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Chemical Guys DIRTTRAP02 Cyclone Dirt Trap Car Wash Bucket Insert Car Wash Filter Removes Dirt and Debris While You Wash (Red) 12" Diameter Great For Washing Cars, Trucks, SUVs, RVs & More

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Brand Chemical Guys
Color Red
Item Weight 0.18 Kilograms
Product Dimensions 12.7"L x 11"W x 1.8"H
Capacity 5 Gallons
Shape Round
With Lid No

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  • PROTECT YOUR VEHICLE'S FINISH - The Cyclone Dirt Trap is a car wash filter that uses nearly 300 cyclonic funnels to trap dirty wash water under the filter and keep abrasive particles off your mitt for the perfect scratch-free wash.
  • TRAP THE DIRT THAT SCRATCHES YOUR PAINT - The textured underside and small holes of the Dirt Trap screen act as a one-way valve: dirt is pushed through the cyclone funnels and is trapped underneath the guard where it cannot flow back into the clean water.
  • RIDGED DESIGN DELIVERS THE ULTIMATE CLEAN - Made with durable materials, this Dirt Trap is built to last and can be easily cleaned and reused, making it a cost-effective solution for car care.
  • ESSENTIAL DETAILING TOOL - Chemical Guys' Dirt Trap is a must-have for car enthusiasts, effectively trapping dirt and grit to prevent scratching during the wash process.
  • THE GO TO BRAND IN CAR CARE - Car lovers choose Chemical Guys, not only for the finest car care products, but the world class customer support and vast detailing knowledge Chemical Guys is more than a brand it's a lifestyle with a worldwide following
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Uni-Directional Filtration Technology

Dirt Trap Cyclones funnel and separate dirt away from wash water. The Dirt Trap car wash guard uses nearly 300 cyclone funnels to separate abrasive dirt and debris from car wash water. Keeping the dirt already washed away from the car reduces the chances of installing swirls and scratches caused by scrubbing with abrasive dirt. Traditional car wash strainers use large open screens and vertical fins in an attempt to hold dirt at the bottom of a wash bucket. However, the mere act of dunking the dirty wash mitt in and out of the bucket pushes and pulls any dirt and debris straight up through the screen and back into the clean water. This traps the dirt already washed off the car in the mitt, and causes abrasive scratching action on the next cleaning pass. The small funnels of the Dirt Trap create cyclonic flow down through the tiny tip of each funnel, spinning heavier dirt particles out of the water through intense centripetal force.

The textured underside and small holes of the screen act as a one-way valve: dirt is pushed through the funnels with cyclonic force, but it gets trapped underneath the guard and cannot easily flow back up into the water when the wash mitt is withdrawn. Use the Dirt Trap in each wash and rinse bucket to minimize the chances of scratching and swirling paintwork during any car wash or full detail.

  • Protect your vehicle's delicate finish
  • Keep your water clean as you wash
  • Capture spent dirt at the bottom of your bucket
  • Keep removed dirt from getting back on your car
  • Reduce chances of marring paintwork when washing

Cyclone Dirt Trap Car Wash Bucket Insert

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Advanced Geometric Filtering System

297 geometrically-positioned dirt trap cyclones deliver optimal filtration. Maximizing dirt capture and water flow in a wash bucket takes a great deal of engineering. Place too many holes, and the cones become too small to let any dirt particles through. Install too few cones, and the holes end up being big enough to allow particles to flow back up into the clean wash water. The Dirt Trap’s unique Geometric Filtering System strikes the perfect balance between cone size, dirt aperture diameter, funnel pitch, and strategic placement for maximum particle capture. The Dirt Trap is the future of car wash bucket filter technology, and will save car owners from installing billions of tiny swirls and scratches with every car wash.

Uni-Directional Filtration: Keeps Dirt Trapped Under The Filter And Off Your Car

Uni-Directional Filtration keeps dirt trapped under the Dirt Trap Cyclones to reduce scratches, swirls, and paint damage caused during washing. Old world wash screens allow water and dirt to flow through vertically. Whenever a mitt is dunked into the bucket, the downward force pushes water and dirt down past the screen, but it also pushes any settled dirt back up straight into the cleaner water of the bucket. The textured underside and small holes of the Dirt Trap screen act as a one-way valve: dirt is pushed through the cyclone funnels and is trapped underneath the guard where it cannot flow back into the clean water. The Uni-Directional Filtration of the Dirt Trap keeps dirt away from cleaner wash water and off the wash mitt to drastically reduce the chances of installing swirls and scratches on any vehicle during a wash.

Enhanced Scrubbing Action Keeps Wash Mitts Clean

Every Dirt Trap bucket insert is molded with Cyclone Scrub Ridge rings around every dirt cyclone funnel. Rub the wash mitt directly on the Dirt Trap to scrub and agitate any embedded dirt and grime from the wash fibers, then funnel and trap it directly underneath the insert. The Cyclone Scrub Ridges are designed with the perfect grip and height to work with any chenille, microfiber, or natural lambswool car wash mitt, natural car wash sea sponge, or boars hair wash brush. The ridges are gentle on natural and manmade fibers, and will not tear apart or destroy any car wash mitt, sponge, or brush. Knock dirt, dust, grease, and grime off the car wash mitt with the scrubbing ridge, then funnel it directly down underneath the bucket insert to trap it away from the cleaner water in the bucket.

