Washing a 914, Pat's dry method? Options

[swm914]

This seems like a dumb question but how do you wash a 914?

Pat mentioned in the topic on waxing that he hasn't washed his car in 6 years. It raised the question in my mind. Is that best and normal for 914's?

Since I bought my 914 in December it hasn't been washed. Since I've learned more about them since then (stuff like "there is nothing like a rust free 914" etc.) I've been afraid to wash the thing. It'll be a "fun" car, (maybe a few "fun" shows along the way)and garaged all the time but even now, after a few nice spins, it needs washed.

So, I'll ask Pat to elaborate on his dry method. Also, any other practical tips from other long time 914 owners would be appreciated. Thanks

Steve

[TJB/914]

HI Guys,

Sure do learn a lot about you guys on this one.

I am little more normal, I use lots of water & wash in the shade (never in the sun).

I first rinse the car down throughly with the hose, Then I use a well used (soft) sponge using Mother's Car Wash Soap washing small area's of the car & rinse off each section imediately. After the entire car is completed I then rinse the entire car and wipe off the water with my soft sponge.
After this is done I use my air compressor, air hose to blow out nooks & cranies (like Steve) then wipe off any small water drops with a soft cotten towel (washed many times). In my opinion the the air hose blow job cleaning out nooks & cranies is a must do when washing your 914.

(normal) Tom
BTW: Forgot to say my car is covered with a soft car cover that I wash once a year to get rid of dust particules.