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DIY Detail is all about having fun. Join Nick McGurk and Yvan Lacroix as they go over the ins and outs -- the dos and don'ts -- of auto detailing. Both Nick and Yvan are professionals with a passion for detailing and teaching.Find our entire line up of products, from Rinseless Wash to Gold Standard Polish, here: www.DIYdetail.com
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Internet Detailing vs. Real Life | Detailing secrets revealed! Podcast #95
There's a lot of things you see online that detailers do -- but that don'ts mean YOU should do it. Or try it, for that matter. In this episode of the DIY Detail Podcast, we tackle this very topic. Anything you'd like to add? Post it in the comments below!!!
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FREQUENTLY MISSED AREAS when detailing! Podcast #94
"You missed a spot."
Not exactly words most detailers want to hear -- am I right? In this video, Nick & Yvan discuss commonly *missed* areas when detailing cars. Where they are, how to better your detailing processes so you don't miss them EVER AGAIN!
What are your commonly missed spots when detailing??
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Do you need a SPECIFIC ceramic coatings for wheels?! | Podcast #93
Here's the question: should you buy a specific coating, just for wheels, for ultimate protection? It's something we see a lot of in the detailing industry, and we're here to debate whether wheel coatings are a scam. What say you???
If you're curious, you can find our ceramic coatings here: https://diydetail.com/
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What’s the “goal” of detailing: preservation, perfection or profits?
It's a question you might not ask yourself very often, but it's worth exploring: why, exactly, do we detail? Is it in pursuit of perfection? Is the goal to preserve the original finish -- whether it be on the paint, or the interior? Or, is the goal ... profits? Lots of you turn detailing into a business, after all. That's what Nick and Yvan discuss in this episode. What say you?
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“The doctors didn’t give me a chance of life”: the Jason Killmer story | Podcast #91
This is Jason Killmer's story. Before he won the most prestigious awards -- from cars that won at Pebble Beach, and Riddler, for example -- Jason had to overcome unthinkable obstacles. We hear how he did that, what fueled his drive -- and what advice he has for all of us. Jason is, above all, a great dude. If you have questions for him or want to support him, you can comment here or find him over on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/jasonkillmer/?hl=en
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We have plenty more videos with Jason Killmer visiting DIY Detail, here's one!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4gFXbJCg9BU
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How to SPRING CLEAN your car: a detailing guide | DIY Detail Podcast #90
It's that time of year -- time to get your ride deep cleaned for Spring! So, what should you do, and where should you start?
In this episode, we cover:
(01:10) Salt Rings on Carpet
(04:30) Cleaning & UV Protection
(07:30) Cabin Air Filter
(09:30) Don't use this air freshener!
(10:10) Odor neutralizing tip
(12:00) Window cleaning tip
(15:30) Undercarriage cleaning
(18:40) Winter/Summer wheel swap
(21:00) Proper Washing Techniques & Decontamination
(24:00) Unclogging your paint
(27:20) Protecting your paint
PRODUCTS USED:
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INTERIOR CERAMIC: https://bit.ly/DIYInteriorCeramic
RINSELESS WASH: https://bit.ly/RinselessWash
CRYSTAL CLEAR GLASS CLEANER: https://bit.ly/CrystalClearGlassCleaner
INCREDIBLE SUDS: https://bit.ly/IncredibleSuds
DECON TOWEL: https://bit.ly/FineGradeClayTowel
IRON REMOVER: https://bit.ly/3GfY4iM
WATER SPOT REMOVER: https://bit.ly/WaterSpotRemoverDIY
QUICK BEADS: https://bit.ly/QuickBeads
CERAMIC GLOSS: https://bit.ly/CeramicGloss
We mentioned how to use Water Spot Remover to actually remove water spots! That video can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9KG9Q0JxlE
We also mentioned how to ceramic coat your car: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1KjzEbnVrE
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Customer Reviews
Efficient and helpful
Yvan and Nick teach a detailing method that is efficient and fun. Their podcast is the same. As a minivan dad with 3 under 3, I appreciate how much practical information you pack into your episodes.
I also appreciate that you make detailing accessible to someone who has numerous other obligations. Your focus on efficiency means I can fit it into my schedule and into my budget. Your focus on making it enjoyable means it doesn’t feel like just another job. Thanks for making a higher standard of car care attainable and enjoyable!
Informative
Certainly worth every minute of your attention.
Genius!
Whether you’re a driveway detailer or a pro you will learn something new in every episode! I’ve been sucked in since I found this podcast and have been “binge listening” while at work! Keep up the great work guys!!