ever since you taught me the apc rinse and applying trim shine b4 protection saved me well over 45 mins just those 2 steps. I know I'm truly grateful 4 ur videos, tips and tricks, mentoring and most importantly ur friendship. b well good friend. ty again 4 EVERYTHING!!
I took your advice with SFN, GREAT product in the ik pro. I am sold on APC pre-wash. I know, I know, I was a vocal non believer at first, but now with my tail between my legs, I pubically please, mea culpa or simply put, I m eating my humble pie. 🤗😎👍
Awesome man! Yeah we will go back and forth between using an apc or a high PH soap depending on the job. My fav is still the APC rinse since it works so well
Hi Phil. I am not a professional auto detailer. I'm simply a lady that ❤❤❤s her car and wants to keep it clean. I've been watching A LOT of car detailing videos for the best and simplest way to do that and I've found that the APC rinse/prewash is what works best for me. That said, I use either Super Clean or Purple Power with water as my APC rinse/prewash. For my contact wash, I mix 2 car regular car shampoos with Super Clean and water. Makes my car gleam!! For my next car wash, I intend to use Meguiar's Ultimate Compound with a polisher, do an IPA, then top it off with Turtle Wax's Graphene Flex Spray. Thoughts?
Hi! THats awesome! I'm glad that process works for you. your process sounds good! i would sub out the Flex wax with this this amzn.to/3xtcFoL then you can maintian it with the FLEX Wax.
@@MirandaDetailing Hi Phil. Thanks for getting back to me. So, you're recommending that I use the Graphene Flex Wax as a topper for the Graphene To The Max Wax, right? I just want to make sure that I'm putting the right things on my car.
A little tip I can give for any spray bottles and foamers. If you replace the plastic pickup tubes with flexible hoses, and weight the filter ends with stainless steel washers, you can turn the sprayers at angles without sucking up air since the weighted end will always be submerged. Makes wheels and tire wells much easier to hit. Works very well for interior bottles since you need to hit lots of different angles.
The same pick up tubes in some of the better foam cannons, tornador w/solution bottle etc. challenge is finding tube long enough for larger bottles. Try taking the nozzle off any P&S 16oz bottle and pull back a bloody stump.
Hey Phil, you guys are doing a fantastic job!! Because of you guys we went ahead and updated our pre-wash method as well. I didn't really like the belt hamburger method too much nor did I really notice any difference then my previous APC pre-rinse method.
Great video. I personally find that using the pump sprayer with the misting spray nozzle works great and uses less product than the foamer and the end results are the same. Keep it wet, work fast in the summer heat and the end result is a faster, more efficient job. Temps in my area are 94-100 degrees so the heat alone causes everything to dry quicker. Because of that, I spray one panel at a time and go at it quickly. I love my apc rinse. It is the way to go. No doubt!!
I have been using 3d presoak in a foam cannon. Pretty cheap at about $0.45 a wash. I like the big ik foamer but I can't convince myself to buy it yet. I usually do the wheels and pre soak outside then move into my garage and do rinseless since I have hard water. The presoak does such a good job breaking down contaminates I got off all the tar on my customers vehicle during the rinsless wash.
Why dont u add a filter system? I use the blue TV filter and test my water with a water stick and it gives 0 ppm after 2 yrs I'm at 57 ppm so it's time for a new one.
Love the video Philip 😄I tried the apc on my customer work truck I think it works but the carpet tire wheel well took a little longer but yea guys try it first Philip he's the man I love watching him they rock together as a team they booth have a great sense of humor thanks again 😺 Philip take care guys happy 4 th of july
I live in Texas and I purchased a 2023 Mazda CX-5 in November of last year. I want to keep it clean so I purchased different products and accessories. I don't have a garage to work in so I try to clean the car outside when it's not too hot. My method is to rinse down the car with the garden hose before using Griots red snow foam in their foam gun. Then I rinse that off with the garden hose before using SudsLab C1(?) car wash for the contact wash. Of course in the drying stage it seems I can't dry the water off before water spots form. So I purchased Griots water spot remover and the spray on rinseless car wash(?) to remove the spots and protect it. The problem I have with those 2 products is when drying it leaves an oily film. Should I switch to a different product since I can't avoid cleaning the car in the sun?
Hi. Are the water spots so hard after the rinse that using a quick detailer can't remove them? Usually if water spots are on a freshly washed and rinsed vehicle they are very superficial and can easily be removed with a quick detailer or a machine applied wax or sealant. Are you using the water spot remover while drying or using it after it's dried? I haven't used that one before so i don't what its like.
I enjoy these pre-soak/prewash videos. Phil, do you think APC's are sufficient compared to the foaming products? Have you tried Bilt Hamber Touchless? I use Optimum Power Clean. I have a truck that sees off-road use. The foaming products, like Gyeon Foam, don't seem to work nearly as well as Optimum Power Clean and possibly other APC's.
Hi. Thanks. So we have found that our pre wash methods will change according to the condition of the vehicle and what service we are doing. For really nasty vehicles that we have not detailed in a while or first time customers we use a strong APC at 1:4 and do our APC rinse method. We have found that the snow foaming products even ones like Bilt Hamber don't clean as well as out APC rinsing methods. But that's just what we have found...other detailers have their methods that still work for them.
Looks good. Maybe foam it on with the cannon to cut a few more minutes off the process, if a gallon or so of water is available. All you need is one more bottle for the cannon. Then you can save the space from the IK foamer.
Another excellent video! I just picked up a new Ik former today @ appreciate the tips. I have a couple of bottles of both dreammaker @ beadmaker and will try combining the two. Tks phil & jess. 👍🇨🇦
That Schrader valve on that sprayer is a great idea. I was wondering if it is a particular type and does it have to have a nut on the inside to hold it or will it just hold being screwed in tightly with a generous amount of Teflon tape.
First off - I'm learning so much from your videos, thanks! Quest: Could that small SPTA handheld polisher possibly be used with a cleaner polish as part of the prep process for a better bond before using a ceramic-based spray wax/sealant? Or is a full blown 8/15mm polisher much better for a cleaner polish?
Hi. We to this day still use Super Clean, we dilute it 1:10. I would dilute it 1:20, remeber to just not let it dry on the paint, only let it dwell for 30+ secs then rinse it off.
Awesome video! Couple questions. Have you ever used Koch-Chemie - Green Star? Also, genius idea with the Schrader valve. What size hole do you drill to install the valve?
