Cheap Water Filter To Help With Car Wash & Water Spots!

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

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[@alanoconnor6742]

I've been using these for years when we go camping. Naturally, I decided to try it for washing cars years ago. Unfortunately, it didn't really help at all. I still see them getting recommended in various detailing groups for spot-free alternatives so I decided to test it again. This time I measured to see if it actually reduces the Total Dissolved Solids. The reading after the filter was only 20 TDS lower than before the filter. That was a reduction of less than 10%. I wasn't too broken up over it since I always have these around the house anyway. However, they aren't worth buying (or even using) for the sole purpose of car washing.

[@Blaze_556]

I used one of the camco filters on my hose to detail my car today. Didn’t really notice much of a difference over just straight water. Il keep it on there since I paid for it already but I doubt I buy more

[@mr2garage]

Thank you for actually testing the before and after TDS. I'll pass on this and save and money.

[@annagraham6204]

That’s what I figured and probably the exact reason this slickster didn’t do a tds. Thank you.

[@babybuluga1554]

Thanks Scott for the heads up on this cheap fix to get softer water. I bought and tried it with my pressure washer setup. It was like a night and day difference! I have hard water here in AZ and I had no water spots when drying my cars!

[@billytaglis3586]

I'm so glad you said you're from arizona... I'm looking for something like this.... Water here is pretty brutal for washing your car without something like this.

[@juancam648]

Here in Florida water is so hard that nothing would work, the stains we had on cars, window glass and dishes was so bad we ended up buying a whole house Pelican water softener system. Now I can add an addition filter like the one your showing here if I want. Thanks for the video!

[@ChromaticGarage]

Seems like a really great option to save a few bucks! Or a lot of bucks. Great video!

[@RivalGT]

Was just looking in to getting a filter, and this video helps a lot. From Houston and the weather has been just as terrible here.

[@GeeWhizRS]

Good video Scott. I would recommend checking the filter instructions to see what the recommended flow rates are. If the water is flowing too fast you may not be getting optimal filtration. Of course, if you are happy with the results then thats fine; just wanted to mention that filters have recommended flow rates for them to work properly. The ones for my drinking water system are 3 litres/min max so I need to reduce the pressure from 15 litres/min which is my mains flow rate.

[@annagraham6204]

It’s a crap video with no tds before and after. Yes you are supposed to mist on the final rinse but when it’s only a 20pt reduction in tds it’s worthless in Arizona.

[@snail415]

Oh man... South Texas aquifer water needs all the help it can get. Plus pollen...plus summer... Great video.

[@danlc95]

Well done, Scott! I thought of buying one of those Griot's devices years ago, but this is a way better idea!

[@jorgenvonstrangle000]

Glad I found this, I am living at a house now and have access to water and living here for 8 months dealing with hard water sucks especially from summer here in south texas summer, this really helps I’ll be getting this next week

[@loniedupre88]

These work good for rinseless washing as well. Not as slick as with distilled but I think it’s splitting hairs to be honest. Will you need distilled for hot summer months in direct sunlight? Probably. But this will save a bit of money and plastic from throwing away jugs for a good bit of the year.

[@ShawDAMAN]

I tend to dry quickly enough after washing that i've generally been able to avoid spotting BUT I was looking for something to improve the water so it's less of a concern, but without spending a ton of money. this is great info thanks!

[@bobrobert8566]

I hooked up 4 Dupont filters 1 10 micron to a 1 micron to a carbon filter to a deionizer resin filter. The first 3 are rated for 15,000 gallons before changing. The deionizer more often. The great thing about this system is the charcoal and dionzer have bypass values allowing you to still have good water without wasting the deionized water. Total cost including all the hardware was $150.00 and that includes 3 extra cartridges for each cannister.

[@atlfat9682]

Bob robert can u give me the intire lay out where u got ur parts from or sites

[@deluxevehicledetailingandp904]

Yes I'd be interested in more exact details of what you describe as well. My water is so hard !

