Mike, any artciles regarding pollen?

[LSNAutoDetailing]

Hi Mike,

I've read your articles on types of water spots, and I'm wondering if you have any articles for bird-bombs and pollen.
I'm not even sure if pollen causes any issues other than being a nuisance?

I'm trying to write a news-letter to send to my customer base.

[FUNX650]

Maybe it's just me...but I never
really considered pollen to be "bad"...
before I became a member of Autogeek.


Bob-🐝

[idriveblackcars]

Pollen is just something I live with a few weeks out of the year. Then it's gone. Doesn't pose a threat other than masking a good shine imo.

[LSNAutoDetailing]

Maybe it's just me...but I never
really considered pollen to be "bad"...
before I became a member of Autogeek.


Bob-��


Pollen is just something I live with a few weeks out of the year. Then it's gone. Doesn't pose a threat other than masking a good shine imo.

Actually that isn't the case. I did some research and found a great article. I'd post, but it's on a competitors detailing blog.

"Pollen is something you want to remove as often as you can. While there are many forms of pollen, two popular forms around this time of year are flower (like Morning Glorys) pollen and tree (like pine) pollen. Although it is mighty small, a single pollen grain can cling to the various pores of your paint. Once there, it’s the acidity of the grain that can cause damage. The acidity is often activated in pine pollen (for example) when it rains can cause staining and premature oxidation over time." ~ David Bibiloni

[FUNX650]

Yes...pollen can be detrimental
to vehicles' paint systems.

https://askabiologist.asu.edu/images/pollen-gallery

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/attachments/ask-mike-phillips-your-detailing-questions/49829d1467219443-mike-any-artciles-regarding-pollen-image.jpeg


Bob

[idriveblackcars]

Actually that isn't the case. I did some research and found a great article. I'd post, but it's on a competitors detailing blog.

"Pollen is something you want to remove as often as you can. While there are many forms of pollen, two popular forms around this time of year are flower (like Morning Glorys) pollen and tree (like pine) pollen. Although it is mighty small, a singlje pollen grain can cling to the various pores of your paint. Once there, it’s the acidity of the grain that can cause damage. The acidity is often activated in pine pollen (for example) when it rains can cause staining and premature oxidation over time." ~ David Bibiloni

This isn't something I want to hear lol. The pollen gets so bad around here it literally changes the color of my car.

[Mike Phillips]

I just did a Google search using these terms

Pollen Mike Phillips

Here's the only article I have that is related...


Static Electricity and Dust Attraction to your Car's Paint (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/hot-topics-frequently-asked-questions/29355-static-electricity-dust-attraction-your-car-s-paint.html)


Then here's some other topical threads

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-mike-phillips-your-detailing-questions/99270-pollen-question.html

https://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/91864-does-pollen-affect-paint-sealant-curing.html

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-mike-phillips-your-detailing-questions/23831-pollen-detailing.html

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/101836-whats-best-product-combat-dust-pollen.html

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/auto-detailing-101/63100-should-i-wait-until-pollen-season-ends-before-detailing-new-car.html

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/ask-mike-phillips-your-detailing-questions/77443-avoiding-swirls.html



:)

[motion732]

If someone were to develop a pollen-repellent sealant/wax/spray/etc., they'd make millions

[shadwell]

its called a garage.... ie run and hide..