View Full Version : Using my steamer
Anthony O.
02-09-2007, 11:53 PM
Here is a quick video I took of me cleaning a grungy tire. I sprayed the tire and wheel with Optimum degreaser, let it dwell for a few minutes then hit it with my steamer and the jet nozzle at 65 psi.
Try and ignore the background music.....had no idea it came through that loud!!
I did this to give many of you a preview of what a steamer can accomplish. These tires were very grungy as can be seen in the Click and Brag thread.
Anthony
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BigAl3
02-10-2007, 12:45 AM
nice little video, once again anthony :) . my little nephew (10 years old) just commented on how he likes that song... :laugh:
useth4z
02-10-2007, 12:48 AM
A-ha`s "Take on me"
LastDetail
02-10-2007, 02:03 AM
"AND NOW IT`S READY FOR DRESSING!
Haha! Man that really did seem to do the trick though, just seeing the funk drip off onto the ground. Nice work.
Pennypacker
02-10-2007, 02:45 AM
I like the videos. What kind of steamer are you using? Thanks.
imported_smprince1
02-10-2007, 08:49 AM
I agree and use my steamer on the really nasty wheels and tires in a similar manner. The steam jet is also especially usefull at blasting out those tight crevices and lug nut recesses on the wheel.
justin30513
02-10-2007, 09:11 AM
Ron has bragged to me about the steamer you have there. Looks awesome plus saves you a ton in chemicals and keeps you from having to carry them with you. I might have to invest and........
"Take one onnnnnnn. Take it on!"
MMasz
02-10-2007, 09:12 AM
Outstanding! I wouldn`t be without my steamer. It does a great job blasting out dirt and old wax from crevices, cleans dashboards/consoles and just about everything!
RTexasF
02-10-2007, 09:31 AM
I too am curious as to brand(s) will put out such continuous steam. The one I have is pitiful and not worth the effort to use.
The wheel and tire look terrific, great timesaver without compromise.
klnyc
02-10-2007, 09:58 AM
Aha(the band)....man thats soo 80s.
Hey Ant, is thats a Tr5 or Tr6? I only see the hose, I didnt see the tank.
Man, I have the TR5 and works wonder :)
Great video any more?
Anthony O.
02-10-2007, 11:27 AM
Morning everyone....I should be working but it`s cold and I`m a weather wimp:chuckle:
The steamer I am using is now about 3 years old.....great machine and it has never given me any problems. I check it out and clean it out routinely and the only thing Ihave had to do to it is re-splice the wire as it comes from the unit due to cracking.
The unit I have is this one Portable Steamer "Best Buy" (http://www.topoftheline.com/vaporblitziv.html)
Do a Google search to shop around if you like. Be weary of steamers at "BLOW OUT PRICES!! as they may not be very good.
You want to look for a steamer with a good warranty on their boiling unit, a good PSI, at least 55 psi (mines 65 psi), an on/off switch at the handle and continuous fill is handy to have also.
Always try and use distilled or soft water in yoru machine as this will promote a long and healthy life span for the boiling unit.
Thanks so much for the encouraging words people, much appreciated.
Anthony
imported_rydawg
02-10-2007, 01:11 PM
Great video Anthony! I borrowed a friends steamer once and I could not believe how usefull of a tool it was. It cleans better than anything and is very quick at it also. The prices are up there, but well worth it and it`s my next investment. Once you try one, you will hooked for life.
Anthony O.
02-10-2007, 01:33 PM
Great video Anthony! I borrowed a friends steamer once and I could not believe how usefull of a tool it was. It cleans better than anything and is very quick at it also. The prices are up there, but well worth it and it`s my next investment. Once you try one, you will hooked for life.
Thanks,
and yep:werd:
ZaneO
02-10-2007, 01:58 PM
Always try and use distilled or soft water in yoru machine as this will promote a long and healthy life span for the boiling unit.
My Piccolo steamer specifically states not to use distilled water (as does my warm-mist humidifier :D ). Are other steamers different?
Anthony O.
02-10-2007, 02:09 PM
My Piccolo steamer specifically states not to use distilled water (as does my warm-mist humidifier :D ). Are other steamers different?
No kiddin? I believe mine stated to use distilled water.....I`ll now need to check my instruction sheet, if I can find it.
Thanks for the heads up ZaneO