[@bobrobert8566]

The 2 different filters I used are Dupont WFPF 13003 B (blue) comes with a 10 micron filter and mounting bracket (not used) and Dupont universal valve in head (clear) WFPF 38001 C includes 5 micron carbon wrap filter no mounting bracket. These units take standard 10" filters. The most important filter is the Aquatic Life reverse osmosis deionization (RODI) color indicating mixed bed DI resin filter. These come 'with 3/4 " NPT so I used common pvc connections in between and NPT to GHT connectors on in and out along with quick connects. The in head units seem to have a leaking problem so i recomend using joint compound and or extra tape for the connections and waiting 24 hrs before using. I set up my units in a U configuration to fit in a husky tool caddie from HD . All items were purchased through amazon, e-bay or home depot

[@deluxevehicledetailingandp904]

Thank you for the details. I wanted to do more than just the RV filter, but not go all out with cost, plus wanted to be mobile. Love your U configuration and fitting it in the Husky Tool Caddy !

[@Tbird761]

You can put a 0.5 micron filter in that if you want to. They're not terribly expensive and would remove more dissolved solids.

[@TreyCamp]

This was what I was looking for! better than the other 20 micron CAMCO ones that don't seem to work as well. This is really cost efffective and I like the ability to swap out the filters. I just bought one hopefully it works great! Thank you for sharing, especially since you use the other CR spotless system and you're still happy with this one.

[@annagraham6204]

Well it turns out they’re both crap! It’s actually not cost effective at all because it’s a total waste of $ guy! Crapco!

[@georgemyers6518]

Great video and great info. Soft water makes a big difference in exterior washing and also in all purpose cleaners that require diluting with water for interior cleaning and concentrated glass cleaners that require being diluted with water

[@GRJCLyon]

Another honest review. It helps but it's not perfect. I appreciate this so much.

[@XcoolcoolbeansbeansX]

Put one of these in front of your deionizer, and save a ton on resin refills!

[@joelellingson679]

i did and the tds is still the same. 630 ppm going in my d.i.

[@XcoolcoolbeansbeansX]

@@joelellingson679 good to know. Do you think having the filter in front of the ionizer helps to take the load off of the resin, and maybe prevents it from loading up with contamination? Even if the resulting PPM is still the same

[@eugeniocarpio8492]

Thank You Sir Scott. From the Philippines.

[@dancurcio9044]

Great idea/product. This was well worth the $30. I can now dry my large SUV and have time to do it. No more water spots especially on my windows so now I save time. I only wish I had bought this item sooner ! Thanks Scott.

[@anthemss]

Been doing for a few years with a whole house unit, water is garbage here in AZ, helps a lot!

[@jondoe9110]

You’re right! The quality of the water definitely affects the quality of the wash!

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

I was surprised to see this filter work so well.. Not perfect but it certainly helps!

[@RVingTheCountry]

Hmm.. I never new this. I have some in my RV. I’m trying it soon,

[@bigd9848]

Nice idea 💡 thanks. I think I will order more Big Daddies they really are excellent.The more you buy the better the cost ✊Everyone needs to try them 👍🏻I know once you do it’s a done deal.Thanks again really great quality microfiber towels 😎

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

Thank you so much! I'm excited everyone loves the quality of the towels.. Much love my friend

[@robertlombardi2228]

I have two black vehicles which I detail weekly. Recently the town I live in added fluoride to our drinking water. Now every time I wash my cars even after blowing off excess water with a hand blower I noticed water spots forming on paint. Question- is it the fluoride in the water causing these white water spots? Did not experience this problem of water spots before they added the fluoride to our drinking water. Finally will this filter system help in this regard? Thank you!

[@fskrisfx]

It doesn’t say anything about removing calcium, the paint on my last truck was pretty much ruined because of the high amounts of calcium in the water.. it couldn’t even be buffed out! I just got a bran new vehicle that i’m terrified to clean.

