Detailing help needed.

[Chapppers11]

I'm in need of a portable pressure washer due to no outside tap, does anyone have one to recommend? I have seen the Mobi Portable pressure washer http://www.mobiwasher.co.uk/shop/
Is 15L a big enough tank to be able to clean the whole car without refilling? I'd like a Karcher but I can't see one that won't need a hose connection.

I also need to be able to snow foam with this, so will I be able to attach an I4D snow foam lance to it?


I need to get hold of some more microfibre cloths, where is the cheapest place to get some decent quality ones from?


I've been looking into a new Wax and I've come across Zymol Carbon. I'm after nice beading and a wet look, is this the right wax for me? I'm currently using Dodo Juice Orange Crush and I like using it as I get good results, so will I really benefit much more from the Zymol Carbon?


If anyone can answer all or just individual questions it would much appreciated, thanks

 

[Alex_225]

Is there a specific need for a mobile washer? As in taking it to shows or something like that? Reason I ask is that I've heard great things about Optimum No Rinse which only requires a small amount of water and is by all accounts very safe on paint. Might be a good option over something like the washers you've linked to above.

http://www.detailingworld.com/forum/showthread.php?t=195294

Hope that's a bit of help mate.

 

[James28]

You can get attachments for normal pressure washers (Karcher/Nilfisk etc) That have a little pipe that you can put in a bucket of water, then the Pressure washer sucks water from there rather than a hose?
Probably a better bet.

 

[Chapppers11]

I'm going to be moving to a new flat in July and I can't be sure that I will have a water source for weekly washing, so I thought a portable system would be best.

 

[Chapppers11]

Can anyone help? Even if it's just one question you can answer

 

[James28]

Will you not have access to power either?

 

[Chapppers11]

I may or may not, but I'm sure I could run an extension lead through if its necessary.

 

[James28]

So would my solution I posted above not be any good then?

 

[Chapppers11]

Yes it would be, but it's not ideal! thanks for the advice.

I think i'd rather go with a portable one, can anyone recommend one?

 

[JD]

A short search reveals...

http://www.cliosport.net/forum/showthread.php?617692-No-outside-tap&highlight=pressure

 

[JD]

In answer to the other points;

MFs - Eurow ones for the paint work, Costco cheap ones for arches and interior cleaning.

Wax - what do you want from the wax and what is your budget? Longevity, looks, ease of application etc?

 

[Chapppers11]

Hi JD, thanks for your reply.

I've seen that thread before and it was inconclusive and didn't recommend a pressure washer that I can use with a snow foam lance.

As I said in my OP, I'm after nice beading and a wet look at the end. I'd like to spend £50 but will stretch to £100.

 

[JD]

Hi JD, thanks for your reply.

I've seen that thread before and it was inconclusive and didn't recommend a pressure washer that I can use with a snow foam lance.

As I said in my OP, I'm after nice beading and a wet look at the end. I'd like to spend £50 but will stretch to £100.

In that case, a pressure washer like a Karcher or Nilfisk, coupled with a bucket of water is your answer. Failing that, pressure wash down at a local garage and then ONR.

Glasur fits the bill for £100, Carbon for £50, Natty's Blue for £12.

What colour is your car?

 

[Chapppers11]

Looks like I'll be getting a Karcher then!

It's red as per my Avatar, is the Zymol only good for certain colours then? The reviews I've read on that one appeal to me most I think.

Thanks for your help.

 

[C2kev]

I may or may not, but I'm sure I could run an extension lead through if its necessary.

surely then you could run a hose pipe along side too?