Cleaning Tips To Make Your Used F-150 Look New Again |
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| Topics: Ford F-150
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Raia Anne Martin
22 October 2012
Some people think that maintaining the new appearance of a vehicle takes a lot of money, but really, the key is to regularly keep it clean; this is what many vehicle owners neglect to do. This relatively easy maintenance routine would definitely pay off in the long run, especially if you would one day decide to re-sell.
One of the really popular and in-demand second-hand vehicles these days is the used f-150. Men particularly like its size, strong engine power, which makes for an easy and smooth ride despite the challenging terrains it tackles, as well as all the original technologically advanced features that can make the drive very pleasurable. However, because of the fact that this truck can be taken anywhere, no matter the harsh weather, it usually sustains numerous "battle scars" that many owners no longer bother to have them treated. So it's often hard to find a used one for sale that bears no scratches, dents, or foul odour.
If you wish to create a "new" appeal in your used f-150, here are some easy cleaning and restoration tips that you could use to achieve this goal.
1. Soap and water are the perfect cleaning agents… but not for the truck that you want to "make new" again. Soap can strip the lustre of the paint in the same way that it can strip moisture off the skin. Instead, use the cleaning agents manufactured specifically for car-washing and follow the instructions for their application.
2. Want to keep those windows gleaming? Stay away from cleaning agents with ammonia because this can strip the gleam off the glass which will then create a really dull and "used" appearance.
3. Experts also advise washing the car in the shade. Water can evaporate really quickly under the sun and can create ugly watermarks and suds-marks on the exterior which are not that easy to wash off.
4. Stick to microfiber cloths for washing the exterior so as not to scrape the paint off. Use brush only for the tires.
5. If there are scratches, use those "miracle" fillers right away - they do not only restore the flawless polish of the vehicle but they are also known to prevent further damage, such as corrosion.
6. Lastly, be sure to clean the interior as well; if you use seat covers, wash them thoroughly in the washing machine. Vacuum the seats and flooring as well to get rid of those particulates that contribute to the musty smell inside the truck. Wipe the dashboard with a cleaner, and it always helps to use a fresh-smelling disinfectant spray for that clean fresh scent.