Drying aid

[dlc95]

You probably don't need one in that situation.

I have all of our cars done with some type of Optimum LSP, and I use one of their options as a drying aide, not to add a bulk of protection, but to aide in the removal of liquid. I usually use their Instant Detailer and Gloss Enhancer.

[CleanIT]

You probably don't need one in that situation.

I have all of our cars done with some type of Optimum LSP, and I use one of their options as a drying aide, not to add a bulk of protection, but to aide in the removal of liquid. I usually use their Instant Detailer and Gloss Enhancer.

Optimum IDGE is a great underrated product IMO.

[Rsurfer]

I have never had a towel become hydrophobic when washed with appropriate microfiber detergent. My theory is, if you are going to spend good money on towels, spend the extra to wash them correctly.

For me, I blow dry 95% of the water from a car, then follow up with a towel and drying aid. While there are technical reasons to use a drying aid, lubrication and added protection, I just like the process of going over the car with a towel and a really nice product, probably one of my favorite detailing steps.

What your saying maybe true about your drying towels staying absorbent, but I don't feel like washing my drying towels after every wash.

[evo77]

Drying a wet vehicle with just a GOOD towel and with minimal pressure doesn't scratch. At least not on any of the vehicles I've owned. Maybe people have certain cars with really soft paint where there is a higher risk?

2 years since I've polished the paint. Zero marring. And that is with both rinesless washes AND bucket soap washes.