How To Properly Prep/Decontaminate for Paint Correction

[@mynsxt6]

Great information and cutting to the chase as always Joe, keep up the great work that you do!!!!!

[@tombanes]

Nice video, explaining every step quickly and efficiently . No crazy "special" brands .

[@TripleGAutoDetailing]

I absolutely love your videos. If the temperature here in Maine wasn't in the 20's I would be doing this today. Keep the videos coming!

[@NextLevelAutoDetail]

Thank you for the continued support and kind words

[@MEG63115]

Excellent video, great time saving tips with the way you used the iron remover and clay bar

[@montecrlo76]

I think your one of the better KZbin detail provider. Nice work!

[@NextLevelAutoDetail]

Thank you for the encouraging words nothing makes me happier than when I help people and encourage people with my videos and articles thank you

[@alexterrazas26]

thanks joe great vid look forward to more content!

[@BRunkel07]

Great video Joe! Nailed it with the difference in goals between prep wash and maintenance wash. I actually never thought of STARTING with the iron remover. I usually APC pre spray, wash, dry, then iron decon, then rinse and dry again. Seems like starting with this step might save some major time. At what point do you use a bug and tar remover to go after heavy tar?

[@J1Z06]

Thank You for a great video. I'll be doing this on My Mom's 2020 Pearl Subaru soon! A light scuff, then CSL/EXO.

[@brianmiller3349]

Hi Joe. Another great video, thank you. If I'm just wanting to experiment with different sealants or waxes could I follow all your steps in this process without the correction step? My vehicles have all been polished recently but I do like to try different applications on them.

[@ronbeeman1163]

Thanks Joe👍🏾

[@codydecker7388]

A lot of good information but if I could make a suggestion. When I’m cleaning my vehicle I do the least dirty parts first like the roof, than I work my way down to the windows and so on. I leave the bottom of the vehicle all around for last so I’m not bringing that dirt back up.

[@zak3159]

I clean the wheels/tires first then i go top down.

[@marioskosmidhs9454]

Great video

[@NickM1013]

Nice job Joe! Have you ever tried Iron X snow foam soap as a decon wash? Try squirting it directly onto wash mitt then onto each panel. It works better at stripping imo.

[@NextLevelAutoDetail]

Thank you for the recommendation! I have not tried the iron x snow foam yet. I have read mixed reviews but you never know Untill you try it your self. I will give it a shot and make a vid on it. Thanks for watching Nick

[@tundrawhisperer4821]

What ratio did you mix the Purple Power soap to? Thx

[@kikcodog]

Great video as always Joe! COuple of quick questions. 1. Do you find the soap causes the clay to break down? 2. What clay do you use? 3. Given your technique, is there a reason you don't use a synthetic clay towel/mitt/Sponge?

[@NextLevelAutoDetail]

The soap can break down a clay bar. However I am not worried about that. My goal is to remove everything I can so I’m not picking up anything during the paint correction step. After use I RINSE the clay bar with water and continue to fold it exposing new sides this does add longevity to the clay bar Synthetic clays are great for what they do knock down contaminants fast.... however they do not remove as much as the clay bar does. You can almost guarantee that some bonded surface contamination will remain. The clay bar does take longer but they are also more exact I can get in and around tight areas and they are better at picking up contamination I actually sometimes use both a clay mit and finish with the clay bar to pick up that last % of dirt that the mitt isn’t effective at removing. A clay bar will always be used by me.

[@johng2116]

Excellent video - thank you. To be clear, the first step in this process is to spray on the iron decontamination spray - is this correct? If yes, I find it interesting that the first step isn't a basic wash to remove surface dirt, then dry the vehicle, and then apply the iron decontamination spray. Thank you

[@ronbeeman4557]

Thanks Joe

[@dezcanso1540]

do you stil use claybars or did you move over to the nano blocks? also doesnt claying put small fine scracthes into the paint? and final question how do you get off bird droppings when they dont come off with the the mash mit?

