Car Washing - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

joekono · 05-25-2019, 02:14 AM

I know this is a complex question but in the business that I am, i haven't washed my own car in probably 25 years. I have a 2014 yellow convertible with rally stripes from the factory. What are the hot items and the correct to go about washing my new toy. I know it's a loaded, just lookin for a little guidance such as which car wash is good, are we still waxing these babies(yes,been out a long time) and how do I go about being careful with the rally stripes. Any guidance would be appreciated, Thank you.

weSS1LEy · 05-25-2019, 02:39 AM

I wash gentle and dry. No automatic washes. Some camaros leak.

Welker2 · 05-25-2019, 03:26 AM

There are several good car care product lines out there these days, from Adam's to Zaino; I personally use Meguiar's Ultimate series products. You might want to check out the car care section of the forum for more information on products and detailing advice.

Here's the link: https://www.camaro5.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=45

bryangreene3 · 05-25-2019, 04:29 AM

your supposed to keep your car clean and i've cleaned a dirty car with this it works good just like all meguiars products and your supposed to wash your car every week.

Dogmeat · 05-25-2019, 05:42 AM

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Originally Posted by bryangreene3

your supposed to keep your car clean and i've cleaned a dirty car with this it works good just like all meguiars products and your supposed to wash your car every week.

Well, that's a really in-depth answer: WTF is "I've cleaned a dirty car with "THIS"....what is "THIS"???

0stones0 · 05-25-2019, 06:01 AM

If you have to use a car wash, I’d recommend a brushless. Less chance of swirls and scratches to the clear coat.

1JEWLDSSRS · 05-25-2019, 06:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Welker2

There are several good car care product lines out there these days, from Adam's to Zaino; I personally use Meguiar's Ultimate series products. You might want to check out the car care section of the forum for more information on products and detailing advice.

Here's the link: https://www.camaro5.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=45

^^^^ as he said.I also use the Meguiar's Ultimate products on my baby. She is 8 yrs old and looks better than new! Daily driver with 110,000 miles! Gets a detail wipe down EVERY DAY...

BAD DAB · 05-25-2019, 06:33 AM

Check the Adams polishes site. Not only do they sell great products, they also have very informative videos on how to use them. There are how to videos ranging from washing, polishing, interior, and wheels.

Camaro2ss2010 · 05-25-2019, 07:19 AM

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Originally Posted by BAD DAB

Check the Adams polishes site. Not only do they sell great products, they also have very informative videos on how to use them. There are how to videos ranging from washing, polishing, interior, and wheels.

I agree. That’s all I use. But everyone has their own manufacturers products that they stick with. Adams has the best drying towels ever made in my opinion. Detail spray and the ultra plush drying towel is a must have.

Memphis SS · 05-25-2019, 07:55 AM

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Originally Posted by BAD DAB

Check the Adams polishes site. Not only do they sell great products, they also have very informative videos on how to use them. There are how to videos ranging from washing, polishing, interior, and wheels.

+1

rontammy0 · 05-25-2019, 08:05 AM

Brushless car wash on allmy vehicles. I use Adams products...they are great. Just did Adams Ceramic Wax with the new Adams Ceramic spray.. looks fantastic.

KenKat · 05-25-2019, 09:46 AM

Mine’s a daily driver so I probably don’t go to the same lengths others do here caring for the baby.

I usually use a soft brush I bought that hooks to the hose; wet the car down first and then use the brush on it working top to bottom with lots of water flow. Then use the leak blower on it to get it dry, squeegee the windows and dry with a chamois, then chamois down the rest of the car. Spray some tire black on the wheels if needed and it’s done.

In the winter when it’s too cold, I will sometimes do a two bucket wash in the garage. Clean bucket with sponge, rinse in second bucket and dry with the chamois.

I don’t take it through any automatic car washes.

LuSINda · 05-25-2019, 09:52 AM

https://youtu.be/WmxDuqj3K-Y

https://youtu.be/4QgYJvwbumg

gringo · 05-25-2019, 10:01 AM

Meguiar's Gold Class car wash soap is what I use and I love it.

