The Top Cleaning Tools Your Truck
Do you ever wonder how some people keep their truck looking brand new, even when it has 150,000 miles on it?
It all has to do with the various cleaning products.
In this post you’ll discover how to keep your truck looking brand new with these truck detailing tools.
- Clay Bars: Clay bars help to remove any impurities from the paint. They keep your truck’s paint job looking fresh. If you own a fiberglass tonneau cover, be sure to consult with your tonneau cover manufacturer before using this product. You don’t want to damage the finish.
- Tire Brush: If you want to get all the grime and brake dust away from your tires, you need a good tire brush. Find a brush that is not too soft and not too firm. Avoid using a broom to brush your wheels. It could scratch the finish of your wheels. Use a tire brush.
- Chamois: Using a chamois is the best way to ensure your truck is entirely dry. It helps to prevent water spots on your truck. It also helps to avoid scratching your truck during the drying process.
- Buffer: If you’re really going for that detailed look, get a buffer. It can really help you get that show room finish for your truck. Be sure to follow the instructions that come with the buffer to avoid damaging your truck.
These are some great products and tools to keep your truck looking great! What type of cleaning tools do you use for your truck? Leave your comments below.
http://www.atctruckcovers.com/blog/2012/01/how-to-keep-your-truck-smelling-great/How to Keep Your Truck Smelling Great
Did you know there are some household cleaning products around your home that can help eliminate terrible smells from your truck?
If you want your truck to smell brand new again, we recommend using these household products. They’re just as good as air fresheners.
1. Vinegar – It sure may smell sour, but vinegar really does the trick in eliminating odors. Vinegar helps to neutralize cigarette smells from trucks. All you need to do is place a small bowl of vinegar in your truck cab overnight. Be sure to remove it before driving.
2. Baking Soda – This is a great carpet deodorizer. Sprinkle a little bit on the carpet of your truck cab. Let it sit overnight and vacuum it up. It’s a great way to neutralize sour smells in your truck.
3. Disinfectants – If you have any mold or mildew smells in your truck, a good disinfectant should do the trick in eliminating the smell. Be sure to make sure the disinfectant doesn’t have a strong concentration of ammonia in it. This could damage your interior.
4. Fabric Deodorizers – Those fabric deodorizers that you find in the laundry section of the grocery store can help to eliminate smells coming from the seats and any other fabric areas of your truck.
These four household cleaning items are great ways to eliminate smells in your truck. Store a few of them in your truck cap or even in your truck bed if it has a truck topper or truck bed slides.
http://www.atctruckcovers.com/blog/2012/01/how-to-protect-your-truck-from-brake-dust/How to Protect Your Truck from Brake Dust
Brake dust can sometimes be a problem for older trucks. Why? Because it damages your wheels.
Brake dust comes from the brakes of your truck. Whenever you hit the brakes, metal filing will come off from the brake pads. These filings mix with grease, oils and dirt to form brake dust. This toxic mixture can put small pits and craters into the metal of your wheels.
It also can wear away the finish of your wheels.
Do you know how to protect your truck from this?
It’s rather simple. You just have to clean your wheels regularly. However, you need to do more than just spray them with a power washer. You need to follow these steps.
- Step 1: Thoroughly spray down the wheels of your truck. Spray each tire down for a few minutes. Try to get all over the wheel.
- Step 2: Scrub down the wheels with a tire brush and a bucket of soapy water. Use a mild detergent. Be sure to take your time scrubbing each wheel.
- Step 3: Let your tires dry and then apply a coating of tire shine or tire polish.
It’s that simple. You can defend against brake dust with these three easy steps.
After you’re done washing the wheels and tires of your truck, be sure to clean the other areas such as your truck bed system as well as your fiberglass truck lid. You’ll keep your truck looking great.
http://www.atctruckcovers.com/blog/2012/01/how-to-safely-wash-your-truck/How to Safely Wash Your Truck
If you’ve just bought a new truck, you probably want to keep it looking brand new.
To keep your truck looking great, follow the tips in this blog post. You’ll learn how to protect against scratches, paint damage and other issues associated with washing your truck.
- Read Reviews – If you’re taking your truck to an automatic car wash. Read some online reviews on Yelp or CitySearch. You’ll find the best car wash this way and also discover which ones to stay away from.
- Understand Truck Care Products – Just because it says it’s for a truck doesn’t necessarily mean it’s safe. Do some research to find the best soaps and conditioners for your truck. This will ensure you don’t get any cleaning products that can damage your truck.
- Be Careful with Accessories – If you’ve purchased a truck cap or a tonneau cover, be sure to get cleaning and care tips from the truck cap manufacturer. Most of the time, you can find this information on their website.
- Ask a Professional – If you’re ever stumped on anything, ask a professional. Ask a professional detailer or even the dealership. They can tell you how to keep your truck looking great.
Following these tips will help you safely wash your truck. Be sure to do your homework before you wash your new truck for the first time. You may be surprised at what you find.
What type of cleaning products do you use on your truck? Leave your comments below.