Autobrite Direct Magifoam | Longest Dwell Time Snow Foam? Ep008

[@AutobriteDirectLTD]

Love the video mate, that's how you do an honest review! We're looking forward to you trying out the other bits you have.

[@SparkleanAutos]

Thank you ☺️ wasn't expecting that lol Honesty is the only way to get credibility and I pride myself on that 😁👍🏼 so I really appreciate the feedback from brands like yourselves 🙌🏼

[@gillywash1487]

There’s definitely two main camps on snow foam isn’t there, if it’s thin it needs to clean well or if it’s thick it needs to dwell like the process you used here. I’ve traditionally preferred this long dwell type and I’ll do my wheels or potter around getting wash buckets ready while it’s dwelling. But see the benefits of the quick prewash with gt/Bilt Hamber types too. Nice to have both options on the shelf 👍🏼

[@SparkleanAutos]

It is mate, I'll be honest I was always the opposite, more interested than good cleaning power over dwelling but I can definitely see the appeal now

[@Just_Bald_Chris]

Magifoam was the first product when I got in to detailing many many years ago and before I realised what snowfoam is for. You are right to say that it is of its time and more modern variants do a better solo job this still holds a place for me. So much so I bought 5 litres of it!!!! I don't recommend two inches in the bottle of their snow lance or a MJCC one - Jesus, You'll have snow on the ground for bloody ages with eskimos looking to squat!

[@SparkleanAutos]

Haha no, the MJJC was always a no-go, going by this one's reputation!! And there's nothing wrong with an old-school product 👌🏼 Cheers Chris

[@huseyinalskan5539]

So, do you have a pre-wash shampoo that you recommend?

[@SparkleanAutos]

That all depends on the situation and the condition of the car in question - I have different pre-wash products that work well in different circumstances but there is no 'one size fits all' approach to car care 👍🏼

[@GMDetails]

Always look forward to Tuesdays now with this series , KEEP IT UP 😁 I’ve not used Magifoam so I can’t comment on my experience with it but after 30 mins i was genuinely surprised it hadn’t moved at all 🤣 Glad you’ve saved it for another video 👍

[@SparkleanAutos]

Cheers Graeme. Some of these products can still surprise us and yeah, 30 minutes is a long long time!! definitely wouldn't go any stronger with the dilution!! 😬😬

[@stevenjones19-m8i]

Hello Mark, great video,the Autobrite Megafoam worked very well,fetched the dirt off.definitely a winner.

[@SparkleanAutos]

Thank you Steven, always appreciate your support 🙌🏼 glad your enjoying the series 👍🏼

[@triggerhappyautos]

I think you have found a winning combo here mate. I've never used magifoam but that dwell time smashes anything I've ever seen! I really like the look of that anachem foam lance, looks a sexy piece of kit! I will be checking that out 👍👍 great video as always, showing what can be achieved by using a product to its strength rather than expecting it to do things it wasn't designed to do 😁

[@SparkleanAutos]

Thank you Sean, really appreciate that!! I think as this series develops, so does my own approach - it was only during recording I realised this isn't like the foams I normally use so why am I testing it with the same methods 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@DavidMcBay]

Another great quick test Mark, Ive only used magifoam once before and it was a long time ago but remember it being decent. Just goes to show what allowing the longer dwell time can achieve in some situations.

[@SparkleanAutos]

Definitely mate, interesting how some of us have never used brands that others have raved about for years!!

[@Geeky_detail_reviews]

Excellent video as always Mark. Great SF I like it. I do own better personally but I like it in the summer months

[@SparkleanAutos]

Cheers Steven. I can see the advantages of this in the summer but as you say, when it comes to stand alone cleaning, there are better options 👍🏼

[@andykerr415]

Can see how there would be a benefit to this, I remember the days of having 3 or 4 hours to clean the cars on a Sunday! Personally, not my cuppa tea.. but I genuinely feel very differently about the AF citrus so I’m happy with the 10 min dwell using it and the AF watermelon snowfoam on top..does a cracking job on both motors-even on the bugs and carnage that I have with 90% motorway driving 👍🏻

[@SparkleanAutos]

Those days will return lol (in about 5 years 😬🤣) I'll have to give the watermelon snowfoam a try then, coupled with the Citrus Power 🤔🤔 👍🏼

[@bigdtailing1950]

Used this stuff for years to great success with there autobrite foam lance I've been known to apply do all 4 wheels not just deep clean then fall out tar etc on wheels and it's still there going strong if you like dwell this is the one for sure lol 😂

[@SparkleanAutos]

Definitely Dave, it'd get dark before this stuff disappeared off the car 🤣🤣👍🏼

[@jezlucas3878]

