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08-23-2010, 12:02 AM | #1 |
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New to this forum. Looking for car wash advice.
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Just took delivery of a Jerez Black M3 Convertible 2 weeks ago. I'd like to wash my car this weekend as I have a few days off. I lived in Manhattan for the last 7 years and didn't have a car so it's nice to be back in the driving scene. I don't plan on waxing my car. I will get it professionally detailed whenever I feel it is necessary. I had an E36 and I used Zymol shampoo but I really don't remember what other products I used. I was hoping someone could recommend a car washing kit that will include everything I need (shampoo, conditioner, mitt, cleaning towel, tire shine, wheel cleaner, etc.). I'm guessing that might be too much to hope for so if you could just give me some suggestions on which products to use I'd really appreciate it. Is Zymol still highly regarded? Is there anything I should look out for when getting a mitt? Are microfiber towels the best way to dry the car? Is there any reason not to use rain-x or is there a better product? Thanks a lot. |
08-23-2010, 02:32 PM | #2 |
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Here's a recent thread that has great info by some pros (not me) on the forum here. Good luck.
http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=388592
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Thanks. That definitely helped me out.
Still not sure which shampoo to go with. Also, for drying the car are MF towels all that I need (can I use those to dry the paint + wheels + windows?)? And would you recommend Rain-X? Quote:
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08-23-2010, 06:37 PM | #4 |
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Get something that is PH neutral, I usually use Pinnacle Bodywork Shampoo. As far as washing Mitts go I have a bunch of them but usually end up using my Yeti's Fist for the paint and a cheap old mitt for the wheels. (I use two buckets one with soap and the other a rinse bucket with a grit guard) To take most of the water off the paint I usually take the hose nozzle off and run water all over the car starting on the roof which collects most of the water left behind, then I take a leaf blower (or compressed air if you have a compressor) and blow out it off, then take some micro fiber towels and BLOT the remaining wet areas. I also have a set of towels that only touch paint and only wheels so I never cross contaminate. If you have a couple of days I'd throw a few coats of wax down, Pinnacle Souverän should look pretty amazing on JB. Id also invest in a foam gun or cannon
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Thanks. Really appreciate the info. Any thoughts on Rain-X? Basically just want to make sure there are no downsides to using it.
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There's another similar product I heard mentioned on this forum recently (can't recall the name...Aquapel I think) but I researched it and see no reason to try anything other than the tried and true Rain-X I've been using for 15+ years. It will leave a smeary look to your window after application no matter how well you remove it but not to worry...the first time the window gets wet it'll be totally gone.
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Thanks for the help, everyone.
Two more questions. What's the best way to quickly clean a small part of the paint? For example, I washed my car yesterday and then less than 2 hours later I noticed that a bird had pooped on the car. Are there wet-wipes that someone can suggest to quickly clean small areas like that? Second question is about the hood. My car has less than 250 miles and I've only washed it once. Today I noticed some very light scratches on and around the hood scoop. I don't understand how that is possible. I try to keep a distance from the cars on front of me. Is there any chance the dealership did this when they first washed it? The scratches seem very light and superficial. They can only be seen if the sun is directly hitting that area of the car. Anything I can do about them other than getting the car professionally detailed? Thanks! |
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About your minor scratches on the hood...also somewhat of an inevitability, especially if the dealer prepped your car. I have a laminated "no wash" sign that goes in my windshield when I go to the dealer. No big deal really...you either need to accept it, polish them out yourself, or have someone else do it. And then learn proper washing techniques to prevent future damage. But most clearcoat scratches on cars occur during the washing/drying process so you should learn to accept them to some degree, especially if your car is a daily driver. Hope that helps!
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