Nice setup man. Been doing great since I quit my job. I had an offer to detail fulltime at a dealership for 15 hr so 480$ a week after taxes for 40 hrs. I declined. I made that in about 10 hours. 500$ for two jobs. One day I made 500$ cash. Owning your own business is where it’s at. Tired of working for pennies
@@epicautomotivedetailing I’ve had the tough times too mate. It was a monster lifted “mudder” truck (where I’m from in california they build monster trucks and drive them through the mud) and dude wanted and exterior and interior detail done within 5 hours I hired a guy and we worked 5 hours straight. In person dude was happy and paid then I get a text a day or two after saying he’s not happy w the job said it was “filthy” even tho we hit up everything. Extracted seats, floor mats , carpets dressed panels and cleaned them w brushes , apc and steamer first and also hit up every little detail, interior and exterior and polished the truck. he had never cleaned this mudder truck for 23 years of caked on mud and I don’t he expected a show truck at the end and it just couldn’t be done in his demanded time frame as well. win some lose some I offered to come back for any spots I missed and he never texted me back lmfao
@@startingtech3900 sometimes people ask so much for so little. I been there many times. Just looking forward to getting back out filming after lockdown
Real talk mate. I reach a point in my life been working n working I want to go in mobile car wash doing stuff for myself once in life . I am tired of working for ppl very stressing. to start mobilize car wash any advice u would give me. wat equipment I should get.
Thank you so much. My videos are very mixed. I do need a sort out. I got business videos, tips tricks and disaster details. Im a random one lol. Thank you for taking the time to watch. I do lots of things on instagram and share products that i use on valets so please take a look whenever :)
Honestly this is the first down-to-earth video I´ve seen, for some others it´s almost as you should be hauling your equipment around with a Rolls Royce
Nice one, good humour and knowledge. love the rusty racks, very practical, if I ever won the lottery I would buy you a tin of paint 😁😁 Good luck mate and keep looking after yourself and your family
Thank you Dave. Yeh I try to mix things up a bit so I do the odd crazy video, sensible video etc... It's a tough crowd. Thanks so much for taking the time to watch 😊
To be honest most decent valeters use either their own cars or an old van. Your be surprised the amount of amateurs who have the flashy van but not got a clue with the DNA of the business
Hi Dave, awesome video mate,I think the van is ideal for what you need to hold the valeting gear,Ive seen people use cars a van, everything has its place which is good.
Sound videos. Great channel. I think the Connect would be a much more reliable motor if it weren't an ex-works van you were using. They tend to get battered, don't get checked properly and a lot of big companys have a bare minimum cheapest option approach to fleet maintenance!
have you ever thought of getting a detailing / valet seat they are fantastic for sitting down and doing tyres and wheels ans polishing got mine from autobrite direct
thank you for helping us out on your u tube channel busy today in the garage with my car cleaning getting orginised bought some great plastic draws from fhil plastics for my microfibres draws lock so nothing comes out good for vans thanks bud
Hi! Been watching a lot of your videos for the past couple days as I am very interested in making a valeting business here in Denmark! Recently bought a Tesla and realized I quite like going in depth on the whole cleaning/preppin process. Have you made any videos that goes into detail about having a water tank in your van and how that functions? I can't seem to find anything that shows it properly xD Awesome videos! Keep it up :D
Thank you Steve. Yeh I'm an odd one 😂 I try not to be too serious. We got enough of that on TH-cam. But I don't want to look stupid if that makes sense 😅
Nice to have stuff coming out of the real world not like the Hollywood stuff you get on TH-cam. But the pressure washer You use a nerd at the technical department at karcher reckons they should not be run off a generator ?
Dave you legend. I have had loads of people, OK only 10. And the wife agrees. Bullshit alert! So, so funny, love your humour. Great insight into your van. Love it, great entertainment with great tips. Here's a tip, advertising on vans works. Great promotion of your brand. Put your Epic Car Show logo on it. Granted it might cost more than the van is worth. Not heard of Bear Car Care before, will check them out. Thanks for that. It is a crime your subscriber numbers is not 100K. You deserve it. Can't wait for the next video. Not sponsored, unlike that Canadian guy, Pan The Sponsored Channel. A TH-camr who cleans cars. You are a Real Pro Detailer who uses TH-cam.
