I’m a female boat detailer in Texas. I do mostly cabin and helms and do have several outside boat work as well. I watched your video to help me learn about the correct products to use . I continue to educate myself so I appreciate have a place to go to keep my business growing.
Drake, this was very informative! I have a small detail business that I would like to expand to include boats. your videos are great to watch and learn from.
You’ve inspired me into getting into the business, I work at a marine shop and I’ve learnt more from your videos than the time I’ve been there. Thank you. Wish you well
@@DrakesDetailing I’m not a detailer either but looking for good products to clean and maintain our new Boat. I’m use it in fresh water only and water marks are terrible, even if we dry it after we remove it from the water. Is there a way you can update us on the products you use. Starting to get confused after watching all your video’s. From brushes, waxes, sealants, spray on rinse off, etc.
Super informative. I love that you got into the actual application of each product, where to use it, and how to use it. Huge help for me, since I am just getting into the research step of boat cleaning!
Hey bro,😃 just want to say thanks🙏 Been 💡 thinking of starting my own boat restoration business of my own for a while now. And was so blessed to find your chan. Went down the 🐰 rabbit hole, Probably watched 10 vids this 🌅 morning! Got to get to work now! 😂 Please keep the 🎥 vids coming!!! And have a blessed day! Thanks!🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Just getting started in the detailing business. I use to work for a marina detailing boats I was left to learn on my own. I have learned so much from you Drake so thank you! Been following you for about a year and a half now. Just still not sure how to do my pricing.
Hey Man!! thanks for following, and glad I could help! 😎 As far as pricing and quoting a boat, here’s two really good videos I made a while back on how to help you with that. I have them linked into this comment. Hope this helps!! always feel free to DM me on Instagram or on here if you ever have any questions! m.th-cam.com/video/oU8yRzaBVkM/w-d-xo.html m.th-cam.com/video/0WN0CQkEljo/w-d-xo.html
I love the ever evolving industry. There's always new products, workflows and processes. I agree with you fully, person progression is key. 2 years ago I was literally a car washer. It's amazing the progress you can make when you put personal progress ahead of the curve.
Hey man, really appreciate your videos and I hope you continue to share you knowledge with us! I was wondering if at some point you could do a video explaining how you choose which type of pad to use when starting a job. The different between using a foam pad and a microfiber pad with the Jescar or with the menzerna products. Again thanks for all the helpful videos!
Thank you for the video idea! Those are really good questions! I’ll Try to get something up for you! For now, I only use the micro fiber pad when there is no oxidation on the surface and I just want to apply wax or jescar sealant! I’ll use the grey or orange lake country force foam pad with wax or jescar sealant when I need todo a light amount of cutting to work the product in if the surface has light oxidation. I personally never really use micro fiber pads for correcting, never really liked how they work on my flex. The orange and grey force pads from lake country are great for removing light oxidation, and removing swirls marks!
You should take a look at 3M trizact pax’s for cutting and polishing. 8000 grit puts down a great shine with a DA machine. No residues to remove afterward
Love your videos. Thanks for the efforts. Do you have a recommendation to clean and protect Sea Deck / Aqua Deck? They told me not to use Bleach or pressure wash. I saw your video about always pressure washing with care but thought you might have recommendations.
Watch my video on “ how to detail a ceramic coated boat “ I wash his sea deck! I just use a little dawn, with degreaser that’s about it. I haven’t to find a product that will protect it though... if you find one let me know!
My #1reason for this comment is to let you know that that acetone tip was huge for me.... If i would have seen this video just 3 hours before i did, this side hustle for a friend would have been such a breeze. Oh man Google was worth crap today as i spent 2 hours trying to find out how to get those black marks off this boat. And rust way down underneath, its on a low trailer...lol not sure how im going to get there. THANK YOU 💯💚☀️🌴 Much love from the Space Coast...... Mechanic cars run bad, housekeeper/cleaner and restorers homes are a mess...... Lol thats often a sign of an awesome worker. Thanks for this info!
Great video! I really appreciate the honesty. I have been using Ardex for 25 years. Just getting back into the swing again. I still have my Makita Rotary Polisher from 1990, just picked up a Griots G-15.I am also playing around with Adams products. Can't wait to try our some of your suggestions.
Hi, good afternoon from Bonaire. Just wanted to let you know that we like your videos on boats. Keep on doing so. Grts Gerard GDS Glibal Detailing Services
@@DrakesDetailing do you clay the boats that you are going to ceramic coat? I have a flats boat coming up that is basically new and does not need to be polished.
Nah, I never clay boats... I always recommend a light polish before coating, even if it’s brand new! Use like menzerna 2500 on a white lake country force pad. After you polish it, wash with dawn , dry it, alcohol wipe it, then coat it.
