Thank you for the video Dave 👍. Very true comments you made about carrying unnecessary kit when you have a large van. As you rightly said, no one needs 25 litre containers of car cleaning products. Also with the price of vans, if you're on a budget, an MPV can be virtually as good. Keep up the great work. 👍
Wow, those van fit outs are amazing!! Although not for detailing, ( but mountain bikes) seeing these certainly gives me a few ideas for the hopefully imminent van purchase.
I’m starting a detailing business next few weeks my van ain’t the biggest buuuuuut . Theirs quite a few chemicals that can be used for different jobs . This can save at least 1 shelf 👍
Great video Dave, I want to start my own valeting business and I'm in the planning phase right now so excellent timing 👍 I have one question, how big a water tank do you recommend for a full day of work?
@@stuartrodger5875 no mate, part of being mobile and professional is not having to use the customer water at least. I do tap into power if allowed, but carry a generator on board full of fuel at all times 👍🏻
@@stuartrodger5875 if there's an outside tap always ask the customer if you can use it, common sense to save on using your own water when you can, nothing unprofessional about that.
Great video Dave , very informative and lots of helpful hints and tips but one small point to add of I may ? For those who live in london from October 2021 they may be subject to the ULEZ? So if you have a small diesel van it may be on the register to pay meaning that would have to be factored in.
@@epicautomotivedetailing definitely worth a go there In Leeds I live in Essex so I had to stay up there for one night while they fitted it all out. I do not regret it one bit
@@epicautomotivedetailing Sadly at the moment I am not valeting nor detailing since I came back to the UK. I came over again to get into aviation detailing but was not lucky yet. At the moment I have a Peugeot 206 2.0hdi that I am thinking of converting to a van. I could get quite a bit of stuff in it and the water tank would be towed on a small trailer. Another idea on a van or car that can take a decent amout of weight on the roof, is to put the water tank on the roof but would have to be a flatter tank. On a bigger van, instead of having a gazebo, you can have that extendable shade thing many motorhomes have on the side. Dont know the name in english. In a smaller car, like this corsa, you can always take out the passengers seat and use all that space. Got an idea of a big van like a Craftse or Ducato Maxi and covert part into a motorhome and a part for mobile valeting. Etc. 😁
Hi Dave. Another great video. I have been looking at using a box trailer. I am lucky enough to have a unit to store it in, but it means it can be locked away from thieving gobshites overnight.
People will be amazed with the space inside Fiat Grande Punto vans. There is a professional valeter I follow that uses a Fiat Panda 100hp. Because its square, it does take loads of stuff.
@@epicautomotivedetailing Some valeters are lucky to be able to used customers water and electric for the first few years until they manage to get an all setup van.
Another great video i use a vauxhall combo also has seats in the back and i manage okay but im mainly interior only but its big enough for what stuff i have including my generator great vid
None of the Vans are as fast as your first vehicle was Dave. For those amongst you who spotted it.(The yellow Rover MG). By the time we had travelled between customers it was lovely and clean inside. Dad 😂🤣
Many thanks for sharing this information Dave! Your channel is the online dictionary for vehicle care! Have you thought about setting up a patron group? I for one would subscribe! And I'm sure there would be many others who tune into your channel would as well. Highlighting Valet Vans is a great tip Thank you! I didn't know such a service was available.
Hi Greg no I wouldn't do a patron because I'm happy to treat everyone the same and share everything for free on RUclips. I could never charge extra to give extra. I just want to help others and keep creating lots of varied videos to help people with all things valeting 🙏
I thought I was the only one at this point thinking of kitting out a hatchback. Those kinds of vehicles makes a lot of sense when it comes to cost and insurance rather than a commercial van. I’d rather ride around in a hatchback than a soccer mom van as well. 😆
@@epicautomotivedetailing I’m sure they, like yourself, understand that I’m addressing the type of van I’m talking about, not the moms and dads that understandably use them.
As for someone who isn't from the UK - when he says "van" then shows a ford fiesta - does he mean the fiesta is a van? A van small van here in Australia would be something you could get into the back of (maybe with a bit of a slouch) but ...ye a van isn't a hatch?
One question? How many litters of water dose a car needs to get washed in a smart way? Am guessing it's like 20 to 25 litters? Correct me if am wrong 👍
Hi mate it depends on so many factors such as how bad the condition is, not just bodywork but wheels and arches. So cars take me a full water tank. So I mainly use my tank as a backup now
I do love it the way you have your old van and DIY set up yet clean mega super cars.
As vin diesel says in fast and furious films. Family is everything. My van is family 😂
I remember seeing auto finesse and their astra van. Looked frikkin phenomenal. Great video again
Yeah they got a new transit now I think. Looks amazing. Thanks for watching 🙏
Thank you for the video Dave 👍. Very true comments you made about carrying unnecessary kit when you have a large van. As you rightly said, no one needs 25 litre containers of car cleaning products. Also with the price of vans, if you're on a budget, an MPV can be virtually as good. Keep up the great work. 👍
Yes I'm going to feature some DIY set ups for cars very soon
Yes, i have heard of them, very good set up, but at the price
I got my van from Valeting Vans. The set up is just amazing. Very handy to be honest and with a stunning looking.
