How to Dry Paint Properly No Scratches
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- Опубликовано: 17 сен 2024
- AMMO Hydrate is one of my favorite products because it is designed to correct a major problem I was having on extremely rare painted surfaces. I discovered that improperly DRYING your car caused just as many scratches, as improperly washing your car. So I needed to figure out a better (ie...safer) way to remove water from the surface of delicate paint because traditional methods (squeegee, water blade, and old chamois) were effective at removing water, but introduced unnecessary scratches during use. (Using air is a great option, but most of my clients old cars to do allow safe usage, due to the paints extreme sensitivity) I solved my issue by creating a product that adds lubrication between the drying device and the surface of your paint....But this discovery only got me half the way there. I need to re-think the drying device as well. I wanted to a tool that not only picked up water,, but would pick up any "remaining dirt" left on the paint after a wash. My first choice was a traditional microfiber towel (at +/- 300 gsm). However, everyone knows, that dry microfiber towels don't pick up water naturally. It's somewhat difficult to soak up standing water effectively. So I hit a road block....then I thought about getting the MF towel wet or "damp"...and it worked perfectly! (why?, I'm not sure...but it does. When a MF towel is "damp" it seems to remove water from the surface of paint much more effectively)
Now I have a soft and safe device to remove water (and "left over" dirt) from the surface of your paint, with the help of a hydrophobic lubricant that adds depth and shine to the surface you are drying. (This took forever to figure out, but was totally worth it. Hydrate is a game changer and the product I am most proud of because no one has ever thought of drying your car as a major part of paint care or "preventative" maintenance.
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Blows my mind to come back and watch this video again. Also blows my mind to see Larry actually responding to recent comments on a video that is nearly 4 years old. I'll stick with AMMO products for my personal vehicles as long as my budget can handle it.
+Brad Stepien (BradDidntDoIt) Thx bud!!!!
+AMMO NYC I know but the struggle is real for people who cant afford it, (students) ... I watch these videos 24/7 and hate the fact that I can't afford it. Life sucks. But this man is my idol.
I only detail my own car, and I use AMMO stuff. It really isn't that expensive. I have owned my car for two years and just finished my first bottle of skin. Foam is 17 bucks. This stuff is not that much more than inferior stuff that may not be as safe. Plus if you go to a car wash you are spending at least 20 bucks every two weeks. Plus the less you have to polish out scratches the better. That is time consuming for the amateur like myself. The first batch of paint regimen I bought off Larry for 125 lasted almost a year and a half!
@@AMMO-NYC But - will he respond to comments after another 4 years? 🤔
I love this guy I love how passionate he is about this stuff I've followed all the advice he's given and the results speak for themselves I don't have a hugely expensive car but it's my car and I look after it, I love the detail of his explanations
Matt Scott What kinda stuf did he spray on the cloth?
@Larsdejong AMMO Hydrate.
Matt Scott what car do you own?
Matt Scott my thoughts exactly.well said
Nice try Ammo NYC.
People say he talks to much, but to me it's so fascinating and interesting and I want to hear more and more. 👍🏻
He is really long-winded, you have to admit that. I too am interested in learning about proper cleaning techniques, but most of what this numnuts spews from his attention hole are conjectures and dimwitted metaphors without scientific support. After watching him, I think I should spend less time worrying about the finish on my old car, and more time discrediting youtube charlatans.
No doubt. He's definitely OCD. .......and I LOVE it!
I disagree. The devil - especially in his case- is in the details.
Yeah. I'm not hear for just a satisfying video. I'm here to learn.
@@Sethleavescomments couldn't have said it better
This guy is a perfect example of full blown OCD. With that said, I want him to wash and detail my car.
Same
True !
If a guy isn't ocd he doesn't deserve to do this 😂.....you won't get customers by scratching their car
Latnlvr , you may call it OCD what Larry is actually displaying is called "Know your stock in trade". That term was lost here in the US, electricians carpenters plumbers still remember that phrase and apply it to their trade every day. So it stands to reason to learn as much as you can and apply your skills to your trade so your rewards will be greater.