Dude, you could check out aircraft detailing. Huge market....for the record, you gave a very clear, well spoken video...very helpful...I’m not a detailed, I’m a captain. But i love cleaning anything i value. I’m a Hot Rodder, I used to own an airplane. You info was excellent..Thank you...
Yellow? That’s kinda weird... try bleaching it with comet. After you may need to take some compound to it with a rotary buffer. Keep it on the slowest setting and work it it. That should remove the chalk.
I really appreciate your videos, you make it look easy!! I get a lot of tips from you and I only maintain my own boats. You are the best in the BIZ !!!!
Can u give me a rundown on the polishes you use and have u ever tried 3m Marine polish good stuff it's a one step does amazing work but back to my question bout polishes I been a Detailer for over 25 years and I started doing boats around 2 yrs ago I love it just want to know more about the tedious things steps on how to correct certain finishes cause not every boat is the same certain polishes work better on certain colors there's just alot to know when it comes to Detailing I dig your informative videos I. Can totally understand and relate to your ways I find that your thinking is identical to mine it's good to see someone u can relate orknow what he's saying in the world of Auto and Marine Detailing
I have Tried 3m and it is pretty good! There are a lot of good compounds and polishes out there! A lot of the time it comes down to personal preference and depending on what products you are comfortable with and know how to use. A lot of products break down differently and cut differently so It comes down to knowing how to use certain products and also what you’re comfortable with. I typically stick with Ardex products and menzerna products only because I have used them for years and I know how to work them very very well. Not saying that they are the best product out there but I know how to use them and I know what to expect and the results I get are always consistent because I know how to work the products.
Suggest you somehow update your product links for Amazon Canada. Great tutorials. Learning a lot. Someone could really clean up in Muskoka area Ontario. Thanks for sharing. Take care of the people and everything else will take care of you
Thanks for all this great info. IF I may ask, I got a used boat mako 221, it has a rubber trim that looks dull. What do you suggest to use, to make it look fresh and shinny. Thanks in advance
Just added the new HF 20mm da polisher to my Porter Cable and Shurhold units. The consensus is to change the 6" backing plate to a 5" plate. Do you agree or would you stay with the 6" plate for boat detailing ? Also, do you know of any other mfgs. other then Rupes that have 5" plates compatible with the HF unit ? Great site
New boat owner as of last year I was advised to use muriatic acid diluted to get scum off bottom of boat. Your thoughts? Should I switch to Rust aid? Thanks sir! Enjoy your helpful videos thanks for your time. Dan
@@DrakesDetailing Thank you for responding! I am just doing my own boat btw, no business, but following your steps! '02 GW Marlin my 3rd year with the boat, was very chalky. Almost done wet sanding, just got my manzerna in the mail yesterday, still waiting for the ardex and jescar is on it's way too!
Silly question. When you're out on a wash, what do you use as your water source for the pressure washer? It doesn't look like to carry a huge water tank, so do you just use a water hookup at the customer's location?
Drake! What boat soap do you use for maintenance details or washing the boat? I currently use Orpine but wanted to see if you used any with SIO2? You are the man and an inspiration. Keep the great content coming!!!
Thanks for watching, Oprine is good stuff but for Si02 soap use this! drakesmarinedetailsupply.com/collections/marine-nano-shop/products/marine-nano-shop-revitalize-si02-nano-wash
How many folks you have helping you? And how long does it take you to clean a boat, small or medium sized? Baltimore has tons of marinas and this is a new Sleek business model. Love your content! 🎮
Thanks bro! It’s pretty much just myself with the occasional helper, haha. It depends on how dirty the boat is, sometimes a few hours and sometimes a few days depending on what detail “package” they choose from me
Helpful Video. Thanks you. I have a good sized boat and applying the (final) wax by hand isn't really an option. Is there a pad you would recommend for the rotary polisher? Or only apply with a dual action? Thanks again!
Hey bud, awesome videos and really appreciate your advice. Just purchased a 1999 Bluewave 16ft center console and she is really Oxidized. I picked up some 3M perfect it light polish and wax and tried using it but it really didn’t achieve good results. So I was wondering what you would recommend to use to bring her back and I also have the Griot polisher you recommended just not sure which pads to get to buff it out and then polish it. Thanks Rob
I just bought a Shurhold pro oscillating buffer. Super heavy. Also, I have a hard time finding wool polishing pads. Would you do a video on polishing pads? I’m new to the business, and used wool on my own boat: 3M cutting pad and polishing pad. Shurhold sells mainly sponge pads that are expensive and don’t work as well as my wool pads. The pads for the pro buffer are all sponge. Not sure why. What are your thoughts on which pads work best for which application?
That’s would take a lot to explain! It’s a much need video and I will make it! Give me a few weeks! Short answer is foam pads are more for polishing and waxing and wool pads are for cutting oxidation out.
