washing my Atom

[bill5678]

Any tips on washing your Atom? How do you get water out of the tub? What about the engine?

[atomvik]

I usually wash the car when it's very dirty or if I get rain on. Here's what i do:

1. Carefully hose down the entire car
2. Avoid spraying water above the fuel tank and on the driver's side of the engine bay (most electronics are there)
3. Hand wash with mild detergent
4. hose off again and then wipe dry
5. use a shopvac to dry the tub
6. use chemical guy's matte detailer (don't use a shine product - it leaves marks)

If i just need to quick clean without a wash - I just use the detailer. It's pretty good.

[bill5678]

Thanks. That really helps. I will follow your advice!