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Drying after wash

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by Twist18, Jan 18, 2022.

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  1. May 1, 2022 at 7:31 PM
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    scouterjan

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    When you live in the PNW it doesn't matter as it's usually just raining
     
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  2. Aug 25, 2022 at 2:19 PM
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    I prefer Adam's ultra plush drying towels and Adam's exterior detail spray or spray wax as a drying aid. Mist the panels and wipe down. Leaf Blower for wheels, emblems and crevices.

    Lowes has the EGO 650cfm blower on sale for $250 right now with 5Ah battery. A stubby nozzle with blower band can be ordered from Etsy.

    $55 Adam's Polishes Ultra Plush Drying Towel (2 Pack)
    https://www.amazon.com/Adams-Ultra-Plush-Drying-Microfiber/dp/B077NQT7LB?pd_rd_i=B077NQT7LB
    $13 Adam's Polishes Detail Spray (16 fl. oz) - Quick Waterless Detailer Spray for Car Detailing | Polisher Clay Bar & Car Wax Boosting Tech | Add Shine Gloss Depth Paint | Car Wash Kit & Dust Remover
    https://www.amazon.com/Adams-Detail...d=1661461843&sprefix=Adams+det,aps,187&sr=8-5
    $17 Adam's Polishes Spray Wax 16oz - Premium Infused Carnauba Car Wax Spray For Shine, Polish & Top Coat Paint Protection | Car Wash Enhancer & Clay Bar Lubricant | Car Boat Motorcycle RV Detailing
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HXRB5C...p_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWxfdGhlbWF0aWM

    The Rag Company's Gauntlet 20x30 towels and P&S Beadmaker are nice too.
    https://theragcompany.com/products/the-gauntlet?variant=37726064378039
    https://theragcompany.com/collectio...ection/products/ps-detail-products-bead-maker

    P&S Rags to Riches Microfiber Detergent (wash on cold or warm, hang to dry or dry on low no dryer sheets/ fabric softeners)
    https://theragcompany.com/collectio...roducts-rags-to-riches?variant=37726117920951
     
    MGMDesertTaco, Aug 25, 2022
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  3. Aug 31, 2022 at 6:40 PM
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    Electric leaf blower. Best method I've ever used.
     
    ABA180, Aug 31, 2022
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    CTSpruceMica, ace96 and Extra cheesy like this.
  4. Sep 26, 2022 at 1:55 AM
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    I use an electric car drier that is filtered. Then a drying towel to get the left over. It saves the paint from swirl marks but mine is Graphene treated which is amazing!
     
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  5. Sep 29, 2022 at 9:41 AM
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    The Woolly Mammoth drying towel by Chemical Guys. Specially made for drying vehicles. Can dry my Tacoma in just a few minutes and helps prevent scratching.

    FYI as a professional detailer I would be cautious with any leaf blowers. These are not filtered and you could be blowing dust, dirt, pollen or other contaminants back onto your vehicle. Also, even if you have ceramic or any of the other fancy things out there, if the vehicle isn't dried properly, it could leave water marks.
     
    GeorgiaTacoJM, Sep 29, 2022
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  6. Sep 30, 2022 at 11:45 PM
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    The basic Chemical Guys microfiber combined with a drying aid (usually Turtle Wax Wet Ceramic Wax)
     
    RobTacoma22, Sep 30, 2022
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  7. Oct 9, 2022 at 8:45 AM
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    Carpro and gyeon waffle weave towel
     
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    Nowadays, microfiber.[/QUOTE]
    Autozone has real ones. Just not quite as thick as they use to be.
     
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  9. Oct 9, 2022 at 12:43 PM
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    They also clog your dryer vent! Lol if ya run water over it.... it doesn't go through the vent.
     
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    I use a silicone squeegee to get 95% of the water off. Mine looks similar to this.

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  11. Oct 9, 2022 at 2:25 PM
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    These threads are some of my favorite. Detailers have always been passionate about their thing, and I can respect that.

    I stay out of car washes. Hand wash with a microfiber mitt and dish soap, always top down. Dry with a Jelly Blade and an old bath towel. I always intend to polish/wax but never do.

    Oh, the horror.

    Super White is your friend.
     
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    Wash with a wash and wax soap. Then down the road at 60-70mph. Then I finish with a drying towel from Walmart. I use the absorber.
     
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  13. Oct 9, 2022 at 2:45 PM
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    Try whatever tickles your fancy at https://theragcompany.com/

    Great stuff.


    Personally I rinse with dehumidifier water and air dry with a Ryobi shop blower (little leaf blower). Between those two I usually don't have any issues, but then again mine is super white.

    If I needed more I would use a borderless drying towel from the rag company and then a spray lsp to touch up and recoat with a protectany.
     
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  14. Jan 31, 2023 at 9:33 AM
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    squeegee, for me initially, and then a leaf blower. follow that by Griot's PFM towel and you're all set. been doing this for the past 35 yrs on all my cars.
     
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  15. Feb 16, 2023 at 11:48 PM
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    I use either The Rag Company Eagle Edgeless or Gyeon Silk Dryer microfibers along with Carpro EC2O and a Metrovac Masterblaster car dryer.
     
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  16. Mar 15, 2023 at 7:43 AM
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    Backpack leaf blower removes 80-90% of the water, then it’s light quick gentle wipes with a micro fiber, or more preferably a dense 100% cotton towel, including all seams and threads (no polyester). Any remaining water spots get a light mist of detailing spray and a wipe.. water spots on aluminum get microfiber lightly dampened with with rubbing alcohol… takes about 10-15 minutes on my crew cab after putting down the hose
     
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  17. Mar 28, 2023 at 3:09 PM
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    at one point I had a inline hose water filter for a finishing rinse
     
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  18. Mar 28, 2023 at 3:25 PM
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    I only use fabric from the Vicuña, which can only be shorn every three years and has to be caught from the wild, high up in the mountains at dangerous altitudes. Nothing but the best for the taco.
     
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