99 Aston Martin DB7 Vantage Correction

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<em class='bbc'>Originally posted by Guess My Name [/i]
<strong class='bbc'>Dave wrap it with some electrical tape and maybe some of that rubber tape...or even heat shrink would work...Some protection is better than no protection. Accidents happen! [/b]</blockquote>Great tip Guess!! Yeah, accidents don't take holidays off and I'm sure I've hit some paint now and then, nothing too bad though.
 
There are some all metal ones from Smith & Hawkins. I got one last year, pretty basic model, on sale for $15. While it's a bit pricey, it's a real pleasure to hold and use. I expect it will last a long, long time.
 
This is a serious question; please excuse me if I sound like I'm trying to be a smarty pants!



What does a $100, $40, or even $20 nozzle do that a $6 nozzle doesn't?
 
>> What does a $100, $40, or even $20 nozzle do that a $6 nozzle doesn't?



I guess the same analogy can be made between a $500 beater car and a $50,000 BMW...anyway...one will last and perform as desired. The other will leak and break when you dont want it to.
 
Not to be a smart ***....butt....

Its the same analogy as why do you drive a BMW instead of a pinto. They both have 4 wheels and an engine and both will break down if you neglect them.



It has to do with one word : QUALITY



No one enjoys working with inferior tools
 
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<em class='bbc'>Originally posted by Chuckmotor [/i]
<strong class='bbc'>My sister gave me one from Wal-mart for Christmas. It was around $6 and has 6 different settings, and it's great! I don't know why anybody would need to spend any more than that. The nozzle I have is all anybody should need. It perfectly sprays water on the car for $94 LESS than the one from Griots. [/b]</blockquote>I have the same nozzle and find it wholly satisfactory too. It is the "Detailer's Choice" 6-way nozzle and the "shower" setting is ideal for almost all of my car work. $6 - such a deal!
 
What everyone needs is one of these:

Steam Thingy

Think of the uses:

*Use the steam capability to quickly clean engines, suspensions, and wheel wells
*Mix in a little cold water and reach the perfect temperature for cleaning wheels and tires. Optimize cleaning effectiveness of your favorite wheel and tire cleaner.
*Mix in a little more cold water to wash your car comfortably and safely in all weather conditions. Dial in the perfect temp for the perfect wash, every time!

Get rid of those little nozzles. Step up to a steam/water mixer. Available in Stainelss steel or bronze finish to match your garage decor.
 
Yep, that's it, We're Here. It is a deal, and I use the shower setting for most stuff. It works great, doesn't leak, and best of all, it's cheap! If it ever does break, which only can happen if it's abused, I can replace it for $6.



The bottom line is, the $6 nozzle wets the car, it hoses down what I need it to, and it rinses out the car shampoo. It does it efficiently, effectively, and best of all, inexpensively. My last name is Parsimonious.
 
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<em class='bbc'>Originally posted by banzaitoyota [/i]
<strong class='bbc'>Not to be a smart ***....butt....
Its the same analogy as why do you drive a BMW instead of a pinto. They both have 4 wheels and an engine and both will break down if you neglect them.

It has to do with one word : QUALITY

No one enjoys working with inferior tools [/b]</blockquote>Very true
 
Bummer.. been meaning to start a 'show me yours and I'll show you mine thread' put it off too long.



Here's my rig:

Back half is from Pep Boys: soap dispencer $9.00

Front from Target, 9.00.



Use the soap dis. for lower half of the car. By the time I finish the bottom then start the top it's empty. Then I wash normally from there.
 
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<em class='bbc'>Originally posted by pat5000 [/i]
<strong class='bbc'>I get mine from Sears. It has ~ 6 settings on it. One is called "gentle shower" and I use this setting for washing my car. I think the price is around $10. [/b]</blockquote>
I think I probably have one very similar that I got from Target. Works great on the "Shower" setting. There is no way I am going to spend $100 on a nozzle. Now, what I want to know is if anyone in this group has a washer and dryer just for MF towels. That would be sick.
 
Here's the web address for the brass and stainless French spray guns: http://www.smithandhawken.com/jhtml/site/catalog/Product.jhtml?PRODID=9454&CATID=71&PARENTCATID=16

I have the least expensive, which costs $19. For $13 more than the Detailers' Choice, it may not seem worth the cost to many folks. But this one feels great in the hand, works really smoothly, and has no parts to rust. When I think of things I spend money on, the $13 seems like very little for a longlasting item that gives pleasure each time its used.

If you have a Smith & Hawkin retail store near you, give them a call to see if they have the 2-way model still in stock. It's a real deal at $16.99. But for my uses, the smaller, lighter basic model does everything I need. I've never understood the use of the "6-way" models, when I can get soft mist or hard jet by just adjusting the one nozzle setting.
 
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<em class='bbc'>Originally posted by Likecars [/i]
<strong class='bbc'>Bummer.. been meaning to start a 'show me yours and I'll show you mine thread' put it off too long.

Here's my rig:
Back half is from Pep Boys: soap dispencer $9.00
Front from Target, 9.00.

Use the soap dis. for lower half of the car. By the time I finish the bottom then start the top it's empty. Then I wash normally from there. [/b]</blockquote>Looks cool! More details please? What's the function of the back half? Does it hold soap and thus spray soapy water on the car? If so, what are the suds like? Are the 2 pieces compatible as-is or did you ghetto-rig it?

Thanks for the info!
 
Yes the back half is the soap dispenser. I usually fill it with soap to wash the tires and bottom half (the idea being to loosen the heavy stuff before wiping). I picked up MGC to use as the soap, so sudsing is very good. You can see in the picture the soap on/off switch.



Once I start the upper half it's starting to run out so I get a nice initial rinse of soapy water to try and remove stuff before mitt application. I then use the standard two bucket wash from there.



No rigging. It's designed to be used with another nozzle. It comes with a piece for the front (picture a trianlge shaped piece) really gives a powerful jet if you want.



The pivot point rotates so no hose wrestling, really like that!
 
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