Detail SMARTER w/ Yvan Lacroix &

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I had the honor to detail with Yvan Lacroix from Detailers Business Academy and DIY Detail at my house earlier this spring. He shared with me some amazing tips on saving time and saving money when it comes to detailing. For those of you that are looking to save some time and $$ don’t miss this 3 part series where we take a closer look at how DIY Detail can make you more efficient and give you exceptional results!
Part 1: Ceramic Coating Prep Done Right
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My name is Chelsea and I own Attention 2 Details, a home-based detailing business in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. I started detailing at the age of 15 and now at 37 have a thriving home based detailing business along with two kids of my own who hopefully one day will help me out! 🤞🏻I share tips and tricks on detailing as well as product reviews and satisfying, transformation videos.
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[@UConceptPublishing]

I am happy to see a woman detailing. Many people think of this industry as a male industry as if women didn’t like cars and keep them super clean too. Congrats!

[@alexbryan7641]

Kudos to Chelsea for staying humble & playing the newbie role for the people who are fresh to detailing. Even the best of detailers can always learn something as she demonstrates in this video. Those who have been here for a while know she’s a seasoned detailing vet tho😊👍

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

😌

[@diydetailofficial]

Chelsea is a phenomenal detailer and teacher, we all have learned from her, and she’s not about to stop.

[@pappajohn8912]

What a great video. I’m super impressed that Yvan took time to not only help you be more efficient, but also to allow us to learn as well. A true gentleman!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you, I was there to learn as well.

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Thanks everyone for tuning in for the premiere and live chat!

[@patrickschutte]

when will DIY come to europe,so i can start using these products too

[@johnneidert5777]

I'm pleasantly surprised at how much information I was able to take away from this video! Learned way more than I expected. This video is going into my detailing library for sure!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@ShineAndPreserveDetailing]

This is amazing Chelsea! So great you were able to have Yvan stop by and help you tune your efficiency. This video was full of fantastic tips and I will try implementing them to speed up my process. Thank you!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@aldaley3537]

The ultimate detail tutorial.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@donyoshimoto5466]

Been watching and learning a lot from both of you! Very impressed with DIY products. Now my go to products!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@dtna]

Yvan is such a nice man! Very professional, too.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@phenixwars1]

I've been watching Yvan at DYI a lot lately and one of the first things that came to my mind was "it would be so awesome if he did a colab with Chelsea". So as soon as I had a free minute I sat down and just soaked it all in! You're both the best detailing teachers I watch and it's perfect to see you together. Can't wait for parts 2 and 3! 🥳🥳

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Thank you! Appreciate the kind words

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you, yes Chelsea is leaving the detailing industry quite a Legacy.

[@randyrockwell6136]

Chelsea I always learn something from your videos. Having Yvan working and talking with you took this video to another level! I think this was probably the best detailing video I’ve ever seen ….. Thank you 🥰🤠🇨🇱

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you Chelsea!

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

It was my pleasure

[@montecrlo76]

Arguably the best video you have produced! Not to diminish your other works but this video is not just one of the better videos that you have done. But I would put it as a top 10 detailing video out of anybody's channel!!

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Wow! Quite a compliment. Thank you!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you, Chelsea is a great leader in this industry.

[@tundrawhisperer4821]

@@diydetailofficialYeah, and she answers you back too! She’s awesome!

[@peemick]

Wow, this is like an all in one master class on advanced detailing. There is so much good information in here, I've taken a bunch of notes, so I can review it later. i appreciate the time spent on prducing this, and Yvans time and allowing me to become a more efficient detailer.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@user-tu1ee6dc5f]

Master Class!! I like the questions you asked.

[@diydetailofficial]

Chelsea was great to work with.

[@Mburr427]

That was an awesome video! Picked up four new detailing tips that I have over worked myself. Thank you very much for doing this

[@empower4you972]

Great video! Very informative and easy to grasp for us newbs. The more I watch Ivan, the more I love him. Man he is one structured dude.

[@ryeguy88]

That wrench ring is legit, Yvan!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you, Sylvie has one, and it’s part of the logo of our bus. Plus we are never without a 1/4” wrench.

[@havingtoomuchfun4806]

I wonder if Yvan even knows how big of an impact he has on the industry. We owe so much to him, yet he’s so humble, and keeps innovating.

