How to safely APC rinse your car | car detailing tips and tricks | Stay Slick
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- čas přidán 23. 07. 2024
- In this video I hope to squash the fear and misinformation surrounding performing an APC rinse on yours or your customers vehicles. We will be going over all the myths as well as the truths and how you can perform this step in 3 different ways.
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That’s why I do it. Thank you.
Dude! Excellent explanation on APC rinsing! Perfect logical points you brought out! So glad other detailers are using these methods and disproving the dogma of some detailers!
Yes and thank you for being the reason I know about apc rinsing.
When are u making one about apc always watch your video as well
Phil has made quite a few featuring apc rinsing
@@yukonstriker1703 True...However, I get the most questions on this subject of pre-washing. So it's awesome that fellow detailers stay on point and discuss these methods so others who need help can understand them easily. 👍
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Stay slick there was a great video that you put out today you as always you put out some great videos you go in great details with explain it step-by-step. For now on I will be using a CP rents on all the vehicles I do here in the DMV. Keep up the good work congratulations on your work and keep getting those subscriber’s to your page.
Terry from the DMV.
Thank you terry im glad you’re getting some value from the videos. As a show of appreciation I would appreciate a discount on my tags or a smog certificate and a set of tags. I have a check engine light.
Great video and as always, great content. Your topics and video format is easy to understand without taking 30 minutes plus. Super informative.
Been seeing this a lot lately and maybe you can consider making a video about this in the near future as I’m sure it would shed some major light. APC on interior panels? Good, bad, yes, no and why? Thanks again for the knowledge and for the super dope content. Stay Slick!
Right on thank you sir and thank for the idea.
Great job, Mr. Slick! I liked and subbed and look forward to exploring your catalogue. Thank you.
Thank you shanna I really appreciate the support. Stay Slick 🤙🏽
Another great video Gary G gotta stay slick 👍🏻
Always always before you do anything else……Stay Slick 🤙🏽
Truly great information here. I too have been scared off by what other people say about APC pre wash, but thank you for your assurance and guidance
No problem brother I hate saying use common sense because sometimes it sounds like you’re saying the person is stupid but I really think it means is is don’t overreact or create an issue. That’s not there. People are so afraid to experiment and I think experimentation is what gets us to the level that we are at. I would experiment in different temperatures in all different types of surfaces and just see what results you get.
Thanks for the tips! Greatly appreciated. Keep up the good work
I'll have to try this on my next detail.
I've also seen Wilson Auto Detailing put Super Clean into his foam cannon together with the snow foam to "supercharge" the foam
Yes. Luke had some great videos.
Sound advice 👌, and great tips. Just know what you are doing. Stay slick!
You got it. Stay Slick My Friend 🤙🏽
Wish I found you earlier. Finally turning my hobby of detailing into a business and watching all these detail videos have really complicated my detailing process. Just need to have more fun like you said👍 You got yourself a new sub stay blessed
Haha yea I went through that too it’s unfortunate. Everybody wants to make Detailing seem like a science so they look more “Skilled”
Wow what a great video I was afraid to try it but after I saw your video I used it on my car here in Michigan that had tons of road salt on it and all's I can say is OMG it totally cleaned all of it unlike other pre-wash foams you made me a believer thanks a ton and keep up the great work
Right on brother I’m glad it worked for you. You just Gotta try your best to make sure it doesn’t dry on the paint that’s really all you got to worry about. Dilute it 4:1 or 10:1 depending on the level of grime.
Great video. Thanks!
Great video. Smash the dogma. Your videos are quickly becoming a favorite of mine. I like your story and how you keep things real. Keep up the good work
Thank you man that’s very kind of you. I’m glad I’m delivering what you guys want. Stay Slick 🤙🏽
Great video and explanation!! Well done.
Thank you sir
Great video. I'll be doing this process on an upcoming ceramic coating I have. Stay Slick!
Right on man Stay Slick 🤙🏽
Solid video and as many have stated, excellent explanation!
Thank you 🙏🏼
Great presentation as always brother. Keep up the good work.
Thank you sir. Stay Slick 🤙🏽
1st and thanks for all these tips 🙏
Absolutely. Thank you sir.
Thank you for this great information!!!
