Don't Make These Top 10 Common Detailing Mistakes! - Chemical Guys

[@ChemicalGuys]

Don't Make these Detailing Mistakes! - Microfiber Wash: bit.ly/3O3E1Yy - Streak-Free Window Cleaner: bit.ly/3pyQoSu - OG Clay Bar: bit.ly/3O1yrGl - HydroCharge Plus: bit.ly/3O21lGj

[@WetPumpkin]

I’ve been trying to start a new business detailing cars and thank you so much for helping me through this I just finished my second detail

[@edruiz6364]

I recently bought one of your humongous black drying towels, and it came with a sticker instead of a tag, brilliant!

[@ChemicalGuys]

Happy detailing!

[@turismo-russdog8134]

This video was great! Need these guys together more often. Lets have a Polishing Red flag video. Like dos and donts with your products in series, and best recommended routes. Like c4 & p4, slick finish, glaze, jet sealant, then maybe even butter wax last. A video along those lines including products as such. Thanks guys!

[@benleone5800]

I used the "Wet Mirror Finish" applied with My Flex today on My Black Jag XK8. Followed it with The "Butter Wet Wax" Even in this Heat wave and 89% Humidity. Reduced Fine Lines, Very Impressive Results. I have only been Detailing Six Decades, so what do I know. My "Hats Off" Two Superior Products!!!! You Guys Rock! Thanks for the Fast Fed Ex Shipping.

[@jjbanda9265]

I think a red flag is rushing yourself to finish quicker, it’s about taking your time and enjoy cleaning and taking care of your vehicle because it will benefit you in the long run, if you want your vehicle to last longer, then take your time in taking care of it

[@apc01352]

Follow up question to #10. How exactly does washing back & forth in a line avoid the contaminants from scratching your vehicle? My thought is if there's something in the mitt then its gonna scratch the paint regardless of what direction you're going. Aren't they just going to be straight scratches instead of circular scratches?

[@pingdamerciless]

Less likely to scratch in straight lines and if it does, lines are easier to polish out than swirls

[@PissBoys]

Swirls reflect light to tons of different angles and thus are much more visible than straight lines, which only reflect light in comparatively few directions.

[@XecutiveOfficial]

Swirls are a myth, they are literally just made up of thousands of straight scratches. The only reason you see them in a swirl formation is because of the way that light refracts off the surface of the vehicle.

[@C3Gaming1]

When washing towels, should I wash glass towels separate, detailing separate and metals separate? Or can I wash them all together??

[@benleone5800]

I only made one detailing mistake! Staying in it for a full five decades. You mean I cant use beach towels after the beach? They only have a little sand in them. THANKS for the video! Stay well! I only use White 100% COTTON towels on my cars. FIFTY years. Never Microfibers.

[@thefactor6909]

Also if I may add I used your chemical Guys complete Clay system this weekend and it’s a amazing my car came out so good . The best clay bar package I’ve ever used . The clay bar lube works like magic 👍🏻

[@rckticeman13]

Can you do a top ten red flags when polishing?

[@ChemicalGuys]

Great suggestion!

[@BearBudgetgarage]

So my bottle of Dawn is a good first step to preppiing panels for repainting if it removes wax and grease and coatings. That's what I have been doing before using a solvent cleaner

[@inspector4133]

I've always been afraid of clay bars. It just seems intuitive that they'd take the dirt off the car itself, and spread it out and maybe even put fine scratches on the painted surface that you're trying to clean. How does this not happen?

[@chill521]

Don't be afraid, the clay bar is your friend. The clay lube provides a layer of protection between the clay and the paint so make sure you use it very liberally, and fold and flatten the bar frequently to spread those little particles throughout it so they don't all end up on one side of the bar by the time you do the whole car.

