THIS is how you wash a Porsche!
To understand the full thing, start the thread at post #2. More detailing in there.
To understand the full thing, start the thread at post #2. More detailing in there.
This is how you Wash a Porsche
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Work is what I did before I retired...this is fun for me
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Living in NYC without access to an outdoor faucet to hook up a hose, what would people recommend as a minimum washing routine between visits to a hand wash? After reading all the great posts in this thread I’m now paranoid our new Macan is disintegrating in the basement garage as I type. Part two: any good recommendations for hand washes in Brooklyn? Williamsburg Car Spa looks an option but the lack of a price list on their website leads me to conclude it may be a once a quarter treat for our new baby.
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Have you found any touchless car washes in your area? There are pretty common in the Philly suburbs. Many also have monthly subscription apps for unlimited washes (one per day). At the place I uses its $29 for their best touchless wash. Its not perfect but much better than washing by hand in the winter. Even during the summer if its really dirty I'll take it through the touchless first then rewash by hand.
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The closest EverWash looks like it's a 30 minute drive and I'd prefer to find somewhere a little closer to home if possible. I'm still learning the pros and cons of the different methods of washing, so thanks for your advice about avoiding hand washing in the winter, which was news to me. It's been over 10 years since I've had any need (let alone desire) to wash a car as I've lived in NY for all that time without one. Working out if I can feasibly wash the car in our underground garage from time to time, even if it's only a quick wash to get rid of grime from the streets of NY. Maybe that's a follow up question - If you had a short amount of time with no access to a hose, how would you do a quick wash?
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Thanks MDJAK. I should have mentioned I can probably refill a bucket with water from my apartment and bring it down, I just can't use a hose in the space. Curious if there are others in the same predicament and how they overcome this, aside from taking to a car wash.
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Just did a little more research on waterless cleaning products and that might well be what I'm looking for. Chemical Guys appear to have a good wash and wax sprayer kit for $49.99. I'm sure the purists here will be shaking their microfiber gloves in disgust at this thought.
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This is amazing! Thank you for sharing.
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There is a brushless car wash near me that has three levels of wash. The $3.00 mid level does a heck of a job. Then I drive home and do the wheels.
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Whereabouts are you?There is a brushless car wash near me that has three levels of wash. The $3.00 mid level does a heck of a job. Then I drive home and do the wheels.
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Pompano Beach, Florida.
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I wouldn’t. It would have to wait. The picture below if from last winter. It got worse. Needed to run it through the touch less twice when I got to one.
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This entire thread has me cracking up. Men would never pay such attention to anything else, including themselves! I was thinking of maybe spraying my black one with a hose to remove tree pollen.
I detailed cars for a few years for a few people. I never had a business and did this only on the side. I don't pretend to be a pro but I was really good with what I was doing.
I've usually not been one to obsess with keeping cars looking perfect, but with such a nice looking black Macan.... that said I want a manageable routine that does the job just enough.
Questions:
1. Given how dust tends to be an issue in summer on black, is the California dust buster approved of or not?
I would not use this.
2. What about a commercial touchless cash wash - this is mostly what I did with past Audis. Is this just a good first step? I will hand wash as well of course when I feel in the mood....
My process was always the same.
Interior detail
Strip waxes or whatever was on there (spray down, wash with either W99 or Dawn, which does the same thing although not as fast)
Decontaminate (clay as needed)
Wash/dry
Paint correction as needed- compound/polish (swirls removed here)
Sealant (there are dozens to choose from) You can also opt for the ceramic route but I'd get a pro to do this.
Wax
One this is done you shouldn't need to do any more correction or anything for a long time. A simple wash with a car shampoo is fine. Wax is almost optional these days. My docs car didn't need anything other than washes for a year. She parked outside under trees too.
3. Key one here - the car is two weeks old, surely no waxing for a while? What's the regime when doing this? How often, which products, how long should it take. Is it absolutely necessary?
See #2
4. Wheels - I have Spyders. Is that wheel cleaner spray (that helps clear brake dust) OK?
Really any wheel cleaner works, so does detergent and water. People like the color changing stuff. It's cool to play around with although expensve. I've used both. When I am doing item 2 above, I pull the wheels off.
5. What's key advice with respect to avoiding swirls on a black (albeit metallic) car? Is this where waxing comes in?
The less times you touch the paint, the fewer swirls you will introduce. This is almost unavoidable however and dark colors will show more. Take care with your wash mitt, rinse it often as you "wash" the car. Wash from top down. If you dont have foam sprayers or anything, rinse the car down real well and get whatever loose dirt or particles off the surface. Washing with a mitt when the car has caked on dirt is like grinding sand into your paint. I find the Macan rear hatch a total PIA in this department. I've checked out used examples at the dealer and the back contains more actual paint damage than anywhere else. (I have a light pen). This is, I believe, from the amount of dirt that accumulates on the rear and the fact that people probably washed it and just ground in the dirt. Its really obvious around the lettering, because the dealer probably didn't remove the lettering and the polisher they used wasn't effective near the letters.
6. Bugs - best way to remove them - is that Griots Bug spray and then a microfiber sponge OK?
Once you do step 2, you don't need special chemicals. If #2 is done properly, bugs will come off with regular water and car shampoo. I live in Florida and love bugs show up for a few week every year. I can spray them off with a hose and a nozzle.
6. Leather. I have full leather in red. What's the deal in terms of maintenance there?
Lots of good leather products out there. I treat my seats about every 3 months.
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I posted this in another thread... I went and sprayed my Jet Black Macan with my hose. I was devastated. It was covered with white spots that I couldn't get off of my windshield with Windex and a heavy hand. The entire paint job seemed to be ruined. I had to call in a professional, who fortunately didn't have to polish out the spots. I'm going to use him on a monthly basis and/or consider a ceramic coating. The vehicle looks better than new! I formally eat my words here!
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