{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Keeping Your Car Clean With The Detail Dept - EP.182","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/keeping-your-car-clean-with-the-detail-dept-ep-182","audioUrl":"https://www.buzzsprout.com/2145436/episodes/19186651-keeping-your-car-clean-with-the-detail-dept-ep-182.mp3","description":"Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Right Hand Drive Guys Podcast, we sit down with Sean from The Detail Dept to talk all things detailing and car care. From daily drivers to high-end builds, Sean shares what it really takes to keep your car looking its best — inside and out.We dive into his background, the types of cars he’s into, and some of the wild builds and rare cars he’s had the chance to work on. He also drops practical tips on maintenance, paint care, and what most owners get wrong when it comes to keeping their cars clean.Whether you’re maintaining a show car or just trying to protect your investment, this episode brings real insight from someone who lives it every day.🎙️ Clean cars hit different — and this is how you do it right.Find us on Facebook groups - RHDGUYS-JDMBOYSSocials - @RHDGUYS Merch - http://RHDGUYS.COMWant a discount on Nissan parts?Use code \"RHDGUYS\" athttps://nizmopartsplug.comNeed An ECU? Visit Haltech!"},"annotations":[{"startTime":151.06000000000003,"endTime":154.72,"type":"car","title":"Buick Grand National","url":"/cars/buick/grand-national","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/54/1980s_Buick_Regal_Grand_National.jpg","quote":"... so One day I'll have a domestic definitely won a Grand National, but that's Definitely what like black, right? Oh...","canonicalId":"car:buick:grand national","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Buick Grand National is a performance-focused muscle car built by Buick, known for its turbocharged power and strong reputation among enthusiasts. In the podcast, it’s mentioned as a domestic performance goal, with a reference to the car’s common black look. It comes up because it’s a recognizable, historically significant model tied to turbo-era performance.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Buick Grand National is a performance car made by Buick. It’s known for having a turbo engine, and it’s often associated with a black exterior. People talk about it because it’s a well-known model for fast, turbocharged driving.","imageAttribution":"Oleg Yunakov (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":192.1,"endTime":200.2,"type":"term","title":"2J swap","url":"/glossary/2j-swap","quote":"Yeah, I had a sd300 with a usdm 2j swap\nDamn with a v1 66 speed. 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It makes the paint look smoother and shinier without needing a new paint job."}},{"startTime":913.8,"endTime":920.3,"type":"term","title":"UV protected","url":"/glossary/uv-protected","quote":"So I've actually never actually stuff that we have is UV protected and stuff like that. So it helps out","canonicalId":"term:uv-protected","priority":0.25,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"UV protection refers to additives in a product that help reduce damage from ultraviolet light, which can fade and degrade interior and exterior materials over time. In detailing, UV-protectant ingredients are commonly used on trim, plastics, and interior surfaces."}},{"startTime":985.9,"endTime":1001.42,"type":"brand","title":"perma plate","url":"/glossary/permaplate","quote":"it’s most likely perma plate Uh perma plate is kind of like a ceramic coat, but it's not... it doesn't have any hydrophobics to it or anything like that","canonicalId":"brand:perma-plate","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.78,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Perma Plate is a dealership-applied coating product name that’s described here as “kind of like a ceramic coat,” but with different performance characteristics. The key distinction mentioned is that it lacks hydrophobic behavior (“hydrophobics”), which affects how water beads and sheets off the surface.","simplifiedExplanation":"Perma Plate is a coating product some dealerships offer. In this conversation, they’re saying it’s similar to ceramic coating, but it doesn’t work the same way with water."}},{"startTime":997.8,"endTime":1001.42,"type":"term","title":"hydrophobics","url":"/glossary/hydrophobics","quote":"Uh, it doesn't have any hydrophobics to it or anything like that","canonicalId":"term:hydrophobics","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Hydrophobics (hydrophobic properties) describe a surface’s ability to repel water. When a coating has hydrophobic behavior, water tends to bead up and roll off more easily, which reduces water spotting and makes washing easier.","simplifiedExplanation":"Hydrophobic means “water-repelling.” If a coating has that property, water doesn’t stick as much, so it beads and rinses off easier."