@@MirandaDetailing detail kegs would be the big brand name on them. But they sell parts so you can build your own or buy a small used one. His channel has a video of him foaming 3 cars with 1 gallon of solution.
It is funny because I watched your previous video about the APC rinse this morning and then you released an updated version this afternoon. Does using APC rinse strip wax or sealant every time you use it? Great video and really enjoy your content!
Hi So using a strong apc or soap for maintenance washing is not what we do. These methods are only for the initial cleaning only. For maintenance washing you only need to rinse and wash per usual.
Hi. That all depends on how hot it is and if it’s in direct sunlight. It’s not about minutes it’s about watching the paint and making sure it doesn’t dry completely. It really only takes 30-60 seconds then rinse off.
Hi. Most modern compounds and polishes can be used outdoors and even in direct sun. The Meguiar’s D300 correction compound is one of them. And 3D One and 3D Speed are also excellent for polishing in the sun b
Great video as always and thank you for the tips! Apc rinse fan here. But the downside is on direct sunlight I do have some trouble since I’m working alone I have to work fast and with your method with the foam rinse with a high ph soap might just be a better alternative in those kind of situation. Will definitively give it a try this summer! Keep the good work Phil&Jess love your humour 🙌
Hi. Oh sorry. The link must be bad now. I got it from here. www.detail-division.com/products/ghost-bucket?variant=40881116414067¤cy=USD&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiApaarBhB7EiwAYiMwqr0lYq4WAgqlXlNlbg7Azu7fTLU2qSBkaxAgtWyZAgTRdFMI5INSgRoCmuoQAvD_BwE
cracking job both of you, Mountain Grey is a good MB colour. I thought the alloys were bronze too.....😂 Just got some P&S Dreammaker, must try a combo mix, thanks for the idea (not a real fan of BM, but have some left over).
update: used BM & DM mix yesterday (60/40) on a deep clean of the Outback (2 months since last bath) -- outstanding combo, the gloss was incredible and then sealed with Infinity Wax's SuperGloss+ Spray Wax -- you could dive into the Deep Blue Pearl now, thanks Phil. 😎
hello I am new to your channel, dsl de mon English I am using a translator, I am from Quebec, question I do a lot of customers in the spring with really dirty vehicles, and I have not yet found a good prewash method, but in seeing your video I can't wait to try it, I have a lot of gallons of P&S | ALL PURPOSE CLEANER GALLON but I don't find that does a good job for pre-washing unless I don't have the right ratio, I read that you take a lot of super clean and KOCH CHEMIE GREEN STAR which would be the best for vehicles dirty and the right ratio to mix thank you very much and I subscribed to your channel see you again
Hi. Thanks for watching! Definitely try the Koch Chemie Green stat at either 1:4 or 1:10. Try both and see how they work. I still use Super Clean 1:10 and I found that to be the most effective and most affordable.
Hi. Thanks. It’s the SPTA cordless polisher. If you just spreading wax/sealants you can get 4+ vehicles. If you are doing a light polish or enhancement about half way around before you need to change the battery.
I just used Super Clean at 4:1 on a Honda Accord and let it dwell on the paint for 30-40 seconds then rinsed off. I noticed I now have streaks on the paint where it appeared to have dried? Temp outside today was only 55 degrees and not in direct sunlight. Have you experienced the paint staining from any APC and if so, how did you remove it? Not coming off when drying the paint or using a quick detailer.
Hi. At minute 4:47 I showed that we used KCX Super Foam for the pre wash this time. We don't need to time anything, just wait about a minute and keep an eye on it so that it doesn't dry.
An animal farm reference... nice... my favorite was something like... no animal shall sleep in a bed...later the pigs added... with sheets... that always cracked me up... was the shooting range there when you moved in.? That constant banging would be annoying...
like your videos and the detailed information. I am a weekend warrior but like my cars to be in tip top shape and shine. what product do you use for a spray on wash off for rims to keep them clean? I have seen a few but like your opinion. thank you
Hi Thanks. So we have used Gyeon Wet Coat and recently Pureest Hydrophobic Shampoo on wheels. With that product i spray, agitate with a soft wheel mitt then rinse and it beads up like crazy. bit.ly/3zZnwVz
Hey guys, first time here and subscribed. How much would you guys charge for that outside detail? im about to start my detail business here in Australia. wish me luck😂
Hi! Welcome! That’s awesome! We wish you success! Usually for our exterior details they start at $175 for a basic wash, clay bar, and sealant. Our polishing services start at $500.
Yup savin this one to. Hey Phil, I noticed the tires were still a little brownish in color. I keep getting the same thing . Not to worry?? Or does the dressing just cover it anyway?
Hi. Yeah even after heavy cleaning some tires will always have that blooming that happens. I don’t worry about that however because the tires always get dirty again. Customers simply don’t care that much.
Hi. If applied to heavy I have found all dressings sling….so with this one. Spray it on, let it dwell and then go back with a towel and gently wipe down any access. It will be fine! 😎👍🏼
So using a strong apc or soap for maintenance washing is not what we do. These methods are only for the initial cleaning only. For maintenance washing you only need to rinse and wash per usual.
Another great video!! Im in the pnw so the main thing I fight is moss, I stopped pre-soaking a while back since It didn't matter what I did I just had to spend the same amount of water and time rinsing the moss out of the seams. Any suggestions on a moss specific pre? I'm going to look around thanks for reminding me it can be helpful! On a side note, if my neighbor was letting freedom ring in the first week of July I'd join him/her. And get their number so I could let em know in advance that I was filming at a certain time and maybe they would save their rediculously pricey ammo at that time. Just a thought. I know if I had enough property to have a berm I would happily oblige my friendly neighbors if they needed certain quiet times. Thanks again for a great video I'm off to look for a moss specific pretreat :)
Hi. Thanks! Oh wow moss build up. That’s crazy. I would assume a high alkaline treatment would soften it enough to blast off. We have done a few neglected mossy vehicles and we just used a strong degreaser/apc mixture to pre soak and it seemed to work well. Oh I understand that the 4th of July thing…but this was filmed a few months back. It’s just random gunfire on their property. Their fireworks are usually pretty awesome actually. 😎👍🏼
✊ fellow PNW detailer! I find the best thing for moss, algae, etc. is Romabio Algae and Moss Cleaner. I’d link it, but TH-cam will block it. Its on Amazon. It’s environment friendly and safe on all exterior surfaces and works great without agitation just follow up pressure wash, highest psi you’re comfortable with. It inhibits further growth too, and I find it makes a difference on rubber seals that don’t get a lot of protection attention like paint does. My big hassle is pollen.. when it builds up around door and window gaps and cracks.. stuff is sticky as hell. I usually soak it with Citrol and then steam, but if you have a good method for that crap, let me know.