[@redhead3110]

If circular motions when washing leaves swirls in the paint due to possible contaminates if that is the case how does it not make long scratches in the paint from using straight lines or back and forth motion how does the contaminants know the difference

[@rsween922]

Thank you for all the content, incredible amount of information. In the video you covered the proper care of microfiber towels, the washing and drying etc. My question is, for a DIY'er who don't go through washloads of microfiber, wash mitts, drying towels etc....is there a proper way to hand wash with the microfiber detergent? Thank you in advance.

[@rickraub5448]

Also…do I use hydroslick after each wash with hydrosuds? Or do I use hydro speed after each wash with hydrosuds?

[@kansaidan2302]

What is it about TIRES/WHEELS? Don't contaminate rest of car with tire debris and grime while washing. WASH tires first? Also, TRIM, for me, seems to be a bit complicated. Keep it separate from rest of car sealing? Lay down TRIM specific products in which order? TRIM maintenance? Thanks! for the great pro info, guys ....

[@AZ.AlphaMobileDetailing23]

For brand new towels, should I shake it out before using it? Or should I wash it with the microfiber wash before I use it?

[@malachicook5419]

i hate that no one is answering questions however this question is highly dependent upon the towel. washing first you can never go wrong although you wouldn't need MF wash detergent for washing before use. cold water wash low/no heat dry. conditions the towels and removes lint if any.

[@smartins8775]

Hi guys, loved this video❤. Question, do you think it’s safe to wash your car say at home but then drive it to a park for shade to apply ceramic coating?

[@ChemicalGuys]

Absolutely!

[@Onkelreich]

7:30 Could I wash them together in Washmachine after Detailing?

[@ChemicalGuys]

Hey! Wash interior and exterior towels separately to prevent cross-contamination.

[@davidcameron2278]

Loved Joey's 3 Pointer!!

[@ChemicalGuys]

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[@ParthMehta-x7t]

How much luber is a good amount? I’m a newbie and clay blocked my large SUV, had to be outside in the heat. Ended up using the entire bottle of Luber. Is that too much or is that much needed for a large car? Thanks for all your videos I’ve been learning a lot! Love the bloopers too!

[@chill521]

A lot. Bigger the vehicle, more the lube needed. The gallon refill bottle is defiantly worth it if you do more than one car.

[@thefactor6909]

What’s your thoughts on California dusters or similar? The oil based type dusters that you can use to dust off your cars between washes . Will it scratch your paint ?

[@junballs6576]

It will. Since it doesn't need to be washed. You'll have old dust & dirt on each time you use that duster. That's a easy way of getting a lot swirls on your ride. To minimize swirls. Just wash weekly & use type of blower to dry off car. You can't avoid your ride from getting swirls. But you can minimize it.

[@Rodvous]

Every single time I rip the tag off it tears up the sewing in the edge and the towel gets ratty looking & begins to come undone - immediately. Pull up, down or sideways, fast or slow....it always shreds your stiching!

[@FloridaGiant305]

Use scissors maybe

[@fastongue123]

Hi ! is it ok to use dish soap if i am planning to compound and wax my car. I want to remove old wax and grease.

[@malachicook5419]

yes quick detailer immediatley after as drying aid preferably one w out much sealant either way compounding would remove what would interfere with wax. but in turn would provide the conditioning needed from the harsh dish soap.

[@meanf1502]

Great video I have a question with clean slate can I only use a little bit of it as a cleaner not to strip off my carbon force I heard carbon force can get gunked up

[@ChemicalGuys]

Hi there! Thanks so much for tuning in. Clean Slate will bot remove Carbon Force. Try using HydroSuds to boost and maintain your coating.

[@tyronemorina4306]

Do you make a spray that can be used after wash that will stop water spots? Nosale thanks

[@ChemicalGuys]

Hey! Check out After Wash to assist with the drying process. www.chemicalguys.com/after-wash-drying-agent/after-wash-drying-agent.html

[@mre3120]

I only wash my car with waterless wash once a week is that good/ok been doing it for little over year. Since my car was new . It seems to get dusty fast but I don’t have a garage or carport .

