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Old 03-10-2005, 02:07 PM
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My old towels are Fieldcrest but I can't find them. Anyone know where I can get them or a new brand that is really good?
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Fieldcrest declared bankruptcy. If you want to stay with cotton, look for Supima.

I use microfiber...waffle weave drying towels from www.pakshak.com and regular microfiber towels from www.dftowel.com

Kevin Overall sells Supima towels and DF towels - koverall@cddn.com
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I use "the absorber" on my black car and it hasn't scratched it or left swirl marks yet. Should I not be using that?
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Originally Posted by Martingale
I use "the absorber" on my black car and it hasn't scratched it or left swirl marks yet. Should I not be using that?
If it works for you, keep using it. Swirl marks happen when you start dragging dirt across your paint. As long as you aren't doing that, you should be fine.
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Originally Posted by ZaneO
www.dftowel.com
Kevin Overall sells Supima towels and DF towels - koverall@cddn.com
The DF Towels are the best I've ever used!
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Can you recommended/specify which towels do what, too many microfiber towel options. I want something to dry, buff, polish and remove wax with. Please help me
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All the Microfiber you need. http://www.tropicarecarproducts.com
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Waffle weaves dry. Plush and fine towels are best suited for final buff and QD. Terry-type are for polish removal, etc.
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Originally Posted by ZaneO
Fieldcrest declared bankruptcy. If you want to stay with cotton, look for Supima.

I use microfiber...waffle weave drying towels from www.pakshak.com and regular microfiber towels from www.dftowel.com

Kevin Overall sells Supima towels and DF towels - koverall@cddn.com
What is the difference in use or quality between the waffle weave and the regular?
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Originally Posted by sleek silverado
What is the difference in use or quality between the waffle weave and the regular?
Nevermind, just read you last post. Thanks!
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I use the blade squeege thing, then touch up with an Absorber, or leaf blower.
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When used with caution, a leaf blower is one of the best ways to dry your car because you never touch or rub the finish.

I understand that the Toro 210mph blower is one of the better ones to use.
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Originally Posted by Martingale
I use "the absorber" on my black car and it hasn't scratched it or left swirl marks yet. Should I not be using that?

I used the Absorber for a while, but then I started getting some pretty serious swirls. It works, but you have to keep that thing CLEAN. If any dirt gets trapped on it, you will get swirls and scratches. I use a waffle weave towel now and I wash it after every use.


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another vote for absorber plus you can throw it in the washer machine every few weeks.
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IMO, the Absorber is not able to dry nearly as well as a waffle weave towel, nor as safely.
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So what size Waffle weave do you have how many?
I wonder if a few of the medium size would dry my truck?
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I have 25x36 waffle weave towels from Pak Shak. Two should be enough to fully dry your truck.
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Originally Posted by ZaneO
I have 25x36 waffle weave towels from Pak Shak. Two should be enough to fully dry your truck.
2 is kinda steep...
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I'm still waiting for Zaino to make some towels
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Originally Posted by BallerDave
I'm still waiting for Zaino to make some towels
I wouldn't wait on that to happen. Sal isn't interested.


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