So your prewash should be alkaline, regardless of foam or spray? Also, what does Mercedes call that color? It’s beautiful sleek grey. Thank for the video!!
Hi Phil...love your videos!!! you and your wife are awesome!! your tips and tricks are great! I have one question for you .... any thoughts on Ozone machine? ... do you use it to "disinfect" cars? I read mixed info about it eg. it needs to be really strong machine to actually kill bacteria, or that repeated use is harmful to the surfaces in a car....i find it also inconvenient since i cant be present during the time machine is working. also afterwards during refreshing air in the studio. how do you deal with disinfection and is it a service you offer? feel free to make a short video :-D Thank you!!!
Hi. We do use an ozone machine sometimes for very light odors. But we never guarantee odor or completely disinfecting. There is just no way of guaranteeing that.
Hi. So this pre wash process is for initial details only. Vehicles that have a wax, sealant, or coating are washed differently. Basically just pre rinsing, foaming and washing. But if you need a little extra cleaning power for protected vehicles you can use a dedicated pre wash foam like AM details Snow foam. It’s tough enough to clean without compromising any protection bit.ly/3IWNKwr Use code MIRANDA10 for 10% off
@@MirandaDetailing so if I do pre-treat a vehicle with apc, can I use like a spray wax after? What about if I’m mobile detailing and I’m trying not to let the water dry? Is a drying aid the same thing as a wax?
So are you washing a vehicle that has protection already on it? Or is this an initial detail that you want to deep clean and then wax or seal afterward? That’s where the difference is for me. For a maintenance wash on a vehicle that is already protected if you need to use a stronger pre wash then you should follow up with some sort of spray protection to top it. Not all “drying aids” have protection in them. So find something that is a spray wax/sealant that can be applied wet or dry. The hybrid solutions wet wax is a ceramic based spray on ceramic sealant that can be applied wet or dry. bit.ly/3Nh3vRq
I’m assuming this is fine to use on every car, because if it’s coated the APC won’t eat it-and if it degrades the sealant on there, you’d be topping it anyway.
So using a strong apc or soap for maintenance washing is not what we do. These methods are only for the initial cleaning only. For maintenance washing you only need to rinse and wash per usual.
Phil, great video. Could you use this method when cleaning a ceramic coated car? I have Gyeon mohs and top it with their ceramic detailer after every wash.
So using a strong apc or soap for maintenance washing is not what we do. These methods are only for the initial cleaning only. For maintenance washing on coated vehicles you only need to rinse and wash per usual.
Great video If you doing a pre rinse with a apc which one would you go with? Super clean? Or a Koch chemie greenstar start or does it matter? Also what would be the recommended ratio for a pre rinse with an apc?
would you consider the turtle wax max-power for the APC? i only ask because, I have it here now and it sounds like it's stronger concentrations would fit the bill?
Does SFN product is APC ? You sayd its about 12PH but in other video you told us that is about 5PH. When you mix it with water 1/4 its PH is also going down ?. The other question is if i want to use bug spray as pre-wash can i change bug spray for APC(SFN) product and use it in pre-wash and if yes than can i pre-wash whole car with APC deluted with water ? I will focus mainly on Mobile car wash. Thank you for answer.
Hi. The SFN soap is not an APC. Its a high ph soap. I may have misspoke or was talking about another soap if I said it was ph5, its a ph of 12. it can be used as a prewash, used in either a foam cannon or the IK pro foamer12. it does great on bugs also in the prewash.
@@MirandaDetailing okey thank you for the answer. So can you explain basicly for what is APC and when should we use it ? Im new in detailing and Im starting also with my girlfriend. Ps.We was happy that there is couple that doo detailing together
Does the pre wash cause any prior coatings to be stripped? Would this only be used on cars that will be stripped and re-coated or will it be ok to do on maintenance washes as well?
Hi. Yes this strong pre wash is for vehicles that we are initially detailing and will either protect after or polish and coat. If you search maintenance detail in our channel you will find more videos like this th-cam.com/video/DvkDSqdGcjM/w-d-xo.html
Great video just a question see the pre wash if I put it in a 5ltr pump sprayer but I only use a small amount will it be ok for the next time the stuff I have mixed or will it break down over weeks ??
Hi. Well the pre wash like this is not meant for maintenance details. I don’t use it on protected vehicles with waxes and sealants. On coatings it’s fine if they we showing signs of clogging. th-cam.com/video/EFaWGuiGc_c/w-d-xo.html th-cam.com/video/oyQRay-3bSw/w-d-xo.html
@@MirandaDetailing glad to hear. I really want the sgs-35 Bc I love the color, but I’ll probably settle with sgs-28 because of the pride difference lol
So using a strong apc or soap for maintenance washing is not what we do. These methods are only for the initial cleaning only. For maintenance washing on protected vehicles, whether coated or waxes/sealed you only need to rinse and wash per usual.
We usually just use the soap on the vehicle as the clay line because we wash and use the clay mitt or towel at the sale time. Sometimes we clay separately and just whatever clay lube we have laying around. Doesn’t really matter much.
Hi. Yes it can. That’s the point when doing a full detail. We want to paint clean. For maintenance details we don’t use an apc pre wash. We just rinse and wash.
@@MirandaDetailing awesome. Thx. That's exactly what I do. I've only been detailing since about Sept 2021, but I'm a good student and love detailing and learning. Thx a bunch‼️
@@MirandaDetailing they dont, they recommend M3 as a finishing polish before coating. Just needed that extra pop so to say. Keep up with the awesome work you do. Learnt alot from you 👍👍
Hi. Depending on the soap it may not need that...but if you find its not cleaning enough yes you can add a few oz of a strong apc to increase the cleaning.
I bought P&S APC, I’m a noobie, but I’m not impressed, it seems to dull any surface I put it on, I’ve tried the recommended dilution ratios and tried it on vinyl and interior plastics, also on leatherette, is it supposed to dull everything ? I’d be scared to try it in the paint of my car. Also, will this degrade any wax, sealant or ceramic coating ? I have my car done with TLC2.
