I’m new to detailing for others but it’s my passion and I’m comin’ up-I just want to say that you are by far one of the REALEST guys out there doing these videos…you and Hunter Detailing have been HUGELY motivating and SO inspiring for me and my auto detailing journey-much love and keep doin’ what you’re doin’-
From what I know, the blue pad is for light finishing polish. Black is no cut and used to apply glazes, that do not contain polishing abrasives and waxes/sealants. I'm sure in most cases, you should be using the orange pad with 3D Speed. It will give you the best results on really neglected/swirled paint, not the black. All depends on how bad the paint is of course. One other thing, when you are polishing, use smooth, fluid motion. Don't pause and jut like you are a robot. Haha. Just some positive feed back. Good luck with your business.
Depends on the orange pad. While I love Buff and Shine pads, I hate their orange. They're way to stiff to do anything on the paint without applying way too much pressure. Consistently, I get more defect removal from even the back than the orange. The orange Lake Country CCS or Flat are a lot more effective. Probably my favorite pad for Speed is the white Hex Logic - which are actually manufactured by Buff and Shine.
3D Speed is absolutely a must have for mobile detailing, works excellent in the direct sun with awesome results every time!!!! I normally use the lake country CCS light cut orange pad with 3D Speed, but every situation is different.
I must say you are wise beyond your years. Thank you for a very informative video on techniques and being efficient. I am a car enthusiast who is just getting into the detailing business.
Awesome job im subscribing..just got one question, do you sometimes have to deal with pollen,dust,debri on panel during polishing because its outdoors? And if so How do you manage that?
Veteran detailers are cringing each time that cord was rubbing up against that paint adding all types of scratches to it #1 rule when polishing throw that cord behind your shoulder once you polish enough it becomes second nature in time. Also watch with the start and stops while polishing you want to keep that polisher moving at all times while on the paint in a uniform and fluid motion and make sure you are overlapping with your passes a tad you were missing sections I wouldn’t cross hatch do it just like you are mowing grass. With that said great work otherwise I can tell you are going to be a great business man and run a great detail business. Remember you are part business owner part detailer so you have to put half into the business and learning while growing but the other half must be put into your detailing skills and knowledge I have been detailing for 9 years and amazed by the amount I am still learning in this space! Good luck!
@@mendezmobiledetailing appreciate it man because I’m a local detailer in my area just starting up and I’m just trying to get my pricing right for the area I live in. And love the videos too man‼️
@@paulgriffin6577 If you’re just starting to offer the service, I’d recommend you do a few things when figuring out the price. 1) Figure out the cost per car. Let’s assume you’re going to use 3D Speed… you probably won’t use but a few ounces. I’ve had a 16 oz bottle last me about 6 cars (mixed). For good constant correction you’ll need about 4-6 pads. Calculate the cost of every single item: - 3D Speed $20 - CG Orange/Yellow Cutting Pad $14 x 6 pads = $84 - Polisher Usage Cost +25% of polisher cost - Labor +50% of total cost - Mobile Service +15% of total (compensation for working in uncontrollable environment i.e. the sun) This is just a guide to help you figure out where you should be at. In other words, the labor you charge has to match or be greater than the cost. This is also helpful when breaking it down to customers as to why you’re charging what you’re charging. 2) There are ways to take short cuts and lower your cost per car and give you a higher profit margin. This is where it’s always best to have a range, not a fixed price. Some customers think polishing just means quickly passing over the paint with a machine and a pad. Others know that it removes oxidation and defects. Your job is to ask the right questions to determine which is which. In my experience, it never helps to just ask “Do you know what polishing is?”. Instead you should show them a picture of a before & after that shows a huge noticeable difference. Once you have that down you hit them with the price 3) If you break down each cost, the time, and labor, it’ll make it seem more reasonable than just saying “It’ll be $300 to perform the 1 Step Polish” (for example). People generally want the best for cheap. If you hit them with a “high” price and you don’t give an explanation as to why, they automatically assume it’s all profit. This will either make them think you’re ripping them off or they’ll start to negotiate. If you explain a cost breakdown, it mentally prepares them to accept the price more reasonably. Although there are still people who will want to negotiate, you’ll reduce the chances of that happening. 4) If applicable to your situation, offer polishing from your location before mentioning mobile. Generally people want to pay for something they’ll get. Which is why most people will see the “free shipping on orders over $49” and will buy more items just to get $7.99 of shipping for free. It’s really interesting how the human mind works. People would rather pay $50 with free shipping instead of $20 for an item + $7.99 shipping fee. Well, once the client agrees to the service and price, ask them if they’d like a mobile service. If so, tell them it’s an additional 15% for a mobile service. Tell them you will waive that fee if they bring the vehicle to you. In my experience this works really good, especially during summer. It saves me money, time, heat strokes, and I can work and achieve better results Just some things to think about
Im just going to give you a tip for next time. put the cord over your shoulder. i run a detailing buisness also woth 15 years experience. no hate like what your doing just so people dont hate on your video the cord will scratch the car.
