Pajaro Valley High students wash cars to help family of classmate who died of ...
21.05.12
WATSONVILLE - Friends of a Pajaro Valley High football player who died of brain cancer came together Sunday to raise money for his funeral expenses, holding a six-hour car wash that drew a steady stream of customers to an alleyway behind Straw Hat Pizza on Freedom and Airport boulevards.
Edwin Garcia-Portugal, 18, who was diagnosed with cancer about 18 months ago, died May 9, school officials said.
Garcia-Portugal loved football, but was unable to play during his junior and senior years due to his illness, said friend Luciano Cortes.
Cortes, 18, said he had played alongside Garcia, a left guard.
Cortes suffered a leg injury requiring surgery and the two would talk about how difficult it was not to be able to play, Cortes said.
"He was a good guy, and you could tell he loved football, and he loved the team like a second family," he said. "I saw him at school in February and he was pretty joyful. He was going to graduate; he got his cap and gown.
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How much money does it take car wash companies to wash our cars?
Jul 12, 2010 by Mackenzie | Posted in Other - Cars & Transportation
Between water and soap and stuff? does anyone know how much money it takes them to actually wash our cars?
It depends on their expenses. There's a lot more stuff than soap and water.
| Jul 12, 2010
How do you wash a car properly on the outside?
Nov 01, 2007 by Deaks | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs
I am starting a car washing company in my village and just wondered what is the best way to wash the car on the outside? Normaly when i leave the water to dry off it just turns dirty and leaves streaks. Any ideas?
First, rinse off with a soft spray, don't start with a hard stream.
Fill a bucket up with water and a car cleaner liquid. Then us a soft sponge or 100% cotton cloth to wipe the car down starting with the roof. Make sure to rinse the sponge as you go and rinse of each area as you finish. Don't let the soap or water dry. After you've completed the last spot do the tires. (Some people do the tires first)
Make sure to dry the car off. Again, don't let water dry on the car.
Clean the windows and lights with a glass cleaner.
Then shine and protect the plast parts with a cleaner. Use a tire shine to shine the tires. This will make the car look awesome! It has a great effect.
Last, make sure you use Meguiar's Quick Detailer to polish the car.
MetalHeart | Nov 01, 2007
use water
Hello to Danger | Nov 01, 2007
with soap and water
hot mary | Nov 01, 2007
i do mine the old fashioned way
i take it to the river and beat it with a rock
the bad seed | Nov 01, 2007
with a towel, water and soap
♥♥♥ | Nov 01, 2007
See the "wash and wax" video
http://www.advanceautoparts.com/english/ youcan/mediaplayer/mediaplayer_clinics.a sp
bobweb | Nov 01, 2007
the best way to do this is to hose it all down, get a soap which you like the smell of. (preferablly specifically for car washing) work it in focusing on the dirty areas with a sponge. leave it for a bit than get your sponge wet and work in again. after this hose it down again. leave to dry preferably in the sun
moonchavs | Nov 01, 2007
you NEED to start at the top of the car and work your way down all the way to the tires because if you start at the bottom and go up then when you do the top it will leave streak marks on the car b/c all the top dirt will go all over your clean bottom
use soapy water and srub and stuff
when your done just rinse it really good and hopefully that wont leave streak marks
then when your dont just dry it with a towel to avoid the sreak marks
hope i helped
good luck w/ your company
LiLbRuNeTtExO | Nov 01, 2007
You can avoid streaks by doing it in the shade instead of the sun...
mstlight | Nov 01, 2007
Using plenty of water, hose the entire car, starting at the top (avoids streaking); make sure the car's surface is cool and try to do the wash in a shaded area. Use a good quality sponge and plenty of dedicated auto wash soap. Start at the top, do each panel and hose it off after each panel is done. Use a quality wheel cleaner (I prefer Meguiar's) on the wheels; apply it, scrub if necessary, then hose it off. Dry the vehicle using a chamois and then apply polish and/or wax if desired. Use Armor All on tires and vinyl surfaces. Good luck on your new venture.
Kiffin # 1 | Nov 01, 2007
Keep the Outside Clean
Regularly wash the outside of your car to help ensure it has a long life. A clean car protects against dirt, salt and other contaminants picked up from the road every day. When possible, wash your car once a week and follow the guidelines below when you're ready to suds up:
Wash your car in a shady spot or on a cloudy day.
