what to use to dry the car?

[ak]

After wash, what should I use to dry the car? I've been using cotton towel but want better option since that leaves water mark everywhere...

Has anyone used those leather drying mit thing?

I tried using the water blade thing ( http://www.autosportcatalog.com/index.cfm?fa=p&pid=560&sc=1403 ) a friend of mine had and although they claim no scratches, I think it did leave a long scratch.

 

[RPM217]

what to use

if there is any dirt on the car when you use the blade (or on the blade) you will scratch the paint, otherwise it works great. I've started to use the MF towels, and they do a really nice job, and absorb alot of water. Give 'em a try

 

[RoNSX]

Drying my Car

I've taken to using my leaf blower. I use a gas leaf blower, but I know others using electric blowers. Gets water out of places a towel couldn't touch, and as long as you are careful not to kick up any dust or dirt, there is no chance of scratching the surface. Plus it only takes about a minute to thoroughly dry my car.

 

[KGP]

Microfiber waffle weave towel.

 

[ak]

So no one has tried the leather mit joint? Also is the microfiber towel readily available at regular stores?

 

[DetailersParadise]

I agree. Waffle weave microfiber is the way to go. One towel should do an NSX. I like to keep a couple around, so I can wash them as a full load. Clink the link for more info.

Waffle Weave

 

[Autophile]

Also is the microfiber towel readily available at regular stores?

Right now, at least in the Sacramento region, Costco is selling the microfiber towels for a great price. They are selling packs of 12 for $8.95. This is a steal, IMO.

Before I knew about the Costco deal, I was buying them from Kragen's (auto parts store) for $11 a piece!

 

[nsxtasy]

After wash, what should I use to dry the car? I've been using cotton towel but want better option since that leaves water mark everywhere...

All-cotton towels are very soft and won't hurt the finish. They shouldn't leave water marks at all, except if they are too wet to remove the moisture.

What I do is to use them in two steps. First I go over the finish with a cotton towel simply to reduce the amount of water on the finish (it will get very wet very quickly due to those huge water beads on my nicely-Zymoled finish). Then I go over the finish a second time with several dry cotton towels, grabbing more as needed, to soak up ALL the water on the surface.

All-cotton detailing towels are around $13 for a bag of 48 at Sam's Club, or $11 for a bag of 36 at Costco. Keep a lot of them on hand when you're detailing, so you don't have to scrimp on them. If one gets too wet to dry the finish, or falls on the ground, just grab another and another.

 

[ak]

on my nicely-Zymoled finish

You had to go there huh? Actually I zymoled my car too(just cleaner wax though) so I guess I should use your method...

 

[Acura NsX Pilot]

Question: Is the absorber a microfiber towel ?.....its what i like to use and it does a great job IMO.

 

[KGP]

Question: Is the absorber a microfiber towel ?.....its what i like to use and it does a great job IMO.

No, it's not. I used to use it, but found that I liked the MF better.

 

[tararan]

Question: Is the absorber a microfiber towel ?.....its what i like to use and it does a great job IMO.

the absorber does the job well. mostly if you are using Eagle One "wax as you dry" spray.

 

[ANYTIME]

Right now, at least in the Sacramento region, Costco is selling the microfiber towels for a great price. They are selling packs of 12 for $8.95. This is a steal, IMO.

I just bought a few packs of these. Great deal. Check it out, before they go away!

 

[allkingz]

I tried the water blade a few years ago, but wasn't impressed.

What I do is to use them in two steps. First I go over the finish with a cotton towel simply to reduce the amount of water on the finish (it will get very wet very quickly due to those huge water beads on my nicely-Zymoled finish). Then I go over the finish a second time with several dry cotton towels, grabbing more as needed, to soak up ALL the water on the surface.

I do this as well. This is the best procedure I've tried that dries the car completely without leaving any water marks.

Also, I avoid drying the car in the sun. In my experience, I can't dry the car fast enough to prevent water spots.

 

[NsSeX]

i use the chami?(not sure of spelling) that leather towel thingy? and i found that works well without leaving any scratches or swirl marks. but yeah would the microfiber or cotton detail towels be a better bet? because i haven't used the chami on my nsx yet. used it on my accord and have no marks.

 

[ak]

Well, I tried using Microfiber towel today after a wash and man, was it amazing! It left no water mark whatsoever! Its nice not having to follow a wash with quick detailer. thanks for the comments here...very helpful as usual.