Cleaning My Car With Shopping Channel Products

[@eppyz]

Some folks might mock the "Old" stuff but here is an example if it aint broke don't fix it. My Dad has used regular ol Turtle Wax liquid that you can buy over the counter. He has been using it since forever. My Mom has a 2001 Lexus IS300 they bought new in 2001. Its a pearl white, and my Dad applies the Turtle Wax at the beginning of each Season, so 4 times a year. 21 years later my Mom's car still looks new and is all original paint. Its just a testament of not what you use, but how often you use it. You like a product? Just use it, and use it often.

[@gavjlewis]

I originally bought a bottle of waterless wash and wax to keep in the boot for quickly removing bird poo. After finding it did a great job I started using it as a weekly maintenance wash at lunchtime at work (whatever day has the best weather). I can get the car done in 20 mins now (using about 20 towels). Now I only wet wash the car properly once a month.

[@carologywaterlesscarwash2054]

Just a few issues as a guy running a waterless wash business in the UK never ever do swirling motion even with a wet wash with shampoo second the bits around the lights and groves etc use a detailing brush like you would with a wash also use as a mist spray not on jet cover the whole panel first wipe one way then buff off 👍 I'm fully booked for weeks to come as a business it's so cost effective and game changer

[@CarCleaningGuru]

Swirls aren’t circular, they’re tightly-knit straight scratches that appear circular in direct light so it makes no difference which motion you use. I agree that with a decent rindless wash or more watery waterless wash you should saturate the panel first but this thick, old school stuff only streams so can’t really do that.

[@carologywaterlesscarwash2054]

@@CarCleaningGuru true I've used the thick stuff before but always as a mist spray plenty out there that does it some really good products out there I'm currently in the process of making my own branded stuff 👍

[@paultaylor9652]

I never thought I'd see the day that you would use a product like this, having said that it did a reasonable job when you changed cloths.

[@andrewelley9966]

Been using Williams for yrs, but only on a wet clean car as a drying/topping up aid, leaves a lovey shine to be fair

[@GaryKari]

I love the way you attack the dirt and keep it real, but the cleaning INSIDE of the exhaust is simply just ridicculous for me. :)

[@matthewshambler2644]

I believe many of those products have their place and their limitations. I've used thrm on work vehicles for one.. already swirled and scratched so no major concern there and they're certainly cleaner afterwards!

[@HxTurtle]

clear coat is quite soft (also depending on manufacturer .. there's quite some differences) and gets scratched easily. that's the simple basics. however, what maybe gets a little overlooked is, that clear coat isn't always the "last" surface (most is the times, it isn't). or in other words, how "safe" it is to use such products strongly depends on how you "preconditioned" your car. a little layer of wax can "fight" off small dust particles that would otherwise swirl up the paint. but it's in itself not very "hard" (but has the ability to "cure" itself, so it'll never show any signs of swirls on its own) and will get wiped away somewhat quickly. more modern polymer sealants are harder and also come off harder, i.e., lasting longer. and if you happen to have gotten you car ceramic coated, then you also don't need to worry about swirls anymore (for years to come, that is). same goes for wraps or clear bras. just saying. so like I've read in comments here: if you got a decent new vehicle, live in a water restricted area and still wanna keep it squeaky clean without worrying too much, you might just think about a ceramic coating. it's a one time thing, basically .. but gives you peace of mind.

[@Laughitupfuzzball439]

I’m an autoglyum fan and always have been (Dad used it, I just carried on) but I have had some of the Williams Waterless Wax for some time as a present and I think it’s fine (Weekend Warrior Only) gives a really nice shine even on a White Car. What I will say that maybe defeats the object is I always wash it first.

[@slw0599]

I use greased lightning showroom shine which is probably pretty much the same as the two products shown here.

[@iansinclair6879]

I have seen these waterless wash and wax products for as long as I can remember, I have always been sceptical about using such products through fear of causing scratches or swirl marks?. I may consider adding these to my arsenal after seeing this great video! I would most likely use these in the summer heatwaves when it’s just light dust on the car and when there’s a hosepipe ban.

[@CarCleaningGuru]

Yeh that’s what they’re best suited for.