Hi Drake. Have you ran into a problem where you could not wash a boat with a pressure washer or hose? What did you use to clean the boat before you started detailing and waxing? I work at a ship yard where we are not allowed to wash boats with a hose or pressure washer. Thanks! Great videos!
It was a 36ft Jeaneau powerboat. And it had a bunch of salt crystals all over. The starboard side was really oxidized compared to the port. He has had issues with right side for the last few years and it still oxidizes in about 6 months where the other side is fine. It was a lot of work.
Hey bro, I'm brand new to this world of detailing I've been watching your videos all morning. Now if I can pick your brain. Long story short using jescar didn't take oxidation off. I have a da and various pads. What's my quickest route to oxidation removal before jes ar will work. I know that's a tough one each case is specific but what would you suggest?
Hey bro! Jescar won’t take oxidation off. If you’re looking for something quick, I would try chop top compound by shine supply with a yellow pad, then follow up with a dual action polisher with wake up, polished by shine supply, then Jescar powerlock.
Drake, great video as always. I want to start detailing my own boat and your videos have been great. My hull has been painted. All your videos seem to discuss cutting, polishing, and waxing Gel Coated Hulls. Is there any difference in the process for a painted hull? Thank You and I look forward to more videos. Ken
Paint isn't much different except when it comes to sanding. Compound, Polish and Waxing are all the same. Sanding is the only thing that needs to be done differently, But 9 out of 10 you shouldn't need to sand paint.
@@DrakesDetailing Thanks for the reply. My paint has a good amount of oxidation. It's not chalky when I rub my hand on it. But when you shine a light on it at night you can clearly see the oxy. Do you think I can get by without sanding? If not how is the process different. BTW, I know I'm asking a lot of questions, but I have been purchasing all your recommended products through your links. I've spent over $1200.00 so far and I'm sure I'll be needing more. Thanks again for your help, your how to videos are extremely helpful for a first-timer like me.
Wow thanks for purchasing all those items! I appreciate it. It’s hard to tell you for sure with out looking at the boat. But if you did have to sand, use adralon 1000,2000 and 3000 then do you compound and polishing steps
Have you tried any of the new graphene products on boats yet to test their resistance to water spotting? About to coat a new boat. Wanting to pick a good product. IGL marine not available to weekend warrior.
I think the take away here is the more basic cleaning products don’t have to be super expensive. The money should be spent on quality pads, machines and compounds/polishes etc?
Hello! What product do you use for one step light cutting and finishing? do you use 2 separate products or one for an easy single application of a one step cut plus finish. Thanks drake!
Hi Drake Always enjoy watching your videos and the way you do them without wasting any time , just trait down to business. Would you please take some time and detail the chimical compositions of You mostly used products, because I live in Algeria , north africa and we don't have the brands you're using , so I would look for the equivalent using what's in every product you use, I will appreciate it , thanks bro,🤙🙂
Great videos. I've used Presta wool pads and compounds on my boat and have a problem with the compounds gumming up and almost impossible to remove after compounding with a Mikita rotary. Any suggestions what I'm doing wrong ?
@@DrakesDetailing I keep my building at 75' when detailing my boat in the winter. I'm going to try tipping the rotary like you suggest to see if that helps. Keep your videos going, I've learned some great tips.
Their could be a bunch of different variables. That’s a good temp so that’s not the problem. If it’s a pain to take off, try a damp rag or mist it with water in a spray bottle.
Drake, Great video - I live up in Canada and I cannot seem to find the Goof Off Rust Aid. Do you have any other suggestions for removing the water stains? any help would be great. Oh BTW - Menzerna 400 Compound / Polish & Jescar Sealant combo has worked amazing on our boat and vehicles!
What do you like using for DEEP rust stains? Just did a 39 contender that had really deep rust stains on the motor mounts on the transom and they just laughed at the rust remover I had. Also, how do you compound around tight areas that you cant get a machine in? TIA!
Deep rust marks usually have to be wet sanded out or compounded with a wool pad. I usually like to just hit it with 2000 grit sand paper and polish it back out. As for tight spots, use the flex pxe80 with 1 inch pads, or by hand.
Drake Great video. I am learning a lot and I thank you for that. What do you use for carpet in a boat. My work is in fresh water and most of the boats have carpet. any help you can give me will be appreciated.
It’s all different man, I don’t really have sweet prices. On smaller boats from 0 to 40 ft it would be about $20 for topside ands hull around a $10 a ft
I wrote you once before and you did reply quickly. Thanks. I own a boat and want to take good care of it. Too old to start another business! After applying Jescar, what wax, if any should I apply on my boat if I don't rip the wax off with dawn? Thanks again. Arnie
Hi Arnie! Thanks so much. Jescar is all you will need, it’s a polymer sealant. It’s way stronger than wax. No need to put a wax over a polymer sealant.