}},{"startTime":1007.7,"endTime":1048.1,"type":"term","title":"UV protectant","url":"/glossary/uv-protectant","quote":"It's just a uv protectant pretty much. That's it\n[1011.1s] um with ceramic coating, it's like\n[1014.4s] It's usually a lot of it comes in small bottles like this.","canonicalId":"term:uv-protectant","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A UV protectant is a product ingredient or additive designed to reduce damage from ultraviolet sunlight. On car paint, UV exposure can contribute to fading and degradation over time. Ceramic coatings and similar sealants may include UV protection as part of their overall protection package."}},{"startTime":1011.1,"endTime":1055.1,"type":"term","title":"ceramic coating","url":"/glossary/ceramic-coating","quote":"um with ceramic coating, it's like\n[1014.4s] It's usually a lot of it comes in small bottles like this. Yeah, um, and\n[1019.9s] Everybody's like, why is it so small? You know, that doesn't cover anything.","canonicalId":"term:ceramic-coating","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A ceramic coating is a paint-protection layer applied to a car’s clear coat. It cures into a thin, hard shell that helps repel contaminants and makes washing easier, but it’s not the same as impact armor. It’s often marketed to protect against things like bug stains and water spotting.","simplifiedExplanation":"Ceramic coating is a protective layer you put on your car’s paint. After it cures, it forms a slick “shell” that helps dirt and water slide off more easily. It helps with stains and water spots, but it won’t stop rock chips the way tougher protection would."}},{"startTime":1051.7,"endTime":1065.7,"type":"term","title":"rock chips","url":"/glossary/rock-chips","quote":"But it doesn't help out with like rock chips or anything a lot of people will try to tell you\n[1055.1s] Oh, you know prevent rock chips. It will not prevent rock chips. Right. It's not like that.","canonicalId":"term:rock-chips","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Rock chips are small impacts to paint caused by road debris like gravel and stones. They can expose bare material and lead to further paint damage if not addressed. The host notes ceramic coating does not prevent rock chips, distinguishing it from impact-focused protection like PPF.","simplifiedExplanation":"Rock chips are little spots where small stones hit your car and damage the paint. They can start as tiny marks but may get worse over time. The point here is that ceramic coating helps with stains and water, but it won’t stop rocks from chipping the paint."}},{"startTime":1135.5,"endTime":1139.5,"type":"term","title":"maintenance wash","url":"/glossary/maintenance-wash","quote":"Just do a maintenance wash make sure every panel still beating up nice and stuff like that","canonicalId":"term:maintenance-wash","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A maintenance wash is a regular, gentler cleaning routine designed to preserve a coating’s performance rather than deep-cleaning aggressively. The host emphasizes washing in a way that keeps every panel looking “nice” within the coating’s expected lifespan.","simplifiedExplanation":"A maintenance wash is your regular, careful car wash meant to keep the protective layer working. The goal is to clean without harming the coating."}},{"startTime":1148.4,"endTime":1173.2,"type":"term","title":"PPF","url":"/glossary/ppf","quote":"What so do you do ppf?\nSo I do a little bit of ppf not a lot","canonicalId":"term:ppf","priority":0.75,"confidence":0.92,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"PPF (paint protection film) is a clear, protective film applied to painted surfaces to help prevent chips, scratches, and light abrasion. The host notes that PPF can be tricky to apply on certain cars because of shapes and fitment, and that they do it selectively.","simplifiedExplanation":"PPF is a clear protective film that you stick onto your car’s paint. It helps protect against rock chips and small scratches, but it can be hard to apply neatly on complex body panels."}},{"startTime":1157.1,"endTime":1166.6,"type":"term","title":"ceramic coats","url":"/glossary/ceramic-coats","quote":"Um and doing what I like the best is doing paint corrections and ceramic coats\nBecause they kind of in and out a lot of these cars are really tricky with the ppf","canonicalId":"term:ceramic-coats","priority":0.85,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Ceramic coating is a paint-protection product that forms a durable, hydrophobic layer on top of the clear coat. It’s popular because it can make washing easier and improve resistance to water spotting and some contaminants, but it still needs proper washing to avoid damaging the surface.","simplifiedExplanation":"A ceramic coat is a protective layer you put on your car’s paint. It helps water and dirt slide off more easily, but you still need to wash it the right way to keep it looking good."}},{"startTime":1199.9,"endTime":1205.04,"type":"term","title":"wheels","url":"/glossary/wheels","quote":"Like for say I usually start off with the wheels. You'll do your washer wheels and stuff like that","canonicalId":"term:wheels","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.55,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Detailing “wheels” refers to cleaning the wheel faces, barrels, and tires with methods suited to brake dust and grime. Brake dust is often more stubborn than regular road dirt, so wheel-first cleaning helps prevent contamination from spreading to the rest of the paint.","simplifiedExplanation":"Wheels collect brake dust and grime that can be harder to remove. Cleaning them first helps keep that dirt from getting onto the rest of the car."