Smallest setups are the most efficient most of the time. Thanks for the info
Thanks mate
Wow, those van fit outs are amazing!!
Although not for detailing, ( but mountain bikes) seeing these certainly gives me a few ideas for the hopefully imminent van purchase.
Yeah dream come true for any valeter
Hi dave those vans are deadly, I don't think I have seen any thing as professional as them here in Ireland, 👍👍
Yes mate they are seriously epic
@@epicautomotivedetailing they are epic vans for an epic car detailing video 😂😂👍👍
Hello Dave,what a great video,the setup the vans have is brilliant,even a Corsa van looks perfect.
Thanks Steven yeah it looks ace wouldn't mind trying one myself
I’m starting a detailing business next few weeks my van ain’t the biggest buuuuuut . Theirs quite a few chemicals that can be used for different jobs . This can save at least 1 shelf 👍
I'm downsizing to my Fiat Panda 4x4 from a Luton head Sprinter.
Currently fitting it out in the back
That sounds so cool please share it won't you 🔥
Yes I will
Great video Dave, I want to start my own valeting business and I'm in the planning phase right now so excellent timing 👍 I have one question, how big a water tank do you recommend for a full day of work?
Great question, Also looking for a van and got equipment planned out to buy . Water tank is the one I’m stuck on too.
350l minimum if you don’t want to have to go back and refill in the afternoon 👍🏻
@@polarvalets if the customer has a tap, do you ask their permission to use their water instead of your tank?
@@stuartrodger5875 no mate, part of being mobile and professional is not having to use the customer water at least. I do tap into power if allowed, but carry a generator on board full of fuel at all times 👍🏻
@@stuartrodger5875 if there's an outside tap always ask the customer if you can use it, common sense to save on using your own water when you can, nothing unprofessional about that.
Another great video Dave 👍👍👍
Thanks Mark appreciate the support 🙏
Aloha ^ ^ your hard worker !
I'm always supporting you~
Thanks so much that means so much
Just sold my corsa van finally after it sitting on autotrader for a month.
Cracking motor
I'd love to try one for the day and see how it works
@@epicautomotivedetailing it was a great little car. Really economical and quite nippy. Decent sized boot too. Looked fairly smart
@@fraforgt-350r2 sounds wicked 👌💥
Great video Dave , very informative and lots of helpful hints and tips but one small point to add of I may ? For those who live in london from October 2021 they may be subject to the ULEZ? So if you have a small diesel van it may be on the register to pay meaning that would have to be factored in.
Thanks Ian I never Even thought of that thanks for sharing this is brilliant 🙏👏
Absolutely brilliant stuff Dave! 👌🏻🤩👍🏻
Thank you! Cheers my friend!
I got my van done by these boys recommend it
Lucky, I'd love to get one done soon. On the to do list with Many other things 😬
@@epicautomotivedetailing definitely worth a go there In Leeds I live in Essex so I had to stay up there for one night while they fitted it all out. I do not regret it one bit
Fantastic video mate. I have loads of ideas. My thing is money. Its a matter of time and I will get where I need to get.
Keep sharing them mate many people read comments 🙂
@@epicautomotivedetailing Sadly at the moment I am not valeting nor detailing since I came back to the UK. I came over again to get into aviation detailing but was not lucky yet.
At the moment I have a Peugeot 206 2.0hdi that I am thinking of converting to a van. I could get quite a bit of stuff in it and the water tank would be towed on a small trailer. Another idea on a van or car that can take a decent amout of weight on the roof, is to put the water tank on the roof but would have to be a flatter tank.
On a bigger van, instead of having a gazebo, you can have that extendable shade thing many motorhomes have on the side. Dont know the name in english.
In a smaller car, like this corsa, you can always take out the passengers seat and use all that space.
Got an idea of a big van like a Craftse or Ducato Maxi and covert part into a motorhome and a part for mobile valeting.
Etc. 😁
@@alexisamtosta take rear seats out all together makes huge difference mate 👌
@@epicautomotivedetailing Yes it does.
Perfect as always Dave! 👍
Thanks mate appreciate the kind words
Great vid, I work out of a nemo, plenty of room for my stuff and easy to get into tight spaces.
Amazing would love to see Nemo van set up
@@epicautomotivedetailing I might do a video on it when I get the time, best regards
@@HitchinValeting if you're down south if UK I'd happily film it
@@epicautomotivedetailing Hi, would love to let you! Unfortunately Miles away from you, I'm about 35miles from London.
@@HitchinValeting I'm near Gatwick
Great video Dave, love it👌
Thanks mate. Greatful as always for the watch
Valet vans really doing well I bought my nemo van from them
Nice one haven't seen a Nemo van kitted out. Tag me on Instagram if you're on there
Nice work Dave. Any ideas for my Mazda CX-5? Something removable as I detail as a Weekend Warrior. I don’t need to carry water or a generator. Lloyd
Yes mate Im filming a video with my dad's Kia soul so we trying ideas out to make it easy for people to carry less 👌
Thank you so much for this. But im no engineer. Can you pls explain what does the generator do? And what is that other machine next to it?
