Do you all worry about your cars sitting in the heat for long periods of time?

[intmd8r]

Originally Posted by Deelightful

As for cracking my windows when the temperature rise...I don't think so. I have this fear of a snake, tarantula or scorpion just waiting for me to do something like that. I think I would rather deal with the extreme heat. Thank you.

I really can't imagine that being something you would EVER have to worry about. In 11 years in Phoenix, I never once heard about something like that happening to anyone. Ever.

[airboat5]

Just keep your car waxed to protect your paint thats about it.

[G Grasshopper]

Originally Posted by airboat5

Just keep your car waxed to protect your paint thats about it.

Really? I have never heard that before. With the clear coats on cars now, how necessary is wax, and how does it protect the paint from extreme heat? I'm not challenging you - I really don't know how this works.

[airboat5]

Originally Posted by G Grasshopper

Really? I have never heard that before. With the clear coats on cars now, how necessary is wax, and how does it protect the paint from extreme heat? I'm not challenging you - I really don't know how this works.

The clear coat is what bakes off first.Think of the wax as some type sun block. I just got my truck repainted and they told me this would help alot.have a nice day.

[Runemaster]

Automotive paint never 100% dries, even though it feels dry to the touch. The wax is needed as a sealant/protectant to prevent critical trace compounds in the paint from evaporating. When left unwaxed, these trace compounds escape into the atmosphere, leaving the cars paint job and making it look dull. Just look at some of the 90s model cars that have been sitting in junk yards or in front of the house with "the guy who doesn't take care of his stuff" to see evidence of what happens to unwaxed vehicles.

[airboat5]

Originally Posted by Runemaster

Automotive paint never 100% dries, even though it feels dry to the touch. The wax is needed as a sealant/protectant to prevent critical trace compounds in the paint from evaporating. When left unwaxed, these trace compounds escape into the atmosphere, leaving the cars paint job and making it look dull. Just look at some of the 90s model cars that have been sitting in junk yards or in front of the house with "the guy who doesn't take care of his stuff" to see evidence of what happens to unwaxed vehicles.

Thanks for your input now I really know why.

[Runemaster]

Originally Posted by airboat5

Thanks for your input now I really know why.

You're very welcome.

[Nite Ryder]

Originally Posted by Deelightful

Hello everyone,

I know that your summer's can be extremely hot. I've heard that windows can blow out due to the heat. I've heard that car motors can also explode. What do you do about your cars when you are at work? I know that some of you also live in apartments, and you don't have garages to protect your cars. I've heard that it's not a good idea to leave your windows cracked, because you never know what might be waiting for you when you open the door. Do you have suggestions?

Thank you.

Yes, I do have a suggestion. You worry too much, time to stop. Crack your windows a bit, your engine is not going to blow up, you just plan read too much...

[mickey65]

Originally Posted by intmd8r

Oh, and other things, such as candles, chap stick, etc. WILL melt in your car, so don't leave them in there.

And also don't leave your lighters in the car since the heat evaporates the fluid in them.