Huge tip for beginners. Forget brand loyalty! Find what you like, find what can be diluted and find the best prices you can. Example the $15 gallon pink soap from 3D will do Just as good as the $25 pink soap from chemical guys. Do your research on products and talk to other detailers many are willing to help!
Luke: Your back on your mark, fast talking and all. Your video has enthusiasm, confidence, and devotion to the trade, with an upbeat confidence. Luke, are you saying that this method for plastic restorer is better, easier to coat, and more profitable than Cerakote Trimcoat?
Hey Bill, as always it goes without saying... thank you! So the trim serum that I used here doesn't come with any sort of "ceramic" protection. So I cannot yet speak to the durability. That being said, Cerakote is virtually a permanent restoration at the end of the day. I should add, Cerakote while an amazing product, and one I continue to use, at times in certain situations it can be finicky, whereas a product like this is extremely easy to apply with no other thought being given. Cerakote however is absolutely still at the top of my list, and I will say, their chemists know what they are doing, and are continuing to perfect the things that they sell
I like that you talk so fast - plus then for entertainment I get to hear those little gaffs that sneak in at warp 7 talking speed. (You conversate with customers!) I soak up detailing vids like crazy and WAD is a great channel! Better than TV... THANKS!
That was awesome! I watch all your videos, but this one is my new favorite. And yes, it's because I practice my detailing on a black Jeep Wrangler with damaged paint and faded trim. Lol... Seriously tho, the tips and tricks that you give that make my Wrangler look good make cars that start out in better shape look freaking fantastic.
You’re in my opinion, the smartest detailer around. You’re always trying to cut corners while maintaining the same end result. Keep up the good work! Also, I’m a brand new detailer and I’m learning a lot from you, so for anyone who’s new, this is the right guy to watch!
Thanks so much man! That means a ton! A lot of detailers definitely work a lot without making much money so hopefully these videos will help bring out the entrepreneur in you!
Being a new detailer you should also check out AMMO NYC that dude's on a whole nother level. His series are mostly educational and covers almost every aspect of detailing
It is definitely complicated and a lot of work..... but he makes some of the processes easier to UNDERSTAND. don’t get tied up lol it’s hard labor and very detailed
Awesome job and no problem understanding you talking fast because everything was also very clearly explained. Sometimes you will have to restore trims with Solution Finish and sometimes with this product you're showing which I love using too, so all depends on the nature of the beast. The best part is I have learned again is the Rebel Landslide from Renegade products. I saw that product in California at a detail shop and forgot to write the name down in order to use it in my detailing offering to customers. I have just purchased for the Jeep of my cousin and uncle since they wanted me to detail their vehicles and is a great tool to have for other vehicles too. Thanks for all your videos and input.🙏 Xoxo from Puerto Rico 👍🇵🇷
That's awesome! hahaha yes Renegade landslide is amazing and something I am going to be showing a lot more of! And yes, solution finish is fantastic and something that I use very regularly, great product and video coming soon!
I'm just now starting my detailing business and thank you for the great advice! i know i have a lot to learn and your tips and tricks are going to help me a lot.
Luke, thanks for sharing this. I know you have a lot of experience and also have put a lot of thought into everything you do. I aggree with you that causing swirls to an already swirled up paint shouldn't be your biggest concern. However, I would like to note the following. At my previous job, this is almost exactly the sole way (Apply foam, clean with wash media, rinse) all the cars were cleaned on a monthly basis, from new. After just a few washes, they were absolute swirl nightmares, visible in even the dimmest of lights, even though they were all light-coloured cars. Far worse than any reputable automated car wash would have caused, I assure you. And that, I think, is the wrong thing to be doing.
Totally agree, over time when you are dealing with say a new vehicle where the paint is more or less in average to pristine condition precautions need to be taken or you will see those swirls accrue overtime
This reminds me of my bosses jeep. I'm starting my detail business and this was the first car I had to detail. Pretty much in the same if not worse condition. Etched water spots, hazy windows and lots and lots of swirls.