[@howie8552]

I've used Williams carpet and upholstery cleaner for a while and it's pretty decent to be fair. Impressed with the waterless wash & wax results here so might give it a go when my ONR runs out. Thanks Guru 👍

[@owenalexander7076]

Been using waterless for years started with williams didn't like the smell then King of sheen the best I've used and recommend is Pearl Advanced ultra nano

[@craiggilesallen4474]

Good job right on point considering the hose pipe ban. Can wait to get the suds flowing again 👍😊

[@CarCleaningGuru]

Whip it out, it’s bloody October!

[@Gary.Holmes]

Don't think I could persuade myself to go fully waterless. During the hosepipe ban I've been using a bucket with Optimum No-Rinse in it, which seems to work pretty well. This is only for dust and rain spots, though. I've not had to clean off any mud for a few months but once or twice the road film has been heavy so a pre-spray of citrus does the trick. Great video, though. A bit of a thinker, this one. Cheers!

[@Rockardo_]

I just realized a momment ago I havent seen your videos in months !!! so glad youre still making videos. Dumb youtube is keeping me away from you

[@CarCleaningGuru]

I know it’s annoying but not much I can do 🤷‍♂️

[@MrDanTrials]

"Smearage coefficient". That's a technical term I will be adopting!

[@v8soarer1991]

I use waterless wash as a final wiper over after a normal water shampoo wash.

[@sixtysecondsofstephens2386]

I do like it that your not afraid to give products a go on your lovely car.

[@CarCleaningGuru]

It’s fading under the lacquer and ideally needs repainting so why not 🤷‍♂️.

[@sixtysecondsofstephens2386]

@@CarCleaningGuru always seems to be the way on red cars.

[@jimb5341]

I’ve used this as a polish after washing the car… quick and easy….

[@28jts]

“Tinted chav plate” 😂 love it!

[@martin1649]

Next time you have to try out Horst Fuchs' WS Platinum Paint protection, which was a liquid wax that was advertised as wax-free and long lasting up to a year, in the demo they fried eggs on a hood, put a hood on fire, poured hydrochloric acid on it, fired a gun at the hood.. Looking back I think i'd try that product of 2006!

[@Justin52wales]

Iv used Williams waterless wax for years on my cars and it’s great the other is the same product but watered down a little as I knew the presenter off the shopping channel that represented williams racing

[@AM-zq8ro]

Me too. 85% of washes have been with Williams but I always rinse with hydroshot first. Only place where swirls are visible is the bonnet but I believe that to be because my bonnet is virtually horizontal and I have rushed with clothes on some occasions. (I've had the vehicle from new for 4 years. One front end repair so it could of been them)

[@simonchetwynd]

Brilliant, thank you. You seemed to put the stuff on quite thickly which probably means more lubricant to coat gritty particles. Would be interesting to know how much you used for 1 clean of 1 car.

[@peterowen4456]

I've recently used some Tripple Wax equivalent. Quite watery (dark green in colour) but also quite cheap. I admit, given the cheapness, I did soak each panel with product, gently wiped off then buffed with a fresh microfibre. I've been quite impressed. There is definitely a slight filling quality with the Tripple Wax product because the gloss black window surrounds looked almost swirl free afterwards (didn't last long to be fair). Not sure I'd used on a heavily soiled car though. Save water - yes - time? Not so sure cos I think you'd want to clean more often to avoid heavy soiling. I found the whole process quite rewarding in a way, no hoses or buckets - more like polishing furniture than cleaning a car. Great video as always.

[@jcoul1sc]

Similar for me. I did mine in the rain on holiday. Lasts 2 weeks in winter. Great bottles in the turtle wax too

[@jamesmackinlay2500]

Great video as always. I been using king shine waterless polish. On my car's. I think it does a good job. Got it from Amazon.

[@UpperDarbyDetailing]

I think the best rule of thumb for waterless wash products, they should only be used for the most minor of filth. Really, only where a proper wash isn't possible. For example, for cleaning off the dust picked up on the drive to a cars and coffee or similar event.

[@HxTurtle]

five years ago, we'd have probably laughed at autocorrect .. but meanwhile, I got so used to it that it even took me a while to even, umm, "not" figure. (our brain kinda acquired an autocorrect fail correct, in some sense, lol).

[@IfInDoubt..]