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Agreed

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@wesoakes]

If you let Yvan rip he would do this start to finish in an hr. It’s awesome to watch.

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

He would have. We could have had everything done sooner had I not lambasted him with questions. He was a gracious teacher though and it was an AMAZING day of learning and FUN

[@wesoakes]

@@attention2detailswchelsea oh for sure. I just mean when he’s in his zone he’s so fast but never even breaks a sweat. He’s not moving fast but he removes all unneeded footsteps etc and flies through it. I keep practicing stuff I see him do. I’m only a weekend buy but if I finish faster I get more of my weekend to myself.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you!

[@Xaviers300ZX]

So much good info! I really enjoyed the "uncut" conversations that were authentic. I appreciated you being very humble and willing to learn and ask questions as well!

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Always learning

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@drive2siva]

Yven is great at explaining everything -why he does what he does ..great video ..learnt a lot

[@tripsingh3642]

Really Enjoyed this one, Thank you so much for posting and showing the content 👍

[@vaughnoliver2810]

Awesome video and I learned a lot too. Ty Chelsea and Yvan great job 👏

[@rvazquez818]

I'll stop yelling at my clay towel. Thank you Yvan. 14:03

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@kenstudios]

Wow, two of my all time favorites in one spot. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you for joining us

[@lewisreinhold6398]

Three beautiful people I have the utmost respect for all in the one place ! Thanks Chelsea!

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Thanks for watching!

[@massformationpsychosis7681]

Can’t wait

[@joelcleare]

This is gold

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@paul6749]

Well done. Very brave to have the godfather of detailing watching you! Great video, so many useful tips. Looking forward to part 2. Just personal view - prefer it if the background music is muted during the talking sections

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you , but im not a master, guru, or godfather, i’m a student of the industry, and have much more to learn.

[@ntaylor0214]

With your volume get a soft water tank exchange service ! Worth every penny ! Not to bad on price

[@indetailcarcaresolutions3770]

Excellent video Chelsea. FYI Apple AirPods Pro have “Transparency Mode”. You will hear sounds around you but they will be dulled. Take it from a workshop teacher of 40 years. Protect your hearing. Lloyd

[@BlackIce1619]

WHAT!!! You know you made it, when the legend pulls up.... Awesome work as always and what a great opportunity to wash a vehicle with Mr. Lacroix. Thank you for all you have done and teaching me to become the best DIY detailer I can and the Mckee's 37 ceramic coating recommendation. :) Best quote of the day.... "When your MTM foam cannon wears out, get an MJJC!" If only that was a paid comment, he would have a couple extra million in the bank from MJJC. That comment was just FACTS!!!! MTM has the "Rolex" effect with marketing, but it's not the BEST.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you, but I’m far from a legend, just an old guy who likes to talk about detailing.

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Starting to realize that…

[@cappy7676]

Great job with the rotary skills chelse...now i know what i'm asking for for christmas. lol.

[@kristofferpence]

Man, I’m so jealous 😂. Love the content!

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

I was definitely blessed

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@kristofferpence]

@@diydetailofficial you’re welcome

[@gearshifter6]

Vibration syndrome is a well documented health hazard and can cause nerve damage to people using tools that vibrate on a regular basis. There are special gloves that help dampen vibration. It's one of the reasons why I switched to a rotary. I love my Flex forced rotation DA but after a few hours of polishing an entire car, the tingling and numbness is worrisome.

[@diydetailofficial]

True, PPE isn’t discussed enough in this industry.

[@chelsabailey1018]

Fabulous! I too learn from watching Yvan's videos! Have you tried the C6 Hydro Ceramic Coating that he now has?

[@kyleguest3126]

Some very good tips discussed here, with regards to your 'tingling' feeling in yours hands, i suffered with this, i now wear anti-vibration gloves when polishing. After 30 years in the business it takes its toll on your body. Brilliant video though keep up the great work!! Regards from 🇬🇧

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you, yes vibration is a real issue.

[@peterdoherty7282]

Great video! New sub. Pete

[@davestewart9146]

Wow this was an awesome video Chelsea 👍😁❤️

[@MikeBee77]

Amazing video!