@@MirandaDetailing yes, but not that OEM type finish. It looks almost cloudy dull. Like either lots of residue has been left behind or it has stripped away something. It gets a nice look back after applying a dressing (Adam’s VRT), but the finish leaves me concerned and especially nervous to try on paint
@@chrisryan8894 that’s weird. Never had a problem with using that apc before. Usually when using any leather cleaner we use a damp towel to “rinse” the surface so it doesn’t leave residue. A dry towel isn’t sufficient. But it should leave a dry matte finish becasue it has cleaned all the dirt and off. You can also reduce the dilution more if needed. Recently we have been using dedicated leather cleaners like Megs leather cleaner D181. It’s a ready to use cleaner that works incredibly well!
@@MirandaDetailing thanks for the tips. I’ll try the damp towel and a higher dilution…I’d like to use up the product before buying something else. I bought the gallon size hoping it would save me some money
ever since you taught me the apc rinse and applying trim shine b4 protection saved me well over 45 mins just those 2 steps. I know I'm truly grateful 4 ur videos, tips and tricks, mentoring and most importantly ur friendship. b well good friend. ty again 4 EVERYTHING!!
I took your advice with SFN, GREAT product in the ik pro. I am sold on APC pre-wash. I know, I know, I was a vocal non believer at first, but now with my tail between my legs, I pubically please, mea culpa or simply put, I m eating my humble pie. 🤗😎👍
Awesome man! Yeah we will go back and forth between using an apc or a high PH soap depending on the job. My fav is still the APC rinse since it works so well
Have you tried it in a foam cannon?
Hi. You mean the KCX Super Foam in a Foam Canon? It f so yes! It’s awesome. We use that for ceramic coated vehicles as a pre wash now.
@@MirandaDetailing ok thanks.
Hi Phil. I am not a professional auto detailer. I'm simply a lady that ❤❤❤s her car and wants to keep it clean. I've been watching A LOT of car detailing videos for the best and simplest way to do that and I've found that the APC rinse/prewash is what works best for me. That said, I use either Super Clean or Purple Power with water as my APC rinse/prewash. For my contact wash, I mix 2 car regular car shampoos with Super Clean and water. Makes my car gleam!! For my next car wash, I intend to use Meguiar's Ultimate Compound with a polisher, do an IPA, then top it off with Turtle Wax's Graphene Flex Spray. Thoughts?
Hi! THats awesome! I'm glad that process works for you. your process sounds good! i would sub out the Flex wax with this this amzn.to/3xtcFoL
then you can maintian it with the FLEX Wax.
@@MirandaDetailing Hi Phil. Thanks for getting back to me. So, you're recommending that I use the Graphene Flex Wax as a topper for the Graphene To The Max Wax, right? I just want to make sure that I'm putting the right things on my car.
@chelsabailey1018 You’re welcome.
Yes exactly!
A little tip I can give for any spray bottles and foamers. If you replace the plastic pickup tubes with flexible hoses, and weight the filter ends with stainless steel washers, you can turn the sprayers at angles without sucking up air since the weighted end will always be submerged. Makes wheels and tire wells much easier to hit. Works very well for interior bottles since you need to hit lots of different angles.
Awesome tip man!!
The same pick up tubes in some of the better foam cannons, tornador w/solution bottle etc. challenge is finding tube long enough for larger bottles. Try taking the nozzle off any P&S 16oz bottle and pull back a bloody stump.
Which flexible hoses do you use?
Hey Phil, you guys are doing a fantastic job!! Because of you guys we went ahead and updated our pre-wash method as well. I didn't really like the belt hamburger method too much nor did I really notice any difference then my previous APC pre-rinse method.
Great video. I personally find that using the pump sprayer with the misting spray nozzle works great and uses less product than the foamer and the end results are the same. Keep it wet, work fast in the summer heat and the end result is a faster, more efficient job. Temps in my area are 94-100 degrees so the heat alone causes everything to dry quicker. Because of that, I spray one panel at a time and go at it quickly. I love my apc rinse. It is the way to go. No doubt!!
Awesome! Yeah I have found that to be the case in some situations also. We go back and forth depending on the situation. Thanks for sharing! 😎👍🏼
I have been using 3d presoak in a foam cannon. Pretty cheap at about $0.45 a wash. I like the big ik foamer but I can't convince myself to buy it yet. I usually do the wheels and pre soak outside then move into my garage and do rinseless since I have hard water. The presoak does such a good job breaking down contaminates I got off all the tar on my customers vehicle during the rinsless wash.
Awesome! Thanks for sharing! 😎👍🏼
Why dont u add a filter system? I use the blue TV filter and test my water with a water stick and it gives 0 ppm after 2 yrs I'm at 57 ppm so it's time for a new one.
@@njco4life it won't work
Love the video Philip 😄I tried the apc on my customer work truck I think it works but the carpet tire wheel well took a little longer but yea guys try it first Philip he's the man I love watching him they rock together as a team they booth have a great sense of humor thanks again 😺 Philip take care guys happy 4 th of july
I hear the new APC from Phoenix E.O.D. foams up amazingly in a foam cannon.
Maybe it'll be a new go-to pre-wash/APC rinse!
I just got some also! Will have to try it!
I live in Texas and I purchased a 2023 Mazda CX-5 in November of last year. I want to keep it clean so I purchased different products and accessories. I don't have a garage to work in so I try to clean the car outside when it's not too hot. My method is to rinse down the car with the garden hose before using Griots red snow foam in their foam gun. Then I rinse that off with the garden hose before using SudsLab C1(?) car wash for the contact wash. Of course in the drying stage it seems I can't dry the water off before water spots form. So I purchased Griots water spot remover and the spray on rinseless car wash(?) to remove the spots and protect it. The problem I have with those 2 products is when drying it leaves an oily film. Should I switch to a different product since I can't avoid cleaning the car in the sun?
Hi. Are the water spots so hard after the rinse that using a quick detailer can't remove them? Usually if water spots are on a freshly washed and rinsed vehicle they are very superficial and can easily be removed with a quick detailer or a machine applied wax or sealant.
Are you using the water spot remover while drying or using it after it's dried? I haven't used that one before so i don't what its like.