I like Meguiars waterless stuff - usually either keep a bottle of that to hand, or local North Western company Chrome Detailing Quick Detailer to tackle dreaded bird muck between regular wet washes. I love the QD for doing glass too, especially the inside of the windscreen - the only product I've found so far to do such a good job.

[@Macron87]

I also like swirl marks

[@IfInDoubt..]

@@Macron87 What part of my comment constitutes swirl marks? Did I say I regularly use it on my entire car? No. I'd much rather have swirls anyway, that I can polish out, than bird muck left on the car to eat in to the lacquer and paint. Moron.

[@martinbailey2140]

Same here, good excuse for getting the DAS PRO out 😊

[@HxTurtle]

@@Macron87 go and troll somewhere else, please .. thank you!

[@codbudgie]

yeah the waterless wash and wax stuff that's been passed around quite a lot are actually fairly decent, it's good for a basic spruce-up quick clean, it also works really well for a wet spray on buff in dry off waxing, it's not as good as a dedicated wash or a ceramic, but it certainly does a decent job.

[@Macron87]

100% contact wash is great if you love swirl marks

[@codbudgie]

@@Macron87 incorrect

[@HypnotizinDetailz]

I’ve tried the Williams’ one long years ago, got it as a “gift”, but it quite surprised me, as it was better than I initially expected, mainly used it up after a contact wash… 😄 The main thing is that here, it doesn’t matter what you’d get to use Joe, you have the ability to clean anything properly. Lots of folks could have the best and most expensive, efficient, etc. equipment, tools and chemicals, but you still would do a much better job than them - even if you can use only a piece of dogsh*t. 😉🤜🏻💥🤛🏻😎

[@CGB7RANDOmTOPs]

It will be amazing if you could test and review AMMO NYC frothe hoseless wash kit.

[@HxTurtle]

I do second this proposal!

[@MattTester]

I hope I wasn't the only one giggling every time you squirted that stuff, what an unfortunate combo of spray pattern, colour and consistency. Looks like these would be ideal for my white 2012 MX-5 though as it doesn't get very dirty and doesn't really show paint marks. Also for my black Freelander which is hopeless anyway.

[@richardgould1978]

Just goes against the grain to use this stuff and I've got a 20 year old vw t4 !!!! I do understand that some people will use them tho......for me it's pressure washer and snowfoam all the way ! Good video tho pal 👍 👌 👏

[@martin1649]

Next time you have to use the WS Platinum Paint protection, a product that was advertised as wax-free liquid wax, advertised by Horst Fuchs, in the demo they fried eggs on a hood, put the hood on fire, poured hydrochloric acid on it, fired a gun at the it it was wild! .. Looking back I think i'd try that product of 2006!

[@HxTurtle]

a gun? what happened? I mean, they surely didn't state it'd make your car bullet proof, did they?

[@YA-ee9zf]

this felt like washing your care with hand moisturizer 😂

[@jamesarmitage8399]

Got the williams wheel cleaner (5ltr ones) & actually pretty decent etc whilst more cost effective than other big named products

[@-GRHD-]

The heavy duty one? It did a good job at cleaning my wheels but it stripped off the protection I had applied, in future I'll stick to more gentle cleaners for my weekly wash but It definitely has its place

[@LeytonW1974]

You should do a review of Autoglym QuikRefresh as I'm finding it a really good product and a good alternative for the waterless wash products. Cars done in 30 minutes

[@sparko2012]

Can you tell me what you think the best product to bring exterior rubber back to life please? The ones on my mini are looking awful and it's only a 4 year old car haha.

[@stonefly514]

Used to be called GREASED LIGHTNING .... SHOWROOM SHINE ...sold hundreds of thousands litres of the stuff!!!!

[@CarCleaningGuru]

Yeh that rings a bell.

[@stevec1097]

Watched the video through gritted teeth 😂 I’m guessing you’re planning a full 2 stage machine polish soon 👌

[@benhook1850]

Been a big fan recently as im a lazy sod of using ONR, however if i do need to use a lubed up watreless wash ive opted for soft99 Fukupika and thats decent.

