California Duster..."The dirtier the duster gets, the better it works!"

[allenk4]

"The secret to the duster's incredible performance is paraffin wax. The duster's threads have a permanent paraffin wax coating that grabs and holds onto dust. The dirtier the duster gets, the better it works!"


I don't think I have ever heard that claim about any detailing product.


Carrand Pacific Coast Car Duster, auto duster

[FUNX650]

The Original California Duster has been advertised
in this manner since the 1980s.

Hard to believe then. Hard to believe it now.
They've sold a whole lot 'em of though!

Perhaps:
"Billions and Billions" (??) ~ Ray Croc/Carl Sagan

Bob

[peterhurcos]

I wouldn't reject it out of hand. Saw the kid at the propane place give his very tricked up truck a swipe with it as he left work for the day. Pretty sure its not awful. His truck looks better than 97% of the cars out there. All the time. That's not a bad protocol, and practical for those who don't make a hobby out of this. Probably anything bad can be fixed with a light polish, which, face it, we love to do.

BTW, I think the real deal is a "California duster" "Pacific Coast" duster sounds like a knock-off. This is one area where I wouldn't consider Brand X.

[allenk4]

I wouldn't reject it out of hand. Saw the kid at the propane place give his very tricked up truck a swipe with it as he left work for the day. Pretty sure its not awful. His truck looks better than 97% of the cars out there. All the time. That's not a bad protocol, and practical for those who don't make a hobby out of this. Probably anything bad can be fixed with a light polish, which, face it, we love to do.

BTW, I think the real deal is a "California duster" "Pacific Coast" duster sounds like a knock-off. This is one area where I wouldn't consider Brand X.

AGO sells both

Same technology

Just making the point that it seems counterintuitive that the dirtier anything gets the better it works.

If that is truly the case, why do they also state:

"Care and Cleaning: The California Car Dusters work best when they’re dirty. Just shake them out before and after each use. Should your duster ever become so dirty that it requires an actual cleaning, just wash it in cold water with a mild detergent (like Woolite) and let it air dry."

Seems like shaking it out or washing would impair the performance of the California Duster

[HateSwirls]

Many years ago I had one, and it's correct , the dirtier it gets the better it works.
I don't use one these days but the main reason it causes scratching is because people put too much pressure on it.
Your suppose to kind of let the strings touch the paint to remove dust.

I'm wanting to get the mini for my interior, they sell a small "Dash" model, perfect for the interior.

[allenk4]

Many years ago I had one, and it's correct , the dirtier it gets the better it works.
I don't use one these days but the main reason it causes scratching is because people put too much pressure on it.
Your suppose to kind of let the strings touch the paint to remove dust.

I'm wanting to get the mini for my interior, they sell a small "Dash" model, perfect for the interior.

I found that a Swiffer Duster Refills, without the handle is ideal for light interior dust removal. It seems to trap the dust inside. I keep one tucked in the car at all times. Less than a buck each.

[Kamakaz1961]

Many years ago I had one, and it's correct , the dirtier it gets the better it works.
I don't use one these days but the main reason it causes scratching is because people put too much pressure on it.
Your suppose to kind of let the strings touch the paint to remove dust.

I'm wanting to get the mini for my interior, they sell a small "Dash" model, perfect for the interior.

I use the CA Dustbuster and you are correct MOST people do not know how to use it. You are correct that you barely touch the surface with the duster. The strings just gently swipe at the dust. Most people just grind the duster and that makes me cringe!!!

As for the Mini Duster...DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME or MONEY!!! I bought it a few months back. It was useless and I ended up throwing it away!!

[trekkeruss]

Many years ago I had one, and it's correct , the dirtier it gets the better it works.

It is just like using a damp chamois or a spray wax to dry a car. It is counter-intuitive. In the case of a duster, the dust primes the fibers and it works better.

[Loser]

Used mine for seven years, never washed it, and never had an issue with scratching on my black car. Took a drive today to run some errands and when I came home there was some light dust/pollen on the car. I didn't want to have to QD and buff the whole car so I used the duster, holding it above the surface, letting the fibers lightly drag. I never apply pressure and always use common sense when determining if a QD or rinseless is in order instead.

[Kamakaz1961]

Used mine for seven years, never washed it, and never had an issue with scratching on my black car. Took a drive today to run some errands and when I came home there was some light dust/pollen on the car. I didn't want to have to QD and buff the whole car so I used the duster, holding it above the surface, letting the fibers lightly drag. I never apply pressure and always use common sense when determining if a QD or rinseless is in order instead.

Way cool!! I do the same barely touching the surface of the car. It is kinda neat seeing the duster just swipe off the dust with each pass. I will consider a QD or Spray wax if there is no dust just for more protection. If the dust does not go away then to me it's dirt and a wash is the only solution!

But hurray for people knowing how to use the Dustbuster!! I salute you!!

I keep my duster hanging and I threw the bag away it came in...that thing was useless!!