"Detailing" My Battered Old Mountain Bike

Time to dust off and deep clean my battered old mountain bike ready for some fresh dog poo-hopping on the prom!
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[@CarCleaningGuru]

Who knew I secretly owned a P1?!

[@mathjuk]

nice bike, needs a new chain though :)

[@jamesblake3846]

Make do and mend. Always satisfying seeing new life breathed into old possessions!

[@CarCleaningGuru]

Going to get a cheap rear brake and some headset bearings from the bike shop tomorrow then go for a ride 😎.

[@YrnehLrak]

And now I know its the detailing I like, not just the cars

[@jf6441]

Love it! Do a childs power wheel or a childs Little Tikes Cozy coupe next!

[@Southghost5997]

There's something about your older videos that just draw people to watch, and in my case rewatch several times over. No background music, slower relaxing pace of narration and of course the wordsmithery. Anyway, I like the variation!

[@VARADAMODUBLIN]

Yeah there was something so relaxing about watching the guru do his thing in the old videos, nowadays it’s all product pushing and too much talking. I enjoyed watching high end cars getting detailed, not sure why that stopped

[@JAY61ish]

@@VARADAMODUBLIN You see i'm the opposite .i prefer more normal cars . i'm sick to death of super/hyper cars... just not as interesting .

[@apb3251]

If you are riding on UK roads a wet lube like Muc Off for chains is best, if you are off roading in dusty places a dry lube. Wd40 will attract more grime to it than a lube.

[@HypnotizinDetailz]

I never thought I would watch a bike cleaning video, but you made it very enjoyable Joe, very well done! 🤩🤝🏻😎

[@CarCleaningGuru]

I never thought I’d make one but here we are!

[@ilikechickensausages2075]

Hello Hypnotizin any new video to come out?

[@HypnotizinDetailz]

@@ilikechickensausages2075 - Hello my Friend, thanks very much for thinking of me, it’s very kind of you. No, unfortunately nothing is coming out… and I think I will give up on the videos and the channel itself; at the moment I feel that we won’t make any more videos. 😊☹️

[@ilikechickensausages2075]

@@HypnotizinDetailz That's a shame but can understand it takes a lot of time and effort and if your not seeing any return on the hard work it can take it's toll. Anyway mate all the best for the future.

[@HypnotizinDetailz]

@@ilikechickensausages2075 - Exactly… Basically this is what happened - you explained/felt it quite well my Friend. Thanks very much for all your kind words, support and understanding during these years, since the beginning of my channel! 🤩🙏🏻 I might get the spark back, we never know, so I can’t say that for sure this is definitely the end… But I want to enjoy what I am doing, and making videos is unfortunately absolutely upstream for me now. Wishing you all the very best my Friend, see you… around here! 😉🤜🏻💥🤛🏻😎

[@jamesarmitage8399]

Good job, nothing like a bit of variety!!

[@mangoshake]

"Went ahead and gave my knobbles a good scrub" You knew exactly why you added that part 😭

[@scotthornsey]

I would say it's worth keeping. Other than aesthetically, dirt jumpers haven't really changed. A fork rebuild or a second hand modern set wouldn't go a miss though I reckon. Would really lighten up the bike a bit over the old boxers too

[@davidblock1464]

You may want to consider adding handlebar ends, keeps you hands from slipping off each end. Just make sure they are on nice and tight. I wrap mine with grippy anti-slip tape. Cheers!

[@AutobriteDirectLTD]

Brilliant video Guru as always! Love the honesty ❤

[@darius2640]

I also had a P1, just not sure if it was the same year. also putting a dual crown fork on a dirt jump frame is like swapping a V12 into a ford fiesta

[@CarCleaningGuru]

I know haha it was like that when I bought it honestly!

