BLACKFIRE All N One All Purpose Cleaner- BRAND NEW PRODUCT!!!

[classofshine]

I like it better then OPT, OPT never worked that well for me on tires, always had to use full strength, and sometimes spray 2 separate times to remove all the grime. This was the last version, they have since up the strength. Plus I not a wuss to smells, but OPT made me choke everytime I used it. BF works great on tires, even my white letter BFGs @3:1, its a real gem!

[Bunky]

I like it better then OPT, OPT never worked that well for me on tires, always had to use full strength, and sometimes spray 2 separate times to remove all the grime. This was the last version, they have since up the strength. Plus I not a wuss to smells, but OPT made me choke everytime I used it. BF works great on tires, even my white letter BFGs @3:1, its a real gem!

Tires are tough for me too. OPC and Mothers All wheel and tire seem to do the best for me although I have also had to use OPC 2x with some good scrubbing. I have had less luck with ARO and Meg`s APC+. The problem is it is not often seen (residue tire brown) unless you dry the tire so sometimes I have a surprise,

[addysdaddy]

Hey Todd, what is the recommendation for a "paint safe" dilution ratio? Do I stick with 4-1 or can we use something a little stronger if needed?

[DHCrocks]

what is the difference between the BF APC and the interior cleaner? Seems like I could just get the APC and also use it as a interior cleaner which would reduce product stock but have just as many options for use by using different dilution ratios.

[07gtcs]

For stripping old wax off I`ve used full strength with a dawn wash. Wet car down, spray w/ APC (one section at a time) wash with mitt and dawn soap out of a bucket, then rinse.

Hey Todd, what is the recommendation for a "paint safe" dilution ratio? Do I stick with 4-1 or can we use something a little stronger if needed?

[addysdaddy]

For stripping old wax off I`ve used full strength with a dawn wash. Wet car down, spray w/ APC (one section at a time) wash with mitt and dawn soap out of a bucket, then rinse.

Thanks 07gtcs - I typically wash the car with my favorite car shampoo and afterwards spray a light coat of P21s TAW over the paint. After that is completely washed & thoroughly rinsed, I treat with Iron X (or similar) and rinse again. At the point I`m ready to clay & polish. Cleaning up between compounding/polishing steps, I`m using Menzurna Top Inspection to remove any residue. I`ve read that Dawn can dry out the rubber and is not the best choice for paint. Might pm Dr Todd on that one and of course, YMMV but better safe then sorry.

[classofshine]

what is the difference between the BF APC and the interior cleaner? Seems like I could just get the APC and also use it as a interior cleaner which would reduce product stock but have just as many options for use by using different dilution ratios.

Dont know, but BF APC is safe for interior, probably need at least 10:1

Hey Todd, what is the recommendation for a "paint safe" dilution ratio? Do I stick with 4-1 or can we use something a little stronger if needed?

I added 1oz bf APC to my recent wash and it stripped off Duragloss 105 that was 3-4 months old

[addysdaddy]

Dont know, but BF APC is safe for interior, probably need at least 10:1

I added 1oz bf APC to my recent wash and it stripped off Duragloss 105 that was 3-4 months old

Right, I`ve been using TAW straight for the same thing - seems to work well. I`m on my first try with BF APC so I don`t have an opinion quite yet, but will look to try it this weekend on my tires. Not scheduled for a full detail again until late September.

[Todd@RUPES]

Hey Todd, what is the recommendation for a "paint safe" dilution ratio? Do I stick with 4-1 or can we use something a little stronger if needed?

4 to 1 is as strong as I would recommend, although many have used undiluted as well. I`m not sure why you would need stronger unless combating some stubborn tar?

what is the difference between the BF APC and the interior cleaner? Seems like I could just get the APC and also use it as a interior cleaner which would reduce product stock but have just as many options for use by using different dilution ratios.

In terms of actual performance there is some overlap. Both, when used properly, will clean and remove soiling from interior surfaces. The real difference is in how they work.

There is nothing wrong with going with All N One APC and cutting product stock. That is what it was designed to do!

[addysdaddy]

bump - thx Todd, this write up really helps. Need a stronger leather cleaner for those tough spots and didn`t know the proper dilution ratio. And btw, I`m turning into a BF fanboy too.

[ZL1Mark]

Can BF APC be used safely on carpets undiluted?

[classofshine]

If you need to use it undiluted on carpets, then there is some really nasty crap on there. Ive never tried it, Id test a small unseen area first.

Can BF APC be used safely on carpets undiluted?

[ZL1Mark]

If you need to use it undiluted on carpets, then there is some really nasty crap on there. Ive never tried it, Id test a small unseen area first.

I`m more curious than anything. 4:1 works great, too. Love this APC!

[johnboy]

do you need to rinse it after when useing on carpet?

[Todd@RUPES]

do you need to rinse it after when useing on carpet?

Ideally yes, to prevent any residues from attracting more soil.