I work at a car dealership that does not really have a true detail department, and im always playing with products... whenever I call a coworker over to see something cool like this they always give me the dumbest looks
cohesion is the reason for why a wet and squeezed microfiber will pick up better the water than a dry one .... great video as always.
Carlos Roman cohesion absolutely correct! Hydrogen bonds are weak, which allows the wet towel to “absorb” better as the H2O bond are broken and reformed.
I love his videos because, unlike many other [unnamed] car detailing product brands with their RUclips channels, he isn't just trying to sell a product. He's genuinely trying to teach the audience something that he's passionate about, and it just so happens that he has his own products.
So many haters. I wonder how many of these passive aggressive a**holes are asked to detail a Maserati MC12 Corsa or a McLaren F1 GTR Longtail? I bet not many.
Keep up the great work Larry!
In case you're still wondering why this works. it's because water molecules bond with other water molecules through something called a hydrogen bond. It's the reason water puddles up together, and it also explains why adding water to your microfiber cloth will actually make it more absorbent. Although it won't hold as much water as a dry cloth, it will definitely pick up water much more effectively, as the water in the cloth bonds to the water on the car (which is not bonded to the car), so it just gets picked up by the cloth. It's awesome to see that at work though, I'm going to start using that trick! Thanks!
Close, but nope.
I think the term you’re looking for is “cohesive.”
That is the slowest drying water I have ever seen.
If I sat there that long after washing my car I'd have water spots everywhere.
u gotta remember that car already had AMMO Skin, your car doesn't have it
That is true, if it's hotter outside, but when you wax the vehicle as often as he said he does, the water doesn't evaporate as fast. It'll sit there until the oxygen drys it out and then eventually yes you will have spots
billybobjoe198 thats why you wash your car at dusk billybob
billybobjoe198 If you saw the part where he wets the microfiber towel, you can see the water smoking, it's probably very cold outside.
It's waxed that's why
A damp quality microfiber cloth with a good amount of quick detailer dries my car up pretty well, and with very little scratching.
Jonathan, good point. Glad I covered the streaks getting absorbed in the pores of the paint. Love hydrate!
I've been watching your videos for quite a while, and I understood you were a geek, but OMG, I think I just realized that you are as geeky as I am (if not more). Just saying - I spent 6 hours (with no stops) from 10 pm till 4 am to wash my car, clay it, and wash again, then use pen paint to cover small chips, then do interior.
Хорошая Машина Must have been pretty dirty! I can get 6 cars done in that amount of time...
I spend that much time detailing one Car sometimes inside and out.
I really enjoy your videos. There are so many out there but yours are on a level that many others are not and a big reason why I share your videos with the others I try to help educate. Thank you for your time Larry!
I can't stop watching these videos, I don't know why. Keep it up.
I can't believe someone complained about how much talking you do. I love the detail of how you do this. Keep the videos with all the talking coming. Thank you
All joking aside about OCD, not appropriate, this professional is concerned about perfection in his trade! BRAVO! Larry thank you for putting this training on RUclips, many successes in your endeavors!
Dude. Your a legend. I stumbled across a few of ur vids. Your 25+ years experience. For years and for select customers i always used mothers 3 step. Great results. Chamois etc. Till i got my blue WRX and scratched from the showroom along roof sills edge off boot...trunk... then recently im seeing more and more. Cos of me. Anyway learning fast. Thanks as with explanation of the technical info its easier to learn. I just deliberately left car watermarks cant believe how they stick. Have not ceramic coated car yet due to time constraints and dirt. But did a fine crystal spray from Sensha. Gonna check out ur website now and tell my viewers as i know not much to start learning it all here. My workshop atm is no environment and i risk misinforming my viewers. In this video i refer to a little of what i learnt. Thanks AMMO NYC. LEGEND!! ( yes i used to throw the hot dirty bucket of wash and wax on the roof....DOH! AND GOODBYE CHAMOIS... HELLO MICROFIBRE.. it was first thing i learnt on ur channel the washing machine vid.... cant wait to learn more about your products. Cheers..
