14 BAD Detailing Mistakes You Must Avoid: ATA 106

[@buzwad]

TL;DW 1) Protect your skin/hands 2) Clay bar won't remove scratches, don't need to always use clay bar 3) Don't use all purpose cleaners on interior 4) Keep wax/sealer off trim 5) Keep vacuum hose off fabric 6) Don't use dish soap 7) Wash towels properly 8) Avoid direct sunlight when washing car 9) Don't dry-wipe paint 10) Clean your wheels first 11) Don't use a duster on paint

[@joemomma2629]

ily

[@AnthonyDunlap]

TL;DR

[@JohnDoe-nm3lg]

Uhh bruh I been using all purpose for interiors for 6 years shits the best thing you can use for the interior the fuck lol

[@Whatuptee]

ADofCLE it’s a video...

[@Whatuptee]

A P correcting you lmao

[@damientech88]

I have mastered the art of creating more scratches than I correct when detailing.

[@richardhollinshead7081]

Damien Tech same. I learned to hate black paint lmao

[@icsivan]

Lol

[@ducaking]

poor you

[@rodrigoreisdemello9721]

Black paint Its a love/hate game

[@mrmr9737]

Same, black paint as well. Try more softer deeper pile microfiber cloths. Wash them without softener as they smuge. I'm not a pro

[@williambranham6249]

I'm 74 and my first car was a 63 VW. I was so proud of that car that I compounded it every weekend. After looking back almost 60 years, the one I enjoyed the most was a beat up, rusty Chevy 4 x 4 truck. I never washed it and never cleaned it out. That vehicle gave me more emotional pleasure than any other that I've owned and I did the least maintenance on it. Wished I had it back.

[@INCC74656I]

this is why i keep my trucks rusty. everything you do scratches your paint so i save myself time and hassle by letting oxides simply remove the body panels for me to let me know when its time to replace things.

[@jorgenvonstrangle000]

thats your choice then; nobody is telling you what to do. this is just for people who WANT to learn and maintain a nice and clean look, maybe not 100% but some care about their cars. you do you. edit update 2021: everyone is saying I’m mad but I wasn’t. I was just telling the truth plain and simple. 🤦🏻‍♂️ not sure why everyone took it offensive even tho it’s the truth

[@minecraftlover2222]

Joe Luis ok.

[@joeheaven-terry1777]

@@jorgenvonstrangle000 Calm down son

[@ceapy]

@@jorgenvonstrangle000 someone's dense.... Lol

[@jorgenvonstrangle000]

Joe Heaven - Terry Hey, it’s his choice, he came to this video right? It is a valid point. case closed

[@montsergirl]

As a detailer of 15 years I wish so much I could show others this without offending them because it seems like common sense but it clearly isn’t! Great tips!😊

[@ToddCopeland]

So many times I see videos like this that go over the same old "tips that have been covered hundreds of times. You actually mentioned a few that I've not heard of before and added some good input to the others. As always, production is top notch!

[@richardjessnitz761]

Clothes. You missed clothes. I don't trust a detailer who wears a watch, or a top that zips up, or any jewelry.

[@AMMO-NYC]

This series is for beginners

[@amorton94]

Or has a pocket knife clipped to their pocket.

[@cameronmarshall9918]

Richard Jessnitz I can understand this opinion and can relate. But we'd be selling this pro short if he was clumsy enough to drag his wrist watch against a 2 hour detail job. It would be good to acknowledge this to others though that are not educated. I had a friend with one of those ridicules belts lean on my car once... We aren't friends anymore ;)

[@mikeysuperfly1997]

Or a top hat. Yeah never get a detail from a guy wearing a top hat.

[@beernutsonline]

Jeans with rivets or those with big zippers on the back pockets.. A colleague tried to sit in my car with the latter, I just screamed to him and left! :p

[@ronlangley6229]

Another great quick video. I truly consider AMMO NYC to be the standard for all others to be measured against. If I ever hear info that raises a question mark, I come here to find an answer and trust that the methods learned here are going to steer me in the proper direction. I have not been let down yet. Great website. Great tutorials. Great videos with instruction and pictures. The perfect place to come for professional detailers as well as for the beginner or after a long winter where you may have forgotten something. Keep the great "instructionals" coming. Tens of thousands of us depend on your info to keep our rides looking amazing!

[@Transientpunk]

Remember guys, if you aren't willing to drink it, don't put soap on your skin. Make sure your hand soap is consumable

[@Abdullah..S]

I use lemons to wash my hands lol

[@jeffdillenbeck1278]

Don't eat anything Typhoid McCaw here has made.