Make sure you take the time to use chemical gloves, especially with acetone. That’s nasty stuff that absorbs in your skin. The less you touch all those products the better. I know that’s not fun or practical to take those precautions but you will be glad you did later. Awesome info.
What is a good cleaner to get grease stains off the boat after I’m done like servicing the engine it’s an inboard outboard so I’m in the boat so a lot more messy than a boat with an outboard, also what’s a good way to clean the bilge of a boat
I’m a female boat detailer in Texas. I do mostly cabin and helms and do have several outside boat work as well. I watched your video to help me learn about the correct products to use . I continue to educate myself so I appreciate have a place to go to keep my business growing.
Awesome to hear! Thank you! Reach out here or DM me on Instagram anytime if you ever have any questions!
Love to see you do a video of how you think the boat owner should keep there boat clean between detailing.
Will do
Drake, this was very informative! I have a small detail business that I would like to expand to include boats. your videos are great to watch and learn from.
Thanks for watching!!
You’ve inspired me into getting into the business, I work at a marine shop and I’ve learnt more from your videos than the time I’ve been there. Thank you. Wish you well
That is awesome! Best of luck!
I second Jescar Ultra Lock plus. I use it on everything. Ultra easy install comes off effortlessly and lasts minimal 6 months
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Thank you for the info. Not a detailer but I am a boat owner that takes care of his own boat.
Awesome! Watch my lasted videos a lot of my products have changed over the year
@@DrakesDetailing I’m not a detailer either but looking for good products to clean and maintain our new Boat. I’m use it in fresh water only and water marks are terrible, even if we dry it after we remove it from the water. Is there a way you can update us on the products you use. Starting to get confused after watching all your video’s. From brushes, waxes, sealants, spray on rinse off, etc.
Super informative. I love that you got into the actual application of each product, where to use it, and how to use it. Huge help for me, since I am just getting into the research step of boat cleaning!
Glad it was helpful man!! Thanks so much!
awesome video, just used two of your links for some product. thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Thank you!!
Just watched the complete vid and made many notes. i detail on the side on boats and found a few helpful tips.
Awesome!
Hey bro,😃 just want to say thanks🙏
Been 💡 thinking of starting my own boat restoration business of my own for a while now. And was so blessed to find your chan. Went down the 🐰 rabbit hole, Probably watched 10 vids this 🌅 morning! Got to get to work now! 😂
Please keep the 🎥 vids coming!!! And have a blessed day! Thanks!🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Thank you for watching!! I appreciate the comment!
Just getting started in the detailing business. I use to work for a marina detailing boats I was left to learn on my own. I have learned so much from you Drake so thank you! Been following you for about a year and a half now. Just still not sure how to do my pricing.
Hey Man!! thanks for following, and glad I could help! 😎 As far as pricing and quoting a boat, here’s two really good videos I made a while back on how to help you with that. I have them linked into this comment. Hope this helps!! always feel free to DM me on Instagram or on here if you ever have any questions!
m.th-cam.com/video/oU8yRzaBVkM/w-d-xo.html
m.th-cam.com/video/0WN0CQkEljo/w-d-xo.html
I love the ever evolving industry. There's always new products, workflows and processes. I agree with you fully, person progression is key. 2 years ago I was literally a car washer. It's amazing the progress you can make when you put personal progress ahead of the curve.
Absolutely!! Hard work and dedication pays off!
Hey man, really appreciate your videos and I hope you continue to share you knowledge with us!
I was wondering if at some point you could do a video explaining how you choose which type of pad to use when starting a job. The different between using a foam pad and a microfiber pad with the Jescar or with the menzerna products.
Again thanks for all the helpful videos!
Thank you for the video idea! Those are really good questions! I’ll Try to get something up for you!
For now, I only use the micro fiber pad when there is no oxidation on the surface and I just want to apply wax or jescar sealant!
I’ll use the grey or orange lake country force foam pad with wax or jescar sealant when I need todo a light amount of cutting to work the product in if the surface has light oxidation.
I personally never really use micro fiber pads for correcting, never really liked how they work on my flex.
The orange and grey force pads from lake country are great for removing light oxidation, and removing swirls marks!
You should take a look at 3M trizact pax’s for cutting and polishing. 8000 grit puts down a great shine with a DA machine. No residues to remove afterward
Thanks for the tips!
Awesome video and plz keep putting out videos !
I will! Thanks
So many great, honest, real-world usage advice.
Thanks bro!! I try to keep it real, haha 😎
Give P21S polishing soap a try for cleaning metal. Game changer!
Will try, thanks for the tip!
Thanks again 👍 Drake , blessing to you n FAM enjoy your weekend
Thanks brother!
