Making 1st Costco trip... What should I pick up?

[2BlackChevys]

Making my first ever trip to Costco to look at power washer from a thread here... What else should I pick up there? I'm not a cost o member but going with inlaws who go weekly... Microfibers? Chemicals? Let me know!

[Meticulous-Detail]

MF towels and terry cloth towels.

[VroomVroom]

Their MF towels are great....but not always for paint, especially if you have a soft clearcoat. But they're perfect for general purpose cleaning - dash, interior surfaces, wheels/chrome, glass, etc. Occasionally they'll have a gallon of Meg's Gold Class shampoo...or something similar. That's worth having on the shelf. Beyond that, I rarely see stuff at Costco that I'd use for detailing purposes.

[Joz132]

If you pull wheels regularly to clean, and need a jack, their 3.5 ton is awesome.

At $99, you can't beat it. Costco's return policy is one of the best, they guarantee your satisfaction on every product they sell with a full refund. So if it ever fails, you can exchange it for a new one. The only exclusions apply to electronics.

Been using mine on a regular basis for 2 years with zero issues.

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n634/joz132/Wheel%20Removal/IMG_0790-1_zps52d069f7.jpg

[CM8 6MT]

Their MF towels are great....but not always for paint, especially if you have a soft clearcoat. But they're perfect for general purpose cleaning - dash, interior surfaces, wheels/chrome, glass, etc. Occasionally they'll have a gallon of Meg's Gold Class shampoo...or something similar. That's worth having on the shelf. Beyond that, I rarely see stuff at Costco that I'd use for detailing purposes.

I agree, those towels can marr very sensitive paint systems.

Oh and dont forget the Pizza on your way out :D

[Hoytman]

If you pull wheels regularly to clean, and need a jack, their 3.5 ton is awesome.

At $99, you can't beat it. Costco's return policy is one of the best, they guarantee your satisfaction on every product they sell with a full refund. So if it ever fails, you can exchange it for a new one. The only exclusions apply to electronics.

Been using mine on a regular basis for 2 years with zero issues.

http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n634/joz132/Wheel%20Removal/IMG_0790-1_zps52d069f7.jpg


If you buy a jack, buy jack stands also. Always use jack stands after lifting a car.

I'm in no way insinuating the above poster doesn't have, or doesn't use jack stands for his personal safety. His post and photo simply reminded me to remind others that jack stands are a safe necessity. Always work clean, and more importantly, work safe. :props:

[Joz132]

If you buy a jack, buy jack stands also. Always use jack stands after lifting a car.

I'm in no way insinuating the above poster doesn't have, or doesn't use jack stands for his personal safety. His post and photo simply reminded me to remind others that jack stands are a safe necessity. Always work clean, and more importantly, work safe. :props:

You are correct - see subsequent photo (notice edge of jack stand just to the lower right of wheel):xyxthumbs:
http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n634/joz132/Wheel%20Removal/IMG_0790-1_zps52d069f7.jpg

and another
http://i1143.photobucket.com/albums/n634/joz132/Wheel%20Removal/IMG_0792_zpsf5afc7ff.jpg

[swanicyouth]

I think this Coast HP550 1000 lumen flashlight is one of the nicest lights out there, especially for the price. Costco was selling it at $50, but I think they marked it down to $19.99

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[Helltopay]

I apologize for this question being off topic, but what is the purpose for the blue tape on the wheel lug/stud?

[Joz132]

I apologize for this question being off topic, but what is the purpose for the blue tape on the wheel lug/stud?

I mark it so I can replace the wheel the very same way it was taken off.

Some ZR1's have a vibration problem at higher speeds (mine does not). The issue has been traced back to balancing issues with the carbon ceramic rotors in conjunction with the wheel.

Was told by someone at GM, it is better to be safe than sorry, so I always do it this way.

OP, sorry for the hijack.

[jhodges]

Making my first ever trip to Costco to look at power washer from a thread here... What else should I pick up there? I'm not a cost o member but going with inlaws who go weekly... Microfibers? Chemicals? Let me know!
Which power washer are you considering?

[tchoke]

I use there towels for onr garry dean style

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[Marc Hufnagel]

Which power washer are you considering?

that would be the junk one....hmm or the junkier one. Keep your receipt whichever you choose.

[runrun411]

Get those yellow MF towels that come 36 to a pack. It seems like a rite of passage for everyone who likes to detail their cars.

[Johny B]

I think this Coast HP550 1000 lumen flashlight is one of the nicest lights out there, especially for the price. Costco was selling it at $50, but I think they marked it down to $19.99

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:iagree:great deal.