dust -Black Car

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imported_walt

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I have a black benz and have to park in a very dusty area.

No matter what waz i use it will attract the dirt-

Can I have some recomendations about the correct way to



a) remove when i want to immeidtaly drive

I have used the Calif. duster

was thinking of the zymol one



b) remove beofre washing as not to grind it into the finish
 
Is there something you don't like about your Calif. Duster? The CCD has been proven safe (when used sensibly) and is liked by many people here.



I don't think there's much more you can do before washing other than hosing it down really well. :nixweiss
 
I use the CCD on my black car all the time for dust. Just one day of normal driving and I have dust



The best defense is to make sure you keep the car well waxed all the time (not just once every six months) so when you de-dust it, you have a lot of something between the dust and the paint!
 
a) I use my Cali all the time on my black car.....never a problem. I have at least 5 coats of Zaino on the car and I lightly brush the surface.



b) I never have dusted before washing. I think the water will act as a lubricant to prevent scratching. Be sure to use a very soft wash mit, like lambs-wool.



With a black car.....a CCD is just about a requirement, if you want your car to look its best. Just don't scrub it into the paint.:up :cool:
 
jwmciti,



I have a jet black car and use my California Car Duster all the time. I think it is one of the best tools to keep a darker colored car looking it's best all the time.



I also agre with COEX-PILOT about having a coat of wax or sealant on the car at all times. If nothing else, besides making the car look better, it makes me feel like the car has a "protective barrier" on the paint.



Cheers,

My Black 7 Series
 
tks to all of u!

where can i order the "real" ccd?

i ordered a replacement last year and it was not the the original.



I think this year I buy a car cover so my neighbors can really have something to talk about..............
 
jwmciti said:
tks to all of u!

where can i order the "real" ccd?

i ordered a replacement last year and it was not the the original.



I think this year I buy a car cover so my neighbors can really have something to talk about..............
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I think Wal-Mart carries them. If not you can buy it at this website:



Cali-Duster !...
 
jwmciti said:




I think this year I buy a car cover so my neighbors can really have something to talk about..............
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Car Cover + Dust + Black Finish = Marred finish :shocked :scared



Be careful when you use it or you will be :angry and :o
 
jwmciti- I'm with blkZ28Conv on the



Car Cover + Dust + Black Finish = Marred finish



Been there, scratched that :(



Unless you have something serious (that's worse than scratches) to worry about, like nasty IFO or bird bombs, the cover will cause more problems than it'll solve.



Covering a spotless car in an indoor garage is different, but I'm guessing that's not what you're talking about.
 
Bruce Peter said:
I won't let a CCD near my car!
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I respectfully disagree. I love the CCD. I have used one for years on my garaged vehicles prior to and after usage. I agree if a car has been exposured to any inclimate type weather and obvious adhered dirt can be seen.. No Way would I use one. But after sitting in the garage for a few days, weeks, and months ( car stored clean) the CCD followed by a DF Towel wipe works fantastic. I personally believe more harm potential is present when washing a dusty vehicle than the proper usage of a CCD.:xyxthumbs



My criteria for usage. If too dirty ( obvious film) to QD I will not use CCD.

:wavey
 
blkZ28Conv said:
I respectfully disagree. I love the CCD. I have used one for years on my garaged vehicles prior to and after usage. I agree if a car has been exposured to any inclimate type weather and obvious adhered dirt can be seen.. No Way would I use one. But after sitting in the garage for a few days, weeks, and months ( car stored clean) the CCD followed by a DF Towel wipe works fantastic. I personally believe more harm potential is present when washing a dusty vehicle than the proper usage of a CCD.:xyxthumbs



My criteria for usage. If too dirty ( obvious film) to QD I will not use CCD.

:wavey
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Many people love the ccd. I have used it in the past with horrible results. I guess I am not using it correctly, or something else is wrong. What ever it is I have had lousy results. I ALWAYS cause micro marring.



If the car has collected dust form driving I do a thourough wash with Z7. The last time i tried to QD it and caused swirls. WHAT THE #$*@ AM I DOING WRONG????



If it has dust from sitting in the garage I will use Z6, AND PLENTY OF IT to make sure the surface is lubricated well.



Can anyone tell me HOW to QD and HOW to use a CCD properly?

I am beggining to loose my mind!!!!!



I think I read a thread from carguy on proiper CCD usage a while back. Anyone remember it?





Still learning.....

:nixweiss
 
CCD all the way. For small sections with splashes or mud, I'll get a bucket of soapy water, wipe it down, dry it, and spray a little Meguiar's QD then buff with a MF towel. Works like a charm!:up
 
Bruce Peter said:
Can anyone tell me HOW to QD and HOW to use a CCD properly?

I am beggining to loose my mind!!!!!
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I have a black car which attracts dirt and dust like a magnet......



1. Make sure your car's surface is super slick. Z2, Z6



2. If the car has dust on it, its safe to CCD and then QD. I never QD without CCD'ing first. When CCD'ing use a VERY LIGHT TOUCH. Just enough to remove the dust. Long strokes. Never apply pressure. The weight of the CCD is plenty to take all dust off.



3. If the car has "dirt" on it, (more than just a dusting.......DON'T QD OR CCD. Bucket wash it with Z7.



4. Anything more than dust is too much for a CCD or QD.



I've used these guidelines for over a year......never any swirl marks or scratches.:D
 
Luster said:
I have a black car which attracts dirt and dust like a magnet......



1. Make sure your car's surface is super slick. Z2, Z6



2. If the car has dust on it, its safe to CCD and then QD. I never QD without CCD'ing first. When CCD'ing use a VERY LIGHT TOUCH. Just enough to remove the dust. Long strokes. Never apply pressure. The weight of the CCD is plenty to take all dust off.



3. If the car has "dirt" on it, (more than just a dusting.......DON'T QD OR CCD. Bucket wash it with Z7.



4. Anything more than dust is too much for a CCD or QD.



I've used these guidelines for over a year......never any swirl marks or scratches.:D
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Thanks, I will try again as soon as I let her get dusty

Bruce
 
One more important note: Don't use the CCD on paint that is more than slightly warm to the touch (or what you'd think is slightly warm). I suppose black/dark paint is more susceptable to heating up.



The reason why is that it will melt the paraffin on the tips of the CCD and cause little streaky lines. I forgot one day and made the mistake of doing this to my hood. It looks like a whole swath of really bad micromarring. After recovering from my heart attack I realized what happened and QD'ed it off no problem. :)
 
damn- this board is great-



has anyone ever tried the Zymol Duster????

Yes- Yes-Zymol is overpriced= dont want to get flamed-



I have been tempted to buy one=
 
This is just my $.02...



If my car is DUSTY it has been sittingin the garage for a month and it is Clean and it is just dusty, then I would use my CCD....



If I drove my car one time, I would not call it dusty I would call that dirty and would never use my CCD ofter that....





again this is just my $.02...
 
jwmciti said:
has anyone ever tried the Zymol Duster????

Yes- Yes-Zymol is overpriced= dont want to get flamed-
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In the words of 20 year old ABC laundry detergent commercials, "Why pay more?" :D



The CCD is a proven tool, not overpriced, and easy to obtain. Some have had theirs (unwashed) for many years and they still perform. :cool:
 
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