Originally Posted by PatrixUSA

Not sure where in CA you live, but if it's in a somewhat aired climate (low humidity), to increase the time you can go between washes, I've had great luck with a dusting / spray detailing / spray waxing regime. Starting with a clean car, I can go for weeks without washing with just a daily or bi-daily dusting then spray detail, takes like 5 minutes. Love the Griot's Garage line of products.

The hard-core guys will advise against any kind of dry dusting (micro fiber, duster or blower) however I've noticed no spider-webbing or ill effects from it, but I have the mica paint, so maybe that hides it? Works for me, but proceed at your own preference.

When I do wash, I wash with the two bucket method and use a blower to dry (and dust). I've now got two of my neighbors blowing their cars to dry and dust.

EDIT: Just read in a previous post that you live in the bay area, so probably too wet and humid to use dusting protocol.

Originally Posted by SwiftIS

That is true. You can use any spray wax/sealant during drying. I'm a huge fan of CG V7 hybrid during drying. Buy the gallon

Originally Posted by nathantse

I think this will be the most effective way for me to dry. Any secret tips on how to do this the right way? (Haven't done it before)

Originally Posted by nathantse

Thanks! How water absorbent are these though? They aren't marketed as drying towels.

I also heard that using detailer spray or quick wax drying will decrease the chance of scratching as well as leaving some protectant?

Originally Posted by EMOgs3

I use chemical guys honeydew foam soap. The more soap u use the more foam it is. But you only need a little bit of the soap and the rest water

Originally Posted by GSteg

Unless your paint is heavily soiled with mud, you can skip step 1. Soap clings better to dry paint.

Originally Posted by jhardy

I got my car coated with ceramicpro. I use 2 bucket method and dry with CG quick detailer and a waffle-weave drying towel. After using quick detailer for about a year with no issues, I started noticing it leaves streaks. I never had this happen before. Any ideas what would cause this? I wash my car early in the morning (around 7:30) since it's better to do so when your paint is cool.

Originally Posted by GSteg

What detergent do you use to wash your towels? It's possible it's not picking up the quick detailer as effective as when the towels were new. Humidity also plays a role.