One additional tip regarding Jeeps and any lifted truck or SUV is to dress the undercarriage. As someone that works on his own Jeep, I prefer something like Meg's Synth Xpress Spray Wax (non greasy/oily) but have used dedicated undercarriage dressings like Griots offers with success. It's a small amount of work, can be priced very attractively, and makes a huge difference. Wishing you continued success Luke.
Lot of awesome advice. I’m still in the thinking stage of wanting to start my own detailing business. So all of your tips and tricks are really helpful, thank you.
Hi Luke. I just have to ask, Is there a reason why you did not wash the top of the vehicle? was it too tall? I do hope you do a follow up in a couple or three months on how well the plastic coating protector held up to your expectations. Thank you for uploading. I love watching vehicles change from beginning to end.
I actually do, but I try to cut out the things In the video that I consider no brainers so I don’t have to make it longer than it needs to be, so I didn’t show it here because it’s just not interesting to watch and there’s nothing really to say about it
Hi wilson, so recently I bought the waffle wave from chemical guys, do you have a tip about, how can I wash the waffle wave? At now its dirty but I dont know if I can wash it with the soap of the dishes or the soap which I clean my t shirts. Thanks for the tip and niceeee videos
Love your videos. I'm kind of ocd when it come to my car. a 2017 Santa Fe Sport, everyone remarks how good it looks, I hear comments about the color, canyon copper. If I had a place to detail I'd love to become a detailer. I wash my car at a carwash and do my other detailing on it at a park in our city.
I Love Lithium Trim Serum. So easy to apply and you get great results. I did use Cerakote on my daughters Wrangler wanting that once and done product. A lot tougher and finicky to apply. Now The Last Coat has come out with a ceramic trim product. Something new to try... :) I detail a lot of trucks and am looking forward to trying the Renegade Dressing!
I have Trim Serum as well. Not overly impressed. I’m finding myself using Megs Hyper Dressing over Trim Serum. Not a bad product, just haven’t been wowed, like many others have.
Hyper Dressing used to be my go to. I get better results and longevity with the Trim Serum. Don’t know why? I still use both and other trim dressings as well. Cost factor you can’t go wrong with a gallon size HD.
Great info bro! There’s so much I for n your videos, and I love the way you explain things. I have my own Mobile Detail business and been a detailer for 3 years and worked in car washes for about 10! But I will always stay humble and learn as much as I can Cause there’s always something to learn even if we think we “know it all” lol
It's great work again. Bravo to you and thank you for the trick of the degreaser in the foam gun. For my part, on an unmaintained vehicle, I spray the degreaser first and then the prewash foam. In the end, I would say that you save time as you did. Does it only work with a hard shampoo?
Im not 100% sure what you mean by hard shampoo, but it is definitely something I would suggest doing in a situation like tis where you have a car that is extremely dirty and damaged
Man been learning alot from your videos ty I got a question I bought a foam cannon but when connect it to my pressure gun is it supposed to swing so easily back n forth on the pressure gun?
Thanks for sharing these amazing secrets on how to detail a car. That drill and power washer really help the process go a lot faster. I like the idea of using a microfiber towel versus a wash mitt. I would like to see what you would do for an all white vehicle in a video as they have different types of problems than an all black vehicle. Excellent techniques and insight into how you negotiate your prices with your customers. Your hard work is worth something. Have a fantastic day!
I think you should give 303 protectant a try for restoring plastic trim inside and out. Ive been using it for a while and have noticed that the durability and appearance with the product very impressive.
truthfully that is not something that I really see, but just off the cuff I would tell you, assuming it is bare metal I would look into 0000 steel wool, it is something that in many ways can just be used to scrub that area, sometimes without any chemical, and bring it back to a nice shine, and fight that rust
when someone requests mobile i say i can come to you and do mobile but i need a garden hose for my power washer and a plug for my extension cords, so far 5/5 no one had an issue
They are actually a drill brush set that I designed over the past 6 months. They should be in stock on amazon in the next 60 days! Then I’ll release a video explaining what sets them apart and how they are engineered for detailers
Wilson Auto Detailing Thanks Luke, just curious, is the Meguiars APC similar to Simple Green or is it a different kind of cleaner, with different ingredients? Thx
Its called Renegade Landslide all terrain dressing, Ill hook up a link here, its awesome! www.renegadeproductsusa.com/products/rebel-landslide-all-terrain-coating?_pos=2&_sid=4aaa18583&_ss=r
I think it depends on the situation. The main pros here are the ease of use, not finicky at all, and great after visual appeal, I can't yet speak to the durability however
Thanks dude. It's all about the details. I was crying on a drive way last year. Bentley continental W12 cleaning the wheel barrels with a miguers ultra safe alloy wheel brush. A rubber protective tip came off and I scratched an expensive wheel.
