Beginner Car Wash Kit | Best Products on a Budget
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- Опубликовано: 28 июн 2024
- In this video I'll be taking you through my exterior car wash starter kit and all the products I'd start with if I was on a budget and looking to get into car detailing as a total beginner.
Here are the links to the products and tools used in the video. Some of the links are affiliate links to In2Detailing, Yum Cars, and Amazon so if you make a purchase after clicking the link, then I may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.
I also have a discount code if you order from In2Detailing: ACHQ
🪣Equipment
• Karcher K4 Pressure Washer: amzn.to/3Kt4XxU
• Karcher Outlet (refurbished models): www.karcheroutlet.co.uk/
• 20L Buckets: www.in2detailing.co.uk/produc...
• Grit Guards: www.in2detailing.co.uk/produc...
• IK Sprayer: www.in2detailing.co.uk/produc...
🧪Chemicals
• Squid Ink Citrus: squidinkdetailing.co.uk/produ...
• Yum Citrus: yumcars.co.uk/product/yum-cit...
• Garage Therapy Citrus: www.in2detailing.co.uk/produc...
• Stjarnagloss Matta Shampoo: www.in2detailing.co.uk/produc...
• Garage Therapy One Car Shampoo: www.in2detailing.co.uk/produc...
• HDD Pure Cleanse Shampoo: www.highdefinitiondetail.co.u...
• G3 Pro Supergloss Paste Wax (applicator included): amzn.to/3V3zg3j
• HDD Bead Coat: www.in2detailing.co.uk/produc...
🫧Other Accessories:
• Tyre Brush: www.in2detailing.co.uk/produc...
• Wheel Mitt: www.in2detailing.co.uk/produc...
• EZ (Large) Barrel Brush: www.in2detailing.co.uk/produc...
• EZ Go (Arches) Brush: www.in2detailing.co.uk/produc...
• Detail Factory Soft Brush: www.in2detailing.co.uk/produc...
• The Rag Co Cyclone Wash Mitt: www.in2detailing.co.uk/produc...
• Noodle Wash Mitt: amzn.to/3wQVw8z
• Gauntlet Drying Towels (all sizes): www.in2detailing.co.uk/produc...
• The Rag Co Edgeless 365 Towel: www.in2detailing.co.uk/produc...
• Sponge Tyre Applicator: www.in2detailing.co.uk/produc...
Website: autocarehq.com/
Instagram: / autocarehq
0:00 Car Wash Kit for Beginners
0:31 Equipment
3:38 Wheel Cleaning Chemicals
6:30 Wheel Cleaning Accessories
8:34 Pre-Wash Stage
10:12 Hand-Wash Stage
11:56 Drying Stage
13:03 Paint Protection - Option 1
14:30 Paint Protection - Option 2
15:30 Tyres & Trim 
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You won't go far wrong if you follow Heather's advice on detailing your car. So methodical and yet easy to understand.
Thanks Peter!
Heather your contribution to the detailing industry makes all of us appreciate your methodical and rational approach to quality automotive detailing. So really thank you for your contributions 🤗🤗🤗🤗
Cheers David I appreciate that!
Shut up.
So glad i found your channel. So detailed yet simple to follow.
Thanks Anthony!
Good advice.
The small things I would like to just comment on, are :
Do you need 3 buckets ?
I have been a valeter, and hobby detailer for a long time, and have never felt the need to use a bucket for wheels. I use wheel woolies to clean behind the 'spokes' and to the rear of the wheel barrels. My wheels are immaculate after I use BH auto wheel, with the wheel woolies, and pressure washed to rinse.
If I wash friends/family vehicles and the wheels are really dirty, I use a wheel cleaning brush too. If the baked on brake dust does not come off with those, there isn't a chance it will come off using a wheel mitt and another two buckets one for cleaning product and another for rinsing the mitt.
BH Auto wheel is not cheap, but it is a brilliant iron remover AND a cleaning product in one, so you don't have to buy two different products, which actually makes it no more expensive yet the iron remover is just about the best I have ever used, it turns dark red within seconds.
I also apply snow foam to the wheels after I have used auto wheel, at the same time as I am applying it to the paint. This removes any remaining dirt left over (usually nothing is left over after using BH auto wheel).
I have never used the two bucket method, it is a complete waste of time imo. If you have used (on a dirty car), something like a citrus degreaser (I use virosol, a very cheap industrial strength citrus degreaser, diluted down), then a snow foam, both rinsed off with a K'archer K4, there should be nothing left on the paint which can swirl, when you finally go for a contact wash with a soft mitt and shampoo in one bucket.
