Anyone using a vapor steam machine for exterior washing?

[autocosmetics]

I've been checking out some of the vapor steam machine videos showing exterior car washing. Because I'm in a fixed location that I'd prefer not to have excess water runoff I thought it might be an option. I think they look ideal for interior cleaning and sanitizing, but haven't come across anyone actually using it for washing---although some of the equipment manufacturers say they have people using their machines for this purpose.

Jim

[klink10]

Re: Anyone using a vapor steam machine for exterior washing?

Have I? No....I have used my VX5000 to spot some areas with caked on dirt in hard to clean exterior areas. I do wish to purchase one of the big models that is capable of doing the exterior clean but I don't like the idea of having to wipe as you steam. I would be worried that I pick up a piece of debris in my wipe cloth and drag it across the surface.

[DogParkGuy]

Re: Anyone using a vapor steam machine for exterior washing?

I don't think a steamer would produce the volume or power of water needed to float and wash dirt off a car's finish. I think you will still need to use a wash mitt to adequately clean dirt off the surface.

[autocosmetics]

Re: Anyone using a vapor steam machine for exterior washing?

Some of the steam machines have either a hot water or chemical injection that adds moisture to the steam to make it wetter, the Dupray Hill Injection steam cleaner was one I was looking at. But it's still not a lot of water, and it might be really slow to use. Daimer recommended their Supermax 7000, it looks like a hot water pressure washer. Being in the Midwest where the weather isn't great and lots of salt in the winter, I may have to rethink my desire for a steam machine for washing.

[TerryAdams]

Re: Anyone using a vapor steam machine for exterior washing?

Some very high end vapor steamers sold here:

http://www.1car-detailing-training.com

Look at the "NB2300". Would love to upgrade from my vx5000 for the power to do exteriors.