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Winterizing

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by PackCon, Jul 13, 2016.

  1. Jul 13, 2016 at 5:04 AM
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    PackCon

    PackCon [OP] Well-Known Member

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    For those of you that live in climates where it gets below freezing and snows, what do you do to winterize your truck in the late fall?

    I'm trying to plan ahead so I can budget out my products and get a game plan going.

    Since most people don't like being out in the double F cold, what products may stand up to the elements and last most of the season?
     
  2. Jul 15, 2016 at 10:04 PM
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    EricU

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    under body i spray Fluid Film to prevent build up of dirt, grime and rust, worked great and the underside still looks brand new except the spots i drug the frame over rocks and trees.
    aside from that i just wash the truck on the warmer snow free days at a self car wash or brushless drive through carwash with the under body wash option.

    For the paint and body prior to winter hitting, ill clay bar, polish if needed and then put a coat of wax on and call it a day.
     
  3. Jul 16, 2016 at 5:01 AM
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    My go to was Adams Paint Sealant. It normally would make it the season. If I happen to get a warm day (50+ degrees) then I will go to pay n spray. Use rinse only to spray off heavy dirt/salt etc. then I do a 2 bucket rinseless wash. Now I am using Optimum Gloss Coat with no worries about it making the season.
     

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