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  1. Re: SERIOUS detailer in the market for a Steamer.... looking to buy in the next 30 days or less.... please help with your opinions

    I'd say get the mcculloch 1385. It's $200 range, 64 oz of water, variable steam, tons of attachments, built sturdy, its light and not big at all. and most importantly it gets the job done. Mike says...
  2. Re: Streamlining the "Full Interior Detail"

    I always ask the customer ahead of time to remove everything. It saves 15-30min.


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  3. Re: Not getting Customers UPDATE and questions about growth

    Talk to your customers and offer them what they want. I would at a minimum want to touch their vehicle every 6wks. If customer A wants his done every 2 weeks and customer B wants theirs once a month....
  4. Not getting Customers UPDATE and questions about growth

    Ask the current customers calling and booking with you how did they hear about you and put some time into exploring that avenue. Whether it's from fb, google, referrals etc. also u can offer...
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    Re: Steam cleaner for detailing business

    I own the 1385 as well. It's a excellent addition to the arsenal and I highly recommend it as well. I clean the panels, carpet and seats even works great on leather seats. I noticed that I fade some...
  6. Re: Looking into a vapor Steamer. Need advice

    I use the mcculloch 1385. I definitely clean interior carpets with it. I bought it to replace my extractor. It comes with a triangle brush attachment among other attachments and it's only $200. I'd...
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    Re: Mike Phillips VIF or Vehicle Inspection Form

    Can I get a copy please and thank you poin6985@gmail.com
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    Re: Stubborn Tree Sap

    Hand sanitizer works cause it has isoprophyl alcohol in it. Alcohol by it self work . Any rubbing alcohol from your local rite aid or wherever you buy products from
  9. Re: Can you do AMAZING detailing without machines???

    Yes you can. You're gonna at least need a shop vac tho. A steamer and extractor just help you do the job more efficiently. Without those tools depending on the condition of the vehicle you're gonna...
  10. Re: My desire is to get into mobile detailing...PLEASE HELP!!!

    Its very possible for you to start on the side. Work around you current life schedule.

    Check local competition, determine who you're selling too. That makes a difference of pricing and what...
  11. Re: how much can you do in 10-14 hours of detailing ?

    Yeah when you average it out 1.5 is correct. What helps tho is knowing your customers. Many of the customers that use to come thru my job are now my customers. Not MANY tho because I could take 10%...
  12. Re: how much can you do in 10-14 hours of detailing ?

    4 detailers could do 5-6 details a day. 2 on a vehicle at a time. One person interior one exterior. Tips on saving time:
    A bucket, hot water and degreaser works wonders on an interior. Just wipe! I...
  13. Re: how much can you do in 10-14 hours of detailing ?

    I worked at a local car wash and was a detail manager for some years. My boss made sure we had at LEAST 5 details a day. Most were interior detail plus a 2 step polish n wax. My boss showed us...
  14. Re: how much can you do in 10-14 hours of detailing ?

    Its all about your customers and your communication wit them. Based off what they tell me they're looking for I may offer them a one step and I explain to them what they're getting. They're happy...
  15. Re: how much can you do in 10-14 hours of detailing ?

    My process would be :
    1.waterless wash
    2.all in one one step (polish,glaze,sealant)

    I only clay if a vehicle has over spray on it. I dont tape off anything. I use the Portercable 7424xl, and I...
  16. Re: how much can you do in 10-14 hours of detailing ?

    I don't have any before n after of one steps. But a one step shouldn't take that long at all. And 2 hours I do it might be a truck. A car usually takes a little over an hour to wash n one step
  17. Re: how much can you do in 10-14 hours of detailing ?

    ADERET it takes me 2hrs TOPS to do a one step and washing NO interior. BTW I only do claying if I'm dealing with over spray. When working tho, if I don't have another car afterwards I sometime find...
  18. Re: CG Bare Bones or Griot's Undercarriage?

    I dont really care for CG bare bones. I first bought a 16oz bottle to try it and it seemed to last about a week. After I used it all I bought a gallon of it and I'm not pleased to say the least. It...
  19. Re: How Long Does it Take You to Detail a Vehicle?

    Hi guys. I'm new to the forum..well new to posting but I've been lurking for some time lol! I'm also not new to detailing either. It usually takes me anywhere from 2-3 hours on interiors and 1-2...
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