[@rickyrice7376]

Great video. I'm trying to find a pre-filter , to bring down the TDS going to my DI tank. I've seen a lot of videos on this kind of set-up. If I can bring it down from 250-350 TDS to maybe 40, going into the DI system. What has been the TDS coming out of the house and then coming out of your filter? I'm curious, what the numbers have been for you. Thank you

[@johnwagner8465]

Thank you...just what I was looking ok king for

[@pierrecrisostomo8237]

Thanks for the cool info Scott. More power to you....

[@rosewd2]

I noticed the filter cartridge is granular, I think Lowes sells a solid carbon block cartridge that's more effective. All these filter housings use the same cartridge I believe.

[@offdatgogo]

Hard water over here in Maryland. Rainy day tomorrow so guess where I'll be heading to? Wally-Word WalMart. Great tip sir! Thank you.

[@martinflores6780]

Do you think I can use this filter to wash my solar panels let me know.

[@DaiLoo888]

Wowwwwww, its cool scot, this is what i m looking for, low budget and logically works, i will set up mine scott, thank you so much for the video.....

[@tanktexas]

I want to try this on my solar panels

[@memnoch1974]

Scott! Lets think outside the outside box for a moment. Why not buy two or three of those canisters and fill them with dionizer resin and connect them in series. You could have a system at a fraction of the cost as this type of set up would go head to head with those $300 systems.

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

I have already thought about it but something tells me we would need something else.. Or perhaps I'm to stupid to figure it out..lol

[@klasseact6663]

Scott, man of the people once again👍 Btw, I forwarded your recent email to all my car buddies, hope they order some towels💡

[@skonyc3164]

Scott I'm just curious, as a mobile detailer any tips and tricks on detailing in cold weather like we are going to get soon. I think that would make a great video for us people up north. Thank you for sharing all your wisdom.👍

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

I will make some videos again about winter washing but I have discussed it in videos before.. Krause & Becker paint sprayer, worx hydroshot plus rinseless washing

[@jackcallaway1228]

Great vid, also spot on Gerk B Frobe from joe dirt....great stuff

[@whatthe2458]

Why would a CR spotless be any more expensive for home use?

[@BenzG1L]

I’ve tried this exact same filter for what appears to be the same type hard water (less than 50ppm) and it had no effect on water spotting in my case.

[@LightSportMan]

can I use the water softer from my house?

[@AcMando]

What happens if we use hard water on a car wash ???????

[@XtremeproDetailers]

Is there any that I can use when I mobile for 100 gallon water tank that won’t break The bank

[@broderp]

So what if you have hard water..is there any benefit to this in those instances? I don't want to buy a full blown water softening system just for car detailing.

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

I discuss that within the video

[@opaman7518]

Great video! Tell me how does someone from New York end up in Dallas, Texas?

[@richardnixon9324]

People who vote democrat, ruin their state, and then move to a republican state because it’s better for some strange reason.

[@bigstick346]

That's easy......Politics!!!

[@aaronsteen1047]

What size fittings did you use on filter for connections?

[@M6transam]

Thanks for this Scott. I’ve been searching for something like this. I’m going to try it for sure! Also I see that unlabeled bottle of purple liquid.. Is this a drying aid/ spray wax or Detailer you are going to be releasing??

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

Something I'm working on... More testing to go.. Perhaps early 2019

[@louiskovacs8970]

@@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343 Hello Scott this is Louis from Camco manufacturing. We would like to send you some filters to test out that have been made specifically for hard water we would like your feed back let me know.

[@OtenP_]

how long do they last???

[@cecilioramirez9967]

I would use it for the first rins. And to use the foam gun. Then use my purified water for the final rins.