@@clifhellner1493 he was late for a meeting a week later and he kurbed it on a rock pulling out of his driveway. He got a guy from Bentley do him a cash back hand. Miguers discontinued the brush and my client got some free products.
Like button smashed my man..... But yes it is totally acceptable to "up sale" and offer "add on services"..... Every business does it, from small, locally owned to the fortune 100..... By all means, if it's in your budget do it for free, but reality is your out there to make money. To restore that trim with a better than average product that makes the OTCs look like the rip off they are, why not offer it. To paint or replace that would be really expensive, then you'd have to "add protection" anyways..... So work for free, if that's your calling.... But even the most humble-a-man knows you pay man for his labor, and you pay him fairly. Blessings, karma, Honoring God whatever you do it for, there's something satisfying about adding value to someone else's life, merchant or customer
A small portion of my bumper is peeling bad, thanks to a aftermarket bumper guard I got that was leaking and allowed all the water to just sit and it made the paint around and inside bubble. Any advice from anyone here or from Wilson himself on how to cover it up permanently to keep it from spreading and getting worse? A small spot around the curve is already showing the metal or whatever the bumper is made of and it's a pain to wash since I have to be gentle around it and it can't get 100% cleaned properly...
Great question, and difficult to answer simple. I charge based on the value I know it adds based on my own skill level, results I know I can bring, durability, sheer quantity of trim I am addressing, and time
@@wilsonautodetailing in the uk a detailing garage that i work at and were trying out a new product from auto glym thats called deep polish and it works amazingly on black faded cars, really brings back the gloss!
At this point I can’t remember haha I’m sure it’s in another comment somewhere, but If I had to reach back in my memory, generally I don’t do this kind of work for less than $200
We think as fast as we talk, thus making it possible. Keep on truckin broham! To bad you are not local, would throw you some business I live in an apt with nowhere to do anything argh.
Not currently, soon yes, I have had several websites in the past both for my detailing business and the online side of my business, I intentionally took down my detailing website because of the overwhelming influx of customers that I couldn't handle, so of course that is a good problem to have, but because of the business model that I am pursuing it was much easier to make it harder for potential customers to get a hold of me as weird as that may sound
Great question, and difficult to answer in a short comment because there are so many variables to developing those prices. I am actually in the process of developing an online course that is based on building this type of business model exactly: How to build an auto detailing business founded on maintenance clients in order to make a full time income with part time hours. Basically the goal is to take what I did, and put it into a step by step blue print, and there will be entire modules dedicated to this question
Have you been watching Graham Stephen? Smash the like button, destroy the like button, for the algorithm. Can't watch one of his videos without him saying that at least 10x haha. Great detail, love the tips and product recommendations!
As I've became a detailer your videos have been a source of great information. Im glad you explain clearly as you go. With that being said, i charge a fair amt for details and i throw in the trim restored in my details. My upsales are decontamination w iron remover, glue n tar remover, clay bar, panel wipe, seal n polish. That's a bundle package upsale. I have a kit from gtachniq to do a whole car and all the extra glass, dash, fabrics, rims. I feel i should offer these products in my details on the regular and have like a premium cost detail. Continuously learning n thankful for your videos. Check me out on john driscoll detailing on fb. Id love your critique!
Hi Johnny - I got the same question - how are you guys structuring your pricing ? I’m considering setting as a mobile detailer - and would appreciate how to set my pricing structure for marketing materials etc 🙏
I am at a point where I spend very little on my products, because at some level I do have some leverage with my social media following, so I would say a good AVERAGE for a very straightforward detail would be a cost of somewhere around $12 total, and of course a return of something much higher, in this case I charge, IN THE BALLPARK of $200 for a job like this
@@wilsonautodetailing Awesome, thank you for the reply. That is a fair price for all that work, and all the stuf you spent. I live in a small town where you have wealthy and middle/poor class, and for all that work I could get max 30-40$.
