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Old Jun 22, 2017 | 04:40 PM
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Originally Posted by kingkohlmn
There is no way just water caused that rot. More likely a combination of road grim, dirt, salt mixed with rain water, puddles and how it was stored was the cause.
That's why it is not a good idea to buy a northern car...and another reason why I left the Twin Cities area 37 years ago.
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Old Jun 22, 2017 | 05:06 PM
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Originally Posted by crawfish333
Rubbing dry paint causes a lot of hazing and micro-scratching.
LOL don't rub it dry then. You found this out how?
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Old Jun 22, 2017 | 05:45 PM
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I wash the Camaro once a week. Its my DD, i keep it waxed, clay it twice a yr. buff as needed.
The Corvettes only been washed 1 time since putting it on the road 2 yrs ago. It just needs dusting. Before I drive it I use a Detail spray or filtered water in a spray bottle and several micro towels. Black shows everything! The key to a dri wash is plenty of micro fiber towels to prevent rubbing the dirt back onto that polished paint.
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Old Jun 22, 2017 | 05:54 PM
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It's just easier and less messy with a spray polymer/wax that lifts the dirt/dust than using water. The bonus is you get your Vette shiny clean without getting it or anything else wet

​​​​​​​works for me
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