[@tonyosullivan2382]

First thoughts, how is he going to get twenty two minutes and twenty six seconds out of this. But you did, and I found it as enjoyable as the four wheel ones. Nice mid week treat 🤙

[@oliverburgess1036]

Looks good! A proper throw back especially with those Tioga tyres. I’d certainly get it back up working again. Especially as the evenings are getting longer and weather is getting nicer. Make you feel 16 again bombing around on it for half hour in the evening 🚴

[@shanebennett54]

That one brought back a few memories 😂😂👍

[@soulshinobi]

Absolutely love this, keep up the unique quality content

[@ptdumptruck]

Damn thats a nice bike....It might be old but still nice. It would've been all the rage in high school

[@geoffersmaher]

That's a classic with some real nice parts fitted, hope brake and monkey bars with marzocci bombers. Quality mate

[@thecraigmachine69]

You did an awesome job! Happy riding!

[@sixtysecondsofstephens2386]

Great alternative video there Joe.

[@NickBosshard]

Sweet P1 you got there! Had a P3 as my first bike and loved that thing. Also love the bomber on there, mustbe a fun ride! Also very interesting seeing you clean a bike, as it's part of my work as a bike mechanic.

[@CarCleaningGuru]

I don’t profess to be a pro bike cleaner, just having a go on my own beater!

[@NickBosshard]

@@CarCleaningGuru You did a better job than I ever do 😂 Just a small heads up on the cain lube, spare the cogs and just add it to the inner part of the chain. Makes it easier to clean next time round and works just as good.

[@hamitbe]

Awesome. Enjoyed every minute of it.

[@dalewintle8099]

Cracking Job that mate , really enjoyed the vid 👍

[@johnweir8936]

Satisfying to see dirty bikes and cars getting cleaned , nice classic bike ,I still have my green rockhopper comp !

[@michaelgoodwin593]

Man I had a P2 around 2005, brings bac memories. My first pay cheque ever for £700 bought it. Got stolen a few weeks later.

[@tinniswood2577]

Thoroughly enjoyed that.

[@robinrai4973]

downhill fork on a hardtail :o I dig the different video!

[@CarCleaningGuru]

Haha I think a young lad had it before me so went a bit mad modding it!

[@jamesaylward3]

Looks great 👍

[@Ditypo]

being a bike anorak, that's proper old school that

[@KernelUser1]

Definitely restore it! And more bike content!

[@MrBizike]

Simple Green, Pledge and Finish Line Dry Lube are the only products you need.

[@marybetheby5184]

That's the cleanest hardtail in the woods no doubt..😎👍

[@kai_291]

My Idea would be that you fix it up, and since it's to small for you hand it out to charity or some kid from the block who maybe could use it. Would be awesome to make a kid smile I think 👍🏻

[@cg7856]

Nice vid guru

[@GS04WAL]

Didn't know Autobrite did bike cleaning tackle. Suspect I will be making use of the discount code soon.

[@adampug206gti]

Well done joe another great video even though it's provided by leg power thoroughly enjoyable...👍🏻😎

[@EmDeeCee6147]

Great video pal. I’ve still got my’92 Orange from back in the day 👌🏻

[@CarCleaningGuru]

Carbon Yeti aside, I think an Orange would be my ideal dog poo-hopper 😎.

[@PhilDiasPJD]

Loved the video. ❤

[@DC-SA1]

Nice video! I'd say keep it, EXCEPT for the fact it's undersized, that makes it really inefficient to ride, so might be time to pass it off to a local middle schooler 😉

[@judebrown2672]

Great video. Nice change. Great idea.

[@johnalexandermcbryde9788]

awesome episode! inspired to get my Cannondale out the shed and scrub my knobbles

[@CarCleaningGuru]

Always liked Cannondales. Saw Missy Giove at ‘Bike 98’ exhibiting her pro knobbles.

[@andrew300169]

Cool video!

[@itsevansxx2299]

Love this something different 🎉

[@RoderickGMacLeod]

@Car Cleaning Guru Is the rear hub non-drive side set up for a brake disc? If so, I'd say that you should source a new (or gently used) brake setup for the rear, install the brake components and sell it on since it isn't the right size for you.

