Do you dry (chamois) a white car?

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Old 09-25-2005 | 01:55 PM
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Do you dry (chamois) a white car?

I do, Whenever I let my Taurus dry with just air it doesnt seem to have the same type of finish if I dry it myself....Theres are any waterspots (except on windows) but it doesnt seems as shiny/clear if I let it air dry...so, do you dry a white car?
Old 09-25-2005 | 02:11 PM
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I stopped using a chamois a long time ago. Microfiber towels are much better in my opinion.
Old 09-25-2005 | 02:49 PM
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And the color doesn't matter, you should always dry down a car.
Old 09-25-2005 | 04:41 PM
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Well, actually, I dont use a chamois, Im using a microfiber also, but I just gave that for example...and thanks einsatz, any specific reason(s)?
Old 09-25-2005 | 10:53 PM
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How To Wash and Dry Your Car . This article tells you the exact steps to safely and successfully dry your car. I too, use a microfiber waffle weave drying towel to dry my car. It's the safest and most effective way. You can use a drying towel on any color car.
Old 09-25-2005 | 10:56 PM
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I would imagine if you let a car air dry, your leaving it open to contamination. meaning, anything and everything will adhere to the wet surface. Not only that, you leave it susceptible to spotting, granted which arent that noticeable on white to the untrained eye.
Minerals in the water will degregate your protection also.
Old 09-26-2005 | 02:17 AM
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why is a chamois bad?

I use a waterblade and then pick up the stray remaining droplets with a chamois.
Old 09-26-2005 | 08:23 AM
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Perfect, thanks guys
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