Myself In order to persevere my pressure washer. I make sure to drain the water when I'm done. And spray WD-40 OR MARVEL OIL. IN THE PUMP.
Nice! I’m not that responsible haha
YOU ROCK THE BOAT DUDE !!!
Thanks haha
no word but YOU'RE AMAZING.
Ha thanks bro! I hope this can help you! You may just have to get creative with the products
Looks like a Wooster Painters pole lol. I'm a painter but you've inspired me to be a boat detailer. Your videos are awesome! I learned alot. Thanks.
Glad I could help! Thanks for watching! 😎👍🏻🔥
Absolute gold. So glad I found your videos you da real MVP
Thanks! 🔥😎
Good videos on your channel. Good to see a fellow boat detailer who does it right! Cheers from France 🇫🇷
Wow Thanks Bro!
Thank you for all the information in your video. Keep up the good work.
Thanks!! 🔥🔥😎
Great informative video.... doing great so far
Thanks bro!
Loved your insight. Thanks for the content!
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Love your videos. Thanks for the efforts. Do you have a recommendation to clean and protect Sea Deck / Aqua Deck? They told me not to use Bleach or pressure wash. I saw your video about always pressure washing with care but thought you might have recommendations.
Watch my video on “ how to detail a ceramic coated boat “ I wash his sea deck!
I just use a little dawn, with degreaser that’s about it. I haven’t to find a product that will protect it though... if you find one let me know!
My #1reason for this comment is to let you know that that acetone tip was huge for me.... If i would have seen this video just 3 hours before i did, this side hustle for a friend would have been such a breeze. Oh man Google was worth crap today as i spent 2 hours trying to find out how to get those black marks off this boat. And rust way down underneath, its on a low trailer...lol not sure how im going to get there.
THANK YOU 💯💚☀️🌴 Much love from the Space Coast......
Mechanic cars run bad, housekeeper/cleaner and restorers homes are a mess...... Lol thats often a sign of an awesome worker.
Thanks for this info!
Glad I could help! thanks for the encouragement!
Great video! I really appreciate the honesty. I have been using Ardex for 25 years. Just getting back into the swing again. I still have my Makita Rotary Polisher from 1990, just picked up a Griots G-15.I am also playing around with Adams products. Can't wait to try our some of your suggestions.
Thanks man! I think you’ll do fine! I hear good things about Adams, I have never used them though.
thank you for sharing this information Drake ,
Enjoying the videos from St.Mary's County Maryland
Thanks for watching!!!
Hi, good afternoon from Bonaire.
Just wanted to let you know that we like your videos on boats.
Keep on doing so.
Grts
Gerard
GDS
Glibal Detailing Services
Thank you! Thanks for watching!!
Purple power Vehicle and boat wash is great also! If you haven’t tried it, give a shot
I haven’t tried it yet!
Drake's Detailing I use it as a decon soap the majority of the time
I have just mixed purple power and dawn that’s works good too
@@DrakesDetailing do you clay the boats that you are going to ceramic coat? I have a flats boat coming up that is basically new and does not need to be polished.
Nah, I never clay boats... I always recommend a light polish before coating, even if it’s brand new! Use like menzerna 2500 on a white lake country force pad.
After you polish it, wash with dawn , dry it, alcohol wipe it, then coat it.
Nice!! Thank you for your video really nice
You’re welcome!!
Amazing content fam! I learned a lot thanks
That’s awesome!! So glad I could help!!
Dude, you could check out aircraft detailing. Huge market....for the record, you gave a very clear, well spoken video...very helpful...I’m not a detailed, I’m a captain. But i love cleaning anything i value. I’m a Hot Rodder, I used to own an airplane. You info was excellent..Thank you...
So I have heard! Never had an opportunity to detail a plane yet.
I have had good luck with CAT pump on my pwash
Sweet!
Drake....we need a seat and fabric video!!! Great stuff man. Keep em coming.
I agree!! Ill get one up in the next few weeks!
Keep the videos coming. TH-cam needs proper boat detailing videos.
I agree! That’s the reason I started this channel ha
Awesome thanks from Australia. Great videos.
Thanks! 💯
Dumbest question ,jescar seems to discolor my pearl gelcoat,how do I keep the brightness of the deck and keep it protected...thank you
I could watch this all day long 😂😂😂
Hahah
great vid! really like it, full of great knowledge and no BS.
Wondering how do you take care of OXIDIZED/YELLOWED non skid on boat?
Are you wanting to know to to clean it? Or restore it?
@@DrakesDetailing it turned yellow, so I guess it's beyond regular cleaning.
Yellow? That’s kinda weird... try bleaching it with comet.
After you may need to take some compound to it with a rotary buffer.
Keep it on the slowest setting and work it it. That should remove the chalk.
