There are so many car detailing products out there that is really easy to get confused and overwhelmed. To make it worse, there are tons of Internet pundits, all talking about how some brand or product is the best and you would be crazy to consider anything else. The truth is, there are many products out there can produce great results. What I like about the Chemical Guys system is that they have a comprehensive package of products that all work together along with a great set of instructional videos to help you get started.
It had been a while since I had done any detailing on my cars, so the Arsenal Builder kit was a great way for me to get back in the game with an assortment of the most commonly used products all bundled together at a very good price. In my opinion, the results I was able to get with this system speak for themselves.
The foam canon is the heart of the kit. It hooks up to an ordinary garden hose and quickly applies a generous layer of wash foam onto your car. You need to set your expectations properly, this is not going to produce the same kind of results a pressure washer foam canon would, but the results are more than adequate for an amateur like me. Some people have commented that the quick disconnect can leak, but I have not had that problem.
The included car wash works great and smells fantastic to boot. In fact, all the cleaning chemicals included do the job they are designed to do well. I especially liked the Butter Wet Wax, which goes on quick and easy by hand and produces a great shine. Full disclosure, in addition to the products contained in this kit, I used the Chemical Guys Blacklight Glaze and V07 Quick Detailer.
Another plus is the Chemical Guys customer service. The wash bucket dirt trap included in my kit arrived damaged, but the Chemical Guys took care of me shipping out a replacement right away.
There may be better products out there, or at least products that may work better for certain applications. I found that the Chemical Guys system works well for me. I am able to get great results with a moderate amount of effort and at a fairly reasonable investment level. If you are looking to start detailing your car and are getting confused by all the options out there, I highly recommend jumping in with the Chemical Guys Arsenal Builder.
p.s.; I have no connection to Chemical Guys at all, I am just a happy customer.
Manufacturer | Chemical Guys |
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Brand | Chemical Guys |
Model | HOL126 |
Item Weight | 12.37 pounds |
Package Dimensions | 14.5 x 13.4 x 13.21 inches |
Item model number | HOL126 |
Manufacturer Part Number | HOL126 |