[@cg7856]

Nice vid guru

[@PurpleTT99]

We still have a hosepipe-ban down in Surrey, so I've been using waterless washes a lot. I'm nervous about swirls & scratches (it's a 6 month old M4) but having used this method for a few months now I think I'm doing ok. I'm sure they're all similar enough to not worry which one to buy!

[@carologywaterlesscarwash2054]

Never swirl wipe one way low pressure and it's perfectly safe 👍

[@CarFanatic]

My understanding is that these products cause a good bit of swirls and scratches, but the carnauba acts as a filler so the paint looks glossy immediately after. But once the wax comes off, the paint will show its true colors. Am I thinking about this the right way?

[@CarCleaningGuru]

If used on anything other than light surface dust then yes you’re probably right.

[@skodakatie7341]

Quite impressive results, however I don’t think I would feel comfortable using them on a relatively swirl free car, I think I will stick to my traditional wash technique, well once the hosepipe ban is finally lifted that is lol 😊.

[@Peugeot306]

But wait! There’s more! 🤣

[@AR-rs2dy]

You say it took a few hours so wld it have been quicker with a wet wash?

[@CarCleaningGuru]

That was because filming makes everything take 3 times as long.

[@next0845]

I know somebody who uses these at the caravan where he has no access to a hosepipe

[@duncangrainge]

Nice. I love your demos but watch for the comedy. I see the maxton bolt ons are still there. Surprisingly so are mine so prob good value after all.

[@CarCleaningGuru]

Yeh the front one is taking a bit of a beating underneath but can’t get annoyed as it’s only cheap plastic after all.

[@arows66]

I bought the same stuff after a few beers 😂 exactly what I found as well, can't clean crevices! I've got a crate left now 🥺

[@erniearambula3525]

A waterless wash for the engine bay would make for a fine future video.

[@jcoul1sc]

My neighbour swears by the Williams racing stuff

[@jcoul1sc]

He has a x5 which I assume has a ceramic coating as it's only a couple of years old, it really pops after the dry washing. Buys the Williams by the gallon. Assume he doesn't worry about scratches as he will offload the car at 3 or 4 years old

[@Ianw236]

Have I missed a video on this car ? Looks amazing.

[@CarCleaningGuru]

Maybe this one? kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4HGc2WGi8-gsNU

[@neillee1792]

Fantastic channel mate

[@garymartin557]

only use these type of products on door shuts as rinsing those can be a problem.

[@KVNSEYY]

This will be great 12 mins coming

[@denisedaly2307]

Hiya Car cleaning guru. I'm subscribed to you for a long time but I never get noticed of your new videos. This is the first notification in a long time. Whys that happening???

[@CarCleaningGuru]

If you have notifications enabled then I really don’t know. I suspect this is the case for a lot of my subs though which really annoys me 😡.

[@HxTurtle]

yes, I'm fairly certain, KZbin doesn't fully "respect" the notification bell. from what I observed, all together notifications are limited (probably as to not overwhelm the regular viewer.) so, it'll still try to figure out a suitable algorithm once you'd receive too many notifications otherwise. but, like I said, that's just guessing.

[@adampug206gti]

Great video.... what quality microfiber Towels would you recommend??? I use auto bright at the moment..👍

[@CarCleaningGuru]

Depends what for, even the bulk Kirkland yellow ones would be a better choice that the supplied ones here.

[@tedlym.3390]

Thank you for this informative information.

[@jemmace2586]

Great looking car.

[@waynio67]

Take it your not in a hosepipe ban area

[@mattus1gig]

Well I’m shocked!!! I thought those quick waterless things were like scrubbing your car down with some 80grit!

[@CarCleaningGuru]

I’m sure they will lightly swirl but if the surface is swirled to begin with it’s not a huge issue for me.

[@mattus1gig]

@@CarCleaningGuru I was surprised you weren’t cringing while wiping, seeing what a perfectionist you are. But as you’ve said “there’s already some swirling” 😁👍

[@TheFatSandwhich]

Williams Racing endorsing a product? hahaha

[@jezlucas3878]

I got given some of the Williams to try , well I've used it on our old camper van and it was brilliant. Not sure would use it on a decent car mind ,that said would suit some jobs

[@CarCleaningGuru]

Exactly.

