Washing Our 5th Gen 4Runner and Gravity: Fast and Furious Edition!
It's a perfect Saturday, the kind that begs for some vehicle TLC. Our 5th Gen 4Runner, still wearing a coat of dirt from our last few adventures, and Gravity, our 2023 Flagstaff E-Pro 15TB camper trailer, are both in desperate need of a wash. But I’ve got plans, so this wash session needs to be quick and efficient. Enter my trusty power washer, along with Adam’s Polishes Wheel & Tire Cleaner (Part # WTC109-01-016), Chemical Guys Citrus Wash (Part# CWS30116), and Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax (Part# G240748). In no time, these two will be sparkling, and I'll still have the afternoon free! |
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Step 1: Adam’s Polishes Wheel & Tire Cleaner – The Quick Clean-Up 🛞
First things first—let’s tackle the wheels and tires because they’re always the dirtiest (and where you should be starting anyway). I grab Adam’s Polishes Wheel & Tire Cleaner, spray it liberally on the 4Runner’s wheels and tires, and let it do its thing. No scrubbing required. The cleaner practically dissolves the brake dust and grime before my eyes. A quick blast from the power washer, and the wheels and tires look brand new, shining like they’ve never seen dirt in their lives.Gravity’s wheels and tires get the same treatment—spray, wait a minute, then power wash them down. It's so quick and satisfying, I’m tempted to clean everything with this stuff (don't do that). It’s the perfect warm-up for the rest of the wash. Plus, when you clean the wheels and tires first, you don’t have to worry about all of that grime splashing back onto a freshly cleaned surface. Pro tip: start with the wheels every time!
Step 2: Chemical Guys Citrus Wash – Maximum Suds, Minimal Time 🚀
With the wheels and tires looking fresh, it’s time to unleash the power washer on the big stuff. I pour some Chemical Guys Citrus Wash into my suds cannon and get ready for action. One pull of the trigger, and I’m showering the 4Runner with foamy goodness. It’s like a sudsy explosion—no scrubbing required. The soap does all the work, breaking up dirt, mud, and road grime as I spray. A quick wash with a hand mitt and a rinse with the power washer is all it takes from here and the crud is gone!Gravity is next, and the power washer makes short work of the dust and dirt that’s been hanging around since our last adventure. A quick blast from the foam cannon and the foam sticks long enough to loosen everything up while I give it a quick wash with a mitt. In minutes, the trailer is spotless. Using the power washer cuts my wash time in half. What would have taken forever with a bucket and sponge is done in no time, and I’m still dry (mostly).
Step 3: Meguiar’s Hybrid Ceramic Wax – The Finishing Touch ✨
Now for the final step—Meguiar’s Hybrid Ceramic Wax. This stuff is a lifesaver because all you do is spray it on and rinse it off. No rubbing, no buffing, and no extra steps (I'm too old for that stuff!). I spray down the 4Runner, let it sit for a minute, then give it a quick rinse with the power washer. The water beads off immediately, like it knows it’s not welcome here anymore. The result? A shiny, glossy finish that makes the 4Runner look like it just rolled off the lot.Gravity gets the same treatment, and I swear it’s so shiny I could signal passing planes with the reflection. It’s almost too easy. By the time I finish spraying, rinsing, and admiring my work, I’m amazed at how little effort went into making both vehicles look SO good.
The Grand Finale: Shiny Rigs in Record Time 🌟
An hour or two in, I step back and admire my handiwork. The 4Runner is gleaming, Gravity’s sparkling, and I barely broke a sweat. Using Adam’s Polishes Wheel & Tire Cleaner, Chemical Guys Citrus Wash, and Meguiar’s Hybrid Ceramic Wax made the whole process faster than I could’ve imagined. No scrubbing, no dragging out the job all afternoon—just a quick, effective clean from start to finish.If you’ve got a dirty rig and camper but not a lot of time to spare, this is the way to go. Power washing for the win, folks. Now, I’m off to enjoy the rest of my day, while my 4Runner and Gravity look like they’re ready for a showroom.