@@mendezmobiledetailing For sure Bryan like I said I watch your videos regularly i like what your doing i just switched to mobile this year found you through your set up video just wanted to give you a tip everybody on the Internet to troll nowadays I respect that you dont care. 👊🏼👊🏼 cheers brotha
@@mendezmobiledetailing it is tough out there haha but it nice change of scenary and easy to advertise with a nice sign set up well doing the dam thing
Rupes mark 2 with a 21 inch throw. Made in Italy, the pads are the best too. I have been seating for 20 years Brian. Also you can get certified with us for ceramic coating at Nano pro ceramics. It goes in the car fax.
Dude you know why you splash, because you add to much product, I have been detailing for over 15 years and I have never splashed, even when I start my polisher at a high speed. If you know how to do paint correction, you always add a small portions and spread it on the area, that you are going to fix. Many guys with their own detailing channels, add way to much and you are supposed to do small portions as well to get even better results and reapply with every area, that you do, I’ll make a more do a detailed video of how to polish a car fully. Also when you advertise paint correction, be careful how you advertise it. My clients know about paint correction because I taught them and those all in one products, ***can be temporary*** since it probably has wax. If you do a true paint correction, the scratches will be gone if you did it right. I did a ceramic on my 370z and did the correction paint correction and the shine is pretty sick even after a month of not washing it and that stuff is a true paint correction.
I’m new to detailing for others but it’s my passion and I’m comin’ up-I just want to say that you are by far one of the REALEST guys out there doing these videos…you and Hunter Detailing have been HUGELY motivating and SO inspiring for me and my auto detailing journey-much love and keep doin’ what you’re doin’-
Thank you! Keep up the amazing work. Appreciate you taking time for this comment
From what I know, the blue pad is for light finishing polish. Black is no cut and used to apply glazes, that do not contain polishing abrasives and waxes/sealants. I'm sure in most cases, you should be using the orange pad with 3D Speed. It will give you the best results on really neglected/swirled paint, not the black. All depends on how bad the paint is of course. One other thing, when you are polishing, use smooth, fluid motion. Don't pause and jut like you are a robot. Haha. Just some positive feed back. Good luck with your business.
Thanks snake doctor 💪🏽
Depends on the orange pad.
While I love Buff and Shine pads, I hate their orange. They're way to stiff to do anything on the paint without applying way too much pressure.
Consistently, I get more defect removal from even the back than the orange.
The orange Lake Country CCS or Flat are a lot more effective.
Probably my favorite pad for Speed is the white Hex Logic - which are actually manufactured by Buff and Shine.
3D Speed is absolutely a must have for mobile detailing, works excellent in the direct sun with awesome results every time!!!! I normally use the lake country CCS light cut orange pad with 3D Speed, but every situation is different.
Totally agree!
I must say you are wise beyond your years. Thank you for a very informative video on techniques and being efficient. I am a car enthusiast who is just getting into the detailing business.
Glad your'e getting started! Let run it up bro
@5:41 your worker was looking at you like “less talking more working” 😂
Yup! Hahaha
Awesome job im subscribing..just got one question, do you sometimes have to deal with pollen,dust,debri on panel during polishing because its outdoors? And if so How do you manage that?
Nope. I carry a canopy in the summer time for heat but nothing for pollen. not much we can do during that season
Love the videos of you explaining each step along the way. Curious how you clean your clay mitts after your done or how often you replace them???