[@am4230]

The main point is that frequent exposure to bad chemicals is bad. It's kind of hard to say what's good and bad I know (I thought silicone was non-toxic but now a lot of bottles brag about being silicone-free), so it's best to cover up. Peace man

[@driver8M3]

Lol...I was going to sarcastically comment on that idiotic statement, but you beat me to it.

[@jonjohnson102]

Aka: dont put your fingie where you wont put your dingie

[@TheFakeyCakeMaker]

This guy!!! I love his passion and knowledge, I have no interest in cars, This guy makes me interested in cars, I learn so much from him and I only came across his videos because I wanted to clean my leather couch! An hour later my husband is asking me, you still watching these car videos? I'm like yeah...did you know? And spouting off all the stuff I've learnt. You're amazing.

[@SRKarting]

Larry.Youre certainly the Dr of detailing and I love all the knowledge you pass on. Thing is I cannot resist stroking my car once its been polished, sealed and waxed, its soooo nice lol

[@maness2112]

SRKarting no!

[@LITTLEBRAT775081]

SRKarting so is there a way to clean interior without machine , or can you use an all purpose cleaner if you do small sections?

[@gustavochavez7141]

Joseph McDonnell it’s very time consuming to clean the dirty spots and honestly not worth it, machine use will cut the time you use (say a small dirt, Coca Cola spill) to say 1 minute, but if it looks clean and you just wanna do it for maintenance reasons then do it by hand by all means!

[@VanillaWahlberg]

Clayed my car for the first time ever yesterday and most likely introduced micro swirls haha... Soooo smooth.

[@johngerlach2765]

This guy is a detailing god. He doesn’t waste time and gives great advice. If I can be 1/10 the detailer, I would be the best in the area. I learn so much that I wish I could go back to my first car and start all over again.

[@BigHeadClan]

How to wash microfiber was a great tip. I just detailed my car and Happy to say I hit most of these

[@zackery261]

Thanks for pointing out the reasons WHY to avoid these mistakes. I hate when people regurgitate the rules without being reasonably aware of the logic behind it

[@ArgonPW]

Watching this in 2020 envious of the nitrile gloves

[@ap101081]

Harbor Freight by me always has them in stock!

[@J1Z06]

I work for a warehouse that used to go through an entire pallet back in the beginning of the pandemic. Things have re-stocked nicely.

[@t-roy2418]

Wow bro. You are on a different level. You really know your stuff. I’m always learning from your videos. Thanks Keep up the good work.

[@andrewmarocco7811]

Great video. Good tips for weekend warriors and professional detailers. I work at a used car lot in Florida. After a full detail/process, my cars are cleaned daily. We have construction going on close by that us creating a ton of fine dust. 30 cars, get a daily bath. It's hard work, but worth it when I see one drive out of here shining in the sun.

[@Exolesco]

I can’t wait for the day when someone invents something stronger than clear-coat.

[@curtisburdick2849]

I'm sure there is already no car dealer or manufacturer is gonna spend more money then they have to tho maybe for extremely expensive vehicles but to for the average car

[@hllboi817]

they wont bother, cause most car companies assume that cars get dumped within 4 yrs, and buy another 1

[@michaelzheng3129]

That’s the thing, if you love your car’s paint that much like some people (including myself), then you gotta search for products. As of now, you can apply a ceramic coating over your clear coat which is stronger than the clear coat itself. Even that isn’t fully scratch proof,

[@MrRaErickson]

Ceramic coating

[@hllboi817]

@@MrRaErickson ceramic coating doesnt last too long either, in retrospect, ud need to reapply it every few yrs

[@maniUSArmy]

People think clay REMOVES scratches? Who are these people?

[@detailingandstuff]

Non detailing people lol I was looking at buying a car one time and pointed out a scratch to the owner. He said "A friend of mine said a clay bar could probably take it out"

[@diemman70]

Gumbies

[@goldenultra]

This is what I was planning to do, clay over some scratches at the back, anyway worth a go I think

[@deepsquat600]

clay removes contaminants ,,compounds remove swirls... deep scratches ..need paint

[@mexhall]

salesmen who think they know more about detailing/cleaning than porters...

[@1erinjames]

Ive always washed wheels last. Thank you!! Most think im too uptight for how i expect my car/things to be cared for. Lots of "donts" but quality deserves proper attention, imo. Im subbing :)

[@wyattoneable]

You caught me Larry. I'm guilty of three mistakes I didn't even know I was making. You just educated me, thank you.