}},{"startTime":1212.1,"endTime":1232.2,"type":"term","title":"pre wash","url":"/glossary/pre-wash","quote":"Uh do your bug washing and stuff like do that a pre wash\n\nAnd then you go into after you do your pre wash you do you go into your contact wash","canonicalId":"term:pre-wash","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A pre wash is the first cleaning step done before touching the paint with a wash mitt. Its job is to loosen and remove loose grime so you reduce the chance of scratching the clear coat during the contact wash.","simplifiedExplanation":"A pre wash is the first step before you scrub or wipe the car. You spray off the loose dirt first so you’re less likely to scratch the paint when you start washing by hand."}},{"startTime":1218.1,"endTime":1226.4,"type":"term","title":"contact wash","url":"/glossary/contact-wash","quote":"And then you go into after you do your pre wash you do you go into your contact wash\n\nAnd after your contact wash you do your drying and stuff like that","canonicalId":"term:contact-wash","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A contact wash is the stage where you physically touch the car’s paint using tools like a mitt or brush. Because it involves contact, it’s important that earlier steps (like pre wash/foam) remove as much dirt as possible to prevent swirl marks and scratches.","simplifiedExplanation":"A contact wash is when you actually wash the car by hand with a mitt or brush. Since you’re touching the paint, it’s best to remove loose dirt first so you don’t grind grit into the finish."}},{"startTime":1239.6,"endTime":1265.1,"type":"term","title":"foam cannon","url":"/glossary/foam-cannon","quote":"pre wash doesn't mean rinse. It means foam cannon\n\nYes, and so I usually get like a higher ph\n\nPre wash and stuff like that. You'll spray it on with a foam cannon. Let it dwell and then\nRinse it off","canonicalId":"term:foam-cannon","priority":0.65,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A foam cannon is an attachment that mixes car shampoo with water and sprays it onto the vehicle as thick foam. The foam helps lift and encapsulate dirt so it can be rinsed away before you do a mitt-based contact wash.","simplifiedExplanation":"A foam cannon is a tool that sprays soapy foam onto your car. The foam helps loosen dirt and lets you rinse it off before you start scrubbing with a mitt."}},{"startTime":1244.5,"endTime":1249.2,"type":"term","title":"higher ph","url":"/glossary/higher-ph","quote":"Yes, and so I usually get like a higher ph\n\nPre wash and stuff like that. You'll spray it on with a foam cannon.","canonicalId":"term:higher-ph","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“pH” refers to how acidic or alkaline a chemical is. A higher-pH pre-wash cleaner is often used to better break down certain road grime and contaminants before the contact wash, though it still needs to be used correctly to avoid damaging finishes.","simplifiedExplanation":"pH is a measure of how strong/acidic or how alkaline a cleaner is. A “higher pH” cleaner is often chosen to help lift tough grime before you touch the paint."}},{"startTime":1244.5,"endTime":1256.2,"type":"term","title":"dwell","url":"/glossary/dwell","quote":"You'll spray it on with a foam cannon. Let it dwell and then\nRinse it off and then you'll foam cannon is again with your","canonicalId":"term:dwell","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Dwell time is how long a cleaner (like foam from a foam cannon) is left on the paint before rinsing. Giving it time helps the chemicals break down grime so it comes off more easily with less physical scrubbing.","simplifiedExplanation":"Dwell time is how long you let the cleaner sit on the car before rinsing it off. Letting it sit helps the soap loosen dirt so you don’t have to scrub as hard."}},{"startTime":1265.1,"endTime":1276.6,"type":"term","title":"rinse less wash","url":"/glossary/rinse-less-wash","quote":"Okay, I get it. Oh and so when is like a rinse less wash appropriate?\n\nSo rinse is wash is appropriate. I think usually like whenever it has light dust","canonicalId":"term:rinse-less-wash","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A rinse-less wash (often discussed alongside waterless washing) is a method where you clean the car with minimal or no rinsing. It’s generally intended for light contamination like dust, because the product’s lubricity and chemistry can’t safely handle heavy grit the way a full pre-wash + rinse can."}},{"startTime":1284.0,"endTime":1293.6,"type":"term","title":"waterless wash","url":"/glossary/waterless-wash","quote":"Um, and then you came back and then you did a waterless wash or something like that if you wash it before\n\nIt's fine. Um, if it I I don't like it","canonicalId":"term:waterless-wash","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A waterless wash cleans the paint without using a traditional rinse and bucket process, typically relying on lubricating spray-on products and microfiber towels. It’s best for very light dust because heavier dirt can still scratch the paint when wiped.","simplifiedExplanation":"A waterless wash is cleaning the car without rinsing it with lots of water. It works best when the car is only lightly dusty—if there’s real dirt on it, wiping can cause scratches."