It definitely has its uses, we both have already agreed in previous comments apc is way yo go in a lot of cases . But your evaluation has raised some thoughts maybe I won't write off snowfoams just yet Nice one

[@SparkleanAutos]

Using this definitely changed my perception - does it always have to be about cleaning power 🤔 Maybe products like this help the pre-wash dwell for longer, maybe not. Maybe they help keep the panels cooler, maybe not 🤷🏻‍♂️ Either way, maybe there is some satisfaction in using them even if they have no real cleaning benefit 🤔🤔🤔

[@jezlucas3878]

@@SparkleanAutos Well magifoam is better than just jet wash, but agreed can hold on apc well, but not done as long as you have. Been playing about with doing prewash twice with great results but with magifoam holding on so long why do we rinse off so quickly. At the weekend rather than a double apc blast iam going to really leave it as long on there as possible, will get back to you on this. Will try to compare a double apc/rinse to a apc/foam and mega long dwell .

[@SparkleanAutos]

Definitely let me know how you get on, it's a very interesting topic with no right or wrong outcome lol 👍🏼

[@audriulis]

I remember to hate this stuff, rinsing was a nightmare and it did not clean at all

[@SparkleanAutos]

I didn't find any issues rinsing which actually surprised me. Cleaning wasn't worth talking about, I'll agree with you there, but to me there is a place for this as I showed in the 2nd half of the video 👍🏼

[@audriulis]

@@SparkleanAutos I am sure they changed the formula during all these years , as last time I used it was around 10 years ago. Like you mentioned in the video it has its place in the detailing arsenal 👍🏻

[@tinks43]

It’s the only foam I’ve used along with their lance and like you say combined with citrus it does well especially as I don’t like rushing!

[@SparkleanAutos]

It's definitely ideal for that, this is a foam for people who love the process and want to take their time 👌🏼👍🏼 thanks Cotti for taking the time to watch and comment 👍🏼

[@tylorforsythe1441]

great video Mark. nicely edited and explained.

[@SparkleanAutos]

🙌🏼 thank you Tylor, really appreciate the feedback 👍🏼

[@williamdwallace6538]

Likening these informative short videos Mark 👍🚙

[@SparkleanAutos]

Thank you William 🙌🏼👍🏼

[@DonDomel]

Legendary foam. We were using it - if I remember well, already at least 8-10 years ago...

[@SparkleanAutos]

It's definitely been about for a while, I'm surprised it's taken me this long to try it!!

[@danielbuchanan9214]

Amazing video and great product 👏

[@SparkleanAutos]

Much appreciated Daniel, thank you 😊👍🏼

[@decker0373]

It's just not Tuesday without a Sparklean quick test. This was my favourite quick testTuesday, mainly because I have the AD Magifoam and the AD Lance and used them recently, I was underwhelmed, barring the dwell time. I didn't use a citrus underneath and seemingly should have. I will use up my magifoam but in the way you have shown, not as a standalone. However that does mean there's an additional cost, i.e., 2 products, is that necessary nowadays, when there are snow foams that can clean as well? Great video Mark, thanks.

[@SparkleanAutos]

Thank you Lee, almost didn't get this one out in time (very busy week!) But I'm glad I did!! You've made a very good point re the cost, although I think a product like this is definitely more suited to a Sunday hobbyist - someone who's more interested in a relaxing Sunday morning car pampering session than calculating the cost per wash 🤣

[@jonlinder189]

Would have been interested to see what Mageefoam did on it's own over 30 minutes, if it was better than the original 8... Always found it decent but not outstanding and not the easiest to rinse away post wash... I've had it Still on the driveway the following day 😵‍💫

[@SparkleanAutos]

I thought about that Jon but then I thought, if it hasn't cleaned after 8, I don't want to waste another 30 minutes, to then have to go in AGAIN with a decent cleaner 🤣 life's too short... Some foams aren't there to clean I guess! This wouldn't normally be my type of product but I can see the appeal after using it. I just wouldn't rely on it for cleaning!

[@skidmarkbill]

Nice video Mark, bought a couple of Autobrite foam lances off Amazon at £27 each , good quality Italian made. They both came with 500 ml of Magifoam was going to give it away , going to give it a go next wash day . Missing to mitt flipping though lol ! All the best :)

[@SparkleanAutos]

The mitt flipping and proper editing will return lol just very busy in real life atm 🤣 It's great for dwelling but if you've a dirty vehicle to tackle, put a good citrus under it first!! 👌🏼

[@pmbrowny]

I bought 5l of this for £20 in one of their sales and I came to regret it because to get a decent amount of cleaning from it I had to add a considerable amount of product and when used through my mjjc lance it was ridiculously thick even dialled back and would create a foam blanket so thick on the drive my neighbours thought I was having an Ibiza foam party.! The record for it staying on my drive was 3 1/3 days! As you found it's only really good with a citrus underneath it. Keep up the good work sir 👍🏻

