[SB Cleaning]

I have been using hot for 5 years now...I don't use it on regular window cleaning it doesn't make a massive difference,  where it really shines is on f/s/g  / conservatory roofs/solar panelsand first cleans...I did a first clean the other day started off with cold but the velux windows were thick with algae and lichen cold never touched it the hot melted it away.

With SFG i just spray hypo on and then rinse off, I don’t even scrub anymore. Essentially I just softwash them, sooo much easier!

Yes i use the same method too on some jobs, it can be problematic on some jobs if there's a lot of flowers underneath or really windy it also turns the plastic yellow on some jobs.

[zesty]

I have been using hot for 5 years now...I don't use it on regular window cleaning it doesn't make a massive difference,  where it really shines is on f/s/g  / conservatory roofs/solar panelsand first cleans...I did a first clean the other day started off with cold but the velux windows were thick with algae and lichen cold never touched it the hot melted it away.

With SFG i just spray hypo on and then rinse off, I don’t even scrub anymore. Essentially I just softwash them, sooo much easier!

Yes i use the same method too on some jobs, it can be problematic on some jobs if there's a lot of flowers underneath or really windy it also turns the plastic yellow on some jobs.

Yeah that’s true.

[SB Cleaning]

I have been using hot for 5 years now...I don't use it on regular window cleaning it doesn't make a massive difference,  where it really shines is on f/s/g  / conservatory roofs/solar panelsand first cleans...I did a first clean the other day started off with cold but the velux windows were thick with algae and lichen cold never touched it the hot melted it away.

With SFG i just spray hypo on and then rinse off, I don’t even scrub anymore. Essentially I just softwash them, sooo much easier!

You must be using a hot mix of hypo to be able to not scrub? I still have to scrub , I use about100ml -200ml in my 15 litre backpack, not brave enough to go stronger  for the reasons I mentioned above.

[Splash and dash]

I have been using hot for 5 years now...I don't use it on regular window cleaning it doesn't make a massive difference,  where it really shines is on f/s/g  / conservatory roofs/solar panelsand first cleans...I did a first clean the other day started off with cold but the velux windows were thick with algae and lichen cold never touched it the hot melted it away.

With SFG i just spray hypo on and then rinse off, I don’t even scrub anymore. Essentially I just softwash them, sooo much easier!

You must be using a hot mix of hypo to be able to not scrub? I still have to scrub , I use about100ml -200ml in my 15 litre backpack, not brave enough to go stronger  for the reasons I mentioned above.

We use 5-1 mix occasionally the  plastic will go yellow but it always goes back to white within a few hours we do still give a light scrub with the pole around bracket then good rinse usually comes up like new .

[Spruce]

Yeah that’s why I use minibore spruce, the flow rate is better, especially in winter, the battery lasts longer and the hose is less wiry.

It’s looking likely I’ll be buying an E Transit Custom at some point in this tax year. That will mean going to cheap night rate EV tariff.

I could then experiment with an immersion heater as I’d have a very cheap night rate.

Ultimately, for me, a diesel heater is just an extra cost that won’t make me more money.

I absolutely agree having hot must be nice to use, but the cost puts me off big time…

As long as it isn't a hybrid.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/goivVkSLKL8

[zesty]

Yeah that’s why I use minibore spruce, the flow rate is better, especially in winter, the battery lasts longer and the hose is less wiry.

It’s looking likely I’ll be buying an E Transit Custom at some point in this tax year. That will mean going to cheap night rate EV tariff.

I could then experiment with an immersion heater as I’d have a very cheap night rate.

Ultimately, for me, a diesel heater is just an extra cost that won’t make me more money.

I absolutely agree having hot must be nice to use, but the cost puts me off big time…

As long as it isn't a hybrid.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/goivVkSLKL8

Definitely not a hybrid. Either full diesel or full electric.

By the way, that’s the old hybrid custom in the vid spruce. They were utterly useless.

The new hybrid has a 2.5l petrol engine. The same unit they use in the Ford Kuga Hybrid etc.

[zesty]

I have been using hot for 5 years now...I don't use it on regular window cleaning it doesn't make a massive difference,  where it really shines is on f/s/g  / conservatory roofs/solar panelsand first cleans...I did a first clean the other day started off with cold but the velux windows were thick with algae and lichen cold never touched it the hot melted it away.

With SFG i just spray hypo on and then rinse off, I don’t even scrub anymore. Essentially I just softwash them, sooo much easier!

You must be using a hot mix of hypo to be able to not scrub? I still have to scrub , I use about100ml -200ml in my 15 litre backpack, not brave enough to go stronger  for the reasons I mentioned above.

You need to go much stronger than that!

A powerful rinse with my siftwash machine means no scrubbing at all, it’s great. Does need a good 3-4% mix though.

[Spruce]

Yeah that’s why I use minibore spruce, the flow rate is better, especially in winter, the battery lasts longer and the hose is less wiry.

It’s looking likely I’ll be buying an E Transit Custom at some point in this tax year. That will mean going to cheap night rate EV tariff.

I could then experiment with an immersion heater as I’d have a very cheap night rate.

Ultimately, for me, a diesel heater is just an extra cost that won’t make me more money.

I absolutely agree having hot must be nice to use, but the cost puts me off big time…

As long as it isn't a hybrid.
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/goivVkSLKL8

Definitely not a hybrid. Either full diesel or full electric.

By the way, that’s the old hybrid custom in the vid spruce. They were utterly useless.

The new hybrid has a 2.5l petrol engine. The same unit they use in the Ford Kuga Hybrid etc.

