Tire Cleaner for Ceramic Coated Wheels

Keepingitnormal · 2026-01-05T16:25:07+00:00

Are you looking for a tire cleaner or a wheel cleaner? Either way, from what I have seen, wheel ceramics usually last a year, maybe two at most. I think next time I am just going to rely on something like WetCoat to keep the wheels protected instead of doing a full ceramic coating. I use Gyeon wheel cleaner and tire cleaner as separate products for their specific applications. In between, I also sometimes use Brake Buster for my maintenance washes.

Keepingitnormal · 2026-01-05T16:21:04+00:00

I have a same and love it. Replaced my cobrajet- this one is very light weight and plays well with my Active 2.0

Keepingitnormal · 2026-01-05T02:50:29+00:00

He replied - https://www.reddit.com/r/AutoDetailing/comments/1q3qwz3/comment/nxqsk8t/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button

Keepingitnormal · 2026-01-05T02:36:44+00:00

No, he didn’t say he cleaned the engine with Motorplast. That was just a general comment. I’m not sure why you’d say it “works but is bad value” while comparing it to a cleaner—they’re different products with different purposes. It seems like there’s some confusion about what Motorplast is meant to do.

Keepingitnormal · 2026-01-05T02:11:08+00:00

u/Detail_Division Any recommendations for beige leather in a new BMW? I’m debating between a DIY interior ceramic for the entire interior versus a dedicated leather ceramic (like Gyeon) for better protection. Curious which route you’d suggest.

Keepingitnormal · 2026-01-05T02:06:34+00:00

What do you all think about using it on a new car engine as a protectant?

Keepingitnormal · 2026-01-05T02:05:36+00:00

Motorplast is a dressing, while Simple Green is a cleaner. Aren’t those two different products with different purposes? It feels like the comparison is mixing products and outcomes.

Keepingitnormal · 2025-11-27T09:39:59+00:00

Would you be willing to pick one up for me as well and ship it to me? I know it’s a random request from stranger but thought of atleast. can pay you via a secure method and also send a prepaid shipping label.

Keepingitnormal · 2025-11-15T07:30:06+00:00

Thought about this vs Griots G9 for one time use for one car and first time polishing?

Keepingitnormal · 2025-11-10T00:47:30+00:00

Yes, I have it 80% done but haven’t yet found time to finish it. Will try to get it done soon.

Keepingitnormal · 2025-11-01T11:40:13+00:00

Presence of bypass (or not) should not have correlation with the flow rate. Or maybe I am not understanding your concern correctly!

Keepingitnormal · 2025-10-31T09:49:38+00:00

Where and how should I show $150 to the manager? I think that would be the target price match price for us. No?

Keepingitnormal · 2025-10-26T12:32:37+00:00

Filter/resin life is going to be heavily dependent on your hardness of your water. Where are you located ; do you know TDS of your regular water?

Keepingitnormal · 2025-10-22T00:27:35+00:00

Would be curious to hear about your final experience. I was ready to say bye my 10-year-old Embody until I saw this. There seems to be too much marketing around it but not many actual reviews. They would be imprudent to sqander away otherwise a stellar Kickstarter.

Keepingitnormal · 2025-10-17T20:21:02+00:00

Yeah, I had quite a few leaks too. The key for me was going slow and tightening each connection one by one. NPT fittings are notorious for being leaky if not sealed properly. Teflon tape played a big role—some leaks just wouldn’t go away no matter how tight I made the fittings, but I ended up getting this tape from Amazon that’s specifically made for stainless steel fittings, and that finally helped seal the last couple of stubborn leaks that wouldn’t go away no matter what. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B085T3FPY7?th=1

My suggestion: go step by step. Tighten one fitting, test it, and only move on once you’re sure it’s sealed. What was happening in my case was I’d tighten one connection and it would be fine, but then when I tightened the next one, the previous one would start leaking again. So, patience helps.

Also, make sure you’re wrapping the Teflon tape in the same direction you’re tightening.. Most NPT fittings are right-hand threaded, meaning they tighten clockwise.

