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Anybody using cryptopay on their self serve vacs?

I currenly do not have reclaim or RO in my site. I don't know anything about reclaim. What steps are involved to install reclaim? Would the investment save me a lot in water? Are talking 5-10 gallons a car?

Hi, I'm considering adding a tire shiner in my tunnel. I like the bristle brush applicators from Sonny's and McNeil. However, I'm wondering which way to go? What are the pro's and con's are about using hydraulic or electric? Also, it looks like the Sonny's unit can be ordered in 8 or 9 feet...

So I'm considering not bucking the trend and going with a membership wash. However, I do not have the $$$ now to invest in paid gates. My layout: 120 foot Conveyor, 2 sets of wraparounds, top brush, mitter curtain, low rocker brush, 1 set of high pressure pivot blasters, underbody flush...

Hi, Just curious what tip size you are using for your presoak arch. I just purchased a new presoak manifold and the nozzles had 65.10 purple tip in them. I use a clear presoak product that is a High PH. My low PH foamer is 5 feet after using a lava arch. I have 12 nozzle on this arch. I have...

All, Any operators currently using the Belanger QuickFire Wraparounds? How are they in cleaning fronts and backs? Planning on adding second set of wraps with current skunk stripper wraparound from Hanna. Thanks!

For those who operate in below freezing weather, do you increase tip size for your chemicals when the thermometer drops? Not getting the flow on foamers I once had before turning on hot water and lower outside temps. I recall chemical guy telling me elevate barrels off ground and increase...

All, I have a 24 function relay terminal from ICS. I've pretty much maxed out on all the relays to operate more equipment. I guess 13 years ago I had more than enough but know with all the new items: lights, arches, and etc. It's pretty much full. Contacted ICS for an additional 24 terminal...

Only posting because I couldn't stop laughing! I hope he is alright! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GpDbnWh_-aQ

I have been using this drying technique for over a couple months now. I really recommend it to all conveyor washes. I'm thinking on moving another existing producer next the flash producer and connect them with one nozzle. Is anyone out there doing this? Also, Cars coming out very dry with...

Hi, I need your help. In my tunnel I would like to put up signs in a couple single side wind master frames on the driver side. Particularly in areas where customers can see them. Sometimes a lot of soap hinders them to see in certain spots but I'll find spots that work. I have the standard...

I have had Rain-X as a top package service for about 8 years. I also sell it Ala Carte on occasion. I have tried to promote it through visual aids, signage on drums before entrance, poster size info on walls, banners and etc. It's just not working out increasing brand awareness. Most customers...

For those in the salt belt and apply rust inhibitor, what are your thoughts about including rust inhibitor along with underbody flush? I wash thinking adding this service. Selling them on the idea of a salt free diet!

I have an arch that has a foamer connected to a tube with 3 K nozzles to apply my Rain-X. Anybody having better success for the WoW factor using something else?

so this customer pulls in, advised to put car in neutral, feet off pedals,and hands off steering. Does he comply? Big fat NO! Finally get him to cooperate and sent him through. somewhere in the tunnel the Rollers go under his tire. Customer behind him bumps his car. Trailer hitch on his car...

Hello, What is considered best carwash business practices when it comes to conveyor speed? I ask because winter is almost upon us and would like to max out conveyor speed without sacrificing quality. I'm currently at 110 CPH and the backs of the SUV's with visors at the roof line block the...

To my Cold States operators, when do you turn on your hot water tanks for your washes? My mornings are cold 20's and 30's and the tunnel heaters are operating but I haven't turned on the hot water. What is your rule of thumb? Thanks in Advance!

All, Out of curiosity how many operators utilize flash drying in their location. I have an arch I would like move after my final rinse arch. How far should it be and does it require a different producer/blower unit? Thanks!

This Summer I attended the Midwest Carwash Association show in Battle Creek. It seems that all the chemical companies are marketing their Chemical Dispensing Units. I.E. Zep's Assure, Sonny's Chemical concierge and Synergy Solutions System. I like the idea of having a booster pump to make up...

All, How many operators utilize some sort of vacuum security lock. I'm constantly cleaning up after folks who look for the loose change and valuables. I once put locks on but they bent the door to get inside. Yes I clean them everyday but it still happens! What are your thought? Thanks in...