Are these good to use to detail and dry the car? I bought some (never used yet) but im now reading about 100% cotton towels are the way to go... Why should I or should i not use the Microfiber towels.

 

This link is a good resource that should answer any questions you may have.

http://autopia-carcare.com/inf-microfiber.html

This next one is also a good resource.

http://autopia-carcare.com/inf-wash.html

I personally like microfiber towels for drying. Just remember, you need to get the right one. I use the Sonus Ultimate Drying Towel. I first dry my car with a California Water Blade and then touch up any remaining spots with this towel. I use a bulk microfiber towel for detailing the interior as I am not really worried about scratching anything.

 

yea i actually bought the kit (gives u like 5 different types of towels or something)... But everywhere I read it says "100% cotton towels" so i was wondering... don't wanna scratch my new car.

 

If you use a really good microfiber towel you will not scratch your car. The advantage of using these towels versus a 100% cotton is that the mf absorb much more water and in my opinoin does a better job drying your car. Also, you need to be sure that the cotton towels do not have any dust or lint as they are more prone to carry these.

 

I used the microfiber towels for the first time this last week-end and I really liked them for washing and drying. I was not aware that there was a difference in quality though.

HoldTight...

 

After using several different types of microfibers, I would say the difference between them is negligible. I currently have had no problems with the pack that I bought from Wal-Mart and I use them extensively. Now, when it comes to applicator pads, it's a whole different story, but that's for another thread.

 

I've used many different types of MF towels and I have noticed a difference. I have some from Wal-Mart and they are not too bad, but the best ones I have used (read most plush) are from Yo Steve. Pack Shack has some good ones, too.

The ones I like best have long fibers on one side and shorter fibers on the other.

And I have some 'closed loop' ones (Concourse buffing towel) that work great for removing carnuaba wax.

Best thing to do is buy a number of different ones and see which you prefer for different tasks.

 

MF towels are superior to cotton towels. I can't stand using cotton towels anymore, because they lint so damn much. MF towels are much more absorbent and don't lint at all.
I use the WalMart MF towels for wheels and other grunge work. My interior and exterior MFs are from Winner's Circle Detailing Products and Excel Detail. Other places to buy high-quality MF products are PakShak, Autogeek.net, and Specialty Motoring.

Get a waffle weave drying towel for drying the car. I haven't tried the WalMart WW towels myself, but I've actually heard good things about them.

 

i will usually use a microfiber towel to get most of the beaded water off, and then any other leftover water will be taken care of with a cotton towel. 100%, mind you! haha

 

I use the chamosis towel... its an awful smell but gets the job done..