@@DrakesDetailing thanks , I will give it a try, I am thinking it is caused by some grease/oil mixed with fish blood
Yea, that’s kinda strange
I really appreciate your videos, you make it look easy!! I get a lot of tips from you and I only maintain my own boats. You are the best in the BIZ !!!!
Loved the video
Thank you!
Have you ever removed dye stain from seats. I have pink stains on white seats probably from a new towel or t short?
White Dimond metal polish is awesome
Thanks for the tip!
Great info. Thank you
You’re welcome
Can u give me a rundown on the polishes you use and have u ever tried 3m Marine polish good stuff it's a one step does amazing work but back to my question bout polishes I been a Detailer for over 25 years and I started doing boats around 2 yrs ago I love it just want to know more about the tedious things steps on how to correct certain finishes cause not every boat is the same certain polishes work better on certain colors there's just alot to know when it comes to Detailing I dig your informative videos I. Can totally understand and relate to your ways I find that your thinking is identical to mine it's good to see someone u can relate orknow what he's saying in the world of Auto and Marine Detailing
I have Tried 3m and it is pretty good! There are a lot of good compounds and polishes out there! A lot of the time it comes down to personal preference and depending on what products you are comfortable with and know how to use. A lot of products break down differently and cut differently so It comes down to knowing how to use certain products and also what you’re comfortable with. I typically stick with Ardex products and menzerna products only because I have used them for years and I know how to work them very very well. Not saying that they are the best product out there but I know how to use them and I know what to expect and the results I get are always consistent because I know how to work the products.
Suggest you somehow update your product links for Amazon Canada. Great tutorials. Learning a lot. Someone could really clean up in Muskoka area Ontario. Thanks for sharing. Take care of the people and everything else will take care of you
Very thorough…props.
Thanks 😎
Thanks for all this great info. IF I may ask, I got a used boat mako 221, it has a rubber trim that looks dull. What do you suggest to use, to make it look fresh and shinny. Thanks in advance
I’ll usually use acetone on a white rag to clean it up... then you can apply a vinyl protectant like 303 or Si02 mckees 37 hydro pearl
Just added the new HF 20mm da polisher to my Porter Cable and Shurhold units. The consensus is to change the 6" backing plate to a 5" plate. Do you agree or would you stay with the 6" plate for boat detailing ? Also, do you know of any other mfgs. other then Rupes that have 5" plates compatible with the HF unit ? Great site
I believe the 15mm griots garage will compare.
5inch is fine, I run 5inch on my flex 3401 all the time
Do you use your customers water supply? Or if you don’t have a spigot to hook up to at a customer dock what do you use or would you use?
Yes, I always use the customers or marinas water supply
Very informative Thank You
Glad it was helpful!
How old do you have to be to start a boat detailing business. You are my favorite TH-camr nice vid
Thanks bro! I’d say there is no age limit as long as your parents let you ha
New boat owner as of last year I was advised to use muriatic acid diluted to get scum off bottom of boat. Your thoughts? Should I switch to Rust aid? Thanks sir! Enjoy your helpful videos thanks for your time. Dan
Love your videos, learning a lot. What actual wax do you use? Or do you just finish with the jescar?
Hi Matt! Yes, the Jescar is the “wax”. It’s a polymer sealant, so it’s a synthetic wax. It lasts 3 times as long as traditional wax.
@@DrakesDetailing Thank you for responding! I am just doing my own boat btw, no business, but following your steps! '02 GW Marlin my 3rd year with the boat, was very chalky. Almost done wet sanding, just got my manzerna in the mail yesterday, still waiting for the ardex and jescar is on it's way too!
Silly question. When you're out on a wash, what do you use as your water source for the pressure washer? It doesn't look like to carry a huge water tank, so do you just use a water hookup at the customer's location?
Do you like the Jescar over the Nautical one step for a boat that only has light scratches and needs a good protection?
the jescar won’t remove the scratches... but it will protect longer
Drake! What boat soap do you use for maintenance details or washing the boat? I currently use Orpine but wanted to see if you used any with SIO2? You are the man and an inspiration. Keep the great content coming!!!
Thanks for watching, Oprine is good stuff but for Si02 soap use this!
drakesmarinedetailsupply.com/collections/marine-nano-shop/products/marine-nano-shop-revitalize-si02-nano-wash
How many folks you have helping you? And how long does it take you to clean a boat, small or medium sized? Baltimore has tons of marinas and this is a new Sleek business model. Love your content! 🎮
Thanks bro! It’s pretty much just myself with the occasional helper, haha. It depends on how dirty the boat is, sometimes a few hours and sometimes a few days depending on what detail “package” they choose from me
Helpful Video. Thanks you.
I have a good sized boat and applying the (final) wax by hand isn't really an option.
