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    New Toy: Husky 1800 PSI Electric Pressure Washer

    I picked up the same husky 1800psi 2 nights ago for $99 at HD, so i returned the Karcher 1600psi for the same price at walmart, i bought earlier in the day Good thing about it - 3 year warranty vs Karcher's 1 year. It also seems to be more better built and heavier
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    Positive's vs Negative's of a Foam Cannon

    I'm trying to figure out the +'s and -'s of a foam cannon. If i go with a foam cannon, it's less rubbing the car which is a good thing, but would i still need a mf mitt? Do you just mix your soap and water in the bottle and attach the gun? Foam cannon's are for pw's right? Foam gun's for garden...
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    Home Depot has a sell on

    Husky 1800 PSI Electric Pressure Washer - $99, regular price $189 I picked one up last night and will put it to use
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    Am I charging too much?

    You charge 35-50 for a wash? The non english speaking guy does it for 10
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    Am I charging too much?

    Im still trying to understand. How can someone pay for wash & wax for $80, when they can go down the street and get the same thing done for $20?? Im from california, and in my area, there are alot of non english mexican speaking guys driving around in their trucks using quality detail products...
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    2 Bucket Method???

    Someone explain? I know it's 1 bucket with soap and water, and the 2nd bucket with just water?
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    Someone explain mixtures plz 4:1, 5:1 etc..

    Is it ounces? The first number is water and 2nd is chemical right?
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    Cleaning chrome, alumimum etc..wheels???

    There are a ton of wheel cleaners out there. I hear some acid cleaners can really screw up some wheels. Is there a cleaner other than soap and brushes that can be used on all rims chrome, aluminum etc..???? Simple green, purple power?
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    How fast is Autogeek Shipping?

    If i ordered Tuesday morning, when will i get my products? I live in California
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    3D Products anyone?

    Anyone ever try 3D products? There is a shop around the corner, and was just checking to see if anyone has tried any of their products, and your experiences.
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    "But he's Cheaper!!!" What do you do?

    I actually used that line last week. The guy told me, " a house is an investment. a car is not an investment" oh well
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    "But he's Cheaper!!!" What do you do?

    Regarding Jose That was actually pretty funny. He uses over the counter products, probably does a pretty decent job, charges less than the norm, and has plenty of customers . His english aint so great, and we really dont know how good his work is from the videos. But Jose is exactly what im...
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    "But he's Cheaper!!!" What do you do?

    A portfolio is a good thing. That way, potential clients can see your proven work, and not just what you say. Actions speak louder than words I'm still trying to figure it out here Anybody can wash a car, vacuum a car, clean wheels and tires, clean windows, hand polish, chrome parts ie...
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    "But he's Cheaper!!!" What do you do?

    So do we always go for the top of the line products? The only things i can see something be messed up, is if you use a product that it's not intended for, like using a degreaser as a wax etc..., I figure if someone waxes a car by hand, there is less room to screw up vs using a buffer etc.. The...
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    "But he's Cheaper!!!" What do you do?

    How do you guys deal with low ballers? The guys who use professional products or even otc products, do the same things you do, and they do it for half of what you charge? How do you convince a client that your work is better at your price vs the low baller who does the exact same thing? If im...
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    Just getting started for weekends only, tips?

    Hey guys I am planning on washing and vacuuming cars on the weekends to help bring in some extra cash to help pay off some bills. I live at the beach so i would be servicing rich people. Im not looking to make lots of money doing this. It's just something extra I picked up a generator, leaf...
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