Disturbing Interior Detail - Dodge Nitro by Visual Pro Detailing

Sometimes there's those jobs that you really have to want to do or you'd never even think about doing them. Then there's the ones that are offered to you and after assessing the situation, you take a deep breath, swallow hard and say, CHALLENGE ACCEPTED! :laughing: This one kinda sorta fell somewhere in between.

As you stated in your OP, the "pretty, shiny, wow-factor" portion of the job was pretty much out the window from the start on this one, although, given the extreme situation you faced going in, you were able to get some areas pretty effing shiny/pretty and that fact alone is the wow-factor!

Jobs like this one that pose monumental challenges have the ability to discourage when a particular stain won't come out or a certain area just won't shine no matter how or what you do - at least I've experienced that a few times in the past and I just have to tell myself, it's not me or the product that failed, it's the customer for having allowed their vehicle to be exposed to whatever the Hell it is you're dealing with.

Take a bow, sir... your performance on this one was epic! Nicely done!

PS: Most fabric stores carry that uber-thick, clear urethane/vinyl sheeting by the yard. You know... that stuff people used to put on their couches to keep them from getting stained.... So attractive!! :laughing: :laughing: :laughing:
 
Coach Steve said:
PS: Most fabric stores carry that uber-thick, clear urethane/vinyl sheeting by the yard. You know... that stuff people used to put on their couches to keep them from getting stained.... So attractive!! :laughing: :laughing: :laughing:
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Haha, you know, I've always hated that. I know people who leave the plastic on their floorboards and immediately buy seat covers for their seats when they get a new car. What do you accomplish? The NEXT owner gets to finally enjoy the car? Now, I'm all over protecting the vehicle in ways that doesn't affect it's appearance or enjoyment factor negatively. But it just gets silly! Why sit on the couch with the dust cover still on it; why not just get a couple folding chairs? Would be less noisy. What is the point of owning something that you are too afraid to use properly?

BUT... then I see crap like this thread, and I wonder if there are people out there who probably should wrap their couch in plastic... just to make cleanup a little easier.
 
Coach Steve said:
As you stated in your OP, the "pretty, shiny, wow-factor" portion of the job was pretty much out the window from the start on this one, although, given the extreme situation you faced going in, you were able to get some areas pretty effing shiny/pretty and that fact alone is the wow-factor!
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You know, that was one of the things that really bugged me about this job. I know it looked tremendously better than when I started, but the inner perfectionist inside me was not happy at all with the results. When I do a comprehensive detail, I always want to get that "like new" result.

I appreciate all the kind words. I've had a couple asking me about the process for using Chemical Guys Fabric Clean.

To start off, in this situation I used the CG FC in my tornador and extractor, which is pretty self explanatory. The seats were pre-soaked with Folex, when extracted with CG FC and APC+ in the extractor reservoir. And no, I normally do not put a solution in my extractor. This was an extenuating circumstance.

Normally for steaming I will use CG FC with my steamer by pre treating carpets, steaming, misting again with CG FC, then agitating and absorbing with interior MF towels.

CG FC is a great cleaning product, but only effective on light stains. Folex is much better for stains.

CG FC can also be used by hand to clean carpets, upholstery. Not the same results, but can be great if you are dealing with a lightly soiled vehicle. It is one of the new CG products I actually use regularly, although with Optimum's new carpet cleaning product being released I might be switching to that.

If anyone else has questions about process please let me know. :dblthumb2:
 
I hope you received a million dollars for that pig sty. great job
 
jankerson said:
Nothing to do with character at all....

It's more about basic behavior, what they are used to and habit and about how a person is raised.

One has to ask how a person could even get into a car like that in the 1st place... And how they are used to something like that in the 1st place...

And that's knowing how bad it is......

I have seen cars/trucks owned by construction guys that looked better than that on the inside...

And that's with the mud and dirt......

Heck my Ex Wife was a total slob and her car didn't look even near that bad and she had 2 dogs.... I wouldn't touch her car, she had to do the inside herself before I would get near it.

One of those people that you could see the trail of where they have been.......

That said I am sure the house looks just like the car unless someone else has been cleaning it.... And I would bet money on it....
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Heck my Ex Wife was a total slob and her car didn't look even near that bad and she had 2 dogs.... I wouldn't touch her car, she had to do the inside herself before I would get near it.
This really made me laugh,...not because u said it but because u married a total slob!!!:doh:
 
VP Mark said:
You know, that was one of the things that really bugged me about this job. I know it looked tremendously better than when I started, but the inner perfectionist inside me was not happy at all with the results. When I do a comprehensive detail, I always want to get that "like new" result.

I appreciate all the kind words. I've had a couple asking me about the process for using Chemical Guys Fabric Clean.

To start off, in this situation I used the CG FC in my tornador and extractor, which is pretty self explanatory. The seats were pre-soaked with Folex, when extracted with CG FC and APC+ in the extractor reservoir. And no, I normally do not put a solution in my extractor. This was an extenuating circumstance.

Normally for steaming I will use CG FC with my steamer by pre treating carpets, steaming, misting again with CG FC, then agitating and absorbing with interior MF towels.

CG FC is a great cleaning product, but only effective on light stains. Folex is much better for stains.

