View Full Version : a under carrage cleaner that works?
BWdiver
06-08-2009, 05:35 PM
What really works at getting rid of the road residue without having to physicly touch it. maybe I`m dreaming.
imported_wagonproject
06-08-2009, 05:38 PM
power washer, used with an APC or degreaser if needed.
Legacy
06-08-2009, 05:40 PM
Amazing Roll Off (ARO), but still need to be agitated in some areas.
yamichi
06-08-2009, 05:40 PM
Simple green and a pressure washer.
Suggestion: do it at one of those "you wash it" places so their recycling systems get the gunk rather than your sewer.
BWdiver
06-08-2009, 05:47 PM
tried the simple green, thought there might be something better, like Ardex or something. Thanks.
yamichi
06-08-2009, 05:47 PM
ooooooh that ARO stuff looks good. does it work as well as it says?
Accumulator
06-08-2009, 05:52 PM
Anything so potent that it`ll clean undercarriages without agitation would be too potent for my taste.
I just use APCs most of the time, but for an initial cleanup, you might try solvents if things are really greasy under there.
Once you get the undercarriage clean, it`s pretty easy to keep it that way. I just use brushes and/or old mitts. Do it at every wash and it`ll never get too bad.
duke4ever
06-08-2009, 09:05 PM
I use Orange Blast degreaser to clean the undercarriage. My undercarriage, well the rear wheel wells were pretty badly soiled, literally caked in crap. I had to use the orange blast multiple times and a pressure washer and a nice brush to get it all out. But like Accumulator said, once they are clean, just maintaining them is rather easy.
Barry Theal
06-08-2009, 09:23 PM
ardex purple rush is very potent dsegreaser that will do the trick.
duke4ever
06-08-2009, 09:34 PM
ardex purple rush is very potent dsegreaser that will do the trick.
Where do you even buy ardex stuff? I saw their website and they literally just have a text list of their products, no pictures, no detailed description, usage etc...
Darkstar752
06-08-2009, 09:40 PM
Where do you even buy ardex stuff? I saw their website and they literally just have a text list of their products, no pictures, no detailed description, usage etc...
Their store is in Philly. I think you have to call if you want to order, but they are terrible at calling you back.
PerroneFord
06-08-2009, 09:41 PM
Surf City Grime Destroyer. Clearcoat safe, unbelievable results. I am starting to buy it in bulk now.
Legacy
06-08-2009, 09:51 PM
Surf City Grime Destroyer. Clearcoat safe, unbelievable results. I am starting to buy it in bulk now.
Just got some SCGD to use on the lug nut holes. Hope it works as nothing I`ve tried thus far has worked.
Surf City Grime Destroyer. Clearcoat safe, unbelievable results. I am starting to buy it in bulk now.
SCoach,
Where can you purchase it in bulk? I`ve only seen the 2 liter bottles for $19.99.
PerroneFord
06-09-2009, 07:50 AM
Sorry, I`m a hobbyist. For me, a 2 liter IS bulk! LOL :)
Considering I cut it 3:1 and could probably cut it 5:1 for most applications, a 2 liter will last me for 6 months to a year. Not bad for $20.