best shamy

leeor · 07-16-2010, 06:03 PM

i know this might sound weird, but theres some wash pros here...

which is the best shamy, or which would u recomend me to get?

I wanna get one, and of course the best for my M

thanks

gthal · 07-16-2010, 07:26 PM

None... a shamy will invariably leave marring and swirls. I would only use high quality microfiber towels for drying and for washing sheepskin or microfiber mitts.

leeor · 07-16-2010, 08:18 PM

i saw that sort of reply coming

osteome · 07-17-2010, 07:56 AM

Shamwow FTW......

gthal · 07-17-2010, 08:07 AM

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Originally Posted by leeor

i saw that sort of reply coming

Just an opinion

The clearcoat on the M3 is, IMO, very soft and swirls easily. Anything that car easily trap debris (like a shamois) runs a higher risk or marring the paint.

dr.jay · 07-17-2010, 09:41 AM

Chemical Guys Miracle Dryer or Detailers Domain Uber Waffle Weave

M3ltdown · 07-17-2010, 10:04 AM

get some waffle-weave drying microfiber towels from chemical guys.

as for washing... costco has a great deal on a 4-pack sheepskin washing mitts for 24.99.
http://www.costco.com/Browse/Product...=1&topnav=&s=1

hova00 · 07-18-2010, 09:40 AM

The absorber available at your local parts store.
Hands down the best shammy.

elm3 · 07-18-2010, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by hova00

The absorber available at your local parts store.
Hands down the best shammy.

+1, this is what I use and I've never had a problem with anything on the paint.

eclipsisNA · 07-18-2010, 01:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gthal

Just an opinion

The clearcoat on the M3 is, IMO, very soft and swirls easily. Anything that car easily trap debris (like a shamois) runs a higher risk or marring the paint.

This man is 100% correct. leeor, chamois cloths (or "shammy's) are extremely prone to marring, swirling, and leaving residue streaks behind. I would personally never use one. The best towel I've used to date is the Chemical Guys 16x16 Monster. The price for 3 is quite good as well:

http://www.chemicalguys.com/MONSTER_...ic_1100_03.htm

Being you're in the area, you could always stop by to see some of the equipment I use.

Quote:

Originally Posted by hova00

The absorber available at your local parts store.
Hands down the best shammy.

You can either take my word or not, but there's not a single shammy on the market that won't harm your car. Your call though.

Eliminator XP · 08-01-2010, 12:37 AM

SM Arnold makes an awesome synthetic chamois called the "Water Sprite"....look into it, you wont be disappointed...will not scratch or mar your finish!

Here is a link....http://www.smarnold.com/2009pdf/06.pdf

leeor · 08-01-2010, 11:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eliminator XP

SM Arnold makes an awesome synthetic chamois called the "Water Sprite"....look into it, you wont be disappointed...will not scratch or mar your finish!

Here is a link....http://www.smarnold.com/2009pdf/06.pdf

thats the one i use now

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