16 Car Detailing Tips And Tricks WILL HELP You Transform Your Car!

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  • Опубликовано: 16 июн 2024
  • 16 Car Detailing Tips And Tricks WILL HELP You Transform Your Car!
    After detailing a ton of nasty and fairly decent condition cars, I have made my far number of mistakes along the way learning about car detailing and always learning and improving my techniques. I have a ton more I can share but in today's video I am sharing with you 16 Top car detailing tips that you need to know! By implementing these car detailing tips and tricks you will elevate your skill and be more knowledgeable than majority of car owners who wash their own cars. Cleaning a car and detailing a car is one of the most satisfying and rewarding experiences. Thank you all for your support each week and if you are new be sure to Subscribe & Turn On Notifications for New disaster detailing videos! Follow Me On Instagram @StaufferGarage
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    Due to factors beyond my control, I cannot guarantee against improper use of the information I share in my videos. James Stauffer (Stauffer Garage) assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not James Stauffer (Stauffer Garage).
    Chapters:
    00:00 Intro
    00:08 THE POWER OF STEAM
    01:44 DON'T BE SCARED TO TAKE THINGS APART
    03:02 CLEAN DOOR FRAMES, UNDER HOOD, TRUNK LID & GAS COVER
    03:48 DRILL BRUSH IS A MUST HAVE TOOL
    04:40 RESTORE PLASTIC TRIM
    05:12 CLEAN & CONDITION LEATHER SEATS
    06:28 CLEAN YOUR SEATBELTS
    07:21 CONSIDER WHAT IS HIDING UNDERNEATH
    08:13 CLEAN THE MOST USED PART OF YOUR VEHICLE
    08:59 CLEAN YOUR SPARE TIRE AREA
    09:58 CLEAN IN THE SEAMS
    10:36 POLISH EXHAUST TIPS & CHROME
    11:12 BE CONSCIOUS OF OVERSPRAY
    11:46 USE A PET HAIR BRUSH
    12:39 KNOW YOUR WORTH $$$
    13:30 STICK TO A ROUTINE
    OR PROCESS
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  • @StaufferGarage
    @StaufferGarage  Год назад +31

    Because I detail every car on this channel for FREE! Yes Free 😧! Subscribing is the best way to help support me! 👍
    SO HIT SUBSCRIBE and join the Stauffer Garage Crew! ✅

    • @idealdetails
      @idealdetails Год назад

      WOW. idek how that makes sense!

    • @codyrogers6436
      @codyrogers6436 6 месяцев назад

      I see steam cleaning electrical parts on the panel a huge liability as well 🤷

  • @Albert-the-Astro
    @Albert-the-Astro 11 месяцев назад +22

    You’re the kind of detailer the professional detailers would take their car to, outstanding job. By a mile the most thorough detail job I’ve seen on RUclips.

  • @tomsneed5021
    @tomsneed5021 2 года назад +16

    “Know your worth”…..excellent advice 👍🏻

  • @MrChuckwagon55
    @MrChuckwagon55 Год назад +1

    Love this video. This and your detailing mistakes videos are my two favorite videos. Plus your video on maintaining your equipment video. I’ve watched them all many times. Thank you making them and your generosity with your skills & knowledge. 👊🏻💪🏻

  • @sawdustadikt979
    @sawdustadikt979 Год назад +15

    What a great video. I’m a self employed carpenter, I love to detail my truck and trailer. Getting your process down is essential to making it easy to do with whatever frequency works for you. I wax about twice a year, I wash and clean almost every weekend. I also rouge and buff the aluminum/stainless trim on the trailer every couple of years in sections so I’m doing some section once or twice a year. I can wash, dry, vac, both in about 1 1/2 hrs. That’s far easier then ignoring it till it takes days of effort to make it only look ok. Up here in New England, almost all of the male half of my clients tell me that it made an impression on them that I have owned my now 20year old truck for 15years and it’s in really nice condition for being daily driven, in all weather, with over 300k of construction miles on the clock. I enjoy taking care of my stuff, took along time to collect all of it and all the skills and knowledge to care for it quickly and easily. As far as charging what your worth, depending on your personality and your background, this can be very difficult. We can pour our attention obsessively into our craft, get to the point of being really efficient at executing perfection, only to realize we have not built the “briefcase “ part of our skills and knowledge. If you love what you do, it worth the discomfort of growth in that area.

