Top 10 Must Have Detailing Tools/Items When Getting Started Detailing!

In this video we will go over what I think the top 10 tools/items you need to for detailing especially if your just getting started in a detailing business. Saving money and not over buying is important when you first start out in business.
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[@Lumpy007]

Taping is important! When I first started out I got wax on my new black trim and it left lots of white blemishes. I tried to cover over with trim restore but no go. Finally bought a few pencils and used the erasers to clean it off. Still a lot of work.

[@jimlove3795]

Nice video Brian. Thanks to you and the multiple texts about good products to have just for our family vehicles, I’ve been able to correctly take care of both my Ram and wife’s Grand Cherokee with amazing results. Thanks for all your help.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thank you Jim! Glad I can help

[@PapaSmurf918Detail]

Hahaha the intro was great... Great tool tips for beginners. The knee pads.... ohhh the knee pads. Sooo key. 👌 I guess we're getting old lmao

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thanks brother! Knee pads are a must anymore

[@finaltouchautodetailingllc]

The black 9mil gloves from harbor freight are great for winter, thick and you can wash your gloved hands , and reuse the gloves . Again hot in the summer but durable as can be

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

That’s great to know! Thanks

[@jlb3675]

Just got a gorilla platform and I love it. Mine has a hand hole in the middle so you can easily grab it and move it around. Weighs nothing. Folds up for storage. Also have both those Griots polishers and love them.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

The platform is a must have in detailing. Thanks for watching

[@jontnoneya3404]

Love this - thanks so much for the perspective!!! I'm just thinking about getting some tools to help keep my car looking good and this helps tremendously!! First vid of yours I've seen but I subbed and will be checking out more. Thanks again for the entry level info and the common sense approach!

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

@@jontnoneya3404 You are welcome! I’m glad I could help you. 😃

[@ThisOldDetailingDude]

Great video for new detailers like myself! Appreciate all the advice. Pls keep the advice/tips coming. Thanks again

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thank you and will do!

[@ShineYourLightDetailing]

Excellent advice and great information. Great job Brian, I’m sure lots of people will need to know about this. Nice can of Pepsi in the background as well!!! 👍🏼👍🏼

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thanks brother! I don’t go anywhere without a can of Pepsi! 😂

[@MNpicker]

Yep!! I agree again... This is good stuff Brian 👍🏻

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thank you

[@jpan7071]

You always offer the most honest, helpful, no nonsense recommendations. And I always end up buying things you recommend-because I trust. This time I ended up buying goggles (never occurred to me before) and a kneeling pad (my knees will thank you on that one). Thank you so much!!

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thank you and glad I could help you!

[@kennythomsonjr5553]

Fantastic video. Thank you for your help

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thank you and you are welcome!

[@millerdetailing4176]

This was a great video Brian nice topic and discussion. Hope you and the family have a great weekend.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thank you!

[@martinmoreno30]

Great advice Brian, I trust what you say. I use griots products a lot because of you. The paint meter is something I will look into. Thanks

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thank you! A must have when doing anything to paint.

[@eamonkelly2792]

Great video Brian, I got a kneeling pad late last year and what a difference, I hope you and all the family have a lovely Easter

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thank you!

[@strahinjapaunovic864]

Thanks Brian. Really useful information, I will definitely continue watching your videos . Everyday learning something new👌

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

You are welcome and thanks for watching

[@lawyerdetailing7357]

Been detailing for 3 years and still good tips that I will use. Thanks Brian good points

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thanks brother! Have a great Easter

[@jimflanagan6029]

Nice one Brian, I have pretty much everything, brands may differ. Have a great Easter with the family .

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thank you!

[@fiouable]

Slim fold ordered. Thank you so much.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

You will love it. You are welcome

[@muchachogrande2019]

Great video Fab! And good shout on the Harbor Freight gloves , they're my go to option and never let me down. The one thing I would add is to never buy them full price, because they go on sale all the time. I actually think Harbor Freight has done a great job with positioning themselves as a place to go and get enthusiast -professional level supplies in a pinch. The pads aren't my favorite but they're certainly adequate and able to do a job.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thank you! I agree I find my self in Harbor Freight all the time. 😂

[@jcal5594]

Thought this video was very helpful for folks starting out in the detail world. A product list to accompany the video would make life easier. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thank you!

[@southernreflections692]

I have the griot's garage creeper seat! It has been a game changer. I actually use the seat cushion for a knee pad as well.👍

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Yes it is a great stool.

[@tadscott565]

The orange gloves are instantly better because they're orange lol! Thank you for doing this video. Some of this stuff is overlooked in the PPE section. It's just not a FAB video until I see the flag flying. Always my favorite part

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thank you brother I appreciate it! Yes some of it is definitely overlooked

[@nyernga]

I don't detail professionally but I have always detailed my own personal vehicles. I have many of the items you mention except for the carpet brushes. My cars don't get that bad. I don't know if you've ever heard of Clydes 4 step leather reconditioning kit but on a worn and cracked seat it is amazing. I use their leather conditioning cream which really moisturizes and protects the leather......In the meantime the Corvette is detailed, covered and plugged into the trickle charger for winter...

