What tool do YOU use to wash? (mitt, mf, brush?)

RAG said:
The ultimate wash tool as not yet been invented. I envision something similar to what Accumulator does, only with a easier/safer setup. I'd like to see a flow-through BHB where the water/foam solution exits at about 5-10 different points (not just the middle of the brush) so you constantly flush the entire brush. ANd the hose should be thin and flexible...like a 3/8" hose...and should angle into one of the ends of the brush.
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You should make those. I know one guy who would probably buy it. He buys everything. I think his name is Accumulator. :D
 
RAG said:
The ultimate wash tool as not yet been invented. I envision something similar to what Accumulator does, only with a easier/safer setup...
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Mikeyc said:
You should make those. I know one guy who would probably buy it. He buys everything. I think his name is Accumulator. :D
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Heh heh, I know just how I'd make the thing:



Two foamgun nozzles attached to one foamgun (that part of it wouldn't be all that tough, you'd just need some properly configured brass or stainless steel tubing and some appropriate solder). Both nozzles mounted to a BHB, each one positioned about two inches in from the ends of the handle, with slots cut in the handle for the suds to flow through (and thus into the bristles).



IMO the two inlets for the suds would be sufficient, at least with my (boosted) water pressure. You'd get plenty of suds and they'd migrate sufficiently. Not *quite* as good as more inlets, not quite as good as what I'm doing now, but still sufficient IMO.



The tricky part would be getting a secure attachment where the nozzles meet the handle. It doesn't seem like it'd be an insurmountable challenge, but OTOH it's not like I'm gonna whip one up any time soon either.
 
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^this^ was the best picture I could find on the microfiber sponge that I use for my car washes. forget that little sponge next to it but thats what kinda bone shaped microfiber sponge I use for my car washes. It's GREAT!.
 
That looks like the Megs QD sponge. I've also used it as a wash sponge and works very well. I mostly use sheepskinn mitts but also MF or geout sponge. I find MF seems to clean better IMO.

BTW, do you guys actually wear the mitts? I laugh at myself when I wash the car because I hold the mit instead of wearing it. Someone mentioned sheepskin with a sponge inside, I am going to give that a try.
 
I've been using Sheepskin and then microfiber sponges for the bumpers/lower panels.



I then used what i believe was a wool wash mitt. Felt even softer than sheepskin. I got it from advance auto parts.



I am now about to buy an try the deal at Chemical Guys. But 2 wash mitts get1 free for $9.95

Anyone have any input on CG's Mitts?
 
Wal-Mart sheep skin mitt. My last one (which is finally dieing) has lasted 5-6 years (several hundred washes). Just can't beat it.
 
Sheep skin mitt...though at first I did use a sponge when I started washing cars... which I found out later was a bad idea.
 
I DO have 2 sheep skin wash mitts myself but hardly ever use them. I'm always using all sorts of different things, right now it's this microfiber bone sponge-which I like alot!. But with the sponge, it's hard to get in the fender wells as easily as getting in there with the mitts. I don't wash my wheels or tires with the mitts or sponges untill i'm done with the rest of the car as this might end up scatching the paint job if you do the wheels and wheel wells before you end up touching the paint job with the same sponge/mitt etc. Do wheels and those such things last. Then wash the mitt or sponge really good, shake it HARD!, twist all the water off and bang it against something hard to get whatever else that MIGHT be left on it and you'll be good to go for the next round of washing.:up
 
I like typical body shop sythetic mitts. Soft, large, very easy to get a hold of, and almost as disposable as toilet paper :spot
 
Johnold said:
I DO have 2 sheep skin wash mitts myself but hardly ever use them. I'm always using all sorts of different things, right now it's this microfiber bone sponge-which I like alot!. But with the sponge, it's hard to get in the fender wells as easily as getting in there with the mitts. I don't wash my wheels or tires with the mitts or sponges untill i'm done with the rest of the car as this might end up scatching the paint job if you do the wheels and wheel wells before you end up touching the paint job with the same sponge/mitt etc. Do wheels and those such things last. Then wash the mitt or sponge really good, shake it HARD!, twist all the water off and bang it against something hard to get whatever else that MIGHT be left on it and you'll be good to go for the next round of washing.:up
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06E90 said:
That looks like the Megs QD sponge. I've also used it as a wash sponge and works very well. I mostly use sheepskinn mitts but also MF or geout sponge. I find MF seems to clean better IMO.

BTW, do you guys actually wear the mitts? I laugh at myself when I wash the car because I hold the mit instead of wearing it. Someone mentioned sheepskin with a sponge inside, I am going to give that a try.
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I use the Eurow Sheepskin and the chenille head covers that are supposed to attach to a handle used (I guess) for tops of suvs, vans, whatever. I never used the handle since I got like 20 of these covers for .50 a piece. They see duty on customers DD and the sheepskin are for the higher end vehicles; folks who really care and love their car. I've never seen any noticeable marring with either of these processes. I use ONR. 2 buckets with a homemade grit guard in the rinse bucket. I like to use a white bucket for my solution because you can really see how clean the water stays. Customers like that too.:usa



And no, I never put my hand INSIDE the mitt. Never got the point of that. :nixweiss
 
i've been using these SM Arnold mitts for years (been experimenting with others but keep going back to these), and haven't had any problems with them. also, i love that they are thumbless! :up



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Surprised there aren't more Chenille users. I have been using the Meg's Chenille mitts for about a year. I got 3 for $2.99 each on a Big Lots stop last summer. I was amazed at how much solution they hold. The down side is that they have all shedded since new. A lot actually, especially on textured plastic. I was using Meg's synth. sheep skin before. They don't hold nearly as much solution but they also don't shed. Anybody notice extra marring from Chenille? I haven't noticed any difference personally. I really want to try a MF mitt next. Any opinions?
 
RAG said:
If you had to give one up, would you keep the Menzerna abrasives or grout sponges? Just kidding. So you really long those things from Home Depot huh?
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Hmm. Where was I when you posted this??



Well, if I *had* to give one up you'd have to chase me down to get it.:D



Yes, I like them a lot. Any marring is easily cleaned up with 106ff and a green CCS on the rotary.
 
Johnold said:
I DO have 2 sheep skin wash mitts myself but hardly ever use them. I'm always using all sorts of different things, right now it's this microfiber bone sponge-which I like alot!. But with the sponge, it's hard to get in the fender wells as easily as getting in there with the mitts. I don't wash my wheels or tires with the mitts or sponges untill i'm done with the rest of the car as this might end up scatching the paint job if you do the wheels and wheel wells before you end up touching the paint job with the same sponge/mitt etc. Do wheels and those such things last. Then wash the mitt or sponge really good, shake it HARD!, twist all the water off and bang it against something hard to get whatever else that MIGHT be left on it and you'll be good to go for the next round of washing.:up
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Johnold:

If you use the same mitts/sponges to wash wheel wells and wheels that you use on the paint - you are creating the risk of some serious marring.



You shouldn't just not use the same wash mitt/sponge for wheels and paint in the same detailing session - you should never use them both places.



There is too much risk that you won't be able to get all the grit/brake dust out of the mitt/sponge no matter how well you clean it after you finish a washing job - and the next time you let it touch paint, you could do major damage.



Separate tools to wash wheels/tires vs. paint is the standard Autopia practice.
 
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