# Self-wash carwash stations in the Amherst / UB North Campus area? **URL:** \ **Category:** NYSpeed Off Topic\ **Created:** [May 5, 2013, 9:17am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/self-wash-carwash-stations-in-the-amherst-ub-north-campus-area/230414 "2013-05-05T09:17:25Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 12\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Jbaker1121](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/jbaker1121/32/5923_2.png) [@Jbaker1121](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Jbaker1121)\ **Post date:** [May 5, 2013, 9:17am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/self-wash-carwash-stations-in-the-amherst-ub-north-campus-area/230414/1 "2013-05-05T09:17:25Z")
Hey all, I’ve actually lurked around here for a while but ended up at UB for Law School - finishing up my first year and the weather has been gorgeous. I don’t like going to auto washes because of the brushes swirling up my paint etc and sometimes just like to give it a quick rinse - plus my tires are disgusting from the winter and Delta Sonic can’t clean them well. Since I’m living at UB North I don’t have access to a hose. Anybody know of any self-wash stations around? I went to undergrad in central PA and they were all over for trucks, etc. Couldn’t find any with a quick search, so figured I would ask since I am realizing a lot of members are actually in this area (especially after attending a buffalo meet last night and realizing a few members were there - somedude and his w12 for example) thanks. ---
**Author:** ![Darksyde](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/ed655f/32.png) [@Darksyde](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Darksyde)\ **Post date:** [May 5, 2013, 9:21am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/self-wash-carwash-stations-in-the-amherst-ub-north-campus-area/230414/2 "2013-05-05T09:21:55Z")
I know there is one on NFB just before ECP. Theres a cpl in amherst headed towards transit as well I believe. ---
**Author:** ![Jon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/3bc359/32.png) [@Jon](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Jon)\ **Post date:** [May 5, 2013, 9:28am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/self-wash-carwash-stations-in-the-amherst-ub-north-campus-area/230414/3 "2013-05-05T09:28:48Z")
maple/north forest Robo Wash…not even a mile from the maple UB entrance. ---
**Author:** ![Beck](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/beck/32/28683_2.png) [@Beck](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Beck)\ **Post date:** [May 5, 2013, 9:48am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/self-wash-carwash-stations-in-the-amherst-ub-north-campus-area/230414/4 "2013-05-05T09:48:52Z")
The laser wash on Millersport (1/4 mile from UB stadium) isn’t a self wash but it does a pretty good “touchless” job. ---
**Author:** ![RedGoober4Life](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/redgoober4life/32/7610_2.png) [@RedGoober4Life](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/RedGoober4Life)\ **Post date:** [May 5, 2013, 9:49am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/self-wash-carwash-stations-in-the-amherst-ub-north-campus-area/230414/5 "2013-05-05T09:49:08Z")
The Mobil at Millersport and North Forest has Laserwash, which doesn’t use any brushes and does a surprisingly good job without damaging paint. I think they also have self-service bays. I used to go between classes. [http://www.mobilstations.com/home.php?storenum=64c32b8eb5304d80ba093227975ece13](http://www.mobilstations.com/home.php?storenum=64c32b8eb5304d80ba093227975ece13) [https://youtu.be/bdW\_X8WxsH0](https://youtu.be/bdW_X8WxsH0) ---
**Author:** ![Jbaker1121](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/jbaker1121/32/5923_2.png) [@Jbaker1121](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Jbaker1121)\ **Post date:** [May 5, 2013, 10:16am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/self-wash-carwash-stations-in-the-amherst-ub-north-campus-area/230414/6 "2013-05-05T10:16:27Z")
Thanks guys, I’ll take a look. I never really go up Millersport - Have only really “explored” NFB area and elmwood/downtown. Life of a law student. I thought the one at Maple/N Forest was a self “pet wash” since there’s the pet grooming place attached to it… LOL I guess that one is closest. I need to get that winter grime off of my tires Thanks guys. ---
**Author:** ![Beck](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/beck/32/28683_2.png) [@Beck](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Beck)\ **Post date:** [May 5, 2013, 10:40am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/self-wash-carwash-stations-in-the-amherst-ub-north-campus-area/230414/7 "2013-05-05T10:40:12Z")
Millersport runs through UB. :bloated: ---