So as a bare minimum, a K'archer, snow foam lance, BH auto foam, wheel woolies, BH auto wheel, a soft mitt (I prefer lambswool over microfibre), a cheap shampoo, a drying towel, and something like beadmaker as a topper to give beading and a gloss. Beadmaker is very cheap, and lasts ages as you only need a fine misting on each panel, and if you use it after every wash, it builds up and forms a decent protective layer.
The only other thing I'd suggest is a cheap glass cleaner, and if you're on a budget, the cheapest white vinegar diluted with de-ionised water (which is also very cheap, £3.49 for 5 litres).
Less is more with products, and experience will teach you that for best results, a tiny amount of product works best, making each wash extremely cheap, and you can afford to do it weekly, making keeping your car clean very easy, as you are basically washing an almost clean car every time.
Thanks for watching 😊 I do like having that wheel bucket just to help store the tools and keep them in the wash solution to lubricate them. There’s so many ways to do pretty much every step, I think it’s all about finding out what works best for yourself and getting a solid set of products that fit your routine
@@AutoCareHQ Thank you for reading my comment, I do think your techniques are brilliant, and thorough.
I personally don't like spending any more time or money than I need to, and get a result I am happy with.
Respect to you, and I hope your channel continues to grow.
I just watched your older video the other day. Planning on getting some kit this weekend, perfect timing for an update.
Thanks for watching 😊
Some great products listed in this video, a lot of which I use myself and I am the very epitome of hobbyist, to coin a phrase: good from far, but far from good 😁. One thing I would add is that its hard to discuss detailing on a budget without mentioning the words 'Bilt' and 'Hamber'. They make some phenomenal products and the value for money is up there with the best. They're also (very) slowly making their way to the high street which can only be a good thing for the average consumer.
Thanks very much Rob 😊 agreed, BH are a great brand
cracking and comprehensive starter video Heather. 👍👍
Thank you!
Fantastic video! The amount of choices of products and chemicals is overwhelming when you first try and get into taking proper care of your car, I'll be able to go and grab everything you've suggested here and know I'm doing a half decent job and save myself scratching up my car at the drive thru! Thanks 👍
Thanks for watching! Yep totally agree, it’s tough to narrow it down!
Good info 👍
Just my thoughts….Can’t go wrong with Blit Hamer products and A good jet washer,Nisflisk Core 125 👍👍👍
Thanks Richard 😊
Thanks for sharing Heather! Some great products and tools listed, with great information on each 🙌
Thanks very much Jason! 😊
Once again another fantastic and informative video Heather
Cheers Mark I appreciate it!
Good morning, Heather 👋
Sound advice for a set up for someone just starting out. Quality products are shown here with fair prices 👌 👏
Cheers Graham!
@AutoCareHQ Thanks Heather, Garage still looking clean & tidy there 🙂
Heather thank you for this it will help me no end as I expand my cleaning kit 😊
Thanks for watching!
Fabulous informative video Heather with some great guidance tips for all ❤❤
Thanks Simon 😊
Heather, some nice tips for cleaning a car. I always learn something watching all detail videos. Thanks 🇨🇦👍👍
Thanks Eric! 😊
Great essential starter kit!!! Great content!
Thank you!
Fantastic overview ! Many thanks !
Cheers Mike!
Minor point but get a bucket with a ribbed bottom as smooth ones can be slippery to empty. It makes grip easier. I’d also recommend a car blower to dry those pesky areas - grills, around lights, door handles, inside petrol filler flap, insignia etc. particularly if you live in a hard water area where limescale water deposits can form. Great advice, Heather. You are a great ambassador for the car cleaning and detailing world.
Thanks very much David! Great recommendations too!
Yet another great video Heather, so helpful and informative to those that are just starting out or making the change over to proper safe cleaning away from the old bucket and sponge with fairly liquid shampoo and dried off with a dodgy chamois leather...
Thanks very much for watching!
Thank you Heather. One thing I once used as a substitute to tyre sponges while waiting for new ones to be delivered was an old shoe shine sponge. It was a type that folded into its own case to stop the shoe cleaning product from drying out. Handy if you don't have a lot of money to spend when starting out. Keep up the good work.
Thanks for watching Jamie and good tip!
I really enjoyed your video, thanks Heather 😁👍
Thanks Dave!
Thank you as always for your recommendations 👍
Thanks for watching David 😊
Fantastic video, great ideas 🍻
Cheers Mike!
Really useful. Thank you so much.
Thanks for watching!
Nice one Heather 👍 👍
Thanks! 😊
Straight forward advice & a no nonsense approach. Mjjc v2 will give as much foam as you want lol especially with a karcher. 🙂
Thanks for watching James 😊 yeah the MJJC lances are great for that
Great video 👍
Thanks!
