Spray & Wipe usage

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jauto98

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I was wondering if anyone could tell me how you use PB Spray & Wipe, specifically what you use to clean your vehicle (sponge, mitt, towel, etc). Also, any other tips you use. Thanks!

Jeff
 
ok well ill address the primary question.

2-4 sprays per panel. lightly wipe over the surface. flip to dry side of towel and buff. that easy.

dont use it on anything mroe than light grime/dirt. consider it a type of wash ud use when u washed u're car 2-3 days ago and have some light dirt. instead of taking out the hose and bucket u just pull out spray and wipe.


use a nice plush microfiber for spray and wipe. amkes it just that much easier with less chance of marring
 
Also remember, it is Spray and WIPE, not rub....take your time, wipe lightly, let the chemicals do the work, not your elbow. If your not getting enough cleaning action, use more S&W.
 
Craigster said:
Also remember, it is Spray and WIPE, not rub....take your time, wipe lightly, let the chemicals do the work, not your elbow. If your not getting enough cleaning action, use more S&W.
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What he said ^

Also, change mf towels a lot. I use 4-6 when I S&W my car - they get dusty pretty quick.
 
I use soft & absorbant microfiber towels, they can be plush or not depending on the amount of dirt you are trying to remove...the more dirt the plusher and more absorbant the microfiber should be. Remember all microfiber are not the same no matter how thick they look!!! Test a small area with very little product, as you get use to using it you will use less. 2-3oz should do an entire vehicle when you've gotten it down. AND as Craig said, "It's Spray and Wipe, NOT Spray and Rub:)
 
Do a search you will find alot of feedback on technique. Everytime you use it you will find ways to alter your technique for better usage. I spray a panel a couple of times, fold your MF drop on the panel and lighty wipe down the panel once then flip to a clean side then go over the panel again. When I 'm done using S&W I go over the car again with either S&G or NXT speed detailer. It bring out that gloss shine
 
I use Spray and Wipe most often during the winter months.



I mist S&W on surface of our SUV (4-5 oz) after my initial rinse down, as a pre-wash. S&W actually starts breaking down the salt/grime i.e. the abrasives that I don't want to scratch my surface. Then, I'll rinse down a second time before I wash. This doesn't totally eliminate marring, but it really reduces it a lot (I have a black Tahoe).


I plan to try out this same proces with Bug Squash this winter.
 
I can make a few suggestions on MF towels that I find work really well with S&W.

1. The PB megaplush towels in a 16" x 16" size.

http://www.poorboysworld.com/microfiber.htm

2. I also really like the 18" x 36" ultra micro fiber towels sold by Brilex Solutions. I got one free on an order I placed and found they do a really good job with S&W and one towel should suffice for even SUV's, unless your dealing with a level of dirt that really isn't suited to S&W anyway.

http://www.brilexsolutions.com/microfiber_towels.php
 
Great tips. I plan on ordering from PakShak as they have a great deal on some imperfect WW towels (Fantastic drying towels), so i figured I get some S&W for the winter months, but wasn't sure if I need to get any "special" applicators. Figured I get the smaller size S&W and try and see if I like it. If I do probably will buy the gallon size! Living in GA has some perks as I don't have to worry about salt and grime during the winter time. Keep the tips coming!

Jeff
 
CharlesW said:
Tip #1. Order the gallon now.:)

Charles
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I concur I picked a gallom of S&W during his anniversery(sp?) sale. I won't go back to 32/16oz only gallon from now on.
 
Good points! Especially the gallon. I have gone through about 3 or 4 gallons while detailing. I like to use meguiars supreme shien mf towels for S+W and I will tell you why. They are the same width as a towel but the lenth is twice as long. You can fold the towel many different ways to get a clean part. I can always do the car in one towel when I fold it up so many different ways.

