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KSC 05-03-2013 09:33 PM

Now THAT'S a towel!
 
This is my first Pakshak microfiber and all I can say is, DAMN!

Typical chain store towel on the right for comparison...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...628030D8-1.jpg

n2oinferno 05-03-2013 10:03 PM

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That's not a towel. This is a towel!
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Looks good though. I need a few more microfibers. I only have a handful of really nice ones that I use for polishing and could stand to pick up a few more. Especially a new drying towel.

Suffa 05-03-2013 10:06 PM

I'm still looking for a good drying towel that doesn't leave streaks. A shammy was ok but molded after the first use.

Rutter 05-03-2013 10:10 PM

Whenever you goto the beach, don't forget to bring a towel! *obligatory

That does look nice! I'm in desperate need of a new drying towel that works well and can finish the whole car. Can it do the whole car without getting soaked and leaving some water marks?

abutterman 05-03-2013 10:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KSC (Post 909992)
This is my first Pakshak microfiber and all I can say is, DAMN!

Typical chain store towel on the right for comparison...

Damn thats what i need. Got a link to it?

dem00n 05-04-2013 01:02 AM

Is that the one you got from detailers domain?

I regret buying that towel, its too damn big.

KSC 05-04-2013 06:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rutter (Post 910038)
That does look nice! I'm in desperate need of a new drying towel that works well and can finish the whole car. Can it do the whole car without getting soaked and leaving some water marks?

I just got it yesterday, so I can't attest to how it works in action, but I'd use this as a final buffing towel, probably. For dying I'd use a waffle weave.

I let the water sheet off during final rinse, then dab (never drag) the towel onto the remaining drops of water. No streaks, ever. Here's the one I use. It's stupid expensive, but I'm happy with it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by abutterman (Post 910073)
Damn thats what i need. Got a link to it?

http://www.pakshak.com/micro-fiber-towels.html

I also picked up some of the edgeless and the ultra-plush Silver Surfers. The quality is amazing. I'm actually looking forward to spending the day in the driveway.:D

radroach 05-04-2013 05:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Suffa (Post 910031)
I'm still looking for a good drying towel that doesn't leave streaks.

Use quick detailer while youre drying it. Spray while youre wiping away drops of water with a microfiber - somehow adding more water and lubricant makes drying things faster and easier.

Rayme 05-04-2013 05:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by radroach (Post 911194)
Use quick detailer while youre drying it. Spray while youre wiping away drops of water with a microfiber - somehow adding more water and lubricant makes drying things faster and easier.

This. I never "dry" my car, spray quick detailer on a microfiber and go over the wet areas. Overkills but it works.

KSC 05-04-2013 05:21 PM

If you're sheeting the water, and the car is properly waxed, there really shouldn't be much to dry, anyway.

Suffa 05-05-2013 11:04 AM

I'll give the quick detailer a go and switch back the the microfiber. Thanks.

husker741 05-05-2013 11:21 AM

http://profile.ak.fbcdn.net/hprofile...5_109748_n.jpg

SubieNate 05-06-2013 07:02 PM

I pat dry with one big plush microfiber and then do a light wipedown with instant detailer and a really soft microfiber. :)


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