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Snake Oil: No-Touch SiO2 Ceramic Foam Sealant

Snake Oil dramatically reduces drying time while also enhancing the gloss and shine. With a pH between 4-5pH, it is safe to use on all surfaces and coatings including polished aluminum. Snake Oil provides four season protection against UV rays and harmful road salts for up to 6 months. This is a significant improvement from prior testing indicating 60-90 days.

Snake Oil makes future washing a breeze as it does not allow dirt or road film to bond onto the surface. It’s a great addition to go along with the best touch free wash in the industry, our Chem-X Stars and Stripes.

DIRECTIONS / TIPS / DILUTIONS

Directions

1. Pre-Wash First

  • Start with a clean surface for best results. Use Chem-X Old Glory, Stars + Stripes, or another pre-wash to remove dirt, film, and grime.
  • Rinse thoroughly before applying Snake Oil

2. Mix Snake Oil in Chrome Cannon

  • In your Chrome Cannon bottle, mix 4 parts water to 1 part Snake Oil.
  • Shake gently to combine

3. Foam the Vehicle

  • Apply foam evenly from top to bottom, covering paint, plastic, chrome, glass, and wheels.
  • Avoid letting it dry on the surface.

4. Dwell Time

  • Allow to dwell for 30–60 seconds to bond and activate.
  • No scrubbing or agitation needed.

5. Rinse Off Thoroughly

  • Rinse bottom to top, then top to bottom with high pressure.
  • Ensure all product is remove

6. Dry

  • Blow dry or towel dry to reveal a slick, hydrophobic, high-gloss finish

1. Pre-Wash the Vehicle

  • For best results, start with a clean surface. Use a pre-wash like Stars + Stripes to remove film, salt, and grime.
  • Rinse thoroughly before applying Snake Oil.

2. Mix Snake Oil for Sprayer Use

  • Dilute Snake Oil at a ratio of 50:1 (water to product).
  • For example, mix 25 oz of water with 0.5 oz of Snake Oil in a 32 oz pump sprayer bottle.

3. Spray Evenly

  • Mist the diluted solution evenly across the surface, covering paint, plastic, chrome, glass, and wheels.
  • Work in the shade and avoid applying to a hot surface.

4. Dwell Time

  • Allow to sit for 30–60 seconds. Do not allow it to dry.

5. Rinse Thoroughly

  • Use high pressure to rinse off bottom to top, then top to bottom.
  • Make sure all residue is removed.

6. Dry

  • Blow dry or towel dry to finish. The surface will be slick, shiny, and hydrophobic.

1. Pre-Wash the Vehicle

  • Start with a clean surface. Use Chem-X Old Glory, Stars + Stripes, or another pre-wash to remove grime and road film.
  • Rinse thoroughly before applying Snake Oil.

2. Prepare Your Soap Tank or Pickup Tube

  • Add Snake Oil to your detergent tank or place the pickup tube directly into a container of undiluted Snake Oil.
  • Your injector or soap setting should achieve a final PIR of 50:1.

3. Apply Using a Soap Nozzle

  • Switch to your low-pressure soap nozzle and spray a light, even coat over the entire vehicle: paint, glass, wheels, chrome, and plastic.
  • Do not allow product to dry on the surface.

4. Dwell Time

  • Let Snake Oil dwell for 30–60 seconds to activate its hydrophobic and ceramic properties.

5. Rinse Completely

  • Switch to your high-pressure rinse nozzle.
  • Rinse thoroughly from bottom to top, then top to bottom to ensure full coverage and removal.

6. Dry

Blow dry or towel dry for a slick, glossy, water-repellent finish.

Tips / Tricks

  • Apply to a wet surface — Snake Oil activates best when used immediately after rinsing.
  • Do not let it dry on the surface; always rinse off within 60 seconds.
  • Apply in shade or on cool panels to avoid premature drying.
Dilutions

Foam Cannons: 4 parts water : 1 part Snake Oil

Pump Sprayers: 100 parts water : 1 part Snake Oil

Power Washers: Run at 100:1