Terry towels

[96-2D-Hoe]

I've always used them for compound, cleaner, polish and wax, and prefer them over synthetic. But the quality of what I have found is incredibly poor. I'm still using some I've had for years and anything in the stores look like rags in comparison. I just bought a pack of a brand I'd bought before and they were so bad I returned them.

Anyone have a lead on anything decent?

 

[Rocket Man]

They’re microfiber now, way better than the old terry towels. They won’t scratch. Amazon sells good ones for a decent price.
Zwipes Microfiber Cleaning Cloths (48-Pack) - 948 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ANZHG4U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_MfjsFbSQEZP77

 

[Doubeleive]

costco sell's a 36 pack of micro fiber towels that hold up pretty well

 

[drakon543]

i can't even find goos microfiber cloths. all the ones i find locally i have to wash once or twice before i can even use them. if i dont it just leaves fuzz everywhere

 

[exp500]

Dollar General!

 

[Doubeleive]

i can't even find goos microfiber cloths. all the ones i find locally i have to wash once or twice before i can even use them. if i dont it just leaves fuzz everywhere

The costco ones do not leave any fuzz

 

[Rocket Man]

Neither do the Zwipes on Amazon.

 

[drakon543]

Dollar General!

worst ones ive tried those are my oil rags now

The costco ones do not leave any fuzz

no costco within reasonable distance

Neither do the Zwipes on Amazon.

usually try to get my small cheaper items locally but ill give these a shot

 

[Doubeleive]

worst ones ive tried those are my oil rags now

no costco within reasonable distance

usually try to get my small cheaper items locally but ill give these a shot

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Kirkland-S...=33369985888206cf4d2e7f7a4f20a9840c847403ccea

 

[96-2D-Hoe]

Seems I gotta get with the times. I've bought some but the cheap ones are so small they're a bit uncomfortable in my large hands. I'll have to buy some decent ones.
Thanks for the suggestions

 

[96-2D-Hoe]

These are pretty good, 16x14, 10# for $8. Can only buy them in store though
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Platinum...s-Car-Washing-10PK-Black-Microfiber/795283440

 

[briarpatch]

For general microfiber needs, look no further than the Rag Company. If, however, you're looking for the best drying towel known to exist, then Griots Garage PFM (Pure Freakin Magic) drying towel is the one you want. Search any detailing forum you want and you'll hear the same advice. The PFMs are expensive, but worth it.

 

[Jason in DLH]

Seems I gotta get with the times. I've bought some but the cheap ones are so small they're a bit uncomfortable in my large hands. I'll have to buy some decent ones.
Thanks for the suggestions

Absolutely! I remember the time decades ago when I used a chamois to dry. Nowadays I definitely use a large super absorbing microfiber (patting to dry...no wiping!) and only after drying it first with a leaf blower. I’m thinking I must have that Griots Garage one, because it’s awesome!

Since you’re getting with the times...now would be a good time to get different color microfibers for different jobs (ie. Red for Polish, Yellow for engine, Blue for interior, etc...).

 

[96-2D-Hoe]

I still use a chamois. Haven't found any drying cloth that works better. Those colored ones are too small. I like the grey ones I bought from Walmart I posted above.

 

[briarpatch]

I still use a chamois. Haven't found any drying cloth that works better. Those colored ones are too small. I like the grey ones I bought from Walmart I posted above.

Check out the Griots Garage PFM drying towel....the chamois will be relegated to the shelf.

 

[DanielYukon]

I use the Kirkland MF towels from Costco. Goes to the washing machine before using them. First use is for buffing polishing paint. Then it's handed down to interiors and lastly for engines and tires. Costs only $16 for 36pcs a pack. Been buying it for 3 years now especially when it's on sale that goes to $10bucks. Whatta deal!!!