[@loniedupre88]

I actually ordered one of the tube style filters the other day. I’m hoping it lets me use rinseless wash with the filtered water. I have somewhat hard water. I’m sure it’ll help but if it doesn’t do what I need I may try one of these. Great minds think alike haha

[@bstewartexecutivecarcare6953]

loniedupre88 for what's it's worth I use ONR with distilled water. 1 capful in 1 gal. I brought 2 gallons put a capful into each one, dumped into a 3 gallon bucket with a lid. I have washed my car 3 times and I don't think I have used 1/2 a gallon yet. It takes me 2 16x16 inch towels to do my Honda Accord. Dry as I finish one section and follow up with Optimum spray wax. My car is a black 2005 & daily driver. And I get lots of compliments on how nice it looks. By the way the water costs under a dollar per gallon. Good luck

[@loniedupre88]

Blair Stewart thanks man. I’ve been using ONR for a while now. Always with distilled water. I’m just trying to see if I can get away with tap water lol. I tried it today with regular tap water and it didn’t work nearly as well as distilled of course. Hoping the filter gets me close enough to the performance of distilled water without having to buy gallons and gallons of the stuff. Trying to not have so many jugs to throw away.

[@bstewartexecutivecarcare6953]

loniedupre88 I understand completely. Keep us posted on your results.

[@loniedupre88]

Blair Stewart definitely. Going rinseless personally and professionally for ecological reasons. Throwing a bunch of plastic jugs away doesn’t help much lol. I’ll still need some distilled water for a few things but just trying to get away with as much as I can without cutting corners and quality.

[@loniedupre88]

Blair Stewart so it came in and and tried out using the filtered water with ONR. I like it. No additional water spotting from what was already from rain. It felt almost as slick as distilled water. Dried very easily as well. I wasn’t in direct sunlight so I still need to try that. But so far I think it’s a winner. Probably in summer months I’ll still need to use distilled water, but I think this will get me by for the majority of the time and save money and plastic.

[@donstevens7847]

I’ve been wanting to do this, there are 2 stage ones you can get on eBay as well, that about my speed there...

[@ramiropicazo800]

Does it leave steaks?

[@LylesGrandpa9371]

Just checked into this system using your link to Amazon... Now it's $64.79. Would you still feel it's worth it at that price?

[@sidVargas949]

How many? Gallons for a mibile washer looking for a solutions since i dont have many detail shops/di water near me and have to drive far to get it..

[@sidVargas949]

I have a 60 gallon tank and need for like 15-20 washes a week..

[@crisworkizer]

Scott, do they have a higher micron filter for that filter housing or can I run two in a row and not reduce water pressure. Thank you.

[@monkeycbrown]

My water is pretty hard. Would this be a good option or should I go with something different?

[@petergumataotao6811]

Does any one know if I could filter the water and stored in my tank to go to my customers house?

[@patb5266]

What about using a full on water softening system?

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

Absolutely.. Some of those systems can be costly but will definitely help

[@tomevans5458]

80 degrees this weekend in the SF Bay Area! I guess that's why the home prices are so high. Probably eating Thanksgiving dinner on the patio. Take care.

[@YamaReal]

Is the Camco EVO Premium product better 5 micron vs 100 filter than the cheaper Camco TastePURE Water Filter?

[@oneof1374]

I want to try this filter but does one need to be concerned with Carbon/Charcoal sediment scratching the paint?

[@mastorione]

What if you switch to a 1 or 0.5 micron filter cartridge?

[@osofast18stang54]

Huh....must be a coincidence, Autofanatic put out a video 4days ago using a RV filter

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

That's so cool.. I don't follow his channel but I'm happy he shared the same information to help others

[@BeReady726]

Has anyone tested the effectiveness of this with a TDS meter?

[@WhatsThePoint01]

This is exactly what I need

[@tonym9129]

Scott what’s your opinion on ceramic coatings??

[@MrBod4life]

Thanks Scott for another great vid. How is the water pressure with this unit versus the smaller Camco units ?

[@disabled4now]

Aqua Crest in-line water filter , dedicated for car washing @ Amazon. Is the way to go. Check it out ...

