vinyl inserts

Blk01ponyGT · October 17th, 2007, 08:56 PM

is it just the stainless steel inserts that you cant go through a car wash with? i have the vinyl ones and i also have the 4.6 v8 hood scoop decals and i just wanted to make sure that going through a car wash isnt going to fuck them up....we cant wash our cars in NC anymore because of the drought here so im desperate

energiesource · October 17th, 2007, 08:57 PM

i havent heard a problem with either of them, but if they were put on right you shouldnt have a problem

HessiaN257 · October 17th, 2007, 09:16 PM

No problem.

02StangGToWNEr · October 17th, 2007, 10:13 PM

I hand wash & wax my car, but on some of my other cars I had vinyl decals & graphics and never had any problems at the car washes. You should be fine, as for the SS inserts i'm not sure, but I think they would be ok too.

neckbonekat · October 17th, 2007, 10:35 PM

Originally Posted by Blk01ponyGT

is it just the stainless steel inserts that you cant go through a car wash with? i have the vinyl ones and i also have the 4.6 v8 hood scoop decals and i just wanted to make sure that going through a car wash isnt going to fuck them up....we cant wash our cars in NC anymore because of the drought here so im desperate

I read that it's not recommended to go through a car wash with any vinyl decals. The combination of the really strong soap and the heat can make them peel. With that said, I believe that only applies to very new decals and very old decals that have either not had time for the adhesive to properly set or the adhesive is at the end of it's life. Same thing for anything held on by two way tape like SS bumper inserts. Try to find a good touchless car wash. It can be hard to find a good one with enough water pressure to really work.

02StangGToWNEr · October 17th, 2007, 10:48 PM

Originally Posted by neckbonekat

Originally Posted by Blk01ponyGT

is it just the stainless steel inserts that you cant go through a car wash with? i have the vinyl ones and i also have the 4.6 v8 hood scoop decals and i just wanted to make sure that going through a car wash isnt going to fuck them up....we cant wash our cars in NC anymore because of the drought here so im desperate

I read that it's not recommended to go through a car wash with any vinyl decals. The combination of the really strong soap and the heat can make them peel. With that said, I believe that only applies to very new decals and very old decals that have either not had time for the adhesive to properly set or the adhesive is at the end of it's life. Same thing for anything held on by two way tape like SS bumper inserts. Try to find a good touchless car wash. It can be hard to find a good one with enough water pressure to really work.

Or he could just avoid spraying them areas, or squeeze the spray gun a little less.

neckbonekat · October 18th, 2007, 02:13 AM

Originally Posted by 02StangGToWNEr

Originally Posted by neckbonekat

Originally Posted by Blk01ponyGT

is it just the stainless steel inserts that you cant go through a car wash with? i have the vinyl ones and i also have the 4.6 v8 hood scoop decals and i just wanted to make sure that going through a car wash isnt going to fuck them up....we cant wash our cars in NC anymore because of the drought here so im desperate

I read that it's not recommended to go through a car wash with any vinyl decals. The combination of the really strong soap and the heat can make them peel. With that said, I believe that only applies to very new decals and very old decals that have either not had time for the adhesive to properly set or the adhesive is at the end of it's life. Same thing for anything held on by two way tape like SS bumper inserts. Try to find a good touchless car wash. It can be hard to find a good one with enough water pressure to really work.

Or he could just avoid spraying them areas, or squeeze the spray gun a little less.

Oh, I wasn't talking about those types of car washes. I never use those do-it-yourself washes. If I'm going to pay to wash my car I'm not doing sh*t.

MeZ · October 18th, 2007, 02:34 AM

Yeah .. well down here in the south .. we're on super water restrictions .. and I don't go a week without hand washing my car .. it costs me 3-5 dollars a wash using the do it your self coin washers .. I spray off the dirt .. fill my bucket ... wash .. spray off .. clean my rims .. spray off and wet my "super absorbent" drying cloth .. then take it back to my house for a wax ... wheel polish .. vaccum ... tire shine ...window clean .. etc .. its a PIA .. but with us in the worst drought in history .. its better than going to jail for using water ...

