What tools are in your truck washing cabinet?

[ram1500BH]

Most specifically what brushes, if any, are you using to reach those tall, hard to reach spots...but I am also interested in what else everyone has in their cabinet. Tire cleaners/interior/touch screen cleaner/etc. etc. Lets hear it!

 

[onelochevy]

Full arsenal of chemical guys products and a porter cable 7424 polisher

 

[bigdaddymac]

Just recently swapped over to the Chemical Guys products and I am very impressed. Of course I still have some Meguiars to use up and a few Meguiars go-to products I won’t give up. For the middle of the roof I have a soft bristled brush with bristles all around on a broomstick.

 

[jimk hunt]

Love Meguiars stuff. Microfiber mitts for me, no brushes on the paint. Plenty of good detail guys on the tube. Dallas paint correction, Pan the organizer and Ammo NYC among them.

 

[ram1500BH]

Chemical guys seem very popular....I picked up this kit https://www.chemicalguys.com/arsena...with-torq-foam-blaster-and-bucket/HOL126.html

had to go through amazon though, which ended up working out better as it was 20% off

 

[FirstTimeRamDriver]

Optimum products all the way, tag company for microfiber

 

[jimk hunt]

Rethinking my wash routine...

 

[Chrisdp23]

http://www.zainostore.com and have always been exceptionally happy with the results.

 

[amazing210]

adams all the way!

 

[WasatchBack]

Mostly Sonax, Menzerna, but some of everything mixed in. I keep my ceramic/ nano products elsewhere indoors.

 

[Ortiz7983]

Usually gets the pollen off the truck!

 

[famecity]

Jax Wax

 

[Ranger482]

Rethinking my wash routine...

That's how I wash all my vehicles. Dry quickly with Absorber towels. 2 bucket method never made sense to me.
Also a big fan of Zaino products. Been using them for 15 years with great results.

 

[Lize]

That's how I wash all my vehicles. Dry quickly with Absorber towels. 2 bucket method never made sense to me.
Also a big fan of Zaino products. Been using them for 15 years with great results.

I don't know why I hadn't thought to do this before, seems far better than buckets. Might be to do with the different microfibre cloths I used (as had a bag of them) but the soap was far thicker and smoother than the usual heavily watered down bucket stuff and seemed to glide over the panels very nicely. Think it rinses more easily and looks a bit better too. Will do this all the time and use the buckets for something else!

 

[ABQ Mike]

I have a pressure washer, various quick detail sprays and things for touch up, then for hard core its a Dewalt variable speed buffer and 3M products for waxes and brushes. Ive used them on my prior BMWs and lighter colored cars, but since this truck is black, and I dont have experience with the quality of Dodge paint, I will be proceeding with caution and going very slow/light at first.

I have an abundance of the Costco micro fiber cloths and such as well

 

[BGC]

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Chemical guys seem very popular....I picked up this kit https://www.chemicalguys.com/arsena...with-torq-foam-blaster-and-bucket/HOL126.html

had to go through amazon though, which ended up working out better as it was 20% off
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was thinking of getting this, do you still like it? Recommend it?

 

[NWRogue]

I'm old and lazy, I have a guy. Does amazing work, way better than I would do if I did it myself.

 

[Slumlord]

I use mostly Adam's and Chemical Guy's, they both make good stuff. All though for a quick detailer Meguiar's Quick Wax is awesome.

 

[Sherran]

I'm sure I'm not the only one who has spent way too much money on detailing tools/products. I was hesitant buying a black truck but must say I absolutely LOVE cleaning her. She gets a full exterior and interior clean about twice a month (even if she doesn't need it lol). I watch a lot of detailers on YouTube like The Detail Geek, Auto Fanatic, Chromatic Auto Detailing, Car Craft Auto Detailing (does very good comparisons). List below is my must haves but doesn't even touch the surface of my arsenal

Reaching the roof of my truck is a pain for me so I use this:

