The mandate isn't because people are hitting curbs with thier low slung sports cars. It's because they are backing into moving traffic and backing over things, including kids). There are far more blind spots going backward vs forward.
As far as folding mirrors? Absolutely unnecessary on a...
As did I.
First time using a foam cannon. I'm sure I'll learn how to tweak things to my liking the more I use it, but it did good.
Used my Dewalt DCBL722B 450 CFM blower. Still had plenty on the 5AH battery when I was done. If it would have run out, I have half a dozen backups ... :like...
If it is ceramic coated, you can blow 98% of the water off the vehicle in half a minute. Only use the towel for any leftover beads in odd places. The blower is good for getting water out of cracks and crevices, too.
Ceramic coat won't make less dust stick. It just makes it come off easier. Ask me how I know.
Last mile to my house is unpaved. I carry a Dewalt leaf blower in the trunk. Sometimes I hit the local wand car wash place just to rinse the dust off, then use the leaf blower to get 98% of the water...
If it stays above 40F, your tire choices are essentially endless.
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