california duster

[ghaines]

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Bought an original California Duster (wood handle) three months ago. Use it all the time on my Forumula Black Acura MDX. I think it's safer to use then quick detailer and MF to remove dust on my soft paint (still have to use QD & MF for water spots, smudges, etc). This is the best solution to remove dust/pollen off a waxed/clean paint. My wife thought it was a silly thing to buy when she saw me use it for the first time. I caught her using it this afternoon after getting home from the dusty soccer fields. We're both believer in it.

[Eddie6th]

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Anyone have a pic of a 'california duster'. I've never seen one..Is it basically a soft type of brush?

[JG_Detailing]

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I have to agree with him. If you use the proper techinque it won't leave scratches. I use the duster here and there. It's a great product.

I have found with the proper technique they are a valuable tool in ones arsenal.

Never had a problem with them inducing scratches in my paint.

[JG_Detailing]

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Here is a picture of one.

Anyone have a pic of a 'california duster'. I've never seen one..Is it basically a soft type of brush?

[Eddie6th]

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Thanks for the pic Cobalt.Now i know what you guys are meaning.I don't even know the correct name for them over here?

I was reading another thread for using plastx on plastic bras.I had to figure that one out,by reading the threads!!!!! Again,i 've not got a clue what they call them here? Protective film???

thanks,eddie.

[SVT Lightning]

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Thanks for the pic Cobalt.Now i know what you guys are meaning.I don't even know the correct name for them over here?

I was reading another thread for using plastx on plastic bras.I had to figure that one out,by reading the threads!!!!! Again,i 've not got a clue what they call them here? Protective film???

thanks,eddie.

Here it's called a "Clear Bra"

[HCAD]

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Another great tool is the "mini" duster. Same principle as the big boy but smaller and more triangular to cruise over your dash, center console and back deck in minutes. A pollen season must have!

[Alex C.]

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Yes, those dash dusters are great. I keep one in the truck and use it almost daily.

[Calais]

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I intend to buy one this weekend.

[hacker-pschorr]

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With four black cars in the stable (and one dark brown and a dark blue) my life would be a living hell without the California Car Duster.

When they are new, expect them to streak as the oils or whatever they come coated with causes this. After a few uses it goes away.

I've never experienced or seen swirls from a good duster.

The replica Cobra in my avatar almost never needs a total wash. My routine is use the duster followed by Final Inspection mixed 50/50.

[mis3]

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I checked There are 2 kinds of California dusters; standard and premium.

http://www.californiacardusters.com/standardcarduster.html

http://www.californiacardusters.com/shopping/premiumcarduster.html

The handle of the premium is wood (not important to me). Besides this, are there any other differences?

[RGP]

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I checked There are 2 kinds of California dusters; standard and premium.

http://www.californiacardusters.com/standardcarduster.html

http://www.californiacardusters.com/shopping/premiumcarduster.html

The handle of the premium is wood (not important to me). Besides this, are there any other differences?

I asked the manufacturer the same question. I've got a plastic handled one which my neighbor donated to me. I also have a wooden handled duster. The mop is made out of really inferior yarn on the plastic one. Not as dense and a lot thinner yarn. Definitely go for the wooden one. You aren't buying the better handle, you're really buying the much, much superior mop head. I use the plastic one as a beater for my wheels, so it's not a total waste. They last forever. Just don't wash 'em because it'll remove a lot of the liquid paraffin which has been boiled into the yarn. Mine's nearly brown now, but works actually better than when new since the extra paraffin has had a chance to rub off. When using, be mindful to almost hold the mop "away" from an immaculate finish so it just barely, but completely touches. Real time saver and for me, a must before any quick detailing. Great item. Some of the best detailing dollars you'll ever spend. Hope this helps.

[RGP]

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I intend to buy one this weekend.

Would be super for your interior, but not so good for the exterior. See my post #27; it sure looks to have the thinner yarn. However, the thin yarn would be just great for your interior. I gotta get one also!

[wwally]

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I see that companys like Griotts sell dusters made of microfiber, but the fibers are not coated. Is there a preference for the parrafin coated ones? Has anyone used the microfiber ones?

[Calais]

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Would be super for your interior, but not so good for the exterior. See my post #27; it sure looks to have the thinner yarn. However, the thin yarn would be just great for your interior. I gotta get one also!

No, I meant a wooden handle California duster. I did buy one and I love it.