Just got a Hydra Flexi Blade, have not used it yet, any tips on its usage? Are they a good thing or bad thing and do they really not scratch your car??

 

My car very rarely gets scratched whilst being washed....

 

Good,
Used em for years on various cars!

Blurter also posted this a while back so it might be worth searching for the thread.

Cheers

 

I bought the Turtle version.

It works well, but I don't use mine anymore as it's too effective!

I find that it removes so much water that there is not enough left for the chamois to work properly to clear the final drying marks (the blade leaves some of these, and makes its own). I think it is better if it is cold, damo, still, but if you use it when it is warm and windy, the residue left is so low that the car dries too quick.

Best used in wintertime IMHO.

 

I have one and is very easy to use. I have had no problems with scratches. I guess its just common sense to ensure the car is thoughly clean before using it and you haven't missed any bits. I would think most of us never miss bits when washing a car in the first place. Makes the drying process easier and quicker

 

Top bannana!!

I use one then a micro cloth, better and quicker than a chamois.

 

Same here

 

I just use a big blue waffle weave - sacked the flexi blade

 

I use a flexi blade and then a waffle eave towel. Works really well!

 

Thanks for the answers I'll give it ago and see how I get on.