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vroomapunk · 05-18-2012, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by DangerouSS

The Mr Clean kits worked pretty well from what I've head, but I believe they have been discontinued.

I thought it worked pretty good, but it was the filter or some gel cartridge or something that I had to replace after 1 or two washes so it got expensive. used it a long time ago

DangerZL1 · 05-18-2012, 10:55 AM

That's not good, but looking at your sig block, I see you live in New Orleans and there's probably more minerals in your water than in my area.

BaldCamaroStud · 05-18-2012, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by IneedAZ

looks like parts avail at home depot

Possible, I never really looked, of course I wouldn't have known what to look for LOL... It's all good though...

Todd@Autopia · 05-18-2012, 01:25 PM

Clear Water Kit

The kit is now available @ Autopia-CarCare.com

Todd@Autopia · 05-18-2012, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by spacecowby

Hey Todd I have a question. I found this http://www.watersticks.com/sd.htm which basically looks like an inline filter. Does this resemble what you will have in stock? Also with a water filter do you have to use the filtered water for everything invloved in the carwash process? Or can you just save the filtered water for the end rinse?

I just posted what we have in stock.

For best results you could use the filtered water for every part of the process. Your car soap will lather better and rinse freer. If you are trying to conserve the life of the resin in the water softener then you could just use it for the final rinse (make sure to flood as much water off as possible).

race29 · 05-18-2012, 01:53 PM

If you're trying to avoid waterspots... I use Adams shampoo and detail spray... we had well water that is very hard and never a spot on my car... also keeps working even after rain no waterspots. AWESOME stuff

IneedAZ · 05-18-2012, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Todd@Autopia

Clear Water Kit

The kit is now available @ Autopia-CarCare.com

This will take my TDS to close to Zero? No more water spots or is this different then the more expensive system by the other brand(CR )?

IneedAZ · 05-18-2012, 02:26 PM

Forgot to ask, are there mounting brackets to mount it?

Todd@Autopia · 05-18-2012, 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by IneedAZ

This will take my TDS to close to Zero? No more water spots or is this different then the more expensive system by the other brand(CR )?

It will eliminate magnesium and calcium based spots, but you might get some very light 'sodium' based spots that wipe away easily and will not damage paint. If you dry the paint as normal (with a soft waffle weave) you will have no problems.

If you leave the paint wet and let it air dry then any sodium based spots will clean up easily and will not etch.

We also sell the CR Spotless, and while it is a more expensive option, it will leave the paint spot free.

IneedAZ · 05-18-2012, 04:41 PM

is there enough flow capability for the CR 100 to use to foam gun the car and rinse or will it only work as a rinse. Lastly for any of the systems, will it reduce the pressure coming out?

thanks,
Ben

IneedAZ · 05-18-2012, 06:02 PM

Todd, i tried to call, but u guys must be closed. Wanted to place order for the kit, plus some other stuff but noticed your local competitor auto geek has free shipping. How can i get a hold of u to place the order today?

Todd@Autopia · 05-21-2012, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by IneedAZ

is there enough flow capability for the CR 100 to use to foam gun the car and rinse or will it only work as a rinse. Lastly for any of the systems, will it reduce the pressure coming out?

thanks,
Ben

Hey Ben! If you have extremely high pressure coming out of your tap then you may notice some reduction in water pressure. I have used a foam gun with both systems no problem. My house has moderate pressure and I notice only the slightest difference with the Clear Water Kits.

Todd@Autopia · 05-21-2012, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by IneedAZ

Forgot to ask, are there mounting brackets to mount it?

Yes mounting brackets are included in the kit!

Todd@Autopia · 05-21-2012, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by IneedAZ

Todd, i tried to call, but u guys must be closed. Wanted to place order for the kit, plus some other stuff but noticed your local competitor auto geek has free shipping. How can i get a hold of u to place the order today?