I just wash them once and them replace them!
Veteran detailers are cringing each time that cord was rubbing up against that paint adding all types of scratches to it #1 rule when polishing throw that cord behind your shoulder once you polish enough it becomes second nature in time. Also watch with the start and stops while polishing you want to keep that polisher moving at all times while on the paint in a uniform and fluid motion and make sure you are overlapping with your passes a tad you were missing sections I wouldn’t cross hatch do it just like you are mowing grass. With that said great work otherwise I can tell you are going to be a great business man and run a great detail business. Remember you are part business owner part detailer so you have to put half into the business and learning while growing but the other half must be put into your detailing skills and knowledge I have been detailing for 9 years and amazed by the amount I am still learning in this space! Good luck!
Appreciate your constructive feedback!
Great observation!
i know this video old but what is the corded air blower your using?
Whats up man! Even though the video is old, thanks for watching! Heres the link bro. amzn.to/3E1nIXf
@@mendezmobiledetailing thanks bro i appreciate the response 🙏🙏
super clean safe on the paint? have been wanting to use it on the lower portion of my exterior details.
Yes! Just dilute it good. Less super clean, more water! Always
You explain everything better than youtubers with millions of subs.
I try to bro! That’s a great compliment thank you
Hey fellows, awesome job, your're surely going places in your craft!!!!!
That's the plan!
Hey where did you get your sign from?
Vista print bro!
Will the super clean mess up the clear coat?
Not if you dilute it properly!
I love your hustle man thanks for the videos
No problem thanks for watching
How do you polish small areas?
smaller polisher or by hand if needed
Good video bro.. just quick tip bro for one step polish try to use 4 yellow pads and sonax perfect finish you will see the great results and less time
Will do!
Great demo👍🏽👍🏽 keep 'em coming
Thanks!!
What generator you use Bryan?
Ryobi 4500
No clay bar before polish ???
Depends on the vehicle, the clay was done at the same time as the wash.
great video!
Glad you enjoyed it
Hey Bryan what did you have in the pump sprayer?
ACID WHEEL CLEANER
@@mendezmobiledetailing can this be used on any wheel/rim?
@@jordansherwood7859 yeah just remove after applying on the second tire, dont let it sit too long
How can I get in touch with you, I emailed you but am not sure you received regarding a sponsorship?
bryanfelix81@gmail.com
Needed this 🙌🏽 I’m looking into doing this. Need more tips tho
They’ll come! What do you wanna know Man? I can make a video about it
Man you got to get out and touch paint to learn . You can’t learn on you tube .
You can get some tips but get out there ASAP
Dope video bro 🤝
Mendez to the moon!
So super clean is safe for cars diluted correctly?
Yeah correct.
Dope content bro. Where did you get that watch band from bro.
I can’t remember! My bad man
Great video
Thanks!
Great job bro
Thanks my man
Hahah yo mans in the background has my dying he like bruh it’s hot let’s just finish hahaha
Facts hahaha
@@mendezmobiledetailing I know the feeling it be 108 outside.. recording an taking pics is tough
FELIX!! As much as I enjoy these Videos !! Im in the gym like 🏋🏾♂️ crazy !! Hopefully you can get back to us viewers… 🤙🏾💯
Nice to hear man keep grinding g
How much do you usually charge for a 1 step polish?
Depends the car! $250 starting price
@@mendezmobiledetailing appreciate it man because I’m a local detailer in my area just starting up and I’m just trying to get my pricing right for the area I live in. And love the videos too man‼️
Anytime bro thanks for watching!
@@paulgriffin6577 If you’re just starting to offer the service, I’d recommend you do a few things when figuring out the price.
1) Figure out the cost per car. Let’s assume you’re going to use 3D Speed… you probably won’t use but a few ounces. I’ve had a 16 oz bottle last me about 6 cars (mixed). For good constant correction you’ll need about 4-6 pads. Calculate the cost of every single item:
- 3D Speed $20
- CG Orange/Yellow Cutting Pad $14 x 6 pads = $84
- Polisher Usage Cost +25% of polisher cost
- Labor +50% of total cost
- Mobile Service +15% of total (compensation for working in uncontrollable environment i.e. the sun)
This is just a guide to help you figure out where you should be at. In other words, the labor you charge has to match or be greater than the cost. This is also helpful when breaking it down to customers as to why you’re charging what you’re charging.