[@am4230]

He got me on all purpose cleaner, dish soap and cleaning towels. In defense of my dish soap use, I've only done it when I wanted the paint stripped to the clear coat, so maybe it's a split-decision on that one. I was just about to make some more microfiber towel fouls so great to see this, thanks Larry!

[@jayasmrmore3687]

@@am4230 if you are trying to purposely strip wax to reapply later, all purpose cleaner or dish soap is fine to use.

[@davidlund8440]

Actually dish soap is bad it has lanolin in it which if you are in an accident and they have to re-paint the lanolin will seap in and bubble the paint

[@IcedReaver]

Wow, I'm impressed. The only thing on this list that applied to me was "wash the wheels first, not last." I found that out a month ago and haven't looked back. Honestly, you sometimes have to question your deep seated routines. Good video!

[@Matterboy81]

Wow, I’m so impressed with your work and obsession with detail. I am guilty of about 10% of the things you did and thought I was a perfectionist. Great job

[@goodfellainterior6508]

Which one you did wrong?

[@brandonandreadakis3015]

Just found out you were a trader before getting into detailing. My hat is off to you. Way to follow your dreams! This proves if you love what you do, you will be successful.

[@oscarrommelacevedoperez6179]

Larry you are the Master, I'm detailing my convertible GT Mustang with your vídeos and it's getting beautiful thank you!

[@kennys501]

Just sold 1999 A6..black..everyone thought it was new....paint was still perfect.. Love keeping cars pretty...i will subscribe to this channel

[@StephenButlerOne]

I usually only clay on the first clean of the year, after the winter. I clayed just this weekend gone.

[@MrTDial]

Living in CA, we are very water restricted. I only do one water wash a year, during my annual beautification process for my true beauty queen (Tesla Model S). All others are waterless. It's a BIG challenge. I actually do use a CA car duster and have never had a problem. I will say that I replace them very often and I use the absolutely lightest touch I can to capture the dust. Even after a rain I will use it when the car is dry and I have been able to carefully remove the abrasives. Not easy, I can tell you. I was terribly stressed at first. But I found a way to make it work. I do have a nano coating on it, which helps provide some resistance to scratching. If you are going to use a duster, you absolutely need to know what you are doing. Period. Thank you Larry on your fantastic vids. I have learned so much from you!!!

[@A1DJPaul]

View the vehicle before you QUOTE any Price ! take a look around and all over it FIRST ! then decide what it requires to get it right. How much time, how much product etc. then define the customers requirements and budget ! or ( budget expectations ) package a deal to suit the customer. not your ability or skills . Always stand on your price. never back down ALWAYS WALK AWAY leaving them with your price or someone elses quote and say ok let them do the job.

[@aarong8633]

I have been using a duster for years it def has its place in the detail world... I use it after I’m done compounding a vehicle I use the duster to remove all the dust before removing the compound to prevent getting it all over the place or even Potential scratching

[@Mr.Titanium1911]

Great video.. much has ben learned here- Thank you. However, you neglected to mention the removal of jewelry (i.e., watches, rings, etc.). Belt buckles are also a huge no-no.

[@adamstilldrives]

when I first buy a car with a neglected washing history I use dish soap first like you said to strip all the previous wax etc. Straight after it gets foamed and washed with proper car shampoo. Then the detailing starts but first seeing what actions of cleaning/paint correction are needed. I have learned lot's especially techniques and the way you hold things

[@SebKrause661]

So you're saying I can't just use a scotchbrite pad and go to town on my paintwork?

[@tammyforbes2101]

Seb Krause I use magic erasers to get scratches and rough stuff off it’s basically fine grade sand paper just cheaper. But you do have to buff and wax cause it dulls the shine.

[@joelyboyblue]

only use 3M adhesives on your paintjob

[@JL-iu7fk]

Seb Krause JUST BREAK OUT THE CORDLESS SANDER!

[@dcsj6837]

You can do anything you can afford :-)

[@maverick_9035]

Yes just use the grey wet with some blend prep then dry. Don't forget to top coat it when your done with a nice rattle clear

[@DripExplains]

Those black Mamba gloves are the truth Larry. After watching you use them all the time I ordered a box on amazon. I detailed my car in 40 degree weather with no sun out. My hands never got wet or cold, gloves didnt tear either.

[@bobjalockowitz1568]

I'm late but he said keep *APC* out of the interior. . What is best to use?- a dedicated VLR or carpet shampoo?

[@toddpratt7222]

Me too. Inquiring minds want to know what to use.

