Synthetic Chamois (Absorber) for drying

Tribalpinoy911 · 07-19-2018, 10:43 AM

Simple question, are these safe to use on cars without leaving swirls scratches etc?

finalfantasyfan · 07-20-2018, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Tribalpinoy911

Simple question, are these safe to use on cars without leaving swirls scratches etc?

It is ok as long as you are doing blot dry(don't drag it on the paint surface). Microfiber waffle weave drying towel is what I am using for 1st stage drying. I will use plush microfiber towel for 2nd stage drying. If I clay/polish my car, I won't do 2nd stage drying.

vanbmw · 07-20-2018, 01:39 PM

I vote no. They tend to be stickier and "grab" the paint more. The good microfiber drying towels do an excellent job. Personally I use a blower first (leaf blower) then use a waffle weave drying towel I got from Detailed image to spot dry. It works really well.

Tribalpinoy911 · 07-20-2018, 01:56 PM

You guys have any links to your recommended products? Thanks!

435MSport6Speed · 07-20-2018, 09:35 PM

I've used one for years. Swirl free. Big fan.

CDJohn1223 · 07-21-2018, 07:44 AM

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Originally Posted by 435MSport6Speed

I've used one for years. Swirl free. Big fan.

Same

sspade · 07-21-2018, 08:53 AM

I used to be diehard chamois guy but switched to a super plush drying towel a few years ago. I currently have Adam's grey borderless towels and they are amazingly soft and absorbent. I found very similar ones on eBay for half the price and will definitely buy these once my current set wears out.

The key is making sure they are made in a country known for high quality textiles. Not usually the USA.

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?m...2F323298486568

Tribalpinoy911 · 07-21-2018, 09:24 AM

You guys use the blot technique or drag?

sspade · 07-21-2018, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Tribalpinoy911

You guys use the blot technique or drag?

To be honest, I drag. Im just very careful about starting at the top (cleanest part or vehicle) and working my way down to the rockers. Also... I regularly wring as well as "snap" the towel really hard in an attempt to liberate any particles that may have been picked up. Also, I have two fresh towels dedicated to the body ONLY and one old body towel that has been demoted to wheel drying. I treat these the towels just like my clothes and wash every use to keep them fresh and soft.

finalfantasyfan · 07-21-2018, 11:24 AM

This is what I am using. http://a.co/jaGbTcc.

vanbmw · 07-22-2018, 02:28 PM

I have a few of these. Work great!

https://www.detailedimage.com/DI-Mic...00/16-x-16-S2/

mcleod52 · 07-24-2018, 01:15 AM

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Originally Posted by finalfantasyfan

This is what I am using. http://a.co/jaGbTcc.

Been using these for 4 years, love them

Busa1 · 07-24-2018, 08:42 AM

This is what I use with a drying aid (Meguiar's D156 or Wolfgang Uber Rinseless diluted down as a quick detailer)

https://www.carpro-us.com/microfiber...crazy-25-x-17/

louielouie · 07-24-2018, 01:01 PM

Platinum Pluffle is a game changer.

Tribalpinoy911 · 07-24-2018, 01:04 PM

So I would be ok with the synthetic chamois as long as i don't drag?

Thanks guys for all the links!

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vanbmw Major 130 Rep 1,101 Posts Drives: 2015 Black 335i Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (0)	I vote no. They tend to be stickier and "grab" the paint more. The good microfiber drying towels do an excellent job. Personally I use a blower first (leaf blower) then use a waffle weave drying towel I got from Detailed image to spot dry. It works really well.
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sspade Major General 2465 Rep 5,457 Posts Drives: F30 Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Stevenson, WA iTrader: (3) Garage List 2016 BMW 320i [7.87] 2014 BMW 328i [6.83]	I used to be diehard chamois guy but switched to a super plush drying towel a few years ago. I currently have Adam's grey borderless towels and they are amazingly soft and absorbent. I found very similar ones on eBay for half the price and will definitely buy these once my current set wears out. The key is making sure they are made in a country known for high quality textiles. Not usually the USA. https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?m...2F323298486568
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vanbmw Major 130 Rep 1,101 Posts Drives: 2015 Black 335i Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (0)	I have a few of these. Work great! https://www.detailedimage.com/DI-Mic...00/16-x-16-S2/
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Busa1 Captain 273 Rep 798 Posts Drives: M4 and 435i xDrive M-Sport Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: East Coast iTrader: (4)	This is what I use with a drying aid (Meguiar's D156 or Wolfgang Uber Rinseless diluted down as a quick detailer) https://www.carpro-us.com/microfiber...crazy-25-x-17/ __________________
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Tribalpinoy911 First Lieutenant 93 Rep 397 Posts Drives: F34 Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: NV iTrader: (0)	So I would be ok with the synthetic chamois as long as i don't drag? Thanks guys for all the links!
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