New car wash method

justin30513

justin30513

Mobile Detailing Services
I've been practicing this new method for about two week now. I've also tested for marring and streaking. There was none.



Vehicle....

2007 Ford F-150 Crew Cab



Step one....(5 minutes)

With my 2 gallon pump up sprayer filled with a diluted degreaser mix, I start at the front of the truck. I lightly spray the bumper, all wheels and tires, wheel wells, and lower rocker panels. I then pull my pressure washer hose out. This gives the degreaser time to work..



Step two....(5 minutes)

I pressure wash from top to bottom removing all loose dirt. I blast the wells, wheels, and tires. I also put my hose up because, guess what? I'm done with it!



Step three....(10 minutes)

This is the golden step. Take note that I DID NOT dry the truck. I take my bottle of 3D's Waterless Wash and spray a panel. I have elected to use a terry bath towel with this process. I can do the entire truck and wheels with one towel. Plus, the added thickness buries any dirt and grime. I actually observed marring with using a microfiber with THIS process. I do all the glass first since the towel will be the cleanest. I then work my way to the bottom and then finally, the wheels.



Step 4....(4 minutes)

I am using up my supply of tire gel so this step is taking longer than simply spraying. Spraying a dressing would save me 2-3 minutes. I am liking the tire gel look though and my customers love the durability.



Total time.....

24 minutes

With two people, two bottles of wash, and two towels, this time could EASILY be cut in half!

I charged 30.00 for this one and did 4 more in a two hour period. That's 150.00 in 3 hours.



3D's waterless wash is truly a tried and true product. I can clean 4-5 large vehicles per 32oz. Sure conventional washing is cheaper but I save a ton of water and this allows me to do more in a day. Waterless wash leaves the finish slick and shiny with a just waxed look. It even beads.



I did not take pics. This is simply a process.
 
Justin Murphy said:
I have elected to use a terry bath towel with this process. I can do the entire truck and wheels with one towel. Plus, the added thickness buries any dirt and grime. I actually observed marring with using a microfiber with THIS process. I do all the glass first since the towel will be the cleanest. I then work my way to the bottom and then finally, the wheels.
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From your statements, the nap is more important than the towel construction (cotton vs microfiber) so the fluffier microfibers would also work as well. Of course, in a process like this, technique is extremely important.
 
Bunky said:
From your statements, the nap is more important than the towel construction (cotton vs microfiber) so the fluffier microfibers would also work as well. Of course, in a process like this, technique is extremely important.
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I too was thinking about the thicker, 500 gram MF towels as well. They should work. The waffle weaves are just to flat.



Technique is very important. Windows first then around the sides then finally the bottom. I flipped the towel in sections so I wasn't hitting panels with a dirty towel.



Just really impressed with Waterless Wash and not having to have a bucket is very nice.
 
I can see how this would save time doing multiple filthy vehicles in a single location, but for how dirty cars typically get here, still can't beat ONR for speed. I know your situation is different though, glad to see you've found something fast and efficient!
 
Scott, this process is for my routine clients that are on my weekly wash or monthly wash and wax regimen.



The first timers ALWAYS get a traditional wash when they SIGN up. Believe me, most of the first timers have never had a good wash!
 
Hey John, are these W&W's getting an interior vac & wipe as well? I wonder if ONR diluted into a spray bottle may also be a good contender for this (supposedly still has quick-wax effect, yet much less expensive per car). What are your secrets for getting the roofs of these trucks? I'm jumping in and out of the beds to get the roof's done and building some awesome calves, but killing my time efficiency doing it :P
 
No interiors. I did 40 outside onlys this week and never started my vac. I too am gonna try the ONR due to pricing and see how it does by just spraying and wiping.



I just stand on tires and get in the bed as well. I'm gonna get a small ladder. It should actually save time if I'm not to lazy to get it out of my truck!
 
I use a similar method. The waterless i use is from p&s. In my trials i found ONR did not leave the same look or feel as the waterless wash product. I actually use the waterless in conjunction with ONR. I spray the panel with the waterless and the wash with ONR. With the exception of vehicles that have opti-coat applied the combo feels alot more slick during the wash and finishes better.



Just my opinion - take it for what its worth.
 
Great wash method Justin! Water(less) and ONR type products are definitely the way of the future as water restrictions get tighter. There is some speculation that parts of Texas will need to go to Stage 3 of water conservation next year.



I think Scottwax is ready though. :smile1:
 
Ben@Autopia said:
Great wash method Justin! Water(less) and ONR type products are definitely the way of the future as water restrictions get tighter. There is some speculation that parts of Texas will need to go to Stage 3 of water conservation next year.



I think Scottwax is ready though. :smile1:
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Thanks Ben. Tunch told me about this method so I modified it for my area. Vehicles are extremely dirty here!



I actually bought a dedicated 2 gallon pump sprayer for Waterless wash!
 
Ben@Autopia said:
I think Scottwax is ready though. :smile1:
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Yep. Pretty sure I have washed more cars with rinseless washes (QEW, then ONR when it came out) than anyone else in the world. I've been using them since 1993.
 
Thanks for the method Justin!

I am a using a similar method, but yours improves it! (pre-rinse with APC) I have been using very thick drying MF towels, some that I got in Costco 2 years ago. They were 3 towels and a MF wash mitt. They suck for drying, but are fantastic for waterless washing! ;) I can get away with 3-4 oz of 3D waterless / HD free for a midsize sedan, but I dilute it 1:1 to give it more time to sit on the paint and work its magic.
 
AlexRuiz said:
Thanks for the method Justin!

I am a using a similar method, but yours improves it! (pre-rinse with APC) I have been using very thick drying MF towels, some that I got in Costco 2 years ago. They were 3 towels and a MF wash mitt. They suck for drying, but are fantastic for waterless washing! ;) I can get away with 3-4 oz of 3D waterless / HD free for a midsize sedan, but I dilute it 1:1 to give it more time to sit on the paint and work its magic.
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Awesome to hear!

I have been also wondering about diluting Waterless Wash. Nice to see you're getting no marring at a 1:1 ratio!!!
 
AndyVo said:
...I actually use the waterless in conjunction with ONR. I spray the panel with the waterless and the wash with ONR. ...
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I do the same. I use Opti-Clean & ONR and usually OCW sprayed on before I dry.
 
Barry Theal said:
Very cool Justin, but Ill admit I would be lost with out my pressure washer.
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There is absolutely no way I'd work without one. I've timed it with and without and it's faster using it. Even with getting the hose out and putting it up. It takes me 2 minutes to do both.
 
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