How do you dry your car after a wash? I just got a California water blade. Seem to work OK. Not as good as I thought it would. Someone on this board thought it can scratch the paint even if it is clean. I also use a chamois after the water blade to finish it off.

 

I always use a chamois, never had a problem.

 

I use the California water blade and then finish up with genuine chamois rectangular pads for the tight curves, mirrors, etc

 

The Absorber kicks butt in my opinion. Easy to use and works better than a chamois I think.

 

Anyone use a hairdryer?

 

Hehe... My neighbors probably will cry "bloody murder" if they see me do that since we're in California currently experiencing the power crisis.

 

I use the California blade followed by the absorber. I got the blade at Costco and the absorber at Walmart. It seems to be a great combo. Though when using the blade, the squeaking sound it makes can be nerve racking! =)

 

Hairdryer??? I have a 6 HP Sears wet vac with a portable blower. Nothing touches the paint! Works best on a recently waxed car. Neighbors thing I'm a little strange...

Wayne

 

great idea... does it really work? do you buff it after the air dry?

 

I first dry the paint with a synthetic chamois (P21 drying towel), then follow up on any drops with a micro-fiber towel. They live in my trunk in ziplock bags, always ready. Neither seems to have any problem with mildew, but Colorado has a pretty dry climate.