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Old 05-21-2010, 12:49 PM
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OP move to the Bronx from Queens. No rust here.
Old 05-21-2010, 12:54 PM
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Originally Posted by 99ws6
Most "rust inhibitors" at automatic car washes are nothing more than a glorified sales pitch. If you are truely concerned with rust issues, I would park the car in the winter and if you have access to a lift, put the car up and detail the under carraige a couple times a year.
^^ Yes! couldn't have said it better myself. ^^
Old 05-21-2010, 05:07 PM
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its mainly the salt from the roads during the winter thatll cause rust.. so like already said garage it in the winter and buy a cheap beater would be your best option but it'll still get some salt following the month or 2 after winter.. just go through an automatic car wash a couple times
Old 05-21-2010, 06:21 PM
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If you truly love your Z... Never drive it threw an automatic car wash.. sheesh..
wash it at home using low pressure.. mild car washing detergent.. and a microfiber cloth
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