Mr. Clean Stinks
Now a CTS-V Owner
Joined: Oct 2001
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From: Central Ohio
CI 5-6-7 & 9 Veteran
St. Jude Donor '05-'06-'07-'08
Originally Posted by OHSIXX
Le Mans Master
Joined: Sep 1999
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From: FL
Originally Posted by own2vettes
I've never been able to get that thing to work either. Car always has spots on it. They wipe off fairly easily but I was always under the impression that it was supposed to dry clean without any spots. I let it dry in the shade of the garage also. Nothing beats a good old hand wash and chamois. 
.....totally.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Mar 2005
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From: Winnipeg Manitoba
When finish washing drive around the block....you will dry the brake rotors and eliminate the water surplus on the car..then just wipe with a cotton towel ...you've cut your drying effort by half with noe spot whatesoever
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jul 2004
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From: San Antonio Texas - Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic
Originally Posted by JHIRSCH
I wash my car at least once a week because black is so beautifull when it's shining. I HATE the drying process (never could get the hang of it). I bought the Mr. Clean auto system and a 200MPH leaf blower. I have much more spots then if I was to drive it to dry. Automatic washes are is out of the question. Any suggestions or tips?
Pro
Joined: Feb 2005
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From: Pennsylvania
Originally Posted by archtop
I dry mine with one of those big Miguires Micro-fibre drying towels 9.00 at Autozone,works better than my Chamois.
I drive the car around the block to shake off excess water, especially helpful for wheels and tires. Next I use use a California water blade to get excess water off painted areas and windows. Then dry with the micro-fiber towel. Finish with Mequires Quick Detailer, using a micro-fiber cloth to buff.
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Joined: Aug 2005
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From: Jackson New Jersey
Thanks everyone for the tips! I only had the filter in for two prior washings. Perhaps my water quality is poor. I haven't applied a good wax yet (only 6 weeks new) so this may help. In any event, thanks again for your feedback.
