The DIY Detail Podcast

<p>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.<br><br>Find our entire line up of products, from Rinseless Wash to Gold Standard Polish, here: www.DIYdetail.com</p>

How (and WHY) to decontaminate your paint! Podcast Ep. 128

Send us a textCurious about how to deeply clean your paint? About when to use a clay bar, a clay towel -- and with what "clay lube?" This is an in-depth conversation about products like Rinseless Wash, Ceramic Gloss and even Iron Remover paired with our Perforated Synthetic Decontamination Towel.Products mentioned:RINSELESS WASH: https://bit.ly/RinselessWashINCREDIBLE SUDS: https://bit.ly/IncredibleSudsCERAMIC GLOSS: https://bit.ly/CeramicGlossDECON ("Clay") TOWEL: https://bit.ly/FineGr...

12-20
17:49

5 game changing detailing techniques GUARANTEED to save you time!

Send us a textWant to save time AND get superior results when detailing? This is the podcast for you!PRODUCTS MENTIONED:INCREDIBLE SUDS: https://bit.ly/IncredibleSudsDECON TOWEL: https://bit.ly/FineGradeClayTowelCERAMIC GLOSS: https://bit.ly/CeramicGlossRINSELESS WASH: https://bit.ly/RinselessWashWATER SPOT REMOVER: https://bit.ly/WaterSpotRemoverDIYAPP (Adhesion Promoter Polish): https://bit.ly/AdhesionPromoterPolishPHENDO electric random orbital sander (great for applying C6 Adhesion ...

12-13
24:55

Buying a new car? As DETAILERS, here's what we recommend to get (and not get) from the dealership

Send us a textIf you're buying a new or used car, this is the podcast for you! We discuss what to do when you get your ride, what to purchase from the dealership (and what not to), and how to choose between ceramic coating your own ride or hiring a pro.LINKS TO VIDEOS WE MENTIONED:How to polish paint for under $100! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJ2HOsT3C80Ceramic coating a truck WITHOUT polishing first: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IKv4gWYO8DYDIY Detail Products:25MM DUAL ACTION POLISHE...

12-06
21:20

Avoid these OVERRATED polishing techniques! 5 tips to save you time

Send us a textWe're all about saving you time, money and energy when you're polishing paint. That's what this podcast is all about! Here are some of the products we talked aboutGOLD STANDARD POLISH: https://bit.ly/GoldStandardPolishGOLD STANDARD WAFFLE PAD: https://bit.ly/GoldStandardWafflePadGOLD STANDARD WOOL PAD: https://bit.ly/GoldStandardWoolPad25MM DUAL ACTION POLISHER: https://bit.ly/25mmCorrectionProDAMAX GLOSS ROTARY POLISHER: https://bit.ly/DIYMaxGlossRotaryCERAMIC GLOSS: https://bi...

11-29
18:31

LIVE Q & A Podcast from the DIY Detail Garage!

Send us a textThis is a live Q & A podcast we recorded on the afternoon of Friday, Nov. 22, 2024 from our studio in Omaha!Red glove linkhttps://amzn.to/3WrefBu Website: https://diydetail.com/Podcast:https://bit.ly/DIYDetailPodcastJoin the DIY Detail Facebook Group!: https://bit.ly/DIYDetailFacebookGroupFind DIY Detail products worldwide: https://diydetail.com/pages/distributors#autodetailing #diydetail #yvanlacroix #carwash #claytowel #detailing #detalingtip #howtodetailacar #detail...

11-23
01:53:19

Adhesion Promoter Polish (APP): Everything you Ever Wanted to Know! PODCAST Episode 122

Send us a textSo what is our Adhesion Promoter Polish, and why might you want to use it? That's what this podcast is all about! C6 APP is great as a prep product BEFORE ceramic coatings, but how does it differ from Panel Prep? Is it better in certain situations vs. Panel Prep? Watch to find out!Products mentioned:APP: https://bit.ly/AdhesionPromoterPolishROTARY JEWELING PAD: https://bit.ly/RotaryJewelingPadPHENDO electric random orbital sander (great for applying C6 Adhesion Promoter Polish):...

