gordonpc Posted August 1, 2015 Report Share Posted August 1, 2015 I purchased a new 2015 Ram 3500 4x4 dually in May. After parking it outside for the past two months, it's filthy and badly in need of a wash. It doesn't help that it's black. I'm wondering where people go to wash their dually. Most car washes appear too small to handle a dually. Phil and Jan Gordon 2016 DRV Mobile Suites 38 RSB3 2015 RAM 3500 Long Horn DRW / Crew Cab / Long Bed / 6.7 Cummins Diesel / 4x4 / AISIN / 4.1 B&W 3600 Companion hitch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skp51443 Posted August 1, 2015 Report Share Posted August 1, 2015 A manual car wash , one with a spray wand was our first choice. First rule of computer consulting: Sell a customer a Linux computer and you'll eat for a day. Sell a customer a Windows computer and you'll eat for a lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockintom Posted August 1, 2015 Report Share Posted August 1, 2015 I always wash mine in the RV park, by hand. What a job. Most decent park will allow wash, for a small water usage fee and request you use a water control on the hose. A few won't allow it. I had on park that wanted $25. in Southern CA. I told them I didn't want them wash it.....rockin' On edit: I use soft water and do a section at a time, drying with a fake chamois (forgot the name) from Wal Mart as I go. If you do the wheel wheels too, it's good 3 hour job. '12 Excel Limitied 33ft GKE Full Timing '14 Chev 3500 CC DRW D/A named Bullet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyates007 Posted August 1, 2015 Report Share Posted August 1, 2015 Especially with black make sure to use lots of water and a clean rag or sponge. The 2 bucket methods is best where you use one for wash water and then rinse in another bucket before dipping in wash water again. Black can be beautiful or not depending on how careful you are. I second the by hand wash job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gg923 Posted August 1, 2015 Report Share Posted August 1, 2015 I do as rockintom mentioned above although I have found many that do not allow it - at least in the areas we have traveled to. I usually look at the rules and if they don't specifically restrict it I go for it. I recently stayed at the SKP park in Chimacum WA and was pleasantly surprised that they actually have a specific car wash station with a concrete pad etc (nice change of pace). I also try to take advantage of the rain if it is not too cold. Gene & Lisa (and Abby) 2014 Chevy 3500 D/A 4x4 Dually 2015 DRV Mobile Suites 38PS3 Trailersaver TS3 2012 Toyota Prius Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockintom Posted August 1, 2015 Report Share Posted August 1, 2015 Gene........that's too weird......we're there right now and I washed the car and truck yesterday at that car wash. We had to deal with the heat (89*F) but with the tall trees on either side of the wash spot give shade with the exception of mid day. Nice, like you said. They'll let you wash the 5th wheel on the site, with a hose water control. '12 Excel Limitied 33ft GKE Full Timing '14 Chev 3500 CC DRW D/A named Bullet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobsallyh Posted August 1, 2015 Report Share Posted August 1, 2015 In Yuma, AZ. there is a "NoTouch" automatic wash that a dually will go thru. You know the one with lights "GO", "Stop" etc. But it only cleans an already "clean" truck. Won't cut road film etc. So at the park, I can wash it but the water spots. So I wash it at the park and then run it thru the NoTouch with spotfree water and rinse. Works out well. Of course I don't wash it unless it is dirty. I'm just not a washer and polisher. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
remoandiris Posted August 1, 2015 Report Share Posted August 1, 2015 At home, I use the 2-bucket method over a period of 4 days to wash/wax/detail the truck. On the road I have used manual car washes. Today I will use an automatic car wash that fits duallies. Next time I'm on a long trip, I will make sure to remember my buckets and wash equipment. Will use the same stuff on the coach. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sniper Posted August 1, 2015 Report Share Posted August 1, 2015 I am fortunate that even in our small community there is a touchless wash that will accommodate "Dually's". In fact the sign even says "Dually's Welcome". The thing I like most about it is that it has an under carrage sprayer. It still don't get the truck as clean as doing it by hand though. Safe travels. Sniper & Sweet P Escapees 124743 H.O.C. 1371 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobi and Dick McKee Posted August 1, 2015 Report Share Posted August 1, 2015 If you are ever on the Left Coast the Jackson Rancheria actually has a drive thru wash that washes your dually and 5th wheel. It is the biggest darn thing I have ever seen. I think it was $32 to was the truck and 5th wheel with two guys out side to dry it when we pulled out.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjhunter01 Posted August 2, 2015 Report Share Posted August 2, 2015 We usually wash the truck at our camp site if allowed, it's quicker, cheaper, and greener than driving to a car wash. If it's really dirty, we will use soap otherwise just rinse it down and dry off, 15 minutes max, it don't have to be perfectly clean. I have the pocket hose hooked up in the water compartment, so it's easy access and always ready to go. The best option is to just wipe it down after a rain or heavy dew. I try to do a good hand wax job every couple of months also. Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBH Posted August 3, 2015 Report Share Posted August 3, 2015 Another option is the truck washes at many truck stops. They are pricey at about $75 for both truck and trailer, or about $35 for truck alone but it is a hand wash with long brushes. Rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Don Posted August 3, 2015 Report Share Posted August 3, 2015 Yes I do the wash on wash off thing I'M sore today But the 2012 black Dodge sure looks pretty. Cowboy limo! 2012 Nuwa Champgne 38CKRD 2012 Dodge Laramie 3500 Full timing since 11/20/2012 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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