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MODIFYING OR DETAILING YOUR I30 => EXTERIOR => Topic started by: CraigB on May 05, 2018, 07:08:40

Title: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on May 05, 2018, 07:08:40
I was speaking with a few local detailers about better options for prewash/foaming as the foam cannon I have works well but I get barely enough time to cover the car before chewing through a litre of mix :crazy1: which isn't very economical for the wash liquid I use or the water use.

A quick demo on the IK 9 foamer was enough to impress me so I've ordered one from ZAS  :link: IK 9 Foam Sprayer/Foam Lance - ZAS (https://www.zas.com.au/product/952/ik_9_foam_sprayer_foam_lance.html)

If I make up a tank (5ltrs) with 40mls of wash liquid I should manage to get several washes now depending on which foaming valve I go with, even double washing will be more economical :)
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Dazzler on May 05, 2018, 08:05:31
That's awesome Craig. I might recycle one of my 5 litre weed sprayers... Thanks for the idea.  :victory: (starting to sound like Gonz!)  :lol:

You didn't really think I would spend that sort of money on a foamer...  :whistler:

But some members might.  :hatoff:



Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on May 05, 2018, 08:14:23
 :goodjob:

As long as the weed sprayer has an adjustable air intake nozzle to create foam then it should work :undecided:
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Dazzler on May 05, 2018, 08:23:14
:goodjob:

As long as the weed sprayer has an adjustable air intake nozzle to create foam then it should work :undecided:

It has! Cool...  :happydance: ..and any residual weed killer in the sprayer will stop any weeds growing on my car! Bonus!
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on May 05, 2018, 08:26:41
 :crazy2: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl:
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: John B on May 05, 2018, 08:29:55
Wont stop the dogs weeding up your wheels though :snigger:
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: The Gonz on May 05, 2018, 09:18:34
I might recycle one of my 5 litre weed sprayers... Thanks for the idea.   (starting to sound like Gonz!) 
:rofl:
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Dazzler on May 05, 2018, 09:38:28
I might recycle one of my 5 litre weed sprayers... Thanks for the idea.   (starting to sound like Gonz!) 
:rofl:

I didn't think I'd need to tag you...  :mrgreen:

How's Elena enjoying the new car?
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: The Gonz on May 05, 2018, 09:50:33
Loving it. She texts and calls every day.

The last few times were about what 'high beam' means and whether the centre rear view mirror is adjustable by hand and what octane fuel to use.

Today she called to tell me she was driving with the sunroof open. While we spoke (using the Android Auto in-car hands free) the lane departure warning chimed, which gave us a laugh. :lol:
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Dazzler on May 05, 2018, 09:55:15
Loving it. She texts and calls every day.

The last few times were about what 'high beam' means and whether the centre rear view mirror is adjustable by hand and what octane fuel to use.

Today she called to tell me she was driving with the sunroof open. While we spoke (using the Android Auto in-car hands free) the lane departure warning chimed, which gave us a laugh. :lol:

Glad she's happy... Happy Wife, happy life. I'm also pleased she went the i30.  :victory:
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on May 05, 2018, 10:01:41
Loving it. She texts and calls every day.

The last few times were about what 'high beam' means and whether the centre rear view mirror is adjustable by hand and what octane fuel to use.

Today she called to tell me she was driving with the sunroof open. While we spoke (using the Android Auto in-car hands free) the lane departure warning chimed, which gave us a laugh. :lol:
We're still waiting for her photos for the gallery :)
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Cookie Thumper on May 05, 2018, 10:03:34
these things just spray on the soap then ya use a sponge ?
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on May 05, 2018, 17:39:38
these things just spray on the soap then ya use a sponge ?
They spray on a specialised foaming wash like this  :link: Optimum Car Wash 946ml - ZAS (https://www.zas.com.au/product/426/optimum_car_wash_946ml.html) which clings to the surface for a prolonged amount of time allowing the dirt to be lifted away harmlessly without using a sponge that will drag particles of grit across the paint work causing those circular scuff/scratches in the clearcoat which require polishing to remove.