Is there a pad you would recommend for the rotary polisher? Or only apply with a dual action?
Thanks again!
Only apply with a dual action. The rotary will leave swirl marks
Hey bud, awesome videos and really appreciate your advice. Just purchased a 1999 Bluewave 16ft center console and she is really Oxidized. I picked up some 3M perfect it light polish and wax and tried using it but it really didn’t achieve good results. So I was wondering what you would recommend to use to bring her back and I also have the Griot polisher you recommended just not sure which pads to get to buff it out and then polish it. Thanks Rob
What color is the boat?
@@DrakesDetailing It is white👍
You can follow all of the steps in my latest video! That should work perfect for you
What do you suggest to use on seat vinyl to protect?
303 works just fine 😎
Purple Power is no joke. You can/should dilute, and it’ll last even longer.
I agree! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you. Not quite sure what coating to use after I use purple power and bleach.
Hi Jackie! See my other comment
I just bought a Shurhold pro oscillating buffer. Super heavy. Also, I have a hard time finding wool polishing pads. Would you do a video on polishing pads? I’m new to the business, and used wool on my own boat: 3M cutting pad and polishing pad. Shurhold sells mainly sponge pads that are expensive and don’t work as well as my wool pads. The pads for the pro buffer are all sponge. Not sure why. What are your thoughts on which pads work best for which application?
That’s would take a lot to explain! It’s a much need video and I will make it! Give me a few weeks!
Short answer is foam pads are more for polishing and waxing and wool pads are for cutting oxidation out.
Can you make a video on the product you use on each part of the boat?
I have a few videos where I show what products I use during the job. Check those out!
Hey Drake, love your vids. Question for you......what do you use to bring back dull and faded black rub rails?
you can use acetone on a white rag to clean them up. then apply a ceramic coating, or a vinyl protectant like 303
Ive had very good results with mothers back to black
Hi Drake. Have you ran into a problem where you could not wash a boat with a pressure washer or hose? What did you use to clean the boat before you started detailing and waxing? I work at a ship yard where we are not allowed to wash boats with a hose or pressure washer. Thanks! Great videos!
That’s kinda strange... honestly I have never had that issue. What size is the boat? And how dirty is it ?
It was a 36ft Jeaneau powerboat. And it had a bunch of salt crystals all over. The starboard side was really oxidized compared to the port. He has had issues with right side for the last few years and it still oxidizes in about 6 months where the other side is fine. It was a lot of work.
Hey bro, I'm brand new to this world of detailing I've been watching your videos all morning. Now if I can pick your brain. Long story short using jescar didn't take oxidation off. I have a da and various pads. What's my quickest route to oxidation removal before jes ar will work. I know that's a tough one each case is specific but what would you suggest?
Hey bro! Jescar won’t take oxidation off. If you’re looking for something quick, I would try chop top compound by shine supply with a yellow pad, then follow up with a dual action polisher with wake up, polished by shine supply, then Jescar powerlock.
You are right about CG, it’s to many products.
Keep detailing those boats 👍🏼
Q. Any reason for not using snow foam ?
No it’s a fine product
Drake, great video as always. I want to start detailing my own boat and your videos have been great. My hull has been painted. All your videos seem to discuss cutting, polishing, and waxing Gel Coated Hulls. Is there any difference in the process for a painted hull? Thank You and I look forward to more videos. Ken
Paint isn't much different except when it comes to sanding. Compound, Polish and Waxing are all the same. Sanding is the only thing that needs to be done differently, But 9 out of 10 you shouldn't need to sand paint.
@@DrakesDetailing Thanks for the reply. My paint has a good amount of oxidation. It's not chalky when I rub my hand on it. But when you shine a light on it at night you can clearly see the oxy. Do you think I can get by without sanding? If not how is the process different. BTW, I know I'm asking a lot of questions, but I have been purchasing all your recommended products through your links. I've spent over $1200.00 so far and I'm sure I'll be needing more. Thanks again for your help, your how to videos are extremely helpful for a first-timer like me.
Wow thanks for purchasing all those items! I appreciate it.
It’s hard to tell you for sure with out looking at the boat. But if you did have to sand, use adralon 1000,2000 and 3000 then do you compound and polishing steps
Great video, really Happy I found your videos. Any thoughts on Jescar Ultra Lock Ceramic?
Also I have SeaDek flooring in our boat any recommendations on cleaning and protecting that kind of foam floor?
Hey Bro! I would just use simple green cleaner/mild degreaser with a stiff Libman scrub brush, then rinse it off with a hose afterwards.
Have you tried any of the new graphene products on boats yet to test their resistance to water spotting? About to coat a new boat. Wanting to pick a good product. IGL marine not available to weekend warrior.
igl isn’t, but another great product is getundrdog.com/product-category/ceramic-coatings/
I haven’t tried the graphene products yet
I think the take away here is the more basic cleaning products don’t have to be super expensive. The money should be spent on quality pads, machines and compounds/polishes etc?