[@King_drew]

How much you charge for 1 step paint correct on XL vehicles i.e. infiniti QX

[@joemontero725]

This was great and I will do it just the same. Only difference for me is il run the car thru a car wash the day before, then the next day go straight for the iron remover first,then wash and rinse real good to make sure none of that iron remover stays in the niches. Then il clay the car,wash again,hand polish the whole car, wash again, do an ipa+ detergent+distilled water mix wipe down. Then il seal the bare paint with seal and shine and top it with spray wax. Then once a month for the next 6 months just wash and spray a coat of wax.

[@dezcanso1540]

how do you wash the big red sponge in between washes? or do you throw it out and buy a new one. thanks

[@hiijjh100]

I'm a detail shop manager and I gotta say this stuff is a mirical. Sure it smells like crackling ass but it's definitely worth it. I go through about 5 gallons a month.

[@richardjackson1745]

Great video. I have always seen the iron decontamination and the clay bar done as 2 different steps but your'e way makes sense. Also, can you use a wheel cleaner as the iron decontamination on your paint? Thanks!

[@rodrigoorozco9263]

You can clay without clay lube ? Just soap and iron remover?

[@michaelmosberger1245]

You don't do a IPA wipe down after your last decontamination process. Prior to doing your paint corrections?

[@gregmannos]

Appreciate the videos

[@NextLevelAutoDetail]

I appreciate you watching

[@krodyssey4770]

Does it add scratches with the clay bar

[@habebs7345]

Does it not effect the chrome and plastic

[@MainSkille]

For some reason the simoniz iron remover I bought instructs to use it when the car is wet. Should I follow along or?

[@dhanushkesomatilake4285]

Is it ok to use on automotive paint? This use only for alloys ?

[@daves.3278]

Meguairs all wheel cleaner is great!! Like you said it's better then eagle one.

[@NextLevelAutoDetail]

David Saucedo it’s a great product. Essentially $40 a gallon and works fantastic. No complaints. Use it all the time.

[@vincelaguno431]

Good video Joe, What do think of the soaps that have iron remover in the mix ? Torque detail has one & Carpro also has one. Do you think that they aren't as effective as the spray on iron out as the Meguiars one you using here. Have you used the soaps I mentioned? Thanks and keep up the great work.

[@NextLevelAutoDetail]

I have little experience with them and when I have used them they remove light deposits A dedicated iron remover is always going to be your best bet.

[@Finetouchautopros]

Love it

[@jobsearch5871]

How much of the boat wash do you use? Just follow directions on label?

[@nadirkhan7552]

Hey, hope you're doing well! I have decided to detail my car after feeling confident watching your videos now 😄 It's a Pearl White color hatchback. It has swirls if you look closely from an angle. I want to get a shinny smooth finish with minimal cost as I might also sell the car in a few months to upgrade. I have a few questions 😁 1. I'll clean car thoroughly, maybe use an iron remover 2. I'll Clay 3. Compound 4. Polish 5. Wax Now in my country car products are expensive as it's all import. I had a plan to do Meguires Ultimate compound, then ultimate polish and wax. It's a small car and the Wax specially is most expensive! Should I go with the Meguires White paste wax? As it's a white color, swilrs won't be visible right. Will it be suitable to apply that directly after claying. Just 1 product? Thanks

[@freddyj5845]

White wax is a wax cleaner with SMAT abrasives and can be used as an all in one. Meaning use a good polishing pad and use it as a compound/polish. You can finish off with a spray wax to seal it.

[@mohammedal-ahmadi8045]

Can I use the product after I wash the car and rinse it out?

[@clintonberry5671]

nice vid..i use the megs wheel cleaner on paintwork as well, i noticed you do the iron removal first on dirty paint, why do u think so many detailers do it after they wash? when you use it on wheels u dont usually wash them first so whats the difference?

[@NextLevelAutoDetail]

In all reality I agree with you. Most cases a decently contaminated car will require 2 applications anyway. Washing the car and drying it just adds another step to an already grueling process

[@peterrudy9207]

I've been using the same for years .

[@forestnfren8146]

shouldnt you rinse the iron off instead of rubbing it back into the paint?