So.. You know how some people binge watch Netflix? Well, I binge watch Wilson Auto Detailing!
I am a detailer been doin this for 20 years. Just learned how to ceramic coat about a month ago. I love how it brings out the luster and color.
Huge tip for beginners. Forget brand loyalty! Find what you like, find what can be diluted and find the best prices you can. Example the $15 gallon pink soap from 3D will do Just as good as the $25 pink soap from chemical guys. Do your research on products and talk to other detailers many are willing to help!
Also if you take the same 3D gallon Viacom they fill it for $9
Do people normally mix in an apc when washing? and I will try that soap out when I run out of my gold class.
Facebook groups or discord servers are the best to find experienced people that always are willing to help with questions.
I would only use apc when washing the first time around or when a car is super dirty. I wouldnt use it all the time when mainteance washing@@nomeat
Luke: Your back on your mark, fast talking and all. Your video has enthusiasm, confidence, and devotion to the trade, with an upbeat confidence. Luke, are you saying that this method for plastic restorer is better, easier to coat, and more profitable than Cerakote Trimcoat?
Hey Bill, as always it goes without saying... thank you! So the trim serum that I used here doesn't come with any sort of "ceramic" protection. So I cannot yet speak to the durability. That being said, Cerakote is virtually a permanent restoration at the end of the day. I should add, Cerakote while an amazing product, and one I continue to use, at times in certain situations it can be finicky, whereas a product like this is extremely easy to apply with no other thought being given. Cerakote however is absolutely still at the top of my list, and I will say, their chemists know what they are doing, and are continuing to perfect the things that they sell
I like that you talk so fast - plus then for entertainment I get to hear those little gaffs that sneak in at warp 7 talking speed. (You conversate with customers!) I soak up detailing vids like crazy and WAD is a great channel! Better than TV... THANKS!
That was awesome! I watch all your videos, but this one is my new favorite. And yes, it's because I practice my detailing on a black Jeep Wrangler with damaged paint and faded trim. Lol... Seriously tho, the tips and tricks that you give that make my Wrangler look good make cars that start out in better shape look freaking fantastic.
One of my favorite auto detailing channels on RUclips. This dude has it together.
Is that small-circlely brush used for wheels, used for the exterior of the vehicle (6:24)?
You’re in my opinion, the smartest detailer around. You’re always trying to cut corners while maintaining the same end result. Keep up the good work! Also, I’m a brand new detailer and I’m learning a lot from you, so for anyone who’s new, this is the right guy to watch!
Thanks so much man! That means a ton! A lot of detailers definitely work a lot without making much money so hopefully these videos will help bring out the entrepreneur in you!
Being a new detailer you should also check out AMMO NYC that dude's on a whole nother level. His series are mostly educational and covers almost every aspect of detailing
Thank you for not over complicating something as simple as detailing a car!
No problem! It is complicated in some areas but can definitely be simplified
It is definitely complicated and a lot of work..... but he makes some of the processes easier to UNDERSTAND. don’t get tied up lol it’s hard labor and very detailed
Awesome job and no problem understanding you talking fast because everything was also very clearly explained. Sometimes you will have to restore trims with Solution Finish and sometimes with this product you're showing which I love using too, so all depends on the nature of the beast. The best part is I have learned again is the Rebel Landslide from Renegade products. I saw that product in California at a detail shop and forgot to write the name down in order to use it in my detailing offering to customers. I have just purchased for the Jeep of my cousin and uncle since they wanted me to detail their vehicles and is a great tool to have for other vehicles too. Thanks for all your videos and input.🙏
Xoxo from Puerto Rico 👍🇵🇷
That's awesome! hahaha yes Renegade landslide is amazing and something I am going to be showing a lot more of! And yes, solution finish is fantastic and something that I use very regularly, great product and video coming soon!
I'm just now starting my detailing business and thank you for the great advice! i know i have a lot to learn and your tips and tricks are going to help me a lot.