You could really see the difference in gloss at the end there! 👍
I enjoy these pre-soak/prewash videos. Phil, do you think APC's are sufficient compared to the foaming products? Have you tried Bilt Hamber Touchless? I use Optimum Power Clean. I have a truck that sees off-road use. The foaming products, like Gyeon Foam, don't seem to work nearly as well as Optimum Power Clean and possibly other APC's.
Hi. Thanks. So we have found that our pre wash methods will change according to the condition of the vehicle and what service we are doing. For really nasty vehicles that we have not detailed in a while or first time customers we use a strong APC at 1:4 and do our APC rinse method. We have found that the snow foaming products even ones like Bilt Hamber don't clean as well as out APC rinsing methods. But that's just what we have found...other detailers have their methods that still work for them.
@@MirandaDetailing awesome! Which APC do you recommend for nasty vehicles ? Do you use it in IK Foamer or regular mist spraying pump?
Looks good. Maybe foam it on with the cannon to cut a few more minutes off the process, if a gallon or so of water is available. All you need is one more bottle for the cannon. Then you can save the space from the IK foamer.
Hi. Thanks. Yeah that’s an option.
Another amazing video Phil always full of useful knowledge .
IMO having a great pressure washer makes a big difference. Your AR is a spectacular machine. I want one but my rental only has a 15 amp circuit.
Very true!!
Great video Phil happy independence day vacations in US. Much love from Greece
Another excellent video! I just picked up a new Ik former today @ appreciate the tips. I have a couple of bottles of both dreammaker @ beadmaker and will try combining the two. Tks phil & jess. 👍🇨🇦
Once again thank you for teaching us how to detail faster!!
That Schrader valve on that sprayer is a great idea. I was wondering if it is a particular type and does it have to have a nut on the inside to hold it or will it just hold being screwed in tightly with a generous amount of Teflon tape.
Hi. So the IK Foamer Pro 12 comes with it already. It’s pre installed. So you don’t have to worry about that.
Hey Phill, what kind of hose are you using with your pressure washer. I’m looking to upgrade for a kink free experience. Thanks
Hi. This is the hose we use, the 50Ft version bit.ly/3JpSt7r
Jam packed with great information. That’s a lot of gunshots there Phil! thanks for the informative video! 👍🏼👍🏼
First off - I'm learning so much from your videos, thanks! Quest: Could that small SPTA handheld polisher possibly be used with a cleaner polish as part of the prep process for a better bond before using a ceramic-based spray wax/sealant? Or is a full blown 8/15mm polisher much better for a cleaner polish?
Hi. Thanks so much! Yeah you could totally use that little SPTA polisher for very basic cleaner polishes, just to use as a prep.
Top tip with the vaseline, my pump sprayers often leak. Going to try it out.
Loved the video and loved hearing the gunshots! Thanks for the content!
Car looks wonderful Phil and Jess.
George Orwell, animal farm! It may not be the original (I don't know) but that's where I heard of it first. Great book for all that never read it.
Exactly! Very interesting especially with todays issues!
That wasn't bad the Arnold voice 👌 😊like it.
😂👍
Do the pre rinse since I saw it on your channel. Thank you!
If its hot outside, do you suggest to rinse the vehicle before using the pre-wash application?
Hi. Excellent question! I have a video for that th-cam.com/video/CGBbYtdDqhw/w-d-xo.html
Hey boss what apc did y’all use and what would ya recommend for a beginner 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽thanks y’all ‼️‼️keep up that 🔥🔥 work
Hi. We to this day still use Super Clean, we dilute it 1:10. I would dilute it 1:20, remeber to just not let it dry on the paint, only let it dwell for 30+ secs then rinse it off.
Awesome video! Couple questions. Have you ever used Koch-Chemie - Green Star? Also, genius idea with the Schrader valve. What size hole do you drill to install the valve?
Hi. Thanks. Oh yeah. We use green start all the time. Love it as an exterior APC.
Have you ever considered a keg sprayer? Air pressure will last longer in them. They’re about the same price as IK sprayers if you build them yourself.
Really?! Very interesting! Does it have a foaming tip also? Do you have any links to one you would recommended?
@@MirandaDetailing detail kegs would be the big brand name on them. But they sell parts so you can build your own or buy a small used one. His channel has a video of him foaming 3 cars with 1 gallon of solution.
@@stephen1503 Very cool! Thanks man!
if I use a pump sprayer for APC, can i rinse it out thoroughly, and use same pump sprayer for spraying rinseless wash at a later date?
Hi. Oh yeah that’s totally fine.
@@MirandaDetailing thank you for the speedy reply
Love the videos Phil definitely applying your tips and tricks to my business and have been getting awesome results thank you 💪🏾
It is funny because I watched your previous video about the APC rinse this morning and then you released an updated version this afternoon. Does using APC rinse strip wax or sealant every time you use it? Great video and really enjoy your content!
Hi So using a strong apc or soap for maintenance washing is not what we do. These methods are only for the initial cleaning only. For maintenance washing you only need to rinse and wash per usual.
how many minutes before rinsing the pre wash solution? thank you sir for great tips 😊
Hi. That all depends on how hot it is and if it’s in direct sunlight. It’s not about minutes it’s about watching the paint and making sure it doesn’t dry completely. It really only takes 30-60 seconds then rinse off.
@@MirandaDetailing awesome thanks sir.. looking forward for more tips from you 😊.. love your channel from san francisco ca ✌️
Nice content. Off the topic question 🙋 what’s the best compound and polish working out in direct sunlight when doing paint correction
Hi. Most modern compounds and polishes can be used outdoors and even in direct sun. The Meguiar’s D300 correction compound is one of them. And 3D One and 3D Speed are also excellent for polishing in the sun b
@@MirandaDetailing wow good to know I got a 3D store 10 minutes out from where I live too. Haven’t heard much of them. Thanks
I love 3D products.
What pressure washer do you recommend 🤗
We use the ARblue630 and love it! th-cam.com/video/SPI8GSQUYCw/w-d-xo.htmlsi=E4tawH8pjjWcHefV
Great video as always and thank you for the tips! Apc rinse fan here. But the downside is on direct sunlight I do have some trouble since I’m working alone I have to work fast and with your method with the foam rinse with a high ph soap might just be a better alternative in those kind of situation. Will definitively give it a try this summer! Keep the good work Phil&Jess love your humour 🙌
Thanks! 😎👍🏼
Where can I get a bucket with measurements on it? The link in description for the clear buckets doesn't work
Hi. Oh sorry. The link must be bad now.
