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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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The Rag Company Podcast is all about car care culture through auto detailing, community-building and an unusual look behind the scenes of one of the world’s largest suppliers of premium detailing products. While companies and business-oriented programs often come across as stuffy, self-important and unrelatable, The Rag Company Podcast trio of Dane Hennen, Levi Gates & Anthony Fisher seek to buck that trend with their irreverent humor, lively community and a unifying goal of never taking one ...
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It's time for Q&A Thursday! In this week's episode, the crew tackle soap foaming versus rinseless car washing, a new episode of The Rag Company Podcast with Dylan von Kleist and a whole lot more. Whether you're looking for the right products to remove brake dust from your wheels or trying to figure out what car wash technique will save you enough t…
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Today we want to know: What are your biggest car cleaning pet peeves? Things like power cords not being long enough, neighbors yelling "Mine next!" or clients who just want to haggle until you're basically paying them for the privilege of washing their car. Who knows, we might be able to work out some solutions for the next time you face one of the…
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We recently sat down with our favorite Scotsman & former President of the International Detailing Association Alan Medcraf, (Better known online as AM Details) to talk about his new job with Appearance Technology Group, (New home of 3D Car Care, P&S Detail Products & more) as well as his origins, detailing his way up from a shed in Scotland to his …
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Meet your DIY TUBER contestants! If you’re not familiar with this program, be sure to check out this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBtHFxrWFHg&feature=youtu.be&themeRefresh=1 We’re super excited to introduce you to the first 4 contestants (but stay tuned, because there will be three rounds. This means that, if you’re WANTING to be a DIY Tu…
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This podcast is all about choosing the right ceramic coating for YOU. What’s the best coating for a new vehicle? A classic car? A boat? A kid hauler? What’s the best ceramic coating for chemical resistance? Best for a budget? Best for hydrophobic? Just the…best coating money can buy? Nick and Yvan discuss the ins and outs of our ENTIRE ceramic coat…
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It's time for Q&A Thursday! No Dane in this week's episode, but Levi and Anthony answer all your detailing questions—including whether you can scratch your paint by pressure washing!Whether you're looking for the right products to remove brake dust from your wheels or trying to figure out what car wash technique will save you enough time to add mor…
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In this episode of the DIY Detail Podcast, Nick and Yvan go over the "Do's & Don'ts" of Detailing. 7 things you absolutely should NOT do when cleaning a car -- and then 7 things you should do. It's a don't-miss episode loaded with so many gems. What are your do's and don'ts? Here are some products mentioned: WATERLESS WASH: https://bit.ly/Waterless…
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WELCOME to the NEW version of The Rag Company Podcast's Main Show! We recently sat down with longtime friend, detailing expert and storyteller extraordinaire Dylan von Kleist to revisit some of his lessons learned detailing during the early days of internet forums, swap meets and discovering detail products you couldn't just buy at the auto parts s…
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It's hard to believe it, but Friday June 14 marks 2 years as a company -- and it's also our 100th podcast episode! We can't tell you what, exactly, we'll be announcing...but we can tell you it will be VERY time sensitive. As in, during the podcast is when you'll want to know this information and act on it. That's all for now! As always, you can fin…
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We recently sat down with longtime friend, detailing expert and storyteller extraordinaire Dylan von Kleist to revisit some of his lessons learned detailing during the early days of internet forums, swap meets and discovering detail products you couldn't just buy at the auto parts store. ⁠Dylan von Kleist⁠ has explored the depths of detailing and t…
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We recently sat down with longtime friend, detailing expert and storyteller extraordinaire Dylan von Kleist to revisit some of his lessons learned detailing during the early days of internet forums, swap meets and discovering detail products you couldn't just buy at the auto parts store. Dylan von Kleist has explored the depths of detailing and the…
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Some detailing terms just don't make sense. Or, they *kind of* make sense -- but are simply around because they were originally named that. Even if now, those terms aren't really accurate. In this podcast, we go over a number of terms and products in the industry -- did we miss any? If so, mention them in the comments. PRODUCTS MENTIONED: ALL CLEAN…
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It's time for Q&A Thursday! In this week's episode, Dane & Levi are joined by Idaho-local professional detailer Sydni Gwinn and her pro detailing daughter Delaney Gwinn to help answer all kinds of questions about detail products, auto detailing techniques, work-life-balance advice and a whole lot more. Whether you're looking for the right products …
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We get the occasional comment that Nick and Yvan have a Jesse/Walter White dynamic from the TV show Breaking Bad. So in this episode, we had fun with it -- breaking down all of the bad habits Nick might have, or that other detailers have, for Yvan to correct/improve. This is all about helping people to be better detailers and have fun while working…
