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![]() For brands like this, I tend to ignore the generic workhorse chemicals like APC, glass cleaners, bug removers, tar removers, iron removers ect. Instead, I like to select the products that best differentiate the brand from its competitors or items that I will use the most. Incredible Suds - this is a pH neutral soap that produces extremely thick foam, so much they actually revised the dilution rate since release. It seems to be a thicker soap, similar to Adam's Car Shampoo and has a blueberry fragrance. I also like how they made sure it works in a foam cannon and a bucket. https://carcareco.com.au/product/diy...credible-suds/ Rinse-less Wash - another rinse-less product to add to my collection. This is a surfactant based product, similar to McKee's N-914 and Bowden's Dry Spell. Unlike those two, DIY Rinse-less can actually be foamed to increase the pre-soak dwell period. Apple scented. https://carcareco.com.au/product/diy...inseless-wash/ Ceramic Gloss - a Si02 spray sealant or drying aid that can be used across all exterior surfaces, including glass and plastic trim. Gloss and slickness are the drawcards. Sweet fragrance. https://carcareco.com.au/product/diy...ceramic-gloss/ Tire Dressing - I mean, I certainly didn't need this product, but I'm a slut for tyre dressings. Water based and able to achieve gloss if desired. Citrus scent. https://carcareco.com.au/product/diy...tire-dressing/ Interior Clean & Protect -a interior quick detailer that can be used across all surfaces; plastics, leather, display screens. It offers UV protection and leaves a matte finish behind. Apple scented. https://carcareco.com.au/product/diy...clean-protect/
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Rather than just test it straight away I decided to pull the karcher apart while I was in the mood for pulling things apart. Couldn't see anything obvious after opening it up so decided to dismantle it a bit more. Ended up spewing all the oil out... Whoops. A quick google suggests they use just motor oil so topped it back up and put it back together. I thought I'd managed to put it all back together as good as new but when I hooked the hose up it just leaked out from inside somewhere so I'm going to have to pull it apart again. Hopefully it's just an o'ring that needs replacing. I'm hopeful I can fix it as I only recently bought the 10m extension hose and not sure it will fit the newer karcher models and if i change brands it won't fit either so really hoping the old karcher can be resurrected.
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You will most likely have unseated an o-ring, which despite being aged, it would have still been doing it's job, the movement would have disturbed it and caused it to fail.
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Is a k2.180. When I bought the extension hose there were 2 types. One to suit the newer models and one to suit older ones from memory. I'll have to double check. Like I said earlier, mine is about 15 years old.
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https://www.supercheapauto.com.au/p/...it/628828.html Karcher K2 1800 parts diagram - https://spareparts.kaercher.com/shop...talog/02260000 As I mentioned yesterday, typically they are not serviceable, so I'm a bit surprised they offer a seal kit at all.
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@DFB FGXR6, have you ever used the new NV stormfoam? I haven't tested mine out yet. I'm still using my Waxit original. The reason I got the second one is so I can have one dedicated to cleaning wheels and keep a permanent brake buster mix ready to go in it.
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https://www.waxit.com.au/collections...39998585471065 I run three foam cannons...................... ![]() I too have the original Waxit foam cannon, which I tend to dedicate to alkaline or acidic soaps so that I don't accidentally run the wrong soap across the car. ![]() The MTM PF22.2 (latest bottle design) is what I use for general washing. ![]() And I have the older PF22 (older, less stable bottle design) for Brake Buster. Again, the different bottle design helps reduce the risk of mistaken use. ![]() So no, haven't used the newer Waxit foam cannon. The main advantage of the newer design is the more stable bottle with an easier to fill wide neck. If it were me, I would run the older cannon with Brake Buster, the newer one with soap.
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This one. I think it's just screw in vs quick connect, so would likely still be compatible with later models, just with an adapter.
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Do you mix fresh every time and rinse all the cannons out everytime? Or do you keep a mix in the canon ready to go for next time? I'm just worried the chemicals will destroy the foam cannon over time if store it like that. |
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![]() For soap, I once left the remainder of the mixture in the bottle, which is less of an issue compared to Brake Buster. However, I have got into the habit of emptying what's left from foaming the car into my wash bucket. This means I start fresh each time. There is some suggestion that the minerals in the water have the ability to reduce the foaming capability when left for an extended period.
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I've also ordered a new aerator from bowdens. I tested the cannon and initially it was still just watery bubbles but came good after holding the trigger in for 10sec or so. Not convinced it's as good as new so will just replace it. They recommend flushing with straight water after each use so I'll get in the habit of doing that in the future.
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Std garden hose O ring was too fat. Inside diameter was fine, just outside diameter too big. Managed to find one in amongst my stuff that fitted.
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Round one already done!
