Would You Use A Duster On A Dry Car?
04-08-2010, 01:42 PM
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My Ride: 2004 545i Sport, ti silver/gray, CWP, Logic 7, PDC, Nav, elec shade, lumbar, FDRS
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My wife wants to use a Turtlewax Duster between washings on her brand new car. I am leery of using anything on a dry shiny surface, and asked her to wait until we hear from the experts.
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04-08-2010, 02:23 PM
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I would be very careful so as not to introduce scratches or micromarring into the paint's finish. Some people will use the California Car Duster to lightly wipe away dust particles or pollen between washes. But I would highly advise against dragging anything dry across a "dirty" car. Depending on the type and color of the paint, the results may vary. Maybe some quick detailer spray and clean mirofiber towels might be a better way to go. Just my 2 cents. 
04-09-2010, 05:11 AM
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Scratches are inevitable no matter what you use. Even microfiber towels cause extremely light swirl marks. I would use it on a light colored car, but not dark.
04-11-2010, 11:05 AM
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Used properly, the california duster, contrary to popular belief, will not scratch your paint. If you do not use any pressure and lightly go over the paint with the C.D. you can get the desired effect with minimal damage. Honest!
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I would be very careful so as not to introduce scratches or micromarring into the paint's finish. Some people will use the California Car Duster to lightly wipe away dust particles or pollen between washes. But I would highly advise against dragging anything dry across a "dirty" car. Depending on the type and color of the paint, the results may vary. Maybe some quick detailer spray and clean mirofiber towels might be a better way to go. Just my 2 cents.
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