My process:
Spray foam the car and after several minutes before it dries hose off, any leftover dirt on the panels can then be washed off normally (bucket wash) or spray foam a second time and lightly sponge off then rinse by sheeting the water, sheeting will remove most of the water on it's own.

I'll then give the car a light spray of detailing gloss enhancer  :link: Optimum Instant Detailer & Gloss Enhancer 504ml - ZAS (https://www.zas.com.au/product/427/optimum_instant_detailer_and_gloss_enhancer_504ml.html) which helps with the final drying process and gives a lovely glossy shine, use a super thick microfibre drying towel (not a chamois) while the car is still wet with gloss enhancer.









Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Smokeyr67 on May 05, 2018, 18:49:25
these things just spray on the soap then ya use a sponge ?
They spray on a specialised foaming wash like this  :link: Optimum Car Wash 946ml - ZAS (https://www.zas.com.au/product/426/optimum_car_wash_946ml.html) which clings to the surface for a prolonged amount of time allowing the dirt to be lifted away harmlessly without using a sponge that will drag particles of grit across the paint work causing those circular scuff/scratches in the clearcoat which require polishing to remove.

My process:
Spray foam the car and after several minutes before it dries hose off, any leftover dirt on the panels can then be washed off normally (bucket wash) or spray foam a second time and lightly sponge off then rinse by sheeting the water, sheeting will remove most of the water on it's own.

I'll then give the car a light spray of detailing gloss enhancer  :link: Optimum Instant Detailer & Gloss Enhancer 504ml - ZAS (https://www.zas.com.au/product/427/optimum_instant_detailer_and_gloss_enhancer_504ml.html) which helps with the final drying process and gives a lovely glossy shine, use a super thick microfibre drying towel (not a chamois) while the car is still wet with gloss enhancer.

That sounds like my wash routine, at least for the first 3 months, for the next year it's a thorough wash with the Karcher, and finally it slips to an annual visit to Car Lovers :)

In all seriousness, while the IK 9 looks great, if your a bit cost concious I'm sure you could get get very similar results with one of these  :link: Nylex 12L Backpack Garden Sprayer | Bunnings Warehouse (https://www.bunnings.com.au/nylex-12l-backpack-garden-sprayer_p2962006)
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Shambles on May 05, 2018, 19:04:57
They spray on a specialised foaming wash like this :link: Optimum Car Wash 946ml - ZAS

Well thanks for that. I've just bookmarked a UK ebay seller (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Optimum-Car-Wash-Concentrate-32oz-1-Litre-Wax-Friendly-Well-Lubricated/272924041086) (£19.99 :eek:) and am looking for a decent foam lance for my Vax VPW4 (2500W).

It's a great time to be alive :D
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on May 05, 2018, 19:27:42
That sounds like my wash routine, at least for the first 3 months, for the next year it's a thorough wash with the Karcher, and finally it slips to an annual visit to Car Lovers :)

In all seriousness, while the IK 9 looks great, if your a bit cost concious I'm sure you could get get very similar results with one of these  :link: Nylex 12L Backpack Garden Sprayer | Bunnings Warehouse (https://www.bunnings.com.au/nylex-12l-backpack-garden-sprayer_p2962006)
I used to wash with the karcher/gerni with included wash foam bottle, fairly useless compared to a foam cannon, but the cannon wastes to much liquid.

Since the car was opti-coated I've raised my level of care to premium liquids and more conservative applicators :)

I had a look at the Bunnings sprayers and the Supercheap one's, they'll probably work fine though I wanted something a bit more robust that will outlast the others, the detailers have tested everything out there and reckon the IK 9 outperforms and outlasts all others :victory:
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on May 05, 2018, 19:31:12
They spray on a specialised foaming wash like this :link: Optimum Car Wash 946ml - ZAS

Well thanks for that. I've just bookmarked a UK ebay seller (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Optimum-Car-Wash-Concentrate-32oz-1-Litre-Wax-Friendly-Well-Lubricated/272924041086) (£19.99 :eek:) and am looking for a decent foam lance for my Vax VPW4 (2500W).

