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Which one of these products best to use for drying? Which is the most unlikely to introduce swirls? I have been using leather chamois for years, but after reading several posts I can see some disadvantages. I just got a new 2005 FX4 crew cab last month, and I got BLACK. I have always been very picky (****) about my trucks. The paint is in pretty good shape. The dealership may have introduced a few swirls. I currently use the two-bucket method and use separate mitts for the body and the tires and wheels. I think I'm going to go over the truck with #9 swirl remover. Paint is very smooth, so I'm not going to clay this time. Then I'm going to put a coat of NXT. Then I thought I would put a coat of #26. I also just bought several of the Meguiars micro fiber towels for wax removal and use with Spray Detailer for dust and fingerprint removal. I have used Zymol for years, but I'm going to give Meguiars a try after all the good reviews on the site.

Really enjoying the site. There seems to be a wealth of knowledge about everything. Thanks in advance for the feedback.

 

I really prefer the Water Magnet (Waffle Weave) drying towel to any chamois. The Super Suede drying towel is nothing more than a synthetic chamois. The chamois is OK for "blotting" dry the paint surface... but not for "wiping" it dry.

Any dirt trapped between the chamois and the paint will cause swirls, as there is no place for the dirt to go. At least the WW provides some cushioning and a place for the dirt to go.

Of course, this is just my opinion.

 

I gave the waffle weave towel a try the other day and I'm VERY impressed. At $7 each at Pep Boys, you can bet I'll be buying SEVERAL more. You can't beat the price on this towel...

I've used several different types of towels over the years and this one is a very good one!

RP

 

RP,

Since my truck is new a looks pretty good with just very light swirls would I be better to use #9, then NXT or #80, then NXT? No matter I plant to add an extra coat of carnauba for dept and protection, or would two coats of NXT be best?

Sorry for all the questions? I just want to take the best care of the BLACK.

Thanks!

 

Very light... without seeing them and going on your description, I'd probably elect to go with neither and see if NXT, alone, will take care of it. If it doesn't, maybe a #9.

RP

 

RP,

Thanks for the information. Pic of my truck. Not as close up as needed, but I still think you can see it doesn't look bad.

https://www.f150online.com/galleries/pictureview.cfm?pnum=122370&anum=8495

 

Always try the least aggressive procuct first, then, if that doesn't work, gradually work your way up, that way you don't do more damage than is necessary.

:-)

 

Question about the waffle weave towels. Is the preferred method of use just to blot the water off or is it ok to wipe it off with these towels?

Joe

 

LINY,

If you are using good quality WW towels and you have washed the vehicle properly, then "lightly" wiping the surface is fine. The "blotting" method is recommended for using the chamois type products. (natural or synthetic)

To make the drying process even safer and better, try the following:

After washing, flood rinse the vehicle to minimize the standing water.
Get some good QD (better yet a 50/50 mix of Poorboy's Spray & Wipe and a good QD)
Very lightly mist the surface to be dried with the QD (or mix).
Then take the WW and lightly spread any remaining water and the QD (or mix). Then flip the WW (or use another WW) to very lightly wipe the area dry.
Move to the next section and repeat.

Hope this helps.

 

Thanks Boss. I tried the flood rinse for the first time the other day and was surprised how good it works. I just read about the QD mixture while drying the other day so now I have another process to try and perfect. Thanks again for the info.

Joe

 

After I dry I fire up the leaf blower to move all stading water in the creases and terry towel dry as I blow.