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Old Jun 12, 2009 | 12:33 PM
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I have used an electric leaf blower to get most of the water off and in and around the hard spots, door jams, handles, lights, etc. Then I finish the final with a good towel.
Old Jun 15, 2009 | 04:26 PM
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Originally Posted by AirBrontosaurus
Go to this website:

http://www.obsessivedetail.com/microfibers.html

I use the Monster Waffle Weave to soak up most of the water left behind by the sheeting. It will soak up almost all the water, but will leave small films of it left. Then, I immediately go over it with The Amazing Dryer, which gets rid of every last trace of water.

The pair are more than enough to completely and totally dry an entire GT. You will be left with a car that is bone dry and you'll never have water spots again. These are very high quality microfibers, so they won't ever leave lint or fibers on the car.

When I'm done, I just hang them up on a hanger and let them air-dry. When they get dirty, I put them in the washer with mild detergent and then let them air dry. I don't like putting them in the dryer as it seems like it would cause them harm.

Also, don't forget to mention that you're a MF member when you purchase the items. Justin gives a discount to forum members.

received my order for these products today. getting ready to use/test them out. will post my review when finished
Old Jun 15, 2009 | 11:10 PM
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i did everything exactly how the above post instructed. The two towels mentioned are the best I have ever used by far. I have tried all the methods mentioned in this thread and these two (the waffle used first) were unbelievable. They dried better, faster, and with less effort. Everyone should have at least one of each of these in their garage.

On a seperate note, I bought the bug scrubber and it removed everything on my front end effortlessly and without scratching. Another awesome product. I can wait to try some more of Justins great stuff
Old Jun 16, 2009 | 09:29 PM
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Awesome! I'm glad it worked for you. Justin's stuff really is great.
Old Jul 2, 2009 | 12:45 AM
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maybe this is a LS1 tactic... but I figured you mustang boys would of picked up on it... leaf blower.... problem solved... gets all the nooks and crannys... no swirls from drying towels...
Old Jul 6, 2009 | 10:53 AM
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THROW THE BLADE DRIER AWAY.

It causes so much damage to your paint.
Old Jul 6, 2009 | 02:13 PM
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As said before, electric leaf blower. I paid 75 dollars for one at Sears and it gets the job done, you'll need still a quality drying towel and some QD to get any water that's left over. Never having to dry my wheels by hand again is worth it alone, besides the fact it doesn't swirl your paint.
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