It's a great time to be alive :D
No problem, you'll love that wash...super concentrated 250-1 :D can get in 4ltr container as well at much better value  :link: Optimum Car Wash Concentrate 128oz (US Gallon) - Wax Friendly - FREE WASH MITT | eBay (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Optimum-Car-Wash-Concentrate-128oz-US-Gallon-Wax-Friendly-FREE-WASH-MITT-/272071272514?hash=item3f58b62842)  :goodjob2:
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Cookie Thumper on May 05, 2018, 20:13:45
these things just spray on the soap then ya use a sponge ?
They spray on a specialised foaming wash like this  :link: Optimum Car Wash 946ml - ZAS (https://www.zas.com.au/product/426/optimum_car_wash_946ml.html) which clings to the surface for a prolonged amount of time allowing the dirt to be lifted away harmlessly without using a sponge that will drag particles of grit across the paint work causing those circular scuff/scratches in the clearcoat which require polishing to remove.

My process:
Spray foam the car and after several minutes before it dries hose off, any leftover dirt on the panels can then be washed off normally (bucket wash) or spray foam a second time and lightly sponge off then rinse by sheeting the water, sheeting will remove most of the water on it's own.

I'll then give the car a light spray of detailing gloss enhancer  :link: Optimum Instant Detailer & Gloss Enhancer 504ml - ZAS (https://www.zas.com.au/product/427/optimum_instant_detailer_and_gloss_enhancer_504ml.html) which helps with the final drying process and gives a lovely glossy shine, use a super thick microfibre drying towel (not a chamois) while the car is still wet with gloss enhancer.

Interesting, Thanks.

I wash mine (bucket and sponge) atleast once a week  and this sounds like it might speed the process up.
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Shambles on May 05, 2018, 20:17:17
super concentrated 250-1 :D can get in 4ltr container as well at much better value

Yep - that's the one I've ordered.  I abandoned my Vax foam sprayer as that'd tie me into the Vax, so I ordered an IK9 as well :D
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on May 05, 2018, 20:27:18
super concentrated 250-1 :D can get in 4ltr container as well at much better value

Yep - that's the one I've ordered.  I abandoned my Vax foam sprayer as that'd tie me into the Vax, so I ordered an IK9 as well :D
:happydance:

You probably already know this but with the lances double your mix, normally 20ml in 5 ltrs for bucket wash, 40ml in 5ltrs for the lance :goodjob2: though I'll test at normal ratio first and see how well it foams up before I double it.
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Shambles on May 05, 2018, 20:35:18
Awsome thread this  :drinks:
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on May 05, 2018, 21:09:21
Here's a good video description on their range

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TsiKctNrUcM
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Dazzler on May 05, 2018, 22:02:15
With a name like K-9 you can probably use it on your dog too!  :victory:

Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Cookie Thumper on May 05, 2018, 23:12:15
With a name like K-9 you can probably use it on your dog too!  :victory:

Thats what the "heavy" cycle on the washing machine is for   :rofl: :happydance:
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Dazzler on May 05, 2018, 23:39:00
 :Shocked: :evil: :rofl:

Spoken like a true cat lover.
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Cookie Thumper on May 06, 2018, 00:49:24
:Shocked: :evil: :rofl:

Spoken like a true cat lover.

Lol, that vermin goes in the insinkerator...... allegedly !!
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Shambles on May 06, 2018, 09:14:57
So, is this foam applied to a dry car or does the power rinse have to be there first...  :Cuppa: :Dunno:
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on May 06, 2018, 09:41:32
So, is this foam applied to a dry car or does the power rinse have to be there first...  :Cuppa: :Dunno:
Foam it first and let it soak, unless the car is hot or extremely dirty then I'll hose/pressure spray it first to remove most of the crud or cool it down.
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: butters7388 on May 10, 2018, 06:38:19
I use all Bowdens products on my car. Generally snow blow with their snow cannon, followed by two bucket wash with nanoliscious, dried with boss gloss and finished with AfterGlow.



