*** Car Wash / Valet / Detailing Thread ***

[jpaul]

I think you need contact wash on the tyre side-walls - I had used a scrubbing brush on mine (elbow grease kenai ?)
would be nice to clean the fallout off of the brake calliper shields, too
... still looking for a decent bottle type brush to clean the nooks on the wheels though (as much as the meguiar ufibre is good for big gaps)

 

[Jonnycoupe]

Just got a stubby gun with nozzle attachments from a TikTok shop for £11. Looks okay so I’ll see how I get on with it later

 

[jpaul]

.. still looking for a decent bottle type brush to clean the nooks on the wheels though (as much as the meguiar ufibre is good for big gaps)

seems an interesting wheel solution https://carscope.co.uk/products/wheel-weasel

 

[GTAMADDOG]

For the tiny gaps inbetween the spokes on both my BMW MV2 and MV4 wheels, I use the smallest detailing brush I have, which basically looks like a glorified paintbrush. I also have a soft Vikan wheel brush which I sometimes use for the same task as the detailing brush if I want to do the same job in a bit of a rush. Aside from that I also have a Temu special wheel mitt for the main part of the wheels and an EZ Detailing brush for the barrels and arches.

I've used P&S Beadmaker a couple of times recently after it has been sat at the back of the cupboard for ages. There is definitely something to it as the first time I used it this year I got comments on the shine even though I always use some kind of detail spray after a wash. I just remember not being at all impressed by the hydrophobics on the roof/bonnet/boot and I think it was a bit of a dust/pollen magnet. I think if such a thing as a completely dry week existed in this country I'd probably use Beadmaker a bit more.

For the winter months I used a concoction of Sonax BSD mixed 70/30 with Gyeon QD. BSD for the hyrophobics in the rain with Gyeon mixed in to add a bit of slickness and gloss as BSD isn't known for either. No adverse effects that I noticed by mixing them together. For spring/summer I'll likely go back to by old favourite which is Soft 99 Fusso Coat Speed & Barrier, but I don't use it as a drying aid, so it requires an additional step which you can usually afford in the dryer months.

 

[GravyMonster]

For my car it thankfully has large gaps between the spokes so the large Megs brush works a treat. For the wife's car with narrow gaps in the spokes I use an old mitt to contact clean the front and rear of the spokes as well as the barrels as much as possible.

I also use a medium sized detailing brush to get in to the wheel nut recesses and around the valve.

 

[V_R]

I've always washed my cars myself and I'm slowly getting into better habits with things like clay bars and coatings (other than waxing), but I've never 'washed' my tyres. I picked up a spray to dress them the other day. What's the process for getting the most out of it?

Tyre scrub brush, Surfex HD. Then I dress with Gyeon Tyre Serum.

 

[V_R]

I need a slim wheel brush (microfibre preferably) as my usual 'medium' Meguiars one can't get between the calliper and barrel with the new wheels. Any suggestions?

 

[jpaul]

For my car it thankfully has large gaps between the spokes so the large Megs brush works a treat.

I agree that brush is great, as V_R says (have the bent one) .. why can they sell one with a thinner spindle and depth of ufibre 'tassles';
Have been using paint brushes with 50mm bristles which are ok/gentle but you can't push them beyond the face/lip.

Another couple of things I considered
- 30mm pipe cleaners https://www.amazon.co.uk/Caydo-Cleaners-Chenille-Projects-Decoration/dp/B0CMTP5HXD
- chenille microfibre dusters, or mop covers you could put on your own former https://www.lakeland.co.uk/46570/lakeland-flexible-chenille-duster

 

[dannyjo22]

I need a slim wheel brush (microfibre preferably) as my usual 'medium' Meguiars one can't get between the calliper and barrel with the new wheels. Any suggestions?

I just use these or similar from any other pound shop type place. I was going to take a picture of mine but figured this shows them just as well. Very low profile and some you get can be bent into shapes like shown on the link. I've got the dunelm ones when on offer but B&M Poundland etc all tend to stock something similar. Some I get are noodles one side, microfibres cloth the other which is great for my wheel sealants. I have stacks of these now, any time I'm in a cheap shop I pick a couple up.

Long Flat Chenille Microfibre Duster Wand | Dunelm

* Flexible, long and flat design * Detachable Duster head * Soft Microfibre Composition Effortlessly tackle dust and dirt with this flexible chenille duster. Designed with a long, flat shape, it easily cleans under surfaces and reaches hard-to-access spots without scratching furniture, walls...

www.dunelm.com

 

[Colonel_Klinck]

Dropped the Mustang off at GT101 for Boyd to work his magic with a paint correction and ceramic coat. He posted this earlier on FB. Paint is looking fantastic! He also suggested it would look much better with some lower spring on it... and as the wheels were coming off anyway.... I bet they've used that line many a time and of course it worked! Hopefully picking it up Wednesday.

