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In this Discussion
- 4Hud June 2011
- 7XPacemaker June 2011
- BJ__TN June 2011
- Browniepetersen June 2011
- ESSX28-1 June 2011
- faustmb June 2011
- Geoff C., N.Z. June 2011
- Huddy42 June 2011
- rambos_ride June 2011
- stev1955 June 2011
- StillOutThere June 2011
- TOM-WA- June 2011
Washing the Essex
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I use a California Duster if dust is the only problem. For something a bit water spotted I use Meguiar's Detailer in the burgundy spray bottle. By results I think it has recently been reformulated and the stuff is just fantastic. Lots of clean rags is no secret.
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I usually just hose it off, but not the windows. The gutters handle any run-off from the top. Then I sponge it over with a wash/wax mix, lightly hose off and wipe dry with old towels.If you're stuck in a hole, stop digging.
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I don't own an Essex as such, I'm into the early (1942) Hudsons.My car is always under a cover in the garage, so mostly just a wipe over with a feather duster.
When I wash any car old or newer, I always drive them around the block, then park on a slope, open the doors and give them a wriggle to get all the water out.Seems to work OK for me. -
It would seem that if I were to say "very carefully" someone might think that I am taking light of what is one of the most serious things we do with our cars. All the points above are good but I would add that using a soft cloth or a cloth that is purchased strickly for the purpose that it will not damage the surface of the paint. I also use a good quality spray on wash/wax. It helps to cover and or prevent lite scratches.Brownie
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I agree with Brownie, Use a good wash/wax product like maguires, and a shammy cloth. Do not wash wheels with the same rag that you wash the car. Do them last and be careful. Use a good lintfree shammy or other rag to dry any water or you will wind up with waterspots. When drying I like to put the rags in the middle of the top and drag it outwards then rinse and go at it again.
It's a lot of work but worth it and after you get used to it, it doesn't take any longer. Do NOT use Laundry soap or Dishwashing liquid!
Bob Hickson -
Thanks everyone. This will be the first wash since I got the car a liitle over a year ago so once I get it clean then hopefully a California duster will suffice from then on. A very gentle spray, wash and rinse, then dry off and a drive sounds like the way to go.Steve
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OK - I can certainly see not wanting to soak interior panels, electrical, other things that might get damaged that are hard to replace...but,...ummm...it's water?
Water is not going to start rust, if you have rust problems already - the amount of water from washing your vehicle a couple times a year is not going to have an adverse effect.
How old is the car? I'd say it did a pretty good job surviving "water" so far
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I haven't washed my cars in about 6 years. I use this. It does a great job with minimal work. Clearly, I would use a hose if it had heavy dirt stuck to it but how many of our cars get that way?
C.J.
http://www.griotsgarage.com/product/waterless+spray-on+car+wash+kit+special.do?search=basic&keyword=spray+on+car+wash&sortby=newArrivals&page=1