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Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on May 10, 2018, 07:12:55
I use all Bowdens products on my car. Generally snow blow with their snow cannon, followed by two bucket wash with nanoliscious, dried with boss gloss and finished with AfterGlow.
I did try Bowdens for a while, seemed fine and probably on par with Finish Kare and Meguiars.

Optimum is probably the best I've used and the super concentrated mix lasts for ever, works fine for bucket and foaming, the detailer gloss enhancer has far superior lubricity I'm finding and the shine is absolutely amazing :goodjob2:
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Shambles on May 10, 2018, 08:00:30
Well I unboxed mine yesterday (5L Optimum & IK-9 sprayer) but it'll be a while before I can try it all out. I was hoping the foaming session would spare me having to use a bucket, but the included "wash mitt" suggests it's more of a pre-wash system.
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on May 10, 2018, 08:45:42
Steve, all foam jobs are prewash, by removing most of the dirt and loosening up more stubborn matter it's then easier to remove remaining dirt in the next stage with light washing and less chance of scratching/marring the surface.

If your car is completely covered in dirt and mud then pressure hose of as much as possible first then use the foam lance ( if not so dirty start with foam lance), after several minutes then rinse and use the same Optimum wash at 20ml in 5ltrs of water for a light sponge over - rinse and dry.

Better drying results can be had by sheeting the water off the car then spray the whole vehicle with Optimum detailer gloss enhancer or similar prior to drying to use as a drying aid with microfibre drying towels.


A little video explaining sheeting
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xWmkb2mZ_ck
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Shambles on May 10, 2018, 10:15:12
Thanks Craig, I'll bear all that in mind :victory:

Can't run the video just yet - stuff like that isn't available here at work :eek:
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Shambles on May 13, 2018, 19:27:45
Well I used my new lance & Optimum Car Shampoo.

I think I may have to review my mixture ratio. I used 40ml in the 5L sprayer and inverted the canister 3 or 4 times to get a good mix.

Maybe I need to use more than 40ml? Maybe I need to use warm water?

Whatever, it made not the slightest difference to the light dirt and few bugs stuck to my paintwork. It was as if I hadn't foamed it at all :rolleyes:

I used the black foam line that came installed within it - maybe the green or orange may be more suitable.

These pics are the "after". The "before" looked just the same...


(https://preview.ibb.co/f83nvd/IMG_20180513_181543342_HDR.jpg) (https://ibb.co/g23WMJ)

(https://preview.ibb.co/bVSEad/IMG_20180513_181557896.jpg) (https://ibb.co/huXfFd)

(https://preview.ibb.co/fu9Svd/IMG_20180513_181622485_HDR.jpg) (https://ibb.co/e09hTy)
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on May 13, 2018, 20:50:50
Someone didn’t read their instructions  :whistler: :D

The orange line is for cars Steve, gives a nice wet foam that will slowly run down the panels taking a lot of the dirt with it, it won’t remove more stubborn matter but does loosen it up so it’s easily removed with the bucket wash.

40mls is more than enough in 5ltrs of water which should cover the car like snow, try to swirl the shampoo to mix in the container as inverting it will likely cause it to foam up in the container and that’ll deplete the available space for air pressure.
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Shambles on May 13, 2018, 20:55:16
Funnily enough, my instructions don't even mention the 3 different foamer lines :( (unless I've missed it)

I'll try again soon with the orange line.

Oops
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on May 13, 2018, 21:02:16
Open the back folded page and top right  under EN you’ll see the explanation of the different mixers :)
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on May 13, 2018, 21:05:50
Make sure to pump it right up till you hear the air release valve whistle.
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Shambles on May 13, 2018, 21:13:00
Make sure to pump it right up till you hear the air release valve whistle.