A very well explained video that I wish I had watched at the start of this journey. I suppose we don't learn if we don't make mistakes. My Son & I did make a trip South last week and picked up a red Mk1 MX5 South of London and drove it back North without incident and encountered a Mk1 & a Mk2 both in red but not your red. I had never driven a rear wheel car in my 30+ years of driving but I now appreciate two seated convertible sports cars and wonder if I will go down that route when I change my car in a couple of years.
Thanks John 😊 I hope your son is enjoying his new MX5!
@@AutoCareHQ Oh he loves it and so do I. He has put 1000 miles on it already in 5 days.
Very nice roundup
Thanks for watching 😊
Ive got a k2... It works to an extent but i could definitely find myself going for something closer to 2 gal a minute.
Great video Heather. I have to say you make detailing a car look effortless. I’ve been doing my car for 8 yrs now. It’s only an A3 saloon, but on average takes around 6 hours to complete. Once I’m finished I am totally shattered… 🤣🤣🤣
Thank you! Haha I still get knackered sometimes 😂😂
Great info Heather, I have a shelf full of car cleaners and waxes, But the results are always worth it 😂
Thanks very much, haha my collection is excessive to say the least 😂
Top tips! Must admit I just love the fun of a snow foam don’t think my neighbours know what it is and just think I either love Xmas or missed out on Ibiza as a kid 🤣🤣🤣
Haha I’m the same! Definitely a must-have if you got more into detailing
k3 works well for my car and all I have done is get the autobrite trigger gun this has made a huge difference
Yep the short triggers are a cracking upgrade
Started out with a k2, works great, but still upgraded to a trigger gun and more water flow pressure washer. Makes a big difference
I picked up a K5 compact from eBay for the price of a new K2, worth keeping an eye out.
Hello Heather,there are some great products,and good for a budget, one I wanna try out is the GT range when I get low.
Thanks for watching, I’d definitely recommend giving some GT products a try
Another great video, looking forward to the interior one. Will you also do an advanced video covering additional/more expensive items ?
Thank you! Yep I’m thinking of doing an “upgrades” style video with some extra accessories and chemicals 😊
Your voice is very nice to lie to and your accent is very proper.
I know the UK does things a little differently from the US mainly the snow foams.
Myself, I’m a rinseless wash guy with the sponge. It just works for me.
But a good pre spray is essential like you said. You need to emulsify the grime and safely rinse away. Otherwise you’re taking that dirt and driving it into your paint at 1000+ psi.
The snow foams work well and you need that lubrication.
I like your buckets, the brushes they look awesome!
I personally work for DIY Detail so a little biased 😂.
But you use excellent products, and once you protect your vehicle it becomes easier to clean.
I can’t wait to see the interior video!
Thanks very much for watching! Yep definitely some different ways to do things, sounds like you’ve got a great system. I really need to try some DIY Detail products, which would you recommend?
Amazing video so helpful, cant wait for the interior video. Would it be possible to mention clay barring, polishing and ceramic coating?
Thank you! I can definitely make another video addressing those steps 😊
Euro Car Parts have 20ltr valeters buckets on offer for £4.99 at the moment, worth checking them as do have some big discounts on car care occasionally. Thanks for a great video
Thanks for watching! Thanks for sharing that too, sounds like a great deal
Just bought an IK sprayer - game changer! One thing I can’t do though is buy expensive buckets. Whilst I like yours and those bucket Dollie’s look sick, I’m just too tight to spend the dough. I use two old 15L fence paint tubs which work well although look terrible 😊
Totally get that, they’re not cheap buckets! I got them mainly for filming as they look pretty (as much as a bucket can) 😂😂
@@AutoCareHQ 🤣 - one more question, your opinion on the IK foamer. The sprayer is brilliant, never thought it would make such a difference so now, I'm back in "gadget mode" but wondering if I actually need one
Interesting you should mention it as I have a video planned on the second channel comparing the IK sprayers! I think the Multi is more useful, I tend to just use the Foam for applying wheel shampoos
@@AutoCareHQ Brill although also my apologies, I’d not realised you had a second channel - I’ll hop over and subscribe 👍
@@davej5917 thanks! It’s called Auto Care HQ Extra, I’ve linked it in my channel description 😊
Great vid, I use a combination of garage therapy and Bilt Hamber for external (plus citrus pre) with KC greenstar well diluted for an APC, internal it's Topstar, Garage therapy or 303 protectant. I like Gyeon QM snow foam espeically in winter, safe to use with wax, just dilute/use weaker strengths.
Thanks! They’re great products, only one I’ve not tried is Gyeon Foam, reckon it’s worth trying?
@@AutoCareHQ I tend to use it more in winter because it just pulls the dirt off and not so much in summer. If you see it in a sale absolutely :) It is quite thick however that might put some off and I personally think it's better used for winter washes when the roads are gritted and filthy. Summer it's citrus pre or KC GSF for me. Gyeon has some good products if a little bit pricy.. I've wanted to try the QM Interior detailer for ages but a while yet before I need to buy another interior product.
