Car Brush for Washing

[lancerplayer]

My grandfather enjoys washing his own vehicles rather than taking them to the car wash. However, due to his age, he is no longer as flexible as he once was.

He has mentioned he wants to purchase a telescopic car brush.

Something along the lines of this - http://www.amazon.com/Carrand-93089-...m_sbs_indust_4

What are your thoughts on these kinds of products?

Are they safe? I don't want him to purchase something that will scratch and harm is vehicle's paint.

What do you recommend for my grandfather?

[Michael Stoops]

Re: Car Brush for Washing

While using a brush to clean the painted surfaces of vehicle may sound really scary to some, it can be done safely. A high quality brush used solely for the purpose of washing the paint is a start, but even then you need to select something very soft that will clean the paint delicately and safely. Natural boar's hair brushes are usually best for this, although they can be a bit expensive. We used to make a "body brush" that used synthetic fibers that were "flagged" at the tip (split into many individual, finer fibers) but we no longer make it. Still, sometimes you can find these on ebay.

Once you've selected a brush, it's then important to keep it as clean as possible both during and between use. That means using it ONLY for the painted panels and windows, never for the tires/wheels/wheel wells. Rinse it regularly in plain water during use, preferably with a Grit Guard in the bottom of the bucket to trap any dirt. Make sure it's fully rinsed and clean before putting it away, and never let the bristles touch the ground. For wheel cleaning, keep a dedicated wheel cleaning brush on hand, but don't use the same water for washing the car that you've already used for wheel cleaning.

The brush and its care go hand in hand. A great brush that is totally safe is going to cause problems if you don't take good care of it, and a cheap brush that you baby isn't going to do you any favors, either.

[Showmob]

I would recommend something along these lines http://www.detailing.com/store/bi-level-fountain-truck-van-rv-wash-brush.html as you know brushes are usually not recommended but I really like these for when im washing semi trucks and rvs its a really soft brush and light. You just need a handle which can be ordered from the site or any hardware store would have them. I think your gramdfather would be fine using a brush as long as he pre rinses to get the grit off and uses a soap with high lubricity like this one from malco http://www.malcoautomotive.com/CW_37__Premium_Car___Truck_Wash_Concentrate-details.aspx i would assume hyper wash is pretty similar if you want to stick with megs as well. Ive used both and when ever I use a brush I like to use the malco soap seems to glide better over tye aint surface. I think the one other thing you should do for your grand father is get a two bucket system set up with a grit guard so that the brush doesnt hold in the grit from the car. Hopefully this helps!

[ClearlyCoated]

Re: Car Brush for Washing

I advise wrapping the pole/handle with something like a pool noodle to prevent accidental scratching of the paint from the metal or hard plastic surface of the pole. I usually just use a box cutter and slit the noodle lengthwise on one side and fit it over the pole.

[Detailing by M]

Re: Car Brush for Washing

Really any wash brush should be good. I have a nice soft one for RV's, big vans and the like. As Mike stated keep it clean. after I'm done using mine I rinse it and put it in a bag. I've used it on entire Mini Vans before just to see how it works, I'd rather use my MF towel over it. But I do use it for roofs, sometimes, but I don't often wash cars the old fashion way with a bucket of soap.

[STRIFE]

Re: Car Brush for Washing

I have a few boars hair brushes, various sizes for different areas of my vehicles.
I always use 2-- 5 gallon buckets as well with grit guards.
They are kinda pricey but I think when used as they are designed, clean extremely well.
But in the summer months I generally switch to my Meguiars MF mitt

http://www.autogeek.net/boar-s-hair.html

Autogeek has a great selection

[hemi]

Re: Car Brush for Washing

There are Microfiber mits available on extension poles that work fine. I use two of these One for truck panels , one for wheels. Use 2 orange bucket method with grit guards. Use 2 white buckets with grit guards for wheels and wheel wells. They work great for reaching roof and tonneau covers on trucks

After washing remove end from hose for a final rinse, blot dry.
Work too hard getting swirls out ,So I try my best not to put any back.