[Z06] Antenna and car washes
Instructor
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From: Chatsworth, Ca. 91311
Re: Antenna and car washes (slong)
I have an automatic antenna but still have never run through the car wash (It would never fit even if I wanted to). I have them hand wash the Vette outside. I do take my Black H2 through the car wash and believe it or not, there are very few, if any scratches on it from the car wash. I am amazed every time I send it in.... I expect the worst but not a single scratch or swirl yet.
Racer
Joined: Sep 2001
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From: Clermont FL
Re: Antenna and car washes (Jerry Velders)
RE the carwash study. Never trust a study sponsored (paid) by someone who benefits from the study. It's like politicians and the studies they have performed for them. Always Skewed.
I question such a study anyway. What was the condition of the machinery, the recycled water tank, etc. I am sure not every car wash outfit monitors the cleanliness of equipment, the grime level in its tanks and the soap and alkinlinity in its wash water.
My 2 c. I have washed my cars by hand since I can remember. Even when it was freezin when I lived up North. I could never believe the residue from the car in front of me with its layer of salt and sand off the rear would be cleaned up by the "system" in a matter of seconds.
I question such a study anyway. What was the condition of the machinery, the recycled water tank, etc. I am sure not every car wash outfit monitors the cleanliness of equipment, the grime level in its tanks and the soap and alkinlinity in its wash water.
My 2 c. I have washed my cars by hand since I can remember. Even when it was freezin when I lived up North. I could never believe the residue from the car in front of me with its layer of salt and sand off the rear would be cleaned up by the "system" in a matter of seconds.
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Instructor
Joined: Jun 2003
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Pressure washer
I have a 1600 psi pressure washer. Maybe I could use it to clean off the dirt from the car before cleaning it with soapy sponge to avoid pushing dirt around with the sponge.
I know that pressure washer can be use for something else than cutting through old plastic lawn furniture (so much fun).
I know that pressure washer can be use for something else than cutting through old plastic lawn furniture (so much fun).
Pro
Joined: Jul 2003
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From: Hillsdale NJ
Re: Antenna and car washes (theblackvette)
Believe or not RESEARCH is available on the comparison of hand washing vs. automatic washers! See for yourself what method is safer! You will be surprised!!!!!!!
http://www.marlinscarwash.com/SUB/TexasCarWashStudy.pdf
http://www.marlinscarwash.com/SUB/TexasCarWashStudy.pdf
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