best way to dry

shumby · 02-07-2011, 07:35 AM

interesting fact this leather is also the only leather gloves that are allowed to touch the tringle (bead wire) of any Michelin tire during assembly.

Junkman2008 · 02-07-2011, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by shumby

interesting fact this leather is also the only leather gloves that are allowed to touch the tringle (bead wire) of any Michelin tire during assembly.

That is an interesting fact.

Back to you OP You asked about the "best wax and polish" too. That is like asking a hundred men who the best looking celebrity is. You'll not only get a hundred different answers but in this day and age, some of those answers will be men!

There are countless threads on this forum that show what different products can do. You have to look through them and decide on what's best for you taking in factors like durability, price, time required to apply or use and accessibility. Only you can decide what's best for you once these considerations are factored in. Two of the professional products used on this forum are Adam's and Zaino. There are other similar professional lines out there but this will at least narrow it down to two lines that are well represented here. Check out the threads as you will get a million different answers.

370zproject · 02-07-2011, 02:48 PM

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Astrosfan · 02-08-2011, 01:04 PM

I use the spot free rinse from the Mr. Clean autodry. Im not sure if i trust the soap, so i use megiures. The autodry uses deionized water to prevent water spots. It works pretty good.

Amazon.com: Mr. Clean AutoDry Car Wash System Starter Kit: Automotive

AdamsPolishes · 02-09-2011, 12:19 PM

As with anything in paint care, the less you touch your finish the better off you are.

Junkman's sheeting rinse video is a great example of how to minimize the amount of water you have to contend with when you're drying.

Then using forced air to knock the rest off is idea. You can use an air compressor, leaf blower, or if you're really anal about it the Blaster Sidekick or Master Blaster which not only deliver a lot of air, but its heated to 60* above ambient and filtered. Not necessarily requirements, but nice features none the less.

Then once you get done air drying using a detail spray and quality towel to take care of any remaining water should be enough to leave you with a spot free/swirl free finish. A detail spray is key to provide some level of surface lubrication (another layer of protection) as well as encapsulate and make any residual dirt either from a missed spot or trapped in water that runs from door handles, badges, etc to make it safe for towel removal.

1325 · 02-09-2011, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Dylan@Adams

...the Blaster Sidekick or Master Blaster which not only deliver a lot of air, but its heated to 60* above ambient and filtered...

My Blaster Sidekick is coming Friday! Ordered from Adam's.

AdamsPolishes · 02-09-2011, 04:40 PM

Thanks for your order! I absolutely love mine... plus it doesn't take up much room either which is nice when you're trying to keep a garage organized.

kenchan · 02-09-2011, 05:45 PM

i use my shopvac in blower mode and blot dry using waffleweave drying towels.

for my dd's i dont care as much so use QD or spray-wax and use that as lube while drying and adding some protection. (no blot dry).

370zproject · 02-11-2011, 02:17 AM

hmm

02-07-2011, 07:35 AM	#16 (permalink)
shumby Captin Canuck Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: with your mom Age: 44 Posts: 6,288 Drives: your sister Rep Power: 237	interesting fact this leather is also the only leather gloves that are allowed to touch the tringle (bead wire) of any Michelin tire during assembly. __________________ Originally Posted by SAM@GTM Engine detonation is not normal and it should never never happen, and whoever told that need to do something else for living . Sam

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02-09-2011, 12:19 PM	#20 (permalink)
AdamsPolishes The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: SoCal Posts: 724 Drives: 2009 Avalanche Rep Power: 16	As with anything in paint care, the less you touch your finish the better off you are. Junkman's sheeting rinse video is a great example of how to minimize the amount of water you have to contend with when you're drying. Then using forced air to knock the rest off is idea. You can use an air compressor, leaf blower, or if you're really anal about it the Blaster Sidekick or Master Blaster which not only deliver a lot of air, but its heated to 60* above ambient and filtered. Not necessarily requirements, but nice features none the less. Then once you get done air drying using a detail spray and quality towel to take care of any remaining water should be enough to leave you with a spot free/swirl free finish. A detail spray is key to provide some level of surface lubrication (another layer of protection) as well as encapsulate and make any residual dirt either from a missed spot or trapped in water that runs from door handles, badges, etc to make it safe for towel removal. __________________ Use the code NISSANZ* at checkout to save 10% off your next order at www.AdamsPolishes.com*

02-09-2011, 04:40 PM	#22 (permalink)
AdamsPolishes The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: SoCal Posts: 724 Drives: 2009 Avalanche Rep Power: 16	Thanks for your order! I absolutely love mine... plus it doesn't take up much room either which is nice when you're trying to keep a garage organized. __________________ Use the code NISSANZ* at checkout to save 10% off your next order at www.AdamsPolishes.com*

02-11-2011, 02:17 AM	#24 (permalink)
370zproject A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Memphis Age: 35 Posts: 16,104 Drives: 09 A/T 370z blue Rep Power: 53	hmm __________________ Brake Upgrade Package ate blue, hawk hp ceramic pads, and slotted rotors

02-08-2011, 01:04 PM	#19 (permalink)
Astrosfan Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: houston, TX Posts: 427 Drives: 09 370z PG Sport Rep Power: 15	I use the spot free rinse from the Mr. Clean autodry. Im not sure if i trust the soap, so i use megiures. The autodry uses deionized water to prevent water spots. It works pretty good. Amazon.com: Mr. Clean AutoDry Car Wash System Starter Kit: Automotive

02-09-2011, 05:45 PM	#23 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	i use my shopvac in blower mode and blot dry using waffleweave drying towels. for my dd's i dont care as much so use QD or spray-wax and use that as lube while drying and adding some protection. (no blot dry).