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I'd like to know if these are actually "good" to use? How do they work? I know nothing about it. If you could also point me in the right direction for a reputable one, that would be great.
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Short answer - yes they can be an outstanding way to clean your car

I'll get to the long answer later when I'm at my computer
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Short answer - yes they can be an outstanding way to clean your car

I'll get to the long answer later when I'm at my computer
That would be great. Let me know.
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Oh you are in luck! I just wrote an article on this on my website. Be warned though, I do offer controversial concepts on it. How to wash a car.
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I have been using this method to wash my car for the last three years. I use the Meguiars professional detailer line of product called rinseless wash and wax. Product Number is D115. Of course you also have to use good quality microfiber towels. I had never heard of this method of washing a car until my detailer recommended this product. It's sold on both the auto geek website and also detailed image website
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Anyone ever try this one? It's got a crap ton of good reviews.
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Alright... Rinseless washing is certainly not a new thing, but most vehicle owners are completely unaware of this type of product.

Products like Optimum No Rinse, Uber Rinseless Wash, Meguiar's D115, and more are all great options for rinseless car washes.

When done properly rinseless car washes can be a very safe and effective way to clean your car using much less water and saving a lot of time compared to traditional car washes. With that being said, I do feel that the 3 types of car washes (traditional, rinseless, and waterless) all have their limits and must be used at the appropriate times to avoid damaging your vehicle.

This is a great reference article featuring Uber Rinseless, but the process can be used with any sort of rinseless wash product.

Product Review & How-To Guide: Wolfgang Uber Rinseless Wash by Joe Metlow


I also encourage you to search YouTube for tutorials on rinseless washing. There are plenty of techniques you can use to safely rinseless wash your car.

If you have any specific questions, let me know. Always happy to help.

-Zach
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Originally Posted by zmcgovern4
Alright... Rinseless washing is certainly not a new thing, but most vehicle owners are completely unaware of this type of product.

Products like Optimum No Rinse, Uber Rinseless Wash, Meguiar's D115, and more are all great options for rinseless car washes.

When done properly rinseless car washes can be a very safe and effective way to clean your car using much less water and saving a lot of time compared to traditional car washes. With that being said, I do feel that the 3 types of car washes (traditional, rinseless, and waterless) all have their limits and must be used at the appropriate times to avoid damaging your vehicle.

This is a great reference article featuring Uber Rinseless, but the process can be used with any sort of rinseless wash product.

Product Review & How-To Guide: Wolfgang Uber Rinseless Wash by Joe Metlow


I also encourage you to search YouTube for tutorials on rinseless washing. There are plenty of techniques you can use to safely rinseless wash your car.

If you have any specific questions, let me know. Always happy to help.

-Zach
Have you ever seen this one? It's got a ton of good reviews.

Amazon Amazon
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I have never heard of it, sorry.

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