Waterless Car Washes

[BigBull]

Gents -

I'm sure there is another board I can look for...but why not ask the refined, knowledgeable men (& women) of B&B. If there is another thread for this, pardon me I didn't find it.

Who's used these products before? Which have you found to be most effective? Whats your technique in using them?

I've recently purchased a Black Silverado and would like to try something like this. I don't invision it replacing the need for a real wash...but maybe I'm wrong. Thanks for your input.

 

[JDTTO]

It sounds like an effective way to scratch your car.

If you shave wet, why would you wash dry?

Sorry, not the educated answer you were looking for, just my 2 cts.

 

[El Mysterioso]

Griot's Garage makes some great waterless car washing products. You must also use their special microfiber cloths, which are not cheap, but they give a good result. I would not use them on a new paint job (especially black) unless the car was already relatively clean to begin with and just needed a touch-up. Essentially you spray the product on and wipe with the cloth in one direction, remembering to constantly rotate and change the cloths as they get dirty. The product acts as a lubricant, and the microfiber cloth traps and lifts the dirt.

 

[cb91710]

Check out http://www.autopia.org

Those guys are detailing nuts (says the guy who shaves with pieces of steel sharpened on flat rocks).
I used a "waterless" product that I got at an RV supply house and it worked okay, but I was not impressed.
I would not used it on a black vehicle.

 

[swcarter]

There are several "waterless wash" products on the market and in my experience they work really well. Developed at first for areas that have water restrictions. These are really "no rinse" products. Leading producer is Optimum No Rinse Wash and Shine. To learn more, try AutoGeek.net and its related excellent forum. Leading forum for car detailers. Good luck.

 

[BigBull]

Thanks to those who posted helpful comments. I'm not sure how wetshaving has any correlation to car washing - and I'd submit that any dirt or grime, whether using water or not, is a possible material to scratch the paint. I clearly stated I don't think this product would replace a normal carwash.

I will check the forums above. My thoughts are to use it when the car is relatively clean. I live in Florida and it rains frequently. I run it through the wash or handwash it every week. It would be more for the waterspots, and handprints, etc.

I think the point about the truck being black is a very valid one. May want to rethink the whole thing but I'll read the other forums and see what they think. Thanks again!

 

[ouch]

Wet shaving.
Dry washing.


What's the world coming to?

 

[BigBull]

Wet shaving.
Dry washing.


What's the world coming to?

A New-World Order. Please exercise your right to vote!

 

[Judge Dredd]

Do we need to start a thread on cold-water car washing v. hot water?

 

[FreddyG]

ONR No rinse is supreme...79 buys and 100% positive rating can't get better then that! I only use this product on my car between waxes. It has to be diluted and can be used as a quick detailer, clay bar lube and all purpose wash. It also leaves a layer of protection behind too. Also cuts the wash time (and cost) in at least half. Buy it and you won't be disappointed I promise you. Detailed image sells a kit with a waffle weave towel that makes a prefect combo. Welcome to the addiction of automotive detailing. I've spent close to $1000 building the ultimate detailing garage and have done over 6 straight months on forums like this one except for detailing. Hope this helps

http://www.detailedimage.com/Optimum-OPT-M36/No-Rinse-Wash-Shine-2010-Formula-P444/32oz-S1/

 

[FreddyG]

Thanks to those who posted helpful comments. I'm not sure how wetshaving has any correlation to car washing - and I'd submit that any dirt or grime, whether using water or not, is a possible material to scratch the paint. I clearly stated I don't think this product would replace a normal carwash.

I will check the forums above. My thoughts are to use it when the car is relatively clean. I live in Florida and it rains frequently. I run it through the wash or handwash it every week. It would be more for the waterspots, and handprints, etc.

I think the point about the truck being black is a very valid one. May want to rethink the whole thing but I'll read the other forums and see what they think. Thanks again!

If the car is well maintained then it completely replaces the need for a "traditional" wash.

 

[DrColossus11]

It sounds like an effective way to scratch your car.

If you shave wet, why would you wash dry?

Sorry, not the educated answer you were looking for, just my 2 cts.

+1 I ran a car wash for over a decade. I would NOT use anything like that on a new BLACK vehicle.