New (to me) 17 Plat EL

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ExpeditionAndy

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Hate you guys! :) I have to use a stool to check the oil! The olde 5.4 V8 dipstick was accessible, but not this one. Unless I go upstairs and look out I can't tell what's on my roof so it rarely gets washed at other than a drive-thru wash.

-- Chuck
Chuck, I'm 5' 6" I use a 3 step stepladder. I take off my belt and lean on the truck when I wax the roof.
 

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These are pretty big rigs - what do you guys use to get up on top and for the big S T R E T C H to get the entire hood - a step ladder or stool? Tried both and end up with no leverage, especially for polishing/waxing.

I'm 6'2" and tried climbing a ladder and stool and it was a pain no matter what. So I decided I would just run it through the car wash and let it clean the top lol.
 

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I take mine through the car wash and have never had issues. In my town delta sonic sucks so I go to my local wash where I get booklets of their “super washes” which include undercarriage wash, rust inhibitor, and quick wax whatever that is..... it’s always done a great job and is a lot less work than washing it myself. The paint alwasy feels smooth like it’s been waxed even though it hasn’t been and water beads up on it. No complaints here on automatic car washes.
 

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I take mine through the car wash and have never had issues. In my town delta sonic sucks so I go to my local wash where I get booklets of their “super washes” which include undercarriage wash, rust inhibitor, and quick wax whatever that is..... it’s always done a great job and is a lot less work than washing it myself. The paint alwasy feels smooth like it’s been waxed even though it hasn’t been and water beads up on it. No complaints here on automatic car washes.
Here we have Mike's Carwash. I pay monthly and get unlimited washes. They have 4 different levels Basic, Works, Choose Two, Ultimate. Right now I have the Choose Two which gives me the option of choosing two: Clear Coat, Wheel Bright, Underbody Wash, Tire Shine
 

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Here we have Mike's Carwash. I pay monthly and get unlimited washes. They have 4 different levels Basic, Works, Choose Two, Ultimate. Right now I have the Choose Two which gives me the option of choosing two: Clear Coat, Wheel Bright, Underbody Wash, Tire Shine

We have Dr. Huggs, for $45 you get a booklet of 5 washes that come with a 5 day garentee.... and they actually let you use it, if you feel your truck isn’t clean enough after you come out they will let you go trough again free. I think it’s a decent deal. All the jazz on the ticket is what you get.

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Sounds like a good deal. This is what we get:

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I pay $44 a month and can go every day if I want. I can also pay extra to add additional services if I want to.
 

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These are pretty big rigs - what do you guys use to get up on top and for the big S T R E T C H to get the entire hood - a step ladder or stool? Tried both and end up with no leverage, especially for polishing/waxing.

UNRELATED Q: DO I have to manually CLOSE the initial screen that tells me about the updates via wireless networks EVERY time I start the car? Can I disable that popup or maneuver with the steering wheel buttons. I know - first world problems....Mike
I stand on my 35s and the electric running boards and hand wash it. I’m 6’3” though
 
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