farm pick up trucks

Funny you should say that! Our comforter needed some additional drying time last night. I'm usually in the garage or in front of this forum. Despite the late hour I graciously volunteered to make the long trek to the garage for the additional drying time. While I was there I couldn't pass up the opportunity to spread some more PPG, 20 minutes later one dry comforter and a couple more panels complete with PPG!
 
I know what you mean about the lights. There's a restaurant we go to with some great purple, red, orange and green neon in front. Every time I se it reflected on the black car at night, I have to stop and stare at it for a while.
 
Hello,

Will be doing dirty, muddy trucks no doubt here. I have no power type of equipment or guns to pre-soak with foaming suds like seen here on site. Other than that--I use garden hose with the end piece to control water. Does anyone know of a product I can apply with towels to get heavy accumulated mud , dirt from roads off while spraying with my garden hose simultaneously? (like pre-soaking with something , not buying the foam gun I mean? ) Farmers have heard I'd like to wash/wax by hand this summer & some have phoned with their natural concerns. ( how will i get that off without power spraying? ) I haven't cleaned dirty muddy trucks ever? If I have to buy a power washer --system ---what are some suggestions for pick ups...?

Also, to wash the back flat beds of pick-ups---with mine only I've done, walk up in it, use my rags and start.. from window to back portion. How do others wash that section? softoa.
 
i wash my trucks when there really bad with high presure power washer. really this is the only safe way to clean real dirty paint/ wheels rims ect.. sorry i cant be more help..
 
I laughed---& was trying to figure out DIY_--it's do it yourself, right? or tell him to drive thru a car wash and spend the 5.00?
I'm not too bright when it comes to jokes you see---I'm thinking I've missed Flash Gordons idea perhaps---? Oh well, thanks--yes, that's what I'd have to do---drive it thru the car wash here to get rid of that as they have a truck brush inside. softoa..can't tell I'm basically pretty slow at all of this terminology.. But, nice to read about all of your ideas, products, etc...
 
I would also use a pressure washer whenever possible, one that has a gas engine, so its more portable and has more than 2 gpm (gallons per minute) rating. Get a nozzle that has a fan spray, a long hose for the water source, make sure you dont fire up the unit unless you have water running through the pressure washer first.
Be sure to relieve the pressure in the unit by pressing the trigger, whenever you shut the unit down.

If all else fails, they make a brass fitting for a hose that is similar to what firemen use - its necks down smaller at the output end and sends a pretty powerful pencil stream of water, which would work better on getting mud off.

Get the biggest diameter hose you can find that fits hose bibbs, which is normally 3/4" hose.

Good luck with this, you are going to get wet and messy..

Dan F
 
softoa said:
I laughed---& was trying to figure out DIY_--it's do it yourself, right? or tell him to drive thru a car wash and spend the 5.00?
I'm not too bright when it comes to jokes you see---I'm thinking I've missed Flash Gordons idea perhaps---? Oh well, thanks--yes, that's what I'd have to do---drive it thru the car wash here to get rid of that as they have a truck brush inside. softoa..can't tell I'm basically pretty slow at all of this terminology.. But, nice to read about all of your ideas, products, etc...
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Uhhh, I wasn't trying to be funny :o

Sorry about the acronym (DIY) yes, that is a do it yourself wash. The kinda place where there are 6-8 stalls and each one has a wand. You jam dollar biils in the slot and set it on the soap cycle. Go around to each fenderwell and hit it for 30 seconds or so. Then start back at your original fenderwell and go to town :StarWars:

You mentioned a drive thru wash....Never run a muddy truck thru a drive thru wash. Those bristles will get to grabbing chunks of mud/gravel and give your finish the beating of a lifetime :sarge
 
Oh, a gas pressure washer--and your following paragraph---good to know those details. I didn't mean driving a truck thru the car wash---our local car wash isn't a drive thru one, 2 stalls---lots of pick ups use it of course in this small town. No, I sure wouldn't drive a muddy pick up through one of those. I'm a pretty small female and not certain if I want to work a pressure washer though have seen people use them on driveways here. If I do buy one I'll get the type you've mentioned . It's only for summer time that I'd like to do some vehicles and don't mind dirt and mud etc. softoa
 
softoa said:
Oh, a gas pressure washer--and your following paragraph---good to know those details. I didn't mean driving a truck thru the car wash---our local car wash isn't a drive thru one, 2 stalls---lots of pick ups use it of course in this small town. No, I sure wouldn't drive a muddy pick up through one of those. I'm a pretty small female and not certain if I want to work a pressure washer though have seen people use them on driveways here. If I do buy one I'll get the type you've mentioned . It's only for summer time that I'd like to do some vehicles and don't mind dirt and mud etc. softoa
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Director The DIY is a pressure washer

Later down the road you may wanna check into getting you a small pressure washer. Home Depot/Loews/Tractor Supplie/Wal-Mart all carry them. If you can catch them when they have a sale. You can pick one up for $100 :partaaay2:

They are also nice to have around the House for cleaning decks/driveways/windows and whatnot. It could even lead into another way to get some cash flow :D
 
Power washers

I have a sears gas-powered washer and a smaller kracher electric unit the wife bought to use around the house. The cheap electric unit available at a lot of big box stores (wal-mart , target etc) suprised me on its amount of pressure and ease of use, and being quiet is a plus. Paul S
 
You have got some good ideas so far. A couple more, if I may:

1. If you have really good water pressure at home, buy a fireman's hose nozzle. They sell them at Home Depot and Lowes for about $20. You can adjust the spray pattern to a narrow blast of water to remove mud and crud.

2. A pressure washer is exactly what you need. As mentioned, you can find a basic electric washer from brands like Karcher and Campbell Hausfield for around $100. Home improvement stores, WalMart, tool stores, Harbor Freight Tools, Northern Tool and Equipt, Pep Boys, etc, all sell them. You can find plenty online. Heck, even the Pamida might have one.

3. More on pressure washers, ask around and see if someone is selling a used one. Lots of time, people want to upgrade but need to unload the old one. You might find a nice one for around $100-200. If you do buy used... and I feel silly saying this to an Iowa farm girl.... but make sure it works and comes with all the attachments so you can use it right away. A test drive will also help you decide if you can handle the power.

4. If you want to wax trucks, you really need a buffer or polisher. We talk about all kinds here, but you don't need to get all fancy. A used buffer, some pads, and some polishes and waxes will not cost a lot if you buy used. If you want to go new, a full kit will run you around $250-300. Used will be much cheaper but you will have to piece it together. Don't worry, we can help you with that if you decide to go down that road.

Hope all this helps. Holler at us if you need anything.
 
Hello,
Yes, Iowa farming community here.-- I'lll probably buy a new pressure washer if I find I have customers enough to warrant that..I've hand waxed and buffed my Mountaineer and pick-ups all my life, but I know a machine buffer is much more efficient with even better quality results. I may end up buying one of those items too if need be as I certainly cannot hand buff pick ups day after day for weeks on end.. !!! Takes too much time and continued strength.. Yes, it all helps, appreciate everyones input.. softoa..
 
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