how can i get those dried grass/mud stuck on the lower part of the bumper and siderskirts off the car? I tried running wash on it..but they just stick there. So for the last two washes, i have been going to those touchless wash at the petrol stations. It's getting pretty cold out there, and is there a way that i can wash the car up quick and clean?

The toucless washes did a pretty clean job on the car, but i fear the pressure of the water might to too high...anybody have any bad experiences with the touchless washes? ALso, can our convertible tops hold up from those pressurized water?

thanks

 

best not to use car washes with pressure on the top cause of potential damage to the seals...

you gotta stop taking that car offroad- its really not a jeep!!

on the lower parts you might try a fairly soft wheel brush, after soaking the mud with water really well- just be very careful not to rub the mud on the paint. if its hard enough to stay on the car after you wash it, it might contain sand or other grit that could scratch your paint.

 

I fear that the pressure from touchless car washes could damage not only the top and seals, but could strip paint starting at a rock chip. We don't know how many psi they are running.

I have a method of my own that is admittedly controversial, but which I find safe and effective. I own a 1750 psi power washer which I bought for house clean-up --- not for automotive use. Then, by accident, I discovered that it had a dial to reduce the pressure --- below that of a garden hose if desired ---- while still putting out a nice, flat fan pattern that really cleans and doesn't leave much water to wipe off. It is "Husky" brand from Home Depot. Might work in your case.

Otherwise, keep the caked-on stuff soaked with soapy water for a good while, and try a soft brush. Might have to get your hands dirty and use your fingers a bit to remove it.

Then, where ever you went to get that stuff on your car --- avoid it in the future.

Thanks,
Richard

 

i use many touchless washes for colder months

fear not as it only removes amounts of carnuba (s100, natty's) and not any sealants (zaino, wg, klasse, ex-p)

do what the others told you.. soak and spend the time wiping it off carefully