[@massformationpsychosis7681]

Yvan and his products are such a godsend to the DIY and detailing community.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@bekiro28]

@@diydetailofficial totally changed my detailing technics and products i love diy detail and mr Yvan. i can get much better and much faster results make me happy and proud

[@diydetailofficial]

@@bekiro28 wow, thank you.

[@rg53083]

Good video, and i enjoyed the knowledge shared, but the music playing louder than the voices, drove me crazy.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you for watching.

[@tucksmith8300]

Looks awesome Chelsea and learn everything you can

[@diydetailofficial]

We were both learning.

[@tucksmith8300]

@@diydetailofficial You never stop learning and I have been detailing for 27 years and I’m always learning new stuff

[@LugnutsCarCare]

This video was AWESOME. I really loved watching the two of you work. Man the tips... incredible. Think I haven't tried them yet because I'm afraid of change and going away from my process. It seems like I need to! Additionally, I'm really interested in the work you did with the rotary. Thanks again!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@rickmink6749]

Mind blown. You are always an amazing source of inspiration

[@diydetailofficial]

Agreed Chelsea is wonderful.

[@andywhite71]

Definitely a top tier video, you guys worked perfectly together! Well done, can’t wait for round two.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you, Chelsea’s a real professional.

[@renuing]

Thank you, thank you, thank you for sharing this gold!! I'm sure you had to pay for a private session of instruction and for you to share it with your audience like this is amazing! Really want to share my appreciation. Yvan's wisdom in detailing is amazing, really, really enjoyed this!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you, and no money was exchanged, but we did get to share a great meal together.

[@renuing]

@@diydetailofficial that's awesome, can't wait for part 2 👍

[@beeslandscaping]

So cool 😎 lucky 🍀

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@jamietaylor3075]

Yvan reinventing the detail world with simplicity and speed

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you.

[@SPierson1337]

Awesome. I'm a home-based detailer as well and this was really informative. Like you, I deal with the challenge of sunlight and uncontrolled temp/humidity. I really enjoyed the conversation regarding iron removal.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@2Shine55]

WOW! Amazing video!!!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@clydestrong2913]

Great vid!!!

[@donjohnson1416]

I wrung my PSDT out today after the first use too WHOOOPS. lol

[@diydetailofficial]

Not catastrophic.

[@VassRulez]

How interesting that even an experienced detailer has so much to learn from Yvan. What a great teacher.

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

We are never done learning

[@diydetailofficial]

I have a lot to learn as well.

[@denistoumba3256]

wow what a fantastic team Yvan and You make these thing so easy and fun that's super ,c'ant wait to see the next video, thank again

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@frederickjohnson3777]

Outstanding video!! loved it💯💯💯

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@jamesp57867]

One pet peeve is sprayers. I prefer tolco sprayers.

[@mariah.garridor.6997]

I loved this chapter, very valuable information: thank you both!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@jlb3675]

Great video, like you I learn so much every time.

[@diydetailofficial]

Learning is the best part of detailing.

[@chetrowles6166]

Please, please, please start wearing hearing protection immediately, do not wait for Christmas. Not being able to hear your kids 5yrs from now without hearing aids is a far worse fate. Samsung buds pro are $129ish and have ANC, eargasm volume reduction earplugs are $30 and work incredibly well, whilst not blocking out everything. I use both for motorcycle, and polishing sessions. A DA buffer is literally about the worst noise possible for your ears, damage wise. You are awesome, and we care! Keep up the great content!

[@diydetailofficial]

Agreed, I’m in my late 50’s and have great hearing. I’ve protected my hearing well , and it has paid off so far.

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Between my adhd and auditory processing issues and all the loud devices I use my family has gotten used to me asking them to repeat themselves. I’ve always been around loud vacuums and probably have done some damage but am trying to become more aware and careful.

[@c.eggleston2717]

New Fanboy!!! This video was so informative. I’ll be watching you. Lol Thanks…

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Thanks

[@timmclaughlin7576]

Just a Phenomenal video! So many professional tips! Thank you guys! I will be rewatching this video multiple times!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thanks Tim, don’t forget to share this as well

[@StayConnectedEV]

I LOVED THIS VIDEO!! Yvan has given so much free advise and ive learned so much from him over the years!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@johnp6987]

A mahoosive thank you to you both. I’ve learnt some new things through the video as did you Chelsea😉 Every day is a school day😄

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you, always learning.

