And on top of all that, that’s what waxing is for, both to even out micro imperfections in the paint and to serve as a sacrificial protective layer.

The paint is the sealer that will keep that area protected, but first the rust should probably be removed or neutralized via physical means (grinding) or an acid.

If you think the interaction is weird, stop doing it. Shaking hands is like an introduction thing, not an every time I see someone thing. That’s too much contact.

Goldfinger & THPS

For a good long while I just contorted, but I have some mobility/flexibility issues after a shoulder injury and got a long handled brush, and they’re so much easier.