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The Cyclone Dirt Trap's unique construction features a series of cyclone funnels that create a swirling effect, guiding dirt particles away from your wash mitt or sponge. This ensures that your vehicle's delicate paintwork remains safe from swirl marks and scratches. Its superior performance guarantees a clean and safe wash every time.

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    capacity
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    material
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    4.6 out of 5 stars
    4.6 out of 5
    12,765 global ratings

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    Customers like the quality, performance, and dirt removal of the bucket insert. For example, they mention it's sturdy, works well, and gets the job done. That said, some complain about the fit.

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    286 customers mention220 positive66 negative

    Customers like the quality of the dirt trap. They say it's well-made, sturdy, and will last a long time. Customers also say it offers a practical and effective solution for car wash buckets.

    "...They are made very sturdy, wheels are not perfect, but they are a fraction of the price for the bucket dollies." Read more

    "...Guys DIRTTRAP02 Cyclone Dirt Trap Car Wash Bucket Insert offers a practical and effective solution for preventing dirt and debris from marring the..." Read more

    "well made, nice material, excellent customer service." Read more

    "...I can probably even repair it with some plastic welding but it came partially damaged." Read more

    229 customers mention209 positive20 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the performance of the dirt trap. They mention that it works well, gets the job done, and is usable. Some say that the dirttrap is bigger than expected, but it still works well in a 5 gallon bucket. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

    "I bought two of these wash bucket inserts and they work great...." Read more

    "I high recommend this product! It gets the job done and does what its intended." Read more

    "...They stay submerged in the bucket and work AMAZINGLY well to keep the dirt out of your cloth or mitt...." Read more

    "...Harbor Frieght makes a good grit guard for less money and it works well, but it sits higher, so another gallon is needed...." Read more

    198 customers mention175 positive23 negative

    Customers like the dirt removal of the Cyclone Dirt Trap. They mention that it keeps the dirt down, in the bucket, and out of the wash water. They also say it cleans up their wash mitts nicely, and is very efficient at trapping dirt at the bottom of a wash bucket. Customers also mention that the size is perfect for washing cars and that the performance in removing dirt and debris is commendable.

    "I like how it keeps the dirt on the bottom of the bucket." Read more

    "...While the Cyclone Dirt Trap's performance in removing dirt and debris is commendable, I did notice that larger particles or heavier contaminants..." Read more

    "Love these things! They are the best dirt traps out there...." Read more

    "Does a great job at keeping the dirt at the bottom of your wash bucket!" Read more

    347 customers mention92 positive255 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the fit of the bucket insert. They mention that the dimensions are not an exact fit, it will not fit into a standard bucket, and that it's too large in diameter. Some say that the filter is not snugly fit and that the product is not placed exactly square on the piece of tile.

    "...Filter doesn't fit normal 5 gal bucket. Try the 5 gal Home Depot transparent mixing bucket from the paint department for $6...." Read more

    "Barely fit my 5 gallon bucket, if it was maybe like 0.5mm smaller would’ve been perfect. But it does the job regardless." Read more

    "...Here's the scoop.... They fit perfectly in standard 5 gallon buckets that were produced several years back - I have several buckets that are 10..." Read more

    "...Maybe our van wasn't that dirty?Be aware this item does NOT fit well in a standard 5 gallon bucket like you might get from Home Depot...." Read more

    Sits low in a 5 gallon bucket, so if you're using distilled water you won't need as much.
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    Sits low in a 5 gallon bucket, so if you're using distilled water you won't need as much.
    After repeatedly having to buff out water spots on my car due to rapid evaporation after car washes on hot days, I now do rinseless car washes using distilled water. If you want a dirt trap/dirt guard/grit guard at the bottom of your bucket, you've got to get a fair amount of water above the guard. This Chemical Guys guard is low profile, so I use a little less water than I would with other guards. (Distilled water isn't free, but it also isn't expensive and I use about 2 to 3 gallons.)Harbor Frieght makes a good grit guard for less money and it works well, but it sits higher, so another gallon is needed. If you wash with tap water, that one works fine. The Chemical Guys and Harbor Freight models are both designed so that once dirt reaches the bottom of the bucket, it's less likely to get stirred up than when using the generic guard.In the picture, on the left side is the Chemical Guys guard (black), a Harbor Freight guard (orange), and another generic guard (also black) that's available at any auto parts store, along with a 3.5 gallon and 5 gallon bucket. The bottom circumference in both buckets is the same, and the Harbor Freight guard is a tight fit, the Chemical Guys is a perfect fit, and the generic black one is loose.
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    After reading the other reviews, consider the complaints of others. Filter doesn't fit normal 5 gal bucket. Try the 5 gal Home Depot transparent mixing bucket from the paint department for $6. The filter disk is not supposed to sit on the bottom unless you wish to limit the dirt to the bottom 2 inches of the bucket. It fits perfectly in the bucket I ref. I found a pro tip to use a zip tie to aid in removal. I used the 2 short center opposing holes, as it's easy to pull from there. When I used the dirt traps the first time, I was amazed that the water under the trap was noticeably black dirty in the transparent bucket. In addition, the wash water bucket grid was filthy underneath, I used a wheel brush with a tiny bit of soap to clean after use. As far as the whole size, mine were fine, not sure if some batches were different, but mine are consistent. Finally, I picked up "Fasmov 3 Pcs Plant Pallet Caddy" from Amazon to put the buckets on to roll around my washing area. They are made very sturdy, wheels are not perfect, but they are a fraction of the price for the bucket dollies.
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