11-15
24:57

FINAL IMPRESSIONS! SEMA 2024 recap Podcast

Send us a textThis is our take on the 2024 SEMA SHOW in Las Vegas. What were your takeaways?Website: https://diydetail.com/Podcast:https://bit.ly/DIYDetailPodcastJoin the DIY Detail Facebook Group!: https://bit.ly/DIYDetailFacebookGroupFind DIY Detail products worldwide: https://diydetail.com/pages/distributors#autodetailing #diydetail #yvanlacroix #carwash #claytowel #detailing #detalingtip #howtodetailacar #detailing101

11-08
17:19

How to have MORE FUN detailing cars! (5 tips) DIY Detail Podcast Ep. 120

Send us a textDetailing can get pretty complicated -- and downright confusing. At DIY Detail, we're here to simplify things, and to help you have more fun. That's what this podcast is all about! 5 simple tips that will amp up your results, and your experience, when detailing.PRODUCTS MENTIONED:INCREDIBLE SUDS: https://bit.ly/IncredibleSudsRINSELESS WASH: https://bit.ly/RinselessWashWebsite: https://diydetail.com/Podcast:https://bit.ly/DIYDetailPodcastJoin the DIY Detail Facebook Group!: https...

11-01
23:04

SEMA Teaser Podcast! (Learn about our cordless polisher & new products!!!)

Send us a textYes, you read that right: DIY Detail is coming out with two new cordless polishers, a rotary & dual action. We also have new products, as well. So, here’s a quick summary of what we’ll be unveiling! Of course, more information to come as the show draws nearer…In the meantime, here’s a line up of our current products!25MM DUAL ACTION POLISHER: https://bit.ly/25mmCorrectionProDAALL CLEAN: https://bit.ly/AllCleanDIYDetailAPP (Adhesion Promoter Polish): https://bit.ly/AdhesionPr...

10-25
32:49

Detailing's Little Known Secrets Revealed: A lot of people don't know these!

Send us a textThis podcast is all about delving into the little-known secrets of the detailing world. Ready to learn? Then listen away...Here's a list of product mentioned:PANEL PREP: https://bit.ly/DIYPanelPrepCRYSTAL CLEAR GLASS CLEANER: https://bit.ly/CrystalClearGlassCleanerNICK’S FAVORITE GLASS TOWEL: https://bit.ly/NicksFavoriteGlassTowelAdhesion Promoter Polish (APP): https://bit.ly/AdhesionPromoterPolishINCREDIBLE SUDS: https://bit.ly/IncredibleSudsIRON REMOVER: https://bit.ly/3GfY4iM...

10-18
42:24

Who will win DIY TUBER? Meet the contestants…. (DIY Detail Podcast 117)

Send us a textWelcome to ROUND 2 of the DIY Tuber competition. Congrats to our 4 contestants. Here are their YouTube channels, with LIVE YouTube premieres Thursday, Saturday, Monday and Tuesday evenings at 8pm ET.Will’s Ride Care (Thursday 8pm ET): https://www.youtube.com/@willsridecareSo Cleen Detailing - Eileen (Saturday 8pm ET): https://www.youtube.com/@SoCleenDetailingOQ Detailing - Oscar (Monday 8PM ET): https://www.youtube.com/@OQDetailingBenInBeta (Tuesday 8pm ET): https://www.youtube....

10-11
42:29

DILUTION RATIOS, Explained! How to Dilute Detailing Products, from spray bottles, to foamers, to FOAM CANNONS. Episode 116

Send us a textIt might sound simple, but the topic can be confusing -- especially if you're new to detailing. So this podcast is all about simplifying and demystifying the topic of DILUTION RATIOS. We recommend a 256:1 dilution for Rinseless Wash; 15:1 for All Clean (30:1 on interiors)...you might wonder what those mean. And what happens when you use the products in foam cannons? We recommend a 32:1 dilution for Incredible Suds in the foam cannon, by the way. These topics and more are covered...

10-04
23:46

7 ways to SCREW UP your ceramic coating! Podcast 115

Send us a textIn this podcast, we explore 7 ways to screw up your ceramic coating -- from improper curing time, to using toppers too soon, to various steps during prep. As always, we're here to educate -- and be educated. Please share your experiences with ceramic coating installation, and lessons learned!PRODUCTS MENTIONED: PANEL PREP: https://bit.ly/DIYPanelPrepAPP (ADHESION PROMOTER POLISH): https://bit.ly/AdhesionPromoterPolish3 YEAR GRAPHENE COATING: https://bit.ly/3yearGRAPHEN...