  • @RadicalRo92
    @RadicalRo92 2 года назад +2

    Bro I have to say I love your content. I just started my journey on detailing as of yesterday and came across you. You have the greatest tips and advice. Thank you. Just became a fan too.

  • @arkeahallen9921
    @arkeahallen9921 2 года назад +3

    Your videos are so helpful and satisfying.. keep it up !❤️

  • @michaelstevens7533
    @michaelstevens7533 2 года назад +1

    Nice to know there're lots of different tips to keep cars clean 👌

  • @walterbryan1798
    @walterbryan1798 Год назад +4

    Great video! Lots of good info and cool B roll.
    A small, cheap paintbrush is good for getting into the AC vents or other places you can’t reach with a wipe/rag.
    Also, my truck has vinyl floors. I love them so much. No more sandy carpet! I vacuum it out, then take a wet rag and wipe it down. Done. 👌

  • @MaaartenMusic
    @MaaartenMusic 2 года назад +4

    Good tip, cleaning the key as well. The knobs collect a lot of dirt. I keep the overspray tip in mind for the next wash.

  • @richardjones9422
    @richardjones9422 Год назад +2

    This by far is a great video. I appreciate you taking the time to share such knowledge. Thank you.

    • @StaufferGarage
      @StaufferGarage  Год назад

      Appreciate that Richard! Going to create another one soon. Any other requests?

  • @prennrecaj2957
    @prennrecaj2957 2 года назад

    Great tips thanks looks like your details take a day no rushing

  • @DaBadNewz
    @DaBadNewz Год назад

    Great video! Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

  • @gagehatfield4939
    @gagehatfield4939 2 года назад +319

    Coming from someone who works at an assembly plant I see taking theses cars apart to detail as a huge liability risk. Make sure to get torque specs on every bolt and confirm no connections are broken/bent.

    • @nldmaster
      @nldmaster Год назад +40

      Exactly. Very easy to make this mistake, which could be much more serious than getting every last crumb of dirt in a detail.

    • @lzy7054
      @lzy7054 Год назад +30

      Exactly why I don’t remove any seats or anything of that sort unless it is in a vehicle like a mini van for example where the back seats are made to come out with a simple pull of the handle no electrical components = no hassle!

    • @dansanders340
      @dansanders340 Год назад +14

      @@lzy7054 aw crap I removed my 310 k passat passenger seat to get water out from clogged ac compressor line or whatever, I even had to use an adjustable wrench and shit on my star bit to get an angle on the bolts, lmao. Guess I gotta finally read the manual, or just Google it bc vw forums have everything, b6 passat seat torque specs, bam. Lol

    • @macjohnson6281
      @macjohnson6281 Год назад +12

      Lol not what flat rate mechanics say.

    • @markpayne6803
      @markpayne6803 Год назад +3

      Hence do car detail shops carry insurance

  • @P4SDetails
    @P4SDetails 2 года назад

    Great tips my bru. I have used your channel to brush up on some skills for sure. Great content. Keep it up.

  • @veeluna308
    @veeluna308 Год назад

    Thank You for sharing this info!

  • @carjen121
    @carjen121 2 года назад

    Wow beautiful great job. Thank you for all your tips💕👏🏼👍🏻

  • @pattyorlando5905
    @pattyorlando5905 2 года назад

    One of your best videos ever!

  • @bobbolton135
    @bobbolton135 6 месяцев назад

    Excellent video. Thanks!

  • @ashleymarie7452
    @ashleymarie7452 Год назад

    Excellent. Thanks!

  • @JeffThompson-xo3xh
    @JeffThompson-xo3xh Год назад

    Thank you for the information. keep it up

  • @blacktears4296
    @blacktears4296 Год назад +2

    Great video thanks for sharing great info

  • @dannymartinez8522
    @dannymartinez8522 Год назад +8

    You should do a separate video for the engine bay cleaning 👍

  • @sergiolinares1376
    @sergiolinares1376 Год назад

    Great tips! Thanks

  • @kumahphilip1150
    @kumahphilip1150 Год назад

    Beautiful,I am starting this job and you are my mentor

  • @romanreynoso7943
    @romanreynoso7943 2 года назад

    Excelent work and tips.

