Cleaning Products
Road Warrior
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 1,301
Likes: 24
From: Minden LA
I do use S100 on the black of the engine
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2015
Posts: 3,441
Likes: 1,427
From: pensacola fl
Optimum is not the only no rinse out there, but is the one I use the most. I detail cars on the side, paint corrections, coatings, etc.
This is how I do it:
2 buckets, 1 rinse bucket 1 wash bucket.
2 gallons of water in each bucket
1 oz. of no rinse in wash bucket and let your wash media sit in there for a few minutes before you start.
Wash a panel at a time, on a bike you could do 2 or 3. After you have washed, dry, I use a leaf blower. Done.
The no rinse has polymers in it that lift and float dirt debris etc. I was very skeptical at first but it really is a awesome product.
I wouldn't use it on something extremely filthy though. I also make a spray bottle mixed as a QD, and you can use it as a waterless wash. I have hard water where I live and water spotting is a PIA. The no rinse also softens the water.
It is very versatile and economical. If you have any more questions about the no rinse or any other "Detailing" questions just ask. Always willing to help
This is how I do it:
2 buckets, 1 rinse bucket 1 wash bucket.
2 gallons of water in each bucket
1 oz. of no rinse in wash bucket and let your wash media sit in there for a few minutes before you start.
Wash a panel at a time, on a bike you could do 2 or 3. After you have washed, dry, I use a leaf blower. Done.
The no rinse has polymers in it that lift and float dirt debris etc. I was very skeptical at first but it really is a awesome product.
I wouldn't use it on something extremely filthy though. I also make a spray bottle mixed as a QD, and you can use it as a waterless wash. I have hard water where I live and water spotting is a PIA. The no rinse also softens the water.
It is very versatile and economical. If you have any more questions about the no rinse or any other "Detailing" questions just ask. Always willing to help
Cruiser
Joined: Sep 2012
Posts: 192
Likes: 8
From: Placitas
Optimum is not the only no rinse out there, but is the one I use the most. I detail cars on the side, paint corrections, coatings, etc.
This is how I do it:
2 buckets, 1 rinse bucket 1 wash bucket.
2 gallons of water in each bucket
1 oz. of no rinse in wash bucket and let your wash media sit in there for a few minutes before you start.
Wash a panel at a time, on a bike you could do 2 or 3. After you have washed, dry, I use a leaf blower. Done.
The no rinse has polymers in it that lift and float dirt debris etc. I was very skeptical at first but it really is a awesome product.
I wouldn't use it on something extremely filthy though. I also make a spray bottle mixed as a QD, and you can use it as a waterless wash. I have hard water where I live and water spotting is a PIA. The no rinse also softens the water.
It is very versatile and economical. If you have any more questions about the no rinse or any other "Detailing" questions just ask. Always willing to help
This is how I do it:
2 buckets, 1 rinse bucket 1 wash bucket.
2 gallons of water in each bucket
1 oz. of no rinse in wash bucket and let your wash media sit in there for a few minutes before you start.
Wash a panel at a time, on a bike you could do 2 or 3. After you have washed, dry, I use a leaf blower. Done.
The no rinse has polymers in it that lift and float dirt debris etc. I was very skeptical at first but it really is a awesome product.
I wouldn't use it on something extremely filthy though. I also make a spray bottle mixed as a QD, and you can use it as a waterless wash. I have hard water where I live and water spotting is a PIA. The no rinse also softens the water.
It is very versatile and economical. If you have any more questions about the no rinse or any other "Detailing" questions just ask. Always willing to help
Thanks Denny
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2015
Posts: 3,441
Likes: 1,427
From: pensacola fl
Wash a panel or 2 and then wash media goes in the rinse bucket to rinse the dirt/debris out of the media. I always use 2 buckets. Why wash with dirty water? I also use a Grit Guard in each bucket
No rinsing with a hose at all, hence No Rinse
Panel or 2 = Fairing and front fender
Im sure their are youtube videos of it. Some guys will use a drying towel after each panel. I do also sometimes but would rather use the leaf blower.
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Jan 2011
Posts: 9,850
Likes: 220
From: Sacramento, CA.
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2015
Posts: 3,441
Likes: 1,427
From: pensacola fl
http://www.s100.com/ They have some great products.
Extreme HDF Member
Joined: Dec 2010
Posts: 14,778
Likes: 69
From: Badlands of ND
I have to jump on the S100 bandwagon as well. Also ammonia free glass cleaner is great on chrome and windscreens.
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