Water dripping from side mirrors

[Bertus]

If i wash my car and not drive it for a week, I'll still have water dripping down the sides after I've finnaly taken it for a drive. On a black Vette, ...you talk about annoying. I've even tried the 200mph leaf blower, but i still get the streaks. Not nearly as bad, but still it drives me crazy.:W Has anyone any ideas to stop this?

 

[dalejr8afan]

I read on another forum, to use a paper towel. After you dry the car completely, slide a paper towel in the area behind the mirror and move it around. I just finished washing mine a little while ago and I tried it. I did notice that paper towel did come out wet, although not that wet. I usually put the blower right up to the mirror and hold it there for about a minute.

 

[Rat Race]

Agree, leaf blower, and then if any streaks keep that microfiber handy dampened with some spray shine and you can hit it at the gas station...

 

[WarrenGTS]

Try folding in the mirrors. I know on my C5, the base of the mirrors tends to collect a lot of water even if I've gone over it with the leaf blower.

Warren.

 

[DRTH VTR]

Try folding in the mirrors.

There is a risk in doing that. The mirrors often break internally, with replacement or repair necessary.

 

[Zippy]

The NCM store sells plastic mirror covers for C5 & 6. I carry a pair in the trunk to use at the u-washee when away from home. Slip 'em on over the glass...slip 'em off after washing. BINGO....no runs, drips, or errors.

 

[WarrenGTS]

There is a risk in doing that. The mirrors often break internally, with replacement or repair necessary.

I wasn't aware of that, I guess I've been lucky. Maybe covers like Zippy mentioned or ziplock baggies.

Warren.

 

[DRTH VTR]

WarrenGTS

Check out this thread:

http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/showthread.php?t=54400

 

[IVAN]

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[WarrenGTS]

WarrenGTS

Check out this thread:

http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/showthread.php?t=54400

Thanks DRTH VTR! You may have saved me a costly repair.

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http://www.adamspolishes.com