  • @Moncs70
    @Moncs70 Год назад +1

    Thank you for this, I 'detail' my own car regularly, to be fair it hasnt had a hard life but I should put on the brave pants and take out seats and centre console to really get in there. Also Tail pipe! Great idea.

  • @MrOnlymoin1
    @MrOnlymoin1 4 месяца назад

    wonderful advice. just the short of - finishing touches - video i was looking for

  • @watsonlow22
    @watsonlow22 2 года назад

    Great video love the information

  • @cliffordbird3930
    @cliffordbird3930 2 года назад

    Some really good detailing tips there 👍

  • @johnbee7729
    @johnbee7729 Год назад +1

    WOW. Awesome tips and great work. Thanks

  • @StaufferGarage
    @StaufferGarage  2 года назад +27

    What is a detailing tip that you can share? Comment for others to learn and help us community of detailers improve our game!
    Also, tomorrow (Monday), I have another new video coming out on how to get out nasty smells from your ride!

    • @hardycarter17
      @hardycarter17 2 года назад +1

      Qestion when you remove the seats do you disconnect the battery first?

    • @caspearson4390
      @caspearson4390 2 года назад +4

      My detailing tip is - don't forget to detail yourself afterwards! lol eeww

    • @bobbyroth3458
      @bobbyroth3458 Год назад

      Shared my Fast Orange on interior stains and interior cleaning Trick with yall. Cheap and super effective hand scrubbing or drill brush the results are great and safe on everything.

    • @bobbyroth3458
      @bobbyroth3458 Год назад

      Awesome video btw, every tip your gave here is a gem and all work great. Thanx, ive been detailing for years and I learned a few things here. I appreciate it bro. Great for anyone that wants to DIY and get pro results.

    • @ashanggeorge2173
      @ashanggeorge2173 Год назад

      @@caspearson4390 a you can call😘aaaa 😘aaaaa 😘aaaaaaa 😘😘a 😀 c 22aa

  • @dougwollard741
    @dougwollard741 Год назад +19

    Tip number 17. If the carpet is or has been very nasty, dont hesitate to remove the carpet, hang up, and pressure wash. Especially if u already have the console out. The first time u wash it with a pressure washer , hung up, u will see that shampooing and extracting does very little. Shampooing only gets the surface clean. When u pressure wash (car wash), mud will roll out for days. U might easily spend 2 rolls of quarters to get it completely clean. Especially the heel pad area. There is absolutely no other way to achieve this level of clean. And make no mistake, it will not hurt the carpet. I have done it for many years on dozens of cars

    • @BlazingFaith1945
      @BlazingFaith1945 11 месяцев назад

      Are you talking about the removable carpet or like the actual car carpet ????

    • @Turtlesp5000
      @Turtlesp5000 10 месяцев назад

      @@BlazingFaith1945unless you plan to remove the carpet lining from the car, the mat itself is fine

  • @dinosaur6454
    @dinosaur6454 2 года назад

    Mashallah
    You're the best man
    May God bless you and keep going

  • @awdrob
    @awdrob 2 года назад +6

    I do a quick hand polish job on all the exterior door handle recessed areas(if applicable) on all vehicles. It cleans up those scratches and makes them less perceived if not takes a few of them away as well. Just something to think about if you need an “edge” in your area.

  • @omaranderson3678
    @omaranderson3678 2 года назад

    Excellent content

  • @cswann8
    @cswann8 Год назад +1

    4:40 this is a BIG one for cars with a little age, especially if they've been parked un sunlight a lot. I got some Cerakote Trim Coat for my 2012 Terrain and it really did wonders for my plastic trim parts. And what's better is that it seems to last ages. But I will admit my case is not typical. My car is garage kept and I only take it out 2-3 days a week. In any case that stuff beats the lips off of most other plastic and trim restore products I've tried. Also, for a nice matte tire dressing, I really love Chemical Guys VRP.

  • @curlyfuchsia
    @curlyfuchsia 2 года назад

    great tips!!!