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

I have heard of Clyde’s but have never tried them. I may have to look into it. Thanks for the info

[@chrisguzman7926]

Gotta love the bloopers😂

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thanks!

[@JustProAutoDetailingInc]

First time watching hour channel. Nice job.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thank you!

[@bstewartexecutivecarcare3797]

Good advice ‼️👍✌️☮️

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thanks brother!

[@luketuttle1096]

Great list! #11 Ice Cold Cherry Pepsi!

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Shoot that should be #1! 😂 Thanks man

[@richsmith3120]

Griots have their polishers on sale right now! Except the new hybrid polisher!

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

They are worth buying in my opinion. Would love to try the new one

[@CC_Marauder]

Budget Ballin. Just bought the GG G9 & G8 (combo offering) with the 5" and 1" conversion (ceramic) kits respectively for less than one 15mm+ Flex or Rupes. Call me cheap, don't care. I call it financially responsible for a w/e DIY personal car(s) detailing warrior.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Pathing wrong with those polishers they are great and have a guaranteed lifetime warranty that they actually back unlike other companies.

[@stephenlouden480]

Grit guards not on the list? 😅 what about quietly waffle weave /twist loop drying and glass towels instead of bath towel. haha. forget the detail guards upgrade to flexzilla 50 foot swiveling garden hose and garden hose 2 in 1 soap blaster and spray nozzle. cheaper than getting a pressure washer setup and still soaps up the car pretty well for little effort and money. makes it more fun and easier time saving steps and tools. as far as polishing goes I only ceramic coat brand new cars. this way I don't need a crazy polisher I use my 5 in cordless daul action palm sander with hook n loop to use foam for quick q steps ' or waxing. or sandpaper for headlight restoration. they cost 100$ with battery and are very light and easy to handle. great list make more like this

[@truthmatters2020]

Great video! I have been detailing for less than a year and I wish I have seen this video when I started. May I recommend you list the items on the description, that helps a lot. Thank you so much, have an awesome day 😊

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thank you and glad I could help!

[@danakern2440]

Good microfiber towels

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

That’s another thing. I probably could have made a top 50 list. 😂

[@scottramsey5820]

Good afternoon sir, what brand name of the orange gloves did you say they were. Thank you for your time and putting this content out for all of us.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

They are GloveWorx! You are welcome

[@richsmith3120]

Polisher pads

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Yes that’s another thing. I figured that goes with the polisher so that’s why I didn’t put those in the video.

[@onrdetailingnews802]

First tfs buddy

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Thanks! 🥇

[@billbuss7542]

What do you consider the minimum amount of paint thickness you will work on?

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

I won’t compound with less then 5 mils and I won’t polish with less then 4.

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

1st😊

[@onrdetailingnews802]

I was first 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

​@@onrdetailingnews802 😄😄😄 nice try😄😄😄

[@tomlanko2547]

The G8 is on sale for $99

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

That’s a steal for that polisher

[@albisasky766]

Brian, You left out THE most important tool for detailing: common sense. Excellent video though.

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

That is true! Thanks

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

When I started washing my cars and learning about products for cars before KZbin the only thing available was BBS forums and you getting connected to them via modem 1200 bps 😄😄 so you can figure out how long ago that was😂😊 For knees I use volleyball kneepads 😄😄

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

Yep there was nothing around when I started.

[@chrissemsch8781]

Ear protection

[@kimnewling5728]

Now, that was a cool video. Very very helpful. Couple comments. I haven't found a good shoe. Sounds funny right? Wrong! Wet hot sweaty feet sucks! If you wear the wrong shoe, and you're running around a car all day on concrete driveway or garage, your going to get a tremendous backache. That really sucks! Help! Stools. I've got the little round mechanics stool with hydraulic piston. Cool for elevation changes, horrible for comfort. Tried to sit on Harbor freight detail stool, and it's just too hard. So I'm shopping. Portable ladder. You gotta be careful. 1. Don't get close to the paint. 2. Don't get too far away and reach. Usually floor is wet and zip! Yep....right down to the floor. I've done it. New slip resistant coating going on floor next week. Safety first. That was a great video explaining stuff. Wish I seen that 3 years ago. Excellent Brian!

[@FABAutomotiveDetailing]

You want a pair of Hoka Clifton’s! They are my favorite and most comfortable shoe by far. Way better then those cloud shoes people always talk about. Down side is the sole is so soft for comfort the tread doesn’t last to long. Thanks for watching

[@kimnewling5728]

​@FAB Automotive Detailing you're just the guy I need. Installing a coating on shop/garage floor Tuesday. I don't want to scratch the coating. The floor jack I have from Harbor freight is 3 or 4 ton. All steel including the wheels. Very heavy. When I move it around now, it scratches the epoxy flooring I have now. Does any manufacturer make a floor jack without steel wheels? I was thinking buying a 2 ton jack made of aluminum and just pick it up and move it. Lots lots lighter. Any suggestions? New floor is $$$$. No scratches!