[@jamesTsakell]

i know it’s a bit late, but a couple tips. when cleaning hard plastics, leather etc. most of the time a damp microfiber is all you need. for leather, give it a good wipe, then condition it. NEVER us APC on leather or vinyl as it’ll dry it out and crack/tear prematurely. this applies to plastic as well but you can go back over plastic afterwards with the damp rag and it should be good. as for carpets and stuff, most carpet cleaning vacuums have special soap that goes with them. for touch screens, damp microfiber then dry with a dry microfiber right after to avoid water residue on the screen. inside windows can be cleaned with just a dry microfiber. unless you’ve got spill stains or oils from your arms/hands in it. then damp micro followed by a dry one.

[@gmartinez088]

All great tips - many I've learned through experience, but some I didn't know. Way to keep me on my toes. Keep up the vids. I always check in and learn something new.

[@ckennedy686]

When I buff a car, I always put the cord over my shoulder when doing a hood or roof so the cord doesn't rub against the side of car.

[@jayasmrmore3687]

That’s smart

[@claireb8542]

I love these videos, every day is a school day and the reality is that if you said a few of these mistakes to someone that has no clue about detailing, they would laugh in your face and think you're bonkers!

[@PandaLikesTofu]

You’re the LinusTechTips of detailing, just a lot more professional lmao, keep up the good work ❤️

[@mrjacobanderson]

PandaLikesTofu I like 👍. But Linus is professional!

[@tardeliesmagic]

I'm in the car clenaning trade 3.09s i've used AutoGlym Ultra Gloss on my 2002 Yaris door mirror plastics and it came out brilliant! It really gets it back to black and shiny so no problem there at all.I'm a car valeter for some 20yrs and i do understand about plastics and polishing/waxing.APC on interior is SO TRUE! In the trade we had cheap TRF (Traffic film remover) and used it on EVERYTHING incl leather,seats and so on.It really does ruin the cloth seats and carpets i tell you.The leather is ok it's just i rubbed off excess TFR with a warm flunky/chamois properly otherwise it gets sticky n horrible.

[@czx68]

I find a simple pencil eraser takes overshot wax/polish off the black plastics

[@waylandjennings4073]

thank you for that tip!

[@FreeLancerLondon]

Very useful and informative video. Will wash my wheels first from now on. Occasionally washed my black car in hot weather. Total nightmare. Car always full of streaks. It's great to live and learn.

[@samueldansie280]

Hey I was wondering if you could do a glass scratch repair video

[@2450logan]

Samuel Dansie how in the hell doe you scratch glass, if you drive a commodore I demand answers

[@samueldansie280]

logan thompson dirt in window seals

[@2450logan]

Samuel Dansie glass is the hardest substance you find on the car 😂

[@ShortyHxC]

its the same as for paint except you use different pads and compounds.

[@Propotus]

As a glass installer often times it’s best to replace the glass when it’s badly scratched. Cerium oxide can polish small scratches, but it’s a tricky substance to get right. Too much heat will leave a distortion, not enough just makes the scratch ‘shiny’

[@denttech2515]

You are very knowledgeable. I agree with almost everything you teach. I have to point out a potential problem. You shouldn't always do wheels first. Some detailers will do them last to let the bakes on a recently driven car cool down. Only in a hurry should this be done

[@averagedetailer9908]

I just got some hydrate, cant wait to try it out. Larry has good stuff. Thank you for your training vids, to share your knowledge in a free online training is a class act. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.

[@pfp215]

Thanks for another great video, Larry. You, Forensic Detailing, and Junkman have taught me a ton! Highly recommend Forensic's video investigation of scenarios in which clay induces marring.

[@ChrisMuncy]

Good morning Larry. So no chamis, no silicone squeegees or beach towels. How about a video on the best way to dry a car?

[@2450logan]

Chris Muncy he already has.... spoiler alert huge microfibre towels

[@ChrisMuncy]

Thanks Logan :-)

[@AMMO-NYC]

I have a bunch of these videos. Here is one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWHLq31_otKphLc

[@ChrisMuncy]

Thank you Larry.

[@sofakingtouge2399]

I use a leaf blower then a big micro fiber towel. I'm sure Larry and others will say that's wrong but it's never caused a problem and i drive my car thru the air at 100+ mph all the time. Real important, make sure the ground is clean and wet. I once had to move my car before I dried it. Didn't go well.

[@souprchrgd]

You guys are thorough. Learned some major stuff here

[@TheCookster64]

I've found the best way to dry the car is a CLEAN leaf blower.

[@semiephemeral9]

The point about not using APC (Alkaline pH) inside the car was something I didn't know. So this video was worth it for that alone! Thanks Larry!

[@1964mm]

I love how everyone in the comments is suddenly a detailing expert.