Yessir
Thanks for the game Gary! In this Texas heat, I've never tried an APC rinse in fear but I gotta try these tricks. I usually spray in a designated area then rinse, but I wanna try it in a foam cannon.
There you go. Experimentation is key to finding your groove.
Great VIDEO! Don't like spraying apc with foamer on paint it leaves streaks on the paint for some reason probably traffic film issues so gonna try it in foam cannon with soap see what happens.
Yes sir I would do a full vehicle apc rinse then if youre getting streaks. Also make sure youre not missing anything while doing your contact wash. I notice if I’m rushing I get that too.
Thank you! I have seen that you can't use super clean because it will eat the clear coat and cause marring and xyz. But I used it on my engine bay and wasn't very careful with it, I even sprayed the painted parts on the bay, with awesome results, so maybe now I will try this method on rocker panels and wheel wells! Thank you very much for this video!
If it makes you feel more comfortable just dilute it 10:1 to make it a light cleaner
I recently started using APC, had some dirty dirty cars and wondered why, after 6 years I never risked it. Had someone give me a bottle of LA’s apc from dollar tree once and didn’t use it. I hsed some APC from Adams Polishes recently and omg felt so much better while working. Much faster for those dirty dirty cars. Obviously adding on protection afterwards as well which comes out nicely too
I saw one my local guys doing apc rinses. Miranda detailing. Now I use super clean at 10:1. Works un real well. Also the msn from Koch chemie is great at 30:1!!
Great information brother as always.👍🇺🇸🇺🇸
Thank you sir. Stay Slick 🤙🏽
Great video I definitely took something from this!
Glad to help brother
Thanks brother for the practical and common sense…detail industry got everyone out here confused
Absolutely. Not a problem.
Great video , i usually use carpro lift and then contact wash
Yep that’s a good one too
Thanks for the tip
I tried apc today for the first time without knowing anything about it. I don’t know how much I diluted it I just eyeballed it but that’s the fastest I’ve ever seen bugs come off of the front of my car. They had been baked on for awhile because the car was at my in-laws for a few weeks and I detailed it today and I was blown away. Even the road grime dissolved in less than 10 seconds
Thank you mate! Cheers from Australia! 🍺
Thank you brotha much appreciated.
man thanks for just keeping it real and not turning fakeish like some people love the good honest content you are definitly one of my favorites
Thank you very much I really appreciate that and I’m happy youre getting value from the content.
THANKS FOR THE VIDEO
Not a problem
Thank you so much about explaining the dilution ratio math! That just made everything so much easier! I previously used a calculator online to get the info but never though much about the math. I love it! Just subscribed!
If using SuperClean in sprayer/foamer I understand 4:1 is probably best but if I am using a foam cannon for APC rinse using SuperClean, should I go 3:1 since it is going to be diluted further by the water from the foam cannon?
Hope you find this reply but I would recommend figuring out your PIR (Panel impact ratio) if you’re using APC in a foam cannon. This ensures you’re using enough chemical in your foam cannon to ensure you’re getting the results you desire as the water flowing through when in use dilutes it.
Apréciate your video brother god blessed you
When I apc rinse a whole vehicle with super clean in a foam cannon I usually use it 1:1 since it’s gonna dilute more with the water coming out werks like a charm but Thnks for the knowledge
No that’s good knowledge. Good to know I will try that. I haven’t had a situation where the fourth one didn’t work but I want to try that anyways now that you said it
Excellent video. Can a little bit of APC in a foam cannon be used as a weekly wash to boost the cleaning power of your existing foam soap?
Great video. Thank you for including different ways to use the product! Exactly what I was looking for. Is it ok to spray the vehicle before a pre-rinse or should you spray water, apc, then rinse again before foam?
Hey brother, thank you for watching you know it really depends on the weather. If you’re not worried about the APC drying on the vehicle you can go ahead and spray it down first without pre-rinsing but I would only let it dwell for about 30 seconds or so if it’s hot outside, I would definitely prerinse with water.
Nice. Where I live, automotive APC's are expensive. But they locally produce an APC stupid cheap in comparison called "Sacató". Not sure about other ingredients, but PH level is same as Super Clean. Good enough for me👌🏽
i always worried about the super clean ratio so thank you i will try the 4:1 ratio
Yes sir 4:1 or 5:1 are great ratios.
