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Old 04-05-2010, 06:48 AM
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california rubber squeegee

any thoughts on using a squeqee to remove water on the car after washing prior to towel drying ?
 
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I use one ALL the time. Just make sure to keep it in a plastic bag or something to prevent degradation to the edge or dirt from accumulating. It saves me a boatload of drying time.

Caution: it's an extremely effective scratching tool if you don't keep the edge clean. Just be careful and you'll be OK.
 
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If you have a dark color exterior and really care for your paint finish then it is a NO in my opinion. All you need is one grain of dirt remaining after a wash waiting to be dragged over the paint.
 
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If you really care for the finish on your car, throw the squeegee away!!! Use really soft towels, two will do the job on a 911. I don't even use a skin or anything else that can trap dirt, grit or grime. I have 230K on my original paint and it still looks like new....shines like the sun........Pipes
 
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I have to say I have used on of these cautiously for 8+ years without a problem. Each time I pull it out I question if it is a good idea or not, but, no problems yet. As mentioned: only use on a clean car, and I wipe the edge off periodically as I dry the car just in case.
 
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I use one from time to time. I clean the edges before use with soap and water, and when drying I keep a soaked microfiber in the other hand and swipe it clean after each drag.

No problems, but my car is silver.
 
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