What did you do today, in regards to detailing?

[Klasse Act]

I'm really glad that Griot's Garage does not have this problem with cheap bottles and sprayers!

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[chilly]

I'm really glad that Griot's Garage does not have this problem with cheap bottles and sprayers!

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Can you even imagine that happening?

I mean even if their products sucked (which they absolutely don't) they have been famous for the quality of their sprayers since the dawn of time

They aren't going to toss that kind of reputation away for a fast buck on cheap crap

 

[Klasse Act]

Can you even imagine that happening?

I mean even if their products sucked (which they absolutely don't) they have been famous for the quality of their sprayers since the dawn of time

They aren't going to toss that kind of reputation away for a fast buck on cheap crap

Sooooo true and recently they've changed the bottle their Poly Gloss comes in, same as the Surface Prep, so I'm going to assume Surface Wash as well. I know there was an issue with something and they were all over it, stopped making the Surface Prep even till the issue was solved. Alot of companies should mirror how they do things, it doesn't go unnoticed or unappreciated by people, especially me and it's why I've been a customer since 2005

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[JDGolden]

Griots definitely has awesome bottles and sprayers. I bought some Adam’s detail spray 4-5 years ago and use the bottle and sprayer still for ONR mixes for claying or other cleaning.

 

[Bosko]

having Tolco sprayers

The original founder of Tolco(Bill Spengler) came in everyday until he was 96....even with his diaper full....true story.

If I still was doing their photography work I could get you cases of product....we had so much they told us to donate to whoever we could.
They never wanted anything back

one of my photos

 

[vaca22]

I know my leather is clean, but I'm not happy with the shine that I still see. The back seats still look matte as they're never used.

CarPro Inside with a Colourlock brush maybe??

I see a sale countdown. I'm going to place a laaaaaarge order.

 

[chilly]

The original founder of Tolco(Bill Spengler) came in everyday until he was 96....even with his diaper full....true story.

If I still was doing their photography work I could get you cases of product....we had so much they told us to donate to whoever we could.
They never wanted anything back

one of my photos

Just out of curiosity were they made in China back when you were dealing with them?

I can't quite read what it says below the diamond T logo on the gray sprayer

 

[Bosko]

Just out of curiosity were they made in China back when you were dealing with them?

I can't quite read what it says below the diamond T logo on the gray sprayer

Taiwan

most of what they did was R&D and silk screen their name on all the products

 

[chilly]

Taiwan

most of what they did was R&D and silk screen their name on all the products

This is the deal in a nutshell

I worked in the plastic injection molding industry for a time in the 80s and I have a very good idea of how much it takes to set up a plant, which is exactly what I and a partner did for Warner Communications (Atari specifically)

I feel i can say with close to 100% accuracy that NONE of the detailing companies make their own bottles and sprayers regardless of how iconic they are

It is simply cost prohibitive, so we get down to where they choose to source them from

The Griot's Finest sprayer looks amazingly like the Zep sprayer on bottles that Home Depot and Lowes sell

They are great sprayers and I use a lot of them in Alaska because I can walk in and buy them, although I don't like the tall thin 32 oz bottles as I find them to be tippy

Regardless, with just a couple of minor cosmetic tweaks I would bet the 2 are made by the same manufacturer

I guess you just have to buy them from someone you trust which brings my soapbox rant full circle, I simply don't trust Chemical Guys

Done

 

[MisterSnoop]

I feel i can say with close to 100% accuracy that NONE of the detailing companies make their own bottles and sprayers regardless of how iconic they are

It is simply cost prohibitive, so we get down to where they choose to source them from

The Griot's Finest sprayer looks amazingly like the Zep sprayer on bottles that Home Depot and Lowes sell

They are great sprayers and I use a lot of them in Alaska because I can walk in and buy them, although I don't like the tall thin 32 oz bottles as I find them to be tippy

Regardless, with just a couple of minor cosmetic tweaks I would bet the 2 are made by the same manufacturer

I believe Delta Industries makes Griot's sprayers. Their compact and foaming compact sprayers look to be D.I. OPUS sprayers. The Finest sprayer looks like the D.I. High Output sprayer.

 

[chilly]

I have come to REALLY like these repurposed spray bottles from Method household cleaners

They spray very nicely, hold a good amount of product, and aren’t tippy

They are not adjustable but for clay lube and similar liquids they are awesome

We already like the Method products so it’s a win win

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[PA DETAILER]

With a 5 degree wind chill and about 6" of snow out, sadly NOTHING.

