Never owned real Chamois, always made do with cotton towels, until recently when I bough (2) Synthetic Chamois's (One for the finish, the other for bumpers and rockers).
Now, the Syn. Chamois is really easy to care for, I also purchased some shampoo specifically for cleaning it, and about every 10-12 washes/drying cycles I clean them.
My question is, how easy/hard is real Chamois? Anyone ever use both? Which did you like better?
Incidently, 90% of my water comes off with a CWB, so the Chamois is just a touch up of sorts where the CWB can't get too.
I have to agree with you on the longevity, first time I used a syn. Chamois, I snagged it on the bumper between the bumper and the hood and it created alittle tear. Still holding up though.
I've used a few genuine chamois before, and have never had much luck with them. My #1 preference would be a P21S drying towell. My only complaint is that it seems to be shedding a bit after using maybe 8 times. It's still picking up water perfectly though.
i've used both, and prefer the synthetic by far. i'm not sure if it holds more water, but it is MUCH easier to wring out. my experience is that the real chamois tend to stick together when you wring them out. then it's a PITA to unravel them...kinda like saran wrap!!
I have never used a real Chamois.. Recently, I purchased the P21S drying towell which gets the stuff i miss with the California water blade and am very happy with it. I used to use this other synthetic towel called "the absorber" It was ok but the P21S drying towell does a better job.
have P21S synethic chamois and i don't think it's that effective. please note that i have never used real chamois so i don't know if the p21 is better or worse. the california water blade looks intriuging. i am thinking of getting that. anybody have experience with that product?
I use mine on a near daily basis(yes, I was washing my car daily in the summer.) and never noticed ANY scratches from it. "Cotton" towels scratched more than it.
The CWB is made of silicone, which isn't going to scratch your paint. But, if you don't do a thorough job of washing, and you leave dirt particles on your finish, then the CWB may drag those around and leave scratches. But, you're going to have the same problem drying with a chamois or synthetic chamois. The point is, make sure you car is clean before you dry it.
I've tried just about all manner of drying device. I seem to favor the P21S synthetic drying towel. It is very easy to use and care for. It does a wonderful job of drying withou leaving any marks or residue.
Mike
I've been using synthetic chamois for a few years now, but thanks to this board, I've ordered a P21S drying towel and a water blade. I'm gonna try them out as soon as they arrive.
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