Greg
 
When is this anniversary sale for Poorboys. Generally what kind of sale does this consist of? I just bought S&W, SS&S, and Bold'n Bright from Pakshak, but got the smaller version, hopefully with the spray with it. If I like it, hope I can take advantage of the anniversary sale. Will get the gallon(s) since I have 3 vehicles and whatever I do on the side!
 
S&W is pretty amazing. I posted awhile back asking if it left some kind of sealant on my paint when I used it, but was informed that it's just cleaning that well and not leaving anything behind. When I wash and dry my car, it's smooth, but not as smooth as when I use S&W afterwards. Then it feels like I just waxed/polished the paint. I don't know what's in it but whatever it is it works well. I have found that light pressure, forward and back motions with a MF towel produce the best results. As someone said, don't rub it in, but quickly remove it with light pressure. Also, just a light spritzing with even coverage works for me. I'm amazed at how long some of these polymer sealants last these days.

Also as a side note.. I used Poorboy's Pro Polish on my windshield, and it was the best thing I ever did. It got out the waterspots that were all over it even when the car was brand new, and permanently smoothed the surface of it. I know there was some talk of some versions of Pro Polish having a diminishing abrasive, and I guess my batch did.. because it physically altered the surface in a good, smooth way. Now if I ever get a new car again, I am going to polish the paint and windshield first thing!
 
PB's Anniversary was last month, it hurts when you miss it! However look forward to Christmas as I know Steve will have something up his sleeves (or DC will root for sales...)

tomd333, the reason your paint feels so good after using S&W is because since it cleans (safely not removing wax) it often takes the wash residue you might get after drying. In a way, your getting the natural state.
 
tomd333 said:
Also as a side note.. I used Poorboy's Pro Polish on my windshield, and it was the best thing I ever did. It got out the waterspots that were all over it even when the car was brand new, and permanently smoothed the surface of it. I know there was some talk of some versions of Pro Polish having a diminishing abrasive, and I guess my batch did.. because it physically altered the surface in a good, smooth way. Now if I ever get a new car again, I am going to polish the paint and windshield first thing!
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1. Did you do this by hand or with a PC?
2. If you used the PC, what speed seemed to work best?
3. Did you use a polishing pad?

Charles
 
CharlesW said:
1. Did you do this by hand or with a PC?
2. If you used the PC, what speed seemed to work best?
3. Did you use a polishing pad?

Charles
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I often use Pro Polish on my windshield. I use a PC with a Lake Country polishing pad at speed 4. Work the product until it starts to disappear, then wait until it looks dry. Wait a little longer. Wait some more. Then, wipe off the residue. [If you don't wait until the polish is completely dry, it will be difficult to wipe off cleanly.]
 
awd330 said:
I often use Pro Polish on my windshield. I use a PC with a Lake Country polishing pad at speed 4. Work the product until it starts to disappear, then wait until it looks dry. Wait a little longer. Wait some more. Then, wipe off the residue. [If you don't wait until the polish is completely dry, it will be difficult to wipe off cleanly.]
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Thanks! I shall try that in the near future.

Charles
 
I've done it using my rotary at about 2000-2500 rpms with a polishing pad and pretty decent pressure. It works nicely to get every little thing out of the windshield, just be sure to tape off your trim very carefully, that much polishing power applied to the window seals might not be the best thing for them. Also, be sure to follow up with a durable sealant such as KSG, FMJ, UPP, or EX (I've used these on my windshield and they all work very nicely). Once you do this you should replace your wipers, this will allow you to keep the windows extremely clear for months.

A nice little side fact, at speeds above about 40 wipers won't be needed in any rain (the more the better) water won't even be able to think about staying on your windshield.

One more thing, the best thing to clean the windows in the above mentioned state is, what else, Spray & Wipe. It won't diminish your sealant protection and it will clean everything better than a glass cleaner. Follow w/ S&G for some extra pop.
 
Would it be safer, in terms of avoiding poteltial marring and swirling, to use waffle weaves rather than plush microfibers with Spray & Wipe? :confused:
 
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