Thanks. I've lost track of the twists and turns of the ev and hybrid markets.

[Scottish Cleaning Service]

There's a mini recall on the Ford Kuga Hybrids as they can catch fire. They are taking them in from June and tell you if the play up then get out of the car immediately as they can catch fire. Stay away from wet belts because they are a nightmare and VW are using Ford transits as their Transporters that why I want to stick with a Crafter.

[Spruce]

There's a mini recall on the Ford Kuga Hybrids as they can catch fire. They are taking them in from June and tell you if the play up then get out of the car immediately as they can catch fire. Stay away from wet belts because they are a nightmare and VW are using Ford transits as their Transporters that why I want to stick with a Crafter.

The Crafter will probably be next.

[zesty]

There's a mini recall on the Ford Kuga Hybrids as they can catch fire. They are taking them in from June and tell you if the play up then get out of the car immediately as they can catch fire. Stay away from wet belts because they are a nightmare and VW are using Ford transits as their Transporters that why I want to stick with a Crafter.

And that’s why I will either stick with my 2.2 chain driven transit custom. Or go full electric.

No way I’m getting a van with a wet belt.

Mate of mine spends all his time sorting out failed wet belts. They are a ridiculous design.

[Spruce]

There's a mini recall on the Ford Kuga Hybrids as they can catch fire. They are taking them in from June and tell you if the play up then get out of the car immediately as they can catch fire. Stay away from wet belts because they are a nightmare and VW are using Ford transits as their Transporters that why I want to stick with a Crafter.

And that’s why I will either stick with my 2.2 chain driven transit custom. Or go full electric.

No way I’m getting a van with a wet belt.

Mate of mine spends all his time sorting out failed wet belts. They are a ridiculous design.

Me too. I will have to make mine last. If it doesn't, then that will be the end of window cleaning for me.

[KS Cleaning]

There's a mini recall on the Ford Kuga Hybrids as they can catch fire. They are taking them in from June and tell you if the play up then get out of the car immediately as they can catch fire. Stay away from wet belts because they are a nightmare and VW are using Ford transits as their Transporters that why I want to stick with a Crafter.

And that’s why I will either stick with my 2.2 chain driven transit custom. Or go full electric.

No way I’m getting a van with a wet belt.

Mate of mine spends all his time sorting out failed wet belts. They are a ridiculous design.

I just had my wet belt replaced last week as my van is coming up for six years old. Ford wanted £1400, ended up getting it done at an independent garage for £1000.
I was about to pull the trigger on a new 2.5 hybrid Custom Sport with tailgate and twin sliding doors but think I’ll stick with what I’ve got for now as it’s only done 22k miles.

[zesty]

There's a mini recall on the Ford Kuga Hybrids as they can catch fire. They are taking them in from June and tell you if the play up then get out of the car immediately as they can catch fire. Stay away from wet belts because they are a nightmare and VW are using Ford transits as their Transporters that why I want to stick with a Crafter.

And that’s why I will either stick with my 2.2 chain driven transit custom. Or go full electric.

No way I’m getting a van with a wet belt.

Mate of mine spends all his time sorting out failed wet belts. They are a ridiculous design.

I just had my wet belt replaced last week as my van is coming up for six years old. Ford wanted £1400, ended up getting it done at an independent garage for £1000.
I was about to pull the trigger on a new 2.5 hybrid Custom Sport with tailgate and twin sliding doors but think I’ll stick with what I’ve got for now as it’s only done 22k miles.

I’d go full electric if you do jump ship, I’m not sure the hybrid will be the most reliable. Having the engine cut in at high revs whilst cold. Just doesn’t seem logical. Also it’s a cvt, rather than gearbox. I think that has a lot of potential for problems.

[Scottish Cleaning Service]

There's a mini recall on the Ford Kuga Hybrids as they can catch fire. They are taking them in from June and tell you if the play up then get out of the car immediately as they can catch fire. Stay away from wet belts because they are a nightmare and VW are using Ford transits as their Transporters that why I want to stick with a Crafter.

I'm looking at a 24 plate rather than the digital dash one. If vehicle manufacturers get overwhelmed with wet belt failures from lease vehicles then they will drop the idea. No one understands why they went with this design in the first place. There must be a good reason, I guess.

The Crafter will probably be next.

[KS Cleaning]

There's a mini recall on the Ford Kuga Hybrids as they can catch fire. They are taking them in from June and tell you if the play up then get out of the car immediately as they can catch fire. Stay away from wet belts because they are a nightmare and VW are using Ford transits as their Transporters that why I want to stick with a Crafter.

And that’s why I will either stick with my 2.2 chain driven transit custom. Or go full electric.

No way I’m getting a van with a wet belt.

Mate of mine spends all his time sorting out failed wet belts. They are a ridiculous design.

I just had my wet belt replaced last week as my van is coming up for six years old. Ford wanted £1400, ended up getting it done at an independent garage for £1000.
I was about to pull the trigger on a new 2.5 hybrid Custom Sport with tailgate and twin sliding doors but think I’ll stick with what I’ve got for now as it’s only done 22k miles.

I’d go full electric if you do jump ship, I’m not sure the hybrid will be the most reliable. Having the engine cut in at high revs whilst cold. Just doesn’t seem logical. Also it’s a cvt, rather than gearbox. I think that has a lot of potential for problems.

That’s food for thought. I don’t know too much about the hybrid mechanically to be honest. I did look at reviews and they seemed to be favourable. When I was considering the one I mentioned I thought the residuals would be very good on it as it had twin sliding doors and a tailgate, meaning it would make a great conversion project for someone after I had finished with it.