30 years ago I was a detailer for the local Turtle Wax. Grew older and decided to let someone else do the work for me. Now coming back full circle, I don't even know how to properly wash my friggen car. I bought a foam cannon along with some Gyeon soap for it. I chose the Gyeon simply because that's what was used for the ceramic sealant on mine over Xpel PPF. I'm hoping for some basic tips from the pro's here related to a wash. Do I foam cannon over dry paint or wet first? Do I just let the foam do the cleaning or use a wash mitt? I did purchase a Cobra Gold microfiber mitt and matching towels. My chamois is apparently not the correct way for drying any longer either. I plan to use the microfiber towels but only "patting" dry, no wipes. My car rarely see's anything other than dust as it is not my DD. Separate towels and brushes will be used for the wheels. How about when I'm done with the microfiber towels? Can I wash them on their own with regular detergent? TIA for any help!
Same here, I operated the first mobile detailing center in NYC, 30 years ago. My last 7 toys were all black cars that were never PPF. I'm not beating myself anymore so I ordered my 5BW in Rift.. haha, should finally see this toy this month.
Anyway, here is my $.02
Rinsing the car first is critical to removing contaminants, etc. I use a wide pattern spray/hose that has high PSI (just not like a pressure washer PSI).
Then I use the cannon with ceramic shampoo since my DD, AMG is coated. Next is the 2 bucket system, they both have a screen type device at the bottom of buckets designed to be rubbed onto to remove any contaminants from my microfiber mitts. Don't apply any pressure when washing, just enough pressure to move your mitt, to avoid any marring, aka, fine scratches.
Then I run water down the car (hose set a 1/2 open valve) without any nozzle at end of the hose.
I have a small yet powerful blower to dry the entire car, if needed, M/F towel to dab any small water areas. Then sit back and smile.
M/F towels washed in warm water/heavy duty cycle works best. Like others said, only M/F towels in the wash and let air dry. If you put the towels in the dryer the tiny M/F fibers will pick up other debris stuck in the dryer drum that your eyes don't see. Also, I add 1oz of specific microfiber additive to the normal wash soap.
If you put a little time into the process of the wash, you will get high rewards.
I just helped detailed my buds 04 GTP with 150k miles on the clock, he was shocked how she came out. I should've charged him.. LOL
