From further research I have read that the CA water blade actually uses a silicone based blade that will not scratch or haze the paint. Is there anyone else out there that uses this tool to dry their cars with?? I just seem kind of skeptical about using a squeege type tool to dry my car with .

 

several of us do...

tips:

1. never let it touch the ground
2. always rinse it before using
3. after rinsing, feel the blade- any roughness must be corrected, or trash it
4. remove water by wide sweeps across the car as the air flows over it while you are driving- not looking for perfection, just trying to remove a large amount of water
5. follow up with a big blue type drying towel
6. sometimes i also use a leaf blower with the blade- especially on larger cars- the blower is good at getting water outta cracks and crevices

the blade will reduce the amount of time it takes to dry the car... again this is more noticeable on larger cars

 

i wouldn't use it. wanabe and i differ on that. Keep your car waxed, use the waterfall method, then use a 16"x16" MF towel to dry your car entire car.

 

I have used it on my S and it works ok, just be careful and to clean it. i didnt and it gave me some surface scratches.

Ubetit, whats the waterfall method?

 

I use the waterblade also, combined with Cobra Supreme Guzzler towels!!!!

Like wanabe said, dont drop it, clean i, and you will be good to go

 

For your final rinse remove any attachment you have on your hose. Start at the top of the car and work your way around and down the car just letting the stream of water sheet off and take any water with it. I'm going to make a video this weekend. I've been doing this for 10+ years and i'm surprised more don't use it becasue there is virtually no water on my car after this method.

 

im guessing the water fall method is just keep the car properly waxed and water will bead and just drip off the car.

i used to think i took to long and let one side dry up. but it just runs off.

haha

but in sunlight i can see the blade working better. since u gotta act quick

 

Not quite. There is a method to it.

 

i use the waterblade. you must just be careful to keep the blade part clean and the plastic handle part away from the body to prevent any scratches. it's great for getting a majority of the water off. just touch up the rest with your standard drying cloth.

 

im listening....