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Old Jan 12, 2011 | 08:17 PM
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Default Removing Snow from Painted Areas

What would be a good method of removing snow from the painted areas? I don't want to scratch the paint but I do want to be able to clear the snow quickly.
Old Jan 12, 2011 | 08:52 PM
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Turn on car to heat up
Clear off the top with the brush, and try to get as close as possible. JUST DON'T HIT PAINT!
Wait for the rest of the snow to melt.

There really is no product that takes off snow well while not scratching paint a little.
Old Jan 14, 2011 | 11:25 PM
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I'd say that as long as it will run off reasonably and not create a big ice slick on the ground then just rinse it off with water.
Old Jan 15, 2011 | 09:11 AM
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I use a California Dry Blade, it works ok. If there's any dirt under the snow it'll still scratch.
Old Jan 15, 2011 | 04:20 PM
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A garage.
Old Jan 17, 2011 | 09:40 AM
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Umm. Looks like I'll just have to take my chances.
Old Jan 17, 2011 | 05:29 PM
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Hah,

I was just going to make the same Post in regards to getting snow off my ride.
Have about 3 inches of snow on her today.

I'll brush it very gently without touching any paint, and let the rest dust off the car while I drive.

The only thing I'll be looking out of is the Glass, my prime intention is to make sure it is as clean as possible so even if snow from the roof/hood blows on to it, it won't gimp my vision too badly.

Hope this helps or works...
Old Jan 19, 2011 | 01:07 AM
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Industrial sized hair dryer...or leaf blower.
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