PS .. for those who "air dry" their cars after a wash .. here you go

Thats just retarded .. why even wash your car ... haha .. and for those of you who think a touchless carwash works .. ummm .. here you go .. :stupid

neckbonekat · October 18th, 2007, 03:09 AM

Originally Posted by MeZ

Yeah .. well down here in the south .. we're on super water restrictions .. and I don't go a week without hand washing my car .. it costs me 3-5 dollars a wash using the do it your self coin washers .. I spray off the dirt .. fill my bucket ... wash .. spray off .. clean my rims .. spray off and wet my "super absorbent" drying cloth .. then take it back to my house for a wax ... wheel polish .. vaccum ... tire shine ...window clean .. etc .. its a PIA .. but with us in the worst drought in history .. its better than going to jail for using water ...

PS .. for those who "air dry" their cars after a wash .. here you go

Thats just retarded .. why even wash your car ... haha .. and for those of you who think a touchless carwash works .. ummm .. here you go .. :stupid

We have a great Hoffman's touchless car wash here and it works great. It has great water pressure and the only thing I have to do afterward is dry it. I don't know what bull shit you have down there, but the only thing stupid is thinking they are all the same.

jivepepper · October 18th, 2007, 03:24 AM

I painted the bumper because after a while the vinyl would peel.

MeZ · October 18th, 2007, 04:04 AM

Great pressure ... umm ok ... you keep thinking that .. and while you're rubbing scratches in your clear coat with small peices of dirt left behind .. im sure you'll be feeling real intelligent there ... not to mention the dirt it'll leave behind on your wheels ... If you want some lessons on detailing I'll be happy to give you some pointers in a PM ...

and about the inserts .. don't worry about it .. they'll all be ok ..

neckbonekat · October 18th, 2007, 11:08 AM

Originally Posted by MeZ

Great pressure ... umm ok ... you keep thinking that .. and while you're rubbing scratches in your clear coat with small peices of dirt left behind .. im sure you'll be feeling real intelligent there ... not to mention the dirt it'll leave behind on your wheels ... If you want some lessons on detailing I'll be happy to give you some pointers in a PM ...

and about the inserts .. don't worry about it .. they'll all be ok ..

Well I've been using that car wash for several years now in the winter and it's funny how none of my cars ever seem to get scratched up. So me and my "scratched up" clear coat are very happy with my touchless car wash thanks. You can keep your detail advise. I'm sure it's worth plenty where you are.

Blk01ponyGT · October 18th, 2007, 01:02 PM

probobly the dumbest argument ive seen on here

MeZ · October 18th, 2007, 01:57 PM

Look bro ... I answered your question .. no need to drag yourself into something .. I still like you being from NC and all you know how this drought is ... it blows .. I'm down near Charlotte .. on top of water restrictions we have Bruton Smith threatening to still leave Concord ... I'm worried about my property taxes shooting through the roof if he leaves .. I

October 17th, 2007, 08:56 PM	#1
Blk01ponyGT Hardcore Enthusiast 2004 SVT Cobra Join Date: May 2007 Location: Raleigh NC Posts: 1,621 iTrader: 1 reviews	vinyl inserts is it just the stainless steel inserts that you cant go through a car wash with? i have the vinyl ones and i also have the 4.6 v8 hood scoop decals and i just wanted to make sure that going through a car wash isnt going to fuck them up....we cant wash our cars in NC anymore because of the drought here so im desperate __________________ Garage: http://www.moddedmustangs.com/forums...e-member-9480/ 04 Cobra - STOCK for now

October 17th, 2007, 08:57 PM	#2
energiesource MM Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Up der in canada eh Posts: 3,527 iTrader: 1 reviews	i havent heard a problem with either of them, but if they were put on right you shouldnt have a problem __________________ 2000 Mustang GT, 417hp/421tq, P1SC @ 6 psi(?), Custom grind cams, Steeda Triax shifter, SLP LM2, MAC L/T and O/R H-pipe. 18x9/10 Flat Black FR500's, Mach C-pillars, bullitt side scoops/skirts.