05-25-2019, 02:14 AM	#1
joekono Drives: Camaro Convertible 2014 1LT Join Date: May 2019 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,013 View My Garage	Car Washing I know this is a complex question but in the business that I am, i haven't washed my own car in probably 25 years. I have a 2014 yellow convertible with rally stripes from the factory. What are the hot items and the correct to go about washing my new toy. I know it's a loaded, just lookin for a little guidance such as which car wash is good, are we still waxing these babies(yes,been out a long time) and how do I go about being careful with the rally stripes. Any guidance would be appreciated, Thank you.

05-25-2019, 02:39 AM	#2
weSS1LEy weSS1LEy Drives: 2015 camaro 2ss/rs/1le Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Kelowna Posts: 510	I wash gentle and dry. No automatic washes. Some camaros leak. __________________ Rotofab, arh no cats, atak, elite cc, 94 octane tune, Mobil 1, phastek scoop, custom cam 230/243 .621 .604 114+4, related cam kit stuff. 470/435 rwhp/rwtq

05-25-2019, 03:26 AM	#3
Welker2 Ret AF, cancer survivor Drives: 2013 Camaro 2SS/RS & 2006 Corvette Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Mesquite, NV Posts: 2,741 View My Garage	There are several good car care product lines out there these days, from Adam's to Zaino; I personally use Meguiar's Ultimate series products. You might want to check out the car care section of the forum for more information on products and detailing advice. Here's the link: https://www.camaro5.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=45 __________________

05-25-2019, 06:01 AM	#6
0stones0 It don’t come easy. Drives: 2010 2SS RS M6 Join Date: May 2014 Location: WI Posts: 2,205 View My Garage	If you have to use a car wash, I’d recommend a brushless. Less chance of swirls and scratches to the clear coat. __________________

05-25-2019, 06:33 AM	#8
BAD DAB Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Black & Silver Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 8,228 View My Garage	Check the Adams polishes site. Not only do they sell great products, they also have very informative videos on how to use them. There are how to videos ranging from washing, polishing, interior, and wheels. __________________ STAINLESS WORKS HEADERS-TUNED BY JANNETTY RACING-C.A.I. INTAKE-TAYLOR 409 WIRES-SOLO AXLE BACK EXHAUST-ELITE CATCH CAN

05-25-2019, 04:29 AM	#4
bryangreene3 Drives: Telsa 3 Join Date: May 2019 Location: New York Posts: 12	your supposed to keep your car clean and i've cleaned a dirty car with this it works good just like all meguiars products and your supposed to wash your car every week.

05-25-2019, 08:05 AM	#11
rontammy0 Account Suspended Drives: 2011 2SS/ RS INFERNO ORANGE L99 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Alliston Ontario Canada Posts: 9,057 View My Garage	Brushless car wash on allmy vehicles. I use Adams products...they are great. Just did Adams Ceramic Wax with the new Adams Ceramic spray.. looks fantastic.

05-25-2019, 09:46 AM	#12
KenKat Drives: 2014 2LT RS Summit White Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 622	Mine’s a daily driver so I probably don’t go to the same lengths others do here caring for the baby. I usually use a soft brush I bought that hooks to the hose; wet the car down first and then use the brush on it working top to bottom with lots of water flow. Then use the leak blower on it to get it dry, squeegee the windows and dry with a chamois, then chamois down the rest of the car. Spray some tire black on the wheels if needed and it’s done. In the winter when it’s too cold, I will sometimes do a two bucket wash in the garage. Clean bucket with sponge, rinse in second bucket and dry with the chamois. I don’t take it through any automatic car washes.

05-25-2019, 09:52 AM	#13
LuSINda Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Washington Posts: 94 View My Garage	https://youtu.be/WmxDuqj3K-Y https://youtu.be/4QgYJvwbumg __________________ Lusinda 2010 2SS/RS

05-25-2019, 10:01 AM	#14
gringo Account Suspended Drives: Camaro V6 Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: U.S. Posts: 1,722	Meguiar's Gold Class car wash soap is what I use and I love it.