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Old Aug 6, 2007 | 01:20 AM
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Default Re: Soap recommendations?
Originally Posted by sparks81
I've heard dishwashing soap is great, so is laundry detergent (believe it or not I've had it recommended).
Never use dishwashing soap or laundry detergent on your car. They will strip the wax or other finishes. There are loads of good car soaps out there (some are even called "shampoos"), so take your choice, but they're all better and safer than household cleaners. I personally prefer Adam's, but almost any car wash liquid will be okay. See the detail shop section of this forum for other personal preferences for soaps, polishes, waxes, acrylics, etc. (And I know very well what you mean about the hard water in the Valley, too).

Once you're hooked on keeping your car clean, shiny and swirl-free, you will become a fanatic, perhaps even like our own Mr. Clean (andrew). And since we usually have so little rain here (except for this time of year, of course), if you get in the habit of using a good duster and detailer (spray) regularly, the car will always look sharp and sleek with less overall effort than our friends up North usually need to do.
 
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