C5 Dust Magnet
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Racer
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C5 Dust Magnet
Is it just me or does the C5 seem to actively attract dust? I am starting to wonder if perhaps the fiberglass carries a static electrical charge? I love my car and want it clean but it seems like every time I go to take her out, I have to spend 15 minutes wiping her down. If anyone has any suggestions on methods to keep her dust free, I am all ears.
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Racer
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I am using a car cover in between visits to the detail guy, but I still find dust all over the car. It especially collects in places like the bottom of the tail lamp recesses etc.
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I've thought the same thing. More so this time of year with all the pollen! 
I hit mine with a California Duster before I head out, and usually when I get home too.
I hit mine with a California Duster before I head out, and usually when I get home too.
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I just removed the tail lights and found plenty of dirt at the bottom of the openings. There are taillight extensions. Also a forum vendor is offering a seal to put between the lens and and the hole.
Inside of house gets dusty all closed up.
Inside of house gets dusty all closed up.
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same here
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I could be possible. But the most probable is you notice it much more on your Corvette vs DD. PS curious but makes me wonder if a ground strap would help?
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Trying to keep my black '04 dust free is a full time job. Doesn't make a difference with the cover on or off. Just dust it off before I take her out. Now if the damn birds would miss once in a while I would be happy!
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The body's plastic. Think about the static you could cause by rubbing a balloon. Cal duster's a life saver, but long term will cause tiny scratches. A better solution is a quick run over the body with Zaino Z6, which only takes a couple of minutes longer, and that beast will shine.
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The body's plastic. Think about the static you could cause by rubbing a balloon. Cal duster's a life saver, but long term will cause tiny scratches. A better solution is a quick run over the body with Zaino Z6, which only takes a couple of minutes longer, and that beast will shine.
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