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    ARGGGHHH...you try and raise them right...

    We've had nothing but snow, rain, sleet and salt on our roads for the last few weeks...I constantly spread the word about swirls, scratches, etc etc and how to take care when washing your car not to inflict damage...apparently, I have NOT done a good enough job with my offspring...this is what I found this morning...

    ...when asked who did it, my 17 year old son admitted it...it wasn't done to be malicious as that is the exact opposite of his disposition...it was done because that's what kids do to be funny...patience is a virtue and believe me, I had all my patience front and center this morning as I politely described why doing that is NOT a great idea...those of you with teenagers can relate I'm sure...
    Bill Poirier
    West Seneca, NY 14224

    "until you can afford a great car, always strive for a great looking car"
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    Re: ARGGGHHH...you try and raise them right...

    I feel your pain. My wife closed the back barn doors to our Yukon, with a corner of a box. The door were covered with road cinder dust and put a couple of nice deep scratches in it.

    She said "Sorry".......

    I had hoped it was just the dirt on the doors that was disturbed but alas....it was scratched

    Aaron
    Philippians 2:14 - Do all things without grumbling or questioning,

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    • #3
      Re: ARGGGHHH...you try and raise them right...

      Hey Bill,

      Ah man....I feel your pain. I will give you credit for staying calm!!

      Sadly, many people just do not see the harm in doing such things. In other words, they just do not know.

      I would suggest that you quickly wash it as leaving that on there is like a magnet to others to add their comments as well!

      Tim
      Tim Lingor's Product Reviews

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      • #4
        Re: ARGGGHHH...you try and raise them right...

        Originally posted by 2hotford View Post
        Hey Bill,

        Ah man....I feel your pain. I will give you credit for staying calm!!

        Sadly, many people just do not see the harm in doing such things. In other words, they just do not know.

        I would suggest that you quickly wash it as leaving that on there is like a magnet to others to add their comments as well!

        Tim
        Already done!...exactly what I thought too...now I gotta wash the whole thing in 12 degree weather !!!
        Bill Poirier
        West Seneca, NY 14224

        "until you can afford a great car, always strive for a great looking car"

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        • #5
          Re: ARGGGHHH...you try and raise them right...

          I washed mine too and it was scratched and got some good "be good in church" looks from me LOL.

          I think a couple of applications of ScratchX and some passion it should come out.
          Philippians 2:14 - Do all things without grumbling or questioning,

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          • #6
            Re: ARGGGHHH...you try and raise them right...

            Bill I feel your pain. Teenagers got to love em . Well I think since its a balmy 12 degrees outside your son should volunteer to help with the washing. lol I bet he would never do it again. lol
            quality creates its own demand

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            • #7
              Re: ARGGGHHH...you try and raise them right...

              Wait until one of your sons friends (or not friends) finds out where you live and shaving creams your cars....twice.
              Attack life, it's going to kill you anyway.

              This is your life. Choose to live it to the fullest.

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                Re: ARGGGHHH...you try and raise them right...

                Originally posted by TKDDAD View Post
                Exactly what I thought too...now I gotta wash the whole thing in 12 degree weather !!!
                At least you'll have the cleanest car in your city for a drive or so.
                1988 Toyota Tercel 1.5l I4 - AKA the BEAST
                1994 BMW 325CI
                2008 Honda Odyssey EX-L
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                  Re: ARGGGHHH...you try and raise them right...

                  Originally posted by 94BMW325CIS View Post
                  At least you'll have the cleanest car in your city for a drive or so.

                  Exactly 1/2 hour...oh well, it could be worse....
                  Bill Poirier
                  West Seneca, NY 14224

                  "until you can afford a great car, always strive for a great looking car"

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                  • #10
                    Re: ARGGGHHH...you try and raise them right...

                    Oh like we all didn't do the same thing when we were teenagers.
                    AeroCleanse, LLC
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                    • #11
                      Re: ARGGGHHH...you try and raise them right...

                      Originally posted by AeroCleanse View Post
                      Oh like we all didn't do the same thing when we were teenagers.

                      Only on the windows...never on paint...
                      Bill Poirier
                      West Seneca, NY 14224

                      "until you can afford a great car, always strive for a great looking car"

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                      • #12
                        Re: ARGGGHHH...you try and raise them right...

                        Living in Miami, I don't know anything about road salt on cars and such. Is that what happens when road salt gets on your car in the winter? OH MY GOSH!

                        I would totally die. I'm so glad I live in a climate that's pleasant year round. How do you guys stand it in the winter?

                        Good luck getting her clean in the freezing cold. And good luck raising teenagers. I don't have kids so that's another thing I know nothing about. LOL!

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                        • #13
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                          Originally posted by Tillmanator View Post
                          Living in Miami, I don't know anything about road salt on cars and such. Is that what happens when road salt gets on your car in the winter? OH MY GOSH!

                          I would totally die. I'm so glad I live in a climate that's pleasant year round. How do you guys stand it in the winter?

                          Good luck getting her clean in the freezing cold. And good luck raising teenagers. I don't have kids so that's another thing I know nothing about. LOL!

                          I'll tell ya what, it's getting harder every year as I get older to deal with the cold, salt, snow, brutal drivers and the grey skies. I envy people that live in climates that have sun and warm temperatures. I don't envy, earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, forest fires, droughts and 100 plus degree heat in the summer. So, all things considered, a little salt on the car is better than my house blowing away. I'll stay put for now !!!

                          Teenagers are cool...mine is awesome and I am truly blessed. 94 average as a Junior in high school, 2nd degree black belt in TaekwonDo and now teaching it as a part time job. He's a great son, all I need to do now is get him into detailing...that's my next mission...
                          Bill Poirier
                          West Seneca, NY 14224

                          "until you can afford a great car, always strive for a great looking car"

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                          • #14
                            Re: ARGGGHHH...you try and raise them right...

                            well, not that he should have done that, but he was right in a way though, it should be washed It will make a great Before/ After.

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