Log #9 - Wheel Decontamination, Pre-Wash and Exterior Detailing

First Use of the New Cleaning Equipment

July 14, 2026

Pre-wash foam on the rear panel.
Pre-wash foam on the front panel.
Contact wash with a microfiber mitt.
Rear view after drying.
LC9Z paint and pearl effect.
Front view after detailing.

Pre-Wash and Foam Application

A Polham pressure foam sprayer was used with Valet Pro Snow Foam Combo 2. The pre-wash was intended to loosen surface dirt before contact washing and reduce the risk of dragging grit across the paint.

Iron Fallout Removal and Dilution

Divortex Redstorm iron remover and Valet Pro Classic APC were included in the cleaning process. The APC mixture was prepared at 120 ml product to 4 litres of water, approximately a 3% dilution. The product was left to work for around 3–4 minutes and was not allowed to dry on the surface.

Contact Wash and Drying

After the pre-wash and rinse, the vehicle was washed using the two-bucket method and a Spark wash mitt. Drying was completed with a Magicdose 50 × 70 cm drying towel.

Glass, Headlights and Tyres

Michelin MC31395 glass cleaner was used on the windows and polycarbonate headlight lenses. Selsil tyre dressing was applied in two coats for a more even finish.

Conclusion

The session established a more controlled home-washing routine and tested the newly acquired equipment. Product dwell time, dilution and thorough rinsing were kept in mind throughout the process.