  • @freshoutafolsom20
    @freshoutafolsom20 9 месяцев назад +3

    One thing I'd add isn't necessarily a cleaning tip bit one to do before cleaning. Always disconnect the vehicles battery before disassembling. It's possible to damage components or have to pay expensive labor fees to recalibrate sensors if they are unplugged while the battery is still connected.

  • @johnballish3016
    @johnballish3016 6 месяцев назад +1

    Great tips thanks

  • @loelljames9770
    @loelljames9770 Год назад

    Great tips,I myself does detailing on weekends,and work at a dealership during the week

  • @hulksta3223
    @hulksta3223 2 года назад +1

    I like to use the steamer and a good degreaser to clean around door jams and door frames.👍🏽

  • @donaldervolino4913
    @donaldervolino4913 5 месяцев назад +1

    Perfect video!!

  • @iglopez63D
    @iglopez63D Год назад +1

    Thank you for the tips.

  • @ashleywatson1864
    @ashleywatson1864 8 месяцев назад

    Excellent video thanks

  • @abdullahjafar7609
    @abdullahjafar7609 2 года назад +7

    That's great! Now i can look forward to detailing my car by myself! Thanks so much!

  • @timmyr345
    @timmyr345 Год назад +1

    I use my air compressor air nozzle to clean the crevices I can’t get to with a brush, and to blow out any excess water that sneaks in. The rubber air nozzle is especially handy to get the little debris from the seat crevices.

  • @mickholgate3347
    @mickholgate3347 Год назад +1

    Great video, have subbed as a result mate, great job.

  • @marcopolanco6398
    @marcopolanco6398 Год назад +5

    Excellent presentation with the sped up video footage, the well thought out title wipes and transitions!
    Vehicles are generally not air tight (or you'd suffocate) so I'd start my interior detailing by following air flow and cleaning/disinfecting around window seals and the ventilation air intake vents on the outside of the vehicle, with the A/C compressor on, with Lysol. Then after steam cleaning the inside vents, I'd vacuum them to get the garbage I just pushed in with the airflow of my steamer unit. Then, I'd consider working from the top down and address the headliner first.
    Smoking, vaping and flatulence can put odors into the headliner that no amount of pine tree air fresheners can correct. I didn't see a section on the headliner but it is porous and absorbs all that nasty stuff.
    You are the professional but I'd think that introducing water be it steam or a high pressure wand might impact electrical switches, solenoids and sensors. Vehicle interiors may have been assembled easily but since their integrity might have an effect on your safety they weren't necessarily designed for easy disassembly. Seatbelt material wasn't designed to be moistened much less saturated with cleaning products and/or water. Some seatbelt systems have safety components built in and pretensioners; I'd possibly moisten a microfiber towel with cleaning solution and wipe the exterior of the buckle/receptacle but stay away from the cloth webbing. If you're going to be so picky to scrub the safety devices in your vehicle then don't forget to condition the airbags too! (Not!🚫).
    As you use a steamer or hose around the inside of your fuel filler door, DON'T, if you have a capless filler. (You'd think a person would think this through but there are people who'll try this).
    I love the drill brush, the pet hair brush, and steamer. One commenter mentioned high pressure wand on carpets (remove from vehicle). My Mercedes Benz dealer does that with vehicles there and WOW does it help! Exceptions would be "Wilton", lambswool or special material carpet where special cleaning and cleaners are required.
    For the entrepreneur: not only knowing your worth, but also doing some shopping to see who else is out there, what they charge, (cash discount?) and how saturated the market is for detailers in your area. It is neither logical nor reasonable to assume that because you are worth every penny that you will automatically attract customers. Word of mouth helps but remember that popular players in the local detailing market might not receive your newly created detailing business with open arms. You may excel at detailing but are horrible at selling yourself/services. Either reward current customers generously when they refer new customers to you, or learn to sell, or hire someone to sell for you on a contract basis. Contacting local companies, offering your portable detailing services in company parking lot (get written permission to be there), and generously reward the receptionist or whomever in the company spread the word about your services. Finally, suggest to customers, going forward, to neither eat nor drink nor smoke nor transport pets in their vehicles. Also keeping the cabin air filter(s) (my Mercedes has 4!) clean and functioning helps. It all starts with the owner. How many people go to Chick-fil-A and then park in a neighboring parking lot to eat, drink, spill and pass gas?