[@SparkleanAutos]

🤣🤣🤣 I can't imagine using it the the MJJC 😬😬 It's definitely not the same type of product as GT ONE Snow Foam or Bilt Hamber Auto Foam but, to give it its dues, it doesn't claim to be! Definitely needs something under it.. and some understanding neighbours if you go hard with it 🤣🤣 Thanks as always Paul 👍🏼

[@andywhite2930]

Love the simplicity of these quick videos Mark. I see your also trying to do a GM Details with your legs out yet it's nearly Xmas 🤪. With regards to Magifoam it's defo one to have in the tool box. It was my main go to between that and GT v1 through the summer but since v2 launch I must admit I do like the wetter foam again. I used the last of my Magi yesterday on a final rinse down and i did find it tedious on the rinse. Maybe one to save for me for the summer under a citrus

[@SparkleanAutos]

That's me Andy, I'm a shorts-all-year-round person, shorts and Wellies in the snow!! I can see what you mean, that long dwell would probably be more suited to the summer washes, it'll last when the others have all dried up!! Definitely can see why it has a place on many people's shelves.. and now mine lol 👍🏼

[@itsallinthedetailing2784]

Another great video bud, im a massive Autobrite fan boy and magifoam and AB citrus is the dream team.. can’t wait to see how you get on with the others in the range

[@SparkleanAutos]

Thanks very much mate - I'm looking forward to it after this one, who knows what else I might find!

[@cameronstevenson5894]

Agreed

[@itsallinthedetailing2784]

@@cameronstevenson5894 I guess your a Autobrite fan ?

[@davebaldwin340]

Same here just love how they work together two fantastic products then use purple velvet shampoo and it's job done

[@tmphotography8443]

Using a IK foamer I find its one of the better foams to apply in this way. Of course I dont get that 30 mins of dwell you will with a lance but plenty enough to get my wheels done .Its difficult to comment on cleaning as my car rarely gets overly dirty but as you did with their citrus underneath it certainly does enough .If Im washing say my wife's car and its that dirty I will take the kit the local BP garage to use their lance with no access at home to do so and left to dwell there and blast off it cleans ok without being fantastic but then using a foamer you expect that.I do hope to get a foam gun set up at my parents house in the spring......if I can afford to power it up

[@SparkleanAutos]

Who knows what the situation will be in the spring, what with all the nuclear fallout 🤣🤣🤣 I can see how a good welling product would benefit people like yourself using pump sprayers/foamers... Just takes the time pressure off - definitely need a good pre-wash underneath it all though!!

[@jimmcgeown2083]

Great video Mark ,it was the first snowfoam I ever used and when used with Autobrites own lance it was very thick and still on my drive the next morning ,I definitely agree you need a good APC underneath ,it has its merits but I wouldn’t buy it again one reason being I already have too many others to use first ,it’s addictive buying all these products 😜as always keep er lit big man 👏👏👏

[@SparkleanAutos]

Tell me about Jim!! My shelves are starting to look like hammocks 🤣🤣 I keep saying no more then someone has a sale and it's hard to resist!! Thank you as always mate 🔥

[@jimmcgeown2083]

Thank God the wife never goes into my shed Mark she would go scripto lol

[@SparkleanAutos]

@@jimmcgeown2083 🤣🤣🤣 take the key with you wherever you go 😏

[@Jesswoolliss]

What snow foam would you give a good rating it’s a mine field

[@M.E63]

Good video, Never tried the snow foam and I never will, bought some stuff during there huge sale they have every Easter, had a couple of issues and there customer service is the worst I’ve ever dealt with, won’t buy from them again , even if you said this snow foam is the best then I still wouldn’t buy it, from what I have tried I would say the brand is just a average brand, Autofinnese has the best customer service I’ve ever dealt with

[@SparkleanAutos]

Can't say I've had to contact them but I can only base my reviews/tests on the products and I actually enjoyed using this one once I'd changed my expectations of what a snow foam can do 👍🏼

[@M.E63]

@@SparkleanAutos Yh I understand, I was surprised with the dwell time with that, what I have noticed is when you got a stick ceramic coating then the dwell time for the foam is always less, especially if it’s not that dirty as well,The foam just starts to slide off, One product if there’s which I do like is the AutoBrite Abyss synthetic paint and trim sealant, I haven’t tried it as a paint sealant but as a trim sealant it works really well and it’s a trim dressing and sealant, you only use a tiny amount and it’s really good, the engine protect trim cleaner and dressing is ok and the green correct it enrich polish is also ok, I still think the Angelwax polishes are the best ones out of the UK brands and Angelwax’s polishes are actually right up there with Koch Chemie, Carpro, Gyeon and Rupes, maybe polishes are not suitable for a quick test video but maybe we will see some on your other videos