How much are you charging I just started a detailing buisness and idk how much I’ve had 3 customers I charged 60 a car
@@Vicscarm1 nice! Keep going man
Luke, thanks for sharing this. I know you have a lot of experience and also have put a lot of thought into everything you do. I aggree with you that causing swirls to an already swirled up paint shouldn't be your biggest concern.
However, I would like to note the following. At my previous job, this is almost exactly the sole way (Apply foam, clean with wash media, rinse) all the cars were cleaned on a monthly basis, from new. After just a few washes, they were absolute swirl nightmares, visible in even the dimmest of lights, even though they were all light-coloured cars. Far worse than any reputable automated car wash would have caused, I assure you.
And that, I think, is the wrong thing to be doing.
Totally agree, over time when you are dealing with say a new vehicle where the paint is more or less in average to pristine condition precautions need to be taken or you will see those swirls accrue overtime
This reminds me of my bosses jeep. I'm starting my detail business and this was the first car I had to detail. Pretty much in the same if not worse condition. Etched water spots, hazy windows and lots and lots of swirls.
hey luke, im just wondering is there any way i cant use p&s bead makers to wipe off the wax?
One additional tip regarding Jeeps and any lifted truck or SUV is to dress the undercarriage. As someone that works on his own Jeep, I prefer something like Meg's Synth Xpress Spray Wax (non greasy/oily) but have used dedicated undercarriage dressings like Griots offers with success. It's a small amount of work, can be priced very attractively, and makes a huge difference. Wishing you continued success Luke.
Thanks for your input michael, definitely agree with you, and in a professional detail, assuming the customer is paying for that, absolutely yes
Michael Duke Adams undercarriage spray works great for me! Spray and walk away, leaves a nice satin finish.
Lot of awesome advice. I’m still in the thinking stage of wanting to start my own detailing business. So all of your tips and tricks are really helpful, thank you.
Really good to hear! Don’t hesitate to reach out with questions
Great video Luke, I completely agree with you on the 2 bucked method for beat up cars like this. I still usually use it on nicer/newer cars tho.
Yep me too, case by case just like anything! Thanks man!
Would you apply protectant after restore black to trim?
Hi Luke. I just have to ask, Is there a reason why you did not wash the top of the vehicle? was it too tall? I do hope you do a follow up in a couple or three months on how well the plastic coating protector held up to your expectations. Thank you for uploading. I love watching vehicles change from beginning to end.
I actually do, but I try to cut out the things In the video that I consider no brainers so I don’t have to make it longer than it needs to be, so I didn’t show it here because it’s just not interesting to watch and there’s nothing really to say about it
Great video. Love the pace and info. Love the hints.
Thanks Mark, I appreciate it!
Wilson love you man, you’ve taught me many talents when i detail my cars !! keep it up brotha
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Hi wilson, so recently I bought the waffle wave from chemical guys, do you have a tip about, how can I wash the waffle wave? At now its dirty but I dont know if I can wash it with the soap of the dishes or the soap which I clean my t shirts.
Thanks for the tip and niceeee videos
Love your videos. I'm kind of ocd when it come to my car. a 2017 Santa Fe Sport, everyone remarks how good it looks, I hear comments about the color, canyon copper. If I had a place to detail I'd love to become a detailer. I wash my car at a carwash and do my other detailing on it at a park in our city.
Yep, doing what you love, and being able to make money at it is definitely where the magic happens!
I Love Lithium Trim Serum. So easy to apply and you get great results. I did use Cerakote on my daughters Wrangler wanting that once and done product. A lot tougher and finicky to apply. Now The Last Coat has come out with a ceramic trim product. Something new to try... :) I detail a lot of trucks and am looking forward to trying the Renegade Dressing!
Definitely!!! Just got the last coat trim dressing in the mail... cannot wait to try it!
@@wilsonautodetailing Can't wait for your review!
I have Trim Serum as well. Not overly impressed. I’m finding myself using Megs Hyper Dressing over Trim Serum. Not a bad product, just haven’t been wowed, like many others have.
Hyper Dressing used to be my go to. I get better results and longevity with the Trim Serum. Don’t know why? I still use both and other trim dressings as well. Cost factor you can’t go wrong with a gallon size HD.
