Greg Raven Posted November 27, 2008 Share Posted November 27, 2008 I have a friend who swears by his California Duster, and it would be quicker and easier to dry-dust the car instead of having to using the Detail Spray and a cloth each time, but I wonder how hard the California Duster is on the finish and/or paint. Any thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Rich Posted November 27, 2008 Share Posted November 27, 2008 Hi Greg! Welcome to the forum! As for the Cali duster..............I avoid them always. I have a black car and you can see every little tiny scratch from stuff that gets picked up in the fibers. But I also have friends like yours that swear by them. Yeah, it's easier, but how much do you like your paint? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Bangastang Posted November 27, 2008 Share Posted November 27, 2008 Hey Greg, I agree with Rich avoid the duster especially with a black car, use the detail spray and a microfiber towel. Easier is not always better. Just remember with a duster you're just taking dust and moving it over the surface of your car.....more scratches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 roushpwrd Posted November 27, 2008 Share Posted November 27, 2008 Thanks for this bit of information....I too wondered about this. I will now take the time to do it right!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Bangastang Posted November 27, 2008 Share Posted November 27, 2008 Thanks for listening:thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 radstoy Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 Rich, I use the Car Duster all the time and have not noticed scratches other than the ones I put on hand polishing when new. Next time we get together for a show or whatever, I would appreciate some constructive criticism. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Bill-V8V Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 Rich, I use the Car Duster all the time and have not noticed scratches other than the ones I put on hand polishing when new. Next time we get together for a show or whatever, I would appreciate some constructive criticism. You put scratches in by hand polishing ? You have any pictures of that ? Should be easy enough to take out. And I think what you received WAS constructive criticism, many fell that the dusters induce micro marring that over all is hard to see with the naked eye but has a serious dulling affect on the paint Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 seibert1814 Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 I've never had a problem with the duster, but dust is all that it is good for. If there is even a little dirt, or grime, or spots, etc., the duster does no good. In the summer, I usually wash every week, detail spray every 2-3 days, and dust in between unless it rains or gets even a little bit dirty. The duster doesn't do anything with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 jjwvette Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 Never on a black car:help: I use the air compressor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 radstoy Posted December 2, 2008 Share Posted December 2, 2008 (edited) You put scratches in by hand polishing ? You have any pictures of that ? Should be easy enough to take out. And I think what you received WAS constructive criticism, many fell that the dusters induce micro marring that over all is hard to see with the naked eye but has a serious dulling affect on the paint Yeah Bill you may well have a point there. Never thought of that. When I speak of scratches when new though I am speaking of rather harsh polishing on my part due to frustration and poor self control. Rad Edited December 2, 2008 by radstoy add a word Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Chris@Adams Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 I use a duster first then I use detail spray every time that I drive my black GTO, with no problems ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Bangastang Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 There is a guy here in San Diego that details exotic cars for Concours shows and big $$$$ clients. I've picked his brain a few times and learned quite a bit. He showed me something that blew my mind. He took a digital camera and photographed the hood of a Ferrari that I thought was in pristine condition. He kept blowing up that image and after a few enlargements you could see the swirl marks which I believe he called "spydering". The owner of the Ferrari which was red, used a California Duster. When I mentioned California Duster he freaked out and said "never use those things". As he explained it to me using the duster just takes the dirt and spreads it across the car adding fine scratches to your paint. Remember that duster is dry and has no lubricant, kind of like low-end sand blasting. Now this is the part that really got my attention, I watched this guy send over two hours with a Porter Cable buff out 1/4 of the hood on the Ferrari. He then took another photograph and blew it up on his laptop....swirl marks were gone. I saw this myself this wasn't a infomercial on TV. You may not see the scratches at a glance but if you look closer you'll see them. Get yourself a magnifying glass and try the same thing, it might scare you. Now are some of us anal enough about our cars to do that, YES? But for us show car guys who are always looking for a leg up it's just something to be conscious about. To sum it all up use Adams Detail Spray and a microfiber cloth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 GerryC Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 To sum it all up use Adams Detail Spray and a microfiber cloth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Bill-V8V Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 Nice write up Hendrix :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Bangastang Posted December 3, 2008 Share Posted December 3, 2008 Thaks C6Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Mick Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 If the car has been detailed and just sitting in the garage for weeks at a time, is the duster ok to use? One car is orange, the truck is red. This would only be done if it was never moved from the garage. What are your thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Bill-V8V Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 If the car has been detailed and just sitting in the garage for weeks at a time, is the duster ok to use? One car is orange, the truck is red. This would only be done if it was never moved from the garage. What are your thoughts? I wouldn't. Read the post below by Bangastang Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Adam Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 Dragging dirt over the finish is just that: Dragging dirt over the finish. Lubricating the finish with Detail Spray before wiping with a towel is a safer program. Blowing the dust and larger dirt particles off with a compressor first is even better! I believe that if you do the work to get your finish perfect, it's worth keeping perfect. The Duster takes the finish down a notch, and introduces scratches again. Another tip: use a Super Plush Micro Towel, clean and dry, and swipe a section, turn the towel, swipe another, etc. That's better than using a duster, and easier too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Bangastang Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 What's up Crew? I've been gone for a few days how's everybody? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Bangastang Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 I did not have sexual relations with that woman Monica Lewinsky and I will not use a California Duster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Bill-V8V Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 Hi Hendrix Half of us are sitting inside trying to keep warm :mad::mad: Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Adam Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 You off on a tropical vacation Hendrix? Must be nice to be you my friend! Welcome back!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Bangastang Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 Thanks Adam, Just been busy with my business, can I mention my website? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Adam Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 Thanks Adam,Just been busy with my business, can I mention my website? What, do you mean, by chance, possibly, might you be referring to: www.bangastang.com Where the late-model Mustang folks can find outstanding aftermarket accessories and excellent customer service? Well, Hendrix, you better keep that on the down-low! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Bangastang Posted December 13, 2008 Share Posted December 13, 2008 Hey Adam, Thanks a million times over, you know what it's like to start your own business. Some people think I'm crazy for starting my business during these times but my passion has always been cars...Detroit Muscle. So for those Adams Polishes Lovers that drive 2005-2008 Mustang and would like to dress up your Stang and not spend a fortune please visit my website http://www.bangastang.com And for a special treat watch my video I promise you'll like it. Thanks, Bangastang aka Hendrix hendrix@bangastang.com HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 JQVettes Posted December 20, 2008 Share Posted December 20, 2008 Years ago someone fanatical (like most of us, or why would we be on a detailing forum) showed me this method, which I have used ever since.... Go to Home Depot and buy an Ostrich Feather Duster. Yes, that's right. The Ostrich Feathers are super soft, and that is how I dust off the car (not dirt, mind you, just atmospheric dust, or after a drive on a nice day). It is very effective and doesn't harm the paint. THEN, use the detail spray. You may get some strange looks when you're using a feather duster on your car, but it's a VERY effective method. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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I have a friend who swears by his California Duster, and it would be quicker and easier to dry-dust the car instead of having to using the Detail Spray and a cloth each time, but I wonder how hard the California Duster is on the finish and/or paint.
Any thoughts?
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