Soapy Shampoo?
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Soapy Shampoo?
Hi,
Having recently ran out of car shampoo, I am looking for some better stuff.
Most of the car shampoos I have used tend to turn the water bubbly and full of suds. However, when I put it onto the wash-mitt and wipe onto the car, it's almost as if I am cleaning the car with water and rubbing the dirt in, as oppose to cleaning it off. Is this normal?
I have tried all sorts of car shampoos, all different price brackets and to be honest, some of the more exensive stuff has been the worst.
I want something that stays soapy and does a good job. Any recommendations???
Also, what's this snow foam all about? Is it worth getting a kit?
Having recently ran out of car shampoo, I am looking for some better stuff.
Most of the car shampoos I have used tend to turn the water bubbly and full of suds. However, when I put it onto the wash-mitt and wipe onto the car, it's almost as if I am cleaning the car with water and rubbing the dirt in, as oppose to cleaning it off. Is this normal?
I have tried all sorts of car shampoos, all different price brackets and to be honest, some of the more exensive stuff has been the worst.
I want something that stays soapy and does a good job. Any recommendations???
Also, what's this snow foam all about? Is it worth getting a kit?
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RE: Soapy Shampoo?
The foam of a shampoo is not necessarily the best characteristic to look for... the shampoo should feel 'slick' to the touch as this will aid lubricity and help you reduce swirls, also the actual cleaning action is something that is obviously key!
I am currently on Zymol's wash... does everything you want, but quite expensive (smells great though!) i will be going over to this wash next http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/washing-a ... d_326.html dilutes 400:1 so should last a while
As far as snow foam is concerned, I love it, makes you feel like you should be in Pacha - Ibiza lol
If you have a pressure washer, get a foam lance, (if its a karcher, make sure the connection is plastic and not brass) whereas if you only have a hose buy a Gillmour Foamaster II, its the best foam you will get out of a hose...
The process WILL reduce swirls from your wash routine by reducing the surface contaminants before you even touch it with a mitt, but if your not using the two bucket method for washing, I would buy these first... or even, at the same time
Cheers
I am currently on Zymol's wash... does everything you want, but quite expensive (smells great though!) i will be going over to this wash next http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/washing-a ... d_326.html dilutes 400:1 so should last a while

As far as snow foam is concerned, I love it, makes you feel like you should be in Pacha - Ibiza lol

The process WILL reduce swirls from your wash routine by reducing the surface contaminants before you even touch it with a mitt, but if your not using the two bucket method for washing, I would buy these first... or even, at the same time

Cheers
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RE: Soapy Shampoo?
Thanks for the advice - really appreciated!!!
I do think a snow-foam kit is worth buying, but no pressure washer at the moment. Should I just buy the Foamaster or should I buy all the gear and a Karcher?
I do think a snow-foam kit is worth buying, but no pressure washer at the moment. Should I just buy the Foamaster or should I buy all the gear and a Karcher?
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RE: Soapy Shampoo?
Get yourself a good foam gun ..



Then you won't scratch the car ..
I then hand wash using a zymol sponge as they don't trap dirt



These are great for the wheels, but I don't think they can be bought anymore


A nice spray off

I now use Megs QD ...

one last thing ... I know I am sad ... I keep the exhausts clean inside and out .. LOL




Then you won't scratch the car ..
I then hand wash using a zymol sponge as they don't trap dirt



These are great for the wheels, but I don't think they can be bought anymore


A nice spray off

I now use Megs QD ...

one last thing ... I know I am sad ... I keep the exhausts clean inside and out .. LOL

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RE: Soapy Shampoo?
O M G , Are the pics of your car taken after a mechaphiles has been around .!!!!
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RE: Soapy Shampoo?
Top tip from a professional detailer... Johnsons Baby Bath (Blue Bottle), is very gentle on your wax!!! I've used it for the last few years with fantastic results.
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Lotus Evora GT410 Sport, Caterham 420R, CCM Spitfire, VW T2 Bay Window 1976
Past:
DB11 AMR, 992, 991.2, Yamaha MT01, 640d Gran Coupe, 635d Coupe, RS6 C5, Audi TT 225 Coupe, Astra with wind up windows, Citroen ZX, Rover 213, yes behold, a Rover 213... Renault 5
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RE: Soapy Shampoo?
Some great pics there!!! Your car looks great.
So what basic things do I need to get started?
So what basic things do I need to get started?
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RE: Soapy Shampoo?
wow indeed, iv got to get my one of those foam guns!
Money can't buy you love, but it can buy you a well sorted racecar
another cheap but great shampoo would be Megs shampoo plus
http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/washing-a ... d_322.html
costs £14.95 and will last you ages
Regards,
Jay
http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/washing-a ... d_322.html
costs £14.95 and will last you ages
Regards,
Jay
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I have ordered Citrus Wash & Gloss from chemicalguysuk.com along with a body sheild blitz spray (sealant)
Got a trial from a work colleague and the shampoo feels really smooth on application. The blitz spray is easy peasy to apply and takes no time at all to do. Had my car detailed professionally in June so want to keep it in A1 condition.
Used to use acid rain stuff from Supagaurd but this citrus stuff is amazing.
Got a trial from a work colleague and the shampoo feels really smooth on application. The blitz spray is easy peasy to apply and takes no time at all to do. Had my car detailed professionally in June so want to keep it in A1 condition.
Used to use acid rain stuff from Supagaurd but this citrus stuff is amazing.
I have had my own developed for i too had the same problem, My Auto-Wash is pH neutral and also stays very soapy on a lambs wool mitt and leaves a great finish.
http://www.autoshinecarcare.com/product_p/1101-00.htm
http://www.autoshinecarcare.com/product_p/1101-00.htm
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