Washing, detailing, dealing with dust...
02-25-2015, 04:24 PM
#16
Drifting
Hi guys. My car is not a DD. After a full bucket wash it will sit for days in an underground garage. I usually drive it on the weekends.
My doubt is that the car after a few days, will aquire a layer of fine dust everywhere on the exterior. This dust will not fly off when driven. I have read that it is not good to wash our cars with water frequently (for me would be weekly). I would like your solution to this issue and your experience.
Do you water wash or dry wash? How frequently? What products can be used without water? Will I scratch the paint finish?
My doubt is that the car after a few days, will aquire a layer of fine dust everywhere on the exterior. This dust will not fly off when driven. I have read that it is not good to wash our cars with water frequently (for me would be weekly). I would like your solution to this issue and your experience.
Do you water wash or dry wash? How frequently? What products can be used without water? Will I scratch the paint finish?
02-26-2015, 03:03 AM
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Griot's Garage and Meguiar both sell a low friction quick detailing spray that you can spray on and then wipe the dust off with a clean microfiber cloth. It is good for dust and small blemishes due to bugs etc. It doesn't replace washing but it can extend that spotless period just after a wash. I don't believe a clean California duster can induce swirl marks.
This is your answer. Meguiars Ultimate Anywhere Spray. Use a fresh microfiber, and 10 minutes or less you are good to go. I've used other detailing spays and this is simply the best.
http://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-G3626...uiars+anywhere
In fact, I have not wet washed my 991 since I began using this.
http://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-G3626...uiars+anywhere
In fact, I have not wet washed my 991 since I began using this.
02-27-2015, 05:29 PM
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This with a fresh, lint-free microfiber and you'll be happy.
03-02-2015, 01:11 PM
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Burning Brakes
This is your answer. Meguiars Ultimate Anywhere Spray. Use a fresh microfiber, and 10 minutes or less you are good to go. I've used other detailing spays and this is simply the best.
http://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-G3626...uiars+anywhere
In fact, I have not wet washed my 991 since I began using this.
http://www.amazon.com/Meguiars-G3626...uiars+anywhere
In fact, I have not wet washed my 991 since I began using this.
03-02-2015, 06:52 PM
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Sprayway from Costco. Works great, no ammonia. Used it for years inside and out; car windshields, outdoor furniture, countertops, etc. and - did I mention car windows? Inexpensive and effective. And using a "glass specific" microfiber towel does seem to make a difference. But than that might be the placebo effect - I'm not immune!
03-02-2015, 11:32 PM
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I have a black 991, it's a pain. When it's only dust/dirt I clean the wheels first, wash it with water only, dry it with very clean 100% cotton rags. Then cover it immediately with Porsche's indoor cover. Only wash it till it's ready to be stored again.
03-03-2015, 08:17 PM
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All this talk of not rubbing your paint....how pray tell does one then wax it....and almost every wax brand is a cleaning wax...meaning it contains polishing abrasive?
03-03-2015, 08:30 PM
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^^^^You just need to rub it the right way! LOL The waxes I use are NOT cleaner/waxes. They are straight 'nubas or a 'hybrid' containing both carnuba wax and some sort of sealant for extra longevity.
I will apply mine either by hand or by machine and will use the proper foam pad for the procedure.
(IMO: most swirls/scratches/etc are caused by improper wash technique, poor towel quality, or not enough 'lubrication' while wiping/washing/etc.)
I will apply mine either by hand or by machine and will use the proper foam pad for the procedure.
(IMO: most swirls/scratches/etc are caused by improper wash technique, poor towel quality, or not enough 'lubrication' while wiping/washing/etc.)
03-03-2015, 09:23 PM
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