97QuasarBlue3.8

Ok, I've gotten really good at washing and detailing, but I recently found out I'm using some stuff that isn't all that good for the car.

Right now I use a synthetic was mit...I've been told I should get a 100% cotton one--is that right?

Also, what do I use for hand-applying wax? Meguiars gives you a little foam pad with their stuff, but is there something better that I could use?

Thanks-- always learning

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1997 Chevrolet Camaro
3.8L V6 M5 Medium Quasar Blue Metallic
Flowmaster Exhaust, Quad tips
My Camaro

MikeLS

Yep, synthetics are BAD news, whether in wash mitts or in toweling. They will usually scratch the crap out of the paint. So, it's best to use 100% cotton mitts and toweling. Viking, NAPA, and TW all make a cotton mitt, check your local parts stores or discount stores.

As for applicators, I use both foam and terry depending on the product I'm using. I'm using Viking and Meguiar's foams with Zaino and use cotton terry for polishing and swirl removal. I get my Vikings from AutoZone and WalMart recently started carrying Meguiar's foams apps in two packs. Either way works fine IMHO...

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*Mike's 1992 Camaro RS 25th Anniv.*
Dark Red Metallic (ext.) / Flame Red (int.)
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chocoruacal

I always use a 100% cotton scrubber, or mit. Synthetics can scratch the paint.

For waxing, I use Zymol and apply it with whatever foam applicator I have laying around. I wet it first.

dave

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