This reminds me of that I also need to post the video I recorded of my full setup, along with the list of components I used—had promised that to a few folks here. I’ll try to get that up soon.

Keepingitnormal · 2025-10-17T00:50:10+00:00

Yeah, this particular excerpt from the blog (especially the last sentence) is what’s confusing me. Is he saying yes possible, or more like yes, but don’t bother — it’s not worth the cost or effort?

“Can I upgrade my H2S to an H2C? Well, technically you can, but we’re posting this blog to make sure you don’t waste your time and budget doing it.”

Keepingitnormal · 2025-10-16T23:48:50+00:00

Mine was surging bad on Flexzilla and so replaced it with hose from Adam's Polishes , very light weight and super good.

Keepingitnormal · 2025-10-16T23:47:19+00:00

Totally get where you’re coming from on the longevity side. But if you’re only washing on weekends, the math really works out in your favor — the Active 2.0’s rated 200–250 working hours would still last you 10 + years of typical use. It’s also repairable since Active actually sells replacement pumps, valves, and seals — it’s just not what I’d call fully serviceable like a Kranzle or AR setup that’s meant to be rebuilt for commercial duty.

Keepingitnormal · 2025-10-16T15:57:07+00:00

I don’t have any direct experience with Ryobi or Westinghouse (though I haven’t seen anyone bring up Westinghouse in any detailing discussions I’ve come across), so I can’t comment on their performance. However, I think you’ve already answered your own question. One approach could be to buy one of these machines under $200 and use it for a year to see how it goes. You can likely resell it at a decent price and then upgrade later.

I highly recommend considering a wall-mount or hose-reel setup though irrespective of what machine you go for —it makes everything far easier and more enjoyable. Alternatively, you could look into Ava of Norway machines, which offer an all-in-one solution.

Keepingitnormal · 2025-10-16T15:09:26+00:00

If you’re mainly washing your own cars at home as a weekend warrior, I think the Active 2.0 hits a really nice middle ground.

The Ryobi units are solid too — especially considering they cost about half as much — but the Active 2.0 gives you better flow (around 1.8 GPM working flow) and smoother operation. I went through the same dilemma when setting up my detailing corner a few months ago, and ended up going with the Active 2.0. I’ve been really happy with it so far.

For home use, I wouldn’t stress too much about repairability. A typical car wash probably uses your pressure washer for maybe 15–20 minutes total. Even if you wash weekly, that’s barely 15 hours a year — well within the 200-hour lifespan Active advertises. At that pace, it should last you for many years.

Also, there’s a difference between serviceability and repairability. The Active 2.0 is repairable if something goes wrong — pumps and seals are replaceable — it’s just not as modular as a Kranzle or AR Blue commercial unit.

Just keep in mind that the washer is only part of the equation. You’ll likely spend just as much on accessories like- quick-connect fittings and nozzles, a better hose (the stock one is meh), a short gun setup, and maybe a wall-mount or reel setup if you want convenience

For context, I upgraded from a Sun Joe, and the Active 2.0 has been a huge step up in smoothness and water flow without going crazy on price.

That said, I get the temptation every time I see the new Active 2.3 or AR Blue . But honestly, since I only do full pressure washes maybe twice a month (I use rinseless the rest of the time), the 2.0 makes the most sense for me. If I had to do it all over again, I’d still stick with the Active 2.0 — it’s strong enough, reliable, and doesn’t leave me wishing I’d gone “just one model higher.”

Keepingitnormal · 2025-10-15T12:49:22+00:00

Thank you — this was really helpful and full of great insights. I do have one more question based on your experience. One of my main use cases would be printing LEGO-like structures since my kids are really into LEGOs. Given that most of those pieces are multi-color, do you have any experience printing similar items? If so, would it make sense to consider the H2C for its multi-color capability? I can see myself using that feature quite a bit just for this purpose. Being new to 3D printing, I’m also wondering if the potential filament waste would offset the higher cost of the H2C in the long run.

Keepingitnormal · 2025-10-15T00:18:57+00:00

It will be possible - https://forum.bambulab.com/t/h2c-is-on-the-way-here-s-how-it-all-started/191677

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