[@JohnPerez-fn2ok]

Auto fanatic made a video about the smaller version of these 4 days ago

[@fasteddie9877]

Where do you think Scott got the idea from ?

[@JohnPerez-fn2ok]

@@fasteddie9877 well the thing is that I like this version better because it filters better, lasts longer and water pressure should be better as well so I don't care if he copied auto fanatic

[@shawnreppert1493]

Does Lowe’s or Walmart have these?

[@jonnieinbangkok]

Wouldn't an ion exchange resin cartridge be a better water conditioner for car washing than carbon? My understanding of these filters is that carbon removes chlorine and other chemicals/aeromatics used to treat municipal water supplies but provides minimal mechanical filtration or demineralization (softening) of the water.

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

Of course and I mention that in the video.. But having this filter vs nothing is helpful and I can see it in the results

[@jonnieinbangkok]

@@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343 Seeing is believing!

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

@@jonnieinbangkok not always.. I can't see air but I know I need it to survive..lol

[@incognitotorpedo42]

Jonnie Bangkok, I really wonder what this filter is doing. Chemically, If it really removes heavy metals like iron and copper, then maybe it's also picking up some of the magnesium and calcium that are the bulk of the water spot material? Or maybe the heavier metals play a role in water spotting? Maybe stabilize the crystals in the water spot and make them harder to remove? Lots of possibilities. Probably the carbon isn't a factor, but who knows, maybe there are organics in the water that are involved in water spotting.

[@stevenkelby2169]

@@incognitotorpedo42 it doesn't remove carbon, it uses carbon as the filter medium to remove any particles over 5 microns.

[@donjohnson9893]

$29.40 on Amazon. Then get the stand for $14.

[@beeslandscaping]

They make a portable one you just throw them out when you’re done with that and it last for 2 to 3 months per unit it’s the same thing like you have is for your RV but when are you done with that you throw it out Amazon sells a two pack I believe it’s 14.99

[@badlilstang]

Not hard not soft.. you know you can buy a cheap meter and test before and after the filter.. and most have found that RV filters don't do crap. Carbon filter are only for taste!

[@ItsTheFry]

#DOC !!!! This looks just like your Flux Capacitor design in the time machine! #GREATSCOTT

[@quinones355]

mesure by use or months? to replace filter

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

I mention my method within the video when I replace the filter in the future

[@75folarin]

pls what is d name of the filter, where can i get

[@mattslaymaker3717]

Scott mentions in the video where to buy and how much

[@noneya189]

You need to start leaving the products in the description so we can look them up

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

I understand your point.. Most if not all on KZbin that leave links are making money off your purchase. I want to remain transparent with my reviews and I don't think it's fair to make profit off my viewers unless it's a product I own. Thanks for the comment

[@rcozpinoy]

@@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343 Sometimes it's a little too quick to catch the product name. I've read your comments about why you do not link the products but if you could simply leave the names of the products in the description then that should help your viewers without you making money off it as you've expressed. I've learned a lot and appreciate your videos with all that said.

[@jrf3742]

Great idea

[@mrblister95]

I see you have the same problem I have Scott, OAK LEAVES!!!! They're everywhere here too!! (NorCal)

[@Voltis-5]

$35 on Amazon with Prime. You're Welcome. Thanks again Scott 👍

[@rickjack78]

It's $53 on Amazon.

[@Voltis-5]

@@rickjack78 Sure you're not reading that backwards? 😅

[@rickjack78]

@@Voltis-5 No, it's a different model within the line.

[@jakethesnake9528]

You might be missing New York, but I bet you're not missing state income tax as well as all those other high taxes. Welcome to Texas.

[@peterdoane4961]

Is this Ray Romano??

[@MarkNOTW]

Peter Doane thank you. I was racking my brain thinking who he sounds like.

