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Old 03-31-2008, 03:53 PM
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i live in newenglad and the weather changes very 10 minutes. i wash my mini every weekend and it usually rains at some point durring the week and i get watr sports. is there anything i can do quickly while the car is wet?
 
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If the car is CLEAN, you could spray on some Hydro, then dry. If the car has any dirt on it, rewash it. If it has light dust, a Quick detailer will work.

Having a good quality wax/sealant on the car is really the first step.

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dry first then QD?
 
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If the car is clean, you could dry it, then use a QD to remove any waterspots. They will come off easier if you have a good sealant on the paint.

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You need to understand that I mean CLEAN, no dirt on the car, otherwise you should do your regular wash.

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What about the Armor all wipes for in between cleaning? http://www.armorall.com/products/vie..._index=extwipe
 
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Originally Posted by mitch171
What about the Armor all wipes for in between cleaning? http://www.armorall.com/products/vie..._index=extwipe
Not sure I trust would trust it. A good quick detailer and proper microfiber probably would work better. This way you can regulate the amount of liquid used (QD) to clean.
 
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Old 04-01-2008, 07:51 PM
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What about the Armor all wipes for in between cleaning? http://www.armorall.com/products/vie..._index=extwipe


I would hope that any NAMer is smart enough to NOT use Armor All!! Mequire's Quick Detail will work loads better, did leave a bit of dust behind though. I also like Rain-X Faxt Wax, very easy on and off.
I've got a DP order in for Molly's detailing needs, she's going to be so happy.
 
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Well as I am new to the MINI world and NAM I do not know enough to not use Armor All. I am very interested in what everyone has to offer about detailing and I am trying to learn.
 
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Well as I am new to the MINI world and NAM I do not know enough to not use Armor All. I am very interested in what everyone has to offer about detailing and I am trying to learn.
Just hang out here in the detailing forum, read the stickies at the top of the page, and you to will become OCD.

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