  • @WaynesAdventure
    @WaynesAdventure 9 месяцев назад +1

    Awesome

  • @MrOscarSthlm
    @MrOscarSthlm Год назад

    Great video!

  • @qaisermahmood5670
    @qaisermahmood5670 2 года назад

    U and ur work are both awesome keep it up more power to u
    Love from Pakistan🇵🇰

  • @franksalsa9342
    @franksalsa9342 Год назад

    Excellent tips .🤙

  • @johnwagner4559
    @johnwagner4559 2 года назад +4

    There are two types of leather seats tho. Real leather and plastic coated leather, which is most popular. With plastic coated upholstery, a conditioner is pretty much pointless I thought. Excellent tip in the key fob....I do it too. Replace the battery every 3-4 months...cheap insurance. Also the spare tire info. Good job.

  • @donnariddell990
    @donnariddell990 2 года назад

    Great summary. I've seen you use a tire dressing (gel?) and applicator, but I don't see them in your Product link list. I've heard some 'fling' off onto your paint when you drive, so would love to hear which product you recommend for that finishing touch.
    BTW - I got your Fox Clean products and several of the products you have links to. Really appreciate the recommendations from a professional.

  • @andytaylor3198
    @andytaylor3198 7 месяцев назад

    You showed a tip on the seats and I found that getting into those crevices between top and bottom it helps to lean the seat as far forward and back which lets you see what’s hidden. If this is useful great have a blessed day Detailers.

  • @oguzhan67
    @oguzhan67 2 года назад

    Thank you for the information.Can you make a video about the products you use?

  • @macfamily5693
    @macfamily5693 2 года назад +1

    Ozium sanitizing spray into exterior and interior vents to clean A/C / Heat vents and smells amazing.

  • @middlelle
    @middlelle 2 года назад +5

    The drill brushes I purchased from you are wonderful. They were a birthday gift to my bf. They helped to take out years of crime. We are both impressed.

    • @jeffreyhulman8040
      @jeffreyhulman8040 Год назад +6

      I was sure this was from someone named Robin and his bf is Batman. Fighting crime is a noble endeavor! LOL 😆

    • @FrancisD
      @FrancisD Год назад +2

      @@jeffreyhulman8040 nah that crime fighting is crazy in that town I see

  • @WJHandyDad
    @WJHandyDad Год назад +6

    I typically do the whole seat removal thing on my own vehicles when I get them (new to me used vehicles) and then periodically thereafter. You are right there is no substitute for doing it. I have had folks ask me to detail their vehicle and I have no clue what to charge because obviously there is a difference between just a wash and dry vac versus removing seats and cleaning all the nooks and crannies. How do you determine a fair price for that level of service that folks will pay?

    • @Ohnoitswomp
      @Ohnoitswomp Год назад +3

      I went through some training for this. You charge for what you’re willing to do. You say what you’re going to do and set a price, they want less? Too bad pay the same price. They want more? Well you’re gonna have to pay my next package deal. Have a few options of depth and they can choose. Say no to people who don’t agree with your rules. It’s not worth arguing with someone that won’t respect what you do

  • @yaminiwaram3769
    @yaminiwaram3769 8 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you.

  • @archygrey9093
    @archygrey9093 Год назад +31

    Cleaning the seatbelts can often fix slow retraction issues too, all that grime and dried hair grease makes them stiffer and resist coiling up.
    I've fixed many seatbelt issues by pulling them out as far as possible and scrubbing with a brush and soap

    • @MrBikedrummer
      @MrBikedrummer Год назад +3

      Thanks for the tip. I've got 2 cars I want to try that on. I'm sick of them not retracting properly.