Yes!
Hello! What product do you use for one step light cutting and finishing? do you use 2 separate products or one for an easy single application of a one step cut plus finish. Thanks drake!
Shine supply wake up! 🤘
@@DrakesDetailing Thanks so much drake! Your videos are super helpful!!
Hi Drake Always enjoy watching your videos and the way you do them without wasting any time , just trait down to business.
Would you please take some time and detail the chimical compositions of You mostly used products, because I live in Algeria , north africa and we don't have the brands you're using , so I would look for the equivalent using what's in every product you use, I will appreciate it , thanks bro,🤙🙂
Hey Drake! What do you recommend to clean a vinyl wrapped boat. I've been using baby shampoo, don't know if thats good or bad.
Great videos. I've used Presta wool pads and compounds on my boat and have a problem with the compounds gumming up and almost impossible to remove after compounding with a Mikita rotary. Any suggestions what I'm doing wrong ?
That’s strange, what presta product are you using ?
@@DrakesDetailing Presta Ultra Cutting Creme withe their black wool buffing pad.
I don’t have much experience with that compounds is he extremely cold? Like below 45 degrees? That will mess up any compound
@@DrakesDetailing I keep my building at 75' when detailing my boat in the winter. I'm going to try tipping the rotary like you suggest to see if that helps. Keep your videos going, I've learned some great tips.
Their could be a bunch of different variables. That’s a good temp so that’s not the problem.
If it’s a pain to take off, try a damp rag or mist it with water in a spray bottle.
You do ramble a bit great info I really enjoy the video's to make purple power perfect add dawn,
Thank you!
What’s a good carpet cleaner for boats?
What do you recommend for cleaning mould out of a cabin?
Diluted bleach water
Drake, Great video - I live up in Canada and I cannot seem to find the Goof Off Rust Aid. Do you have any other suggestions for removing the water stains? any help would be great. Oh BTW - Menzerna 400 Compound / Polish & Jescar Sealant combo has worked amazing on our boat and vehicles!
What do you like using for DEEP rust stains? Just did a 39 contender that had really deep rust stains on the motor mounts on the transom and they just laughed at the rust remover I had. Also, how do you compound around tight areas that you cant get a machine in? TIA!
Deep rust marks usually have to be wet sanded out or compounded with a wool pad. I usually like to just hit it with 2000 grit sand paper and polish it back out. As for tight spots, use the flex pxe80 with 1 inch pads, or by hand.
Will Dawn dish soap remove compounding and polish too or only wax?
It will remove the compound and polish residue left over
Try Aquabuff 2000 a try for compound one time
I’ve tried it before 😊
What is the best for diesel suit on the hull of a boat after a long trip
Do you think I could use menzerna marine premium protection the same way as powerlock plus?
What supplements do you take to help detox being exposed to chemicals all day? Take a look into selenium
I don’t haha
Thank you!
In Italy I have access only to 3m products for compounds. Have you ever tried these products? Which do you suggest?
It’s been years, but I have used them. They make good products and you can get great results were just about anything if you put in the effort.
Appreciate the tips
Happy to help!
Drake Great video. I am learning a lot and I thank you for that. What do you use for carpet in a boat. My work is in fresh water and most of the boats have carpet. any help you can give me will be appreciated.
Some warm water and some mildew remover should work fine
What do you charge per foot for the outside? And what do you charge for the inside?
It’s all different man, I don’t really have sweet prices.
On smaller boats from 0 to 40 ft it would be about $20 for topside ands hull around a $10 a ft
I wrote you once before and you did reply quickly. Thanks.
I own a boat and want to take good care of it. Too old to start another business!
After applying Jescar, what wax, if any should I apply on my boat if I don't rip the wax off with dawn?
Thanks again. Arnie
Hi Arnie! Thanks so much. Jescar is all you will need, it’s a polymer sealant. It’s way stronger than wax. No need to put a wax over a polymer sealant.
Make sure you take the time to use chemical gloves, especially with acetone. That’s nasty stuff that absorbs in your skin. The less you touch all those products the better. I know that’s not fun or practical to take those precautions but you will be glad you did later. Awesome info.
I agree!
What is a good cleaner to get grease stains off the boat after I’m done like servicing the engine it’s an inboard outboard so I’m in the boat so a lot more messy than a boat with an outboard, also what’s a good way to clean the bilge of a boat
Hey Blake! Purple Power, or Super Clean are both really great degreasers for that type of job!!
@@DrakesDetailing Thank you also I bought some starke simple clean and it’s awesome stuff great for removing exhaust soot off the transom