I agree with you that they make decent product. I do not think they are that over priced. I am never that worried about the quality of product as it is all technique that changes your results.It seems like every detailing group has some Chemical Guys fans. I am not going to knock them, they do make some good products, just overpriced in my opinion. However, Costco has some CG stuff. The items they have are really a great deal. They have one package with a foam gun that is I think on sale for $50. Just the gun is normall $50.
Just so you know, he said foam gun. It's different than a foam cannon. Semi do the same thing but I say that very loosely. Look at videos of them and the foam cannons are on a different level, +9000. Foam guns are more like an extreme suds and soap sprayer. I have one as they don't require a pressure washer and a normal hose works. I use it as a prewash.I agree with you that they make decent product. I do not think they are that over priced. I am never that worried about the quality of product as it is all technique that changes your results.
Some of their washing accessories are a bit dumb. Like the clay mitt. Worst idea ever haha
A foam cannon for $50 alone is a solid price but the package might be worth looking at.
The issue with the clay mitt is that it is reusable.Just so you know, he said foam gun. It's different than a foam cannon. Semi do the same thing but I say that very loosely. Look at videos of them and the foam cannons are on a different level, +9000. Foam guns are more like an extreme suds and soap sprayer. I have one as they don't require a pressure washer and a normal hose works. I use it as a prewash.
Also disagree on the clay mitt. A lot of detailers use them. Clay bars are best if you only wash your car, clay mitts are better if you have to wash a lot of cars
Adams is local to me. They are really great guys and give you stuff when you go in. The wheel cleaner is what I buy by the gallon. Last time I bought was 20% off and a free 16 oz of the same product. You can also cut it 1:1 and still be effective. I got what turns out to be two gallons and 32 oz, some H2O guard and gloss, and a few samples for less than $40.Foam guns are a waste of money IMO. I guess if you want a way to throw soap on your car then it's OK, but a foam cannon is the way to go.
CG has some decent stuff. I've been to their store & it was great picking up some stuff on the for sale tables. Personally I really like Adam's stuff - but price wise it's really high, even with a coupon code. Regardless I buy their glass cleaner & interior spray by the gallon.
Just don't follow some of their YouTube videos techniques. A few of the guys have terrible habbits. If you want to learn the best processes, check out Larry at AMMO NYC. I am pretty sure his YouTube channel is AmmoNYCHad some CG shipped up last week. So far I like the stuff. As soon as its not -20 outside I will wash the car and see how good the stuff is.
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Dude, what are you doing with this stuff to buy it by the gallon? That **** is strong. It's like Iron-X and totally not meant to be used for daily, normal washes. Even diluted, it removes iron deposits and all other contaminants...how friendly do you think it is to your surface? At a minimum, any wax, sealant, or coating is stripped when you use that stuff, even diluted.The wheel cleaner is what I buy by the gallon. Last time I bought was 20% off and a free 16 oz of the same product. You can also cut it 1:1 and still be effective. I got what turns out to be two gallons and 32 oz, some H2O guard and gloss, and a few samples for less than $40.
Gallons are how I buy all my products, then transfer to smaller bottles. Gallons are more cost effective and one order will last all season. I also detail more than my cars, I own a small detail shop. I will only use products on a customers car that I would use on mine.Dude, what are you doing with this stuff to buy it by the gallon? That **** is strong. It's like Iron-X and totally not meant to be used for daily, normal washes. Even diluted, it removes iron deposits and all other contaminants...how friendly do you think it is to your surface? At a minimum, any wax, sealant, or coating is stripped when you use that stuff, even diluted.
Oh cool. Sorry if that came across too harsh also (after I reread my post). I'm on the Adam's forum and there seems to be more than a few guys using that stuff every normal wash to clean the wheels. Horrible idea.Gallons are how I buy all my products, then transfer to smaller bottles. Gallons are more cost effective and one order will last all season. I also detail more than my cars, I own a small detail shop. I will only use products on a customers car that I would use on mine.