Thank you so much. Tell me about 100k pah! By the time I'm done with this channel I'll be on 1 million 😁. Just got to keep working hard. I have had van stickers by I don't really take on new clients now and the van is on its last legs so when I get the new van I'll plaster it with epic car show logos. Definitely need your help and support. If you can share any of these videos I would be eternally grateful
The Epic Car Show - Entertaining Detailing I’m using a clio at the moment, not ideal... but it’s all experience and getting more confident to make the leap into making this into a career
I just chose to smash the metal racking as it was getting tired so used pallet wood to make something to fit my needs and in fact this new way worked out better for me thankfully
Hi Dave, cheers for the solid advice! Listen I heard you say that you use alot of TFR...now the first time I mentioned that I use TFR, I got a massive OMG moment for some detailers. I use Autoglym TFR but I dilute it down quite alot. Is it truly harmful to plastics etc? Cheers again for a down to earth video which cuts out all the BS!
Tfr can be harmful but we're talking over decades. Detailing forums are becoming poison by no it all detailers. I don't use snow foam at moment because I don't need to. Most clients keep a car a for few years and that's it. Got a video out today around half 6 which should be an eye opener. Tfr is very quick and effective at targeting areas with more control so I'll always use it. Thank you for watching 😊
Do you have a pump from your water tank to push water through to the pressure washer. Starting up with valeting and been watching a lot of your videos which have been super helpful. I've got an 85PSI pressure washer. Also is your tank 200ltr or 400ltr? Any advice welcome
It's worth it if you have the passion. You need to have something more than the average person. You need to be made of stern stuff but if you get it right you will make it big
Lmao very good but 1 point I have to pull you up on. Peugeots dont need carpet dye they just need to pop over the shitroen store and steal there carpets. Keep it up and stay safe
Looks like that could be a 200ltr tank you have. My first thought was an old bt van with the racking, but clearly works for you and your able to carry everything you need which is the most important thing. Im sure a fresh coat spray paint will tidy it up no problem Looks like space extra space you could use to remove stuff from the front of the van buteverybody is different of how they use and set a van up. I also use the connect van. I Carry a 500ltr buffle tank, gazebo, 5ltr bottles alkng with spares just incase anything brakes while out on the job. I bet we all will pretty much carry the same in a way.
Nice one. It's always good to see what everyone else has. To be honest it's on its last legs that's why I left it. In a perfect world I would have a new van with epic car show on the side and just focus on that. Just a dream but hopefully it will come true. This vans been so loyal
Hi Tony no I don't carry generator. I don't need to. My target audience is aimed at VIP clientele. Only ever had 1 time in my life where I needed a generator and didn't do it. I'm doing more videos soon explaining the business and the DNA of it all
No I don't from my experience although it rains a lot in UK it's very rare that it's so heavy for long periods. It's always scattered so I'd say I get cancelled off just few times a year
it was my favourite van the right hieght i think its better to have somthing pratical and not fancy pants you are a valeter and if you need to experiment you have a project there
In the UK a valet is something in-between a basic car wash and a full detail. Detailing here in UK is paint correction, machine polishing etc. So the way I look at it is that i offer luxury car wash using top products but try not to get involved in machine polishing unless I have to. If that makes sense?
Hey Dave. I'm planning on buying a steam cleaner. I thought of buying karcher SC3 but after I saw this video th-cam.com/video/9bRYfEwf5O0/w-d-xo.html I'm hesitant. He's pointing steam directly at his hand and it's not burning him(it's at 4:48). Is that just a faulty unit or is that the hottest it can be? Does your SC4 generate higher temperature than that or is it similar?
The sc4 is very hot it will burn . I have had many burns from the sc4 it is that hit. I still have scars from burning my leg. The sc4 is built to last longer. You can buy refurbished ones for dirt cheap. (Not all refurbs are previously faulty) I got mine which was returned stock for half price
I wonder if you really just don't want another van that's newer + looks nicer and professional? After 5 years I think you should be able to afford another van right? I think you work to cheap, don't do that mate, you're doing too much work for the money.
