Detailing With Marty: Recent Episodes
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Join me every week to learn about the best way to take care of your vehicle in our harsh CNY weather
Join me on the final episode of season 1 as I discuss advanced stain removal. The two products I have used to tackle tough stains are P&S Professional Detail Products - Terminator Enzyme Spot and Stain Remover for organic stains and P&S Professional Detail Products - Carpet Bomber - Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner. I also highly recommend this Wagner steamer from Home Depot.
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Stain Removal
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What type of stain? Organic or non-organic?
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How long has it been there? Time makes a difference.
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What type of material is it on? What color is the material?
My process"
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Vacuum
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Pre-treat with appropriate product. Always read directions on products/chemicals used.
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Steam
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Shampoo with a machine or brush, hot water and towel
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Vacuum or use hair dryer to dry spot
Thank you for your continued support. I have to focus on doing what I do best - detailing. I hope to be back in a few months once the season slows down.
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I dive into methods and products I have used when cleaning interior/exterior windows. I talk about alcohol, Invisible Glass, HyperClean Glass Cleaner and good old Dawn dish soap with water and a squeegee! You can get alcohol from any pharmacy. Just dilute it 5 or 10 to 1 with water. Hyper Clean can be purchased directly online or from our local distributor - Shawshanked Detailing. Just walk in his shop Monday - Thursday 9 to 5. Check out this small squeegee I bought on Walmart.com.
Whatever you do..do NOT use Windex! It is NOT for automotive windows. Also, use the two rag method - one wet, one dry. Go in a vertical motion for exterior and horizontal for interior. This way, you could tell where the streaks are when you inspect your work in the end!
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Starting this week, I will be discussing challenges I have faced as a detailer, as well as most frequently asked questions from customers about how to address certain issues they have had. By far, the most often seen issue is dog hair and how to pick it up. I use the Analan tool. I also use the Wagner steamer which has countless uses around the home! Check out my Detailing with Marty Facebook Group!As always, please email me with any topics you would like covered. martyk13@pm.me. Call and leave a voicemail here. Check out the blog here.
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On this week's episode, I had the pleasure and privilege of interviewing another local mobile detailer - Logan Alsop - with Opulent Details from Manlius, NY. Check out his Facebook page and website. He does really great work!
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In this week's episode I wrap up my interview with Brandwon Shaw from Shawshanked Detailing out of East Syracuse, NY. Check out his website. The entire interview is about an hour long so I split it into 2 parts. This is part 2 of 2. If you haven't listened to part 1, please do. Check out my Detailing with Marty Facebook Group!As always, please email me with any topics you would like covered. martyk13@pm.me. Call and leave a voicemail here. Check out the blog here.
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In this week's episode I come back home to interview a local detailer who started out being mobile. His name is Brandon Shaw and he is the successful owner of Shawshanked Detailing based out of East Syracuse, NY. The entire interview is about an hour long so I split it into 2 parts. This is part 1 of 2. Come back next Monday to hear the 2nd part.Check out my Detailing with Marty Facebook Group!As always, please email me with any topics you would like covered. martyk13@pm.me. Call and leave a voicemail here. Check out the blog here.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/martin-kostadinov0/message
I am very excited to announce that I had the chance to interview*** Jimbo Balaam! Most detailers might have heard of him. He is a very popular influencer and is all over every social media you can think of. If you have not heard of him out yet, please check him out!
He has a YouTube channel in which he reviews products. He has interviewed Jim McGuire (CEO of McGuire) among many other people in the detailing industry. Make sure to check out his show the Auto Detailing Podcast
(Thank you Jimbo for the opportunity! I hope this is one of many times we will get to talk on and off the air!)
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*** this was my very 1st interview and as such I was all over the place with my questions. Jimbo was the very first person I had ever interviewed and I am ashamed to say I did not have "all my ducks in a row." I would like to think I have learned form my experience and going forward I hope my interviews are more polished and organized.