Yeah I did. My right arm now resembles Popeye's :eek:



Quote from: CraigB
Open the back folded page...

Well there ya go. I have no such page :(
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on May 13, 2018, 21:19:49
Then are you missing the parts list too :undecided: mixers are on the reverse side of parts list.
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Shambles on May 13, 2018, 21:21:58
I'll download the booklet, thanks Craig.
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on May 13, 2018, 21:24:30
 :hatoff:
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Smokeyr67 on May 13, 2018, 23:33:53

Yeah I did. My right arm now resembles Popeye's :eek:


I've had that problem since I was a teenager, you get used to it :)
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Blazorax on September 07, 2018, 05:39:21
Hi All

Thinking of getting a foam lance from autobarn

 :link: Bowden's Own Snow Blow Cannon (https://www.autobarn.com.au/bowdens-own-snow-blow-cannon)

Does it really worth the money and help with the washing?  I don't mind spending the money if it work.

Kind Regards
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: butters7388 on September 07, 2018, 05:41:00
I use the bowdens cannon. I think it helps. New formula snow foam they are about to release looks the goods too



Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Dazzler on September 07, 2018, 05:45:39
You could get it for $10 cheaper with a bottle of wash from here and get free shipping.

 :link: Bowden's Snow Blow Cannon BOCANNON | Free Shipping | Automotive Superstore (https://automotivesuperstore.com.au/bowdens-bocannon?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI7ceDv4qo3QIVEbaWCh1TQASNEAQYASABEgIv8fD_BwE)
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on September 07, 2018, 08:22:24
Cannons work well but you’ll go through product like it’s going out of fashion if you want a nice thick foam that clings.
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: butters7388 on September 07, 2018, 08:25:24
New foam coming from bowdens looks to cling pretty nicely. 30ml of product and whole car (sedan) is foamed nicely. More likely to use 50ml for proper coverage though.



Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on September 07, 2018, 10:05:36
New foam coming from bowdens looks to cling pretty nicely. 30ml of product and whole car (sedan) is foamed nicely. More likely to use 50ml for proper coverage though.
You should try the Optimum, 20-30ml treats 5ltrs and will cling like marshmallow if you want it that thick...be a waste though as you want cling time to soak but need it to run off to take as much dirt as possible with it :goodjob2:
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: butters7388 on September 07, 2018, 10:19:37
What's the opti cost?



Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on September 07, 2018, 10:25:25
What's the opti cost?
$50 for 3.8ltrs  :link: Optimum Car Wash Bulk 3.8L - ZAS (https://www.zas.com.au/product/454/optimum_car_wash_bulk_38l.html)
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: butters7388 on September 07, 2018, 10:26:36
You use the car wash in the lance?



Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on September 07, 2018, 10:31:36
You use the car wash in the lance?
Yep, Optimum works better than the other dedicated products just like the advertisement say's due to it's 250:1 concentrate :D then I dry with a spray of their gloss enhancer/drying aid  :link: Optimum Instant Detailer & Gloss Enhancer Concentrate 3.8L - ZAS (https://www.zas.com.au/product/585/optimum_instant_detailer_and_gloss_enhancer_concentrate_38l.html)
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Blazorax on September 07, 2018, 11:17:06
You use the car wash in the lance?
Yep, Optimum works better than the other dedicated products just like the advertisement say's due to it's 250:1 concentrate :D then I dry with a spray of their gloss enhancer/drying aid  :link: Optimum Instant Detailer & Gloss Enhancer Concentrate 3.8L - ZAS (https://www.zas.com.au/product/585/optimum_instant_detailer_and_gloss_enhancer_concentrate_38l.html)