@@StaySlick thank you
Cool video, 👍
Thank you bro
I use superclean. Here in NY after snow Strom I use full strength in foam Canon to wash undercarriage of my daily .I use 1:4 in foam fanon to wash lower body panels and rinse after 5 minutes not in direct sun. Works great. Superclean is best. One thing in notice that superclean looses it's color in spray bottle when diluted 1:4. Not sure why. Only in spray bottle
Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Enjoying your videos! Question for you: since most pressure washers dilute the watrer/soap at a 10:1 ratio, could you use Super Clean at full-strength in a foam cannon so that it automatically dilutes it to a 10:1 ratio?!?
That’s a good question. I usually still dilute it at least 4:1 in the foam cannon
I use Super Clean on my car 3- 4 times a week. I wet the whole vehicle, including rims and tires with it, then rinse off with a pressure washer. My car is clean all the time, with very little work. If I'm going to do a hand wash, I do so after the SC application and rinse. In the spring when bug splatter is bad, I use SC almost daily. The clear coat remains pristine because there's very little grit on it to cause scratches.
Thanks bro 😎
Anytime brudda
Hi, so no problem in direct sunlight using super clean in a spray foam canon 4-1 for no longer than 30-60 seconds? If the vehicle has lots of grime apc is recommended? If not to bad just stick with a pre foam wash? Thanks
Hey Stay slick! Thanks for teaching us your methods.
I’ve been using this method and it works great but someone who’s been detailing longer than me told me it’s not safe on chrome parts, and chromes wheels. Is that true?
Only if it’s raw aluminum.
After apc rinse, would it be ok to use something like armor all ceramic soap for the contact wash?
Hey Slick! one think I noticed right away at the beginning of your video is that you are using the vortex G2 foam cannon. Wanted to ask how you would compare it to the MJJC? I only ask because according to G2 it gets "75% more foam than the competition". Just your 2cents. Thanks a lot man keep up the great work!
The one I’m using is white label meaning it doesn’t have a brand. It was poor foam at best so I did what I always do which is replacing the 1.25mm orifice with a 1.1mm and it got good foam after that. In my opinion it’s not that great. The two best foam cannons for foam are still the mtm pf22.2 and the MJJC foam pro. If it’s being rebranded I’m positive the manufacturer is either doing nothing and just making claims or they’re replacing the orifice with a 1.1 and then installing a filter with foam smashed in the middle of the metal. You can buy these filters on dtlrsupply.com
@@StaySlick gotcha thanks for the honestly and reply man. Happy Sunday!
What tip on the IK sprayer that you have foams ?? I am having trouble with it
I have super clean and I want to do a pre treatment prior to the contract wash is this safe? And also after I complete the contract wash/dry phase can I just add a spray wax?
Hi mate. I have a ceramic coated SUV. I generally use a bug remover and citrus foam wash (same retailer as the ceramic) before my contact wash. I'd considered using an APC (I have a gallon of Mothers APC) at 10:1 to hit my lower panels ,grill, roof racks, badges and window seals before going over with the Citrus foam. Would that be safe on the ceramics? I note you mention that it can degrade protection in this video. I also intened to hit the window seals, grill and badges with soft bristle detailing brush before rinsing. Thanks
Yea that was referring to spray sealants and wax’s. An actual. APC won’t harm ceramic coatings as long as it’s diluted 4:1 or more.
One of the best videos I’ve seen about this, is this safe on ceramic coating? I have 2 work trucks that are ceramic coated but get pretty dirty. And the pressure washer don’t get it all off.
Thank you I appreciate it. Yes ABC rinsing is safe on ceramic code of vehicles I was just deleted a little bit more than usual. For example I use super clean 4:1 for my APC rinsing but I might do 6:1 or even 8:1 on a ceramic coated car.
@@StaySlick thank you
I live on the countryside so APC is a must for me. Lots of things fall over the paint and APC is the best safe way to remove them. Works great for bugs, fresh tree sap and sure, all kind of road grime. Not sure why most APC are advertised for the interior while it's great on exterior paint.