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In this week's episode, I continue my interview with a fellow detailer - Randy Rochefort - from Alabama. He talks about his experience as a detailer. This is part 2 of 2. Facebook Group!
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In this week's episode I interview a fellow detailer - Randy Rochefort - from Alabama. He talks about his experience as a detailer. This is part 1 of 2. Facebook Group!
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In this week's episode I talk about what you should expect when having your vehicle detailed for the very first time. Thank you Randy for suggesting the topic in my new Facebook Group!
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Continuing the "Water Series" week, I talk about the benefits of having a de-ionized water system as well as why you should only use distilled water in extractors and steamers.
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Source : https://www.carwashcountry.com/distilled-water-detailing-when-to-use-it/
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Join me this week as I start the "Water Series," in which I will be diving into the different types of water and ways to use it to detail your vehicle inside and out. This week I discuss the differences between distilled and de-ionized water and the benefits of using them instead of regular tap water.
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Source: https://www.carwashcountry.com/distilled-water-detailing-when-to-use-it/
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Join me to find out how to best prepare your windshield for your rough CNY weather. Here are directions to make your at-home windshield water repellent. Of course you can always purchase Prestone De-Icer from your local Walmart or Amazon. What You Need: Rubbing alcohol (isopropyl alcohol) Filtered water Measuring cup Spray bottle Rag 100 ml graduated cylinder Ethanol Silicone oil or castor oil Graduated cylinderSimple Solution Pour half a cup of rubbing alcohol into a spray bottle. Add 1 cup of filtered water to the spray bottle. Swirl the bottle to mix the two ingredients. The bottle may feel warm. Wait until it cools before putting on the cap. Spray the solution onto the exterior of a clean and dry windshield. Use a clean, dry rag to wipe the windshield until it is completely dry.Credit to https://www.glasswerksmn.com/how-to-keep-your-windshield-clean-through-snow-rain-and-fogFeel free to email me suggestions on topics you would like covered. martyk13@pm.me--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/martin-kostadinov0/message
In the last episode (for now) of the "What If.." series, I talk about why you shouldn't use just any type of towel to dry off your vehicle after a wash.
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Source: https://www.baltimoredetail.com/6-common-auto-detailing-mistakes-to-avoid
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Continuing the "What If.." series I discuss the importance of taking the time and properly drying your vehicle after it has been through the touch free, automatic wash (which you ought to be doing every 2 weeks, especially in winter). Email me at martyk13@pm.me
Source: https://www.baltimoredetail.com/6-common-auto-detailing-mistakes-to-avoid
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Join me this week to find out why using dish soaps, like Dawn, to wash your vehicle is NOT a good idea. Email me at martyk13@pm.meSource: https://www.turtlewax.com/blogs/how-to/why-you-shouldnt-use-dish-soap-to-wash-your-car--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/martin-kostadinov0/message
Tune in this week to find out four reasons NOT to use Windex to clean your vehicle's windows. As always feel free to email suggestions, comments, etc to martyk13@pm.meSources:https://www.wolfchasehonda.com/clean-car-windshield-inside/https://glassdoctor.com/blog/fact-or-fiction-use-window-cleaner-to-clean-auto-glass--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/martin-kostadinov0/message
Tune in this week to find out why it is a bad idea to go through those brand new automatic car washes that are popping up all over town! As always, I am wide open to your comments, suggestions, recommendations and future topics you would me to discuss. Email me at martyk13@pm.me\
Source of inspiration for this week's episode: https://www.capitolshine.com/blog/why-to-avoid-the-automatic-car-wash-after-the-sleet-and-snow/
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In 16 years of detailing, I hear people say they don't need their vehicle detailed since they just bought it. The main reason to have it professionally detailed is because you just bought it! Tune in today to find out why.