Hello the generator is a main power supply for the pressure washer and hoover. So people have this instead of using customers power supply
@@epicautomotivedetailing got it. Many thanks 🙏
I'm not a valeter, but I want one those!!
I know right... They are so cool
I went for Citroen dispatch , abit larger but still a 1.6
I had a dispatch once was pretty good size
Hi Dave. Another great video.
I have been looking at using a box trailer. I am lucky enough to have a unit to store it in, but it means it can be locked away from thieving gobshites overnight.
They do some good trailers on there was tempted to feature a few more.
Great minds think alike. I'm looking at a box trailer too
Hello mate, whats a decent generator i can grab for my new setup?
People will be amazed with the space inside Fiat Grande Punto vans. There is a professional valeter I follow that uses a Fiat Panda 100hp. Because its square, it does take loads of stuff.
Yes fiat Panda. My dad had a fiat Panda, I used it few times when van broke down
@@epicautomotivedetailing Some valeters are lucky to be able to used customers water and electric for the first few years until they manage to get an all setup van.
Very interesting vid. Also some nice looking van there..😀
Thanks Paul
Another great video i use a vauxhall combo also has seats in the back and i manage okay but im mainly interior only but its big enough for what stuff i have including my generator great vid
Nice one o didn't feature a combo van I should of
None of the Vans are as fast as your first vehicle was Dave. For those amongst you who spotted it.(The yellow Rover MG). By the time we had travelled between customers it was lovely and clean inside. Dad 😂🤣
That MG was brilliant. Was better than the zafira lol. Thanks Dad
Great video
thank you
Now this will be interesting
Solid video👐
Thanks mate
do you get a van when you become a valet/detailer?
Many thanks for sharing this information Dave! Your channel is the online dictionary for vehicle care! Have you thought about setting up a patron group? I for one would subscribe! And I'm sure there would be many others who tune into your channel would as well. Highlighting Valet Vans is a great tip Thank you! I didn't know such a service was available.
Hi Greg no I wouldn't do a patron because I'm happy to treat everyone the same and share everything for free on RUclips. I could never charge extra to give extra. I just want to help others and keep creating lots of varied videos to help people with all things valeting 🙏
@@epicautomotivedetailing You are a true gent! Looks like I'll be buying some merchandise to show respect for all you have done for me!
@@gregplant8761 thanks so much Greg. It's still small channel but working hard to make things happen
I thought I was the only one at this point thinking of kitting out a hatchback. Those kinds of vehicles makes a lot of sense when it comes to cost and insurance rather than a commercial van. I’d rather ride around in a hatchback than a soccer mom van as well. 😆
Lol I'm sure the soccer mums will appreciate that comment. Hatchbacks can definitely work
@@epicautomotivedetailing I’m sure they, like yourself, understand that I’m addressing the type of van I’m talking about, not the moms and dads that understandably use them.
Have you tried mer car polish and wax? If not can you give it a go? It's 10 quid for each.
Many years ago i used it
@@epicautomotivedetailing what did you think? I'm guessing not great as you dont use it anymore 🤣
@@lilRicky891 it was alright. To be honest it's so hard to find products that stand out. Honestly your car would still look amazing
As for someone who isn't from the UK - when he says "van" then shows a ford fiesta - does he mean the fiesta is a van? A van small van here in Australia would be something you could get into the back of (maybe with a bit of a slouch) but ...ye a van isn't a hatch?
Yes mate fiesta vans. Fair few here in uk
Hi do people complain of the noise you're making whem detailing and if so how do you deal with it?
Nope not at all. If I did my own car every weekend I'm sure the neighbours would though
Hi from Greece
Hello I wish I could be out there. We need some sunshine ☀️
Perfect.
🙏👍
have you ever used K2 Karcher as a mobile setup ?
Yes and it's Absolutely dreadful I'm sorry to say
@@epicautomotivedetailing I would love see you test one out on RUclips, do you have recommendations on decent one that not overly expensive
Shame I can't upload photos , Im in the middle of it as we speak
Nice one. Be good to see results
One question?
How many litters of water dose a car needs to get washed in a smart way?
Am guessing it's like 20 to 25 litters?
Correct me if am wrong 👍
Hi mate it depends on so many factors such as how bad the condition is, not just bodywork but wheels and arches. So cars take me a full water tank. So I mainly use my tank as a backup now
Epic
Thanks
Dave :)
Hello
@@epicautomotivedetailing Keeping out of trouble ;)
@@mag1vl always lol
That's my van 1minute 8seconds in that connect
Nice one 👍 lucky guy they are great vans. Mins an old banger now lol
They are great vans definitely worth the money amazing aha it's really clean for a banger got to have a clean van all the time
Keep it up Dave
Thanks mate got all of September's videos in edit 👌
Why the hell can't we have a valet vans in the US.
Sure more will do something similar
Are you buying one of them Van's lol
I wish mate. I haven't got £15 let alone £15,000 for a new van lol
Valet vans, nice pictures terrible attitude. Watch out - thank me later.
Can massively relate to this comment😂