Great info bro! There’s so much I for n your videos, and I love the way you explain things. I have my own Mobile Detail business and been a detailer for 3 years and worked in car washes for about 10! But I will always stay humble and learn as much as I can
Cause there’s always something to learn even if we think we “know it all” lol
It's great work again. Bravo to you and thank you for the trick of the degreaser in the foam gun. For my part, on an unmaintained vehicle, I spray the degreaser first and then the prewash foam. In the end, I would say that you save time as you did. Does it only work with a hard shampoo?
Im not 100% sure what you mean by hard shampoo, but it is definitely something I would suggest doing in a situation like tis where you have a car that is extremely dirty and damaged
@@wilsonautodetailing What I mean by hard shampoo is a shampoo that will remove the existing protections on the body as well as the road film.
Luke, have you ever seen or used wheel covers? They would work great for keeping overspray off the wheels while dressing the tires.
Great idea!
Man been learning alot from your videos ty I got a question I bought a foam cannon but when connect it to my pressure gun is it supposed to swing so easily back n forth on the pressure gun?
Learned something new thanks man!.
Exceptional....I liked and subscribed😁
Great job as always luke from start to Finish ..😁👍
Thanks for sharing these amazing secrets on how to detail a car. That drill and power washer really help the process go a lot faster. I like the idea of using a microfiber towel versus a wash mitt. I would like to see what you would do for an all white vehicle in a video as they have different types of problems than an all black vehicle. Excellent techniques and insight into how you negotiate your prices with your customers. Your hard work is worth something. Have a fantastic day!
Thanks for the encouragement and taking the time to give the feedback, it means a ton! White cars here we come
@@wilsonautodetailing Awesome!
The way i know it, is that you dont wash black cars in the sun
Almost at 100k. Keep it up Luke💪
Thanks man! We will be doing a big giveaway when it happens!
Those wheel wells tho 😍 great job
I think you should give 303 protectant a try for restoring plastic trim inside and out. Ive been using it for a while and have noticed that the durability and appearance with the product very impressive.
You can usually remove the brown staining on the rims with compound I 've heard. Is that true?
🔥👌🏽 MINT BRO
Keep up the good work and amazing info
Thanks man!
Wilson Auto Detailing you’re welcome bro, I learned a lot about starting my business from your channel!
What wheel cleaner were you using in your pump up sprayer?
Nevermind lol
Since you do many rural vehicles, can you show an example of detailing a trailer hitch and receiver. What about the rest on the ball hitch?
truthfully that is not something that I really see, but just off the cuff I would tell you, assuming it is bare metal I would look into 0000 steel wool, it is something that in many ways can just be used to scrub that area, sometimes without any chemical, and bring it back to a nice shine, and fight that rust
If your doing mobile detail, do you use their water hookups and plug ins and stuff?
always
when someone requests mobile i say i can come to you and do mobile but i need a garden hose for my power washer and a plug for my extension cords, so far 5/5 no one had an issue
Sup Luke, I miss your videos! Love it from CA. Keep up the good work!
Thanks man!
Have you ever used Cerakote trim coat wipes? They look pretty awesome! Restores black plastic and holds up to 200 washes.
I actually have worked closely with Cerakote because I like their stuff so much. Really great stuff
Where did you get the drill brushes from ....nice
They are actually a drill brush set that I designed over the past 6 months. They should be in stock on amazon in the next 60 days! Then I’ll release a video explaining what sets them apart and how they are engineered for detailers
Such an underrated channel compared to some other detailing channels
Nah
You are one of the fastest talking persons I have heard so far. 👀
Cool techniques! For deep scratches, maybe do a video or share thoughts on application of touch-up paints.
I actually do not do touch up paint and never have for several reasons that maybe I can make a video about in the future
Love your videos Luke!
Thanks!!! Means a ton
What ratios do you use for your foam cannon?
About 4:1 in most cases... always plenty of foam that way
Luke, how much do you charge for a exterior detailing like that?
A before and after side by side shot would really help show the amount of change all that detailing does to a vehicle.
Goodj Job. Very professional.
How well does the renegade dry? Does it need to be buffed or streak?
