Chemical Guys Cyclone Dirt Trap Car Wash Bucket Insert – 12 in Black Filter Removes Dirt and Debris While You Wash, Helps Prevent Scratches, Perfect for Cars, Trucks, SUVs, RVs, and Motorcycles
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Cyclone Dirt Trap Car Wash Bucket Insert (DIRTTRAP01) is the essential upgrade for achieving a professional-level, scratch-free wash at home. Placed at the bottom of your wash bucket, this innovative insert traps dirt, grit, and debris beneath its surface, keeping your wash mitt cleaner and your vehicle’s paint safer with every pass. By isolating abrasive particles away from your tools, it helps protect against swirl marks and scratches that can dull or damage your finish.
At the heart of the Dirt Trap are hundreds of precision-engineered Cyclone Scrubbing Cones. As you rinse your mitt or brush in the bucket, these cones actively scrub and funnel dirt particles down through the grid, preventing them from floating back into the water. This smart design dramatically reduces the chances of reintroducing harmful debris onto your paintwork, ensuring a smoother, safer wash process from start to finish.
Made to fit most 12-inch diameter buckets ranging from 3.5 to 5 gallons, the Dirt Trap is compatible with the Chemical Guys Heavy Duty Detailing Bucket as well as standard wash buckets used by enthusiasts and professionals. Whether you are cleaning cars, trucks, SUVs, motorcycles, or RVs, it ensures cleaner water and a more efficient wash cycle, giving you confidence that every rinse step is working to preserve your paint’s shine and clarity.
Built from durable, heavy-duty plastic, the Dirt Trap is designed for repeated use and long-term reliability. It resists bending and breaking under pressure, making it a trusted tool for detailers who demand performance and consistency. From weekend washes in the driveway to daily use in professional detailing shops, the Dirt Trap remains a must-have accessory that enhances your car wash system and helps maintain flawless results every time.
Dirt Trap Auto Detailing Tool (DIRTTRAP01) – Innovative bucket insert traps dirt and debris at the bottom of your wash bucket, preventing grime and light debris that can scratch vehicle paint.
Cyclone Scrubbing Cones – Hundreds of cone-shaped channels scrub dirt from your wash mitt, keeping your water cleaner and reducing swirl marks on delicate finishes.
Prevents Paint Damage – Keeps abrasive particles away from mitts and brushes, lowering the risk of scratches, swirls, and paint imperfections during washing.
Fits Standard Buckets – Designed to fit most 12-inch diameter buckets, making it the perfect upgrade for any 3.5 to 5-gallon car wash bucket setup.
Safe For All Vehicles – Ideal for washing cars, trucks, SUVs, motorcycles, and RVs, ensuring safe and scratch-free cleaning across all types of vehicles.
Durable Design – Built from heavy-duty plastic for long-lasting performance, making it a reliable tool for enthusiasts, detailers, and professional car washes.
Customers say
Customers find the car wash bucket insert works well, effectively trapping dirt and debris, and consider it good value for money. The product receives positive feedback for its build quality, with customers describing it as sturdy and tough as nails, though some report it breaking in several places. Customers disagree on whether it fits standard buckets and how easy it is to remove.
11 reviews for Chemical Guys Cyclone Dirt Trap Car Wash Bucket Insert – 12 in Black Filter Removes Dirt and Debris While You Wash, Helps Prevent Scratches, Perfect for Cars, Trucks, SUVs, RVs, and Motorcycles
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james d. –
Worked better than I expected it too.
Chemical Guys DIRTTRAP02 Cyclone Dirt Trap Review I recently bought a couple of the Chemical Guys DIRTTRAP02 Cyclone Dirt Traps along with their buckets, and theyâve been a great addition to my car wash routine. The traps are designed to keep dirt and debris at the bottom of the bucket, and they do their job well. This helps prevent any grime from getting back onto my wash mitt, which is important for avoiding scratches on the paint.The design is simple but effective. It fits securely at the bottom of the bucket and does a good job of keeping the wash water cleaner for longer. After each wash, Iâve noticed how much dirt gets trapped below the insert, which gives me peace of mind knowing that Iâm taking better care of my carâs finish.One thing to note is that these inserts work best with the Chemical Guys buckets or similarly sized onesâif your bucket is smaller, it might not fit properly. That wasnât an issue for me since I picked up their buckets at the same time, but itâs worth keeping in mind.Overall, itâs a practical product for anyone who wants to step up their car washing setup without overcomplicating things.
EMB312 –
It fits older 5 gallon buckets / not newer ones.
I bought two of these wash bucket inserts and they work great. Reading several reviews, many note that it does not fit in the “standard” 5 gallon buckets you typically buy at big-box stores. 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 years old. However, many of the buckets you buy at Home Depot/Lowes/Menards/etc… today are actually smaller at the bottom than older buckets (my speculation is they save some money on material when producing the buckets to help improve the margin on the product sold). So, if you have or can find “older” 5 gallon buckets, this product fits great out of the box. If you go to Home Depot and buy a 5 gallon bucket today, it will not go all the way down to the bottom of the bucket and fits lousy (I read where several people sand/remove some of the material from the bucket insert to get it to fit – sounds like it would work but is a hassle, in my opinion). Best option, find an “older” bucket – it will work great.Also, a great tip I read from another review…. Put a plastic zip tie through the middle of the bucket insert. This will give you something to grab onto to pull it out of the bucket when you want to remove it. This is a great little trick.
