Question about Foam Guns and soap mixtures...

boostd92 · 01-21-2009, 11:25 AM

The wifey is going to get me a Foammaster 2 gun for V-day.

I've never used a foam gun before. I'm reading on detailedimage.com that the citrus wash & gloss has specific dilutions for certain purposes. It says one cap for washing between details, then it says two caps to strip the current wax off.

How do you know how much to put into a foam gun so you don't strip the current wax off?

brimfield101 · 01-21-2009, 11:40 AM

it should come with instructions that tells how much...we have those at my work (i detail at bmw dealership) and they came with stuff that said how to do it properly.

boostd92 · 01-21-2009, 01:14 PM

The bottle of soap or the foam gun?

eyezack87 · 01-21-2009, 01:36 PM

I don't listen to the ratios as I tend to restart the protection once a month

However, if you are looking for cheap soap, Parts America is having a close out on Eagle One Car Wash for $1.33 for 64oz (big bottle). I bought 10 of them to use in my foam cannon. For about $15 total, its nothing big if it sucks as a foamer, although I suspect I will not be disappointed

Otherwise, I find that Megs Hyperwash and Gold Class work well with the foam gun. I usually put 1cm of the soap in my tank then fill the rest up with water. After that its on full blast for the most foam. Seems to work pretty well while I had it

Greg@DetailedImage.com · 01-23-2009, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by boostd92

The wifey is going to get me a Foammaster 2 gun for V-day.

I've never used a foam gun before. I'm reading on detailedimage.com that the citrus wash & gloss has specific dilutions for certain purposes. It says one cap for washing between details, then it says two caps to strip the current wax off.

How do you know how much to put into a foam gun so you don't strip the current wax off?

The Gilmour Foamaster II is a great tool for applying suds all over your vehicle. Here is a blog post I did that should help you clarify the right mixing ratios for the Gilmour Foamaster II and the Chemical Guys Citrus Wash and Gloss. Make sure you read the context of the paragraph before looking at the chart. If you have any additional questions please let me know!

Greg @ Detailed Image

boostd92 · 01-23-2009, 11:44 AM

I don't understand that chart... what are A-E?

Greg@DetailedImage.com · 01-23-2009, 12:01 PM

On the Foamaster II there is a dial with options A through E. For example if you choose setting E it will pull 12 ounces of fluid from the reservoir for every gallon of water that passes through the hose. If you have any other questions please let me know.

Greg @ Detailed Image

01-21-2009, 11:25 AM	#1
boostd92 Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 156 My Ride: 2003 O/B 330i ZHP View My Garage	Question about Foam Guns and soap mixtures... The wifey is going to get me a Foammaster 2 gun for V-day. I've never used a foam gun before. I'm reading on detailedimage.com that the citrus wash & gloss has specific dilutions for certain purposes. It says one cap for washing between details, then it says two caps to strip the current wax off. How do you know how much to put into a foam gun so you don't strip the current wax off?

01-21-2009, 11:40 AM	#2
brimfield101 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Illinois Posts: 1,124 My Ride: 2001 bmw 325I View My Garage	it should come with instructions that tells how much...we have those at my work (i detail at bmw dealership) and they came with stuff that said how to do it properly. __________________

01-21-2009, 01:36 PM	#4
eyezack87 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: 949 SoCal Posts: 1,444 My Ride: ... View My Garage	I don't listen to the ratios as I tend to restart the protection once a month However, if you are looking for cheap soap, Parts America is having a close out on Eagle One Car Wash for $1.33 for 64oz (big bottle). I bought 10 of them to use in my foam cannon. For about $15 total, its nothing big if it sucks as a foamer, although I suspect I will not be disappointed Otherwise, I find that Megs Hyperwash and Gold Class work well with the foam gun. I usually put 1cm of the soap in my tank then fill the rest up with water. After that its on full blast for the most foam. Seems to work pretty well while I had it __________________ Need a detailer in SoCal? Shoot me a PM. I am located by Mission Viejo/Irvine

01-23-2009, 12:01 PM	#7
Greg@DetailedImage.com Sponsor Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: NY Posts: 5,534 My Ride: is clean & protected View My Garage	On the Foamaster II there is a dial with options A through E. For example if you choose setting E it will pull 12 ounces of fluid from the reservoir for every gallon of water that passes through the hose. If you have any other questions please let me know. Greg @ Detailed Image __________________ Detailing Guide - SALE Items - FREE Product Give Away - Product Reviews Ask A Pro Detailer Blog - Twitter - Facebook

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01-21-2009, 01:14 PM	#3
boostd92 Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 156 My Ride: 2003 O/B 330i ZHP View My Garage	The bottle of soap or the foam gun?

01-23-2009, 11:44 AM	#6
boostd92 Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 156 My Ride: 2003 O/B 330i ZHP View My Garage	I don't understand that chart... what are A-E?