[@DripExplains]

Larry was the first detailing channel I came across. I apply his methods and have gotten better over the last two years. All my friends have massive swirls in their paint mine has very few. I'm no expert but watching larry will make you that much better at detailing.

[@1964mm]

ForeignBorn Patriot Absolutely. Watching this channel, I've completely restored a car that the dealer ruined as they were delivering it to me. Wiped it down dry and instantly marred the whole body. Made use of a couple of techniques here and kept my car looking brand new through 100,000 miles of daily driving.

[@DripExplains]

Latin Lover yeah I stick to Adams.

[@Sahadi420]

I've been watching his channel ever since I was thinking about getting a black car. His channel made me confident to be able to keep a black car clean AF. Yes, he's turned me into an expert. Nothing new learned on this video......he's gone over all this before. :)

[@bennyhamma590]

Mazen Mourad ttfxf,qlbbbrjdbdjrnfbbdn the in minimi

[@anthonyjones1545]

Loads of information..I've been thinking about startin up and your videos have been a massive help👍

[@andijvie3119]

Damn those car cleaning/detailing products are even more than my wife’s face cleaners/masks/makeup etc

[@jayasmrmore3687]

Of course they are!

[@edo-j1784]

I am a big detailer myself for many years and I still learn something new when I watch these extremely helpful videos! Keep up the GREAT work!

[@ed4253]

I have seen people at gas stations washing their ENTIRE vehicles with the blue fluid squegy

[@clintonross1649]

Free Carwashes are hard to come by these days... 🤣

[@jimflanagan6029]

Hey Larr, I’m a weekend worrior kicking it up a notch. And have learned so much watching your clips . I live in N NJ and would like to take your Detailing class someday. Hope to meet you someday. All the best Jim .

[@arhamnadeem6702]

I have a question How do i properly dust off my car? You know, when its been sitting there for a day and dust accumulates making ur view through the windshield slightly distorted

[@njdegen]

I’m wondering the same thing.

[@justthefactsmaam321]

If you have access to an air hose with an air gun it makes quick work of that dust!

[@hairpintv4403]

Air gun or air chuck, or, you can get a bottle of waterless wash and wax (I prefer Meguiar's) and spray a little more on than if there was no dust to lubricate it properly, then wipe off and buff with two clean microfiber towels, one for the initial wipe, one for the buff off.

[@indrockz92]

Excellent tips. But plz let me know after polishing and waxing the car, can I use any detailer to remove those dust and dirts between washes ? coz just for those minor dust or dirts, weekly washing a car after polishing and waxing is too costly to maintain. And again it needs to be polished and waxed post washing.

[@8700s14]

As a hobbyist, I can't agree with the gloves. I find the sense of 'touch' to be one of the most useful tools when detailing.

[@Chris-eo1bp]

8700s14 well you don’t want to get cancer do you?

[@8700s14]

You are a more likely (yet still very, very unlikely) to get cancer from respiratory contact than skin contact with most of the car care products available. I don't see anyone jumping up and down about not wearing a respirator? Honestly, if you are that worried about car care products that you feel the need to protect your skin from them, you probably shouldn't use them at all. Your argument is like saying; "Well, you don't want to get hit by a car, so you better stay on this side of the road"

[@JL-iu7fk]

8700s14 I know you say you're a hobbyist. I say you're a man, too many don't think they could feel well enough through the rubber ended up with serious even deadly problems. Jk

[@andrewstevens7205]

I agree.. I dont know why I even watched this. If you need these tips you shouldn't be messing with your car anyways

[@mountainconstructions]

Cras gomez, has Cancer been linked to Detailing products?? As a person that has nursed and lost 3 family members to cancer, none of them were car cleaning buffs. You are more likely to get lung cancer from diesel car emissions or just traffic emissions in general, they kill twice as many people as the road toll. Not to mention all the beer and fatty foods we eat. Or chemicals we spray like Round Up etc Car Detailing products would be a long way down the list i'd have thought

[@zactastic4life]

Larry and Scotty videos, that's all i watch!!

[@22Webstar]

Also when your washing and drying your microfiber towels, no fabric softeners!

[@vanquish421]

Fabric softener should never be used any fabric, period. It ages clothes quicker and prevents towels from drying as effectively. It's a terrible scam.

[@mudskipper0075]

@@vanquish421 and strips the waterproofing from jackets,wtf is that stuff....🤔

[@vanquish421]

@@mudskipper0075 I'd say snake oil, but it's worse since snake oil simply does nothing.

[@J1Z06]

Lots of fantastic info. Apc is definitely Ng on the interior. Thanks, Larry.