**Author:** ![RedGoober4Life](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/redgoober4life/32/7610_2.png) [@RedGoober4Life](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/RedGoober4Life)\ **Post date:** [May 5, 2013, 10:50am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/self-wash-carwash-stations-in-the-amherst-ub-north-campus-area/230414/8 "2013-05-05T10:50:43Z")
> [@Jbaker1121](#): > > Thanks guys, I’ll take a look. > > I never really go up Millersport - Have only really “explored” NFB area and elmwood/downtown. Life of a law student. > > I thought the one at Maple/N Forest was a self “pet wash” since there’s the pet grooming place attached to it… LOL > I guess that one is closest. I need to get that winter grime off of my tires > > Thanks guys. Does the lady in the black trench coat and fake eyelashes and loads of perfume and huge rolling luggage still live in the law library? ---
**Author:** ![Onyx\_Z32](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/onyx_z32/32/7581_2.png) [@Onyx\_Z32](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Onyx_Z32)\ **Post date:** [May 5, 2013, 12:04pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/self-wash-carwash-stations-in-the-amherst-ub-north-campus-area/230414/9 "2013-05-05T12:04:13Z")
> [@RedGoober4Life](#): > > The Mobil at Millersport and North Forest Just don’t buy gas here unless you don’t mind paying 10+ cents over anywhere else! (Last I checked) ---
**Author:** ![RedGoober4Life](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/redgoober4life/32/7610_2.png) [@RedGoober4Life](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/RedGoober4Life)\ **Post date:** [May 5, 2013, 12:46pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/self-wash-carwash-stations-in-the-amherst-ub-north-campus-area/230414/10 "2013-05-05T12:46:01Z")
Yes, that’s true (they must want you to think they have some very special fuel). I think the wash price is reasonable though. There are some Laserwashes here that charge $13. If your wheels are very cruddy from winter, I’d take some wheel cleaner and a brush and give them a good scrub before entering the Laserwash. The wash will rinse away the cleaner (enter the first door slowly – the wheel and underbody jets are right after the entrace to the bay). I really like the Turtle Wax Platinum All-Wheel cleaner. [http://www.turtlewax.com/tirewheelhub/products/platinum/all-wheel-tire-cleaner-with-wax](http://www.turtlewax.com/tirewheelhub/products/platinum/all-wheel-tire-cleaner-with-wax). You’ll probably just have to give them a final wipe down with a microfiber (and maybe some spray wax or quick detailer). ---
**Author:** ![Jbaker1121](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/jbaker1121/32/5923_2.png) [@Jbaker1121](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Jbaker1121)\ **Post date:** [May 5, 2013, 1:00pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/self-wash-carwash-stations-in-the-amherst-ub-north-campus-area/230414/11 "2013-05-05T13:00:27Z")
> [@Beck](#): > > Millersport runs through UB. :bloated: I know this, I mean I don’t go “up” Millersport at all > [@RedGoober4Life](#): > > Does the lady in the black trench coat and fake eyelashes and loads of perfume and huge rolling luggage still live in the law library? I guess not. I stick to the 7th floor anyway > [@RedGoober4Life](#): > > Yes, that’s true (they must want you to think they have some very special fuel). I think the wash price is reasonable though. There are some Laserwashes here that charge $13. > > If your wheels are very cruddy from winter, I’d take some wheel cleaner and a brush and give them a good scrub before entering the Laserwash. The wash will rinse away the cleaner (enter the first door slowly – the wheel and underbody jets are right after the entrace to the bay). I really like the Turtle Wax Platinum All-Wheel cleaner. [All Wheel & Tire Cleaner | Wheel & Tire Care | Turtle Wax](http://www.turtlewax.com/tirewheelhub/products/platinum/all-wheel-tire-cleaner-with-wax). You’ll probably just have to give them a final wipe down with a microfiber (and maybe some spray wax or quick detailer). I have great stuff at home for it, but that’s at home. I went to the robo wash earlier and even with a tire cleaner and using the foaming brush the tires still have a nice brown hue to them. I guess its good enough for the next few weeks until I get home ---
**Author:** ![1sik\_bmw](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/1sik_bmw/32/7341_2.png) [@1sik\_bmw](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/1sik_bmw)\ **Post date:** [May 6, 2013, 5:46am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/self-wash-carwash-stations-in-the-amherst-ub-north-campus-area/230414/12 "2013-05-06T05:46:48Z")
> [@RedGoober4Life](#): > > Does the lady in the black trench coat and fake eyelashes and loads of perfume and huge rolling luggage still live in the law library? HAHAHA DEB C! That woman was nuts!