Im going to buy the gun as @Dazzler recommended tomorrow, and try that Optimum as you suggested @CraigB
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Dazzler on September 07, 2018, 11:20:23
 :goodjob2:
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on September 07, 2018, 11:47:40
Im going to buy the gun as @Dazzler recommended tomorrow, and try that Optimum as you suggested @CraigB
Cool :cool: grab yourself a large Microfibre drying towel while your at it  :link: Opti-Coat Drying Towel - ZAS (https://www.zas.com.au/product/801/opti-coat_drying_towel.html) don't ruin your ceramic coat with a chamois.
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Blazorax on September 11, 2018, 05:34:31
@CraigB I drop by ZAS and got the carwash + that big towel.  What mix ratio do you use to wash your car with the lance?
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on September 11, 2018, 05:42:51
@CraigB I drop by ZAS and got the carwash + that big towel.  What mix ratio do you use to wash your car with the lance?
Which lance? my ik9 takes 40ml to 5ltrs of water which will last 4 washes, only need 20mls to 5ltrs in bucket.
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Blazorax on September 11, 2018, 05:53:33
I got the Bowden Cannon
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on September 11, 2018, 05:59:47
I got the Bowden Cannon
I don't know what mix you make for the Bowden though being the Optimum is 250:1 concentrated so try half what you usually use and see how it goes, if needs a bit more then add till you get the desired result.
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: mickd on September 11, 2018, 11:24:44
I might try one of these items, not heavy are they?  (2 shot shoulders )
Usually duck to car wash, hot soap, rinse repeat.
Went to different place the other week, selector was a bit wobbly ,  wow!,  green soap! Went to rinse and foam brush started. 
One more click and HP rinse was selected. Green soap was engine degreaser, GD was very clean.
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Shambles on September 11, 2018, 11:29:31
I might try one of these items, not heavy are they?

You need strong biceps to get it fully primed :eek:
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: mickd on September 11, 2018, 12:14:58
I might try one of these items, not heavy are they?

You need strong biceps to get it fully primed :eek:
1/2 the size they were   :blubber:
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on September 11, 2018, 12:59:02
I might try one of these items, not heavy are they?

You need strong biceps to get it fully primed :eek:
Yes the priming is a little work out, I usually have to prime twice to give the car a good coverage,  though the ik9 itself with water weighs a little over 5kg's so not heavy.


You'll still need to bucket wash after rinse off though Mick, foaming is only a prewash treatment to help loosen dirt.
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Blazorax on September 15, 2018, 08:17:50
Cool  grab yourself a large Microfibre drying towel while your at it   Opti-Coat Drying Towel - ZAS don't ruin your ceramic coat with a chamois.

@CraigB - that towel is just awesome.  Dried the whole car in one go.  Just Awesome.

I gave the car a good spray from the Karcher.  Wash away as much as i can and loosened all the dried dirt.  Then come the shampoo foam, 5mins later, Karcher all down and then dried up.  Car clean and sexy again.

Thx gents for the ideas and suggestions.
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: butters7388 on September 15, 2018, 08:24:07
Did you use a sponge at all? Two bucket wash? Any drying aids?



Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on September 15, 2018, 08:29:02
Cool  grab yourself a large Microfibre drying towel while your at it   Opti-Coat Drying Towel - ZAS don't ruin your ceramic coat with a chamois.

@CraigB - that towel is just awesome.  Dried the whole car in one go.  Just Awesome.

I gave the car a good spray from the Karcher.  Wash away as much as i can and loosened all the dried dirt.  Then come the shampoo foam, 5mins later, Karcher all down and then dried up.  Car clean and sexy again.

Thx gents for the ideas and suggestions.
Glad you like it mate :goodjob2: should really bucket wash after the rinse off just to be safe, don't want dirt to be trapped in the towel and dragged across the paintwork :eek:

If you pass by ZAS again grab yourself some of the Optimum Detailer Gloss Enhancer  :link: Optimum Instant Detailer & Gloss Enhancer Concentrate 3.8L - ZAS (https://www.zas.com.au/product/585/optimum_instant_detailer_and_gloss_enhancer_concentrate_38l.html) brilliant stuff, after final rinse off spray the car all over with the detailer gloss then dry with the towel...she'll sparkle like a gem :D
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Blazorax on September 15, 2018, 12:25:41
Did you use a sponge at all? Two bucket wash? Any drying aids?