Amazon.com: HOUSE DAY 2-in-1 Car Wash Mop Mitt Long Handle Chenille Microfiber Car Wash Dust Brush Extension Pole Flexible Rotation Scratch Free Cleaning Tool Dust Collector Supplies,3 Pcs Mop Heads (Green): Automotive

Buy HOUSE DAY 2-in-1 Car Wash Mop Mitt Long Handle Chenille Microfiber Car Wash Dust Brush Extension Pole Flexible Rotation Scratch Free Cleaning Tool Dust Collector Supplies, 3 Pcs Mop Heads (Green): Brushes & Dusters - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

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I use two of these to dry the truck and prevent water spots (throw these in the wash before using them to get rid of any loose lint):

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0042Z0LEO/?coliid=I3SE2H1R9DBRMG&colid=1T8BTBCZT7XOM&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

These microfiber mits to do contact washes: (I have blue for paint and green for wheels)

Amazon.com: Relentless Drive Ultimate Car Wash Mitt (2 Pack, Extra Large) Premium Chenille Microfiber Lint and Scratch Free Sponge Glove: Home & Kitchen

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We have a lot of black trim on our trucks so I use this to prevent it from fading - I apply it every wash but I don't think it's necessary to do so that often:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KN0UOEE/?coliid=I2UHWGKX7SJKMC&colid=1T8BTBCZT7XOM&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

I use waffle weave towels to prevent any streaking on the windows:

Amazon.com: The Rag Company (3-Pack) 16 in. x 16 in. Yellow Waffle-Weave 370gsm Microfiber Detailing, Window/Glass and Drying Towels - LINT-Free, Streak-Free: Home & Kitchen

Amazon.com: The Rag Company (3-Pack) 16 in. x 16 in. Yellow Waffle-Weave 370gsm Microfiber Detailing, Window/Glass and Drying Towels - LINT-Free, Streak-Free: Home & Kitchen

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Dog Hair? No problemo:

Amazon.com: Lilly Brush Mini Pet Hair Detailer Dog Hair Remover, Cat Hair Remover, Pet Hair Remover

Find Lilly Brush Mini Pet Hair Detailer Dog Hair Remover, Cat Hair Remover, Pet Hair Remover and more at Amazon.com

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These brushes are a little expensive. I use them for the grille/emblems and I haven't added any swirls/scratches to the paint:

Amazon.com: Detail Factory Ultra-Soft Detailing Brush Set, Comfortable Grip and Scratch-Free Cleaning for Exterior, Interior Panels, Emblems, Badges, Gauge Cluster, Infotainment Screen: Automotive

Buy Detail Factory Ultra-Soft Detailing Brush Set, Comfortable Grip and Scratch-Free Cleaning for Exterior, Interior Panels, Emblems, Badges, Gauge Cluster, Infotainment Screen: Automotive - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

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[Slumlord]

I'm sure I'm not the only one who has spent way too much money on detailing tools/products. I was hesitant buying a black truck but must say I absolutely LOVE cleaning her. She gets a full exterior and interior clean about twice a month (even if she doesn't need it lol). I watch a lot of detailers on YouTube like The Detail Geek, Auto Fanatic, Chromatic Auto Detailing, Car Craft Auto Detailing (does very good comparisons). List below is my must haves but doesn't even touch the surface of my arsenal

Reaching the roof of my truck is a pain for me so I use this:

Amazon.com: HOUSE DAY 2-in-1 Car Wash Mop Mitt Long Handle Chenille Microfiber Car Wash Dust Brush Extension Pole Flexible Rotation Scratch Free Cleaning Tool Dust Collector Supplies,3 Pcs Mop Heads (Green): Automotive

Buy HOUSE DAY 2-in-1 Car Wash Mop Mitt Long Handle Chenille Microfiber Car Wash Dust Brush Extension Pole Flexible Rotation Scratch Free Cleaning Tool Dust Collector Supplies, 3 Pcs Mop Heads (Green): Brushes & Dusters - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

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Thanks for sharing, I'll definitely be picking up the wash mitt on the handle thing. Even on my step latter I have a hard time reaching the top of the truck and doing the back glass without getting in the bed.