[@DetailingMadeSimple]

Great video. I enjoyed this segment. I like the look of you’re set to your ways. Can’t wait to see the coating segment 💪

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you Soc

[@booboocushion30]

2 of my favorite peeps! Excellent video!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@danielfletcher1384]

Fantastic video Chelsea! Looking forward to part 2.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@40utub3]

Thanks for sharing these awesome time saving tips and techniques

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you for watching

[@gabrielmontanez4282]

Not squeezing the PSDT anymore 😅 Gracias for sharing, looking forward for part 2

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Me neither!

[@cfwebdeveloper]

This is an awesome video, so much info to learn from! Thanks for sharing

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you for watching!

[@millerdetailing4176]

This was such a great video full of so much useful knowledge. Thank you Chelsea and Yvan for all your expertise .

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@MikesAutoDetailing]

Great informative video

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@ethanblan435]

Love watching Yvan work, and he’s such a natural teacher. That way of using iron remover is great, and it’s the only way I use iron remover since learning that from him. Yvan just makes detailing so simple. I did the diy 5 year coating, and the only thing I didn’t like about it was the opening in the bottle seemed a bit too large to consistently get the same amount of product on the applicator. Looking forward to parts 2 and 3!

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Agreed the orifice is larger than most and just takes a learning curve to not dump it out

[@ethanblan435]

@@attention2detailswchelsea yeah I would either be dropping the applicator because there wasn’t enough or it would literally be running down the panels. I like the ones you can turn upside down and shake until you get like 10-15 little drops

[@diydetailofficial]

@@ethanblan435thanks for the feedback, yes future batches will get a smaller orifice.

[@ChiGalKMcAcura]

Awesome. This reminded me watching my neighbor who was home on leave from the Marines teach his sister how to parallel park. He was such a great teacher in life but after being told how to so many times she just exited the car and told him to park it. Chelsea, thanks for not leaving the car in the street. It’s not until later in life that we make that humbling phone call to say, “you were right. I should’ve listened then. Thanks for the great advice.”

[@diydetailofficial]

Chelsea would not be the type to give up!

[@tripsingh3642]

For snowfoam you should try the version 2 of bilt hamber touchless max 2% pir not to sure on the price in the states its a UK manufacturer its seriously good stuff I currently use autofoam which is 4% pir these 2 really clean plus there glass cleaner traceless is very decent Chelsea

[@ModleskyAutoDetailing]

Excellent video

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you

[@ModleskyAutoDetailing]

@@diydetailofficial so here's a question. You're working on a vehicle with single stage paint with visible surface rust. Is your synthetic decontamination towel and iron remover something you could use to eliminate the surface rust before going over the paint with a polisher?

[@diydetailofficial]

@@ModleskyAutoDetailing if by surface rust you mean rust that’s from brake dust yes, if it’s coming from below the paint( the patina look) then no.

[@user-ri3bf4or5y]

What a great video. How intimidating to be working with Ivan, one on one. You seemed a bit tense but that is to be expected. We all would question our detail process when in front of Ivan. You did a great job and do great work! Keep it up Chelsea!

[@diydetailofficial]

Chelsea’s the real star, I was there to learn, say hello, and geek out being in her environment.

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Oh stop it. Lol. We just had a fun day but at times I may have second guessed myself but I’m never too proud to admit that I’m wrong or can be better. Thankful for Yvans patience and vernacular capabilities.

[@neilwalker5041]

What a great video to watch and learn from. I am a home based detailer and too and I am always looking for ways to improve efficiency. The DIY line has helped me a ton with improving efficiency and delivering outstanding results. Last count I have five DIY gallon jugs in my garage and to be honest I need three more. I use the corded Flex rotary because corded versions make more torque at lower rpm’s versus battery. The gold standard polish means I do not have to tape off which saves a lot of time. It is also the standard of being pad dependent and I no longer have to carry a cutting compound and a polishing compound. Thank you guys for the video as I have learned a lot of knowledge from you and Yvan!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you Neil.

[@williambooth7885]

When you used the red jeweling pad, did it correct any of the minor imperfections the GS yellow waffle left? And I have ADHD as well so I understand the hyper focus thing lol

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Both corrected equally I’d say

[@robl6044]

Wow you got Yvan to come to your home awesome and as Wayne from Wayne’s world would say we’re not worthy we’re not worthy 😊 great video

[@diydetailofficial]

I was the lucky one, getting to meet Chelsea and her family.