I'm not sure how this played out for you. The calling center closes at 6 PM, we do take orders via the website all weekend. Let me know if you ever got this ordered or if there is anything I can specifically do to help you.

My email address is todd.helme@autopia-carcare.com.

05-18-2012, 01:53 PM	#20
race29 Robin Drives: 1983 Z28, 2010 2SSRS Camaro Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Ashburnham, MA Posts: 826 View My Garage	If you're trying to avoid waterspots... I use Adams shampoo and detail spray... we had well water that is very hard and never a spot on my car... also keeps working even after rain no waterspots. AWESOME stuff __________________ Rules!

05-18-2012, 02:26 PM	#22
IneedAZ Drives: 2017 ZL1 A10 & 2021 BMW M340i x Dr Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Tampa Posts: 5,110 View My Garage	Forgot to ask, are there mounting brackets to mount it? __________________ Sold 2012 2LT RS 12.3@112 old setup Sold 1967 Camaro Pro Street. Ran 10's mild BB on NOS. 2017 HyperBlue ZL1 A10 Born 3/17/17Delivered 4/08/17 2020 Build: Mag2650, BTR Stage2, NW103, BG, 14% lower, 90mm upper, ARH 2" Long system w/no cats, SW Legend mufflers. 807hp/762tq on 93 gas and 848hp/792tq on e47 Sold 2018 (Go Mango) Dodge Charger Daytona 392 Daily Driver Daily Driver 2021 BMW M340i Xdrive

05-18-2012, 04:41 PM	#24
IneedAZ Drives: 2017 ZL1 A10 & 2021 BMW M340i x Dr Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Tampa Posts: 5,110 View My Garage	is there enough flow capability for the CR 100 to use to foam gun the car and rinse or will it only work as a rinse. Lastly for any of the systems, will it reduce the pressure coming out? thanks, Ben __________________ Sold 2012 2LT RS 12.3@112 old setup Sold 1967 Camaro Pro Street. Ran 10's mild BB on NOS. 2017 HyperBlue ZL1 A10 Born 3/17/17Delivered 4/08/17 2020 Build: Mag2650, BTR Stage2, NW103, BG, 14% lower, 90mm upper, ARH 2" Long system w/no cats, SW Legend mufflers. 807hp/762tq on 93 gas and 848hp/792tq on e47 Sold 2018 (Go Mango) Dodge Charger Daytona 392 Daily Driver Daily Driver 2021 BMW M340i Xdrive

05-18-2012, 06:02 PM	#25
IneedAZ Drives: 2017 ZL1 A10 & 2021 BMW M340i x Dr Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Tampa Posts: 5,110 View My Garage	Todd, i tried to call, but u guys must be closed. Wanted to place order for the kit, plus some other stuff but noticed your local competitor auto geek has free shipping. How can i get a hold of u to place the order today? __________________ Sold 2012 2LT RS 12.3@112 old setup Sold 1967 Camaro Pro Street. Ran 10's mild BB on NOS. 2017 HyperBlue ZL1 A10 Born 3/17/17Delivered 4/08/17 2020 Build: Mag2650, BTR Stage2, NW103, BG, 14% lower, 90mm upper, ARH 2" Long system w/no cats, SW Legend mufflers. 807hp/762tq on 93 gas and 848hp/792tq on e47 Sold 2018 (Go Mango) Dodge Charger Daytona 392 Daily Driver Daily Driver 2021 BMW M340i Xdrive

05-18-2012, 10:55 AM	#16
DangerZL1 Drives: 2023 Black ZL1 Auto Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: FEMA Region 4 Posts: 2,935	That's not good, but looking at your sig block, I see you live in New Orleans and there's probably more minerals in your water than in my area.

05-18-2012, 01:25 PM	#18
Todd@Autopia Drives: 2010 Mazdaspeed 3 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Orlando/Stuart, FL Posts: 1,161	Clear Water Kit The kit is now available @ Autopia-CarCare.com