I got it from here. www.detail-division.com/products/ghost-bucket?variant=40881116414067¤cy=USD&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiApaarBhB7EiwAYiMwqr0lYq4WAgqlXlNlbg7Azu7fTLU2qSBkaxAgtWyZAgTRdFMI5INSgRoCmuoQAvD_BwE
What is your choice of product and dilution ratio for the foaming wash
We use Super Clean mostly at a 1:10 dilution.
cracking job both of you, Mountain Grey is a good MB colour. I thought the alloys were bronze too.....😂 Just got some P&S Dreammaker, must try a combo mix, thanks for the idea (not a real fan of BM, but have some left over).
update: used BM & DM mix yesterday (60/40) on a deep clean of the Outback (2 months since last bath) -- outstanding combo, the gloss was incredible and then sealed with Infinity Wax's SuperGloss+ Spray Wax -- you could dive into the Deep Blue Pearl now, thanks Phil. 😎
Awesome!
hello I am new to your channel, dsl de mon English I am using a translator, I am from Quebec, question I do a lot of customers in the spring with really dirty vehicles, and I have not yet found a good prewash method, but in seeing your video I can't wait to try it, I have a lot of gallons of P&S | ALL PURPOSE CLEANER GALLON but I don't find that does a good job for pre-washing unless I don't have the right ratio, I read that you take a lot of super clean and KOCH CHEMIE GREEN STAR which would be the best for vehicles dirty and the right ratio to mix thank you very much and I subscribed to your channel see you again
Hi. Thanks for watching!
Definitely try the Koch Chemie Green stat at either 1:4 or 1:10. Try both and see how they work. I still use Super Clean 1:10 and I found that to be the most effective and most affordable.
@@MirandaDetailing thank you very much for the information
forget the apc rinse.... what shades are those phil???
🤣😎👍🏼. I got them at a TJMaxx
Love ur channel... What cordless polisher is that and how long do the batteries last?
Hi. Thanks. It’s the SPTA cordless polisher. If you just spreading wax/sealants you can get 4+ vehicles. If you are doing a light polish or enhancement about half way around before you need to change the battery.
I just used Super Clean at 4:1 on a Honda Accord and let it dwell on the paint for 30-40 seconds then rinsed off. I noticed I now have streaks on the paint where it appeared to have dried? Temp outside today was only 55 degrees and not in direct sunlight. Have you experienced the paint staining from any APC and if so, how did you remove it? Not coming off when drying the paint or using a quick detailer.
Hi. Did you pre rinse first or apply on dry surface? Honda paint is typically soft so it may need a light polish or just machine applied wax or AIO.
@@MirandaDetailing rinsed off panel first then APC. APC wasn't dried on the surface after second rinse.
Could just be sensitive paint. I light polish or machine applied sealant should fix it
Do you still use meguuairs apc? What's your ratios of dilute for interiors and exterior
Hi. I haven’t in a while. But when we used to we used 1:10 for light to medium and 1:4 for heavy cleaning.
Nice video! Did you use Kosch or P&S APC for the exterior pre wash? Did you time it before rinsing? Thx
Hi. At minute 4:47 I showed that we used KCX Super Foam for the pre wash this time. We don't need to time anything, just wait about a minute and keep an eye on it so that it doesn't dry.
@@MirandaDetailing thanks for the great tips and content!
An animal farm reference... nice... my favorite was something like... no animal shall sleep in a bed...later the pigs added... with sheets... that always cracked me up... was the shooting range there when you moved in.? That constant banging would be annoying...
Exactly! 🤣 yeah that was funny! No the neighbors just shoot in their back yard. Oh well🤷🏻♂️. Hence the reference….🤣
like your videos and the detailed information. I am a weekend warrior but like my cars to be in tip top shape and shine. what product do you use for a spray on wash off for rims to keep them clean? I have seen a few but like your opinion. thank you
Hi Thanks. So we have used Gyeon Wet Coat and recently Pureest Hydrophobic Shampoo on wheels. With that product i spray, agitate with a soft wheel mitt then rinse and it beads up like crazy. bit.ly/3zZnwVz
Hey guys, first time here and subscribed. How much would you guys charge for that outside detail? im about to start my detail business here in Australia.
wish me luck😂
Hi! Welcome! That’s awesome! We wish you success!
Usually for our exterior details they start at $175 for a basic wash, clay bar, and sealant. Our polishing services start at $500.
I love the combination of bead maker and dream maker
Do you use this on ceramic coated vehicles?
I
Do in mine every month and it seems to help clean it better than a regular wash
Hi. You definitely can.
What machine are you using to apply the wax/sealant? Looks very handy....
Hi. Its this little guy amzn.to/3ahI7ed
I didn't see the link to that battery powered polisher you were using unless I might have missed it. Curious as to the brand that is and the cost?
Hi. Oh sorry. Here it is amzn.to/3PiZTgc
Yup savin this one to. Hey Phil, I noticed the tires were still a little brownish in color. I keep getting the same thing . Not to worry?? Or does the dressing just cover it anyway?
Hi. Yeah even after heavy cleaning some tires will always have that blooming that happens. I don’t worry about that however because the tires always get dirty again. Customers simply don’t care that much.
@@MirandaDetailing by the way....I love the stool, used it this weekend. Huge back saver👍
Hi Phil that tire shine spray does it sling on to the paint or do you brush it in a little thanks 😊
Hi. If applied to heavy I have found all dressings sling….so with this one. Spray it on, let it dwell and then go back with a towel and gently wipe down any access. It will be fine! 😎👍🏼
@@MirandaDetailing thanks I just spotted a combo pack at one of our automotive stores going to go check it out
From the novel 'Animal Farm' by George Orwell
Exactly!
Do you use the same process if the vehicle has protection like a ceramic coating? If not what would you differently? Thanks!
So using a strong apc or soap for maintenance washing is not what we do. These methods are only for the initial cleaning only. For maintenance washing you only need to rinse and wash per usual.
8:25 what brand pump sprayer is this?? Thanks in advance👍🏻
Hi. It’s just a cheaper hand pump sprayer from Home Depot or Amazon. amzn.to/4erZRjf
Another great video!! Im in the pnw so the main thing I fight is moss, I stopped pre-soaking a while back since It didn't matter what I did I just had to spend the same amount of water and time rinsing the moss out of the seams. Any suggestions on a moss specific pre? I'm going to look around thanks for reminding me it can be helpful!