I will try that
I really like Meguiar's Quick Interior Detailer Cleaner, but at $6 a bottle, it is expensive. Will Super Clean 10:1 get me the same results, and be safe on the interior?
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Good information bro …. We have a problem with super clean that strip the paint on a very hot day but we fix it polishing the paint .. what do you think and pure red degreaser?
*Streaks
I’ve only had super clean streak if it isn’t diluted enough. 4:1 minimum.
I've had APC dry on the paint and it left streaks that had to be polished off. Left it on for exactly 1 min and still left streaks. temp was 55 degrees and not in direct sunlight.
Interesting. The only experience I have had like that was using a super heavy degreaser by mirror finish polished.
Is (for example DIY All Clean the same as Super Clean Degreaser) all ApC the same?
Not sure if I missed it, but what happens when it dries and how to fix streaking, or how to fix when it dries? Thanks for the video
Hey brother usually you just re wet it and it clears up.
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What foam cannon did you use for the APC? Like that design
Hey brother I believe it’s called the grenade foam cannon. It was gifted to me.
Hey brother just a thought people are afraid to use APC because it is so basic PH. superclean has a pH of 13 but if you dilute it at 4:1 that's 20% APC and that brings the PH down to 8.2 in the foam Cannon as it mixes with water .as it shoots out so it's actually neutral pH by the time it comes out of the foam Cannon am I wrong in my thinking
No your right man most people don’t know that the ph can be lowered by diluting it.
Quick question, when in the foam canon is it paint safe to use super clean throughout exterior of car diluted of course?
Yes just make sure your solutions are correct and that it doesn’t dry.
Do you think a good 3 cap fulls of Super Clean added to my PH nuetral soap as a prerinse will be fine?
You can use it that way for sure.
When stuff is still stuck on lower panels after apc rinse, could you hit it with apc again and scrub or should you spray foam and scrub?
The idea of an APC rinses to do two things remove what it can and loosen up the rest. So in theory some stuff should come off and whatever doesn’t come off should be loosened up and safely removable with a wash mitt
What if i have a Wax or Sealant on my paint can super clean degreaser start to hurt and breakdown the protection?
Yes. Just dilute it more at 10:1 if you have some type of sealant on the paint.
What's the best dilution ratio if i want to strip wax and sealant off the car?
I never go stronger than 4:1
Great APC tip with washing cars. Do you normally rinse the car first then apply APC or do apply the APC first then rinse?
I always rinse first for a couple reasons:
1. to knock off any loose dirt That’ll come off with just the water.
2. To lower the surface temperature of the paint.
3. To keep the apc from drying prematurely.
That's good info! Will keep that in mind.
I've noticed apc stains the the matte black trim on the door surrounds and pillars.
thats from meguiars and autosmart.
anyone else notice that issue?
It can. Depends on the chemical and dilution of course.
What is the red foam cannon you use
I believe it’s called the grenade foam cannon. I’m not sure. It was gifted to me.
I noticed on black cars or platics it stains alittle sometimes
How to remove red dye stain out of carpet in car. This pink stain came from Uber Wolfgang rinseless Wash bottle 😩. Any suggestions Stay Slick? Thank you in advance 👍
I usually start with the p and s three step system ( terminator, carpet bomber, finisher ) if that doesn’t work then a dedicated red stain remover would be next. Also steam is a big help.
Do you have any apparel yet. I would love a shirt.
I don’t but it’s in the works.
How would I safely use APC if I had black plastic trim on the bottom part of my car? Without damaging the black color of fading it Pre maturly.
Does the apc prewash diluted to 4:1 degrade any sealants on the car?
Yes it will. Reapply a topper or a drying aid recommended
is this only for unprotected vehicles? no sealants/wax/coatings on the vehicle yet?
You can apc rinse a ceramic coated car but I wouldn’t recommend it on a vehicle with waxes or sealants cuz it may strip them off.
Can you add some super clean to any foaming soap?
Yes you can
Will super clean 10:1 degrade waxes or sealants?
Honestly probably not. It’s pretty light at that dilution.
I HAVE A 2 GALLON HOME AND GARDEN SPAYER, HOW MUCH DO I ADD WATER AND SUPER CLEAN ?
