Team Adam's Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 Just a quick backstory: Had to run to the local home improvement store this past weekend. Stopped to get gas when I was leaving, and the station had one of the drive-thru washes that so many of them have. As I filled up and was driving away, I couldn't help but notice the somewhat startling condition of the brushes in the wash bay: Of course, the first thought that crossed my mind, and I'm sure the same as all of you, was "STAY AWAY!!!" However, I have some prototype goods at home that need some testing. Because of this, I played the role of Sacrificial Lamb for the greater good, and $8, much gnashing of teeth, and about 90 seconds of tears later, here is what my paint looked like in the bright sun later that day: And the following morning: In the interest of full disclosure, my paint was not perfect before hand, but I'd say 95%+. Since the last correction, I've done 2 2-bucket washes and 3 Rinseless Washes on it. Being black, there was a light amount of wash damage that could be seen. However, the amount of damage that this single wash inflicted upon it was pretty shocking, wouldn't you agree?!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beemer Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 Way to take one for the team. Retired_CPO 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marylander Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 Masochist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gen9Rolla Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 That's true dedication. It's crazy how badly those washes inflict damage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WHTEVO Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 Wow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JHL88 Posted July 22, 2014 Share Posted July 22, 2014 You're a braver man than I am. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Adam's Posted July 22, 2014 Author Share Posted July 22, 2014 It truly surprised me how much damage came from just one wash. I don't know if those brushes were really dirty, or if the fibers were actually worn off of the backing material they are made of. Either way, they are obviously VERY hard on your paint! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMDChase Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 You are the man Nick. Nice recovery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Guz Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Well this should be a good test. Curious to see what prototype products you are working with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Adam's Posted July 23, 2014 Author Share Posted July 23, 2014 Well this should be a good test. Curious to see what prototype products you are working with. :ph34r: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris@Adams Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Yikes...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egott_91 Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 AIO product?! That's the only thing I can think of where you'd need to inflict swirl damage. I think the PCP and PFP are set and sticking around for a little while, so shouldn't be any new formulas to those. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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