Wal Mart Terry Cloth - Page 2

Sherman8r44 · 01-04-06, 04:33

Shiny--Actually had you not mentioned "I don't intend this to flame", I would have been deeply offended, and yes, your post did come off as rather arrogant but I didn't want to make this into such an incident.

Malachi71--I wouldn't risk it with those Walmart ones. In this thread a lot of respected detailers here recommended the Meg's Super Terry as an exceptionally great cotton terry towel.

Mr. Clean · 01-04-06, 04:45

Shiny, your immaturity is showing and I won't argue any point where you are clearly wrong.

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Let me speak for everyone when I say "thank goodness you rarely post."

Another example of your arrogance.

truzoom · 01-04-06, 04:55

IMHO, there is nothing wrong with using terry towels when polishing by hand. One of the best ways I've found is to buy some really nice, thick pile, hand towels at a store like Kohl's, Bed Bath and Beyond, etc. These run somewhere around $2 each, so they won't break the bank and will be a lot more dense than most of what Wally World carries.

I have tried polishing with foam applicators and MF, and you just do not get enough bite out of them to make a difference. Fold the terry towel into 1/4ths to make it easier on your hands, and take your time because you definitely do not want to make things worse.

I also believe I read somewhere that "jersey cotton" like in t-shirts is also good for polishing, as it has no nap so the abrasives in the polish keep contact with the paint. I have tried this method also, but because jersey cotton has no nap, it will get caked with polish eventually.

Best of luck with your detailing.

Shiny Lil Detlr · 01-04-06, 05:12

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Originally Posted by Sherman8r44

Shiny--Actually had you not mentioned "I don't intend this to flame", I would have been deeply offended, and yes, your post did come off as rather arrogant but I didn't want to make this into such an incident.

Malachi71--I wouldn't risk it with those Walmart ones. In this thread a lot of respected detailers here recommended the Meg's Super Terry as an exceptionally great cotton terry towel.

Hence my reason for making a point of mentioning I wasn't intending to flame.

My point still stands that you need to watch what/how you post, because it could be taken the wrong way. Frankly, just as much as you may have been deeply offended by my reply to you, I was deeply offended at the way your post came off toward me. Had you worded yourself differently, I wouldn't have replied in the way I did. And my point also still stands that it wasn't a big deal until Mr. Clean's pompous reply (replies) -- since as you said, you weren't wanting to make it into an incident.

In this thread alone, he's attacked the merits of two accomplished members and proven detailers, one of whom even being a supermod. That's frankly unacceptable. I'm hoping Brad B. sees this thread again and cleans up the crap.

Mr. Clean · 01-04-06, 05:30

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Originally Posted by Shiny Lil Detlr

...In this thread alone, he's attacked the merits of two accomplished members and proven detailers, one of whom even being a supermod. That's frankly unacceptable. I'm hoping Brad B. sees this thread again and cleans up the crap.

Well, I'll first give you kudos at your seeming willingness to continue to show your arrogance by personally establishing yourself as an "accomplished member and proven detailer". As you grow up, you learn that those accolades are usually not self appointed.

And I never attacked Brad B.'s honor or whatever you thought I did. I chose to disagree with his assessment of a detailing tool. Last I knew, there was no rule against that.

Grow up.

ed2065 · 01-04-06, 05:37

I just use terry cloth for windows, carpet cleaning,seats,...non paint things

Spilchy · 01-04-06, 06:04

Let's get back to the original question which is about WAL MART terry towels.

Anything sold by Wal Mart is garbage, we all agree. Those towels are made in Pakistan most likely, and Shiny described them perfectly.

Unfortunately, Mr Clean's quality "Old Geezer" terrys are few and far between these days, hence the recommendation to use quality microfiber (certainly cheap enough).

But, If you want to use terry, Sherman made a solid recommendation about the new Meguiar's terry that I can vouch for (found at local auto chain stores). Also, Viking sells 100% cotton towels too. Those are the only terrys I would use on paint with a preference for the new Meguiar's.

If you want, you can try microfiber. If you don't have access to microfiber from the Internet, you can check out the VROOM brand at Target or the new Meguiars MF at local auto chain stores.

So, to answer your original question about WAL MART terrys, YES, they stink and will harm your paint. Try the Meguiars terry, microfiber or Brad B's foam pad suggestion. This way you can safely experiment with all and come to your own conclusion.

See? You ALL made valid points. I just pieced them together! Group hug now.

Shiny Lil Detlr · 01-04-06, 06:35

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Originally Posted by Spilchy

If you want, you can try microfiber. If you don't have access to microfiber from the Internet, you can check out the VROOM brand at Target or the new Meguiars MF at local auto chain stores.

Another good MF brand (and the ones I use more than any other due to price and availability) are the "Hometex" branded blue MFs from Sam's Club and/or Costco. I've found these to be rather close to on-par with the bigger-name MFs from online vendors like PakShak. PakShaks I think are a little more plush, but past that I don't get too much difference in performance.

The Meg's and VROOM ones are good too, though. Just comes down to what is available.

Malachi71 · 01-05-06, 03:18

So to make sure I'm clear on what to use for removing scratches and swirls, I have two options:

1. I should buy Megs Terry Cloth and use it for applying and removing polish

OR

2. I could use foam to apply the polish and MF to buff it off.

Is this correct?

Spilchy · 01-05-06, 04:36

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Originally Posted by Malachi71

So to make sure I'm clear on what to use for removing scratches and swirls, I have two options:

1. I should buy Megs Terry Cloth and use it for applying and removing polish

OR

2. I could use foam to apply the polish and MF to buff it off.

Is this correct?

Yes. Or you can use a MF to buff off option #1

The best option is to buy a buffer

Sherman8r44 · 01-05-06, 05:47

If I were you I would do Spilchy's modified #1, the Meg's Terry for application (make sure to work it in really well!) and a good MF to buff it off.

DavidB · 01-05-06, 06:10

This is a good topic of discussion. Let's keep it going!

Please remember our "No Bashing" rule.

EVERYONE is entitled to their opinion (right or wrong), regardless of how many posts they have or how many years they have been hanging out here. We are all equals when it comes to civility.

As was pointed out, it is not okay to preface a condescending statement with “no offense intended, but…” to get around the No Bashing rule. We all deserve respect!

Thanks,
db