[@urambotauro938]

Great tip on using gloves. I'm not sold on the black ones, though. Seems like lighter-colored ones would be easier to see possible contaminants on, so that you can avoid transferring them onto the surface. Thoughts?

[@DripExplains]

I have the same black ones he has, very good quality. I however don't care to see the contaminants on my gloves. You can see it come off during the wash process, in the wash mitts or clay bar if you're doing a full detail.

[@2450logan]

ForeignBorn Patriot think he means touching stuff with the gloves though

[@urambotauro938]

Yeah, I'm concerned about stuff getting on the gloves, and not being able to see it and wipe/rinse it off real quick before continuing to work. I'm sure those Black Mambas are some kickass gloves, and I wouldn't hesitate to use them for stuff like oil changes. But for cleaning, I think I'd rather use something with a high visual contrast, kind of like how white gloves are used for checking dust.

[@biffnarzilla4649]

Urambo Tauro...The black ones (and some blue ones too) are NITRILE-based gloves whereas the lighter-colored or clear ones are vinyl/latex-based. You want the NITRILE-based gloves - from whatever manufacturer - because they are impervious to most common cleaning chemicals. They're also significantly tougher than the vinyl/latex gloves.

[@biggar1111]

The Black Mambas are awesome gloves. I've been detailing professionally since 1985 and they are the best I've found so far. I do wish they came in a lighter color because the black ones get HOT :-) That said, they are available in 3XL and they hold up extremely well for all of my detailing tasks.

[@NB-np9oc]

Wow, the tip about keeping wax and sealants off of trim was very helpful. Thanks Larry!

[@3ezo-jd808]

Gays I have a question my brother has a polishing shop He first wash the car with water and shampoo that has a WAX percentage and then he continues with the normal polishing steps. My question is. Is it right to wash the car with a shampoo that has wax in it before polishing?

[@poisonspiders2300]

It's not really a bad thing as long as he puts wax back on after he finishes polishing. He just ends up polishing the wax off

[@Mr_Jimbo]

another top microfibre/towel tip - don't use any fabric softner when you wash, the towels become less absorbent if you do

[@fesy734]

Hey Larry great video. I wanted to say THANK YOU SO MUCH for the tip of using left over “wash solution/soapy water” when claying. Such a simple yet over looked idea. I saved about half a bottle of detail spray. And I don’t wear gloves whilst washing the body of the car because I really enjoy feeling the soap and contours of my car panels between the mit and my bare hand. Sounds strange I know.... I am strange! Loving this series! Keep it up.

[@tammyforbes2101]

Fes Y I detail and I always start washing with wheels and wheel wells and I use my old wash Water to save soap cause it’s just gonna get filthy with brake dust and mud anyways.

[@fesy734]

Tammy Forbes what?

[@johnnymeza5454]

This is really informative. I didn't know there was so much for detailing.

[@CarsonmyMind]

Eyyy we got the same hockey stick Larry ;) CCM Super Tacks

[@teakgeiger6792]

I clay my car depending on how long I’ve had to wait to wash it. Sometimes with the rain here in Florida, I can’t wash my car every weekend. If I go 2-3 weeks without doing it, I’ll clay it. It’s not overkill. Every time I have to do that it makes a difference. Great video though!

[@joeb5763]

No APC for the interiors? What should we use then for the dash board and trim? Most people I know use APC for 80% of the interior.

[@Ronke01]

Joe B unless heavily contaminated/stained, warm water and gentle soap is safest to use... If APC and such gets under the plastic coating they will start to bubble up. VW are notorious for this happening.

[@ExciteLetsPlay]

There are people out there using apc on interiors for 30+ years. Different people different techniques. I think its wrong to say most of the things he said are a no go.

[@detailingandstuff]

I always just used water for a long time unless there was something that needed a cleaner. I use turtle wax dash and glass now its pretty cheap and really mild. Still grab something stronger if anything more than dusting is involved though.

[@olivertaylor4779]

The secret with using apc is to rinse out the apc, then rinse again. You will be surprised how dirty the rinse water is, this is why you need to rinse 2 or 3 times, you don't want to leave dirty solution in your car (Larry says where wet shoes re-activate the cleaner -because the cleaner has not been rinsed out). I can never understand why so many people doing YT videos never seem to mention rinsing out the cleaner.

[@AirplaneJunkie82]

Just use a dye-free laundry soap like Woolite or Dreft diluted into water using a dedicated spray bottle like you see in the $1 bins at Target or Wal-Mart. Dont use the car stuff that leave a shine after cleaning cause that stuff only attracts more dust.

