06-29-2009, 09:06 PM | #1 |
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No Swirl Towels
I checked out the Zaino towels and those look great. Do you people use the towels to actually clean (scrub)the vehicle with the Zaino wash? Or are you just using them to buff? If not, what are you using to scrub the vehicle?
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06-29-2009, 09:35 PM | #2 |
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I use a lambswool mit the clean the car with. Scrub is a harsh word when talking about washing your Camaro.
What I have been using those towels for is when I polish with Z2 or Z5 or when I spray with Z6. I use the applicator pad for applying the polish and those towels are amazing for removing the polish residue. They are the softest towels I have ever used. I am a first time Zaino user so this is just what I have been doing. Apparently I have been using to much Z7 to wash the car with. So I am no expert. I supposed you could use one to wash the car with and it would work great. |
06-29-2009, 09:46 PM | #3 |
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LOL scrub is harsh. I'm assuming that mit doesn't make any swirl marks? How many times have you used it on your car? I've been reading many posts and they say to stay away from "made in china" / "made in pakastan" Because they're not 100% cotton. What do you think.
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06-29-2009, 10:06 PM | #4 | |
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When I do get something more stubborn I will use a little pressure at a time with the mit. My car will never see a car wash or someone elses hand unless they can prove to me they are as good as the Tropicare guy. Again no expert just someone being anal about my car. I will apply some more coats of Z5 for the few I see before using someone like Steve to get rid of them. |
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06-29-2009, 10:22 PM | #5 |
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I've used 100% sheepskin and/or chenile mitts to wash my cars as well as those I detail.
A "key" to preventing marks/blemishes is to rinse the car very well prior to washing. Also, its important to make sure the mitt is completely "debris free" and clean. Always, start top to bottom. Never wash lower portions first. Use a separate mitt for wheels. And use plenty of soap. The towels are used for drying and polish removal in my case. |
06-29-2009, 10:42 PM | #6 |
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I'm picking up my car this week, and i've instructed the dealer NOT to wash it until I got there to inspect the towels. LOL, talk about anal. Thanks for the help I will buy those mits, do you have a link?
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06-29-2009, 10:44 PM | #7 | |
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06-30-2009, 04:37 AM | #8 |
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For washing i use 2 sheep skin for the body of car one for upper half one for lower half using 2 buckets. For rims and tires another bucket for that with a using soft foam for rims with a brush for tires.
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06-30-2009, 06:43 AM | #9 |
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What about microfiber for washing?
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06-30-2009, 08:06 AM | #10 |
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07-04-2009, 07:28 AM | #11 |
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Moose,
When you rinse the car prior to washing...do you use the hose with a spray or free flow water from the hose? |
07-04-2009, 01:18 PM | #12 | |
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I actually use a microfiber wash mitt from Meguiars. I've heard bad things about microfiber, and they are definitely not unfounded. But this Meguiars one is good. It's plush and has tons of loops, which lift contaminants away from the surface. No swirl marks, so it's working for me. To dry the surface, I use a super absorbent towel made by Meguiars. One towel can usually do the entire car.
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07-06-2009, 06:21 PM | #13 |
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I just got my order of Zaino BLONDE TOWELS.. holy S#$T these are so soft! No boarders, I think I'm going to get more. I am impressed by Zaino, not only their exceptional products, but the attention to detail. Directions in every package, customer service, what a professional company. OH.. and MADE IN THE GREATEST COUNTRY on earth.
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07-06-2009, 08:27 PM | #14 |
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