Thx Bob, I appreciate all the support. You and the GTR kick butt!
Thank you so much! Really appreciate the kind words. Stay tuned for more videos. Love shooting them. :) -L
I feel like this guy is "one of us"... a regular guy who is great at his job and has developed amazing tools for us AND shows us with passion how to use his products... great person.. I wish you all the best bro!! I plan on becoming a regular user of AMMO!!
Good point. I will try to keep it shorter. Thx for the heads up!
Hey guys I purchased a brand new car and Im a noob of washing cars, so I purchased this ammo hydrate!! The end result made me look like a professional detailer! This thing is AMAZING! Totally worth every single cent. I really wish they never change the formula of this thing at all!!
You can use a leaf blower for sure, but sometimes it blows too much dust and dirt up because its not as exact as air compressor. (Although a bit safer) just be sure to rinse down your work space prior using the blower to avoid having more dust re-settle on the surface of the paint. Good point though
Larry! Ive been a close follower to you and subscribed ages ago and youve taught me so much on how to care for a car. Its like an extension of ourselves and some people may laugh at that but it's just part of the investment we put in for the these things. I just got my hands on hydrate and the new formula and i gotta tell you Larry... Its amazing. It smells great and it really does help in the drying process. Not to sound like a fan boy at all im just really appreciative of all these vids from you and many others that show how to care for our vehicles. I use your hydrate (may get FROTHe due to living in a desert city with water restrictions) along with stuff from chemical guys etc and i think i got my supplies and tools down to where my budget fits and learning to use them properly.
I gotta say thanks for all these useful tips and tricks too. Keep it up and I cant wait to see what you come out with next!
Yohann, that is so kind. I really appreciate you support the brand. Stay in touch! -L
Guys at work have thought I was stupid for using spray wax to help dry the cars I do, but it works really well. The wax is hydrophobic so helps push the water away! It's awesome. I have a dryer, shinier, car quicker!
Could you explain this in a little more detail? Like you really speaking to someone with only marginal skills cleaning car paint.
@@canislupis3129 Spray wax pushes water away. If you use it and a soft thick towel you spread the wax and pick up what's left of the water at the same time.
This is an old video and I watched it already but revisiting it, You said this is a new category of products!
I've been using Sonax High Speed Wax after every single wash based on their recommendations. They say: "Use it after you dry the car or while the car is wet after washing it". It will give you a long lasting protection lasting many weeks and adds deep nice shine to the car which is what I noticed!!!
This product is there on amazon.com since 2010 and on amazon.de since 2007!!!
Maybe in the US, you don't have such category of products!
When spraying it on the car while it's wet, it does exactly what your hydrate does. Repels water, makes drying easier and after the car is fully dry within 30 minutes you can notice the gloss.
Good video and keep up man, You are a top notch!
The impala is lowered (tastefully) and lightly modded. It is a daily driver with over 200k miles on it. Love it sooo much!
i didnt think id watch a 12 minute video on drying your car but this guy knows his shit
I got my AMMO Hydrate and used it today after I washed my car, and I can tell you that this stuff works. It did leave some very minor streaking in small patches, and I think that was due to my towel being to wet, but it did not stay there. It is true that this product does vanish. I did a test and sprayed it right on the wet paint and the water about ran from it. My car is silver and in the sun I had to put my sunglasses on it was so bright. This product works all. GET IT....... It also smells GREAT
when it comes to a very dark colored car you can simply wipe the car or just lean on the car with your hand and there will be a scratch in the paint lol. I use a soft water blade and a 700-800 loops per square inch microfiber drying towel... and I don't run onto problems... if I missed a spot(because nobody is perfect) I skip it with the blade and catch it with the microfiber. because I do mobile detailing I use 100% soft water so outside in the sun is not a problem and car stays wetter longer even with soap on it (not saying to leave it on for an extended time) I use a foam cannon so as I'm washing the car it stays soaped up and wetter longer giving me and the soap a chance to work. as far as the water blade always get a soft blade and thoroughly rinse vehicle... if vehicle is relatively contaminant free (by claying) and waxing then dirt (what little there is) will be captured/suspended in the water droplets and glide right off wether it be with the blade or just wether it just roll off of the car.