On a side note, if my neighbor was letting freedom ring in the first week of July I'd join him/her. And get their number so I could let em know in advance that I was filming at a certain time and maybe they would save their rediculously pricey ammo at that time. Just a thought. I know if I had enough property to have a berm I would happily oblige my friendly neighbors if they needed certain quiet times.
Thanks again for a great video I'm off to look for a moss specific pretreat :)
Hi. Thanks! Oh wow moss build up. That’s crazy. I would assume a high alkaline treatment would soften it enough to blast off. We have done a few neglected mossy vehicles and we just used a strong degreaser/apc mixture to pre soak and it seemed to work well.
Oh I understand that the 4th of July thing…but this was filmed a few months back. It’s just random gunfire on their property. Their fireworks are usually pretty awesome actually. 😎👍🏼
✊ fellow PNW detailer!
I find the best thing for moss, algae, etc. is Romabio Algae and Moss Cleaner. I’d link it, but TH-cam will block it. Its on Amazon. It’s environment friendly and safe on all exterior surfaces and works great without agitation just follow up pressure wash, highest psi you’re comfortable with. It inhibits further growth too, and I find it makes a difference on rubber seals that don’t get a lot of protection attention like paint does.
My big hassle is pollen.. when it builds up around door and window gaps and cracks.. stuff is sticky as hell. I usually soak it with Citrol and then steam, but if you have a good method for that crap, let me know.
So your prewash should be alkaline, regardless of foam or spray? Also, what does Mercedes call that color? It’s beautiful sleek grey. Thank for the video!!
Hi. Yeah the pre wash for vehicles that need full details is always a high ph to help clean better. Not sure on the color name but it’s awesome!
Great job Phil, was that the SPTA cordless polisher that you were using to apply the sealant?
Hey man. Thanks.
Yeah it’s this. amzn.to/3I9F0kZ
@@MirandaDetailing Awesome! I plan to buy one today, thanks Phil :)
Hi Phil...love your videos!!! you and your wife are awesome!! your tips and tricks are great! I have one question for you .... any thoughts on Ozone machine? ... do you use it to "disinfect" cars? I read mixed info about it eg. it needs to be really strong machine to actually kill bacteria, or that repeated use is harmful to the surfaces in a car....i find it also inconvenient since i cant be present during the time machine is working. also afterwards during refreshing air in the studio. how do you deal with disinfection and is it a service you offer? feel free to make a short video :-D Thank you!!!
Hi. We do use an ozone machine sometimes for very light odors. But we never guarantee odor or completely disinfecting. There is just no way of guaranteeing that.
What if the vehicle has a wax or sealant what can I use as a pre treatment? I’ve heard I could just dilute some onr but what are your suggestions?
Hi. So this pre wash process is for initial details only. Vehicles that have a wax, sealant, or coating are washed differently. Basically just pre rinsing, foaming and washing. But if you need a little extra cleaning power for protected vehicles you can use a dedicated pre wash foam like AM details Snow foam. It’s tough enough to clean without compromising any protection
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@@MirandaDetailing so if I do pre-treat a vehicle with apc, can I use like a spray wax after? What about if I’m mobile detailing and I’m trying not to let the water dry? Is a drying aid the same thing as a wax?
So are you washing a vehicle that has protection already on it? Or is this an initial detail that you want to deep clean and then wax or seal afterward? That’s where the difference is for me. For a maintenance wash on a vehicle that is already protected if you need to use a stronger pre wash then you should follow up with some sort of spray protection to top it. Not all “drying aids” have protection in them. So find something that is a spray wax/sealant that can be applied wet or dry. The hybrid solutions wet wax is a ceramic based spray on ceramic sealant that can be applied wet or dry.
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I’m assuming this is fine to use on every car, because if it’s coated the APC won’t eat it-and if it degrades the sealant on there, you’d be topping it anyway.
So using a strong apc or soap for maintenance washing is not what we do. These methods are only for the initial cleaning only. For maintenance washing you only need to rinse and wash per usual.
@@MirandaDetailing makes sense to me!!
Phil, great video. Could you use this method when cleaning a ceramic coated car? I have Gyeon mohs and top it with their ceramic detailer after every wash.
So using a strong apc or soap for maintenance washing is not what we do. These methods are only for the initial cleaning only. For maintenance washing on coated vehicles you only need to rinse and wash per usual.
Great video If you doing a pre rinse with a apc which one would you go with? Super clean? Or a Koch chemie greenstar start or does it matter? Also what would be the recommended ratio for a pre rinse with an apc?
For APC rinsing I go back and forth between Super Clean and KC Greenstar. both work really well.
@@MirandaDetailing what are the dilution ratio's for GS?
I like to use it 1:4-1:10 for an apc rinse and 1:10-1:15 for interiors.
that little hand held polish applicator you used, what is that! I might want one.
Hi. It’s this. amzn.to/3I9F0kZ
Nice job as always Phil and Jess. I always learn alot. On a lighter note with all those gun shots is Elmer Fudd hunting wabbits?
Thanks! 🤣 🐇 🔫
Hey Miranda! What foam tip are you using in your IK foamer, is it grey one, the green one or the orange one?
Hi. Actually i'm not use, I never changed it when I bought it. I think its the green one.
Hey Phil I can't find that Koch chemie soap. Where can I purchase from. Looks very good. I'd like to try that out. Good contact keep up the good work.
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would you consider the turtle wax max-power for the APC? i only ask because, I have it here now and it sounds like it's stronger concentrations would fit the bill?
That could really well also. Give it try!
@@MirandaDetailing which concentration would you start with. The mild, moderate, or just go flat out aggressive and call it a day?
It’s not as strong as a dedicated apc, so I have used it full strength in the foam cannon before and it’s seems to work really well!
Does SFN product is APC ? You sayd its about 12PH but in other video you told us that is about 5PH. When you mix it with water 1/4 its PH is also going down ?. The other question is if i want to use bug spray as pre-wash can i change bug spray for APC(SFN) product and use it in pre-wash and if yes than can i pre-wash whole car with APC deluted with water ? I will focus mainly on Mobile car wash. Thank you for answer.
Hi. The SFN soap is not an APC. Its a high ph soap. I may have misspoke or was talking about another soap if I said it was ph5, its a ph of 12. it can be used as a prewash, used in either a foam cannon or the IK pro foamer12. it does great on bugs also in the prewash.