[@thisSiteSucksHard]

Alan Alda c’mon man

[@hockeyken10]

Howard stern

[@albertbrooklyn]

Anyone have a link for amazon...?

[@RVingTheCountry]

Albert M you can buy then at Walmart or any RV store.

[@car_junkie]

Love your videos Scott! Ahh first world problems... Can't get clean water to wash our cars with and in other countries they just can't get clean water at all. Gotta love the ol USA!

[@davisonthomas4697]

LOL, your right. I'll still get me a filter. I have a filter for my garden water.

[@scottohms2799]

Scott, going full DI water set up, is cr spotless the only choice for the money ?

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

its one of the best for the money...it depends on your water quality though, cr spotless can get costly if its trying to filter really hard water

[@MarkNOTW]

Aquaticlife has a two filter deionization set up for around $90

[@RyanV78665]

good idea, question there are 2 labeled evo camco filter, 40631 is 35$ and 50630 is $55 anyone know the difference?

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

Good question.. I'm not really sure.. I purchased mine at Wal-Mart and it's a 5.0 micron carbon filter. I paid I believe around 45 dollars

[@richardlindsey7112]

Run that in front of the di unit. Will extend the life of the di media

[@rickjack78]

It's Camco, not Gamco.

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

Sounds good

[@genysmenrunner1677]

How do I know when a filter doesn’t work anymore?

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

You will begin to see water spots that are harder to remove.. I just play it safe and replace the filter every two months.. It's so cheap so I don't over think it

[@genysmenrunner1677]

Dallas Paint Correction & Auto Detailing thank you so much Scott! I always love your videos

[@metalpolishshop]

Put two gauges on the filter. One in front and one after. When the differential becomes high the filter is plugging off.

[@seugeniogonzaleze9296]

Hey Scott. Thanks for sharing. Would you compare this filtered water with distilled water? I followed your tip into using distlled water for the last rinse, that the works (also, thanks for that review) suck up from a 5 gal bottle.

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

No distilled water would be better but if you need more water flow and don't want to spend a lot of money, this option will help.. Obviously RO water or cr spotless machine is your best option

[@seugeniogonzaleze9296]

Thanks so much! :)

[@blondeexplorer8276]

Awesome video. Just bought it on ebay for $32 free ship. 1/12/2018

[@okdk5040]

2:30 - 2:47 that aged well lool

[@phyllisdorsey1880]

try using fewer words

[@DJMARTIN73]

Is it me or is he a mind reader?

[@n1ydy]

Ed

[@dennisthemenance5433]

If my tap water was a problem? I'd call my Towns Water Dept and find out why if you own a home? then its part of the Home cost to have a Decent water filtering system for it, most will ave $1,000 with a Plumber installing it correctly and he/she can set up seperate Filters for your outside faucet you will you use for Car washing ,without having to use your main system in the house..just for your water spots..But, really? We just go to our Local Car wash and use their system..It has no Iron and no water spots and only cost us $1 and we will put Ocean Foam into the system ofr the Sea Salt to work correctly

[@GEO-vc1pc]

You sound like Howard Stern

[@peshinski]

howard does not have an accent, not even the least, hes a professional broadcaster and he trained himself NOT to sound like a New Yorker, if anything Scott sounds liker BOBO

[@RVingTheCountry]

Umm ... not at all.

[@sergeyparshin8682]

Another youtuber posted the same thing couple of days ago. Nice trick though

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

That's awesome.. I don't follow others on KZbin but I'm happy the word is out and it's helping others..

[@emiller7040]

It was his brother! Auto Fanatic, I think that's the correct name.

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

@@emiller7040 lol.. I know of him and he seems like a great guy but I don't follow his videos.. Sounds like another smart New Yorker..lol I'm happy he shared it as well

[@emiller7040]

@@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343 He confirmed to someone he is your brother. Was he kidding?

[@dallaspaintcorrectionautod8343]

@@emiller7040 we aren't brothers.. Did he really say that? I'm sure he was kidding