Best way to dry a vehicle?
11-30-2016, 03:16 AM
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Best way to dry a vehicle?
I recently acquired a 2016 SQ5, Daytona Grey Pearl. I was it a couple of times a week and I am having problems drying it off. Everything I use seems to streak or will not pick up the water. Please give me some suggestions on what will work the best. Open for ideas.
11-30-2016, 03:38 AM
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Micro fibre drying towels from The Rag Co. Specifically the ones from (S) Korea.
Is that specific enough
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11-30-2016, 04:02 AM
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11-30-2016, 07:38 AM
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I use microfiber towels and a leaf blower. The blower will get all the water out of the cracks and crevices so it doesn't later run down and leave water marks.
11-30-2016, 07:57 AM
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I'd sample and figure out what fits your style best.
Popular: Dry Me a River Jr.
The Pluffle is new and popular. I have not tried these, but have heard some strong reviews.
I really like the Eagle Edgeless 16" x 16" super plush for drying wheels.
11-30-2016, 08:08 AM
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I've been using the Original Water Blade for years with no ill effects to the paint. Gets the bulk of the water off then finish with large, baffled microfiber towels.
https://www.amazon.com/Original-Wate.../dp/B00II5YADC
https://www.amazon.com/Original-Wate.../dp/B00II5YADC
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12-01-2016, 02:47 PM
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I use the following steps and tools for perfect drying of my new BMW 435i xDrive Gran Coupe M Sport (I had a 2013 Audi S5 previous to this and always used the same techniques):
1) Spray Chemical Guys After Wash drying agent on the wet paint. It helps bead the water off and acts as a lubricant (most of the scratches on a paint are induced in the cleaning and drying stages). http://amzn.to/2grUoOK
2) I use a waffle weave microfiber cloth for drying my paint as they are best for removing water http://amzn.to/2gF73vE
3) Once the paint seems dry, there is always water left in hidden spots and cracks (mirrors, handles, grills, trunk lid, etc) and I use a little blower called the Metro Blaster Sidekick. http://amzn.to/2grS9LJ
With these tools, I never get water that drips on the car when driving after washing and drying it.
Hope this helps!
You can check out detailing videos on my Youtube channel, all these techniques are well explained: https://www.youtube.com/pantheorganizer
1) Spray Chemical Guys After Wash drying agent on the wet paint. It helps bead the water off and acts as a lubricant (most of the scratches on a paint are induced in the cleaning and drying stages). http://amzn.to/2grUoOK
2) I use a waffle weave microfiber cloth for drying my paint as they are best for removing water http://amzn.to/2gF73vE
3) Once the paint seems dry, there is always water left in hidden spots and cracks (mirrors, handles, grills, trunk lid, etc) and I use a little blower called the Metro Blaster Sidekick. http://amzn.to/2grS9LJ
With these tools, I never get water that drips on the car when driving after washing and drying it.
Hope this helps!
You can check out detailing videos on my Youtube channel, all these techniques are well explained: https://www.youtube.com/pantheorganizer
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I use the following steps and tools for perfect drying of my new BMW 435i xDrive Gran Coupe M Sport (I had a 2013 Audi S5 previous to this and always used the same techniques):
1) Spray Chemical Guys After Wash drying agent on the wet paint. It helps bead the water off and acts as a lubricant (most of the scratches on a paint are induced in the cleaning and drying stages). http://amzn.to/2grUoOK
2) I use a waffle weave microfiber cloth for drying my paint as they are best for removing water http://amzn.to/2gF73vE
3) Once the paint seems dry, there is always water left in hidden spots and cracks (mirrors, handles, grills, trunk lid, etc) and I use a little blower called the Metro Blaster Sidekick. http://amzn.to/2grS9LJ
With these tools, I never get water that drips on the car when driving after washing and drying it.
Hope this helps!
You can check out detailing videos on my Youtube channel, all these techniques are well explained: https://www.youtube.com/pantheorganizer
1) Spray Chemical Guys After Wash drying agent on the wet paint. It helps bead the water off and acts as a lubricant (most of the scratches on a paint are induced in the cleaning and drying stages). http://amzn.to/2grUoOK
2) I use a waffle weave microfiber cloth for drying my paint as they are best for removing water http://amzn.to/2gF73vE
3) Once the paint seems dry, there is always water left in hidden spots and cracks (mirrors, handles, grills, trunk lid, etc) and I use a little blower called the Metro Blaster Sidekick. http://amzn.to/2grS9LJ
With these tools, I never get water that drips on the car when driving after washing and drying it.
Hope this helps!
You can check out detailing videos on my Youtube channel, all these techniques are well explained: https://www.youtube.com/pantheorganizer