How does everyone wash and dry the roof?

[CareerFiremanGuy]

That's what I use to wash an dry the roof ...



The roof rack was worth every penny, would never get an SUV without one just for that reason alone.

 

[Cruising68]

5 Gallon pail. Upside down of course

 

[EXP3RT]

I have a small step stool but it's unsafe wobbling on the driveway when I'm cleaning and drying the roof. Gotta figure an easier way that's faster, hows everyone doing it?

I'm 6'6 so, that helps me

 

[Ljn21]

Out of stock right now and pricey when available but I use these and compared to Harbor Freight ones I had first, are much higher quality. I have two, one for each side. Super easy to put them in place and not have to move them around when washing and drying.

https://adamspolishes.com/products/adams-standard-step-stool

 

[Jeppo]

A step stool and one of these…

Auto Drive Car Wash Microfiber Mop, Blue Aluminum Telescoping Handle
https://www.walmart.com/ip/202644368

 

[st8]

A step stool and one of these…

Auto Drive Car Wash Microfiber Mop, Blue Aluminum Telescoping Handle
https://www.walmart.com/ip/202644368

Yep I use one just like that.

 

[AkD3ntFix]

step one. 5 year premium ceramic coating applied with the appropriate 48 hour set time minimal light / W / a vacuum to the space.
(My second new explorer / coating) {yes ^ those steps DO make a difference in the performance of the product

Step 2. Hit it with the hose. And then hit it with sport mode

 

[i8iridium]

Front door sills and standing on back tires.

 

[Cruising68]

5 gallon pail upside down.


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[ButchsExplorerST]

I have a small step stool but it's unsafe wobbling on the driveway when I'm cleaning and drying the roof. Gotta figure an easier way that's faster, hows everyone doing it?

Since mine isn't lowered yet i still will stand on the tire to clean the top, and im getting a little older!

 

[Taxgod4u]

RV brush as my F250 has a 6" lift, make the ST easy.

 

[EDWYER]

I use leaf blower

Same here.

 

[GearHead_1]

I stand on a 20" platform and use a high quality Montana Boars Hair Brush or microfiber mop with an extendable 6 foot pole to wash. If the car is just kind of dusty when I wash, I'll use the microfiber mop. If it's actually dirty I use the boars hair brush. There is a technique when using a boars hair brush so as to not damage the finish. If you go that route, read up on it.

I use an EGO 765 Blower with a shorty nozzle and protective rubber tip. The EGO is plenty powerful, I believe this is as good as it gets for a blower combination for auto detailing.

I'd recommend this blower for grills and mirrors, not to mention around the yard usage. The shorty nozzle lets you get up close and personal without worrying about slipping with a hard plastic snout. It's top notch.

 

[Mikes 22St]

There is a step that u can pt into the trailer hitch which would help u do the back part of the roof . To dry I use an old California blade . Or one of the leaf blowers ..I'll try to find the link for the step but wouldnt be suprised if Harbor freight doesnt make one also

 

[Mikes 22St]

Here is one I use for work and use it if needed , https://www.lowes.com/pd/Werner-Alu...470339?idProductFound=false&idExtracted=false
https://www.americantrucks.com/romik-ralts-rear-assist-hitch-step-0717-silverado-1500.html

 

[Mikes 22St]

here are more hitch steps..
https://www.easyhitchstep.com/
wow the cheapest one so far https://www.homedepot.com/p/TowSmart-Hybrid-Heavy-Duty-Hitch-Step-7359/318981202
https://www.etrailer.com/p-CARR190011B.html?hhyear=2022&hhmake=Ford&hhmodel=Explorer
https://www.etrailer.com/Pet-Supplies/Heininger-Holdings/HE3052.html
https://www.autoaccessoriesgarage.com/Towing-Hitches/Go-Rhino-Oval-Hitch-Step
I also saw weather tech makes some .. So this should get you started. Now u can reach the back...

 

[Funkwes]

I have a ladder on each side, first I use a California blade, followed by Absorber towel and then compressor and air chuck get under rain rail covers and cracks, towel again to finish up - nothing more annoying then driving your vehicle after drying just to end up with trails running down……I get ALL of the water off

 

[Chamorro85]

A step stool and one of these…

Auto Drive Car Wash Microfiber Mop, Blue Aluminum Telescoping Handle
https://www.walmart.com/ip/202644368

Surprised I didn't see this until the second page lol. Similar one from Advanced:
https://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p...a6_MqpKAVeWZ59CZHeua7VL3-JhN5zA0aAvAWEALw_wcB
and fully extended I (6'1") can get to edge of sunroof from the back and overlap from the front past the sunroof in a couple swipes.