    • @mattcheshire2002ify
      @mattcheshire2002ify Год назад +6

      Trick is to hit them with silicon spray after cleaning to get them retracting as new

    • @IridiumRacing
      @IridiumRacing Год назад

      @@mattcheshire2002ify Dry lube spray works as well

    • @shaneshonda
      @shaneshonda Год назад

      It also drys a deteriorates the fibers in the belt and make them weak

  • @alexfvalen
    @alexfvalen Год назад +2

    A must for me is restore dirty headlights like blurry or yellow...not every car but it's a nice detailing satisfied process 👍

  • @shojus
    @shojus 10 месяцев назад +1

    This dude is NEXT level! Damn

  • @jaydenlampman904
    @jaydenlampman904 Год назад +1

    Hi I enjoyed watching this video it's my first time watching your RUclips channel and I already have subscribed to it I recently been thinking about becoming a Mitsubishi car mechanic and thought it would be necessary for me to teach myself these skills thank you ❤😮

  • @joshuasmith6425
    @joshuasmith6425 2 года назад +32

    I’m looking to start detailing as a side hustle myself and these tips helped immensely! I love cleaning and detailing, what tools do you recommend I get to start off with? Also, generally what is your routine or schedule you have for detailing a car?

    • @eazykill0
      @eazykill0 2 года назад +1

      hey man, how’s it coming? i just got a bunch of business cards, flyers and all my equipment coming in.

    • @Nabee_H
      @Nabee_H Год назад +3

      @@eazykill0 Hows it going? I was thinking of starting as well. Do you have insurance or should I not worry about that?

    • @bobbyroth3458
      @bobbyroth3458 Год назад +10

      Nabee, don't worry about the insurance off the start if you don't have that upfront. Everytually the goal is to build a client base and get legitimized with an LLC, Insurance, and all that. For now focus on gaining experience and see if your still into it 6 months into it, and if you like what your doing and biz is good, then LLC it, get insurance, started accepting credit card, etc. Effective Advertising could be a focus right now. And run a great deal on a service, like I am doing now, all summer long, $25 headlight restos, mobile service, I go to them or they come to the shop. I'm also doing a scratch removal special, I also offer basic maintenance oil, brakes, tune up diagnostic, 7 out of 10 customers I detail for get maintenance from me too, or vice versa, they come for one and get the other too. It's convenient and affordable. I do the specials by the season come fall and winter it'll change. If you do that, advertise it right, and to good work, word of mouth will be your main growth. Just my 2 cents

    • @GGamesClarken
      @GGamesClarken Год назад +7

      If you are doing mainly interior, I would recommend getting a extractor (bissell spot clean pro) and a steamer (McCullough mc1375 canister steam cleaner). Those both can make a massive difference in quality and appearance.

  • @stephyg20
    @stephyg20 10 месяцев назад

    Damn, wish there was a second thumbs up button. That was pyscho good. I'm in awe

  • @CarlooStack
    @CarlooStack 2 года назад +4

    I've always wondered how you completely clean the roof liner? I never see that in youtube videos.

  • @ruggedrickrude1946
    @ruggedrickrude1946 Год назад +1

    I watched your whole video and listen to it while I was washing the dishes plain and simple… like talking all slick. Hey man what’s happening? Hey everybody you feel me you know what I mean OK….. you get right to the point no jive crap good video.

  • @elijahsalvator
    @elijahsalvator Год назад +5

    This video taught me that I should get my car detailed at garages by professionals 😂

  • @scottspy
    @scottspy Год назад +3

    When I was young I detailed hundreds of vehicles at my father's dealership. When cleaning the interior the first thing I did was to pull the carpet out and clip it to the wall in the wash bay and spray it with the pressure washer using hot water and car wash soap and watch the brown water flow away. Then I would leave it on a step ladder overnight to dry. Many times I would also replace the underlayment if the vehicle was really dirty. I found that this was the best process for carpets, especially for tan or light grey. 👍

    • @StaufferGarage
      @StaufferGarage  Год назад +1

      Yes! And once dry, dye the light colored ones! I wish my walls weren’t drywall, I’d do that method for sure. Living in Ohio limits how often I can really pull and pressure wash sadly

    • @scottspy
      @scottspy Год назад

      @@StaufferGarage You can put the carpet on a small step ladder to wash, that works pretty well. Or put the carpet in a large trash bag and take it to the car wash and clip it to the wall there. Quick story:
      The worst car I ever had to detail was a car that my Dad bought that had been abandoned at the airport and had been sitting there for 6 weeks, it looked pretty clean on the outside, it was a Lincoln Mark VII. We had it delivered via a Rollback after the paperwork and title was fixed. Ok...what I wasn't told, was that there had been a dead body in the trunk for those 6 weeks at the Airport. 🤢🤮 I cleaned and cleaned, even replacing everything in the trunk...but the horrific smell would never come out. Somebody bought it from my Dad a couple weeks later and didn't say a word about the dead body smell. I can still remember that odor. 😵⚰

