The Ultimate Jimbo’s Detailing Car Wash Routine
Want the safest, smartest, and easiest way to wash your car from top to bottom? This is the complete product-by-product routine using every Jimbo’s Detailing product. No fluff—just real-world results and a system that works.
✅ Foam the car while dry (no pre-rinse)
✅ Let it dwell, rinse, then foam again and contact wash
✅ Dry with the right towel and protect with Tough As Shell
✅ Use Complete Cabin Cleaner and All Dressed Up for interiors and trim
✅ Scroll down for every product link and step-by-step breakdown
Step 1: Foam First with The Super Soaper
Skip the pre-rinse. Go straight to foam. The Super Soaper clings to dry paint, breaks down dirt fast, and actually works better when not diluted by water.
Learn more: Why You Shouldn’t Pre-Rinse Your Car
Step 2: Clean the Wheels with Pure Magic Cleaner
While the foam dwells, hit your wheels and tires with Pure Magic Cleaner. It’s an acid-based cleaner that melts brake dust and grime fast—just don’t let it dry on the surface.
Learn more: How to Use Pure Magic for Wheels & Tires
Step 3: Rinse, Re-Foam & Contact Wash with the Orange Wash Microfiber
After rinsing, re-foam and do a contact wash using the Orange Wash Microfiber Towel. It safely lifts dirt without dragging grit across your paint.
Learn more: What’s the Best Towel to Wash Your Car With?
Step 4: Dry with the Massive Drying Towel
Once rinsed, use the Massive Drying Towel to absorb water fast. This minimizes water spotting and keeps your protection layer intact.
Step 5: Apply Tough As Shell for Paint Protection
Before the next wash, protect your car with Tough As Shell ceramic spray. It adds slickness, water beading, and makes the next wash easier.
Learn more: Spray vs. Wipe-On Ceramic Coating
Step 6 (Optional): Polish with Picture Perfect Polish
Want to level light swirls and boost gloss? Use Picture Perfect Polish with a DA polisher and choose your pad depending on the paint type.
Learn more: Do You Need a One-Step Polish or a Compound?
Step 7: Detail the Interior with Complete Cabin Cleaner + Scrub Buddy Pad
Spray Complete Cabin Cleaner on interior panels and agitate gently with the Scrub Buddy Pad. Safe for all surfaces, streak-free, and leaves a matte finish.
Learn more: How to Clean Your Car Interior from Top to Bottom
Step 8: Dress Trim, Tires, and Engine with All Dressed Up
Finish your detail with All Dressed Up. It’s a water-based dressing that brings back that clean OEM look—inside, outside, or under the hood.
FAQs
Can I follow this routine even if I’m a beginner?
Absolutely. This process was built for everyday enthusiasts and pros alike. It’s easy to follow and delivers great results every time.
Do I need all of these products for a basic wash?
No. For a quick and safe wash, start with The Super Soaper, the Orange Wash Towel, and Tough As Shell. You can build from there.
How often should I do this full routine?
Do the full process every few weeks. In between, just foam, rinse, and dry using Tough As Shell for fast maintenance washes.