@@MirandaDetailing okey thank you for the answer. So can you explain basicly for what is APC and when should we use it ? Im new in detailing and Im starting also with my girlfriend. Ps.We was happy that there is couple that doo detailing together
Does the pre wash cause any prior coatings to be stripped? Would this only be used on cars that will be stripped and re-coated or will it be ok to do on maintenance washes as well?
Hi. Yes this strong pre wash is for vehicles that we are initially detailing and will either protect after or polish and coat.
If you search maintenance detail in our channel you will find more videos like this
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In regards to the polisher you were using. Do you know if using a paste wax on the pads instead of a liquid wax be ok?
Hi. Yes you can use paste waxes with this polisher and pad also.
Great video just a question see the pre wash if I put it in a 5ltr pump sprayer but I only use a small amount will it be ok for the next time the stuff I have mixed or will it break down over weeks ??
Hi. It doesn’t go bad or anything. So you’re good. 😎👍🏼
@@MirandaDetailing Thank you 😊 ❤
What did you use to clean the rims
It's this bit.ly/3lovTFQ
With the right dilution, could you do a apc wash as part of the decontamination process with a ceramic coated car?
Certainly can! I would do 1:10 and see if that works. You could also can do 1:4 on really dirty coated vehicles.
@@MirandaDetailing would super clean @ 1:10 ratio be to harsh?
@@GoTMLGo1967 that’s what we use also and it’s fine.
@@MirandaDetailing thank you 🙏
Does super clean foam up
How many washes do you think an lsp will last if you spray apc as a prewash?
Hi. Well the pre wash like this is not meant for maintenance details. I don’t use it on protected vehicles with waxes and sealants. On coatings it’s fine if they we showing signs of clogging. th-cam.com/video/EFaWGuiGc_c/w-d-xo.html
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Lmao 😂I’m Arnold and we’re going to be detailing this vehicle Lmao 🤣 you are hilarious my bro
another awesome video and tutorial/content good friend
Love it :) yall are great
How you liking that sgs-28 and acqualine nozzle set up?
I love them! Such a nice gun and nozzle setup.
@@MirandaDetailing glad to hear. I really want the sgs-35 Bc I love the color, but I’ll probably settle with sgs-28 because of the pride difference lol
Can you use the pre wash on Matte paint & Matte painted wheels?
It depends on if it’s matte PPF, vinyl, or actual matte paint, you can still use these methods but at a weaker dilution.
9:08 Top seals - Maybe use plumbers grease / silicone grease .
Oh yeah. I actually just use Vaseline.
Hey Phil loved the vid - sorry if dumb question but would a prewash with such a high Ph be ok on ceramic coatings?
So using a strong apc or soap for maintenance washing is not what we do. These methods are only for the initial cleaning only. For maintenance washing on protected vehicles, whether coated or waxes/sealed you only need to rinse and wash per usual.
@@MirandaDetailing aah I see! Thanks for clarification 👍👍👍👍
What little handheld polisher did you use to apply the sealant?
Hi. It’s this amzn.to/3bX2fmx
What’s that tool you used to machine apply ?
Hi. It's this amzn.to/3vzI9Wq
can u put superclean on paint
What decon are you spraying on the paint Phil?
Hi. It’s Hybrid Solutions Rapid Decon in the electric spray bottle! It’s awesome stuff! bit.ly/3F4kuA5
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Alan what do you use as a clay lube?
We usually just use the soap on the vehicle as the clay line because we wash and use the clay mitt or towel at the sale time. Sometimes we clay separately and just whatever clay lube we have laying around. Doesn’t really matter much.
What dilution do you recommend for 3D APC for a pre rinse?
Hi. I believe they have the dilutions on the bottle. Which 3D apc are you using? The nano pals?
Morning‼️
Will APC pre-rinse strip your protectant?
Hi. Yes it can. That’s the point when doing a full detail. We want to paint clean. For maintenance details we don’t use an apc pre wash. We just rinse and wash.
@@MirandaDetailing awesome. Thx. That's exactly what I do. I've only been detailing since about Sept 2021, but I'm a good student and love detailing and learning. Thx a bunch‼️
You’re welcome!
Can i use koch chemie P6 as a primer for ceramic coat? I have P6 available to me?
Hi. Not that I know of. They don’t have a primer polish that I know of yet.
@@MirandaDetailing they dont, they recommend M3 as a finishing polish before coating. Just needed that extra pop so to say. Keep up with the awesome work you do. Learnt alot from you 👍👍
Good morning Phil
Great video
What’s your coffee of choice?
Morning! This weeks coffee came from a small batch brewer in KY. Kankuamos Colombian!
Could I mix some meguiars d101 APC with my snow foam soap to get a bit extra bite? It’s been a rough weather couple of days here in Texas
Hi. Depending on the soap it may not need that...but if you find its not cleaning enough yes you can add a few oz of a strong apc to increase the cleaning.
Looked great
What is the little cordless polisher that you used?
Hi. It’s this. amzn.to/3I9F0kZ
I bought P&S APC, I’m a noobie, but I’m not impressed, it seems to dull any surface I put it on, I’ve tried the recommended dilution ratios and tried it on vinyl and interior plastics, also on leatherette, is it supposed to dull everything ? I’d be scared to try it in the paint of my car.
Also, will this degrade any wax, sealant or ceramic coating ? I have my car done with TLC2.
Hi. Do you mean you have been using it on interior leathers, vinyl, and plastics and it’s leaving it a matte dry finish?
@@MirandaDetailing yes, but not that OEM type finish. It looks almost cloudy dull. Like either lots of residue has been left behind or it has stripped away something. It gets a nice look back after applying a dressing (Adam’s VRT), but the finish leaves me concerned and especially nervous to try on paint
@@chrisryan8894 that’s weird. Never had a problem with using that apc before. Usually when using any leather cleaner we use a damp towel to “rinse” the surface so it doesn’t leave residue. A dry towel isn’t sufficient. But it should leave a dry matte finish becasue it has cleaned all the dirt and off. You can also reduce the dilution more if needed. Recently we have been using dedicated leather cleaners like Megs leather cleaner D181. It’s a ready to use cleaner that works incredibly well!
@@MirandaDetailing thanks for the tips. I’ll try the damp towel and a higher dilution…I’d like to use up the product before buying something else. I bought the gallon size hoping it would save me some money