[@davidlumb1882]

Have you tried chrome north west products they mainly aim for folk who detail or look after trucks its mainly available in trucks tops or some motorway forecourts...its worth a review I use it on my car and truck they do the full range of cleaning stuff I recommend the pink

[@AverageReviewsYT]

That chain oiling process.. killed me..

[@darenwaters1469]

Great video

[@Tayeedz1]

This makes me wanna fix my old mountain bike. Last rode it 10 years ago

[@retrobikechannel2599]

Great job ... nice bike.

[@abdulmiah2014]

About time🎉

[@JAY61ish]

P1!!! Bloody great bike...

[@ichosethishandle]

Nice

[@Nevakonaza.]

Came up a treat,I find Automotive engine degreaser a better option for cleaning bike chains,Spray it on night before let it soak, as these dedicated sprays made for the job from these companies who produce numerous products tend to not really have the ooompfff to break down the old thick tar like oil on the chain :) Super nice bike though im always looking for little things to upgrade on my 2016 Cube Analog MTB 29" Er,Its VERY high mileage now though as i use it daily,Still going strong other than a few age related niggles (Bit like us all) haha :)

[@Beer_Dad1975]

That glove looks like someone chopped a Telletubbies hand off!

[@Xennial_Dad]

Nice job. I have to point out though that WD-40 is a fantastic water displacer but is not a good lubricant. A silicone based spray would be better, but better still, a good dedicated chain lube like fenwicks is my go to.

[@CarCleaningGuru]

No this was a dedicated chain lube made by them but for motorcycles so it’s all thick and sticky.

[@Xennial_Dad]

@@CarCleaningGuru ahhh. Happy days. All I clocked was the WD-40 😂

[@scottboone494]

how do you store all the stuff you have; I would love to see a video of your tools and favorite tools that you use. I find it hard to store my car cleaning tools. tips would be awesome.

[@CarCleaningGuru]

Shitty little utility room 🤷‍♂️. In terms of storage of individual bits in what bags etc, I’ve done a couple of vids in this in the past.

[@justingrainger6627]

Can you detail your oven next please? That's a git to clean.

[@CarCleaningGuru]

There’s a special man in a van around here for that!

[@sparko2012]

Nice bike, ideal for hopping over the dog turds on the Wirral way.

[@CarCleaningGuru]

Horse turds there!

[@donovan22]

I also never ride while unlubed, dry and crusty Good tip!

[@jamessherwood8817]

RIP all those bearings 😅

[@elfspicer]

You'll find a youngster in the neighbourhood who would love to have that bike. Buy a new one and give it to a local kid.

[@CarCleaningGuru]

I deffo will when I can afford a new one. Whoever gives it the longest glance gets it!

[@duncangrainge]

That’s actually a pretty sweet bike. It’s in great condition so shouldn’t be at the back of the shed ! 🤣🤣😝✌️

[@CarCleaningGuru]

Especially with dressed tyres!

[@RUSSM8]

If you want to start getting out regularly and racking up the miles, I'd invest your coin in a newer model. Current design and geometry is far superior to 90s stuff - particularly for us tall lads ! But would be great if you had space to keep that too, such a classic !

[@cheggers80]

Once you'd finished and from over 5 feet away it looked brand new I reckon :)

[@dronejunglistplatoon]

YES!!! FIX IT!!!!

[@misterdroneboy8999]

Send it mate

[@SteveLBMK]

Yeah, gotta make sure you clean and scrub your knobbles properly for maximum performance going uphill and downhill.

[@CarCleaningGuru]

Exactly.

[@d0tEx1]

i own old giant stp 1 from 2008 similar to p1 ,they dont make good bikes as before

[@BURP39R]

And I thought I was a wool. And I'm from Skem 🤪

[@jameshutchins3396]

From my experience. When you get old you will wish you kept it.

[@CarCleaningGuru]

True. I’ll either keep it if I have space or give it away if/when I buy a new one.

