{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Business Growth in 2026 and Red Flags To Look Out For. Plus, Chemical Dwell Time. Episode #945","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/business-growth-in-2026-and-red-flags-to-look-out-for-plus-chemical-dwell-time-episode-945","audioUrl":"https://anchor.fm/s/b58b64/podcast/play/116658360/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-9%2F6a76e237-bd29-6eaf-b88f-1bde9d7cf3d1.m4a","description":"In this episode, Nick and Marshall discuss the practical applications of AWX Acid Wheel Cleaner, water spots, acid dwell time, hose selection, pricing strategies, and the importance of focusing on detailing more cars to grow your business. They share insights on safety, cost management, and business growth strategies for detailers.Chapters00:00 Exploring AWX and Its Applications03:06 Understanding Acid Use in Detailing06:10 The Importance of Hose Quality08:51 Fuel Costs and Business Operations12:12 Strategizing Clientele and Service Areas14:46 Pricing Strategies in a Changing Market18:09 Innovative Solutions for Customer Retention27:25 Seasonal Strategies for Car Care28:11 The Journey of a Detailer30:28 The Importance of Core Services32:20 The Dichotomy of Success in Detailing34:21 Profitability in Detailing vs. Additional Services36:19 Reinvesting in Core Services37:51 The Reality of Detailing as a Profession40:18 The Pitfalls of Overthinking Business Management44:03 Focusing on Core Business48:23 The Role of Social Media in Business Growth\n"},"annotations":[{"startTime":10.8,"endTime":33.4,"type":"company","title":"AWX","url":"/glossary/awx","quote":"Nick, it's a blast, right? Especially when they're like, Hey, guys, we love that you came out with AWX. And they just have more questions. Right? It's the best thing. It really is people really curious now about how the different things that they can use AWX for inside of the specialist group.","canonicalId":"company:awx","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4.1-mini","data":{"explanation":"AWX is a detailing product mentioned in the podcast, likely a chemical or cleaner used for removing contaminants like water spots or aiding in maintenance of coatings. It is used with caution and proper dilution.","simplifiedExplanation":"AWX is a cleaning product used to help keep cars looking nice by removing dirt and spots. You have to use it carefully so it doesn't hurt the car."}},{"startTime":33.4,"endTime":42.8,"type":"term","title":"acid","url":"/glossary/acid","quote":"Go ahead and fill us in. You know, what, what do we need to do if we got water spots? 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But if you use it wrong, it can hurt your car, so you have to be very careful."}},{"startTime":117.3,"endTime":139.1,"type":"term","title":"ceramic coating","url":"/glossary/ceramic-coating","quote":"He asked, you know, because he had heard previous episode we were talking about what clogged ceramic coatings and lower rockers and can I spray AWX down on lower rockers to help unclog a ceramic coating?","canonicalId":"term:ceramic-coating","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4.1-mini","data":{"explanation":"Ceramic coating is a liquid polymer applied to a vehicle's exterior to provide a durable protective layer. It enhances gloss, repels water and contaminants, and makes cleaning easier. Over time, coatings can become clogged with dirt and require maintenance.","simplifiedExplanation":"Ceramic coating is a special clear layer put on your car to protect the paint and keep it shiny. 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They get dirty easily and need cleaning."}},{"startTime":139.1,"endTime":165.2,"type":"term","title":"iron deposit","url":"/glossary/iron-deposit","quote":"Make sure you don't have some type of iron deposit when you see lower rocker stuff. The first thing I think of detailing cars all these years is somebody's brakes are shooting off a lot of stuff on the car.","canonicalId":"term:iron-deposit","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4.1-mini","data":{"explanation":"Iron deposits are tiny particles of iron contamination that accumulate on a vehicle's paint or wheels, often from brake dust or industrial fallout. They can cause rust spots if not removed properly.","simplifiedExplanation":"Iron deposits are tiny bits of metal dirt that stick to your car's paint or wheels, usually from brakes. They can cause rust if not cleaned off."}},{"startTime":139.1,"endTime":165.2,"type":"company","title":"Fuego","url":"/glossary/fuego","quote":"Yes, I mean one of the things you have to realize with anything. I mean this goes for anything we talk about this with TRX and AWX and Fuego and whatever is, you know, first hit it with Fuego. Make sure you don't have some type of iron deposit when you see lower rocker stuff.","canonicalId":"company:fuego","priority":0.5,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4.1-mini","data":{"explanation":"Fuego is another detailing product referenced as a first step in cleaning contaminants such as iron deposits from vehicle surfaces before using stronger chemicals like acid.","simplifiedExplanation":"Fuego is a cleaning product used to get rid of tough dirt on cars, especially stuff that comes from brakes. 