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How to save money when detailing: this podcast is full of tips that will save you cash and make detailing more enjoyable! How to use less Iron Remover (as mentioned in the podcast): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0ekW2qzw3I DECON TOWEL: https://bit.ly/FineGradeClayTowel GOLD STANDARD POLISH: https://bit.ly/GoldStandardPolish GOLD STANDARD WAFFLE …
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It's time for Q&A Thursday! In this week's episode, Dane is joined by host of The Cleaner Cast Jamie Pardee, (aka Jamie The Cleaner) to talk about easy-to-apply paint coatings, the many different use cases for rinseless wash products and to figure out if anyone actually enjoys detailing wheels. Whether you're looking for the right products to remov…
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It's time for Q&A Thursday! In this week's episode, the crew tackle Rinseless Wash product haters, the shelf-life of ceramic coatings, how to wash rusty cars and a whole lot more. Whether you're looking for the right products to remove brake dust from your wheels or trying to figure out what car wash technique will save you enough time to add more …
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In this episode of the DIY Detail Podcast, we link up with Eddie Colon with EC Details to chat truth/lies in the detailing industry. What advice does he have for detailers -- or enthusiasts -- just starting out! What to buy, what to avoid....and what he thinks of the industry in 2024. What are your thoughts? Find DIY Detail products here: https://d…
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It's time for Q&A Thursday! In this week's episode, the crew tackle questions like "Are lifetime ceramic coatings just a marketing scam?" and "Why bother using pH neutral car wash soaps when stronger soaps like KCX Active Foam & Super Foam exist?" plus many, many more. Whether you're looking for the right products to remove brake dust from your whe…
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It's time for Q&A Thursday, where Dane, Anthony & Levi are in the studio to help answer all of your car detailing and cleaning questions! Whether you're looking for the right products to remove brake dust from your wheels or trying to figure out what car wash technique will save you enough time to add more customers to your lineup each day, from En…
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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!!! DIY Detail: https://diydetail.com/ Podcast:https://bit.ly/DIYDetailPodcast Join the DIY Deta…
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"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?? Website: https://diydetail.com/ Podcast:https…
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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/ Podcast:https://bit.ly/DIYDetailPodc…
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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…
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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 s…
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It's time for Q&A Thursday, where Dane, Anthony & Levi are in the studio to help answer all of your car detailing and cleaning questions! Whether you're looking for the right products to remove brake dust from your wheels or trying to figure out what car wash technique will save you enough time to add more customers to your lineup each day, we've g…
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Hey folks, it's TRC Podcast day! 👉 Pop into the live chat to hang out as the crew talk about their weekends, detailing & more! THIS WEEK: Dane, Levi & Anthony are back in the studio to recapture the magic of last week's TRCMA 2024 auto detailing trade show! 🔥 What happened to YOU last week/weekend? Tell us in the comments below! VIDEO VERSION AVAIL…
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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) Underca…
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Can -- or should -- you wash the Cybertruck with Barkeeper's Friend? Can a Cybertruck be coated? What happens when you take one through the car wash? Should you polish a Cybertruck? These questions, and more, get tackled in this week's episode of the DIY Detail Podcast. What questions do you have for us? We try to respond to every comment, so ask a…
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It's time for Q&A Thursday, where Dane, Anthony & Levi are in the studio to help answer all of your car detailing and cleaning questions! Whether you're looking for the right products to remove brake dust from your wheels or trying to figure out what car wash technique will save you enough time to add more customers to your lineup each day, we've g…
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Hey folks, it's TRC Podcast day! 👉 Pop into the live chat to hang out as the crew talk about their weekends, detailing & more!🔥 What happened to YOU last week/weekend? Tell us in the comments below!VIDEO VERSION AVAILABLE HERE: The Rag Company Podcast YouTube Channel► RATE & REVIEW the podcast & we'll read it LIVE on the next show! Apple Podcasts…
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Many of you are hearing about C6 CERAMICS, and you're here to learn more! If you didn't catch the live stream, you can find it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmAHPh29D2o As for videos we reference in the podcast? Check them out below: How to clean, decontaminate and RESTORE your ceramic coating: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V66FkbKZzv4 Ce…
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It's time for Q&A Thursday, where Dane, Anthony & Levi are in the studio to help answer all of your car detailing and cleaning questions! Whether you're looking for the right products to remove brake dust from your wheels or trying to figure out what car wash technique will save you enough time to add more customers to your lineup each day, we've g…
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It's time for Q&A Thursday, where Dane, Anthony & Levi are in the studio to help answer all of your detailing questions!Whether you're looking for the right products to remove brake dust from your wheels or trying to figure out what car wash technique will save you enough time to add more customers to your lineup each day, we've got you covered! Q&…
