Washing at a do it yourself carwash?
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Washing at a do it yourself carwash?
I just got my berlina black s2000 and was wondering if It would be safe to wash it late afternoon at my local DIY carwash. I know it's pressure wash but they also have an option for soft spray. Would it be a good idea just to clean my car up a bit or should I just take it to a detailer?????
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You can certainly take it to a DIY carwash.
I would recommend going off hours so your not rushed or backing up other cars.
Bring your own buckets, washmitts, towels and chemicals - - - basically use the carwash only for their water.
Don't use their wand brushes, they may have just washed an off-road jeep with rocks/mud/debris.
In terms of the pressure hose, just don't point it at 90 degrees to the paint (spray on an angle) and don't point at the seals on the roof - - - it will blast right through.
You are good to go.
I would recommend going off hours so your not rushed or backing up other cars.
Bring your own buckets, washmitts, towels and chemicals - - - basically use the carwash only for their water.
Don't use their wand brushes, they may have just washed an off-road jeep with rocks/mud/debris.
In terms of the pressure hose, just don't point it at 90 degrees to the paint (spray on an angle) and don't point at the seals on the roof - - - it will blast right through.
You are good to go.
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You can certainly take it to a DIY carwash.
I would recommend going off hours so your not rushed or backing up other cars.
Bring your own buckets, washmitts, towels and chemicals - - - basically use the carwash only for their water.
Don't use their wand brushes, they may have just washed an off-road jeep with rocks/mud/debris.
In terms of the pressure hose, just don't point it at 90 degrees to the paint (spray on an angle) and don't point at the seals on the roof - - - it will blast right through.
You are good to go.
I would recommend going off hours so your not rushed or backing up other cars.
Bring your own buckets, washmitts, towels and chemicals - - - basically use the carwash only for their water.
Don't use their wand brushes, they may have just washed an off-road jeep with rocks/mud/debris.
In terms of the pressure hose, just don't point it at 90 degrees to the paint (spray on an angle) and don't point at the seals on the roof - - - it will blast right through.
You are good to go.
I used to do it but the self wash doesn't allow you to bring your own stuff. There were cameras in every stall. I brought my sh*t anyway. What are they going to do, kick me out?
Back to the subject, do not use anything but the pressure washer.
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DIY carwashes are my favorite, and like the others have said you can always bring your own buckets and stuff. If I were to use the brushes they have I would pressure wash that first too before it goes near my car.
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You can certainly take it to a DIY carwash.
I would recommend going off hours so your not rushed or backing up other cars.
Bring your own buckets, washmitts, towels and chemicals - - - basically use the carwash only for their water.
Don't use their wand brushes, they may have just washed an off-road jeep with rocks/mud/debris.
In terms of the pressure hose, just don't point it at 90 degrees to the paint (spray on an angle) and don't point at the seals on the roof - - - it will blast right through.
You are good to go.
I would recommend going off hours so your not rushed or backing up other cars.
Bring your own buckets, washmitts, towels and chemicals - - - basically use the carwash only for their water.
Don't use their wand brushes, they may have just washed an off-road jeep with rocks/mud/debris.
In terms of the pressure hose, just don't point it at 90 degrees to the paint (spray on an angle) and don't point at the seals on the roof - - - it will blast right through.
You are good to go.
What are some good supplies I can get for the wash as in towels ,washmits, carwash solution? Also what do you suggest to dry off my rag top and car???
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You can certainly take it to a DIY carwash.
I would recommend going off hours so your not rushed or backing up other cars.
Bring your own buckets, washmitts, towels and chemicals - - - basically use the carwash only for their water.
Don't use their wand brushes, they may have just washed an off-road jeep with rocks/mud/debris.
In terms of the pressure hose, just don't point it at 90 degrees to the paint (spray on an angle) and don't point at the seals on the roof - - - it will blast right through.
You are good to go.
I would recommend going off hours so your not rushed or backing up other cars.
Bring your own buckets, washmitts, towels and chemicals - - - basically use the carwash only for their water.
Don't use their wand brushes, they may have just washed an off-road jeep with rocks/mud/debris.
In terms of the pressure hose, just don't point it at 90 degrees to the paint (spray on an angle) and don't point at the seals on the roof - - - it will blast right through.
You are good to go.
What are some good supplies I can get for the wash as in towels ,washmits, carwash solution? Also what do you suggest to dry off my rag top and car???
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