[@robl6044]

@@diydetailofficial she is great also

[@diydetailofficial]

@@robl6044 agreed

[@wesoakes]

For higher volume rinsing of iron remover I have an 8mm orifice pressure washer tip I swap in. Just an idea to share.

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Thanks!

[@diydetailofficial]

Excellent plan. Often a pw will come with a black soap tip.

[@davidwebster6005]

Hello Chelsea I enjoy your videos and appreciate all the tips you share. I’ve noticed that you discuss a wide variety of products. Since you have experimented with so many, can you please let me know the products you use for the following tasks : - Carpet cleaning - Carpet stain remover - Grease on headliner - Tree sap remover - Tar remover - Water spot remover I also have a few questions: 1. Do you recommend having an ozone machine 2. Can a clay towel be used instead of a clay bar 3. Do you always use an iron remover with every detail Thank you 😊

[@AntLive29]

Wow this is a great video! I have one question. How do you roll and store your PW hose when you are finished?

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

I roll it by hand and hook it on my wall

[@diydetailofficial]

She is meticulous about storing all her equipment, it’s a beautiful thing.

[@johnparkerzabala]

I’m on it

[@marklittleton1309]

Two of my favorites! Great video, Chelsea! Did you ever think when you started your detailing business several years ago that you'd ever be doing things like this with folks like Yvan? How cool is that!

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Never in my wildest dreams. God is good!

[@diydetailofficial]

Chelsea is amazing, and the industry needs to pay more attention to her.

[@marklittleton1309]

@@diydetailofficial I completely agree!

[@chrisginoc]

Yvan is the like jedi master teaching the younger jedis. Legend. You can tell the years and experience even from how he uses the pressuer washer.

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you, but I’m just a beginner in this industry.

[@chrisginoc]

@@diydetailofficial Respect

[@jesusmcortijo9771]

Hi Chelsea, I can't imagine how exited you were, during Mr Ivan visit, I was watching the video and my respect for him increased when I saw him grabbed a microfiber and started helping you jeje. There's people who who less experience and less years in this world (detailing) and they even responded a question jaja. God bless you and your family

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Yes I felt bad being idle myself but he outworks most! He’s extremely fit and made me want to step up my game lol

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you, I can’t not help, doesn’t seem right, plus I had to work to earn the meal we shared with the whole family.

[@jesusmcortijo9771]

@diydetailofficial Mr Ivan, you always going to have my respect, I remember when Mike (@mikeautodetailing) a detailer friend from California call you, and you helped him with a big problem he had jejeje

[@Tonyis4given]

WOW! I have been so into Gold Standard had not paid attention to Quick Beads, wow! Great products DIY, and great video ATD, Ivan is the consummate professional!!! Thank you for the info and training!

[@diydetailofficial]

Thank you!

[@tundrawhisperer4821]

What is Gold Standard? Thx

[@diydetailofficial]

The Gold Standard Polishing System is our polish and pads.

[@Tonyis4given]

@@tundrawhisperer4821 believe me it is the gold standard for real! Works perfectly with little product and working time is darn near endless!

[@functionaldoc5054]

Great video . Which rotary did you like best?

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Maxshine was the smoothest but there was a generic Chinese Rotary that Yvan had that was more powerful than the Maxshine one and I believe more affordable so I’m still shopping around but so far the Maxshine one is number one but if I had a limitless budget I would probably go for the Milwaukee battery powered one because I’m tired of cords.

[@user-iz7ng7vg3x]

Is the clay towel he used in the video the same as the one listed below?In the product s

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Yes

[@rooboy99]

What a great video Chelsea. I felt like a kid at school listening to the teacher. Asked you a question on your Facebook page today about how to speed up curing time of another brand coating that you'd used recently. If I'm correct , with DIYs coatings I can wait just 2 hours then apply ceramic gloss as a topper then send it. Sounds like a winner

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

That will actually be answered and discussed in the next video.

[@diydetailofficial]

With our coatings, you can send it after 1 hour. If you want to wait to apply DIY Detail Ceramic Gloss, then you must wait 2.