[@osujit]

Very nice video. Teach us a lot what not to do... Thanks Larry

[@Ronke01]

Ouch... thats very controversial about the dishsoap. Haters gonna hate, trolls gonna troll 😆

[@DripExplains]

People who use dish soap are either stupid or cheap and don't want to spend on a stripper soap. A decent one is about $15-20

[@Ronke01]

Stripper soaps are a fad too... They might leave a surfectant film to make you think they offer any power to strip protection, just as dish soap does. Theres little point in "stripping" it anyways as compounding/polishing will do it for you.

[@DripExplains]

Ronke's DIY Workshop how many times are you going to compound and polish a car? I only detail my own. When I do a full detail every 3 months I use meguire wash plus. Didn’t leave any film behind but it did strip off old wax n sealants.

[@Ronke01]

ForeignBorn Patriot How long is a piece of string? Compounding and polishing is based on the necessity, just as claying... Why would you strip it anyways if you're not going to polish it? Wax plus contains polishes btw.

[@Zephieish]

ForeignBorn Patriot I POLISH IN CAR EACH WEEK

[@jeepsblackpowderandlights4305]

I love claybars, i dont use em every time i wash my Jeeps but man when you do use them, its unbelievable how well they remove dirt and stuff that simply washing doesnt. My 98 Grand Cherokee wasnt washed for a year.. and sadly the year prior i washed it maybe 1 time, and it started to ruin the paint. It had black mold and green algae growing it. Washing it by hand only got some of the stuff off, but a clay bar made the clear coat so clean my fingers were squeeking when running accross the paint. I also have a 89 Grand Wagoneer, and when doing grinding and rust repair i accidently got small pellets of metal on the hood.. I didnt know this and when the next few days of morning dew started rusting them on my hood i freaked. I washed and washed and the multi color rust spots wouldnt come off. I used a clay bar and elbow grease and ALL of em came off.

[@raululises2677]

I now shower with gloves

[@scallywag1716]

Raul Ulises good point. You don’t drink your shampoo or body wash do you?

[@Lherrerajr78]

Lol..

[@MrSonicAdvance]

Number 4 is such good advice.

[@hymn1337]

"If you wouldn't drink it, don't put it on your skin" Either hes implying he drinks lotion, or my dude has the dryest skin in the land.

[@234thc]

Not everyone uses lotion. I myself don’t, your body produces it naturally, washing yourself frequently with harsh soaps will remove it all and create dry skin. Look for some natural body wash/hand soap etc without all the chemicals and you’ll see the difference,

[@howardanthony1443]

Nice Video Larry. It would be nice to see a video on what you do to keep yourself in condition. I'"m sure your hands and muscles go thru tremendous aches and pains.

[@michaelmarcelino5429]

Why dont u use a chamois to dry the car?

[@JohnM...]

I think that's balls!

[@mobiline]

Honest straightforward advice Thank you

[@Bassen98]

Will wax schampoo make the plastic details fade?

[@X11CHASE]

Bassen98 this is a good question

[@Doom253]

Bassen98 I believe on textured plastics

[@zenon3021]

dunno but the sun fades black plastic trim like crazy, but there's nothing much you can do about it. But if you DID want to restore plastic trim, you'd have to 1)all-purpose cleaner all the outside trim 2)isopropyl alcohol all the outside trim 3)semi-permanent exterior trim sealant on the outside trim $$$ (you might have to do this twice, AND it will only last 1 year tops). So it takes a long time to restore the trim, and it doesn't last long. P.S - you definitely DON'T want to tire shine the trim because that'll dry it out even more. I don't even like using tire shine on tires for that reason (leads to dryness).

[@2450logan]

Zenon B fuck it, just paint it haha

[@mookyzook]

I think the point here is that this video is about detailing. I guess the average driver when giving the car a wash at weekends won't bother with all of this. Although there are some great warnings in here which are definitely good to learn, like dry wiping, dirty hoses dragged through cars, using general cleaners on the interior, some of these will be too much trouble for the guy on a Sunday afternoon with a jet wash, bucket and bottle of supermarket carwash. Thanks anyhow good video...

[@WhosMega]

hey Larry I cant find wheel Gelee on your website, are you no longer selling it?

[@AMMO-NYC]

Hey I've taken it down to reformulate. Its a challenge to keep in stock and I want it to be better. Every year I take down formulas and rework them to be better. I'm insane (from what I'm told :) If its not the best. I will not sell it. Period. Sorry for the delay.

