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Step-by-step detailing guides: washing, decontamination, foam cannons, pressure washers, and paint-safe technique from the DetailRig garage.
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Clay bars give maximum control and feedback for first-timers and spot work; clay mitts cover whole cars 3–4x faster and survive being dropped. Here is when each one wins.
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Most thin-foam problems are dilution problems, not cannon problems. Start at 1–2 oz of soap per 32 oz bottle, tune with the ratio knob, and match the orifice to your pressure washer's flow.
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Yes — 1800 PSI is enough for routine car washing, and flow (GPM) matters more than pressure for safe, fast rinsing. Here is the data from our garage lab and what to check before you buy.
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Most swirl marks come from the wash, not the road. Here is how the two-bucket method works, why grit guards matter, and the exact sequence that keeps dirt off your paint.