CG FC can also be used by hand to clean carpets, upholstery. Not the same results, but can be great if you are dealing with a lightly soiled vehicle. It is one of the new CG products I actually use regularly, although with Optimum's new carpet cleaning product being released I might be switching to that.

If anyone else has questions about process please let me know. :dblthumb2:
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My best buddy does crime scene cleanup (among other things) and some of the cleaning products he uses are phenomenal in their ability to COMPLETELY remove certain stains. Unfortunately, those types of products are available only to licensed individuals. Many of them - the ones for removing blood and other types of bio-type fluids - contain enzymes that are specifically formulated for their respective purposes and as you might imagine, they are EXPENSIVE! The kinds of stains and spots we as detailers encounter on a daily basis wouldn't stand a chance against these products. It's too bad they aren't available to the public.
 
stilltipping3 said:
Heck my Ex Wife was a total slob and her car didn't look even near that bad and she had 2 dogs.... I wouldn't touch her car, she had to do the inside herself before I would get near it.
This really made me laugh,...not because u said it but because u married a total slob!!!:doh:
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We all make mistakes. :D

And she is the EX Wife.....
 
You know the leaf blower was a good idea:dblthumb2:

Great work man, you saved a car that looked like it was done for:dblthumb2:





jankerson said:
Spatula and shovel to start.....

Leaf blower the blow out....

Power washer.....

And maybe just some gas and a match....

Just Kidding.... :D

Looks great, that was really bad...
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Ya know, the first time I saw this video, I just shook my head and struck the "face palm" pose but, after seeing the mess you had to deal with.... :laughing: :laughing: :laughing:

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Holy Moly! Bio hazard alert.

I know most guys hate detailing interiors like that but I would've loved to dive in and save the thing. You did amazing Mark.
 
Coach Steve said:
Ya know, the first time I saw this video, I just shook my head and struck the "face palm" pose but, after seeing the mess you had to deal with.... :laughing: :laughing: :laughing:
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You know, one my first thoughts was actually to pull the seats and pressure wash everything. The biggest problem with that was that they were not paying for it, and it was moderately cold out and would have taken forever for everything to dry. Also the fact that my personal liability goes up because when removing seats, trim, etc. nothing ever works out perfectly no matter how careful you are.
 
JSou said:
Holy Moly! Bio hazard alert.

I know most guys hate detailing interiors like that but I would've loved to dive in and save the thing. You did amazing Mark.
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As disgusting as it was I actually enjoyed this detail. There are few and far between times when you actually get to remedy a dangerous situation when detailing, but this was one of them.
 
VP Mark said:
As disgusting as it was I actually enjoyed this detail. There are few and far between times when you actually get to remedy a dangerous situation when detailing, but this was one of them.
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You bring up a good point about it being a dancerous situation. Did you at any point think about putting on a mask?
 
Although you did a marvelous job, the sad thing is when they come in that bad it is because the owner just doesn't care. Within a month the car will look the same as it did. That's not normal wear and tear that is outright abuse.
 
Coach Steve said:
You bring up a good point about it being a dancerous situation. Did you at any point think about putting on a mask?
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I wore mask, gloves, and goggles for most of the detail. Only at the end after I had applied the DrivePur treatment did I take the protective gear off.
 
Great job brother!!

I have to echo Mark's comment and state that I actually like the heavier type of details. This would be right up my alley (maybe because I am in the health field and bio-hazard does not bother me).

The thing I would like to know is:

1) Did the client actually have a look of surprise and major excitement in seeing the result or where they closer to nit picking that not all the stains were out?
2) Do you get to allow yourself a moment of reflection on the fact that you know the car will go back to its former state in less time that it took you to clean it up?? Or do you drive your satisfaction for being paid and move on?

I still have issues when I beautify a car when I know that it will get "molested" again. I seriously have misgivings in investing myself that much in producing those jaw dropping results. For me it is not about money but more about the satisfaction of completing a challenge. I do get frustrated when a client comes to pick up their car and they barely have an expression on their face.
 
Dr_Pain said:
Great job brother!!

I have to echo Mark's comment and state that I actually like the heavier type of details. This would be right up my alley (maybe because I am in the health field and bio-hazard does not bother me).

The thing I would like to know is:

1) Did the client actually have a look of surprise and major excitement in seeing the result or where they closer to nit picking that not all the stains were out?
2) Do you get to allow yourself a moment of reflection on the fact that you know the car will go back to its former state in less time that it took you to clean it up?? Or do you drive your satisfaction for being paid and move on?

I still have issues when I beautify a car when I know that it will get "molested" again. I seriously have misgivings in investing myself that much in producing those jaw dropping results. For me it is not about money but more about the satisfaction of completing a challenge. I do get frustrated when a client comes to pick up their car and they barely have an expression on their face.
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My client, who was actually the vehicle owner's mother, was very surprised and happy with the result. She did not nit pick a bit and gave me a nice tip beyond the invoice. I explained the issues with remaining stains, etc. and she understood. Our main goal from step one was making the car CLEAN, she was surprised even that much of it cleaned up.

It does not bother me if the vehicle gets dirty again. What they do with it after it leaves my hands is their own personal business. I take satisfaction from bringing quality work, dealing with people in the utmost integrity, and exceeding expectations when possible. I see my business as an extension of my Christian faith and I like to be a blessing to people far and above what they are paying for when it is possible.

:buffing:
 
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