Rinseless Washing with the DIY Detail Legacy Sponge V2 - What has been updated?

[@diydetailofficial]

Thanks for the review. To answer some of the lingering questions. Completely new foams. Made by Buff & Shine Open cell ( as are the others in the market) Slightly stiffer for better performance Softer on the surface

[@MikeGDetailing]

@@diydetailofficial thank you Yvan.

[@petegangies]

anyone reading this.. you shouldnt use the sides of the sponge. The whole reason why these sponges are safe, is because of the cut out slots which are designed to trap the dirt and contamination and not drag it along your paint. The sides do not have these slots. If you have a gen 1 sponge, keep using it, and don't use the side of either and you're all good.

[@BXGreen_DrivewayDetails]

Nice update video on the sponge! So far DIY LEGACY sponge is my favorite. I ordered DETAIL Co sponge so we ll see!

[@MikeGDetailing]

@@BXGreen_DrivewayDetails the legacy sponge is a favorite of mine. I’m curious about the detail co sponge as well.

[@TheBreakfastLover]

@@BXGreen_DrivewayDetails I think Yvan said the Legacy V2 is made by Buff and Shine (same people that make Detail Co's sponge). Not sure why it's not Lake Country anymore.

[@BXGreen_DrivewayDetails]

@@TheBreakfastLover lake country couldn’t met the needs and demands of the stock requirements of DIY

[@MikeGDetailing]

@@TheBreakfastLover See Sam's pinned comment. He clarified on the manufacturer.

[@thesamsquatch5224]

Mike G!!! Excellent review sir! I’ve been told the sponge now has a more open cell structure to allow better cleaning throughout. Buff and shine is right on the money. A little bit of a deeper waffle for better cooling and cut. Mike G for the win!!! Excellent as always sir 💪💪🔥🔥

[@MikeGDetailing]

@@thesamsquatch5224 thanks for clearing that up on the sponge. I appreciate you always supporting.

[@bosswindowtint]

The McKee's gold sponge will be tough to give up. It's my favorite by far. I pair it with ADS Hero. Looking forward to an updated top 5 rinseless from you when you're done with testing the new ones.

[@MikeGDetailing]

The gold sponge is indeed a nice sponge.

[@MambaForever8_24]

Why do you like the McKee's better? I just used it for the first time and like it, but was struggling with keeping track of what side I just used when I needed to flip to the other side for a second pass through, which I see the benefit of the two color system of the DIY would bring. Don't like the comments on the sharp center material of the DIY though.

[@JDak-sj9fu]

Excellent review Mike. My Mckees gold sponge is my favorite with the Rag Company USS second. But you never can have too many sponges.

[@MikeGDetailing]

@@JDak-sj9fu very true. Both good sponges that you use.

[@jefferrrson1x]

YESSS MY MAN G MIKE BACK IN THE BUILDING.

[@MikeGDetailing]

@@jefferrrson1x still around.

[@FineDetailingAZ]

Excited to try the new pads! Thanks for the review Mike.

[@MikeGDetailing]

@@FineDetailingAZ thanks. I like the new beveled edge.

[@Redrunnerdetail1323]

I got 2 of the old ones so definitely getting the new one

[@MikeGDetailing]

I used the new one again the other day and it does feel a little softer. You will like it.

[@victoryensured7137]

Yeah Mike and Rinsless is the best combo! My man!

[@MikeGDetailing]

@@victoryensured7137 still my preferred method to wash. Its just to convenient for me.

[@jbalinski]

I'm a sponge roller when flipping it to the other side. That's where my concern lies with the center seam. My v1 sponge seam did soften up after using it a few times, but definitely sharp when new.

[@MikeGDetailing]

@@jbalinski with your big hands I could see that happening. But I agree that edge is pretty hard.

[@GaryH-p5c]

Ive been happy with Hydra V3 and Hero, both are great. For sponges Ive been stuck on and happy w/ McKees Gold sponge but im in the market for another to compare - maybe DIY 2 legacy. Thanks for the vid!

[@MikeGDetailing]

Two great rinseless wash options. Definitely look into the Legacy sponge. It is a good one. The Mckee's is also a good one.

[@Bruces-Garage]

Great comparison of the new you older sponge versions 👍🏻

[@MikeGDetailing]

Thanks Bruce.

[@TheBreakfastLover]

I think Yvan said in another video is the open cell foam is a little different in that the sponge will wash off better in bucket. Did you notice that?

[@MikeGDetailing]

@@TheBreakfastLover what I can say is it does clean out really good when dunked in the bucket. Having v2 rinseless in the bucket does such a good job aiding in cleaning the sponge.

[@Matthew-2206]

The Ultra Black Sponge has been great for me. I have been eyeballing either the DIY Legacy sponge or the one from Detail Co though. The satisfaction of seeing the dirt with those light colors sounds appealing.

