Best way to dry your car after a good wash

vtec to vvel · 05-09-2015, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

One of these you can control (towel scratches), and one of these you cannot control (chips/scratches/dings). I have seen what improper towel use can do to paint. No thank you.

so get a proper towel, something you can control. i've never had an issue with towel scratches....

JARblue · 05-09-2015, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by vtec to vvel

so get a proper towel, something you can control. i've never had an issue with towel scratches....

And proper technique

But since watching Junkman's video and trying it out, I've been very happy with the leaf blower method. It is easier and more convenient for me, plus there are none of the worries you have with using towels. I've had to do minor paint correction myself even with proper technique - just trying to get too much use out of one towel. The only thing I can think might happen with the leaf blower is I drop it, but the one I got only weighs 7 lbs and barely cost more than one of my drying towels

vtec to vvel · 05-09-2015, 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

And proper technique

But since watching Junkman's video and trying it out, I've been very happy with the leaf blower method. It is easier and more convenient for me, plus there are none of the worries you have with using towels. I've done minor paint correction myself even with proper technique just trying to get too much use out of one towel. The only thing I can think might happen with the leaf blower is I drop it, but the one I got only weighs 7 lbs and barely cost more than one of my drying towels

how much do drying towels cost?

JARblue · 05-09-2015, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by vtec to vvel

how much do drying towels cost?

For large ones they can easily run $20 or more. I'm not going to argue whether they are overpriced (lots are). But I have one that's practically the size of the Z roof that cost way more than $20. I would never have paid for it myself though; I won it in a giveaway.

vtec to vvel · 05-09-2015, 10:54 PM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

For large ones they can easily run $20 or more. I'm not going to argue whether they are overpriced (lots are). But I have one that's practically the size of the Z roof that cost way more than $20. I would never have paid for it myself though; I won it in a giveaway.

damn, $20+ for a towel lol

Junkman2008 · 05-10-2015, 12:33 AM

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Originally Posted by need4speed255

Thanks Junkman. I new I saw a video of yours about the process somewhere but you have too many videos to weed through now.

A question for you and others. What process are you using to clean your car if it is only road dust on the surface? Only dust and it has not gotten wet yet. Car duster and detail spray?

You know, you can use the search feature on my channel to search through my videos.

As for dust, I do one of two things. I blow the dust off with my Master Blaster or I just wash the car again. I don't fool with a towel and detail spray. That's how swirls get created. But if you must go that route, these videos are the ones you need to watch.

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Originally Posted by JARblue

One of these you can control (towel scratches), and one of these you cannot control (chips/scratches/dings). I have seen what improper towel use can do to paint. No thank you.

kenchan · 05-10-2015, 07:31 AM

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Originally Posted by vtec to vvel

dang, props to those who actually use a leaf blower, but IMO that's just going overboard. just drive down the expressway.

and to the user that is worried about scratching up your car with a towel, dude, really? if you're worried about a towel scratching up your car, what about the rocks and pebbles that hit the front of your bumper? if the person in front of you decides to burn out at a green light, think of the debris that their rear tires are shooting towards the front of your car. if you drive over a newly-paved road, think of the loose gravel that will bounce around your car.

needz coaching

Ni55anPat · 05-10-2015, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by roadrash666

4hp or 8hp? I paid 310 for my 8 horse and that was the best price I could find anywhere.

4HP. Couldn't justify the 8HP in price

RonRizz · 05-10-2015, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

needz coaching

or doesn't care enough

kenchan · 05-10-2015, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by RonRizz

or doesn't care enough

he must be related to HEK

vtec to vvel · 05-10-2015, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

needz coaching

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Originally Posted by RonRizz

or doesn't care enough

or a little bit of both. please enlighten me

Junkman2008 · 05-10-2015, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by RonRizz

or doesn't care enough

Yes, there are people out there like that, which makes me wonder why they didn't just buy a Geo Metro instead of a nice Z.

Junkman2008 · 05-10-2015, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by vtec to vvel

or a little bit of both. please enlighten me

You cannot unplug a mind before it is ready. Until you are ready, you will never understand.

If you ever decide that you are ready for the red pill, your journey starts here. Be careful, that rabbit hole is DEEP.

mliebs · 05-10-2015, 10:52 AM

Junkman, I just finished watching some of your videos and found them quite entertaining and informative. I have a quick question for you. I have a UDM (ultimate detailing machine) which is a Porter Cable, and a Flex 3401. I recently purchased a 2015 370z and plan on clay baring it and polishing it when I'm on vacation next month. I only plan on using Menzerna Super Finish after using the clay but wanted to know if a green pad was good enough or if I should go to a white pad. I have a couple of white pads but have several green pads that I've never used. I'm currently using Lake Country pads but have about 6 green pads from properautocare that they don't make any more. It looks like they were probably made by Lake Country (due to the pattern on the front) but they have rounded edges and the back half of the pad is blue instead of being solid green. Do you have any suggestions? I'm also using Blackfire Wet Diamond or Wolfgang 3.0 sealant when I'm finished (I have both on hand).

kenchan · 05-10-2015, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Junkman2008

Yes, there are people out there like that, which makes me wonder why they didn't just buy a Geo Metro instead of a nice Z.

I dont think he was even born when the metro was out humilating its driver.

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mliebs Base Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 29 Drives: 2015 370z Sport Tech Rep Power: 10	Junkman, I just finished watching some of your videos and found them quite entertaining and informative. I have a quick question for you. I have a UDM (ultimate detailing machine) which is a Porter Cable, and a Flex 3401. I recently purchased a 2015 370z and plan on clay baring it and polishing it when I'm on vacation next month. I only plan on using Menzerna Super Finish after using the clay but wanted to know if a green pad was good enough or if I should go to a white pad. I have a couple of white pads but have several green pads that I've never used. I'm currently using Lake Country pads but have about 6 green pads from properautocare that they don't make any more. It looks like they were probably made by Lake Country (due to the pattern on the front) but they have rounded edges and the back half of the pad is blue instead of being solid green. Do you have any suggestions? I'm also using Blackfire Wet Diamond or Wolfgang 3.0 sealant when I'm finished (I have both on hand).