  • @devendavidoff
    @devendavidoff Год назад

    Nice job

  • @walter.bellini
    @walter.bellini Год назад

    Great helpful video!
    Would suggest you take a look at a product that I found recently that works really well called Releasit Encap Clean DS2 I think it is a game changer for the deal clean and process this product produces, on all material seats and all types of carpets.

  • @scottpeak1528
    @scottpeak1528 2 года назад

    Love your RUclips content! In some of your videos you mention a spray ceramic coating that you just spray on and rinse it off. I couldn't find a link to it. Can you provide the brand?

  • @craigmoir2569
    @craigmoir2569 11 месяцев назад

    Holy cow this guy is good. I detail for enjoyment, not as a career. It takes me a week to detail a car really well. I'm not saying i won't ever take a seat out, but imagine how much more time would add to a detail

  • @tomthebadyoutuber
    @tomthebadyoutuber 2 года назад +49

    I’ve found it’s better to skip trying to spray dressing directly onto tires and just spray it on an applicator instead.

    • @ioanekoroivuki543
      @ioanekoroivuki543 2 года назад +1

      Absolutely! That works better for me too.

    • @bobbycoppinger6949
      @bobbycoppinger6949 Год назад +4

      Or a detailing brush… detailing brushes are -lovely- on applying dressing to cracks and crevices of interior as well …detsil brushes just make getting coverage on big knobby ass tires much quicker

    • @Toyotajunkie
      @Toyotajunkie Год назад +1

      No lie. I was SO surprised to see someone who does this as a "living" not saving time and risk of additional cost.

  • @DanielLopez-fx4mk
    @DanielLopez-fx4mk 2 года назад

    Hola una consulta q maquina de vapor usas muchas gracias muy buenos videos saludos de ARGENTINA

  • @mattabelbeck6493
    @mattabelbeck6493 Год назад

    Just curious as to your suggestions for cleaning window felt strips? Thanks

  • @thadweber3631
    @thadweber3631 Год назад +1

    Awesome and the best and only the best thorough video straight to the point. Not 80:00 mins long. Very descriptive and easy to follow. Thanks for creating this. Subscribed!!

  • @gregbellinger5765
    @gregbellinger5765 Год назад +1

    Steam cleaning can easily get into the electrical connections in auto binteriers and cause damage. It works well but a lot of care has to be taken.

  • @lockelamora0717
    @lockelamora0717 Год назад +21

    Roll the windows down and clean the tops first.
    After you dress the tires, roll the car forward 12 inches to wipe the area that was against the ground.

    • @gingerwithahammer
      @gingerwithahammer Год назад +3

      Just did this a couple of days ago!

    • @zatticus
      @zatticus Год назад +2

      Why are you dressing the area of tires that contact the ground?

  • @clarkkent4991
    @clarkkent4991 Год назад

    Nice!!! What are your thoughts on using dye for carpets or mats upholstery etc? I mean some stuff you just can’t get the crud out and it’s just better to make it look fresh by using dye.

    • @StaufferGarage
      @StaufferGarage  Год назад

      I am all for dye, only after cleaned and dried out though. Dye ove dirt is something I couldnt sign up for

  • @bobbyroth3458
    @bobbyroth3458 Год назад +26

    TIP: When im detailing customers cars that have horrible stains, I use 2 things, a spray bottle full of water, and fast orange mechanic hand cleaner, combined with a drill brush I've gotten everything from blood, axle grease, frac oil, trans fluid, stains out and anything else that never really comes all out. Fast Orange is the way to go, plus it deodorizer the vehicle with citris. I used this on the entire interior. Makes life alot easier, plus it's safe on leather, it's not loaded with chemicals and works better then anything I ever used prior to Fast Orange. Give it a try if your struggling, you will see. Like this comment if you tried this Fast Orange and it worked wonders for you.