[@SUPERSID1968]

Great video Mark i still haven't used the magi foam yet don't think i ever will to be honest only use garage therapy snow foam and bilt hamber auto foam and touchless I've used the ceramic magiseal from A D and must say it's good if a little expensive have you tried it what's your thoughts if you have ? 🤔

[@SparkleanAutos]

I use GT and BH a lot but this isn't comparable with their foams. It's for people who have a completely different process and, whilst that's not my process, I can see how it works for them after making this video. I haven't tried Magiseal yet but I've heard good things... Maybe that's another one to be put to the Tuesday test 🤔🤣👍🏼

[@GameWithViiP3R]

I do like magifoam but i had the mess it makes on the floor to be honest

[@SparkleanAutos]

If you use less product than the instructions say, you'll still get great foam but much easier to rinse away 👍🏼

[@richardpearson4248]

Great video what would you recommend as a good citrus spray/whash. Stay safe looking forward to more videos 🇬🇧👍

[@SparkleanAutos]

Thank you Richard - to be honest I'm on the lookout for a good Citrus that I want to invest in 5L!!! I've been using BH Auto Foam and GT Snow Foam for so long (along with occasional APC) that I've not focused on a dedicated pre-wash! Maybe something I should focus on over the winter so stay tuned!! 👍🏼

[@richardpearson4248]

@@SparkleanAutos thanks 👍

[@gavinbetts4404]

Would you recommend this over Autoglym polar blast

[@SparkleanAutos]

I couldn't possibly answer that as I've never used AutoGlym Polar Blast - I will say this though, if you're after pure cleaning power, this wouldn't be my first choice... But as far as thickness/dwell time goes, I've never used anything that comes close to this 👍🏼

[@davida7713]

Both are utter garbage. Zero cleaning ability & totally useless

[@sgcbuk7613]

I got a bottle of this with a lance once... Didn't really clean any winter grim.... Not one for me

[@SparkleanAutos]

That was my first thought mate, it's definitely not one I'd rely on for cleaning. But when you take that dwell time into consideration and apply it over a good Citrus/APC/TFR, I can see the appeal, or at least see how it appeals to some 👍🏼

[@sgcbuk7613]

@@SparkleanAutos I've found 2 types of customers over the years. One who want a product that works and the other wants one to fit a budget... Think this is the latter

[@SparkleanAutos]

That's a very good point... Made from experience! 👌🏼

[@sgcbuk7613]

@@SparkleanAutos loving the series mate...

[@SparkleanAutos]

@@sgcbuk7613 thank you bud, thankfully I have a variety of brands to try out, be boring if it was all on 2 or 3 manufacturers!

[@nickaf5262]

Who’s get 30 minutes to wait. For it too dwell

[@SparkleanAutos]

Well to be fair, I wasn't standing around waiting for 30 minutes, I got 2 buckets ready and 4 wheels deep cleaned, including barrels. It's not for everyone and it's not my type of product, but I know plenty of people who enjoy a 3-4 hour Sunday session and would absolutely love to use this exactly as above 👍🏼

[@cameronstevenson5894]

Dont put it on so thick as dry foam dosent clean with any product

[@cameronstevenson5894]

Also a snow foam is designed to work alone not to blanket another pre wash although it helps doing when its sunny to spray it over another prewash to stop it drying out

[@SparkleanAutos]

I appreciate the hints 👍🏼 but the whole point of this series is to use products as instructed on the bottles and voice my opinion of it based on my experience with them 👍🏼👍🏼

[@SparkleanAutos]

A snow foam is a pre-wash product and MANY manufacturers recommend combining them with other pre-wash products in their range to maximise performance. But again, thanks for the advice 👍🏼

[@cameronstevenson5894]

@@SparkleanAutos thats ok glad i could help i know AD products very well i did my training with them

[@SparkleanAutos]

@@cameronstevenson5894 you should start your own channel and share this fountain of knowledge 👍🏼

[@davida7713]

Magifoam is utter garbage at cleaning plus it sits around the street . Total waste of time & money. Only place for that is the BIN!

[@SparkleanAutos]

Ok 👍🏼 well thanks for commenting anyway 👍🏼

[@TheDaddybats]

It's alright when mixed with a decent apc, the main advantage of this stuff is the dwell. I stuck a bit of surfex in the lance and it performed well. Sadly last summer Autobrite had a sale and would not ship to NI so its really put me off them. Great video!

[@SparkleanAutos]

There's been a lot of that since the Brexit confusion over deliveries here - some even trying to charge more when sending via Royal Mail 🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️ I know a few local stockists though so if I'm buying more I'll give them the cash 👌🏼👍🏼