bottom line guys is when it comes to dark colored vehicles they are always going to be more reflective and amplify imperfections no matter what you do. if you are that asinine about your vehicle. it would be best to get the paint as close as possible to perfect and apply a ceramic or glass coating. this will help greatly. otherwise you will maybe once every 6mo to a yr always need to polish and wax your vehicle to keep that clarity in it. I can agree that a microfiber drying towel is superior to a chamois
Hi, I'm from the Uk and have been poring over your videos learning how to properly care for my new M3. Your passion and intensity is addictive to watch - well impressed with you knowledge and willingness to share . Learning loads from your videos and wish we had an easy and more cost effective way of getting you products over here in the UK. Nice one Larry.
+JEZWORLD Thank you for the kind words! Glad to help you learn and care for your cars! Maybe one day. Thanks again for watching and supporting AMMO!
If I had to choose...probably the wet one. But why not use a wet microfiber towel. And when you're done, you can throw the towel in the wash so its perfectly clean for the next wash. Thx for the note. -L
Water breaks hydrogen bonds formed within the fibres. This makes the fibres softer, and the exposed hydroxyl groups make the surface more hydrophilic. It's the latter process that makes a damp cloth more able to soak up water than a dry cloth.
i desperately wish i could afford all your ammo products!
Save up, they go a long way. They're not really too expensive to start with. Also TST gets you a promo discount.
Rich, great question. It should work with "another sealant" but I can't give you a 100% answer because I haven't tested that product, nor has it been made to work specifically with my sealant. (having said all of those lame disclaimers...I'm sure it will work great. If there are issues, just send it back and I will make you whole again) Thx Rich
-L
I love watching your videos! Very informative and I've learned alot about detailing vehicles. It's awesome to see the cars you work on as well.
I own a full service hand car wash, and we have been using damp towels for more than a decade to dry after the car is air dried. The science reason the damp towel works better is because of the water's capillary action. Water has hydrogen bonds, and it tends to pull towards other water molecules.
Just bought my first bottle of hydrate this stuff is mind blowing. Thanks Larry
+Stigs722 Glad you like it!
I am not sure about the OCD but he is a tactician and scientist. If he sees a problem he will work to figure out how its happening and how to prevent it going forward. Its always great to see someone go deep into their craft.
Gracias...diga me se tiene preguntas en la futura. Chao!
-L
i want to go into detailing but am scared that i wont make money but i love cars and learning these videos are awesome and informational. Thanks for not being selfish with your knowledge.
Running a business can be tough and every early entrepreneur is always scared they won't make money. I've been running a lawn care business for 7 years now and have grown quite a bit. You just have to ease into it and see how it goes, test the waters
Fresh towels every car. (Fresh meaning clean out of the washier) Throw them in the washing machine with no other towels. Dont use powder detergents.
I have been using the regiment last summer on my 2013 Mustang and I am amazed everytime I use AMMO Hydrate, it seems to work perfectly as described and gives it an extra protection and shine. I think the AMMO hydrate is the most usefull and revolutionnary product in the regiment.
I have been using a soft, surgical silicon drying blade on my 99 Porsche for years and the paint looks amazing. I always pull in one direction and constantly whipping it clean after each pass.
Hydrate is mind blowing. I'm on my 2nd bottle and I will say that Hydrate, works better then what this video shows. Make sure to purchase the micro fiber towels that AMMO NYC offers on the web site.
I bet you can do a decent Walken impression.