Nice setup man. Been doing great since I quit my job. I had an offer to detail fulltime at a dealership for 15 hr so 480$ a week after taxes for 40 hrs. I declined. I made that in about 10 hours. 500$ for two jobs. One day I made 500$ cash. Owning your own business is where it’s at. Tired of working for pennies
Nice one yeah you cant beat it mate. You do get tough times too though
@@epicautomotivedetailing I’ve had the tough times too mate. It was a monster lifted “mudder” truck (where I’m from in california they build monster trucks and drive them through the mud) and dude wanted and exterior and interior detail done within 5 hours I hired a guy and we worked 5 hours straight. In person dude was happy and paid then I get a text a day or two after saying he’s not happy w the job said it was “filthy” even tho we hit up everything. Extracted seats, floor mats , carpets dressed panels and cleaned them w brushes , apc and steamer first and also hit up every little detail, interior and exterior and polished the truck. he had never cleaned this mudder truck for 23 years of caked on mud and I don’t he expected a show truck at the end and it just couldn’t be done in his demanded time frame as well. win some lose some I offered to come back for any spots I missed and he never texted me back lmfao
@@startingtech3900 sometimes people ask so much for so little. I been there many times. Just looking forward to getting back out filming after lockdown
@@epicautomotivedetailing me too mate. Your content it absolutely fire. Keep at it. I know your sub count will blow Up soon. Mad respect 🙏
Real talk mate. I reach a point in my life been working n working I want to go in mobile car wash doing stuff for myself once in life . I am tired of working for ppl very stressing. to start mobilize car wash any advice u would give me. wat equipment I should get.
love the personality you bring to your videos
Thank you
The Van does the job Dave, don’t knock what works for you, love the honesty of your videos 👌👌👌
Cheers mate it's going to get very good very soon. Finally doing a deal to make this into a show!
flippin heck how do you do this? You make funny content and its full of knowledge. How come you don't have a million subs?
Thank you very much. Just got to keep going 🙏
For someone just getting into the business this is a real eye opener. Great videos, cheers.
Thank you so much. My videos are very mixed. I do need a sort out. I got business videos, tips tricks and disaster details. Im a random one lol. Thank you for taking the time to watch. I do lots of things on instagram and share products that i use on valets so please take a look whenever :)
Dave, I love your real world honesty and humour.
Great vid mate
Cheers Simon. Definitely honest . Thanks for watching
Enjoy each of your videos. Humour has me in stitches. Prepping up my full valet for this evening once the sun get lower in the sky!
Thank you so much mate. I'm going to work soon once that sun goes down. Nicer working in the evenings. Really appreciate the fact you watch
We have a very special episode coming soon. Stay tuned for the Poundland special.
Honestly this is the first down-to-earth video I´ve seen, for some others it´s almost as you should be hauling your equipment around with a Rolls Royce
My lovely van lol. I still have it
i have plans to start my mobile car cleaning service next year. love your video's and im glad you want to share your experience with us. :)
Thanks so much. I need to make a newer video on this now
Nice one, good humour and knowledge. love the rusty racks, very practical, if I ever won the lottery I would buy you a tin of paint 😁😁
Good luck mate and keep looking after yourself and your family
Thank you Philip. They did once look nice. If you ever won the lottery I'd hope you could buy a new van perhaps 😉
You Sir, are brilliant! A natural with the camera - Keep it up Dave!
Thank you very much. Already on the next video right now 😁
Just starting out of a hatchback mazda 3 lol, cant wait to upgrade.
I had a Mazda 3 👌
Loool your one liners, jokes, love detailing videos but your humour is brilliant. Great content, keep it up man 👍🏾
Thank you very much 🙏😃
Sign of a busy fella when you don’t have branding on the van. Regards Colin.
Thank God someone finally understands. I don't need stickers. I work 24/7 just something you don't need
Loving your work Dave. Excellent informative video 👍
That's good glad you liked it. I offered so many top tips in this one 😅
Really enjoyed the video..really honest, professional but entertaining too. Great van & set up..ideal. Perfect. 👍👌
Thank you Dave. Yeh I try to mix things up a bit so I do the odd crazy video, sensible video etc... It's a tough crowd. Thanks so much for taking the time to watch 😊
Love these videos, keep em coming you are so unique and every video is totally different so we are always surprised 🙂
Thank you for your support
Awesome. I always thought the blokes that detailed super cars turned up in a minter.
