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    Polisher help or recommendations?

    Hi, I am shopping for polishers now as I am prepping for the launch of my mobile detail business in 2015. Which polisher is better? I've been looking at the Porter Cable XP and the Cyclo polisher. They both seem pretty good, but it's hard to justify the price of the Cyclo over the PC. I...
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    Need tips on a good pressure washer

    Hi All, I'm looking for advice on which pressure washer I should go with. Can anyone provide a recommendation? I need something that I can wash cars with and clean engines with too. Also, advice on hot vs. cold water units and electric units would be good since I don't want to add the extra...
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    Typical Timeframe Until Profitability Occurs After Startup

    Hi Everyone, Thanks in advance for all of the great advice and resources for information regard the business of professional detailing. It has been a great help for me in many regards. The advice on the forum has helped me to gain some serious perspective on what it takes and what issues can...
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    Washing Car in Direct Sunlight at a Customer's Location

    Hi All, When washing a customer's vehicle at their location and there is no source of shade for the vehicle, does anyone set up a canopy or tarp to block the sun from drying the vehicle too soon and creating water spots? If not, what are some other strategies or products that are used to...
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    Subcription Plans/Services

    Hi All, I am writing my business plan for a mobile car wash & detail that I am looking to start next year and was just wondering how any of the established detail businesses handle the billing for their monthly maintenance plans? Keeping everything organized and ensuring that everything runs...
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    How long should it take to properly wash a car?

    Hi Everyone, I am planning out the launch of the mobile wash and detail business. I am thinking about offering a basic and a slightly better than basic wash in addition to my regular detailing options at different price points. For those that have been doing this for a while, I have a...
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