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You need to let it sit on the car for a bit before wiping it off."}},{"startTime":165.2,"endTime":201.1,"type":"term","title":"dwell time","url":"/glossary/dwell-time","quote":"The next thing that I would do is then go to something like an acid. But remember, all of this stuff needs some type of dwell time. So one of the things that somebody sent me is they wanted to use acid on a lower rocker and they spray it on. In the same video, this is sprayed off in like seven and a half seconds.","canonicalId":"term:dwell-time","priority":0.9,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4.1-mini","data":{"explanation":"Dwell time refers to the amount of time a chemical cleaner or treatment is left on a surface to effectively work before being rinsed or wiped off. Proper dwell time is critical to ensure the product removes contaminants without causing damage.","simplifiedExplanation":"Dwell time means how long you leave a cleaning product on your car before washing it off. 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Like, even when I said to you here, we're going to talk about, you were like, what? What are we going to talk about hose board? Like, it is the power washer hose.","canonicalId":"term:power-washer-hose","priority":0.9,"confidence":1.0,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4.1-mini","data":{"explanation":"A power washer hose is a high-pressure hose designed to connect to a pressure washer, delivering water at high pressure for cleaning vehicles and surfaces.","simplifiedExplanation":"A power washer hose is a strong hose that carries water from a pressure washer to clean cars or other things."}},{"startTime":445.8,"endTime":475.1,"type":"concept","title":"custom hose cutting and fittings","url":"/glossary/custom-hose-cutting-and-fittings","quote":"They'll buy the big roll, and then they can go and cut them down specifically. 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Some cars work better with higher numbers."}},{"startTime":1391.3,"endTime":1405.6,"type":"term","title":"stack","url":"/glossary/stack","quote":"That's why we've been huge advocates of stacking UNO, right? 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It helps businesses stay organized and keep customers happy."}},{"startTime":3591.3,"endTime":3621.6,"type":"company","title":"SEMA","url":"/glossary/sema","quote":"And guess what the topic at SEMA the topic for last year behind the scenes with big companies that we talked to they've been uncomfortable for a year 18 months. They've been they can see things we can see things that hyper clean that give us a story that's a little different than what somebody says online.","canonicalId":"company:sema","priority":0.5,"confidence":1.0,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4.1-mini","data":{"explanation":"SEMA stands for Specialty Equipment Market Association, an annual trade show in Las Vegas focused on automotive specialty products and aftermarket parts. It is a major event where companies showcase new products and trends in the automotive industry.","simplifiedExplanation":"SEMA is a big car show where companies show off cool car parts and accessories. It's a place where people in the car business meet and talk about new ideas."}},{"startTime":3602.5,"endTime":3675.2,"type":"company","title":"Hyper Clean","url":"/glossary/hyper-clean","quote":"Because we have all this back end data of our business and who's really doing work and who you know what I mean like we just have access to those things big companies at SEMA were like. Things look pretty rough. You know we saw this last year and we think we're going to see this this year and that's not to complain. It's to say we need to buckle down get back to our core business do what we have to do work a little bit harder stay on top of things sell a little bit more. I think the same goes for everybody that details a car for a living. This isn't the time to not buckle down. I think you get away with it in twenty twenty two and twenty twenty three. I don't think that's going to be the case for twenty six twenty seven and twenty eight. I agree. All right great talk. Hey everybody go to hyper clean store dot com. That is where you can pick up a WX acid wheel cleaner. I'm ready to see those photos as more and more people do and show us the results and everything that they're doing all the different ways that you're using a WX. So go hyper clean store grab it but then go to the hyper clean specialist group. Let us know how you're using it. Talk to you soon guys.","canonicalId":"company:hyper-clean","priority":0.5,"confidence":1.0,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4.1-mini","data":{"explanation":"Hyper Clean is a company specializing in automotive cleaning products, including wheel cleaners and detailing supplies. They provide products aimed at professional detailers and car enthusiasts to maintain and enhance vehicle appearance.","simplifiedExplanation":"Hyper Clean makes special cleaning products for cars, like things to clean wheels and make cars look nice. 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