09-27
29:46

Is going “Above and Beyond” worth it as a detailer? LESSONS LEARNED: Podcast #114

Send us a textThis podcast is a summary (of sorts) after Nick and Yvan’s “detailing showdown” on the KIA (detailing, decontaminating and polishing using different techniques). Nick approached the competition as his old self at Hawk Pro Detailing, while Yvan used the DIY Detail methods/system. The big question: is the extra work, strain and stress worth it?Products mentioned:INCREDIBLE SUDS: https://bit.ly/IncredibleSudsDECON TOWEL: https://bit.ly/FineGradeClayTowelIRON REMOVER: https://bit.ly...

09-20
30:03

BEST PRESSURE WASHERS (and accessories) FOR EVERY BUDGET! Podcast interview: Cars With Keav

Send us a textPeople ask us all the time: what's the BEST pressure washer for auto detailing? It's a loaded, complicated question -- one that creators like Michael Keavney devote their entire channels to answer. In this podcast, we go in-depth with "Keav" on a number of subjects: pressure washers, accessories, and brands. As we mention in the podcast, Kev has provided his list of Amazon affiliate links (he does receive a commission on these, but he was kind enough to list them in the order we...

09-13
42:37

How to use our CLAY TOWEL! (And what NOT to use as a “clay lube”)| PODCAST 112

Send us a textWe've said it once, and we'll say it again: it's actually not a *clay* towel. We call it the Perforated Synthetic Decontamination Towel, and you can find it here: https://bit.ly/FineGradeClayTowelIn this podcast, we go over the products you SHOULD and SHOULDN'T use as lubrication for your decon towel. We also discuss *why* and *how* paint decontamination should happen.Here are some products you DO want to use as "clay lubes"...QUICK BEADS: https://bit.ly/QuickBeadsCERAMIC GLOSS:...

09-06
30:49

WHEELS WHEELS WHEELS! How (and why) to clean, protect and maintain wheels | PODCAST 111

Send us a textWheels might seem like a simple thing -- but there's a lot to discuss here. Should you clean tires until they completely *stop* browning? Are you using the correct brushes to clean your wheels? How about the substrate -- should you ceramic coat powder coated wheels? And just at the basic level....do you clean wheels before the rest of the vehicle? If so, why?These questions and more are discussed in this week's podcast.Here are some wheel cleaning chemicals and products: WH...

08-30
25:10

Ceramic coating LIVE Q & A! (DIY Detail Podcast EP. 110)

Send us a textJoin Yvan, Nick John and Taylor (from C6 Ceramics) as they apply a ceramic coating to a Chevy K5 Blazer. What questions do you have? Ask them live!!!Website: https://diydetail.com/Podcast:https://bit.ly/DIYDetailPodcastJoin the DIY Detail Facebook Group!: https://bit.ly/DIYDetailFacebookGroupFind DIY Detail products worldwide: https://diydetail.com/pages/distributors#autodetailing #diydetail #yvanlacroix #carwash #claytowel #detailing #detalingtip #howtodetailacar #detaili...

08-23
01:11:35

How the RIGHT All Purpose Cleaner can change your life | PODCAST 109

Send us a textDo you need a dedicated bug remover? A dedicated wheel cleaner? How about an engine cleaner? Or....is it possible that one product could do all of this -- and more? In this week's podcast, Nick and Yvan discuss the wonderful versatility of All Clean, our All Purpose Cleaner. For all exterior uses, we dilute it 15:1. For interiors, we dilute it 30:1.Find it here! https://bit.ly/AllCleanDIYDetailWebsite: https://diydetail.com/Podcast:https://bit.ly/DIYDetailPodcastJoin the DIY Det...

08-16
16:52

Inside the BAYS at Car Supplies Warehouse! DIY Detail Podcast 108

Send us a textIn this podcast, Yvan sits down with Ken from The Bays at Car Supplies Warehouse to discuss all the available amenities at The Bays. Curious to learn more? You can check out The Bays/Car Supplies Warehouse here: https://www.carsupplieswarehouse.com/pages/the-bays-at-car-supplies-warehouseDIY Detail Website: https://diydetail.com/Podcast:https://bit.ly/DIYDetailPodcastJoin the DIY Detail Facebook Group!: https://bit.ly/DIYDetailFacebookGroupFind DIY Detail products worldwide...

08-09
14:40

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