[@jezlucas3878]

@@CarCleaningGuru not written it off , ideal for the t5 when can't be bothered with busting out jet wash during summer dust downs. Think personally we should all be open minded about all products available Iam just an enthusiast , and got quite a collecting going on . I use a product until it's almost empty then start looking for new things to try ,when I got given 5lrts of this stuff off a customer I took ages before deciding to use it . But definitely has some valid uses for sure .

[@garycoleman3005]

Love ur vids mr guru

[@PSHARPE1]

First 🏆🍻...The Guru - the people's detailer! ❤️

[@johnmayock3455]

That tattoo is awesome

[@philtaylor5053]

I'm trying to pinpoint your accent. 🙂 I'm a Wirral lad now residing in sunny Formby. I can't help feel your accent has a Wirral/Scouse tang to it. Am I close? Keep up the good work. 👍

[@petewatson9866]

Brave man to wash his dirty car with waterless, I be terrified of scratches

[@CarCleaningGuru]

As I say it was scratched already so what the hell!

[@shaheednazir786]

Hello mate is that a hybrid car?

[@CarCleaningGuru]

An early hybrid yeh but not plug in or elec only so drives like a normal car.

[@Lewis080]

Car GOD, can you recommend your favourite snow-foam?? Sorry if you’ve covered this before

[@garymartin557]

bilt hamber touchless imho

[@garymartin557]

bilt hamber touchless imho

[@samrackham4774]

Do these waterless products provide enough lube to not just swirl and damage the paint.

[@CarCleaningGuru]

I reckon they’re slick enough, the problem with this thick type though is that you can’t get a uniform application on the surface as comes out in streams.

[@samrackham4774]

@@CarCleaningGuru I’m no pro like yourself I’ve just watched enough of you’re videos and learned so much and you’ve mentioned about lubrication of products so it’s interesting that they do provide enough without the use of water thanks for the reply buddy hope you’re well

[@bestcrazyboy8487]

Someone has been on Ideal World Shopping Channel 🤔

[@CarCleaningGuru]

I was looking for babestation, honestly!

[@bestcrazyboy8487]

@@CarCleaningGuru I made the same mistake, excellent work on the Honda👍🏻

[@ExpressionCulture]

Your CRZ is so beautiful

[@CarCleaningGuru]

Slowly turning pink though 😫

[@ExpressionCulture]

@@CarCleaningGuru im sure youll be able to bring it back to life

[@robertwalker1742]

IN THE SUN, NO WAY.

[@CarCleaningGuru]

Been raining ever since 🤷‍♂️

[@adrianlawrence7224]

My rule: If my car is dirty from using it in rainy conditions then it needs a pre-wash snow foam. If it's lightly dusty then a simple contact wash. I'd rather live with a dirty car than subject it to a waterless wash

[@tomeoftheancient2225]

Thanks for the waterless wash. Even though I was impressed with the result, I think I'll keep doing a wet wash. Enjoyed the video. Thanks

[@luisteloarriaga]

this is almost like giving your body for science!!

[@keithpowell1357]

Great on my caravan

[@82Bjarni]

Waterless wash feels wrong.

[@theanalogkid6555]

This stuff STINKS. I first used it a few years back before i found out about proper washing techniques. My hands smelled for days, and the dirt trapped in the microfibre cloths ruins them. Don`t ever wash them in the washing machine the petrol/paraffin smell will make your clothes reek. This is the only time i have seen Guru not use gloves, bet his hands still stink.

[@jeffreyrobert9460]

Not gonna lie….I miss your traditional details

[@randy3318]

Swirls like crazy🤡🤡🤡😱😱😱

[@abdulmiah2014]

About time🤬

[@CarCleaningGuru]

11 days not bad for me!

[@abdulmiah2014]

🤦‍♂️🙄👍😂

[@anthonywhite721]

Get in 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 15 seconds and I was on it like a Honda bonnet.

[@nintendoatarikiller]

I expected this to be just as bad as the dodgy detailing products

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

3rd

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

@123I ¿Y?

[@Laughitupfuzzball439]

I’m an autoglyum fan and always have been (Dad used it, I just carried on) but I have had some of the Williams Waterless Wax for some time as a present and I think it’s fine (Weekend Warrior Only) gives a really nice shine even on a White Car. What I will say that maybe defeats the object is I always wash it first.