Just discovered your video's the last few nights and sub'd, thank you. So here I am 5 years after you made some of these video's I am learning s lot from you. I can tell you really care about what you are doing, so much respect to you. Very professional and thanks for teaching and sharing. So, I will be watching your video's to learn more.
I love how adamant you are about dealing with these cars. Keep up the good work, luckily there is someone protecting these cars because usually the owners have more to deal with... People may think you are crazy because you are able to be intrinsically obsessed about these cars but trust me, people appreciate this shit.
in my opinion the "best" way to dry a car is by a vacuum blower or air blaster. THIS prevent scratches! But your method is better than a regular drying towel
I was just in Vegas last month for the SEMA show. Next time I will keep you posted. LOVE our subaru!!!!!
Stay in touch,
-L
It is safe to do...but I recommend using window cleaner afterwards. But to answer your question....I use the MF towel to dry the glass as well, but I dont waste Hydrate (by re-squirting or re-applying to the MF towel) when drying the glass. Make sense? Good question btw!
SKIN is what I call my paint sealant. I put it on the car a few week earlier because I maintain this car regularly. (ie...the AMMO Regimen is preformed on a regular basis)
Salute to you Sir! Like others here I don't have an expensive car but I do take care of my belongings and his techniques are proven results. I only wish they sold his line of products at our local auto parts store.
I'm catching up I any episodes I've missed. And you've totally convinced me to throw away my "Absorber" chamois. Had it literally for YEARS and now I know it's garbage. Keep up the good work.
I keep an Absorber towel around for wheels only, or maybe some areas in the engine bay. That's it.
i hate being a broke college student and not being able to afford your regiment but i love the videos and im glad i can use your knowledge towards my car
You got it! Thank you for watching -L
Thank u iamwutiam. Very kind.
My Audi needs this. I'm sold. Putting in an order today.
yup
Hey Larry, you ever think about just drying the car off with a blow dryer, or compressed air? That way you dont have to touch the car at all while drying.
That's what I do - works great - $30 small shop vac reversed for blowing.
Totally cool. Just be careful. Sometimes it can be too powerful.
The reason why a damp microfiber towel will pick up water better is due to the hydrogen bonds in water. So the water in the microfiber towel will pull more water to itself, but if the towel was dry ... there is no water to pull to itself.
awesome videos BTW, ive watched every single one
I absolutely agree with what you said. It’s all about protecting the paint. I’ve learned from past mistakes and Keith what you teach is and those mistakes I made all added up to not having the proper tools/ cleaning and DRYING methods to get the job done correctly.
Just like the other few comments have mentioned and as you also have said, you want to touch the paint surface as little as possible to keep from scratching or damaging it, so a blower would be the best method for drying a car. Gets into all of the cracks and seams on the body, seals, jams and mirrors without a scratch!
For the creases and mirrors...yes. But your car (no ones car) is every perfectly clean after washing. So when you dry in this fashion and use a lubricate its safe and incredibility effective. Much more than just a blower. Blowers are loud and it will take you 30 mins to use JUST a blower to dry the paint. However, if that works for you, then I encourage you to continue
Thx Jay
The best car detailer in the planet
I use a synthetic leather shammy (The Absorber) to dry my car. I usually pre soak the car, hand wash it and rinse it down twice to make sure I don't miss anything. I also keep the shammy just slightly wet and it works extremely well.
i dont care much for washing cars and what have you, but after watching this i kinda feel like i need ammo hydrate for some reason :p
Larry, I purchased the products/ Foam/Skin/Hydrate/Creme and Spit. I have to say they all work as advertised. I really like the Hydrate the best. Thanks for the videos as it helps me learn how to properly wash/wax/detail my car. Hydrate rocks!
Accidentally not long ago I found out this method too! You are a genius!
I have 95 Impala, outback for my wife, and a detailing van. I figured you would much rather see the rare expensive stuff...? Happy to do a video on my car if you want...
