Halographic Swirls - Page 2 - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

Gig103 · 05-28-2009, 03:19 PM

Have you tried the sheeting method for drying? We have very hard water here but since I switched methods I've not had real problems.

If you are unfamiliar:
1. Take the nozzle off your hose
2. Let the water flow across the car, top to bottom
3. The water tension pulls drops away, leaving very little behind to have to dry yourself.

I follow up with a waffle-weave microfiber and it works great!

What about a leaf blower? Are they only good for crevices?

328i · 05-28-2009, 04:43 PM

I find that even the best towels can mar jet black, only way I dry my car now is by rinsing it with the CR spotless system.

Lowcruzr · 05-28-2009, 06:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gig103

Have you tried the sheeting method for drying? We have very hard water here but since I switched methods I've not had real problems.

If you are unfamiliar:
1. Take the nozzle off your hose
2. Let the water flow across the car, top to bottom
3. The water tension pulls drops away, leaving very little behind to have to dry yourself.

I follow up with a waffle-weave microfiber and it works great!

What about a leaf blower? Are they only good for crevices?

I use the sheeting technique followed with light compressed air to get in all the cracks. The sheeting works great.

Former_Boosted_IS · 05-29-2009, 04:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 328i

I find that even the best towels can mar jet black, only way I dry my car now is by rinsing it with the CR spotless system.

+1000

Maybe I will try the CR spotless system. I guess it is worth a try.

328i · 05-29-2009, 07:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Former_Boosted_IS

+1000

Maybe I will try the CR spotless system. I guess it is worth a try.

Until you get one, I would suggest using the sheeting method, and then blot any remaining water. That should keep the towel induced swirls to a minimum.

Former_Boosted_IS · 05-29-2009, 07:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 328i

Until you get one, I would suggest using the sheeting method, and then blot any remaining water. That should keep the towel induced swirls to a minimum.

Is there a hose nozzle that can spray with pressure and open up to allow sheeting?

328i · 05-29-2009, 11:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Former_Boosted_IS

Is there a hose nozzle that can spray with pressure and open up to allow sheeting?

Not that I know of, I would just take the nozzle off. If you want to make it easier, get a shut off for the end of the hose, or use a quick connect for the nozzle.

jopa489 · 05-29-2009, 05:26 PM

I find using the sheeting method and blotting the remaining water with a good waffle weave works great, even on Jet Black. The CR system is probably awesome, but I don't feel it's necessary.

And I just kink the hose to remove/reapply the nozzle. Easy enough.

05-28-2009, 03:19 PM	#23
Gig103 Major Drives: 2008 335xi Sedan 6MT Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 1,249 iTrader: (1)	Have you tried the sheeting method for drying? We have very hard water here but since I switched methods I've not had real problems. If you are unfamiliar: 1. Take the nozzle off your hose 2. Let the water flow across the car, top to bottom 3. The water tension pulls drops away, leaving very little behind to have to dry yourself. I follow up with a waffle-weave microfiber and it works great! What about a leaf blower? Are they only good for crevices? __________________ 335xi sedan 6MT, Premium, Cold Weather, iDrive, CA, iPod Black Sapphire Metallic, Black Leather, Aluminum Trim European Delivery: April 28 - May 7, 2008 Performance Center Redelivery: July 11, 2008

05-28-2009, 04:43 PM	#24
328i Colonel Drives: E46 ///M Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: central NJ Posts: 2,739 iTrader: (13)	I find that even the best towels can mar jet black, only way I dry my car now is by rinsing it with the CR spotless system. __________________

05-29-2009, 05:26 PM	#30
jopa489 BMW/Detailing Addict Drives: Estoril F30 335i 6MT Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: New England Posts: 6,554 iTrader: (8)	I find using the sheeting method and blotting the remaining water with a good waffle weave works great, even on Jet Black. The CR system is probably awesome, but I don't feel it's necessary. And I just kink the hose to remove/reapply the nozzle. Easy enough. __________________

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search