Scion xB: Optimum's new PowerClean & CarpetCleaner

Discussion in 'Show and Shine' started by Chris@Optimum, Apr 6, 2008.

  1. Chris@Optimum

    Chris@Optimum DB Certified Manufacturer

    This is a friend of mines car who is on the road a lot. He was home this weekend and gave me a call.

    Process:
    1) Foamgun/Optimum Carwash + Optimum PowerClean on the bugs
    2) Wheels/Wells - Optimum PowerClean 3:1
    3) Blowdry
    4) Tires/Wells - Optibond via Wagner Control Spray
    5) Paint - OptimumInstantDetailer

    Interior:
    1) Vacuum and Dry Brush
    2) Dust/Blow Dash & Doors
    3) Wipedown - Woolite & Water 8:1
    4) Vinyl/Plastic - Optimum Protectant Plus
    5) Mats - Optimum Carpet Cleaner (beta) agitated with PC mounted carpet brush, hot water extracted via LGM
    6) Glass - Sprayaway Aerosol

    Here's a slideshow, click twice to play:

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    Here's the pics:
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    PowerClean 3:1 via foaming sprayer:
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    Gilmour Foamgun filled with Optimum Carwash and a few ounces of PowerClean:
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    Then a few swipes of OptimumInstantDetailer after blowing dry:
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    Optibond 2:1 through my Wagner:
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    OptimumCarpetCleaner shows promise but needs a fragrance added:
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    Thanks for looking, comments welcome!
     
  2. Nica

    Nica Banned

    Nice turn around integrity :thumb:

    I like those stripes on the carpet, well done :applause2:

    Thank you for sharing with us :peace:
     
  3. 1f1fan

    1f1fan Birth of a Detailer

    Nice work. What type of foaming sprayer did you use on the wheels...is it a hand held pump sprayer?
     
  4. jake_b

    jake_b Obsessive Detailer

    wow. nice turn around in the interior.
     
  5. exoticGuy

    exoticGuy Birth of a Detailer

    Great work!
     
  6. Chris@Optimum

    Chris@Optimum DB Certified Manufacturer

    Thank you for looking and commenting!

    They are VERY handy for APC and Wheel Cleaner:
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    Thanks for the encouragement!
     
  7. Duratys

    Duratys Welcome to Detailing

  8. P1et

    P1et Official DB Moderator

    That Scion was back in business after you got a hold of it, very nice!!!
     
  9. Woob

    Woob Jedi Nuba

    How do you like the new Carpet Cleaner? Looking good.
     
  10. Chris@Optimum

    Chris@Optimum DB Certified Manufacturer

    I appreciate it!

    Thank you very much

    So far so good. I've only used it on this one, but I like the fact that it leave polymer protection behind to inhibit future stains. :applause2:
     
  11. RussECU

    RussECU DB Forum Supporter

    How would you compare to p21s wheel cleaner? DO you have any uncoated metal that you can test it on? Detail looks good and also looks like Optimum is expanding their line rather quickly.
     
  12. Chris@Optimum

    Chris@Optimum DB Certified Manufacturer

    It's on par with the p21s, but here's where it surpasses: It's a wheel, tire, bug, tar, vinyl, rubber, leather and whatever else you can think of cleaner. This was my first use of it and I did wheels, tires, wells, and hit a grease spot on the drivers mat. It did very well for these apps, but I have yet to try the other uses. I'll let you guys know!

    Don't quote me, but I think last time I spoke to David, he said they were trying to ad 1-3 products every quarter.
     
  13. karburn

    karburn Two Bucket System Washer

    That looks just like the interior of my xB...the BEFORE shots, that is. :doh: Mine is a working vehicle and does not get near the attention that the Mini Cooper and Benz do. The work you did was very impressive...and inspirational. Time to turn the foam gun onto the Scion! :giterdone:
     
  14. Chris@Optimum

    Chris@Optimum DB Certified Manufacturer


    Bring it to me, I'll :giterdone:
    (BTW I'm just kidding, not soliciting)
     
  15. Tonya

    Tonya Welcome to Detailing

    WOW great job on that interior! Nice!!
     
  16. Chris@Optimum

    Chris@Optimum DB Certified Manufacturer

    Thank you ma'am. You do good work too!
     

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