[@MrLorence]

Reading Larrys reply then that shit below it, and I lost it....what the hell is wrong with people lol

[@caprisonne5724]

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[@Mr.SparkleOG]

Khal Drogo.... Whooooa.... That escaladed quickly

[@DripExplains]

I lost it too LMAO

[@toneman335]

Very insightful video....thanks

[@cheez-it-champ6623]

I put soap on my skin and I don’t drink that

[@AMMO-NYC]

Thats why its called a rule of thumb. The point may have been missed.

[@CanadianCarguy247]

I think he might mean hand soap... but still

[@DarkManagerful]

He meant generally speaking genius

[@PhilWithCoffee]

Nice one, Dick

[@joefaraci8575]

All good comments especially not washing the car in sunlight and doing the wheels first. I see people doing both all the time and I just shake my head.

[@prettyboytonyy]

Whoever gave this video a thumbs done you better not use that discount code

[@joerayrenteria]

"thumbs done"..... Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha!!!

[@ChrisBlasius]

Learned so much from you!! Great page man!!

[@diemman70]

Knight Rider yes, don’t drink soap, and especially don’t eat it unless you say bad words.

[@GeraldLaz38]

Wax and sealants on black trim.....magic eraser misted with water gets rid of the white residue.

[@TheCowboy4000]

GeraldLaz38 good to know I accidentally got it on my trim and it won't come off 😂

[@SARDOG]

Oh sweet Jesus, thank you!! Just waxed my car and have small spots of wax on my black trim and can not get it off.... soooooo frustrated. Read this, went and got the Magic Eraser and bam... you have saved me. Thank you!

[@bonniemccormack1361]

also good for using to clean brake dust/yellowish marks off of aluminum rims

[@sam2753]

Another tip is to use Mother's Back to Black on your trim FIRST before you wax, this way if you do happen to accidentally get wax onto your trim it wipes off very easily.

[@drewstyring1446]

I am shocked that this is a thing. I always wax those areas on purpose. The wax comes right off just like the rest of the car. Have I been stupidly luck for the 15 years I've been detailing my own cars??? LOL

[@baskirmani]

Really enjoyable. Thank you for demonstrating and working from the first principles; I especially loved the microscopy of the microfiber barbs. Really nice!

[@SMURFF707]

I don’t drink soap but I put it on my skin. I also don’t drink lotion. Lol

[@vwgolfer1873]

He was saying stuff you keep under your sink in your kitchen

[@snbforever]

Thank you for these no nonsense tips, as I clean cars for a living.

[@reimop9595]

One guy have been so excited that he accidentally hit the thumbs down button!

[@bowieknife]

Thanks for the informative video. But I have a question. If I don't use APCs in the interior 3:03, what should I use to clean the interior? Thanks!

[@mahmoudsaeed9086]

hi you refered to not use chamois to dry . why ?

[@Hinru13]

It spreads any leftover dirt instead of picking it up, like a microfiber towel would.

[@MikeBee77]

What can be used on interior carpets/upholstery instead of APC’s? I was wondering if another spray or product could be used to neutralize the possible high PH of the APC? Awesome video, thanks!

[@JaCk0oO]

There’s so Manny videos out there on how to wash you car, do this, don’t do that, might damage your paint if you do this! Just get two buckets one with water one with hot water and a wax which suits your car... and a car mitten and a microfibre towel!! Sorted, the rest is a load of shit!!!

[@ivana3553]

IMO the California Car Duster (can't speak about other brands) is a great tool when used correctly. Keep in mind it's just used to remove the light dust that accumulates. You're not supposed to apply any pressure, just lightly brush the tips (waxed by the way) across the surface. The company even suggests you don't laundry the duster as that will clean out the wax and you'll be better off just buying a new one. I've been using one for several years, no issues. Besides it's not like people keep their vehicles forever, typically 6 years and their buying another.

[@floridajames04]

You don’t need gloves to detail a car.. NERD hahaha!

[@Panellll]

LOL I laughed so hard at that comment

[@rickwingo9789]

Me to

[@TheCowboy4000]

I do when I'm applying wax or sealant that stuff is impossible to get off your hands. I also wear gloves when cleaning glass so I don't contaminate the glass towel with oils from my hands.

[@keystonedaytrip238]

You do if it becomes a crime scene 😳

[@ATOMICookie]

Hey! Thanks for these gorgeous videos on maintaining our vehicles. I had a question though, since I live in a very very high dust area, my bikes will always get some dust on it after being parked anywhere even if it's just for a minute or two, would you have any recommendations to quickly get rid of that before setting off? Doing a water wash daily would be quite a pain. And I can't just leave it on a for few days because it really really bothers me! Any tips would really help out. Thanks in advance