They actually have microfiber towels specifically for drying. I have 2 that I use that soak up SO many more times their weight in water. To be extra safe, I never wipe with them to dry, only lay it on the surface and pat it down. Of course, my dilemma is that by the time I finish washing my car, the sections that I started on first will have already dried mostly by themselves leaving water spots! To solve that, I'm now looking at buying a gallon container of quick detailer fluid so I can use that after every wash.
Charlie Tan lol I though it was only me, i do the same and that happens to me. by the time I'm half car drying I need to pick my water spot remover. my car is black and i try to keep it as spotless and shiny as possible. i now try to dry the car a little bit faster and with quick detailer. i has worked better, no more time spending with water marks remover lol.
haha nope, you're not the only one. I think I'm going to alter my procedure now. I think I'm going to split my washing in 3 segments so I can dry in between, each time not giving enough time for water to dry even in full sun. Wish I had a water distillation aparatus for the garden hose..
Charlie Tan Use a pooling rinse after you have rinsed all the soap off, using just the end of the hose without any attachment for pressure, start from the top and work down, you can remove around 80%-90% of the water this way, if your paint is in good condition, the slow stream of water will just slide off, removing most all of the water beads. When your done, 1 spray per panel of detail spray, and you'll dry your car in no time. Adams polishes makes an awesome detail spray.
Charlie Tan Try Eagle One Nano spray wax. I have both the Nano and a gallon of Mquries quick detail er. The Nano is clear and will last much longer. If you have dark paint, only way to go. Cant find it by the gallon. Try it once and you will be sold. I just put carnuba wax on one door.Nano on the other. So far after only washing cant tell the difference. The Nano took only 20 seconds while the carnuba was a job compared.
That owner has it all. Nice landscaping and great cars. I bet the home is a mansion too.
Defender... I use a product called AMMO Foam. I manufacture it. ( I don't really try to promote my products. This is just what I use because I want certain aspects and results from each product. They have to work with the techniques I use as well. ) thx for watching Drive Clean!
Been doing this method before I even seen this... Spay detail spray and microfiber cloth.. Sounds like a no brainer. Doing since 2008 and cars look brilliant. 😚
Love your videos, correct me if I'm wrong but maybe what you were trying to define was the term Porosity. Your methods are great for Hawaii's 11 of 14 environmental changes. Keep up the great work
Hey, I actually found out this idea about a week ago. I pulled my vehicle out of the garage for a quick second....and it RAINED!! After the vehicle was back inside, I used a microfiber towel to dry the water. FIRST TIME doing that!
I tried many alternation for ammo hydrate, such as QD, spray wax, spray polyer, but ammo hydrate simply works the best while lasting.
ammo hydrate is thicker than any of those alternative products out there and simply works much better.
My only wish is Larry makes gallon size products soon.
You're so good at what you do, this is the best car cleaning guide I've ever seen...hope your great future successes...Respect...
I thank you for sharing your valuable experience with me, and i do see the amount of work and effort you put in creating these videos. And at the same time, it is hard for me to keep up with all these information, it would be great for me if you also put some thought into presenting the context in a much more simpler way. Thank you.
I just wanted to say you are very informational and helpful i love watching your video's. I have a passion for cleaning and detailing cars and with these video's it feels like i am in a classroom learning. Thank you
I use to microfiber towels to dry my car it works great get alot of complements. I use 1 towel to absorb the water followed by the second towel to get what was left. I like this method. It works great. People like who detailed ur car. I say me i just think i dry it properly but who knows
Thx guys!
Thanks Jay!
Leaf blower :D use it on my brother Harley... black with chrome every where = lose your mind trying to get rid of streaks presto leaf blower and top down = no wipe drive as normal right away without adding new streaks
I have used microfibers and shammies. It honestly just depends on the shammy you use. Some are garbage but the one I use I have used for years and it is far more effective than any microfiber could be. With microfibers, they actually scratch your paint because they have more grooves or "heads" than a shammie does. Additionally, microfibers require multiple passes, increasing the risk for scratches, whereas a good shammie will only require one, very light, pass. Good luck my fellow motor heads!!
