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camaro2ssblack · 09-01-2010, 08:12 PM

what is the proper way to clean a california duster? The website says it works better when its dirty and your not supposed to clean it....I am not buying that but wanted to ask...mine is super dirty after a few weeks of everyday use.

RichieRich · 09-01-2010, 08:14 PM

Buy one especially on dark cars. Best thing I ever bought for my car!

Agent Atomic Orange · 09-01-2010, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by SSOOCH

Love my California Duster!!

I have seen pics of how well you love yours! LOL

2LTRS · 09-01-2010, 09:31 PM

They are great if used correctly. Check out Junkman's proper use of waterless wash videos so your not grinding the dust into your finish. Yes he shows you how to use a california duster

Junkman2008 · 09-02-2010, 06:18 AM

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Originally Posted by cgraves

what is the proper way to clean a california duster? The website says it works better when its dirty and your not supposed to clean it....I am not buying that but wanted to ask...mine is super dirty after a few weeks of everyday use.

Buy it, or buy a new one when you feel that yours is too dirty. I have 2 that haven't been washed in years (and will never be washed), and they work perfectly fine. The manufacturer knows their product. Follow their recommendations. Not following their recommendations is why so many people scratch the hell out of their paint with the CA Duster.

Gramps · 09-02-2010, 07:53 AM

Like the Junkman said...they work fine. I'd be lost without mine. Make sure you don't keep it in the bag it comes in. Hang it up so that the bristles hang directly down. Don't spray anything on it, don't wash it (its treated), and just ever-so-gently touch the surface (if the bristles are bent over,,,you are putting too much pressure).

Have fun.

SSOOCH · 09-02-2010, 08:41 AM

It's true, the dirtier they get the better they work. I've been using the same one since 2002!

kjd15 · 09-02-2010, 09:02 AM

I have one, and have not washed it but I find it deposits wax-like streaks on the car (used it on the black '68 for dust it gathered in the garage).

Don't know if I'm doing something wrong or what.

Junkman2008 · 09-02-2010, 09:04 AM

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Originally Posted by kjd15

I have one, and have not washed it but I find it deposits wax-like streaks on the car (used it on the black '68 for dust it gathered in the garage).

Don't know if I'm doing something wrong or what.

Did you soak it on newspapers for 24 hours as the instructions say to do when new?

kjd15 · 09-02-2010, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Junkman2008

Did you soak it on newspapers for 24 hours as the instructions say to do when new?

I don't recall seeing those instructions. Maybe I should just buy a new one.

DetailAddict · 09-02-2010, 09:46 AM

i have heard great things about it when it used correctly and CLEAN! However, I have seen too many destruction by improper use... :(

jdnick · 09-02-2010, 10:47 AM

If you follow the manufacturer's instructions and don't apply pressure(just let weight of duster do the work), it works great

rmnc3r · 09-02-2010, 11:42 AM

Not to hijack the thread, but has anyone else tried washing their duster?

I throw mine in the wash with my microfibers, but do not dry it in the Dryer.
After washing, I put it back on the wand and let it hang dry for a day or two,
then I give it a liberal coating of Endust or Pledge. The instructions says that
it is coated with 'a special paraffin wax' by the manufacturer. Obviously washing
will remove the wax so I try to reinvigorate with Endust or Pledge. After spraying,
I let it hang for a day or two to allow it to dry out. I have a couple dusters and
try to rotate them.

It seems to work pretty well and I'm at ease knowing that I don't have a duster
that is dirty black and full of dust, dirt and grime.

tjd24 · 09-02-2010, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by 2LTRS

They are great if used correctly. Check out Junkman's proper use of waterless wash videos so your not grinding the dust into your finish. Yes he shows you how to use a california duster

Thanks for posting - great videos by AJ - I'm now a new fan and Adam's customer. Should be mandatory viewing for every Car owner let alone Camaro owners!

09-01-2010, 09:31 PM	#18
2LTRS Detailing Connoisseur Drives: 2010 Rally Yellow 2LT RS Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Lakewood, ca Posts: 1,131	They are great if used correctly. Check out Junkman's proper use of waterless wash videos so your not grinding the dust into your finish. Yes he shows you how to use a california duster __________________

09-02-2010, 07:53 AM	#20
Gramps Drives: 2011 1LT/RJT/Auto/ Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Western NY Posts: 104	Like the Junkman said...they work fine. I'd be lost without mine. Make sure you don't keep it in the bag it comes in. Hang it up so that the bristles hang directly down. Don't spray anything on it, don't wash it (its treated), and just ever-so-gently touch the surface (if the bristles are bent over,,,you are putting too much pressure). Have fun. __________________

09-02-2010, 08:41 AM	#21
SSOOCH Camaro SL,UTs Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/RS #16429 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: South Jordan, UT Posts: 7,358 View My Garage	It's true, the dirtier they get the better they work. I've been using the same one since 2002! __________________

09-02-2010, 09:02 AM	#22
kjd15 Finally!! Drives: '10 2LT Summit white, '68 Camaro Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Westchester, NY Posts: 1,075	I have one, and have not washed it but I find it deposits wax-like streaks on the car (used it on the black '68 for dust it gathered in the garage). Don't know if I'm doing something wrong or what. __________________ -Karen SW 2LT Ordered 9/30/09 November 28, 2009 - Delivered!!!

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09-01-2010, 08:12 PM	#15
camaro2ssblack Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS - Black on Black Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Jackson, TN Posts: 731	what is the proper way to clean a california duster? The website says it works better when its dirty and your not supposed to clean it....I am not buying that but wanted to ask...mine is super dirty after a few weeks of everyday use.

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09-02-2010, 09:46 AM	#25
DetailAddict Drives: . Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Santa Clara Posts: 461	i have heard great things about it when it used correctly and CLEAN! However, I have seen too many destruction by improper use... :(

09-02-2010, 10:47 AM	#26
jdnick Drives: 2010 M6 CGM HPE550 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Weldon Springs MO Posts: 66	If you follow the manufacturer's instructions and don't apply pressure(just let weight of duster do the work), it works great

09-02-2010, 11:42 AM	#27
rmnc3r Drives: me up the wall. Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Lakewood, CA Posts: 471	Not to hijack the thread, but has anyone else tried washing their duster? I throw mine in the wash with my microfibers, but do not dry it in the Dryer. After washing, I put it back on the wand and let it hang dry for a day or two, then I give it a liberal coating of Endust or Pledge. The instructions says that it is coated with 'a special paraffin wax' by the manufacturer. Obviously washing will remove the wax so I try to reinvigorate with Endust or Pledge. After spraying, I let it hang for a day or two to allow it to dry out. I have a couple dusters and try to rotate them. It seems to work pretty well and I'm at ease knowing that I don't have a duster that is dirty black and full of dust, dirt and grime.