To be honest most decent valeters use either their own cars or an old van. Your be surprised the amount of amateurs who have the flashy van but not got a clue with the DNA of the business
Great video as per. Deceptively spacious those LWB hitop Connect vans. I used an ex Wales Police Dogunit one for 6 months when i was a doghandler.
Yeh there's plenty of room in them it's the perfect size. Thanks for watching lofty!
Never thought of rolling the microfibres. I’ll give that a try👍
it doesnt always end up looking that organised. you get the odd day where you just chuck it in lol
Awesome setup!! I love my ford transit as well😎👍🏼 subscribed
Awesome! Thank you my friend!
Muy buen video,para quien quiere hacer un mobil detailing.Very good job👏👏👏💪💪
Thank you 🙏😁
Hi Dave, awesome video mate,I think the van is ideal for what you need to hold the valeting gear,Ive seen people use cars a van, everything has its place which is good.
Thank you Steven.
You're a funny guy. Wee gem of a channel!
Thank you Alan
Awesome video!
Thanks mate. My poor van is in a state now lol
You are cracking me up.
Thank you mate
you r a first class boss man
Lol thank you 😁. I Try not to take it too seriously my friend
i do valeting as well. based in london, do you know any company thats fits water tanks in vans?
Keep it up bro im a big fan
Thanks mate appreciate it
Absolutely brilliant
Thank you Stephen 😊
Love those Yum Cars products. Buying some of there kit products. Thanks
Yum sale ends tonight. Biggest sale they ever done
Great video, van set up looks ideal.
Thank you very much. Yes it's pretty perfect in its own ugly way
Sound videos. Great channel.
I think the Connect would be a much more reliable motor if it weren't an ex-works van you were using. They tend to get battered, don't get checked properly and a lot of big companys have a bare minimum cheapest option approach to fleet maintenance!
This one was very good till it met me 😂. It does very well to be fair I'm well happy with it
Can't wait for this one!
Thanks 😊
Dude your a detail ninja
Was can't move like one anymore 😃. Thanks for watching got a brilliant one coming out on Friday 🔥
have you ever thought of getting a detailing / valet seat they are fantastic for sitting down and doing tyres and wheels ans polishing got mine from autobrite direct
Not really because I'm never still long enough. I'm always whizzing around
thank you for helping us out on your u tube channel busy today in the garage with my car cleaning getting orginised bought some great plastic draws from fhil plastics for my microfibres draws lock so nothing comes out good for vans thanks bud
Hi! Been watching a lot of your videos for the past couple days as I am very interested in making a valeting business here in Denmark! Recently bought a Tesla and realized I quite like going in depth on the whole cleaning/preppin process. Have you made any videos that goes into detail about having a water tank in your van and how that functions? I can't seem to find anything that shows it properly xD
Awesome videos! Keep it up :D
Subscribed because you made me laugh on the bucket comment... remind me of my setup 😂
Thank you mate 😊
Started watching your video’s after you got a mention by Paul Dolden. Love watching your stuff, you’re really funny but dead knowledgable 👍🏻
Thank you Steve. Yeh I'm an odd one 😂 I try not to be too serious. We got enough of that on TH-cam. But I don't want to look stupid if that makes sense 😅
The Epic Car Show - Entertaining Detailing Makes perfect sense Dave and no you certainly don’t look stupid 👍🏻
Nice to have stuff coming out of the real world not like the Hollywood stuff you get on TH-cam. But the pressure washer
You use a nerd at the technical department at karcher reckons they should not be run off a generator ?
I agree the generator could in fact put strain on motor. They require direct power without a lead in perfect world. Mines doing great though 👌
you are the inspiration
Thank you that's very kind
Interesting
Dave you legend. I have had loads of people, OK only 10. And the wife agrees. Bullshit alert! So, so funny, love your humour. Great insight into your van. Love it, great entertainment with great tips. Here's a tip, advertising on vans works. Great promotion of your brand. Put your Epic Car Show logo on it. Granted it might cost more than the van is worth. Not heard of Bear Car Care before, will check them out. Thanks for that. It is a crime your subscriber numbers is not 100K. You deserve it. Can't wait for the next video. Not sponsored, unlike that Canadian guy, Pan The Sponsored Channel. A TH-camr who cleans cars. You are a Real Pro Detailer who uses TH-cam.