CraigB is too perfectionist - I'm a lazy guy.  Here is what I did basically

1 - Park in shade
2 - Karcher the car a good few mins to make sure that all the dirts and bird droppings are gone :) - The longer you do this bit, the less you got to clean later.  The reason I spend a bit of time here is to loosen up all the dried stuff.
3 - Shampoo foam lance the car with a nice layer - leave it 5 - 6 mins, make sure that it thick yet can run because you want it lift the dirt off the car. - keep an eye out while you wait during this 5-6 mins, don't let it dry.
4 - Karcher it all down and give it another good rinse.
5 - Remove garden hose from Karcher and use this technique to reduce drying time - Water Sheeting -  :link: Dry Your Car Faster with the Sheeting Method - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xWmkb2mZ_ck)
6 - Use that towel CraigB recommended and dry what left.
7 - Throw that towel in the laundry and hopefully wife will have it ready again in 2-3 weeks time when the car need washing again.  If you tell my wife this last point, I will not share with you any more tips :)

Car is awesomely sexy again. - Effort require would be a 3/10 - pretty easy with the Karcher and Shampoo foam do all the work.

Note: 
 - My car got nano ceramic coating.
 - Be mindful Karcher near the reverse and front sensor.  If you use the heavy duty Karcher head, it might damage the electronics so I have read somewhere on this forum
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: butters7388 on September 15, 2018, 13:06:02
Did you use a sponge at all? Two bucket wash? Any drying aids?

CraigB is too perfectionist - I'm a lazy guy.  Here is what I did basically

1 - Park in shade
2 - Karcher the car a good few mins to make sure that all the dirts and bird droppings are gone :) - The longer you do this bit, the less you got to clean later.  The reason I spend a bit of time here is to loosen up all the dried stuff.
3 - Shampoo foam lance the car with a nice layer - leave it 5 - 6 mins, make sure that it thick yet can run because you want it lift the dirt off the car. - keep an eye out while you wait during this 5-6 mins, don't let it dry.
4 - Karcher it all down and give it another good rinse.
5 - Remove garden hose from Karcher and use this technique to reduce drying time - Water Sheeting -  :link: Dry Your Car Faster with the Sheeting Method - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xWmkb2mZ_ck)
6 - Use that towel CraigB recommended and dry what left.
7 - Throw that towel in the laundry and hopefully wife will have it ready again in 2-3 weeks time when the car need washing again.  If you tell my wife this last point, I will not share with you any more tips :)

Car is awesomely sexy again. - Effort require would be a 3/10 - pretty easy with the Karcher and Shampoo foam do all the work.

Note: 
 - My car got nano ceramic coating.
 - Be mindful Karcher near the reverse and front sensor.  If you use the heavy duty Karcher head, it might damage the electronics so I have read somewhere on this forum
My method is as follows (all bowdens gear).

-wheels cleaned using wheely clean and separate wash bucket
-snow foam
-two bucket wash
-dry with boss gloss and big green sucker
-every couple of months I do a layer of after glow for extra protection

My car is also ceramic coated



Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on September 15, 2018, 13:14:33
Blazorax, make sure the wife doesn’t wash the towel in hot water above 58c or the microfiber will be stuffed, and liquid is better to wash with as powder never fully dissolves which will leave abrasives in the microfiber.
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: butters7388 on September 15, 2018, 13:16:58
Pick up some of bowdens microfiber wash. Works wonders.



Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Blazorax on September 15, 2018, 13:17:25
Ok .. I'll consider the 2 buckets method.  My car is not that dirty so maybe that is why it does not require 2 buckets.

Yet as with the outcome today, it seem pretty good for me.  If the next few times it turn out the same outcome, then i'll stick to my simple quick clean method. 

