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Why Good Communication and Great Customer Service Are Key to a Successful Business!! Last week, I told you guys about the upcoming service on a Lincoln Nautilus Hybrid with a comprehensive detail and protection package. Despite receiving a quote from another detailer that was less than half of mine, this customer chose to trust my
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****TLDR Warning. Post is long but hopefully helpful It’s 2024 and you’ve taken the plunge into the world of detailing—now it’s time to elevate your game for 2025! Here’s your roadmap to enhancing efficiency, resulting in increased profits as you move forward. Throughout my journey, I’ve had the privilege of mentoring many individuals in building
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Note: This is my personal opinion based on my experience and testing. Your results may vary. This is not meant to criticize Detail.co; it’s a solid product, in my humble opinion. I’ve shared my microfiber wash care routine a few times on the board. My process differs from many others, and some might disagree with
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There is a persistent, false narrative circulating on discussion boards (and in the detailing industry as a whole) that needs to be put to rest. The claim? “Rinseless washes are not safe and can only be used on lightly dirty and/or coated vehicles.” This statement is not just misleading—it’s flat-out wrong, and it frustrates me
If you’ve been keeping up with my detailing content, you know I’m a massive advocate for rinseless washes. They’re efficient, versatile, and a game-changer for both enthusiasts and professionals—especially when water restrictions or time constraints are a factor. Best of all, IMHO, they are the most efficient, both in terms of cost and time spent.
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On my first post I had someone ask this question. “Is Rinseless wash feasible for the majority of jobs, from maintenance level up to extremely dirty vehicles?”So, Let’s break this down and address it:I completely understand people’s concerns, and this is a great question to ask when exploring rinseless washing as a method for all
Starting your detailing business is an exciting journey, but let’s be honest—getting those first few customers can feel like the hardest part. Probably the #1 question on the board consistently is “Where do you find clients?” So, how do you stand out in an industry full of competitors? And how do you avoid the all-too-common
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Hey guys and gals, let’s get straight to the point here. I know I’ve explained this so many times in various places, but I’m still seeing people recommend this bad practice again and again. So, let me state this as clearly as possible: Do NOT use APC (All-Purpose Cleaner) on interiors. Listen, I’m not here to argue
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