Thank you so much. Tell me about 100k pah! By the time I'm done with this channel I'll be on 1 million 😁. Just got to keep working hard. I have had van stickers by I don't really take on new clients now and the van is on its last legs so when I get the new van I'll plaster it with epic car show logos. Definitely need your help and support. If you can share any of these videos I would be eternally grateful
@@epicautomotivedetailing Just done so on Facebook matey. Hope it helps.
Just about to jut the same van
Great stuff, my plan is to get a van sorted out.
I'm making a video on using a car for valeting using different size cars to help people plan who don't have a van which may be interesting to you 😊
The Epic Car Show - Entertaining Detailing I’m using a clio at the moment, not ideal... but it’s all experience and getting more confident to make the leap into making this into a career
Honestly my first van was a car and that was a 3 door saxo and it was impossible but being organised was the only way kept on top of it.
And Thanks for watching 😊
Great to see inside your Transit in detail but Dave, what happened to you pallet racking and why?
I just chose to smash the metal racking as it was getting tired so used pallet wood to make something to fit my needs and in fact this new way worked out better for me thankfully
Gad you used to manage without taking water , just don't feel its safe.
I have a t5 so without one have plenty of space .
I would love to do this myself
Any tips bro
I've been doing car wash for since around 2008 lol
Great vid bro
Thanks Pete
jet washes only use a maximum of tem metres of cable thats advise from karcher
Yeh I got 10m sometimes I can push for 15m
@@epicautomotivedetailing no more than ten thats what blows the capacitor say karcher especialy with the commercial stuff
have you ever thought of getting draws that never come out .. i got some good cabinets that lock when closed check fhil plastics hope this helps
Yeah finding something that does that needs to be light to save fuel. Still looking though
they are very light and big enough to fit cloths in and allsorts
Hi Dave, cheers for the solid advice! Listen I heard you say that you use alot of TFR...now the first time I mentioned that I use TFR, I got a massive OMG moment for some detailers. I use Autoglym TFR but I dilute it down quite alot. Is it truly harmful to plastics etc? Cheers again for a down to earth video which cuts out all the BS!
Tfr can be harmful but we're talking over decades. Detailing forums are becoming poison by no it all detailers. I don't use snow foam at moment because I don't need to. Most clients keep a car a for few years and that's it. Got a video out today around half 6 which should be an eye opener. Tfr is very quick and effective at targeting areas with more control so I'll always use it. Thank you for watching 😊
@@epicautomotivedetailing Cheers Dave! Regards from Helsinki!
@@declanflaherty8958 wow im so happy people from around are watching these. thank you
rust partials' will fall into the buckets under the shelves?
Do you have a pump from your water tank to push water through to the pressure washer. Starting up with valeting and been watching a lot of your videos which have been super helpful. I've got an 85PSI pressure washer. Also is your tank 200ltr or 400ltr? Any advice welcome
Hello no pump needed. I put the pressure washer on the floor and let gravity feed the water down into the machine 👌
@@epicautomotivedetailing that's great thank you
Your 2010 Ford Transit Connect XLT is budget friendly. How is it holding up? How many miles can you put on um??? Thanks! :D New Sub! :D
Still going great thank you 150,000 miles and works fine . thanks for subbing
How much roughly would I make as a new business in a year? Trying to decide if it's worth chasing this, thanks !
It's worth it if you have the passion. You need to have something more than the average person. You need to be made of stern stuff but if you get it right you will make it big
Great video
Thank you Adin
And you are funny
Thanks Adin hopefully we got another video coming in about an hour
Awesome content! Just wondering how reliable has this van been especially transmission wise?
To be fair it's been brilliant. It's ugly but reliable this van
I only got 3 months with that turtle wax and only 1 coat
Meguiars gold class is good it took 90% of the black staining out of my beige seat
Yeh I used this morning. Definitely improvement on my seats 😁
Do you only use new microfiber cloths or do you wash them and reuse them
No bit of both mate. Depends on the job I'm doing everything all colour coded to make life easier
Lmao very good but 1 point I have to pull you up on. Peugeots dont need carpet dye they just need to pop over the shitroen store and steal there carpets. Keep it up and stay safe
Thanks Jonny. Stay safe too 🙏
Looks like that could be a 200ltr tank you have. My first thought was an old bt van with the racking, but clearly works for you and your able to carry everything you need which is the most important thing.
