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scandata · 06-18-2016, 11:47 AM

If you use a carwash, don't use one with a blow dryer at the end, or at least pull out before the dryer starts. I used one on a convertible Mazda, and the wind blew at such force that the seams in the roof began to come undone.

Mooko DeBarge · 06-19-2016, 11:45 AM

Hand wash only. The harsh chemicals and the wax and soaps they put in the automatic wash isn't good for your top I have always thought

Baba · 06-20-2016, 07:29 AM

I only hand wash mine and only water on the top (no soap). I'd rather drive mine filthy than take the chance of going through a car wash with her.

GearheadDiva · 06-22-2016, 03:26 PM

The handful of times I've taken mine through a car wash is during the winter months - and I know what scandata means about the blowers! You can see it pushing down on the fabric so I opt to skip that part anytime I can.

ernneal · 06-24-2016, 10:54 AM

I took mine through a touchless car wash and it made my top look better. It was mainly to do the undercarriage and it was pretty nasty otherwise but I would do it again. I wouldnt do a standard drive thru car wash but the touchless was cool.

dotbowels · 07-27-2016, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by scandata

If you use a carwash, don't use one with a blow dryer at the end, or at least pull out before the dryer starts. I used one on a convertible Mazda, and the wind blew at such force that the seams in the roof began to come undone.

I go thru touchless once a week for 2 years, no problems. If I had a Corvette, it might be a different story

He11bent · 08-23-2016, 10:40 PM

I use the car wash with neoprene brushes weekly. No ill effects. That said, if I feel the blowers are too harsh I drive past them pretty quick.

18LTLoveIt · 01-08-2017, 12:15 AM

I treated my Camaro to a deep clean with Convertible Wash, soft brush, plenty of water to rinse & blot dry with microfiber. After a full day of complete dry I treated the top with UV/repellent, 4 passes, 1st spray heavy, wait overnite, then 3 light passes, with an hour between. Once done, removed masking & Voila! Brand new look

(masking goes on to protect trim & paint, that was roughest part).In between just hose spray before rest of car wash. Here's a couple of shots of top completed before masking removed. The top treatment can be done every 2 to 3 yrs and that's a lot better than shelling out big bucks for a replace top.

aquaholic · 01-15-2017, 08:44 PM

I run through the local light touch car wash too...no ill effects (2012 with 65K). If you just want undercarriage wash park on top of your sprinkler heads and turn the system on.

KJZ28 · 01-15-2017, 09:12 PM

I use all types of car washes. Driving on the highway has done more damage from rock chips.

Yknjack · 01-16-2017, 12:51 AM

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Originally Posted by 13LTLoveIt

I treated my Camaro to a deep clean with Convertible Wash, soft brush, plenty of water to rinse & blot dry with microfiber. After a full day of complete dry I treated the top with UV/repellent, 4 passes, 1st spray heavy, wait overnite, then 3 light passes, with an hour between. Once done, removed masking & Voila! Brand new look

(masking goes on to protect trim & paint, that was roughest part).In between just hose spray before rest of car wash. Here's a couple of shots of top completed before masking removed. The top treatment can be done every 2 to 3 yrs and that's a lot better than shelling out big bucks for a replace top.

What do you like to seal your top with?

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Coleroad · 01-17-2017, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Buddy2

Will brushless car wash have any bad effects on my top? I would like to have the undercarriage flushed a couple times a year.

This I think is what you're looking for. To wash your cars undercarriage. http://www.theunderwasher.com/

atrosario · 01-17-2017, 08:11 PM

Hand wash only with a foam bath. I saw this at Lowes the other day was thinking of getting one for the gutters.

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18LTLoveIt · 01-17-2017, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Yknjack

What do you like to seal your top with?

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I use Chemical Guys: Protectant & Repellent, 16 ozs

After I cleaned with their top cleaner and let dry overnite I used 5/6 of the UV/Repellent bottle with 4 passes, 1st heavy,dry overnite. Next day, 3 light passes, 30 mins between.