[@rooboy99]

@@diydetailofficial thank you for the reply. As we are in winter here in Australia, the chance of rain in a 24 hour period is high. I'm looking to use coatings that will allow me to apply, have a short cure time and not having to stress if it will rain within a few hours of the client picking the vehicle up. Would cetamic gloss act like a sacrificial layer in this instance whilst the coating is curing underneath or won't it matter? Regards

[@wescat2]

If I had waited 1 month I would have tried DIY Details 5 year on our black car for the gloss. It looked so easy to apply and remove. It wasn't out when I coated our car.

[@diydetailofficial]

It won’t be your last car.

[@2226cc]

Deleted my previous comment. I should actually read the video description. :) But, have to say that it's hard to watch a video featuring Yvan where I don't learn something new. I've been looking to get a MaxShine DA to fit my small budget. Aiming at the M8S, but wondering if I should rather check out the M1000 rotary. Rotaries are scary though as one of my vehicles went off for bodywork some years back and the poor thing is still covered in holograms from when they hit it with a rotary buffer. Also such a pity I can't get any Diy Detail products over here. That iron remover with surfactants looks perfect.

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

That’s a shame because if they had just changed their pad and lowered their speed they could have easily removed those holograms with the same device

[@diydetailofficial]

Where is « over here »?

[@2226cc]

@@diydetailofficial South Africa.

[@2226cc]

@@attention2detailswchelsea It's all about turn-around and how many vehicles they can get through the gates. On the bright side, I now have a vehicle to practice on. :)

[@diydetailofficial]

@@2226cc unfortunately we don’t have distributors there yet

[@tomchinigo5014]

WOW what an amazing video !!! Thank you sooooo much and I absorbed every bit of it. I know you had mentioned the tingling in your hands so get them checked out a.s.a.p. I am 51 now but in my earlier years all I used was the 3401 Beast... Last year so say I was 50 I had carpal tunnel surgery done on both hands and it is a huge difference. I wish I had gotten them done sooner. I need to learn the rotary better... Which one do you suggest ? Thanks again to both of you !!!

[@diydetailofficial]

They are all very different, if you can attend an event or visit a shop with different tools, to hold and try them. There’s no best, only best for you.

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Personally the Maxshine and a Chinese brand one were my favorite

[@tomchinigo5014]

@@attention2detailswchelsea Thank you !!! I just picked up the Maxshine mini dryer and it is very sturdy and super powerful so I will look into the Maxshine one.

[@KRIL89]

Is the blue rotary a Makita?

[@diydetailofficial]

No, Car Shield

[@89unica]

Great video! I was wondering what process is done if you are doing iron decontamination on a convertible? is there any concern about the product damaging or staining? obviously you wouldn't be applying it to the top, but there is certainly opportunity for the product entering the tops well during rinsing?

[@diydetailofficial]

It won’t affect the roof .

[@vcz28]

Hey Chelsea, Victor from Diamond Shine Detailing. Question for you since you worked with Ivan. I have used rotary before but when finished, noticed I had a whole bunch of streaks from the rotary polisher. What is the proper speed, pressure or technique to use to remove, minimize or not get rotary streaks from a buffer. Thanks for your videos.

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

Speed 1 and recommend using their jeweling red waffle pad. Arm speed is moderate and only 1 or 2 passes should be necessary. But you may need a black pad if it’s super soft but I’d try the red jeweling pad on speed 1 with their gold standard or optimum hyper polish

[@vcz28]

@@attention2detailswchelsea any tips on cutting with a rotary?

[@diydetailofficial]

@@vcz28cut with your DA, it’s more efficient. For finishing with a rotary, lowest speed it will go, no pressure, no flat pads, keep your pads clean and damp, don’t hold the machine too hard.

[@Cando79]

Can your products be used by a diy person on a torch red corvette? Or should I use a detail shop? Must I use a clay bar or just two or three back to back washes?

[@attention2detailswchelsea]

It all depends on your comfort level. They are easy to use products that beginners and Pros are like Love. I highly recommend their clay towel as it’s much easier to use and you only have to wash then do your Decon versus washing your vehicle three times. You’ll still yield better results with less effort with a clay towel versus multiple washes. A Bonded contaminant is a Bonded contaminant, and it needs an abrasive or decontamination to remove it.

[@timmclaughlin7576]

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