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PRINZE

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I'm looking at getting my own mobile set up, but I don't have a lot of money to start with. I need a small generator, enough to run a vacuum and buffer (maybe not at the same time). I also need a pressure washer and my own water. How do I set up the water tank and pressure washer together? What size tank do I need? I want enough water to do two expedition size vehicles. I have a truck so, I have plenty of room to haul stuff, hopefully I won't need a trailer. Any suggestions on cheap, but decent equipment?



This is my senior year in high school and I have a lot of expenses coming up next year. I've been doing the normal job thing, but I'm sick of making my boss money while I get crappy hourly pay.



I've been detailing cars for a while and everyone so far has been very happy. Do you think it would be a good idea to work part time for a while at an established detailer just to get more experience? Sorry for the long post, thanks for the replies.
 
Personally, I would reccomend getting a month of expierence at a detailing shop, or even better, a mobile detailing business. Are there a lot of mobile businesses in your area?



I know someone who started what you're doing when he was your age, and he's been growing and growing and now has a lot of shops (some at dealerships), four mobile units (three vans and one trailer), and he sells products wholesale and to the public. At 27 years old and with no college education, his business makes $3 million a year and he makes well over $100K. Just something to think about.



This guy has 100 gallon tanks on his vans and a pressure washer. From what I understand, 100 gallons will last all day on a very busy day (and each van can do 5 washes, I would guess). You'll probably need about 50 gallons and you have to be conservative with your water. I would reccomend 80 if you have room.



It's a great idea if you can do it, but to be honest, you'll probably benefit from a month at a proffesional detailing business. You'll learn a few things, and you can learn where to buy good products by the gallon or five gallon jugs for a good price. I would bet you'll learn new ideas that can save time and money when you do it on your own, if that's what you decide to do.
 
If you don't have much money starting off, then you may be considering jumping in without insurance?? No insurance & No experience is a recipe for disaster. Even if the slightest thing goes wrong, you will get some S.O.B. who will screw you.



I'd suggest that you learn the trade first. Go to a good quality detailer to learn but don't tell him that you are going to take what he teaches you and go into competition against him in a few months!! He may not be impressed so be discreet!!



The daring of youth!!







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