06-18-2016, 11:47 AM	#15
scandata Drives: 2015 2SS/RS vert, Spring Green Edtn Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Sarasota, FL Posts: 1,284	If you use a carwash, don't use one with a blow dryer at the end, or at least pull out before the dryer starts. I used one on a convertible Mazda, and the wind blew at such force that the seams in the roof began to come undone. __________________ 2015 2SS/RS vert, Spring Edition Green Flash (2015 - present) 2014 1LT vert, Blue Ray Metallic (2014 - 2015)

06-20-2016, 07:29 AM	#17
Baba Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT RS Convertible Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: USAREUR, CONUS/DOD-A, VA Posts: 1,745	I only hand wash mine and only water on the top (no soap). I'd rather drive mine filthy than take the chance of going through a car wash with her. __________________ 2011 Camaro 2LT RS Convertible Summit White Black Leather 3 Pedals Build Date: 06/27/2011 Purchased: 07/30/2011 Title Received: 08/15/2011 1984 Camaro (3rd Gen.): Traded: 1987 "Meet the new boss. Same as the old boss." Last edited by Baba; 06-23-2016 at 07:00 AM.

08-23-2016, 10:40 PM	#21
He11bent Drives: 2019 2SS Convertible Camaro Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Savannah, GA Posts: 671	I use the car wash with neoprene brushes weekly. No ill effects. That said, if I feel the blowers are too harsh I drive past them pretty quick. __________________ \(^^^)/ <--A Smile From He11 Escort 360 MAXX w/DIYGen5 hardwire Harness K&N AirCharger Cold Air Intake Sound Tube Delete

01-15-2017, 09:12 PM	#24
KJZ28 Drives: 2018 Buick Regal TourX Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: North of NYC Posts: 546 View My Garage	I use all types of car washes. Driving on the highway has done more damage from rock chips. __________________ SOLD: 2010 2SS/RS L99-A6 K&N CAI, Speed Engineering Long Tube Headers, Stainless Works hi-flow cats, Flowmaster American Thunder Cat-back. Tuned by Corvettes of Westchester. 1/LE rear suspension conversion, Bilstein B6 Stuts/shocks.

01-17-2017, 08:11 PM	#27
atrosario Drives: 2018 Camaro Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: NC Posts: 5	Car Wash? Hand wash only with a foam bath. I saw this at Lowes the other day was thinking of getting one for the gutters. https://www.lowes.com/pd/Orbit-Teles...g-Wand/4363277

06-19-2016, 11:45 AM	#16
Mooko DeBarge Drives: 2012 Camaro convertible LT Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Posts: 10	Hand wash only. The harsh chemicals and the wax and soaps they put in the automatic wash isn't good for your top I have always thought

06-22-2016, 03:26 PM	#18
GearheadDiva Drives: 2013 Camaro SS Convertible Join Date: May 2015 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 17	The handful of times I've taken mine through a car wash is during the winter months - and I know what scandata means about the blowers! You can see it pushing down on the fabric so I opt to skip that part anytime I can.

06-24-2016, 10:54 AM	#19
ernneal Drives: 2013 Hot Wheels Edition Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Indiana Posts: 15 View My Garage	I took mine through a touchless car wash and it made my top look better. It was mainly to do the undercarriage and it was pretty nasty otherwise but I would do it again. I wouldnt do a standard drive thru car wash but the touchless was cool.

01-08-2017, 12:15 AM	#22
18LTLoveIt Drives: 2018 Hyper Blue LT RS Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Phoenix AZ Posts: 1,474 View My Garage	I treated my Camaro to a deep clean with Convertible Wash, soft brush, plenty of water to rinse & blot dry with microfiber. After a full day of complete dry I treated the top with UV/repellent, 4 passes, 1st spray heavy, wait overnite, then 3 light passes, with an hour between. Once done, removed masking & Voila! Brand new look (masking goes on to protect trim & paint, that was roughest part).In between just hose spray before rest of car wash. Here's a couple of shots of top completed before masking removed. The top treatment can be done every 2 to 3 yrs and that's a lot better than shelling out big bucks for a replace top.

01-15-2017, 08:44 PM	#23
aquaholic Drives: 2012 Camaro Convertible Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 70	I run through the local light touch car wash too...no ill effects (2012 with 65K). If you just want undercarriage wash park on top of your sprinkler heads and turn the system on.