    • @StaufferGarage
      @StaufferGarage  Год назад +7

      Ill check it out and give it a go! Thanks for the tip

    • @gittfurthermaxoutt7381
      @gittfurthermaxoutt7381 11 месяцев назад +1

      Haven't used it in detailing but I'm a try it tho

    • @CT710
      @CT710 10 месяцев назад

      Have you tried it on color interiors? Any fading

  • @QuattroDetailing1
    @QuattroDetailing1 Год назад +2

    Such a great video! One question I had is: when do you decide to use the tornador vs a brush on the interior? Also, would a cordless vacuum specifically designed for pet hair be faster than the Lilly brush or whatever you were using?

    • @bigpappachungus5273
      @bigpappachungus5273 Год назад +1

      No, Lilly brush with steam and vacuum is king

    • @Ohnoitswomp
      @Ohnoitswomp Год назад +2

      Really you don’t need the tornador, all you need is brushes. The tornador I like to use for the doors, and maybe the places like the vents and stuff on the dash, but I prefer to use a brush so I can just be extra careful about electronics

  • @aramayicart27
    @aramayicart27 Год назад

    ty

  • @aureliandumitru8382
    @aureliandumitru8382 11 месяцев назад

    Very nice explanations but this mostly apply to people who have a garage! I live in a flat and basically all i do is to wash my car at self washes and do some interior detailing as much as i can: like vacuum, some apc, textile cleaner, leather and plastic protector.

  • @cringe-god8104
    @cringe-god8104 Год назад

    He’s good this is the kind detailed I’m looking for to clean my truck

  • @squabalis809
    @squabalis809 Год назад

    Quick fix to trim fade spray it with clear coat works amazingly well

  • @coyotelive
    @coyotelive 2 года назад

    Can you share the detailing process? Do you start from washing outside or the interior etc.

  • @joeysmith4515
    @joeysmith4515 Год назад

    Awesome video. Did anyone see where to get the trim restore kit?

  • @JonHowardPhotos
    @JonHowardPhotos 2 года назад

    Excellent, concise video. That truck with the orange bags was just nasty. How?

  • @moxie77
    @moxie77 Год назад +1

    This was so satisfying to watch!
    I bought a 2021 Toyota Corolla SE 6 speed hatchback a few weeks ago. I don't have pets or kids, and I work from home 5 days a week.
    Are there protective products that you'd recommend? Would the items in your shop be the way to go?
    Thank you!!

    • @StaufferGarage
      @StaufferGarage  Год назад +1

      My products would for sure be a great start to keeping it clean! Are the seats leather?

    • @moxie77
      @moxie77 Год назад

      @@StaufferGarage thank you! The seats are fabric.

  • @carolmccorry3053
    @carolmccorry3053 2 года назад

    I agree if you don't have a steamer then the job can't be done properly. I always had a box of tricks such as dental floss and curved needles, all types of coloured and textured tape, electrical tape masking tape allsorts. I had pipe cleaners kebab skewers plastic wrap, numerous uses from a quick repair to carpet to upholstery . I had a quick glue bottle, boxes of bi carb which was used as deodoriser cleaner and absorbstion.

  • @JG-fe1gx
    @JG-fe1gx Год назад +4

    I was a professional detailer for a long time. My favorite secret weapon on getting pet hair, fuzz, foxtails, and pine needles out of carpet and off fabric seats is a pumice stone. Does a good job, is cheap, and saves a lot of time

  • @b_rizzyy
    @b_rizzyy 2 года назад

    What do you do for music? Do you make your own playlist or have something used from say Spotify?

  • @carlossanchez-fi1jh
    @carlossanchez-fi1jh 2 года назад

    Ojalá el vídeo de eliminacion de olores también sea subtitulado. Gracias thanks

  • @neusac4590
    @neusac4590 2 года назад

    Nice video and great tips. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😉🇺🇸

  • @kafiagist9391
    @kafiagist9391 2 года назад

    Do you recommend a specific drill to use for just detailing?

  • @peterrudy9207
    @peterrudy9207 2 года назад +1

    7:02 I wonder if steaming the safety belts would weaken / damage them ?

  • @chunt241
    @chunt241 Год назад

    @stauffer garage, how do I get old all purpose cleaner spots of my windshield?