[@malachicook5419]

no

[@malachicook5419]

ultimately everything wont come up and what doesn't come up goes down. Many/most if not all waterless washes have sealents in them each week your over sealing the down contaminants, along with any air particles that may bond with last weeks spray before it may of completely dried or may of been left by towel.

[@pantherplatform]

Every 2003-2011 Lincoln Town Car that's ever been "detailed" had had a rag get stuck in the chrome on the trunk then yanked out resulting in the trim being cracked at the corners.

[@ChemicalGuys]

Thanks so much for your feedback!

[@Shelbyville16]

What is the best “quick wash” Graffiti coating spray?

[@ChemicalGuys]

Hi Jason! Check out HydroSpeed. www.chemicalguys.com/hydrospeed/WAC23316.html

[@samdickinson8212]

I keep a fair amount of product in my trunk. Is this a bad idea? It gets pretty hot in there during the summer.

[@malachicook5419]

ehh for the most part

[@samdickinson8212]

@@malachicook5419 thanks for that robust answer

[@chevyguy89]

Can you use microfiber towls to dry the tires on your vehicle

[@ChemicalGuys]

Absolutely!

[@monstermash5780]

I recommend you keep using the same towels on the wheels for wheels only

[@builtbyymachh9518]

Can we get a what soap to use when to use for detailing businesses

[@ChemicalGuys]

Thanks so much for your suggestion!

[@Booster388]

Do you guys have a detailing kit on the website?

[@ChemicalGuys]

Hey! Check out these kits. www.chemicalguys.com/kits/

[@chicomike305]

Great video

[@ChemicalGuys]

Glad you enjoyed the video!!

[@markdicrosta8478]

How do you remove ceramic?

[@ChemicalGuys]

Hey Mark! Machine polishing is required to remove ceramic. Check out this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5ramIZ4d5prgqM

[@markdicrosta8478]

@Chemical Guys Thank you Does it have to be a rotary machine or can you also use D.A

[@omnilife6660]

dont drop the soap....clay bar! 😂❤

[@ChemicalGuys]

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[@eldareldar7174]

Do scented formulas like "watermelon" attract ants. That seems to be the case at my house.

[@eighty6_cisco]

One of my neighbors one time pulled out a dish sponge some dish soap and regular hand towel I almost wanted to go give him some sandpaper

[@ChemicalGuys]

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[@arrozconmgtow5026]

Yeah, ask him if he also likes to lick windows...then immediately take his keys away no matter what he says.

[@johnkrumenacker8625]

Love the content

[@ChemicalGuys]

Thanks so much for the awesome feedback!

[@omnilife6660]

Hi From Las Vegas

[@ChemicalGuys]

Greetings from Southern California!

[@samuelnair6527]

Nice duo

[@ChemicalGuys]

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[@ronaldpena7121]

What you guys use for the window trimmings to add some vrp without getting it on the windows?

[@ChemicalGuys]

Hi Ronald! Use the corner of a clean microfiber towel or a foam UFO Applicator Pad for controlled application of dressing. www.chemicalguys.com/wax-and-dressing-ufo-applicator/ufo-applicator.html

[@kyleharvey433]

You guys didn’t mention washing your car in the Sun cause not everyone will wash in the shade or when the vehicle is cool to the touch

[@raymondpaterno2800]

251st like 🛻🚗🚙💨🇵🇭 no skipping of advertisements ✅👏

[@ChemicalGuys]

Thanks so much for watching!!

[@pantherplatform]

Rule #1: if you drop your cloth in the dirt, put it right back on the paint. In the dirt, right back on the paint.

[@PissBoys]

The dirt helps remove oxidation and gives the paint artisanal character.

[@ChemicalGuys]

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[@gtaste]

Old 🧦 😂

[@ChemicalGuys]

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