 

[Klasse Act]

With a 5 degree wind chill and about 6" of snow out, sadly NOTHING.

We were at -5 windchill this morning, high of 24 today BUT tomorrow is going to be 52 and the ES is S A L T Y and my IK Foam Pro 12 is filled and ready to go, mini air compressor is charged up. I'll be doing before, during, after and more after pics of the door to show the power of Bilt-Hamber Touchless at almost the strongest recommended ratio...stay "tuned"

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[vaca22]

I have come to REALLY like these repurposed spray bottles from Method household cleaners

They spray very nicely, hold a good amount of product, and aren’t tippy

They are not adjustable but for clay lube and similar liquids they are awesome

We already like the Method products so it’s a win win

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Don't laugh, but each time I pull the trigger on my Nature's Miracle bottle I think to myself, "Wow this is the sprayer I need".

Long trigger pull with a really great atomization of the liquid.

 

[chilly]

Don't laugh, but each time I pull the trigger on my Nature's Miracle bottle I think to myself, "Wow this is the sprayer I need".

Long trigger pull with a really great atomization of the liquid.

Absolutely not laughing, it is amazing where you can find top quality sprayers included with a product

Those bottles of Method cleaner are $3.59, FULL OF PRODUCT, and I get a great sprayer and bottle to boot

Empty Optimum spray bottles are another top notch repurposed sprayer and bottle

That just makes it all the more ridiculous to pay $4-5 bucks for a "detailing sprayer"

There are a few times and products that call for a super fine spray that requires an adjustable nozzle but for the most part I just need to put product on a panel, or tire, or towel

It's not rocket surgery

:buffing:

 

[JDGolden]

Don't laugh, but each time I pull the trigger on my Nature's Miracle bottle I think to myself, "Wow this is the sprayer I need".

Long trigger pull with a really great atomization of the liquid.

Yep, I now use one of those (after thoroughly cleaning it) for a bleach cleaner I use in my bathrooms and other areas that need bleached.

 

[Klasse Act]

Well from yesterday but ordered 2 pumps specifically for the 1 gallon Bilt-Hamber products I have, produces 1 oz per pump (get your mind out of the gutter), Bilt-Hamber Karrolsol Iron and Fallout remover, Bilt-Hamber Air-Con Bomb deodorizer, Sonax Ultra Slick Detailer and Detail Factory soft brissel brush. Since I ordered that interior bomb I also ordered a new carbonized cabin air filter (usually change it out in the fall). Those pumps for the Bilt-Hamber gallons is going to make things easier as the cap is a little hard to remove and has a large mouth, so now there's no chance of making a mess

I also ordered a gallon of TWHS Hyper Foam and Inside Job as well, BIG fan of both of these products and atleast Turtle Wax is smart enough to make something in a gallon size for us "enthusiasts".

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[MisterSnoop]

Well from yesterday but ordered 2 pumps specifically for the 1 gallon Bilt-Hamber products I have, produces 1 oz per pump (get your mind out of the gutter), Bilt-Hamber Karrolsol Iron and Fallout remover, Bilt-Hamber Air-Con Bomb deodorizer, Sonax Ultra Slick Detailer and Detail Factory soft brissel brush. Since I ordered that interior bomb I also ordered a new carbonized cabin air filter (usually change it out in the fall). Those pumps for the Bilt-Hamber gallons is going to make things easier as the cap is a little hard to remove and has a large mouth, so now there's no chance of making a mess

Those 5L jugs aren't the easiest. It would be nice if there was a pour spout like what Griot's sells for 1 gallon jugs. I transferred some into a smaller bottle to dispense out. Could probably put some in a bettix bottle for easier dispensing.

 

[Klasse Act]

Those 5L jugs aren't the easiest. It would be nice if there was a pour spout like what Griot's sells for 1 gallon jugs. I transferred some into a smaller bottle to dispense out. Could probably put some in a bettix bottle for easier dispensing.

I did just that, old AMMO bottles which look really cool and just placed some masking tape on there with what's inside

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[UncleDavy]

It was too cold for the garden hose so the Worx Hydroshot was a great substitute. Then I finished it with Griots Rinseless wash. The work car is just a rental but it’s my rental and it’s going to be clean.

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