Has anyone read an Auto Detaling book? I got two.

[Whitethunder46]

So my wonderful girlfriend has picked up on the fact that I've gone detailing crazy. She surprised me with an early x-mas present of some Detailing books. One was 1998 and the other 2005. The text and pictures look rather boring, but I'm very excited about the read and info.

 

[supercharged]

Very interesting.

 

[wild-knight-wolf]

Do read the books, mainly the car care book. But If you really want to know the secrets, tricks and tips, and ways to be more efficient . . Talk to these guys here. They will definitly be able to help ya there.

 

[Whitethunder46]

I'm definately on here, but I can't turn down a good surprise!

 

[ryandamartini]

Do read the books, mainly the car care book. But If you really want to know the secrets, tricks and tips, and ways to be more efficient . . Talk to these guys here. They will definitly be able to help ya there.

hi newb Welcome!


To OP: Read them! ALways good to pick up on new tricks.

 

[wytstang]

I like the fact the Mustang made the front page but I hate the "buffer" being used on it .

 

[Driven Auto Detail]

I have the "Start Your Own Detailing Business" book. I've actually read it twice. I think it's a great read. I'd recommend it to anybody wanting to start a detailing business.

 

[Whitethunder46]

I like the fact the Mustang made the front page but I hate the "buffer" being used on it .

I thought the exact same thing. The book was written in 98, so I don't know if DA polishers were available back them. There was only things about orbital buffers and rotaries in the table of contents.

 

[ryandamartini]

I thought the exact same thing. The book was written in 98, so I don't know if DA polishers were available back them. There was only things about orbital buffers and rotaries in the table of contents.

Any hard, good advice concerning rotaries is great info to have. Its starting to get annoying, kind of like the "Secrets of the Rotary" club.

 

[sparkie]

Is that a WAXMASTER on the hood of that Mustang? I used one back in the day!!!LOL I still think I have one in my building.

 

[StephenK]

it might be black and decker or craftsman on the cover. and to WHITETHUNDER46 yes with out a doubt read the books but also dont be afraid to ask questions here. someone on this forum will give you the proper answer. there is alot of knowledge here , espeacailly from the senior members. i am just now getting back into detailing after being out of it for 8+ years. alot has changed but they been patirnce with me and all my "dumb" questions. thank all you guys

 

[TOGWT]

Quote: Has anyone read an Auto Detailing book? I got two".

Detailing Reference Books
Aircraft Cleaning, Polishing & Detailing Manual – Jet Stream Aviation Products
Start Your Own Automobile Detailing Businessby Eileen Figure Sandlin - 2005
Automotive Detailing; Inside & Out, A Knowledge Base for the Perfectionist by Jon Miller - 2007
Automotive Detailing: A Complete Car Guide for Auto Enthusiasts and Detailing Professionals
Ultimate Auto Detailing Projects by David H Jacobs Jr. - 2003

Detailing Courses​

The Valugard Prepexcellence Program (http://www.autoint.com/prep.html)

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[justin_murphy]

I would be interested in reading the ones for business management. Most of us can detail. It's getting the customers and keeping them.

Now that's the key to success!!!

 

[sparkie]

I would be interested in reading the ones for business management. Most of us can detail. It's getting the customers and keeping them.

Now that's the key to success!!!

Looking at your work, I say they are your customer for life! You are the detail man!

 

[TOGWT]

How to Succeed.
A detailing service will thrive in any area of the country if it is based on one, simple rule.
Give your customers more than they expect.

Repeat Customers are the Secret to Success! Give your customers more than just a clean car. Make a real impression.
Give them Quality, Value, and Piece of Mind.

Quality: there is simply no substitute. Insist on the highest-quality service, equipment, and products. Your competition doesn't.

Value: give your customers value for their dollar. Never cut corners to save cost.

Peace of Mind: instil confidence in your customers. Proudly advertise your commitment to excellence.

Promoting: "First Class, We Care" image, develops loyal and lasting customer relations.