
What I'd Do Differently If I Started Detailing Today
About this episode
If I had to start over from zero in the detailing world, here's exactly what I'd do differently. From pricing mistakes and chasing the wrong clients, to waiting too long to get into a shop — I'm breaking it all down in this episode.
Whether you're just getting started in detailing or you've been at it a few years and feel stuck, this video will help you avoid some of the biggest mistakes I made early on.
Shop the products I personally use — available on Amazon or on my website:
On My Website:
The Super Soaper – Touchless Wash Soap
https://jimbosdetailing.com/products/the-super-soaper
Complete Cabin Cleaner – Interior Detailer
https://jimbosdetailing.com/products/complete-cabin-cleaner
Tough As Shell – Ceramic Spray Coating
https://jimbosdetailing.com/products/hard-as-shell-ceramic-spray
All Dressed Up – Tire & Trim Dressing
https://jimbosdetailing.com/products/all-dressed-up
Pure Magic Cleaner – Acid-Based Wheel Cleaner
https://jimbosdetailing.com/products/pure-magic-cleaner
Picture Perfect Polish – One Step Compound & Polish
https://jimbosdetailing.com/products/picture-perfect-polish
Everyday Microfiber Towels
https://jimbosdetailing.com/products/everyday-microfiber
Massive Drying Towel
https://jimbosdetailing.com/products/massive-drying-towel
Orange Wash Microfiber Towel
https://jimbosdetailing.com/products/orange-wash-microfiber
Scrub Buddy Pad (3-Pack)
https://jimbosdetailing.com/products/scrub-buddy-pad-3-pack
All Blacked Out Applicators (4-Pack)
https://jimbosdetailing.com/products/all-blacked-out-applicators
The Everything Bundle – One of Each Product
https://jimbosdetailing.com/products/the-everything-bundle
Also available on Amazon:
The Super Soaper – Touchless Car Wash Soap Concentrate (16 fl oz)
https://www.amazon.com/Jimbos-SUPER-SOAPER-Touchless-Concentrate/dp/B0D8TYW87Y
Tough As Shell – Ceramic Spray Coating (16 oz)
https://www.amazon.com/JIMBOS-TOUGH-SHELL-CERAMIC-COATING/dp/B0D1SYXWTK
Pure Magic Cleaner – Hard Water Spot Remover (16 oz)
https://www.amazon.com/Jimbos-PURE-MAGIC-CLEANER-Professional/dp/B0D1T7GS7W
Complete Cabin Cleaner – Interior Detailer Spray (16 oz)
https://www.amazon.com/Jimbos-COMPLETE-Upholstery-All-Purpose-Detailing/dp/B0DQXFB6F7
All Dressed Up – Tire, Trim & Plastic Dressing (16 oz)
https://www.amazon.com/JIMBOS-ALL-DRESSED-Adjustable-Protection/dp/B0D2BPLJZG
Want more resources or to connect?
Visit my site: https://jimbosdetailing.com
Email: [email protected]
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