3M Detailing Cloths

[imported_springerfever]

I did a search on these and didn`t get any results. Anybody had any experience with these microfibers ? Seems that a lot of professional auto-paint suppliers, such as AutoColor and Sherwin Williams carry them.



Also they come in a 13" X 12" size and a 16" X 16". Is one size preferred over others for general detailing and polish removal



Thanks !!

[Accumulator]

While I haven`t actually *used them myself*, I have examined them and they seemed perfectly fine. I`ve seen vehicles they were used on and these cars showed no signs of micromarring or other problems that could be attributed to the 3m MFs.



"Which size?" will be a personal preference. I`d get some of each as there`s usually some benefit to having a larger/smaller towel (one size doesn`t really fit all).

[Big Leegr]

I got one a few years back, 12x14. It`s a fairly low nap. Mine actually said "made in the USA" on the package, so I can only guess how old that would make it. Edging could scratch a cd, but using it on glass was pretty good!



Again, though, mine`s pretty old, so it`s likely not the same as they sell now.



Body-shops would likely sell it because they also sell the rest of the 3M line, so the distributer would try to "add on" to their sales with accessories.



Size is a matter of preference. Bigger gives you more surface area to use, but is also bulkier to handle.

[stevet]

I have seen these in auto body supply stores. Very thin and expensive compared to what you can get on line.

[Mr Monk]

I think this is what you`re referring to....

If so they`re $ 6.40 @ www.carcareonline.com

You can also order through 3M.

[imported_fireberd350]

I have a half dozen of so of these rags and my first impressions were not good. They are small, thin, and feel rough, with almost no plushness at all.



however I gave them a shot anyways and now they are my go-to rag for buffing polishes and compounds. I ALWAYS use this rag to buff and follow behind it with a plush MF and have had amazing results.



They are very expensive, but worth a look IMO!

[imported_springerfever]

Dr Groove...



Those are exactly the ones I purchased. I bought a set of six for 27.00 at Sherwin Williams, so they are discounted in bulk. So far I have been happy with them for polish removal/buffing. just wondering what others thought. They also come out of the washer/dryer just like new with a little vinegar added to rinse.



thanks for the replys !!

[Mr Monk]

Thanks springfever . . . I didn`t know they were available at SW. I think I`ll tgive them a try.