AdventurePoser

I'd like to able to wash all three of our vehicles efficiently and more often, even when it is cold (38-48f). The hands in the bucket thing does not work for me, when it is very cold.

The car gets too dirty for "rinseless" washing.

I'm thinking if I could moisten the car, lay down a thick coat of foam and then gently use a micro fiber towel to dislodge the dirt, that would be the best solution. The next step woud be rinsing with a hose, and then driving the car into the garage to dry, wax, etc. I'm looking at the "HOL 301" from Chemical Guys...

So, here are my questions....I don't have a pressure washer, so I'm wondering if I use a foam gun that attaches to a garden hose? I'm also wondering how effective is this technique?

Anything that gets my hands away from cold water, even briefly, AND cleans my car would be a solid win for me.

0Killrwheels@Autogeek

A foam gin that attached to your hose is great to presoak a vehicle before washing. You should really still use the 2 bucket wash method to avoid swirls.

Onve washed and rinsed, pulling the car into a warm area while drying is a great idea. Using a Masterblaster or McKee Car Blower can help dry car quickly and avoid hands staying cold. You then simply spritz the paint with Detail Spray of your choice and lightly wipe or blot to remove any spotting or leftover water. These sprays are often well lubricated and add glossing agents too.

www.autogeek.com

AdventurePoser

Thanks very much!

tractman

I used a foam gun and love it. I also use rubber gloves that come up almost to my elbows.....I don't have any issue with my hands getting cold or my sleeves getting wet. The gloves remain flexible so my dexterity is good so I have no problem handling the wash mitt. My Corvette is not driven in the winter....but I have three other vehicles that require frequent washing in the winter months.

AdventurePoser

I appreciate your input. I'd rather not buy a pressure washer if the foam gun works well..

C5Longhorn

I just bought the Autogeek foam gun but haven't had a chance to try it out. I will post feedback once I'm able to.

Rick

rkj427

I use an Adam's Foam Gun, year round when winter weather cooperates temperature wise with great results first foaming, then 2 bucket wash.................. pull inside after rinse to dry using waffle weave microfiber drying towel or Master Blaster, final wipe with Detail Spray.

http://adamspolishes.com/shop/exteri...-foam-gun.html

ronkh57

Just a side note..........
A "foam gun" will not give you a "thick foam"........

A foam cannon or foam lance (need to be connected to pressure washer) will.

MAD IN NC

I have a HOL 301" from Chemical Guys and is great fro laying down the soap, use a microtowel covered sponge to get at the dirt, rinse with the HOL 301 water mode, the use a Stihl Magnum 600 leaf blower to dry car. Takes longer to clean the wheels than it does to wash the cars/ truck

ronkh57

This is what a foam gun looks like

rkj427

you may need to adjust the amount of car shampoo................

Mike Phillips above using Autogeek foam gun....................

383 Z06

In my experience I tend to use a lot more soap with just the foam gun at the end of the hose. It's what prompted me to purchase a power washer. More even and seemingly thicker coat. I shopped around for power washers and have seen plenty of detailers use the more cost effective electric units with great success. I personally went with a lower power more all purpose PW from home depot and it has made my life WAY easier.

LT1xL82