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[car engine revving]
Thanks for sitting down
and tuning into another installment of CHEVY MYWAY:
CORVETTE EXPERT SESSIONS.
I'm your host, Billy Konsoer.
Today, we'll be covering everything
you need to know to get your car
auto show ready.
Joining me is Dino Stramer from Chevy,
who brings years of experience helping drivers
get their Corvette washed,
detailed, and ultimately, auto show ready.
Welcome, Dino.
I'm very glad to be here.
Now, when it comes to getting your car detailed,
we usually hear one of two things, right?
One, I have a business in mind
I've been going to for a long while or two,
I have a preferred method to washing my Corvette myself.
What we're going to get into today
can apply to both, right?
That's correct. Today's video will serve
as a step-by-step guide for drivers
that prefer a hands-on approach
to getting their Corvette ready
for auto shows and ensuring
that if they are patronizing a business,
that they are doing the proper job preparing their Corvette
for any upcoming public appearances.
Amazing! Well, let's get into it.
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You'll want to start by bringing your Corvette
to a high-pressure wash bay and rinsing the car off
from front to back and top to bottom.
Be sure to use de-ionized water for this process.
Why not just any water?
Using de-ionized water helps to avoid any of the smells
often accompanying hard water, prevents water spots,
and better dilutes the chemicals
that you're working with.
We recommend using your preferred pre-wash solution
and letting it sit a few minutes
before applying it to your Corvette.
You're going to want to thoroughly rinse
and wash away any excess pre-wash.
If you have bugs on the front end,
now would be a good time to apply the Adam's Bug Remover.
Now, what are we filling up this bucket with?
This is Adam's Car Wash.
It does a nice job of lifting off dirt
and other stains off the vehicle, without damaging it.
You will want to pay special attention to the wheels
and the wheel well making sure you wash away
any residual dirt or dirty water
that may have collected here.
You should apply Adam's Wheel Cleaner
and scrub with a variety of brushes.
You want to apply enough force
to remove anything that has become caked on,
but not so much that you scratch the wheel itself.
Then, do a final rinse of the wheels.
Wow! It's looking great.
But we're not done yet, are we?
No we're not. We still need to detail a Corvette.
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Now, before we jump into the specifics,
why is it important to detail a Corvette?
Why can't we just wash it, let it dry, and take it out?
Part of the reason we detail cars,
but especially Corvettes,
is because we want to preserve the original look.
That's why small things like cleaning headlights
and detail spray can make a big difference.
I'd certainly want to keep my Corvette
in pristine condition. Let's get into it.
First, you want to dry and wipe the body
and wheels with a dry microfiber cloth.
You can also use high-pressure air in areas
where the water collects such as the mirrors
and the fuel filler cover.
Next, you'll apply Adam's Detail Spray
with a fresh microfiber towel to the body of the car
and inside the door sills, working section by section.
Pay close attention to ensure you're getting the dust
off the surface and not just moving it around.
Take your time and do not rush this part of the process.
Apply your desired glass cleaner inside and out.
For sap or acid rain spots, scrub in a circular motion
with quad-zero steel wool, on glass only.
Then, wipe clean with a fresh microfiber towel.
Be sure not to let excess moisture accumulate.
What about the tires and headlights?
We tend to save these for last because sometimes they require
a little more attention to detail.
Apply Adam's Tire Shine
to all tire sidewalls.
Feel free to use an applicator.
It helps cut down on the overspray.
Soot buildup can prove to be a problem over time.
You'll want to address soot build up in exhaust pipes
by using Adam's All-Purpose cleaner
and letting it soak for about a minute.
Then, washing and wiping it with a new microfiber cloth.
For really tough stains or build up you can use
quad-zero steel wool.
Adam's also makes a Chrome Polish as well.
Lastly, to address foggy headlights
wipe them down thoroughly with a clean microfiber towel.
Wow. It's looking great!
We're not quite done yet.
We still need to address the interior.
Of course. Let's go inside.
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The final piece of the puzzle is the interior,
but it's pretty straightforward.
You'll want to do a thorough vacuum
to lift away any dirt or debris off the floor mats
or other areas where it can accumulate.
Lastly, you'll want to apply Adam's Vinyl
and Leather Cleaner
to all inside surfaces with a fresh microfiber towel
and wipe down the remaining portions of the vehicle.
This Corvette looks incredible!
Thank you so much,
Dino for taking us through the detailing in detail.
And thank you all for joining this installment of
CHEVY MYWAY: CORVETTE EXPERT SESSIONS.