If a car is not kept cool while washing, the water will evaporate too quickly and could possibly leave spots.
Use suds specifically formulated for washing a car.
When you use a car wash shampoo or soap, you'll know it's made for a car (instead of dishes or your hair). Follow the manufacturer's instructions for the proper shampoo to water ratio.
Start with the wheels, and wash them thoroughly.
Use a lot of soapy water and a scrub brush to scour the wheel and rubber tire to remove deep down dirt. Rinse, then use a sponge or washcloth to do a follow-up cleaning. Take extra care of your wheels and tires — they're the part of your car closest to the road and are subject to the corroding effects of brake dust.
Use something soft to wash the surface.
Good choices include a natural sea sponge, cotton chenille pad or sheepskin mitt. These materials have a large number of fine filaments that draw dirt and grime away from the surface.
Wash from the top down, and rinse the car often.
Use a final rinse of free flowing water (nozzle off the hose) to allow the water to sheet off the car.
Try polishing dry glass with crumpled newspaper.
Unlike paper towels, newsprint does not leave lint behind, and the ink acts as a polish on already dry glass.
Wax and Polish Go a Long Way
A regular application of wax is the best way to protect your car from the elements. Rain, snow, road salt, pollution and the inevitable bird droppings can all compromise your car's thin finish. Here are a few general tips to ensure that your car looks great every time you wax:
Thoroughly wash your car's exterior, as described above.
Use a pre-wax cleaner.
A pre-wax cleaner will remove blemishes such as tar, water spots and insect remains. It also may deep clean the paint and remove the remains of your previous coat of wax. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Apply the wax to one body panel at a time with a damp cloth or manufacturer-supplied applicator.
If you're just looking for a nice appearance and good protection, synthetic waxes, which are easily applied and very durable, will do the job. Follow the manufacturer's instructions regarding exactly how to apply the wax (i.e., in a circular versus straight motion).
Allow the wax to dry on the body panel, then buff it to a smooth shine.
The wax usually dries in a few minutes, and you can use a smooth terry cloth towel to buff the panel.
In most cases, a single coat of wax will make your car look great and ensure it is properly protected from the elements.
However, for an exceptional shine, you may choose to apply a second coat of wax. Allow sufficient time for the wax to cure — usually 12 to 48 hours — between applications.
Wax often enough to keep your car protected.
Natural waxes typically need to be reapplied every six to 10 weeks (depending on the type). Synthetic waxes will last six to nine months between applications.
Emocide Organ | Nov 01, 2007
wash the car with soap and water and then dry it with a proper towel.
abrahim | Nov 01, 2007
Should I use the clear coat at the car wash?
Feb 03, 2008 by weller416 | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs
out of all the options at the self car wash, i'm sure some of them are not really worth your time to use. The car wash company just wants you to make a couple more laps around your car and use more time.
So i'm thinking the clear coat might be the least useful for the extra cost of applying it.
Do you think/know if it actually does any good?
and if so, can i apply it after i soap, or do i have to rinse btwn applying it?
You'd have to rinse and probably dry the car. If you were really interested in keeping your car in good shape, though, you'd wash by hand and put on a layer of turtlewax after you were done.
quarterdime42 | Feb 03, 2008
Only if you want people to see your shirt under it
OL PHART (spelled with a little class) | Feb 03, 2008
Normally what does car wash company use when they wash your car ?
Nov 19, 2006 by Bryan | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs
I would like to know the exact chemical, the equipment and so on
any that have a touchless (no brushes that beat your car to death) automatic car wash if i am in a hurry.
if i got time i do it with one that has the do it your self version you pull in put in coins and go to spraying (does the best job).
shadow765 | Nov 19, 2006
how to start a car wash company?
Nov 20, 2009 by Ant Tru | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs
ok guys i have about 12 grand to start this and my buddy has about another 5 i want to open a carwash not a mobile! just rent a place in a local shopping center and go on from there are there any permits i need how should i gte started how should i collect cash and pay my employees i have worked at a carwash before but dont remember much but i would like to open one and see how it goes any little bit of information wouls help guys thanks alot
Take a night school course on small business. Yes, you need many, many things! Permits and business licenses and insurance and advertising and equipment and so on and so on. Strart with a business plan!
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