Messy Mini Van glad to be done.

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AutoNova

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This was today's detail, the interior of a 1999 Chrysler Mini Van. When people call that own these I just freakin shudder cause we know what's coming.



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Process:

Blew out interior with leaf blower then compressed air.

Sprayed carpet and tracks with APC 10:1, as well as all vinyl and panels.

Let sit for 10 minutes

Filled LGCM w/ Zep carpet cleaner

Sprayed carpet and let sit for 3 minutes

Went over 2x2 area with MCCulloch steamer

Removed water with LGCM
 
Looks Good! I personally don't mind doing minivans. After the benches are removed, I have tons of room to work, where as most of the smaller cars, are a pain in the *ss.
 
AutoNova said:
Process:

Blew out interior with leaf blower then compressed air.

Sprayed carpet and tracks with APC 10:1, as well as all vinyl and panels.

Let sit for 10 minutes

Filled LGCM w/ Zep carpet cleaner

Sprayed carpet and let sit for 3 minutes

Went over 2x2 area with MCCulloch steamer

Removed water with LGCM
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Looks good:up . Did you find that using the steamer before extracting helped the process?
 
Nice work! I also cringe when I get calls about minivans. Mark is right though, being able to remove the seats does make it easier.
 
LangMan37 said:
Looks good:up . Did you find that using the steamer before extracting helped the process?
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Oh yeah, it is a big help and you can also get gum and things off the floor this way also and reduce red marks. I only paid like $79 for the steamer.
 
sweet. My mom just gave me one. When you say red marks you mean red stains, right?

Mine is called an omega. It has a 9oz capacity and 900 watts.

Good enough?

This should be cool.
 
LangMan37 said:
sweet. My mom just gave me one. When you say red marks you mean red stains, right?

Mine is called an omega. It has a 9oz capacity and 900 watts.

Good enough?

This should be cool.
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9 oz is pretty small, does it have a brush with it and hose? Mine is like 32oz I think, enough to do one or two cars. The tips they gave me are no good, they melt as soon as you use them, but it came with a few brushes which hold up fine.
 
I'd like more info on the steamer / extractor. I'm seeking a cost effective way to get this capability.



Thanks!



Peter..in Denver
 
I have to say man that i have had the cleanest interiors I have ever done the last few cars I used steam, I mean it is no joke.

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I bought this steamer ar Harbor Freight tools. I simply use my LGCM to Spay down the carpet I take the steamer and with corner brush attachment i go over it. Then i suck the excess water out with the LGCM. the great thing is the steamer doesn't put out a lot of water but it removes everything.
 
I've seen those...good to hear they work!



Question...does the LGCM outperform a Shop Vac in this application? IOW is the LGCM a necessary part of this process? Sounds like it might not be....but you're the guy with the experience.





Peter
 
Peter Crowl said:
I've seen those...good to hear they work!



Question...does the LGCM outperform a Shop Vac in this application? IOW is the LGCM a necessary part of this process? Sounds like it might not be....but you're the guy with the experience.





Peter
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Well the LGCM does apply the product hot, it is a heated machine that is the real advantage, plus you can use different attachments to help clean different areas.
 
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