Top Ten Detailing Mistakes - /DRIVE CLEAN

After detailing thousands of cars, I've noticed some of the small mistakes that can make a big difference in your car's appearance. Often it's knowing what to avoid that is most important for protecting the condition of your car. Less can be more, when it comes to detailing.

Tell us your "favorite" mistake you see happening most often, in the comments below.

[joshbautista]

The purpose of his video is especially suited for those who take their car to car showcases and want to keep their car looking nice. This is for the people willing to take the time to spend on keeping their car looking great for a long period of time. 

[eeean]

Larry's Wife: "Larry you're never home and you don't hardly spend time with the kids"

Larry: "I know I know, and what I've decided to do is take some of this spray wax, you see, and apply it to this microfiber towel, that really takes care of your problem right there."

[javisimo]

Larry, I thank you for sharing all your expertise and passion for detailing. I am an aspiring mobile detailer and your videos are such a resource. Keep up the great work!

[hopebear]

I will remember these tips when I'm scrubbing my van with the broom I also use to sweep out the garage.

[jonhogan]

Dropping the microfiber towels on the ground outside and still continue to use them on your paint. I find that to be a common, dangerous problem.

[elisaguerrero]

It's nice to see someone giving good information just to give it without hocking any products. Great video!

[fourninesfine]

When a bird poos on my car, I always poo on top of it to show the birds that it's MINE. After a day or two, the birds get the point and I wash it off with a strong stream of urine(drink lots of beer and hold it as long as possible), this is also done to show the birds who is the dominant alpha male. I then remove the residue with a clean microfiber towel.

[BSMARSBSMARS]

Thanks for not making these /DRIVE CLEAN videos simply a sales mechanism for the products you guys use. That's pretty noble honestly.

[bekiro]

larry is the best example for
you gotto love what you do to be successful

[JustinRatcliffe]

You're amazing, man. Also love that you aren't pushing your products hard in the videos. I'm learning instead of watching an infomercial. I notice you using your products and I'm telling you now that I'm going to buy your stuff!

[lordapophis]

Man, this guy's a fucking expert! I love it.

[AMMO-NYC]

Clean the gaps with spray wax and a detailing brush... Agitate the wax until its released, then wipe with a microfiber towel.

[ROYteous]

Just bought a car with close to pristine black paint, so I've been watching videos for tips on how to care for it. This video was very helpful, and it even answered my question about car dusters. Pretty much what I thought about them.

[tomertzur]

hey larry do you sleep with microfiber pillow and blanket? 😂

[Philoreason]

I honestly admire this guy's dedication and strive for excellence on what he does

[Big_E_]

Mistake #11 - Laying the handle of your duster on the painted part of the car @ about 10:00 minute mark.

[SirSlyBird]

Awesome stuff man.Thanks for shedding light on those car dusters. Been using theme for years. After my buffing job, NEVER touching those again. My Stealth and I thank you.

[Stratos]

I did work as detailer in BMW dealership and it's good to see that I learned there usefull things :) Nr5 is very good tip since spray wax really acts as prtection/lube/cleaner but bird poo (agressive on BMW paint) was first pressure washed than some 4800 rubbing compund and ultrafine rubbing finish. I'm talking about one week poo. Separate buckets also good idea. We used separate shammys for wheels and paint and rest of the stuff was paint specific.

[Slarti]

03:30 the best thing for cleaning glass is window cleaner and newspaper.
Nothing beats newspaper for giving a streak-free finish.

[NotRealNamesAgain]

It's why I check 3-4 sources looking for a better job daily. You have a good one, bud.