So how do you wash that towel Craigb? .. just throw in the washing machine and do a cold cycle?
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: butters7388 on September 15, 2018, 13:18:53
What colour is the car?



Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Blazorax on September 15, 2018, 13:22:17
White
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on September 15, 2018, 13:27:17
So how do you wash that towel Craigb? .. just throw in the washing machine and do a cold cycle?
Yep, throw all my microfiber towels in together with bath towels and use liquid wash, don’t use softeners or anything else as they get a waxy coating.
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: butters7388 on September 15, 2018, 13:43:39
So how do you wash that towel Craigb? .. just throw in the washing machine and do a cold cycle?
Yep, throw all my microfiber towels in together with bath towels and use liquid wash, don’t use softeners or anything else as they get a waxy coating.
I wash all my microfibre towels separately. In saying that I use probably 5 or 6 each wash. One for wheels, one for door jambs, one for main body, two to clean glass. Plus the sponge. All in a cycle together on 40 degrees with microfiber wash. Tumble dry to keep fluffy.



Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Blazorax on September 15, 2018, 14:36:44
Bloody hell, so many requirements for these towels, at this rate, I need a second wife to help out.
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on September 15, 2018, 15:47:45
I wash all my microfibre towels separately. In saying that I use probably 5 or 6 each wash. One for wheels, one for door jambs, one for main body, two to clean glass. Plus the sponge. All in a cycle together on 40 degrees with microfiber wash. Tumble dry to keep fluffy.
My main Optimum towel does the whole car including windows, I'll use one extra for door sils, wheels don't need any as my Optimum ferrex wheel spray leaves wheels spotless after rinsing, only use my interior window cloth once every three months which is same for interior trim as the Optimum glass cleaner and and trim protectant repel dirt and dust  :)

Tumble drying Microfiber :Shocked: don't think I'll risk it...the instructions mention to only use liquid wash (no powders - softeners or wool mix) and don't tumble dry.
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: butters7388 on September 15, 2018, 15:51:28
I wash all my microfibre towels separately. In saying that I use probably 5 or 6 each wash. One for wheels, one for door jambs, one for main body, two to clean glass. Plus the sponge. All in a cycle together on 40 degrees with microfiber wash. Tumble dry to keep fluffy.
My main Optimum towel does the whole car including windows, I'll use one extra for door sils, wheels don't need any as my Optimum ferrex wheel spray leaves wheels spotless after rinsing, only use my interior window cloth once every three months which is same for interior trim as the Optimum glass cleaner and and trim protectant repel dirt and dust  :)

Tumble drying Microfiber :Shocked: don't think I'll risk it...the instructions mention to only use liquid wash (no powders - softeners or wool mix) and don't tumble dry.
Different products, different instructions. I could get away with one cloth but would prefer my main microfiber not to touch wheels or door jambs. Too much contamination risk.

Wheels I dry just so there is no chance of water spotting.



Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: CraigB on September 15, 2018, 16:25:44
Different products, different instructions. I could get away with one cloth but would prefer my main microfiber not to touch wheels or door jambs. Too much contamination risk.

Wheels I dry just so there is no chance of water spotting.
My main towel only does body including windows, door jambs is another towel, wheels I spray with Optimum ferrex - let soak - brush and rinse...no wiping no spotting :)
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Dazzler on September 15, 2018, 22:43:31
Bloody hell, so many requirements for these towels, at this rate, I need a second wife to help out.

Cheaper and easier just to swap cars every two or three years, like I do.

I "threw in the towel" going to all this trouble years ago.  :snigger:

By the time the rear is fixed half of my car will be like new anyway...  :whistler:
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: Blazorax on September 16, 2018, 01:25:41
By the time the rear is fixed half of my car will be like new anyway... 

haahahha true
Title: Re: IK 9 Foam Lance
Post by: mickd on September 16, 2018, 02:33:39
Bloody Hell,
Taken longer to read all these posts than it does to wash a car   :lol:
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