Nope, at least in this situation I am spraying and walking away!
Luke what would you recommend for a really good quality APC? Thx
Meguiars APC is a great foundational one to go to!
Wilson Auto Detailing Thanks Luke, just curious, is the Meguiars APC similar to Simple Green or is it a different kind of cleaner, with different ingredients? Thx
What did you coat the wheel wells with ?
Its called Renegade Landslide all terrain dressing, Ill hook up a link here, its awesome!
www.renegadeproductsusa.com/products/rebel-landslide-all-terrain-coating?_pos=2&_sid=4aaa18583&_ss=r
did you prefer that than CERAKOTE?
I think it depends on the situation. The main pros here are the ease of use, not finicky at all, and great after visual appeal, I can't yet speak to the durability however
Thanks dude. It's all about the details. I was crying on a drive way last year. Bentley continental W12 cleaning the wheel barrels with a miguers ultra safe alloy wheel brush. A rubber protective tip came off and I scratched an expensive wheel.
Yep, been there and done that. Not a good day
How did you handle that situation? What did the owner say?
@@clifhellner1493 he was late for a meeting a week later and he kurbed it on a rock pulling out of his driveway. He got a guy from Bentley do him a cash back hand. Miguers discontinued the brush and my client got some free products.
I like your style! Greetings from Brazil!
Where can I get a hand pump sprayer like the one you use on the wheels?
Brandon Ball I hope he doesn’t start selling them he will charge $30 for 1 🤣
Hey man here is the link to the one I use: bit.ly/2uaMYsO
Do you have set prices for the services you up sell?
Like button smashed my man..... But yes it is totally acceptable to "up sale" and offer "add on services"..... Every business does it, from small, locally owned to the fortune 100..... By all means, if it's in your budget do it for free, but reality is your out there to make money. To restore that trim with a better than average product that makes the OTCs look like the rip off they are, why not offer it. To paint or replace that would be really expensive, then you'd have to "add protection" anyways..... So work for free, if that's your calling.... But even the most humble-a-man knows you pay man for his labor, and you pay him fairly. Blessings, karma, Honoring God whatever you do it for, there's something satisfying about adding value to someone else's life, merchant or customer
Nice video amigo!!! 😎💥
Muchisimo gracias
Thank goodness for summer
AMEN
A small portion of my bumper is peeling bad, thanks to a aftermarket bumper guard I got that was leaking and allowed all the water to just sit and it made the paint around and inside bubble. Any advice from anyone here or from Wilson himself on how to cover it up permanently to keep it from spreading and getting worse? A small spot around the curve is already showing the metal or whatever the bumper is made of and it's a pain to wash since I have to be gentle around it and it can't get 100% cleaned properly...
What the best way to clean glass and product for glass
Thanks for your amazing Videos, Have you ever try a product called Cerakote to restore black trims?
Yep I have several videos on it! Love it
how do you charge for a trim restore?
Great question, and difficult to answer simple. I charge based on the value I know it adds based on my own skill level, results I know I can bring, durability, sheer quantity of trim I am addressing, and time
Great video! Thanks, Luke.
Thanks!!
Nice job Luke!
Thanks Andy! Good to hear from you
Great video !
Keep it up!!
Thanks so much, will do!
12:35 you can also use under the wheel well wd40 for the next time you clean it it’s much easier to remove the dirt !
Thanks man for your informative videos.. btw, you don’t talk fast it just too much information to share
Thanks man! Hahah definitely a lot of info
Good job brotha
What kind of shorts are those?
I just subscribed
How much did you charge for this wash and wax?
I charge in the ballpark of $200 for a job like this when it’s all said and done
it might be that the paste wax contains fillers which makes it look like the scratches have been filled
Yes that is what is happening. In some ways Carnauba based waxes fill acting like some of these other products that have fillers in them
@@wilsonautodetailing in the uk a detailing garage that i work at and were trying out a new product from auto glym thats called deep polish and it works amazingly on black faded cars, really brings back the gloss!
Oxidized pain I use mothers clay bar !
How much did you charge in total for this details? If possible please provide the break down. It will be very much helpful and appreciated
At this point I can’t remember haha I’m sure it’s in another comment somewhere, but If I had to reach back in my memory, generally I don’t do this kind of work for less than $200
They say you can use a hetagun and blow the black stuff and bumper
It wont last.