Magnetic Grey is just one of those colours which comes to life once machine polishing is completed and ready for coating. Hard to believe this Mustang... | By BR Car Detailing | Facebook

Magnetic Grey is just one of those colours which comes to life once machine polishing is completed and ready for coating. Hard to believe this Mustang...

www.facebook.com

 

[Antony101]

My Karcher K2 has killed itself over winter it appears so I need a new pressure washer for cleaning the car. What's a good cost effective pressure washer to grab these days? Should I just get another K2 or is there any other picks out there?

 

[xs2man]

Personally I'd go for an AVA P55 Go if I was looking for a "lower end" machine. Although the P40 would probably be more comparable to the K2.

 

[MrRockliffe]

I’ve booked to do some training on wet and dry sanding vehicles with Clean and Shiny.

Looking forward to it as Kelly Harris is running it.

 

[dannyjo22]

Thankfully it uses the Karcher attachment so you can get a lot of cheap lances which are decent.

Sorry to go back, but I've found the AVA I want on offer without the Lance for a decent price. When looking for 'reputable' lances like the MJJC ones they state not suitable for AVA pressure washers:

MJJC Foam Lance (Cannon) S (V3.0)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING CONNECTORSIf you have a short trigger gun (or are purchasing a short trigger gun), you will need to 1/4 quick release option from the drop down menu.If you have a Kranzle Pressure washer, please check whether your connector is a D10 or D12 and select accordingly...

www.in2detailing.co.uk

Am I right in thinking if I buy one of these I can just swap the connector out myself and put this in the AVA short gun and use the MJJC?

Foam Cannon PRO V3.0 Connector for AVA Pressure Washers

Foam Cannon S V3.0 Connector for AVA Pressure Washers

mjjc.com

I was curious that you said it uses the karcher attachment but everywhere I look doesn't sell a gun supplied to fit the ava.

 

[MrRockliffe]

Sorry to go back, but I've found the AVA I want on offer without the Lance for a decent price. When looking for 'reputable' lances like the MJJC ones they state not suitable for AVA pressure washers:

MJJC Foam Lance (Cannon) S (V3.0)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING CONNECTORSIf you have a short trigger gun (or are purchasing a short trigger gun), you will need to 1/4 quick release option from the drop down menu.If you have a Kranzle Pressure washer, please check whether your connector is a D10 or D12 and select accordingly...

www.in2detailing.co.uk

Am I right in thinking if I buy one of these I can just swap the connector out myself and put this in the AVA short gun and use the MJJC?

Foam Cannon PRO V3.0 Connector for AVA Pressure Washers

Foam Cannon S V3.0 Connector for AVA Pressure Washers

mjjc.com

I was curious that you said it uses the karcher attachment but everywhere I look doesn't sell a gun supplied to fit the ava.

I wonder why it isn’t compatible. I use a V2 and it works just fine

 

[jpaul]

?£17 https://avaofnorway.com/products/ava-male-lance-fitting?variant=50687352275271

With the AVA male bayonet adapter, you can easily connect accessories with threads to AVA or Kärcher guns. The adapter has ¼ threads and is compatible with a maximum pressure of 160 bar. AVA's improved bayonet system makes it easier to use other suppliers' systems and makes them easier to assemble. You can also use the adapter if you want to use the AVA gun for professional equipment.
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cynical proprietary connectors 3rd parties are catching up on ?

 

[ShiWarrior]

V2 is still better apparently

 

[Draeger]

Decent wheel brush suggestions, guys?

I've been using a Halfrauds one but the plasticy bits have a habit of dinging the wheels a lot - not scratched any paint yet but the Halfrauds ones seem to have a huge handle compared to some other ones.

 

[Firegod]

Got some Soft99 Glaco de Cleaner coming from the exterior glass. Been using Stoner Clean & Repel for ages so fancied a change. I like the Soft99 waxes, I did both cars with the King of Gloss the other weekend.

 

[GravyMonster]

Decent wheel brush suggestions, guys?

The large Megs wheel brush works well for for wheels with relatively large spaces between the spokes, go medium if yours are a bit tighter. Then use a detailing brush or old wash mitt to get in the bolt holes and rear faces.