Washing materials

[Nick@Apollo-Optics]

Use two buckets with grit guards in the bottom, quality sponge/mitt, quality soap, and quality microfiber towels. I'd also grab a bottle of detail spray to aid in drying. And if budget allows, glass cleaner with a towel specifically for glass.

All of the major brands like Adam's and Chemical Guys are quality these days. Technology has developed rapidly in the last few years when it comes to detailing.

 

[Jmcpherson]

If you prefer soft touch washes, Mark VII Choice Wash XT and Soft Wash rollover units can handle a Raptor with a little room to spare.
Most overhead mounted automatic machines can handle a Raptor. D&S friction machines and and Laser Washes are examples that should work
I'm a car wash owner and Raptor owner so an automatic that is Raptor friendly is very important. I use Mark VII equipment.
I hope this helps.

 

[sabass]

www.drbeasleys.com

 

[JohnyPython]

I use the 2 bucket method but I’m interested in trying a foam cannon now.

 

[Ricoman]

ok just found out 2019 Raptor I am purchasing will not fit in the car wash I use. Can someone tell me what equipment etc to purchase for easy home wash ? Thanks

Unless your 6'8" and have Gorilla Arms...go to Home Depot (or online if local store doesnt have)and buy their "Gorilla" Brand Work platform so you can reach the top of cab and not have to reach over and maybe scratch fenders when doing hood....WAY better than a step ladder that can tip over...and this allows you a 3ft walkway...folds up flat in shop,and has many other uses around house....for under $60,its well worth it.....AND....as I've posted in other threads....if you dont have a wife or GF thats gonna laugh their asses off,or be jealous as hell for blow drying your truck...a good Leaf Blower will take case of the water spots...dont know what color you got,mine is Black,and you just have to look at it and spots form....its a bitch to keep spots off Black..but OH SO BEAUTIFUL when done....
Good luck with yours....!!

 

[MDJAK]

check out obsessedgarage.com

Also youtube channel of the same name.

But not if you want to go cheap. If you like the best and don't mind paying for it, you'll see custom Kranzle installed pressure washers, etc.

Also, while I use the two bucket method, I've been thinking of going away from it as the grit guards do trap dirt but not all of it. It's a cheap and easy method to just have a bunch of wash mitts and use one per panel so you don't have to keep dunking it in a rinse bucket.

 

[goblues38]

If you prefer soft touch washes, Mark VII Choice Wash XT and Soft Wash rollover units can handle a Raptor with a little room to spare.
Most overhead mounted automatic machines can handle a Raptor. D&S friction machines and and Laser Washes are examples that should work
I'm a car wash owner and Raptor owner so an automatic that is Raptor friendly is very important. I use Mark VII equipment.
I hope this helps.

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But the brushes....say no to the brushes

 

[rtmozingo]

Actually just finished up my spring deep clean two weekends ago. Other than good products, a bucket or two (depending on how you clean your mitt), water hose with spray head, and quality drying towels is about all you need.

I have quite the litany of products that I like if you yall are interested.

https://imgur.com/gallery/RLrYOI5

With all the youtube mentions, I'm aghast nobody has mentioned AMMO NYC, who is king when it comes to teaching car cleaning. In fact, he has a whole video training series now.

I cannot do without some of his products now. AMMO Reflex, Boost, and Hydrate are staples of my collection now.

Also, I really wish I knew about Gtechniq C4 when I first got my truck.

 

[Raptor1101]

ok just found out 2019 Raptor I am purchasing will not fit in the car wash I use. Can someone tell me what equipment etc to purchase for easy home wash ? Thanks

Mine fits in nearly all washes around me. Never had an issue. Been they prolly 20 diff washes

 

[Fastback89]

I bought a cheep folding drywall stand from Amazon it's so great for washing the top of the truck.