#1 Fleet Prep – Aggressive Acid Presoak & Aluminum Brightener

#1 Fleet Prep is a highly aggressive, low-pH acid presoak and aluminum brightener designed for professional two-step truck washing. Formulated with hydrofluoric acid (HF), this powerful Step 1 chemical helps remove oxidation, loosen stubborn road film, and brighten non-polished aluminum surfaces, including truck rails, tanks, trailers, and other fleet equipment.

Designed for contractors looking to reduce brushing and improve cleaning efficiency, Fleet Prep works alongside a compatible high-pH Step 2 detergent to deliver effective touchless fleet-washing results. Its aggressive brightening properties make it an economical choice for heavy-duty commercial vehicles and equipment with non-polished aluminum components.

Key Features:

• Aggressive Aluminum Brightening: Helps remove oxidation and restore a brighter appearance to non-polished aluminum surfaces.

• Heavy-Duty Cleaning Performance: Low-pH chemistry targets oxidation and road-film buildup commonly found on commercial vehicles.

• Reduced Brushing: Helps loosen stubborn contamination, minimizing the amount of physical agitation needed during the cleaning process.

• Two-Step Wash Compatible: Designed to work with high-pH alkaline detergents for a complete fleet-washing process.

• Painted Surface Compatibility: Formulated for use on suitable painted fleet surfaces when properly diluted and applied according to manufacturer instructions.

• Economical Fleet Washing: An aggressive presoak option for contractors washing large numbers of commercial vehicles.

Specifications:

• Product Name: #1 Fleet Prep

• Chemical Type: Acidic Presoak / Aluminum Brightener

• Wash Process: Step 1 of a Two-Step Wash

• pH Classification: Low pH / Acidic

• Active Acid Type: Contains Hydrofluoric Acid (HF)

• Application: Professional Fleet and Commercial Vehicle Washing

• Compatible Surfaces: Non-polished aluminum and suitable painted surfaces when used as directed

• Polished Aluminum Safe: No

• Recommended Step 2 Chemicals: #2 Dynaclean, #2 Grizzly, and other manufacturer-approved alkaline detergents

Recommended Applications:

• Commercial truck and trailer washing

• Semi-trucks and tractor-trailers

• Dump trucks and construction equipment

• Non-polished aluminum fuel tanks and rails

• Municipal and commercial vehicle fleets

• Heavy-duty two-step touchless fleet washing

Two-Step Application Process:

1. Step 1 – Acid Presoak: Apply properly diluted #1 Fleet Prep from the bottom of the vehicle upward.

2. Step 2 – Alkaline Detergent: Apply a compatible high-pH Step 2 detergent directly over the presoak, following the manufacturer's application instructions.

3. Final Rinse: Thoroughly rinse the vehicle from top to bottom with clean water.

Always follow the manufacturer's specified dilution, application, and rinsing instructions.

Important Notes:

• Contains hydrofluoric acid (HF), a highly hazardous chemical capable of causing severe injury. For properly trained professional users only.

• NOT SAFE FOR POLISHED ALUMINUM. Product may damage or alter polished aluminum finishes.

• DO NOT ALLOW PRODUCT TO DRY ON GLASS. Improper use may result in permanent etching or surface damage.

• Read and follow the current Safety Data Sheet (SDS), product label, required PPE, handling instructions, and emergency procedures before use.

• Test surface compatibility in an inconspicuous area before full application.

• Designed as Step 1 of a two-step washing system. Step 2 detergent is required and sold separately.

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