Yeah, I think I got it from Halfords too, just keep squeezing the chamois out till you've got most of the excess water off, then finish off with micro towel.
Over the years I've tried Chamois leathers, artificial chammies.
I get best results with :
Bucket of cold plain water, dunk in a microfibre cloth, wring it out and wipe over one/two panels at at time.
Repeat step above as many times as it takes.
Over the years I've tried Chamois leathers, artificial chammies.
I get best results with :
Bucket of cold plain water, dunk in a microfibre cloth, wring it out and wipe over one/two panels at at time.
Repeat step above as many times as it takes.
Yeah, I think I got it from Halfords too, just keep squeezing the chamois out till you've got most of the excess water off, then finish off with micro towel.
Over the years I've tried Chamois leathers, artificial chammies.
I get best results with :
Bucket of cold plain water, dunk in a microfibre cloth, wring it out and wipe over one/two panels at at time.
Repeat step above as many times as it takes.
Yeah, I think I got it from Halfords too, just keep squeezing the chamois out till you've got most of the excess water off, then finish off with micro towel.
Over the years I've tried Chamois leathers, artificial chammies.
I get best results with :
Bucket of cold plain water, dunk in a microfibre cloth, wring it out and wipe over one/two panels at at time.
Repeat step above as many times as it takes.
I'm with "Old Codger" on this one. I can't really see why you're having problems with the big drying towel unless maybe you're not soaking it first as suggested above. Chamois leathers are not seen so much nowadays on detailing channels where just about everyone uses the big microfiber for drying followed by one of the QD products.
Over the years I've tried Chamois leathers, artificial chammies.
I get best results with :
Bucket of cold plain water, dunk in a microfibre cloth, wring it out and wipe over one/two panels at at time.
Repeat step above as many times as it takes.
I'm with "Old Codger" on this one. I can't really see why you're having problems with the big drying towel unless maybe you're not soaking it first as suggested above. Chamois leathers are not seen so much nowadays on detailing channels where just about everyone uses the big microfiber for drying followed by one of the QD products.
If I am honest, I did not know you have to soak the towel!! So you think I should douse it in a bucket, wring it out, then use that to dry?? Just almost seems counter-productive lol :lol: But if it works I will certainly try it!
Over the years I've tried Chamois leathers, artificial chammies.
I get best results with :
Bucket of cold plain water, dunk in a microfibre cloth, wring it out and wipe over one/two panels at at time.
Repeat step above as many times as it takes.
I'm with "Old Codger" on this one. I can't really see why you're having problems with the big drying towel unless maybe you're not soaking it first as suggested above. Chamois leathers are not seen so much nowadays on detailing channels where just about everyone uses the big microfiber for drying followed by one of the QD products.
If I am honest, I did not know you have to soak the towel!! So you think I should douse it in a bucket, wring it out, then use that to dry?? Just almost seems counter-productive lol [emoji38] But if it works I will certainly try it!
Got a large and thick micro fibre towel from Polished Bliss, works very well. I do use a flexible blade very gently to remove most of the surplus water.
I'd say avoid using a Chamois as it can cause scratches from dirt getting trapped. Same as the squeegee blade. Your best bet is a good microfibre drying towel. I've had a few but the best one I've used so far is this:
I'd say avoid using a Chamois as it can cause scratches from dirt getting trapped. Same as the squeegee blade. Your best bet is a good microfibre drying towel. I've had a few but the best one I've used so far is this:
I'd say avoid using a Chamois as it can cause scratches from dirt getting trapped. Same as the squeegee blade. Your best bet is a good microfibre drying towel. I've had a few but the best one I've used so far is this:
If I am honest, I did not know you have to soak the towel!! So you think I should douse it in a bucket, wring it out, then use that to dry?? Just almost seems counter-productive lol :lol: But if it works I will certainly try it!
Quoted from one of the many detailing website on the net and YouTube:
"Do you use microfiber cloths wet or dry?
Bear in mind, when using microfiber cloths the general rule of thumb is to use wet for cleaning and dry for dusting. When using wet, wring out as much water as possible before cleaning. This increases absorbency as well as the fiber's ability to pick up dirt and residue."
Thank you all for your responses! It seems the general belief is to use a microfibre drying towel, but ensure it is soaked then wrung out before apply to the car.
I'll give this a shot next time I wash my car, and see how it looks.
This is the towel I currently use....Maybe it's a crap one for the job?!
Can you guys link some good towels as well please? ( I have seen the one above)
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