NJJTT

Really trying to keep our new TT in top form at all times. Have never used either. Bought a California Car Duster but haven't used it yet. Assume it's only good for removing dust and shouldn't be used to remove dirt? Haven't seen the California Water Blade, but the idea makes sense to me. The description sounds much better than a plain squeegee (sp?), ie, medical grade silicone with T-Shape to help avoid dirt/scratching. Would really appreciate any first hand experiences/opinions.

SkyPiloTT

I think it's great for exactly what you suggested. I usually follow up a Cali Dusting with some Zaino quick spray and the TT simply sparkles. Have not tried the blade yet as I went with the Absorber, another Forum recommendation--and a great one. The Duster and Absorber are available at Wal-Mart.

AkRascal

works very well and never touches the surface... anything that touches the paint, including the Duster has the potential for scratching/swirling... use the Duster with a light touch and only for dust.<p><img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/AudiWorldPics/2000/akracttq.jpg" border="0">

EighTT

I carry 3 California Dusters at all times in my roadster's trunk. The oldest and dirtiest one is only for the wheels and exhaust tips. For removal of brake dust, I don't think there is a better solution short of a washing.

The newer Duster is for the paint. I also have a mini-duster, which I use for the dash and cockpit area. They are not a substitute for a good wash, but they do a very good job of keeping your TT looking nice between washings.<p><img src="http://home.san.rr.com/winefinds/1.jpg" border="0">

<B>Brad Willis</B>

<FONT COLOR="#FF6600">2001 225q TT Roadster
No Borla
No Garrett
No Stickers</FONT>

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Wando

I assume you mean a garden blower or air broom which has no intake air filter and therefore sucks in dust, accelerates it to xxxmph and directs it at your paintwork, not so good an idea huh!

AkRascal

Certainly no particles big enuf to do as you suggest... I may be strange (according to my wife), but I am not nuts, thank you. Altho, come to think of it, she suggests that I am nuts too, maybe you are correct.<p><img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/AudiWorldPics/2000/akracttq.jpg" border="0">

Jenner

<p>-Jenner
'00 TTqX Garrett Stage II, Borla, H&R Sport Springs, Stable Energies Shoulder Harness Bar, Deist 6 point Race Harnesses, LLTEK rear light covers, LLTEK floor mats, Valentine 1, Custom stereo, 3M tint, etc.</a>

christopherjs

I've been using the duster for over a year now and the blade for a few months. The duster comes in real handy to get all of that bright green pollen off my dark green camaro (don't have a TT yet... :-)
Basically the duster will get off anything, and only things, that you could move by lightly dragging a terry cloth across the surface...but the stuff sticks to it really well. I will sometimes use it to clean off the new towel fuzz or wax dust.
The blade works great, but don't expect it to be the end-all for drying. It's great for sheeting a majority of the water off to the towels don't get soaked to damn quick, but you still need to go over it since it leaves lines at the edge of its path. (I also find it helpful to hold a towel to wipe the blade with while using it).
I noticed someone mentioned the Absorber... I used that thing for a while but it seems to suck the shine off the car. It comes back if you rewash and dry with a towel. Anyone else notice this?<p>Don't have a TT yet... :-(