2) There are ways to take short cuts and lower your cost per car and give you a higher profit margin. This is where it’s always best to have a range, not a fixed price. Some customers think polishing just means quickly passing over the paint with a machine and a pad. Others know that it removes oxidation and defects. Your job is to ask the right questions to determine which is which. In my experience, it never helps to just ask “Do you know what polishing is?”. Instead you should show them a picture of a before & after that shows a huge noticeable difference. Once you have that down you hit them with the price
3) If you break down each cost, the time, and labor, it’ll make it seem more reasonable than just saying “It’ll be $300 to perform the 1 Step Polish” (for example). People generally want the best for cheap. If you hit them with a “high” price and you don’t give an explanation as to why, they automatically assume it’s all profit. This will either make them think you’re ripping them off or they’ll start to negotiate. If you explain a cost breakdown, it mentally prepares them to accept the price more reasonably. Although there are still people who will want to negotiate, you’ll reduce the chances of that happening.
4) If applicable to your situation, offer polishing from your location before mentioning mobile. Generally people want to pay for something they’ll get. Which is why most people will see the “free shipping on orders over $49” and will buy more items just to get $7.99 of shipping for free. It’s really interesting how the human mind works. People would rather pay $50 with free shipping instead of $20 for an item + $7.99 shipping fee. Well, once the client agrees to the service and price, ask them if they’d like a mobile service. If so, tell them it’s an additional 15% for a mobile service. Tell them you will waive that fee if they bring the vehicle to you. In my experience this works really good, especially during summer. It saves me money, time, heat strokes, and I can work and achieve better results
Just some things to think about
I appreciate this comment! A ton of information, hope everyone else can see as well.
Im just going to give you a tip for next time. put the cord over your shoulder. i run a detailing buisness also woth 15 years experience. no hate like what your doing just so people dont hate on your video the cord will scratch the car.
Great tip! Don’t care what they say. Appreciate you tho your coming from a great place so I respect it
@@mendezmobiledetailing For sure Bryan like I said I watch your videos regularly i like what your doing i just switched to mobile this year found you through your set up video just wanted to give you a tip everybody on the Internet to troll nowadays I respect that you dont care. 👊🏼👊🏼 cheers brotha
Nice bro hopefully you’re loving that Mobile life!! It’s tough out there hahah
@@mendezmobiledetailing it is tough out there haha but it nice change of scenary and easy to advertise with a nice sign set up well doing the dam thing
You should probably up that pad to a light orange for some cut atleast
Yeah I will make sure to do so next time!
Good stuff !
Thanks Rayz
Good job brother 👍👍👍
Thanks 🙏🏽
@@mendezmobiledetailing you're welcome bro
Use rupes mark III polisher
I’ll see
Thumbs down bro!!!
Were the list at?
I enjoy your videos bro.
Terry from the DMV
Its there brother
Use a rupes bro, that polisher is not good. You will never need another buffer.
Which rupes?? Heard they dont last too long though
Rupes mark 2 with a 21 inch throw. Made in Italy, the pads are the best too. I have been seating for 20 years Brian. Also you can get certified with us for ceramic coating at Nano pro ceramics. It goes in the car fax.
Detailing
Dude you know why you splash, because you add to much product, I have been detailing for over 15 years and I have never splashed, even when I start my polisher at a high speed. If you know how to do paint correction, you always add a small portions and spread it on the area, that you are going to fix. Many guys with their own detailing channels, add way to much and you are supposed to do small portions as well to get even better results and reapply with every area, that you do, I’ll make a more do a detailed video of how to polish a car fully. Also when you advertise paint correction, be careful how you advertise it. My clients know about paint correction because I taught them and those all in one products, ***can be temporary*** since it probably has wax. If you do a true paint correction, the scratches will be gone if you did it right. I did a ceramic on my 370z and did the correction paint correction and the shine is pretty sick even after a month of not washing it and that stuff is a true paint correction.
Very true!