[@user-xk9tx9fr8l]

Be careful with pointing the pressure washer at bearings

[@CarCleaningGuru]

Half of them had already gone from the headset here but yeh on a newer or more well kept bike take it easy.

[@wiktorczarnecki1244]

Do you have a Klaus Kinski as Count Dracula tattoo on your left forearm?

[@CarCleaningGuru]

The Master, Salem’s Lot. Similar Nosferatu-inspired vampire.

[@wiktorczarnecki1244]

@@CarCleaningGuru Looks sick AF to me anyway!

[@Clyde__Frog]

Mid 2000's bike jelousy!

[@bandmaid_blue]

nice to meet you. I always look forward to it. The MTB car wash was so amazing. I own several MTBs. This video is the video I've been waiting for! Thank you for your wonderful videos.

[@leguama6131]

Oh damn bike content, you love to see it

[@0956y]

Cleaning my bicycle feels more relaxed than cleaning my car.

[@CarCleaningGuru]

The tick tick tick of the cassette.

[@lesleysmith5623]

As you have a stand it’s easier to remove the wheels to clean them. I would also have taken the chain off and fitted a new one. Cringed a bit with the pressure washer, even on low setting.

[@CarCleaningGuru]

I don’t think I’ll use the stand again it was a pain in the arse, prefer to just turn upside down and remove the wheels that way. Deffo needs a new chain but I can’t afford to spend too much on it for the sake of a video that will likely only generate £50 🤷‍♂️

[@pigeonpoo1823]

BH Surfex at 1:1 ratio will clean any component on any bike. And strip components of vital grease..... Whoops.

[@paulrowell1820]

You ever thought of a full ceramic coating for a bike

[@CarCleaningGuru]

Yes for a newer or more well kept bike although PPF is probably a better choice overall.

[@younessemagoune1816]

👍🚴‍♂️

[@GezzyJ]

I know its an old bike but the use of that pressure washer around parts that contain bearings and seals is painful 😢

[@AverageReviewsYT]

12:14… adjust the speed to high.. and turn it on… 😁😁😁 thank me later.

[@stevenbrown8857]

Fix it n go off road 😊

[@srts8945]

Future classic maybe, things have moved on so much it would be more cost effective to buy a modern used bike for £1500. I cringed a little when you blasted the rear sprocket with wd40, It's as bad as using a sponge to clean a car 😂.

[@TheMozerfok]

Sooo i buy a mountain bike and you teach me how to clean it like a few days after... What are the odds?

[@CarCleaningGuru]

It was meant to be!

[@09jlivers]

Just accept it as is. It looks better than more than half the bikes in the world. Put the money back into your business.

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

Nice!!! I have done 4 bikes from neighbors who are mountain bikers with Gtechniq products protection

[@CarCleaningGuru]

Show off!

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

@@CarCleaningGuru 😄😄it's part of growing as a Detailer not only for vehicles but for motorcycles (haven't done one), bikes, boats, trucks 😄😄 Unfortunately that line of products isn't available here

[@Bas-G]

For a few hundred pounds in parts you're almost better off picking up something used and doing another fixer upper video.

[@emerald39]

You shouldn't pressure wash a bike because water seeps into the bearings

[@MecchaKakkoi]

Yas!

[@edmund8]

Next video: detailing a skateboard

[@FixitFarris]

“Meet the wife Susan isn’t she beautiful”

[@A-F777]

1

[@ReDLiNeNL]

Disgusting! Blasphemy! 10/10 Would shred this.

[@user-jb5fu2de3y]

I just love those videos

[@brianknight5899]

Plz upgrade this bike I'd love to see I know you do car cleaning but otis you've got a decent bike there amazon have some decent stuff on there like hope brakes bergtec handle bars you can get this bike looking mint oh I subscribed 👍

[@CarCleaningGuru]

I fitted cheap rear disc today and new headset bearings so no more rattle and can do skids again! Just needs brake line shortening and maybe a chain tensioner.

[@dedeco1200]

Nice JOB!