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Hey folks, it's TRC Podcast day! 👉 Pop into the live chat to hang out as the crew talk about their weekends, detailing & more! THIS WEEK: Dane makes a deal in New Mexico, Levi hits up the Boise Roadster Show and Anthony screws some wood to his walls!🔥 What happened to YOU last week/weekend? Tell us in the comments below! VIDEO VERSION AVAILABLE HER…
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For this week's podcast, we invite detailing legend Jason Killmer on to talk basic & high-level polishing, advice for sanding paint, and much more! Killmer is an award-winning detailer, from Ridler to Pebble Beach, known as "The Sandman" for his skill at sanding and polishing paint. Find Jason Killmer here! https://www.instagram.com/jasonkillmer/?h…
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It's time for Q&A Thursday, where Dane, Anthony & Levi are in the studio to help answer all of your detailing questions! Better still, the guys will be performing a detail on this Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT while they do it! Whether you're looking for the right products to remove brake dust from your wheels or trying to figure out what car wash techni…
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Hey folks, it's TRC Podcast day! 👉 Pop into the live chat to hang out as the crew talk about their weekends, detailing & more! THIS WEEK: Dane sells the Jag, Levi does arts & crafts and Anthony gets organized! 🔥 What happened to YOU last week/weekend? Tell us in the comments below! VIDEO VERSION AVAILABLE HERE: The Rag Company Podcast YouTube Chann…
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"Disaster Details" have, no doubt, helped elevate awareness of detailing online. From TikTok to YouTube, videos of satisfying transformations have garnered millions of views -- and they've inspired people to detail their own rides as well. The question is, are the techniques in these videos sound? Far from criticizing those who actually clean nasty…
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It's time for Q&A Thursday, where Dane, Anthony & Levi are in the studio to help answer all of your detailing questions!Whether you're looking for the right products to remove brake dust from your wheels or trying to figure out what car wash technique will save you enough time to add more customers to your lineup each day, we've got you covered! Q&…
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Hey folks, it's TRC Podcast day! 👉 Pop into the live chat to hang out as the crew talk about their weekends, detailing & more!THIS WEEK: Dane lists the Jag for sale, Levi celebrates a milestone and Anthony's garage gets a new lift!🔥 What happened to YOU last week/weekend? Tell us in the comments below!VIDEO VERSION AVAILABLE HERE: The Rag Company P…
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If you’re a beginner detailer, which polisher should you buy first…a dual action machine or a rotary? Or, an even better question: is the rotary polisher even relevant any more? If so, who should use it — and when? If any of these questions resonate with you, then you’ll want to give this podcast a listen. You might also want to watch this video, w…
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It's time for Q&A Thursday! Anthony and Dane are here to answer all your detailing questions!Whether you're looking for the right products to remove brake dust from your wheels or trying to figure out what car wash technique will save you enough time to add more customers to your lineup each day, we've got you covered! Q&A Thursday is the livestrea…
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Hey folks, it's TRC Podcast day! 👉 Pop into the live chat to hang out as the crew talk about their weekends, detailing & more!THIS WEEK: Levi shares his experience teaching the local chapter of the Porsche Club while Dane & Anthony recap their adventures in Florida!🔥 What happened to YOU last week/weekend? Tell us in the comments below!VIDEO VERSIO…
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It's time for Q&A Thursday! Joining Levi in the studio today is Lucas from Customer Service aka Lucas Blaine, CD-SV! Whether you're looking for the right products to remove brake dust from your wheels or trying to figure out what car wash technique will save you enough time to add more customers to your lineup each day, we've got you covered! Q&A T…
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We love detailing, but sometimes....you just want to get the job done. So in this podcast, we go through 5 (maybe a bonus tip, too) methods to make your car washing go faster. Efficiency is a beautiful thing -- what are your tips for keeping the wash to a reasonable amount of time? Products discussed are below! ALL CLEAN: https://bit.ly/AllCleanDIY…
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There are certain ways people seem to detail -- whether they're washing, polishing or even applying ceramic coatings to cars -- that we believe YOU would be best to avoid. This podcast is all about what those methods are, and why we believe you shouldn't do them. This podcast is all about saving you time AND wear & tear on your body. Do you agree o…
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It's time for Q&A Thursday! Whether you're looking for the right products to remove brake dust from your wheels or trying to figure out what car wash technique will save you enough time to add more customers to your lineup each day, we've got you covered! Q&A Thursday is the livestream detailing talk show where chatters and viewers from around the …
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Hey folks, it's TRC Podcast day! Pop into the live chat to hang out as the crew talk about their weekends, detailing & more! THIS WEEK: Dane, Levi & Anthony share their weekend tales! What happened to YOU last week/weekend? Tell us in the comments below! VIDEO VERSION AVAILABLE HERE: The Rag Company Podcast YouTube Channel ► RATE & REVIEW the podca…
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This is THE podcast to listen to if you want to know how to properly install a ceramic coating. Look no further! We address the importance of preparation, the proper techniques (and the why's behind them), how much coating to use (and how to know when enough has been applied), and so much more. If you've never applied a ceramic coating, or you're l…
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