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BlueBeast14GT said:
Oh ok, I don't have that machine, but I have a DA. Don't they make something like this for a DA that replaces the backing plate? I'm picturing yellow and black bristles.

I never thought about using it on the tires though. That would be great since I feel like they never get clean. No matter what, my drying towel comes back with black spots, which is why I keep a separate one for the tires.
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http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum...-darn-tire-cleaning-brush-i-ve-ever-used.html
 
So I don't know if anyone would be interested, but I built my own pad washer. It functions just like the Grit Guard Universal Pad Washer, except I don't have that tiny, dome shaped grid extension.

Full disclosure, I got the idea from a thread I stumbled across on another website, but the guy didn't provide many measurements or a thorough parts list. I had to recreate it mainly from his pictures.

The thread has a lot of views but only 27 replies, and I haven't seen the particular DIY pad washer posted anywhere else (believe me, I've looked), so it's probably not getting the attention it deserves. I feel like I should spread the word, help out the guy that came up with it and anyone who wants to recreate it.

If you guys are interested I can put together instructions. I'll have to take mine apart to take some measurements and pictures (really regretting not documenting the build as I went), and then I'll post it here. I know it's technically a DIY, not a "deal," but it sure beats spending $130 on a bunch of molded plastic. If I was going to do that, I'd get the Lego Millennium Falcon. :xyxthumbs:

And I'll of course source the original thread; this guy deserves a ton of credit.

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RBDinFL said:
http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum...-darn-tire-cleaning-brush-i-ve-ever-used.html
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Awesome! I didn't even know they had one specifically for tires. I was thinking of using the carpet brush [that I'm pretty sure exists] on the tires, but this is way better. And it's small! I was hesitant to use the alleged carpet brush since it's bigger and would be hard not to touch the wheels. Thank you!

Edit: Ok, ignore everything in red lol. I actually read instead of just looking at pictures, so now I know that is an upholstry brush. I do think the carpet brush I saw was bigger, so this is still much better. And I always know I can trust Mike. Thanks again man!
 
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Yep that brush that I showed in the first link will work too; the Cyclo is a dual 5/16-24 threaded DA Polisher and chances are your DA is a 5/16-24 thread pattern as well.

Works great!
 
Just was at a dollar store the other day and found flat microfiber cloths for two bucks each. They work great for wiping off compound and swirl remover.
 
BlueBeast14GT said:
So I don't know if anyone would be interested, but I built my own pad washer. It functions just like the Grit Guard Universal Pad Washer, except I don't have that tiny, dome shaped grid extension.

Full disclosure, I got the idea from a thread I stumbled across on another website, but the guy didn't provide many measurements or a thorough parts list. I had to recreate it mainly from his pictures.

The thread has a lot of views but only 27 replies, and I haven't seen the particular DIY pad washer posted anywhere else (believe me, I've looked), so it's probably not getting the attention it deserves. I feel like I should spread the word, help out the guy that came up with it and anyone who wants to recreate it.

If you guys are interested I can put together instructions. I'll have to take mine apart to take some measurements and pictures (really regretting not documenting the build as I went), and then I'll post it here. I know it's technically a DIY, not a "deal," but it sure beats spending $130 on a bunch of molded plastic. If I was going to do that, I'd get the Lego Millennium Falcon. :xyxthumbs:

And I'll of course source the original thread; this guy deserves a ton of credit.

:buffing:
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I'd be interested in seeing the pics and how much you spent putting together this DIY project.
 
BlueBeast14GT said:
So I don't know if anyone would be interested, but I built my own pad washer. It functions just like the Grit Guard Universal Pad Washer, except I don't have that tiny, dome shaped grid extension.

Full disclosure, I got the idea from a thread I stumbled across on another website, but the guy didn't provide many measurements or a thorough parts list. I had to recreate it mainly from his pictures.

The thread has a lot of views but only 27 replies, and I haven't seen the particular DIY pad washer posted anywhere else (believe me, I've looked), so it's probably not getting the attention it deserves. I feel like I should spread the word, help out the guy that came up with it and anyone who wants to recreate it.

If you guys are interested I can put together instructions. I'll have to take mine apart to take some measurements and pictures (really regretting not documenting the build as I went), and then I'll post it here. I know it's technically a DIY, not a "deal," but it sure beats spending $130 on a bunch of molded plastic. If I was going to do that, I'd get the Lego Millennium Falcon. :xyxthumbs:

And I'll of course source the original thread; this guy deserves a ton of credit.

:buffing:
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Add me to the list also! :dblthumb2:
 
cshamilton said:
Yep that brush that I showed in the first link will work too; the Cyclo is a dual 5/16-24 threaded DA Polisher and chances are your DA is a 5/16-24 thread pattern as well.

Works great!
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I really gotta start reading these things lol. Thanks!
 
cmanningjr said:
X2
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hernandez.art13 said:
+3 also I'd Interested in the supplies and tools necessary.
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beamerstrumpet said:
Add me to the list also! :dblthumb2:
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Docpeanut said:
I'll throw my name on the list also
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Ok clearly there is interest in this haha. I'll take it apart and put some instructions together this weekend. I think I'll post it in a new thread, then link to it here.
What would be the appropriate place to post the instructions?

Shaggy1970 said:
I'd be interested in seeing the pics and how much you spent putting together this DIY project.
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That is actually going to be the difficult part. Once I have an inventory of what I used I'll price it out, but you guys should be able to do it for less than I actually spent since you'll have exact instructions. There was some trial and error involved, so I ended up with extra stuff.
 
I was at Target last night and they have the Meg's White Wax and the Meg's Black Wax on clearance in the auto section for $4.62. It doesn't show up online that they even carry it, so it must be on the way out.
 
craigfilly said:
I was at Target last night and they have the Meg's White Wax and the Meg's Black Wax on clearance in the auto section for $4.62. It doesn't show up online that they even carry it, so it must be on the way out.
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Aw that sucks I grabbed a white for that price but I really wanted a black wax. It's still $10. It's got more polishing and less cleaning. Both are great products though
 
I'm fairly frustrated today. I recently purchased my steamer from Harbor Freight. I have tracked the price of that thing and other than the standard 20/25% off coupon, it's never been on sale. I have seen some Inside Track Club coupons, but they were not better than the 25 off. So, last week, I paid 119-25%+7% tax, $95.50...

Today, I look for the manual online to see it's max amps for an extension cord, and it's $99.99! so, it would have been $99-25%+7%, 80.25 out the door.

Yes, it's only $14.50, but that's 15% of the cost of the item. Frustrated!

But if you don't have one, this is the cheapest you'll see it. Get it.
 
cshamilton said:
I'm fairly frustrated today. I recently purchased my steamer from Harbor Freight. I have tracked the price of that thing and other than the standard 20/25% off coupon, it's never been on sale. I have seen some Inside Track Club coupons, but they were not better than the 25 off. So, last week, I paid 119-25%+7% tax, $95.50...

Today, I look for the manual online to see it's max amps for an extension cord, and it's $99.99! so, it would have been $99-25%+7%, 80.25 out the door.

Yes, it's only $14.50, but that's 15% of the cost of the item. Frustrated!

But if you don't have one, this is the cheapest you'll see it. Get it.
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Don't they have a 30 return policy? You could return it and then purchase it again. 14.50 is worth it if the store is close by.
 
pepboys (YMMV in person) has this on clearance for $18.80...
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^ My local PepBoys had these at that price last fall. I bought both that were on the shelf.
 
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