{"podcast":{"title":"The Auto Detailing Podcast","slug":"the-auto-detailing-podcast-745367","podcast_index_feed_id":745367,"rss_url":"https://autodetailingpodcast.libsyn.com/rss","website_url":"http://www.autodetailingpodcast.com","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/7/5/7/0/7570d49ae9239b11/ADp_Podcast_blackorange.jpg","author":"Jimbo Balaam","episode_count":975,"summary":"The Auto Detailing Podcast is a show dedicated to all things auto detailing. Whether you are a weekend warrior, drive way detailer, just starting your detail business, or you have been detailing for many years there is something we can all learn. This show gives you valuable tips, tricks and interviews with todays top detailers across the world. We focus heavily on efficiency and award winning results - We keep it real and make sure every episode gives you multiple take aways to make you a better auto detailer.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-23T04:21:15.267236+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-auto-detailing-podcast-745367"},"episode":{"title":"9 Car Detailing Mistakes That Are Ruining Your Paint","slug":"9-car-detailing-mistakes-that-are-ruining-your-paint","published_at":"2026-05-27T14:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-auto-detailing-podcast-745367/9-car-detailing-mistakes-that-are-ruining-your-paint","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-auto-detailing-podcast-745367","url":"https://autodetailingpodcast.libsyn.com/9-car-detailing-mistakes-that-are-ruining-your-paint","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/pscrb.fm/rss/p/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/autodetailingpodcast/9_wash_mistakes_that_are_ruining_Your_Paint_.m4a?dest-id=211287","summary":"Most swirl marks and scratches don't come from bad products… they come from outdated detailing habits. In this video, I break down 9 common car detailing mistakes that are slowly ruining your paint — and what modern detailing methods you should use instead. We'll cover mistakes like: Pre-rinsing instead of pre-soaking Using the outdated 2 bucket wash method Washing in direct sunlight incorrectly Using traditional glass cleaners Weak wheel cleaners that waste time Drying your paint the wrong way Using APCs on everything Skipping paint protection Overcomplicating detailing These simple changes can make washing your car safer, faster, and way more enjoyable. PRODUCTS TALKED ABOUT: Bundles: https://jimbosdetailing.com/collections/bundles The Gloss Boss: https://jimbosdetailing.com/TGB Tough As Shell Ceramic Spray: https://jimbosdetailing.com/TAS or on Amazon https://amzn.to/4r5UxYr The Super Soaper: https://jimbosdetailing.com/TSS or on Amazon: https://amzn.to/49KEM2d Picture Perfect Polish: https://jimbosdetailing.com/PPP or on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4sQWpWu Microfiber towels: https://jimbosdetailing.com/products/orange-wash-microfiber or https://jimbosdetailing.com/products/everyday-microfiber Cut & Finish Pad: https://jimbosdetailing.com/products/cut-finish-pad or on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3LsxJ69 Finishing Pad: https://jimbosdetailing.com/products/black-finishing-pad or on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FJNDCPTG SHOP ALL JIMBO'S DETAILING ON AMAZON: https://amzn.to/3LX3mVE car detailing mistakes,car wash mistakes,detailing mistakes ruining paint,how to wash a car properly,car detailing tips,paint swirl marks,avoid scratching paint,two bucket wash method,foam cannon wash,modern detailing methods,car paint scratches,how to avoid swirl marks,car detailing guide,aut…","meta_description":"Most swirl marks and scratches don't come from bad products… they come from outdated detailing habits. In this video, I break down 9 common car detailing…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1105,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-auto-detailing-podcast-745367/episodes/9-car-detailing-mistakes-that-are-ruining-your-paint/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-auto-detailing-podcast-745367/9-car-detailing-mistakes-that-are-ruining-your-paint.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}