Im sure a fresh coat spray paint will tidy it up no problem
Looks like space extra space you could use to remove stuff from the front of the van buteverybody is different of how they use and set a van up.
I also use the connect van.
I Carry a 500ltr buffle tank, gazebo, 5ltr bottles alkng with spares just incase anything brakes while out on the job.
I bet we all will pretty much carry the same in a way.
Nice one. It's always good to see what everyone else has. To be honest it's on its last legs that's why I left it. In a perfect world I would have a new van with epic car show on the side and just focus on that. Just a dream but hopefully it will come true. This vans been so loyal
Hi.
Do you carry a genny? If not, how do you go on at customers without access to power?
Hi Tony no I don't carry generator. I don't need to. My target audience is aimed at VIP clientele. Only ever had 1 time in my life where I needed a generator and didn't do it. I'm doing more videos soon explaining the business and the DNA of it all
How many hours do you work a day the carpet dye is a bloody good idea I use to you it when I was valeting
To be honest not many I only do few cars a day. I spend more time working from home nowadays. I'd be dead if I worked all day everyday
@@epicautomotivedetailing there no way I coud do it now my back has gone and I am nearly 45 this year
Is your van the small wheel base or long?
Long Wheel Base mate. To be fair its good but ugly lol
When you have a car booked but it heavy rain and the client doesn’t have a garage do you have a car canopy?
No I don't from my experience although it rains a lot in UK it's very rare that it's so heavy for long periods. It's always scattered so I'd say I get cancelled off just few times a year
Would I really need a water tank or a generator to start my own valeting business ?.
Hello Stephen, no you wouldn't. Of course it does help but I started on a pedal bike with a watering can.
it was my favourite van the right hieght i think its better to have somthing pratical and not fancy pants you are a valeter and if you need to experiment you have a project there
Yes i love the height and flat sides as that makes it easy to utilize. Thank you for watching my videos Russell. Where abouts are you watching from?
@@epicautomotivedetailing east sussex are you in west sussex?
@@russellpetrie119 I'm Gatwick so Surrey/west Sussex border
Dave where do you get the water tank from?
Is their a difference between car detailing and car valeting?
In the UK a valet is something in-between a basic car wash and a full detail. Detailing here in UK is paint correction, machine polishing etc. So the way I look at it is that i offer luxury car wash using top products but try not to get involved in machine polishing unless I have to. If that makes sense?
@@epicautomotivedetailing Yes I understand, thank you. Valeting seems more of what I want to do than detailing so glad I now know the difference
@@Zupez yeh keep it simple mate. Get a good pricing structure and you don't need to carry everything with u. I carry so much stuff that I hardly use
Which TFR is best?
Autosmart is great xls prestige
how many gallons is that tank ?
Need a video on how to clean ur brushes and pads?
ok mate may make it into a short video
@@epicautomotivedetailing thanks buddy
Do you not think branding your van is nescessary ? I am in two minds about it
For me no because I got too much work. If I need it then 100%
Hey Dave. I'm planning on buying a steam cleaner. I thought of buying karcher SC3 but after I saw this video th-cam.com/video/9bRYfEwf5O0/w-d-xo.html I'm hesitant. He's pointing steam directly at his hand and it's not burning him(it's at 4:48). Is that just a faulty unit or is that the hottest it can be?
Does your SC4 generate higher temperature than that or is it similar?
The sc4 is very hot it will burn . I have had many burns from the sc4 it is that hit. I still have scars from burning my leg. The sc4 is built to last longer. You can buy refurbished ones for dirt cheap. (Not all refurbs are previously faulty) I got mine which was returned stock for half price
Great video 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻. Bullshit Alert 😂😂😂😂
Made this one for you David.thanks for reaching out on Instagram 👍
Mate that van has got tetanus all over it in the back.
I wonder if you really just don't want another van that's newer + looks nicer and professional? After 5 years I think you should be able to afford another van right? I think you work to cheap, don't do that mate, you're doing too much work for the money.
One simple answer to that! I have an ex wife lol