October 17th, 2007, 09:16 PM	#3
HessiaN257 Enthusiast 2000 Mustang GT 13.9@101 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 805 iTrader: 0 reviews	No problem. __________________ 13.9@101 before some mods

October 18th, 2007, 02:34 AM	#8
MeZ Enthusiast 2004 Mustang GT Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Concord, North Carolina Posts: 966 iTrader: 0 reviews	Yeah .. well down here in the south .. we're on super water restrictions .. and I don't go a week without hand washing my car .. it costs me 3-5 dollars a wash using the do it your self coin washers .. I spray off the dirt .. fill my bucket ... wash .. spray off .. clean my rims .. spray off and wet my "super absorbent" drying cloth .. then take it back to my house for a wax ... wheel polish .. vaccum ... tire shine ...window clean .. etc .. its a PIA .. but with us in the worst drought in history .. its better than going to jail for using water ... PS .. for those who "air dry" their cars after a wash .. here you go Thats just retarded .. why even wash your car ... haha .. and for those of you who think a touchless carwash works .. ummm .. here you go .. :stupid __________________ Car For Sale on Autotrader.com 04 Silver GT 32K Miles Parts 4 Sale: 18" Wheels SSR GT3 replicas w/ tires Steeda Tri-Ax 10lb N20 Bottle w. gauge (2) Kirkey Racing Seats w/ RCI 5 Pt. belts Steeda & Momo shift knobs SB GT Spoiler

October 18th, 2007, 03:24 AM	#10
jivepepper I Post Entirely Way Too Much Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Under a sombrero Posts: 5,025 iTrader: 1 reviews	I painted the bumper because after a while the vinyl would peel. __________________ 665/541 WHP/WTQ 4.6L SOHC 2V ON 93 OCTANE PUMP GAS. NO METH INJ., NO E85, NO RACE GAS, N2O BABY BOTTLES! TRAP=POWER: 11.01 @135, IN SUMMER HEAT, 1350' TRACK, 315/35/17 DR'S

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October 17th, 2007, 10:13 PM	#4
02StangGToWNEr Hardcore Enthusiast 2006 Mustang GT Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 2,698 iTrader: 0 reviews	I hand wash & wax my car, but on some of my other cars I had vinyl decals & graphics and never had any problems at the car washes. You should be fine, as for the SS inserts i'm not sure, but I think they would be ok too.

October 18th, 2007, 04:04 AM	#11
MeZ Enthusiast 2004 Mustang GT Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Concord, North Carolina Posts: 966 iTrader: 0 reviews	Great pressure ... umm ok ... you keep thinking that .. and while you're rubbing scratches in your clear coat with small peices of dirt left behind .. im sure you'll be feeling real intelligent there ... not to mention the dirt it'll leave behind on your wheels ... If you want some lessons on detailing I'll be happy to give you some pointers in a PM ... and about the inserts .. don't worry about it .. they'll all be ok .. __________________ Car For Sale on Autotrader.com 04 Silver GT 32K Miles Parts 4 Sale: 18" Wheels SSR GT3 replicas w/ tires Steeda Tri-Ax 10lb N20 Bottle w. gauge (2) Kirkey Racing Seats w/ RCI 5 Pt. belts Steeda & Momo shift knobs SB GT Spoiler

October 18th, 2007, 01:02 PM	#13
Blk01ponyGT Hardcore Enthusiast 2004 SVT Cobra Join Date: May 2007 Location: Raleigh NC Posts: 1,621 iTrader: 1 reviews	probobly the dumbest argument ive seen on here __________________ Garage: http://www.moddedmustangs.com/forums...e-member-9480/ 04 Cobra - STOCK for now

October 18th, 2007, 01:57 PM	#14
MeZ Enthusiast 2004 Mustang GT Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Concord, North Carolina Posts: 966 iTrader: 0 reviews	Look bro ... I answered your question .. no need to drag yourself into something .. I still like you being from NC and all you know how this drought is ... it blows .. I'm down near Charlotte .. on top of water restrictions we have Bruton Smith threatening to still leave Concord ... I'm worried about my property taxes shooting through the roof if he leaves .. I __________________ Car For Sale on Autotrader.com 04 Silver GT 32K Miles Parts 4 Sale: 18" Wheels SSR GT3 replicas w/ tires Steeda Tri-Ax 10lb N20 Bottle w. gauge (2) Kirkey Racing Seats w/ RCI 5 Pt. belts Steeda & Momo shift knobs SB GT Spoiler

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