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09-04-2012, 12:05 PM | #23 | |
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I think most of us like our cars to be in showroom condition - that is what we mean by "washed". |
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Obviously I dry the car afterwards. I just figured that was a given. I use a few of the waffle towels. Then I clean my wheels, windows, etc. I think using a wash mitt can create all sorts of swirl marks. It isn't just caused by drying. There is generally space to perform any drying/detailing on the premises of any decent self serve wash. In my area the self serve car wash seems to be the choice of most enthusiasts. Most of the cars being washed there are by guys with their toys. I don't know about you but I don't trust the local car wash and the dudes getting paid $7/hour. They've scuffed my wheels enough times and generally are dragging a huge brush all over the paint. So yes... my car is "washed" and looks great. Thanks for the tips. |
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As for washing, I use a hose, buckets, wash it outside and pull indoors to dry and detail out of the sun. No way is someone else touching my car besides me. |
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The way you described washing your car is the exact reason cars get swirls on them. I'm sure your car looks good from a slight distance, but upon closer inspection I would be willing to bet money the paint has it's share of defects. I stick with my suggestion for the OP... Find one of those places with the pressure washer/hoses, bring your own gear, and hand wash it yourself. Just try not to go during a super busy time, or they might get on you for hand washing. Or you can spend a little extra coin and go with the waterless wash system from Chemical Guys. At the end of the day, it's your ride so do what you feel comfortable with.
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