Ran a clean microfibre cloth over the car to catch dust and lint. Used some boss gloss and more cloths to remove any water marks to clean and prepare the surface. The Jet came well packed in a padded box with the screw top and spray attachment separate. Removed the cap from the bottle and replaced with the spray nozzle. The bottle lists curing time as 1-2 hours. We have showers passing through, so im giving it many hours than that before applying the next coat, then many more again to cure. ****apologies for multiple posts and large image - not sure why its done this ****
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Round one already done!
Ran a clean microfibre cloth over the car to catch dust and lint. Used some boss gloss and more cloths to remove any water marks to clean and prepare the surface. The Jet came well packed in a padded box with the screw top, and spray attachment separate. Removed the cap from the bottle and replaced with the spray nozzle. ![]() The bottle lists curing time as 1-2 hours. We have showers passing through, so im giving it many hours than that before applying the next coat, then many more again to cure.
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I emailed bowdens asking for a price and availability of the aerator. They emailed back today saying they'll send one out free of charge. Twice now they have provided that kind of service regarding their products. Well done Bowdens.
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Their website does not show spare parts for the foam cannon, so I wonder if they will send you the aerator or complete new foam cannon.
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Good customer support. I've tried a similar thing with breville (who I also happen to rate very high for customer service) but they don't provide parts that aren't already available separately, so it's good that bowdens stand by their product like that.
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First chance for a decent drive since we got the car....
![]() and it rains, of course. ![]() After another wash, i was interested to see how the water beads. These are after hosing off. ![]() ![]() Not sure if this is typical or not. Theres are at least 3 coats of jet on there now.
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You can then hit the car with a blower and most of the water will shoot off the car.
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After washing the Mustang this morning, it gave me a chance to finally try a product that had been sitting in the cabinet unused for a couple of months.
This bottle of Koch Chemie S0.02 was part of a giveaway prize, and for whatever reason, I didn't have an urgency to use it. And boy, was I missing out! https://www.detailstore.com.au/produ...475405ed&_ss=r https://autobuff.com.au/collections/...-sealant-s0-02 https://detailingshed.com.au/product...24ec29d3&_ss=r ![]() S0.02 is a ceramic spray sealant, one that is known for it's high-gloss finish and is claimed to give the paint a "velvety surface and a clearly visible colour deepening". The lack of information provided by Koch Chemie on S0.02 really does this product a disservice, as this is one of the best spray sealants I have ever used! What a fantastic product! I had no solid expectations for this product, mainly because of the lack of information, but this would have to be the easiest spray sealant I have applied. A little goes a long way, not because it becomes streaky, but because it simply spreads so easily. One to two sprays per panel is all that is needed, the surface instantly becoming "velvety" slick. I applied this with two FTW towels, the dry second towel was largely not required. The scent is similar to their interior products, mild and not overly sweet. S0.02 produced so much slickness that I had issues putting the car cover on after the detail! ![]() Application is easier than either NV Lustre or Jet, is slicker than OG Drying Aid and requires far less product per vehicle than Bead Maker. It will be interesting to see if S0.02 is as hydrophobic as NV Jet. There is no other way for me to put this, just BUY SOME! Yes, it's expensive, but as mentioned, a 500ml bottle will go a very long way. S0.02 is probably one of the most surprising products I have used in a long time.
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Does it go on over top of any coating already on the car or do you have to do a strip wash first?
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![]() This is the Koch Chemie product description/instructions....... "Efficient sealing spray for a quick and easy achievement of a high-gloss surface. Gives the paint a velvety surface and a clearly visible colour deepening. The sealing components create a perfect water beading effect. Areas of use - Painted surfaces on cars, commercial vehicles, motorcycles etc. Recommendations for use - Spray one to two sprays onto the cleaned and dry paint surfaces. Do this component by component and divide large surfaces such as the bonnet and roof. After a brief evaporation time, polish off all residues with a clean microfiber cloth. Do not allow it to dry. The treated vehicle must not be washed with chemicals on the same day. Warnings - Shake before using. Before using, check suitability and compatibility. Protect against frost and excessive heat. Safety data sheet available on request for trade users. Notice - This product information can advise you only without obligation. Liability on our part can not be derived. Please, check whether the product is suitable for your application. We will be pleased to assist you." A lot of gobbledygook to me! No information on prep other than washing, no longevity claims, no compatibility information.
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Out and about this morning and a passing shower went over. ![]() To add some detail, the car is filthy. Hasn't been washed for a few weeks now. The beading is still quite good so I snapped a pic. Not a bad advt for the longevity of these products. I do spray my drying towel with a bit of boss gloss, but not enough to act as a coating.
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@DFB FGXR6 what do you think of Gyeon Wet Coat? I've been given a bottle to try. Haven't had time to use it yet but might give it a go on the weekend
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