If you have a 2 gallon sprayer realistically you only should use a gallon and a half so you have some headroom for air so if you filter it 4:1 you need 38 oz of super clean.
Is this method safe for cars with plastic trims?
Yes indeed
so this replaces iron and bug decontamination stuff?
Not iron but bugs yes
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As I heard , rinse vehicle with simply water to cool surface . Then to spray whatever APC you want and rinse off .
You can do it dry if the weather allows for it. If it’s in direct sunlight I would recommend spraying it down first.
@@StaySlick ok
Why when I use super clean degreaser I rub the paint with my hand after I clean it and it comes off
Either an issue with the paint or you’re not diluting it.
What up Gary G . Will an APC rinse take off a wax or sealant?
Most of the time yes
Can apc fade the pillars on the exterior doors?
No sir as long as you stick to your dilution ratios and try to keep the vehicle wet at all times while using the apc
you spray super clean on a wet panel??? @StaySlick
Isnt the point of a apc pre rinse to avoid sending dirt flying and scratching the paint? I dont get the point of pressuring waahing it
Will super clean strip waxes and sealants ?
4:1 or stronger will degrade coatings
Would you recommend a 4:1 if I want to completely remove any current waxes ? I want to clay bar it as well and use an iron remover to add daddy o paint sealant
Yes iron remover and super clean will definitely get most protection off. Just make sure the water behavior is flat. No beading or sheeting
Dawn dish soap in a foam cannon works really well , i use that to strip off current waxes/sealants - Detailer out in Texas 🔥
Dawn dish soap is probably the worst possible thing you can put on your paint. Especially if youre using it for the contact Wash. there is zero lubrication.
Whats the ratio for the APC?
I explained a few times in the video. 4:1 or 10:1
Hi, just want to update my experience.
Meguiars super degreaser from a foam cannon works the best: use it about 10 to 1 ratio, probably a bit stronger, but definitely not 4 to 1, too strong in my opinion.
Works much better than APC, removes bugs and other grime ect real good.
That’s good man. I use super clean 4:1 everyday with exceptional results. Every body has their way. 🤙🏽
Meguiars super degreaser is fantastic product from what I’ve heard but have you compared against super clean? Is it worth the $35-$40 per gallon when compared to $8.99 a gallon for SuperClean ?
Super clean is amazing. Other people will bash on you for using it but don’t pay them any attention.
@@StaySlick I’m very surprised at the amount of business I’ve been getting in a couple RV parts and truck stops in my area. I can’t leave those places without having people come up and ask if I can clean their rig next. I’ve only been doing this part time for about 5 weeks. Just recently learned about this method and I’m blown away by how much time and effort it is saving me. I was told by one customer that I wasn’t charging enough. I’m confused on what to charge. I have been getting $100 for a wash which was taking me up to 3 hours to finish. After watching several videos like yours I’m wondering how long it should take. Washing is the easy part. Spray waxing and wiping down is what take me so long.
@@MultiFisherofmenthat’s a lot for $100 😮
I wish I had done better in math class. Let's see, multiply 4:1 solution by ? Why cant we just mix 50/50? A lot easier. Oh, I like your videos.
Lol I hear you tell me what size container you’re using and I will tell you how much product you need
What about Meguiars Super Degreaser?
I haven’t used it yet.
@@StaySlick I have heard good things about it.
I know it cleans Wheels very well, and am looking to use it in my foam cannon @ 4 to 1 as a pre clean.
@@snbforever nice I’m a die hard super clean user. 4:1 as well.
@@StaySlick Will test it today and post results.
Meguiars APC is the winner.
Wat would happen if you don’t diluted it any risk
Yes it’s highly likely it would stain the paint and plastics
Ok good to no thanks man
Using super clean on bugs is way safer than scrubbing your paint and bumper to death.
Absolutely.
Don't pre rinse weaken the chemicals 🤔🤔🤔🤔 i never pre rinse just straight on with the a p c or t f r 👍👌
And people on the internet are still afraid of Dawn dish soap. Myths need to die!
This stuff will melt away the bird droppings
Absolutely. It works amazing.
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@@takeovamxbc3403 what kind of dressing and where?