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Check out this link: https://www.hagerty.com/media/maintenance-and-tech/dont-let-a-dealer-detail-your-new-car/
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In this week's episode I discuss the best way and tools to use in order not to damage your vehicle's paint. Email me with suggestions martyk13@pm.me
(https://avalonking.com/blogs/guides/how-to-remove-snow-without-scratching-your-paint)
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In this week's episode I talk about the benefits of using ONR (Optimum No Rinse) to wash your vehicle during winter. All you need is a bucket, distilled water and a wash mitt. It will NOT scratch your car, contrary to popular belief. Check out the video below to see the amazing results!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U0nSQe1qHEc
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This is a continuation of sorts of my most popular episode called "How Often and How Should You Wash Your Vehicle." Take a listen and let me know what you think. Email me at martyk13@pm.me
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I wrap up the topic of how to take care your vehicle's interior in part 2 of 2 this week. Source: https://driving.ca/features/feature-story/how-to-keep-your-cars-interior-clean-this-winter
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On this week's episode I talk about steps you can take to best care for your vehicle's interior during our harsh winters. Join me next week for part 2 of 2.Source https://www.autozone.com/diy/how-to/how-to-protect-your-cars-interior-in-winterAs always, I am open to suggestions. Email me at martyk13@pm.me or reply with a comment. Leave a voice message https://anchor.fm/martin-kostadinov0/message--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/martin-kostadinov0/message
In this week's episode I discuss five different things you could do in order to get your vehicle ready for winter. From preventing salt build up in your wheel wells to lubricating your hood latches.
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Check out the full article here: https://www.familyhandyman.com/list/prepare-your-car-for-winter/
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Part 2 of 2
"If you have ever adventured out for an extended hike, you understand that the most important “tools” you have are your feet, the only things that come in contact with the ground. Every step you take requires that they do their job. If your boots do not fit right, or you have a blister, your time on the trail can be miserable. So, it is essential that you take time to take care of your feet. The same goes for your car. Your wheels and tires are what connect your four-thousand-pound machine to the earth. And they take a beating. Therefore, they need just as much care as the rest of your car.
Most passenger vehicles today roll off the dealership lot with sharp-looking alloy wheels, or “rims”, as original equipment. Aftermarket companies too offer hundreds of styles to suit any taste. Not only are these aluminum or magnesium alternatives to old, heavy steel wheels more stylish, they are also lighter weight and help to improve fuel efficiency.
But they are also more difficult to maintain than simple steel wheels. Some alloy wheels are coated with clearcoat. Some are uncoated. Others are anodized. Each is susceptible to damage from dirt, salt, abrasion, and the caustic effects of brake dust. Alloy wheels can suffer pitting, corrosion, and discoloration from exposure to those contaminants and damage from aggressive cleaning techniques. So, it is important that your wheels be cleaned and protected regularly and properly, just like the shiny and expensive paint finish that coats the rest of your car. Yet, just like the underbody, they are often neglected. What’s more, trying to clean your wheels the wrong way can actually make matters worse, cause more harm than good.
Here are a few mistakes to steer clear of when washing your wheels."
https://columbiatireauto.com/mistakes-to-avoid-when-cleaning-car-wheels/
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While your wheels aren’t always the first thing you jump to clean, they play a huge part in how good your car looks. Point is, a dirty set of wheels certainly isn’t helping. If you notice that you’re one of the many cars on the road with lusterless wheels, it’s probably time for a detail. But before you bust out the sponge and soap, make sure you’re not playing victim to one of these four wheel cleaning myths…
https://www.drbeasleys.com/blog/2012/11/23/4-wheel-care-myths-worth-busting
In the next episode I will discuss some mistakes to avoid while cleaning your wheels.
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I dive a bit into how often you ought to wash your car and the different ways to wash it. Credit to https://www.charmcitycirculator.com/how-often-should-you-wash-your-car--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/martin-kostadinov0/message
I discuss a few great reasons why it is crucial to get your vehicle waxed now! Credit to https://grandprixwash.com/why-should-you-wax-your-car-before-winter-comes/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/martin-kostadinov0/message
Quick introduction of myself and purpose of this podcast. Email me suggestions about topics you would like to hear about martyk13@pm.me--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/martin-kostadinov0/message