}},{"startTime":1444.0,"endTime":1447.9,"type":"term","title":"detailing brushes","url":"/glossary/detailing-brushes","quote":"Um right now we got like right here some detailing brushes\n[1447.9s] Yes, sir different types of detailing brushes and stuff like that","canonicalId":"term:detailing-brushes","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Detailing brushes are specialized brushes used to clean tight areas like wheel spokes, grilles, vents, and textured trim without scratching. They’re designed with different bristle types and shapes so you can agitate dirt where a mitt or cloth can’t reach.","simplifiedExplanation":"Detailing brushes are small, purpose-made brushes for cleaning hard-to-reach spots on a car. They help you get dirt out of grooves and tight areas without rubbing it in or damaging the surface."}},{"startTime":1451.9,"endTime":1455.4,"type":"term","title":"wheel mitts","url":"/glossary/wheel-mitts","quote":"We got a wheel mitts so you can clean your wheels\n[1455.4s] Uh, and then we got our own drying towels and stuff too.","canonicalId":"term:wheel-mitts","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Wheel mitts are wash mitts specifically made for cleaning wheels and tires. They’re usually designed to handle brake dust and grime while helping prevent transferring that dirt to the paint.","simplifiedExplanation":"Wheel mitts are special cleaning gloves for your wheels. They’re meant to deal with tough brake dust so you don’t spread it onto the rest of the car."}},{"startTime":1455.4,"endTime":1459.6,"type":"term","title":"drying towels","url":"/glossary/drying-towels","quote":"Uh, and then we got our own drying towels and stuff too. So that's a big thing\n[1459.6s] Love the drying towels. They work out really well.","canonicalId":"term:drying-towels","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Drying towels are microfiber towels used to remove water after washing. The goal is to dry without creating water spots or inducing light scratches from dragging grit across the paint.","simplifiedExplanation":"Drying towels are towels made to dry your car safely after a wash. Good ones help prevent streaks, water spots, and accidental scratches."}},{"startTime":1558.86,"endTime":1563.9,"type":"car","title":"Chevrolet C10","url":"/cars/chevrolet/c10","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/e1/1990_Chevrolet_C10_1500_5.7L.jpg","quote":"um, I got to Work on one of their show trucks that they've been working on it's an older c-10. It's like an 80s model c-10 It's actually brand new brand new chassis","canonicalId":"car:chevrolet:c10","priority":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Chevrolet C10 is a classic full-size pickup from the 1960s–1970s era, and the podcast context points to an older “80s model” C-10 being worked on as a show truck. What makes it notable is the idea of combining classic styling with modern build work—specifically, a brand-new chassis—so it can look period-correct while being updated underneath. 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Using two turbos can help improve boost response and overall airflow compared with a single turbo, depending on the design.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Twin turbo” means the engine has two turbochargers. They cram more air into the engine, which helps it make a lot more power."}},{"startTime":1586.9,"endTime":1589.2,"type":"term","title":"manual","url":"/glossary/manual","quote":"It has um, it's a\ntwin turbo manual\nTruck, so it's just unreal.","canonicalId":"term:manual","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A manual transmission means the driver selects gears with a clutch and gear lever rather than an automatic gearbox. On high-power builds, manuals are often chosen for driver control and engagement, but they also require correct clutch and driveline setup to handle torque.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Manual” means you shift gears yourself using a clutch pedal and a stick. It can feel more connected to the car, especially on a powerful custom truck."}},{"startTime":1594.4,"endTime":1600.6,"type":"term","title":"wet sand and buff","url":"/glossary/wet-sand-and-buff","quote":"Got to\nwet sand and buff that thing. It was kind of nerve-wracking because you know, that's\nCars like that or like 40 50 thousand dollar paint jobs and stuff like that.","canonicalId":"term:wet-sand-and-buff","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Wet sanding is a paint-correction step where you smooth the clear coat using water and abrasive paper to level out imperfections. Buffing (polishing) follows to restore gloss and remove sanding marks, typically using compounds and pads.","simplifiedExplanation":"Wet sanding is a careful process of smoothing paint imperfections using water and sandpaper. 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