Microfiber
Race Director
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The Microtex mf towels from Walmart were one of the worst. I haven't tried the ones from Target yet though. I've read the orange ones at Target are good, the grey ones not as good.
Drifting
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In my view, the gray ones (4pk?)from Target are better (softer and thicker)than the orange ones(8pk?) from Target. I did not do the cd test. The gray ones were $6.99 if I remember correctly. The Adams ones are the best I have seen. softer and thicker.
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Safety Car
Joined: May 2006
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From: 3rd planet from the sun
The CD test is a bunch of cr*p. There is no standard for manufacturing CDS - some are better than others. There is no consistancy to how hard one may rub with a MF towel on a CD, to look for scratching etc... There are so many uncontrollable variables, it can not be considered a test IMO. I would not buy MF from Target....I would trust Adams as they specialize more in car care
Pro
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From: Beaver Penna.
Hey folks, be very careful on what brand of microfiber towel you are using. Some time ago I learned a very valuable lessen when using a less expensive towel. While polishing a highly polished aluminum radiator with a less expensive brand, you would not believe the number small scratches as a result of the towel. Just think what they do to clearcoat. I now use the expensive large size (16 x 27 ) from a company called Showtime Auto Accessories at a cost of around $14.00 each.
Instructor
Joined: Dec 2004
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From: Clearwater FL
Adams user here, too. I have about 6 of them; use 3 for each car and 'front-loader' wash/dry them after every use w/NO fabric softener. They are in very good shape after many washings.DeaconBlue
Drifting
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Another auto-forum that I visit has a similar thread. For an OTC towel some people like the Viking products sold at K-mart. They do feel nice and soft too. The orange ones at Target seem a little thin, they could have changed suppliers over the years?
Safety Car
Joined: Nov 2004
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From: So Cal
Please show where you (or anyone else from AG) have previously asked for proof. Since you've asked now, I'm gladly attaching pictures of the towels and receipt.
>>> Please contact us as possible
I DID!!! Right after receiving the order I filled out your feedback card with extensive comments and information about the problem and my dissatisfaction. I've yet to get a reply or even an acknowledgment from anyone at AG. Curiously, your website did change to reflect the correct country of manufacture one week after I sent AG my comments - I'm glad they were at least read. In the big scheme of things it's not a biggie - was an initial small $20 order to get a feeling.
>>> Please contact us as possible
I DID!!! Right after receiving the order I filled out your feedback card with extensive comments and information about the problem and my dissatisfaction. I've yet to get a reply or even an acknowledgment from anyone at AG. Curiously, your website did change to reflect the correct country of manufacture one week after I sent AG my comments - I'm glad they were at least read. In the big scheme of things it's not a biggie - was an initial small $20 order to get a feeling.
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