[@totljag1]

Awsome

[@dezcanso1540]

A lot of detailer flowchart to strip wash a car is wash>dry>iron remover>rinse>then clay with luber or onr> then polish / one step> coat may i ask if it’s still fine doing it your way of spray iron remover on dry car then > clay with strip wash > rinse then one step? Also after you one step polish / correct and wipe off the compound do you wipe it down with isoprop or go straight into the ceramic coating ? Thanks !

[@NextLevelAutoDetail]

Dezcanso the overall goal on the project is what determines the iron removal stage. The goal is to apply it on dry paint that way it’s not diluting/blocking the iron remover. A lot of things can factor in on when it’s appropriate to wash -dry - iron or iron than wash. Such as if the car isn’t that dirty, or you are on a time crunch. You are essentially going to be drying it twice with the other option. On higher end jobs that are compensating for a lot of my/your time then absolutely wash dry iron is the better option. If I’m doing an enhancement/production buff if And I suspect that the car is heavily contaminated with iron I will include additional cost when it comes to my quote. This particular truck got an enhancement and iron removal. Always factor in your cost when using iron remover it’s one of the most costly expenses for a Detailer. Always factor the cost of the iron into your pricing.

[@dezcanso1540]

@@NextLevelAutoDetail thanks bro. and also after you buff off the polish do you isoproply wipe down before apply ceramic coatings or waxes?

[@King_drew]

Question, since you are using meguiars AP wheel cleaner. Is it safe to say I can use my super clean as a substitute of iron removal? Just curious.

[@NextLevelAutoDetail]

No super clean is just a degreaser it will not remove the iron contamination like the Meguiars wheel cleaner. Megs wheel cleaner isn’t just a degreaser/cleaner its chemical make up is specifically designed to react with iron particles.

[@King_drew]

@@NextLevelAutoDetail Ahh, understood, and makes sense, being that super clean biodegradable lol. Guess I'll be getting the meguiars. Thanks for the feedback.

[@Brandon-no3vc]

Do you have to wash chemicals off with shampoo or can you just wipe or rinse with watter

[@freddyj5845]

Use a IPA or prep-paint

[@trapcracker]

You should check out using Optimum Ferrex as a clay lube with their clay towel. It’ll do what you’re doing but a lot faster and with less mess. Love the videos!

[@NextLevelAutoDetail]

trapcracker I’m still a believer in the clay bar. Clay mitts or blocks are good for enhancement or if time isn’t on your side. I still prefer using the clay bar especially on heavily contaminated cars. The beauty is with detailing is everybody has there own way of doing things there is no right or wrong answer The only thing that matters is the end result.

[@marioskosmidhs9454]

@@NextLevelAutoDetail I agree sir 100%, and i think using ferrex as clay lub is not giving to the ferrex the proper duel time to resolve all the iron particles as it sould. Just spend 10 more minutes to do seperate steps..........at my opinion. great video congratulations

[@Carlos.Rivera]

I like it because it have more dwell time

[@richardfox3924]

The ratio purple powder?

[@NextLevelAutoDetail]

Not purple power the degreaser. Purple power vehicle and boat wash. You can find it in the power washer section at wal-mart it is 7.98

[@deeray2925]

Do you wash and dry the car before using the iron remover or do you use the iron remover while the car is completely dirty

[@freddyj5845]

Use iron remover first unless you have large amounts of gunk on the car.

[@hartlanddetailer5670]

BEWARE! DETAILERS .....I was told by Meguari's they DO NOT recommend their acid wheel cleaner as a decontaminate on paint!

[@NextLevelAutoDetail]

This product is not acid......... it’s ph neutral.

[@hartlanddetailer5670]

@@NextLevelAutoDetail I like to use an acid based decontaminate when doing a chemical decontamination.

[@ljguy300]

IPA?

[@richardfox3924]

Isopropyl pro alcohol

[@Artur555333]

Dude you scratched this car with. With claybaring all the sand into it

[@kriraffa]

Bad way to wash the car

[@asruz87A]

everything was done wrong on this video )))