Damage Control Auto Detail
Stauffer garage said so and it last longs
Yes technically that is one way to address it, but maybe Ill make a video in the future about why I dont do that
Get sc1 it is amazing on faded plastic
Got it! Thanks!
Hey do you want your car to look nice after I wash it? Yes I would, ok that’s going to cost you a little extra 😂😂😂
Do you have the go pro video of this? Can you upload it? 😅
I do in some parts haha that's why I include it in certain places here in this video
I smashed the thumbs up like the Hulk...RAAHHHHH!!
Hahaha THANK YOUUU
Nice work and I talk fast as well and it drives people crazy, to bad for them hahahaha. Fast talkers are higher thinkers :)
Hahaha agreed!!
We think as fast as we talk, thus making it possible. Keep on truckin broham! To bad you are not local, would throw you some business I live in an apt with nowhere to do anything argh.
Do you have a website?
Not currently, soon yes, I have had several websites in the past both for my detailing business and the online side of my business, I intentionally took down my detailing website because of the overwhelming influx of customers that I couldn't handle, so of course that is a good problem to have, but because of the business model that I am pursuing it was much easier to make it harder for potential customers to get a hold of me as weird as that may sound
What’s everyone charging for maintenance details? And how far out from the original full detail?
Great question, and difficult to answer in a short comment because there are so many variables to developing those prices. I am actually in the process of developing an online course that is based on building this type of business model exactly: How to build an auto detailing business founded on maintenance clients in order to make a full time income with part time hours. Basically the goal is to take what I did, and put it into a step by step blue print, and there will be entire modules dedicated to this question
Have you been watching Graham Stephen? Smash the like button, destroy the like button, for the algorithm. Can't watch one of his videos without him saying that at least 10x haha.
Great detail, love the tips and product recommendations!
Hahaha yes I have!
SuperClean full strength? Rubber Suit.
How much would a detail like that cost?
Depends on a lot of different variables of course but I charge in the ball park of $200
Wilson Auto Detailing thanks man
Hey Luke, from start to finish, how long did this detail take you, Thanks!
What’s ONR
As I've became a detailer your videos have been a source of great information. Im glad you explain clearly as you go. With that being said, i charge a fair amt for details and i throw in the trim restored in my details. My upsales are decontamination w iron remover, glue n tar remover, clay bar, panel wipe, seal n polish. That's a bundle package upsale. I have a kit from gtachniq to do a whole car and all the extra glass, dash, fabrics, rims. I feel i should offer these products in my details on the regular and have like a premium cost detail. Continuously learning n thankful for your videos. Check me out on john driscoll detailing on fb. Id love your critique!
Fantastic man! Thanks for the feedback!! Sounds like you’re doing great things
Johnny if its okay to know, what are your prices on the upsales?
Hi Johnny - I got the same question - how are you guys structuring your pricing ?
I’m considering setting as a mobile detailer - and would appreciate how to set my pricing structure for marketing materials etc 🙏
Drinking game - do a shot every time you hear, "That being said..." :D I like your videos, though!
Hahahahaha yes!
I lIke ThIs GaMe
I counted 12🤣😂🤣
2 bucket wash method....makes sense until u dunk the sponge the 2nd time.............
Just discovered you today, I'm enjoying what you are putting out. I noticed the license plate showing. Potential liability for you.
How much did you spend, and how much did customer pay?
I am at a point where I spend very little on my products, because at some level I do have some leverage with my social media following, so I would say a good AVERAGE for a very straightforward detail would be a cost of somewhere around $12 total, and of course a return of something much higher, in this case I charge, IN THE BALLPARK of $200 for a job like this
@@wilsonautodetailing Awesome, thank you for the reply. That is a fair price for all that work, and all the stuf you spent. I live in a small town where you have wealthy and middle/poor class, and for all that work I could get max 30-40$.
What about the roof
Is it possible to email you?
Wilsonautodetailing3@gmail.com
I charge extra to detail a Jeep.. Very little flat surfaces.. So many angles and corners... 🤦♂️