[@victoryensured7137]

Legacy kicks ass :)

[@GaryH-p5c]

Legacy II, UBS, OR Mckees Gold sponge? 🤔

[@victoryensured7137]

@@GaryH-p5c Legacy (ive got v1 and it's still amazing and the best) and Mr. Mckees Gold Sponge

[@GaryH-p5c]

Nice thanks for the reply!

[@victoryensured7137]

@@GaryH-p5c My pleasure! You will be happy with each one of those really, but these are my favs :)

[@FrankoDetails]

i’ve always like using the sides of the sponge for the plastic trim lowers on the cars that have it 😜 still not brave enough to do a rinse-less wash without a thorough or quick pre rinse 😆

[@MikeGDetailing]

@@FrankoDetails nothing wrong with a pre-rinse.

[@chiroguy98]

I use the legacy plus the all black sponge when Rinseless washing. Nice vid!

[@MikeGDetailing]

@@chiroguy98 two great sponges.

[@waterhose4130]

Very interesting Mike. Seems there is a lot of crossover in the industry, and behind the scenes collaboration. Yea, you can’t call it white labeling specifically, but the technology is being shared. Isn’t Detail Co using buff and shine, for pads, and their sponge? “Open cell technology” So, the middle of the sponge seems to help the sponge keep its structure. The ultra safe sponge works fine, but to me it’s small, and too soft. Hoping Eddie’s sponge is a winner. I think I’ll get it by next month.

[@MikeGDetailing]

@@waterhose4130 I’m curious about their sponge as well.

[@BB_Detailing_00]

I ordered it. Waiting for it to come

[@killacamfoo]

Planning to review the new Pan lineup?

[@MikeGDetailing]

@@killacamfoo yes

[@MikeKaufman-u2q]

I'll be using my new sponge soon. Also have Hydro Lite on one of my cars!

[@MikeGDetailing]

@@MikeKaufman-u2q nice. Let me know what you think of the sponge and the slight change to having that piece removed.

[@MikeKaufman-d7n]

@@MikeGDetailingAfter use. Not a huge difference but seemed like it soaked up more solution

[@Thecardetailingnut]

Loving the Ethos Sponge

[@MikeGDetailing]

I need to get another one to use it long term. Glad to hear you are enjoying it.

[@andrej2321]

The point being in 15 minutes a man can foam up and rinse and foam up again and rinse and contact wash and dry the entire vehicle, one way or another, rinseless wash or not, that he loves and cares about. Both producing a clean vehicle. 😊 Love the drying towel color match to the vehicle’s Equinox badge btw! She’s a beauty! 😊 Well done my friend!

[@MikeGDetailing]

@@andrej2321 thank you.

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

Nice 👍🏼

[@jeffc6832]

I'm going to pick one of these up once they come back in stock. I already ordered the Detail Co one, may retire the old BRS (from 2018) and my original UBS (from 2020). They're still good, but I've always wanted to try washing wheels with them during the winter when I'm using more of a rinseless process for wheels. I know you said you're done with rinseless testing for the year, but are you going to check out Nemesis and Clean Rinse-Less? They both sound intriguing, so I picked them up. And since I'm a glutton for punishment I finally grabbed Feynlab V3 and also rebought Hydra V3 direct from Aaron. I had picked up a small bottle off Amazon, but not sure which version that is. With that, I think I've officially reached my limit for new products for the year. It's time to do some serious washing and blow through some product. I finally broke down and grabbed a dozen of the dispensing bottles and moved my gallons to some totes to free up space and make my cabinet a little cleaner looking.

[@jbalinski]

I really enjoy the Feynlab v3. Almost has a Christmas scent to me, can't wait to use it during the holidays to really set the vibe in the garage. I used it at 1oz per 3 gallons, per recommendation and it worked great. Looking forward to your thoughts!

[@jeffc6832]

​@@jbalinskithanks Joey, will let you know!

[@MikeKaufman-d7n]

They are in stock now

[@waterhose4130]

@@jeffc6832 I’m thinking Nemesis, and Clean rinseless are going to be in the HERO/DIY category. Feynlab v3 is a solid product, I have no issues when using it. That great smell lingers. New Hydra though, just a different animal. If I could describe it in one word, it would be “pure”. It’s just so easy to work with, and it murders dirt. Dry off is effortless. First product I’ve used that melts bird sheet. It leaves nothing behind, just a super clean surface. I’ve tried most of them, and have a full shelf of just rinseless products. I find myself going back to RRW, Hydra, and surprisingly, ECH2O the most. I ordered Nemesis, and the sponge because Eddie got me hooked on rinseless, and that hybrid wash. Not shilling a product, but a process. Respect. Mike here may be the only truly independent reviewer left soon though, I hope he keeps it going.

[@MikeGDetailing]

@@jeffc6832 I do plan to try them out at some point. Hydra V3 is great and Feynlab V3 is solid as well. For Feynlab go with 1 to 3 gallons. It’s a much nicer experience.

[@clints8888]

is it really the same? didn’t they also move away from lake country to buff and shine for the sponge also?

[@MikeGDetailing]

@@clints8888 see Sam’s comment up above. He clarified it.