Awesome, thanks for the insight! The Gyeon interior detailer is really, been using it quite a bit on my car recently
Problem with grit guards is they are a certain size, and design to fit specific buckets. I need a bigger one.
Great video Heather have you ever used buff and shine microfiber cutting pad when you remove swirls and scratches
Thanks Dave 😊 I haven’t tried those, have use used them before?
Not tried the paste wax but I have the resin wax of g3, I prefer fusso coat myself
Fusso is top dog for durability, the G3 one is just so easy to use though
Surfex hd for everything lol
Ooooh.
非常好的影片 希望可以更多一點的介紹 謝謝
Thanks for watching!
The Range have the same grit guards for around £4.
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How many times Heather said the word stress? Me :yes😂
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Heather what would be your go to pre wax cleanser ?. Looking to purchase one but unsure of which to go for. By the was brillant video. Keep up the awesome work 👍
Thank you! I have only ever tried R222 Pre-Wax cleanser but that is really good. It will leave some gloss enhancers behind but most waxes should play nicely with it
@@AutoCareHQ thank you heather. Looking forward to the next video 👍
What is the tip you have on your stubby gun in your videos? Looks good. Thanks these are decent tips as over spending can easily be done.
Thanks for watching 😊 it’s one of these from Carscope carscope.co.uk/products/colour-coded-premium-40-25-spray-nozzle-assembly
I usually just use the 25 degree one
Also another tool not to use on a vehicle exterior would be the California duster.😜
Very true!
Hello, another great video. How have you connected the two buckets together, thanks
Thanks!
It’s using this from Carbon collective www.carboncollective.com/bucket-handle-kit/
The bucket dollies are also needed which are sold separately www.carboncollective.com/heavy-duty-bucket-dolly/
@@AutoCareHQ thank you
What I have found is the hose and trigger gun you get with the pressure washers are too stiff and need replacement. What recommendations do you have for a replacement 8-10m hose along with quick trigger gun ?
Yeah that’s very true, here’s a link to the ones I got for my Karcher
www.in2detailing.co.uk/products/in2detailing-standard-swivel-quick-release-short-trigger-gun-with-quick-release-nozzles?variant=32830964760655&ghref=3377%3A53788
www.in2detailing.co.uk/products/karcher-k-series-c-clip-to-c-clip-reinforced-heavy-duty-rubber-replacement-hose?variant=32368465313871&ghref=3377%3A53788
Heather never mind telling us about your car shampoos, what hair shampoo do you use? it's looking very soft and shiny lol.
Haha just whatever is cheapest, I prefer to spend the extra on car shampoo 😂😂
Does in2detailing ever have any stock :D
During the video I was curious which pressure washer was your more professional option.
Looks like it's the Kranzel K10/122 TS Auto. That video was helpful.
What kind of discount did you see on black Friday? Thanks in advance.
Thanks for watching 😊 Yep it’s that model. I got 10% off on Black Friday a couple of years ago so I think with the 20m hose I went for it was about £700 inc VAT
@@AutoCareHQ It looks like a nice piece of kit. I think I'll have to wait for my K3 to die first.
Unless I spot a good deal it'll be hard to argue against a k4 classic/compact off the outlet.
I've heard some durability concerns for the Active 2.0 but I still wish it was available in the UK.
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Would you recommend anything to prevent white marks on the soft leather door cards possibly from skin contact
I’m not sure what you mean to be honest. Could it be sun cream?
@@AutoCareHQthat's exactly what I was going to mention. Normally, any skin cream may leave that white residue on leather since lots of them now have a sun protectant.
Hi Heather. How many washmits do you use for a medium sized car? Thank you in advance
If you go for a two bucket method, I’d say just two mitts would be fine. The pre-wash should be shifting pretty much everything so there shouldn’t really be need for extra mitts 😊
Informative vid ! Though you have some kind of white noise coming from your mic or maybe someone is just watering the garden ? 🤷🏻♂
Thanks! The sound quality is always a bit tougher to get right with the clip on mic, I did some editing to it afterwards but still getting used to it
First!!!!
Can you send me the link for the two buckets with the connector plz I can’t find them
www.carboncollective.com/bucket-handle-kit/
www.carboncollective.com/heavy-duty-bucket-dolly/
You need to get the dollies and handle separately
@@AutoCareHQ thank you
@@AutoCareHQ yours hasn’t got handle on it has it
I just hadn’t attached it yet as I lost the bolts haha, got it set up now though
@@AutoCareHQ can u send pick plz so I can see if u have time
Today I said to my wife, that she has the largest collection of candles in private ownership. Her vengeance wasn't far away and she brought up my car care products 🙄
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