How do you clean the undercarriage of your rig?

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Hey guys, curious to see how you all clean the underside of your vehicle, is it okay to power wash it?

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It shouldn't be an issue. Stay away from connectors. Be aware of wheRe your fluids run off
 

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Usually let driving in the rain do most of it but otherwise a pressure washer or park over a sprinkler.
 
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Hit up the local car wash.. Have one not to far away that has the DIY bay and unlimited time in there is like $6 so I usually bring a tarp and set it down to help keep me from sitting in water and lay down and pressure was away!!
 

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I thought they were self-cleaning?... ;)

We have been considering a pressure washer for the rest of the rig though. Some of this New Mexico soil turns to concrete when it dries. I'd like to have a gas powered unit for the PSI but don't have room to store it. The electric versions are "ok" but don't have much pressure... anyone have any suggestions?
 

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I thought they were self-cleaning?... ;)

We have been considering a pressure washer for the rest of the rig though. Some of this New Mexico soil turns to concrete when it dries. I'd like to have a gas powered unit for the PSI but don't have room to store it. The electric versions are "ok" but don't have much pressure... anyone have any suggestions?

A tooth brush and a bucket of water :tearsofjoy:
 

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Big puddles or creek crossings. That is how I do it. Not any salt to worry about here in Austin TX though so its not all that important.