I use a leaf blower to dry my car. it works great while never having to touch the paint.
Same
Literally sandblasting your car with dust from the air.
@@joshwolden2929 maybe if you live in the desert
Thanks for the note bud! Much appreciated. Please like my FB page as well. AMMONYC.
Thanks again for watching
-L
Larry talks about how squeegees are bad, but there are different types of squeegees. I have a brand of car cleaning products and there's this squeegee where you have a "T" shapped blade, in order to not push the dirt around the paint. I wonder if all squeegees are bad, because I have been using this one and its less agressive than a regular towel at least.
I just can't see a car with so much layers (metal, primer, paint, clearcoat, polish, sealant, wax, etc..) absorbing the leftover moisture. What's happening is the leftover moisture is being dissipated and evaporated with time. The reason you don't see the water spot is because of the chemicals in the bottle you're using. Larry I love your work and videos, but I got to call you out on this one. Best thing to dry a car is 2 microfiber towel & distilled water.
1. You soak the first towel in the distilled water and rinse.
2. You dry the car with this towel and you'll have leftover moisture just like in the video.
3. You take the second towel and spray 2-3 spray of distilled water to pick up the reset of the moisture.
4. You're done.
The reason you use distilled over regular tap water, is so you don't introduce any Liquified chlorine, Fluorosilicic acid, Aluminium sulphate, Calcium hydroxide, Sodium silicofluoride, lead, etc. to your paint.
Jerry Pena Great tip Jerry. I do the same, but I like to mist the car with an quick detailing spray to add more lubricity. Distilled water is extremely important, reduces/eliminates water spots.
Lionel Cordova Yep I do the same. Since I already have a distiller that I use to drink my water, I do dilute my quick detailer 4:1. I basically buy a 32oz Meguiar's quick detailer bottle and put 8oz in a 32oz empty bottle and fill the rest with distilled water. I use this to dry the car. I forgot to mention in step 3. But It's so minimal since the quick detailer is mostly made out of water already. And I also do a quick dry with my leaf blower prior to the towles.
+Jerry Pena Careful using a leaf blower! You seem pretty smart so you probably already know, but a leaf blower is sucking in air from the outside and if any dust or dirt gets sucked in you'll end up just shooting it out, I recommend putting panty hose or some other mesh to catch the dirt before you sandblast your paint.
Billy McCock Late to the party, but i dont see how a leafblower is any worse than driving down the highway when it comes to particles in the air being shot at the car. What i would be most worried about is blasting exhaust gasses on a freshly cleaned car (as far as i know, the exhaust gasses are directed into the "tube")
SportSoulLife but remember the car is wet, so you wouldn’t take it on the road anyways before drying
Hmmm...depends on if you do it on a dirt surface. The blower will not get ALL the water, but certainly the water in the cracks. -L
So iv been doing this right for years. I dry with damp microfiber towels because I'm too lazy to go buy a shammy . Cars always come out great !
Hydrate is used to remove water from the painted surface. Hydrate is only used with water. It's NOT a spray wax
Everyone that has washed a car a few times knows that wet towel draws water better than dry towels, this was some strange news for Mr Ammo. Also, the out of this earth phenomenon of the pores of the paint absorbing the AMMO Hydrate, oh hello, it's called evaporation, ever heard of it, evaporation. There is no such thing as pores when the paint has multiple coats of wax on it, the pores have been clogged up by the wax, it's just evaporation happening, and the streaks you see is the oil in the product.
THANK YOU!
If we use spray wax is it safe on the paint. Doing it weekly?
Hey sorry for the delay. We had a crazy hurricane here in NYC. If you are always getting bugs you can leave a soapy bucket with a bug sponge in your garage after your drive. They spot clean with AMMO Spit. Send me an email at larry@ammonyc.com Thx!
Thx bud!
Once again a top class tutorial. Thank you.