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So, I have finally decided to start blogging specifically about specifically the business side of the detailing industry, most notably my business and my journey going from a one man home based operation to a much larger scale business. I'm going to do this for a few reasons: 1. To hold myself...

So I took on another really tough interior project a couple of months ago. A prospective customer called and said that she had a Ford Contour that had some really bad interior issues and needed professional help. Naturally, I took it on! I love challenges and this was was on of the worst I have...

Ok folks, first of all, I consider myself a very good detailer. If you've ever seen any of my interior show and shines, you can tell I'm a top notch interior detailer. There is always room for improvement, however. I'm very good at exteriors also, maybe not the top 5% of paint correction...

For the last few months I have been beta testing the new MD Ceramic 360 three year coating from Micro Detailer. I have put it on several vehicles thus far, and every one has turned out flawless. The coating is very easy to apply, looks great, and has great hydrophobic properties. Like any new to...

Well folks, it's been a while since I've posted some of my interior detailing antics, and this Ford Escape was a good place to start on some of my backlogged pictures from my interior projects. To let anyone know ahead of time, I will take on basically any interior job, no matter how bad, as...

I've been using HD Cut for a while now and am running low, its time to switch things up. I use a Rupes 15 with either foam or MF pads exclusively. Looking at either the new Hyper Compound or 3D AAT as my new go to. I don't go small, if I order something it is usually in gallon quantity and I...

I'm considering starting a string of YouTube videos strictly detailing business related, and I'm wanting to gauge interest and participation before I put my very short in supply time and effort into it. There are tons of videos/write-ups about product and technique, but very few about actual...

Well folks, they say if you are not changing you are not growing! I'm considering some really big changes, and would appreciate some good input. 1. Removing basic services. My basic detail package is simply a wash/wax, vacuum and quick interior cleaning. The problem is, this package more than...

Ok, so my Ram 1500 is having some serious problems. It's time to trade, and trade fast. One of the vehicles I've spotted is a 2012 Ford Escape that used to be a fleet vehicle. I desperately NEED a dual purpose work/personal vehicle since my wife is going back to work soon. The escape has a...

Hi folks, First off, thanks to Nick for sending me a gallon of this product review. I have lots of pictures of this APC in use on my phone, and will upload them in further posts. My busy season has started really early this year, and am a little pinched for time. If you want to read the retail...

Well folks, March is here and for those who operate as a business it is about to get super busy. My phone has already been lighting up with inquiries and it is sleeting and snowing outside right now. What are your goals for 2015? What do you want to do differently or better? Some of my...

Hi guys, I'm looking to add some new equipment and wanted some input from pro's who use theirs a lot, both mobile and non mobile. Pressure washer. I have a 3k PSI gas unit, but it is far too cumbersome to use mobile all the time. What would you guys recommend for medium/heavy duty use electric...

I've always favored using a little bit of everything that brings me the best results. That being said, I'm running low on polish/compound and am considering simplifying my system by switching to the complete Rupes pad/polish/polisher system. Anyone else run the complete system? What are your...

A few months back a local Casino contacted me regarding doing a VIP car wash event for their high level gamblers. After many weeks of organization and preparation we finally set up a date and began moving toward the event in full speed. They wanted for the interior and exterior to be cleaned...

I'm in the midst of solidifying an agreement to do a detailing event for a local casino's VIP clients. I'm doing an on site visit next week and completing all of the paperwork to be a vendor, insurance information, ect. before the date is finalized. At this point, it is looking to be in mid...

I've started making preliminary planning to do a large detailing event for a local casino's VIP clientele. The tentative plan is to do express details on a large amount of vehicles over either a single day or two day stretch. I'm looking for some local Autogeekers that might be interested in...

Worked on a Tahoe today that had a lot of heavy sap. Did my normal routine then used heavy duty clay on it. Took the sap off the surface but there is a LOT of staining. Tried polish, adhesive remover, ect. to no avail. This is a LOT of heavy sap that has baked itself into the clearcoat(been...

For those of you that have used C4, how far does this product really go? I got contacted about a Jeep Rubicon with badly faded trim and was wondering if the 30ml bottle would be sufficient to coat all of the trim. Also, any hints and techniques applying this stuff? I've used plenty of trim...

Well my trust old PCXP finally totally broke down so I am in need of a small pad polisher urgently. Are you guys running '3 or '4 inch pads on your mini? Which pads are working well? The Rupes pads look nice but seem really pricy when I can get B&S MF 4' pads for a really nice price. I run...

Seeing all these threads about pricing/packages I thought I would share this article I wrote and Robert Keppel posted on his website. Guys, improving your client base is the way to improve your pricing and revenue. Don't always stoop to the lowest common denominator and think you have to...