Comet Washing

[Rustang]

Ok, I've gotta know. I've listened to people talk about Comet washing. How do you do it? How much water to how much Comet? Do you mix a fairly diluted mixture or a pretty thick and soupy mix? Use a normal sponge or mitt or something a little more abrasive?

[fahrenschnell]

I asked this question a while back.....Everyone just told me to wet the car and then wash it normally with comet....

If you use a sponge you would probably be able to control it better and buff areas that need it.

Seth

[BangShiftChad]

Use the sponge. Wet an area, then sprinkle some Comet on it and go to town. Make sure you go in one consistent direction as it may leave marks on the car. Start with less Comet, and see how it works. You just need to see how the oxidation and crud reacts. It's easy.

[A/Fuel]

i'm all over it...
never done it before, but i have a pretty nice '87 (i think) celeberty euro sport wagon...wow
compleate with a roof rack. air, power windows....am/fm cassete...
i'm in, it's a nice brown.....but i'm gonna fix that...
i need to post some pics for everyone to see.

[Scott Liggett]

I've been thinking about Comet washing the Caprice. See if that helps the paint at all. I don't think it can hurt it.

[cantvalve16]

I used Comet and and a Scrotchbrite scrubby sponge in a little water to remove the coat of primer on my Ranchero. Had to use alot, but it does remove spray can primer from the top of paint. Dilute as needed per application.

[KeithTurk]

Okay guys.... the goal of Comet washing to remove the oxidation that came from old school Enamels... that White junk that used to appear on the surface if you didn't wax the snott out of your car regularly...

It's also great if you simply want to clean up a beater...

Yes it is Very abrasive compared to regular cleaners... and there is some bleach in there as well..

The idea of using a Scotch bright pad is a bit over the top for most applications... but sure if your wanting to take stuff OFF... that will do it.... hmmm

As always... test on an area you can't see... Like Chad says... get the area wet... put the Comet on the sponge... and rub a bit in going "with" the grain.... it's going to leave scratches .... but when your done... the thing will be Truly Clean... and it's a look that works for me... a bit old school... but if you want a beater to look like you care... this will do it...

K

[Freiburger]

If the paint is really oxidized, Comet will not leave noticeable scratches. You can use SoftScrub if you have fear.

[BOWTIE6872]

WHY NOT JUST USE COMPOUND..
it comes in different , cutting ratings

[DanStokes]

Seems like everyone out there HAS to know someone with a buffer (I have 2). Bribe them (I'll take decaf Diet Coke or Diet Cheerwine) and get 'em to run the buffer over the car. I can do a car in under an hour in most cases. Not that tough as long as you watch the edges.

Dan