SToronto

Ordered a couple of those Garants. Let's see how they work out.

I always used the bristle ones, albeit never clearing snow off properly to protect the paint.

Still don't think I'll trust going to the paint but it's better than bristles.

Porsche one looks good, rubber might be better than the foam. Hopefully the foam lasts.

Zookie

i thought this thread was a joke/troll but to my surprise there is a full on discussion about a "Snow Brush"

SToronto

Appears snow brush tech has advanced over the years. It's winter and we have COVID so snow brushes make excellent chat.

#1SomeGuy

Serious...I have a handful of brushes here but I certainly notice the marks they leave on my Lexus no matter how careful I am. Hence wanting to find something better for my pending Porsche.

Imo000

Then get a leafblower!

#1SomeGuy

I have a cordless Dewalt....

1) it's at home in the garage next to the vehicle in the garage where I don't need to clean it.
2) ever try to clear wet snow with one? Yeah, doesn't work...except on the lightest/fluffiest stuff.

olegd

I don’t think it’s necessary to belittle something you may think is not worthy of discussion. This is not the first time this is taking place. I recall some people making fun of others posting about sales on motor oil. Such attitude goes agains the spirit of these forums. If the subject doesn’t interest you, just move on.

I think this is good info being shared here.
Personally never noticed any scratches from regular snow brush bristles but I try to be very careful and not press too hard when clearing the snow.

Adamant1971

I think the technique is likely more important than the actual brush. At the end of the day, you are going to scratch the paint a little, but nothing a good detail in the spring won't fix.

1: Make sure the brush is not contaminated with any dirt. This is where a foam or rubber blade brush works better since you can easily wipe down the blade.
2: Don't go right to the paint if at all possible, if frozen to the car just get the loose bits off and leave the rest. It's Ontario it will likely be 18c tomorrow, ha ha.
3: Store the brush with the snow blade in a bag so when it's in your trunk or on the floor it won't get covered in sand, salt etc.
4: When scraping glass I try to stay 1 cm or so away from the edge trim, you can easily mark trim bits or rubber

And of course, PPF helps a great deal as a sacrificial layer. The whole front end of my R is covered, so I can clear that area with less worry.

I use one of these and like it very much.
https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/g...4458p.html#srp


Or just do like most idiot Ontario drivers do................

Bud Fox

best way to avoid scratches is to wear old leather gloves and use your hands

uniquenamehere

As soon as you load up with all the tools, you need to know how to use them properly... and you thought this was going to be simple.

Mark in Baltimore

Although on the face of it, the topic seems somewhat simplistic, anyone who cares about the finish on their cars might be interested in seeing if there's something better than the ordinary gas station bristle brush to remove snow. With that in mind, can some of you try remember that rude responses are not welcome here? There are plenty of discussion boards where "anything goes" but Rennlist is not one of those places.

Thanks, all.

SToronto

My wife doesn't like me doing that.

I also don't have the patience to gingerly clear snow with a bristle brush to try and avoid hitting paint whilst doing a good clearing job. I end up for sure leaving more snow on the vehicle than I should.

Going to pick up the foamies tonight.....bring on the snow!

9964runner

This is my go to brush for snow removal, its a soft bristled car wash brush with a long pole handle. Easy to reach right across the top of the wife's car but I still have to stand on the back tires of the Sequoia to cleat the roof between the racks.

westcoastj

I'm using a Garant foam snowbrush

strathconaman

I have yet to meet a pivoting head snow brush that lasts for more than one winter. I think I will try an eva foam one without the swivel.

Also, the best brush is a Subaru.