Best Carwash Technique: 15 Steps + Tools

This is a detailed video describing the exact steps, tools, and products I use to do a very simple weekly wash on my families Subaru Legacy. We are not discussing, clay, compound, polish, or waxing in the video. This is what I call a "maintenance wash". Hope you enjoy!

If you’re a car fanatic like me, click the link below to be notified of my latest AMMO videos, products, podcasts, website promo’s and to take our quick Detailing Survey!

AMMO Formulas used in this video:

Recommended products and tools approved by AMMO NYC:

If this video was helpful, please give us a THUMBS UP!

Disclaimer:
Due to factors beyond the control of AMMO NYC, Larry Kosilla, and Make Rain Productions, we cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. AMMO NYC, Larry Kosilla, and Make Rain Productions assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. AMMO NYC, Larry Kosilla, and Make Rain Productions recommends safe practices when working on vehicles and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of AMMO NYC, Larry Kosilla, and Make Rain Productions, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not AMMO NYC, Larry Kosilla, nor Make Rain Productions. Video and Content are owned by Make Rain Productions © 2021

[NicholasG]

Steps:
01 - Walk around/wash tools 1:42
02 - Engine cleaning 4:20
03 - Wheel cleaning approach 5:49
04 - Cleaning Wheels 7:58
05 - Cleaning floor mats 8:49
06 - Fill buckets with water 11:28
07 - Foam gun/pre-rinse 11:42
08 - Washing the Car 11:58
09 - Drying with Hydrate 13:54
10 - Clean door jams 14:33
11 - Vacuum interior 14:57
12 - Quick interior cleaning 18:45
13 - Glass cleaning 19:23
14 - Tire dressing 22:15
15 - Engine dressing 22:54

[JM]

I'm 19, just got my first car, which is a 1998 Dodge Neon. I know it's not a really nice BMW or Charger, but it's a start. I've been getting really into caring for it, even more so because the previous owner didn't take much care of it (he sold it after he dented up the front from when it went under a trailer home). I've been trying to care for it and restore it as best as I can and your videos have been a great help. Thanks a lot!

[MrJoel]

“I know most of you only clean your engine maybe every couple of months.”
I’m currently on the -every other decade plan myself.

[MrIlldemon]

Just wanted to add my suggestions on things I've learned over time. 1, I vacuum the seats before the carpet. A lot of times things jump from the seats onto the carpet..it saves time. 2, I do the windows AFTER the tire shine. The smallest amount of wind carries that tire shine onto everything..also saves time. 3, I clean the interior first always because when cleaning/lifting dirt/dust from the inside, it can end up blowing around to the paint. It's comforting to know when I'm finished the inside I can close it up n not have to get back in.

[SprintKing]

Larry, its great to see you openly promoting your products. Some companies have been ramming pointless products down our throats for a while now & Its a breath of fresh air to see someone like yourself share his knowledge & integrity with out an agenda. Kudos to you mate.

[miketflavin]

Larry, I can't thank you enough for shooting this video. I'm currently very much amateur level when it comes to auto cleaning and detailing, although I have had a few "customers."

It seems that I have no pattern for my washes and with so many different videos, opinions, and methods, I'm even more unorganized in the way I perform my washes. This is a well made video and really helps me to understand the importance of creating a pattern or routine when washing and detailing a vehicle.

So again, thank you for this video!! Glad to see a new video that goes back to the root of your profession of washing and detailing. Have a great day!

[ricecrash]

Thank you for mentioning the seat position. I have even had details done where they have changed the steering wheel, mirrors, seat and radio stations. It's the small things customers remember.

[Peter]

Funny, when I take a shower I only use one body wash, but for my cars I use twenty different products.

[giantenemycrabX]

thanks so much for your videos. you've single handedly gotten me into car detailing.

[CJ-nurk]

I just bought my dream car and have spent so many hours learning about car maintenance, care, modification etc. Your videos have been so extremely helpful to me, I can't thank you enough. It's a really great feeling knowing that I have the knowledge to keep my car looking fantastic for years to come. I also really admire your passion for what you do, you clearly take pride in what you do and I have not found anyone that goes anywhere close to the detail you provide. Thank you so much for all the time you spend making great videos to inform others!

[petethompson]

"your car is not as dirty as this" *Shows me a car that looks like mine after i cleaned it*

[michaelmcfarlane]

Finally found a vaccum with a "low" setting for those days when full power removes too much dirt.

[SoulCharter]

This is really awesome. I started watching these videos a year ago when I bought my dream car. I started studying care taking for my car and I have almost the exact same process when I clean mine. With all the videos that Larry has made, I have been able to educate myself enough to maintain my car. Thank you Larry. Your videos are really nice. I appreciate them alot.

[JB-spoke]

the level of ocd is comforting. Its almost as if you are speaking for me. Love your videos they are HIGHLY informative

[frankculbertson]

LARRY, What can I say that you don't already know: Your videos are top-notch. I just discovered your car-cleaning videos and am mightily impressed with your style of communicating and the methodical way you approach a dirty car. I'll be following your advice from now on and telling my friends to look you up too.

[danielruhr]

Absolutely love how finicky and fussy he is with cleaning, can entirely relate and I'm entertained the whole while. I've been watching car cleaning videos for the past 4 hours and I keep finding my way back to AMMO, Love it.

[neilagrasto]

Larry is such a great, standup guy making all these videos. Thank you Larry! I love the professionalism and attention to detail.

[divefraggle]

Legend has it, he's still washing this car.

[dcard]

I wonder what this dude's shower routine is like....

[cutlasssupreme]

I love old videos... Compared to the 2023 & 2024... Its so wholesome and authentic.... Seeing his foam gun compared to foam guns now is crazy....