GJHigginson –
great product for home car washing
Nice product fast delivery currently using it and it keeps all the dirt in the bottom of the bucket
Panda –
Effective Dirt Removal – Chemical Guys Cyclone Dirt Trap Car Wash Bucket Insert Review
The Chemical Guys DIRTTRAP02 Cyclone Dirt Trap Car Wash Bucket Insert has proven to be a valuable addition to my car washing routine. This innovative product effectively removes dirt and debris, enhancing the overall cleanliness of my vehicle.The concept behind the Cyclone Dirt Trap is simple yet ingenious. By placing the insert at the bottom of the wash bucket, it creates a barrier that prevents dirt and debris from being agitated and reintroduced onto the wash mitt or sponge. This mechanism proved to be highly effective in trapping contaminants and preventing them from spoiling the cleaning process.The 12″ diameter of the insert fits well within most standard wash buckets, making it suitable for washing cars, trucks, SUVs, RVs, and more. I found that it provided ample coverage and prevented dirt from being stirred up while I washed my vehicle.Installation and use were straightforward, and I appreciated the convenience it brought to my car washing routine. The insert stayed securely in place at the bottom of the bucket, and I noticed a visible reduction in the amount of dirt and debris accumulating in the wash water.While the Cyclone Dirt Trap’s performance in removing dirt and debris is commendable, I did notice that larger particles or heavier contaminants occasionally bypassed the insert and remained in the wash bucket. However, this was a minor issue and did not significantly affect the overall effectiveness of the product.The durable construction of the insert is evident, and it has held up well after multiple uses. It rinses off easily and can be quickly cleaned between washes.In conclusion, the Chemical Guys DIRTTRAP02 Cyclone Dirt Trap Car Wash Bucket Insert offers a practical and effective solution for preventing dirt and debris from marring the car washing process. Its innovative design and functionality have improved the cleanliness of my vehicle and simplified my car washing routine. While there is room for further refinement to capture larger particles, the Cyclone Dirt Trap’s overall performance warrants a solid four-star rating. It has become a valuable tool in my car care regimen, and I recommend it to fellow car enthusiasts seeking to elevate their car washing results.
JB Kid –
YOU CAN SEE DIRT THAT GETS TRAPPED BELOW THE DEVICE!
This thing really works. It really does trap dirt that gets squeezed out of your sponge and keeps your sponge clean. This allows you to wash the car without scratching up the finish. You can see all the dirty water below the device in your bucket.
JokerTypeR –
Works with normal buckets, and other âproblemsâ
The short of this is I purchased TWO, and consider myself very picky when it comes to my car. I ready many reviews, and opted to use them because of the Chemical Guysâ reputation. I was not let down! Read below on some of the reputed âproblemsâ and my experience with them.-I was hesitant to buy this because of reviews saying it doesnât fit standard Big Box Store buckets. It does exactly what itâs supposed to…seats/seals towards the bottom all the way around and leaves a gap underneath to bed the dirt and grime coming off your car.-I modified mine by tying metal wire off to one of the sides because of one review suggesting that if you get it properly installed in the bucket, itâs hard to get out. However, the bottom is supported by six posts, and if you push down on an edge between to out posts, the opposite side will pop up for removal…kind of like a see-saw. It is actually fairly easy to remove.-A few users said they had to clean out the holes before use due to a cheap plastic molding. This wasnât the case in either one of mine…I used it as-it-came without a problem. The thickness is also substantial…this isnât a cheap gimmick. The product is worth it.
nbray67 –
I’d searched the answers for the fitment in the good old Meg’s yellow buckets and couldn’t get clarity on the fitment as lots of reviews say they don’t fit all wash buckets.Received mine and it was unscathed, no damage, all holes punched out correctly, basically, it’s perfect and to top it off, it fits like a glove in the Meg’s buckets sitting approx 1.5” from the bottom and fits snuggly where I have to tap the bottom of the bucket to dislodge it so I doubt it’ll float upwards when filled with water/shampoo.
Vincent Henrotte –
Correspond à la description et s’intègre dans les deux seaux achetés.
Tobias P. –
Ich bin mit dem Ergebnis super zufrieden! Der komplette Schmutz bleibt auf dem Boden des Eimers und verwirbelt sich nicht im frischen Wasser!Das Material ist ebenso super und scheint super Stabil.Ich kaufe hievon definitiv noch ein weiteres!
James –
Awesome product, fit perfectly into the chemical guys bucket. Once the car has been washed and emptied the bucket, the dirt gets trapped at the bottom of the bucket underneath the grit trap, couldnât be more pleased!
Henry –
Definitely a good item to have if you are doing a 2 bucket method wash. It will trap all the dirt particles and avoid scratches when washing your vehicle.