[scadagawd]

Anyone here have experience with using this? My colleague at work says he uses it all the time in between washes. Does it scratch the car? Any thoughts on this?

[Orange fever]

I will never use that... And yes it will scratch your car

[scadagawd]

Originally Posted by Orange fever

I will never use that... And yes it will scratch your car

Guess I should hold off on getting one then ?

[greasypeanut]

why not take a look at his car while on a break

[ORIGIN M.]

If you just use it lightly on a clean but dusty car it works good.

Shaking it every few swipes, and do not apply much pressure.

I follow up w/ Mist & Wipe once I have remove the surface dust.

[Spa2k]

I've never had a genuine California Car Duster (there are lots of copycats) scratch the paint, but I only have used one on a slightly dusty car that was in the garage. I would never use one on a car that has just been driven.

A better choice for removing dust is a quick wipe down with detailing spray and and a high-quality microfiber cloth. Surface lubrication is your friend when wiping any painted surface.

OTOH, I use a mini California Car Duster all the time to dust the dash, door panels and other interior hard surfaces and have never had any issues or damage. However, I would not use the Duster on the plastic gauges or any piano black surfaces. In those places, a wet (water, but not dripping) microfiber towel followed by a gentle wipe with a dry one works best.

[bobsor]

Originally Posted by scadagawd

Anyone here have experience with using this? My colleague at work says he uses it all the time in between washes. Does it scratch the car? Any thoughts on this?

I've used mine for several years on multiple cars including my M2 without a scratch. I suspect that if it's been dropped on a dirty surface and used without shaking it adequately it could pick up contaminants that could scratch, but when used as recommended it's an awesome product. I see them in use often at car show and concours events on exotic cars.

[scadagawd]

Originally Posted by bobsor

I've used mine for several years on multiple cars including my M2 without a scratch. I suspect that if it's been dropped on a dirty surface and used without shaking it adequately it could pick up contaminants that could scratch, but when used as recommended it's an awesome product. I see them in use often at car show and concours events on exotic cars.

Interesting. Have you tried using it on the dried out rain spots?

[Spa2k]

If you rub hard enough with a California Duster to remove rain spots, which usually contain contaminants (or mix with the ones on your car), you'll damage the paint. Use a detailing spray (or water spot remover if they're on glass) and a microfiber cloth to remove them.

[tutankhamon]

I use a california duster (an actual one) on my car all the time. No scratches whatsoever. I don't push hard, i just use it to get the dust off. If there are rain spots, then the car is getting washed, not dusted lol

[geogerf]

how do you guys clean the duster?

[David1]

Originally Posted by geogerf

how do you guys clean the duster?

You don't. I have a duster that is 20 years old with a wood handle that still does a good job. I just use that one for the lower portions of the car. Newer dusters that are broken in do the rest.

[lax01]

Using a California Duster to remove water spots? UM WHAT



It removes dust...light to no pressure. Won't scratch the car if you use as designed

[SheWentToJared]

just drive the car with dust on it if you don't have time for a proper two bucket wash. we spent way too much for this metal bruh

[ORIGIN M.]

The original is entrenched with carnauba wax, that is why is easier on the paint than a dry mop quasi knock-off, and you use it correctly, and I assume on only a lightly dusty car.

Originally Posted by tutankhamon

I use a california duster (an actual one) on my car all the time. No scratches whatsoever. I don't push hard, i just use it to get the dust off. If there are rain spots, then the car is getting washed, not dusted lol

[DETRoadster]

I have used one for years without a problem but I follow a couple basic "rules."

1) As others have said, go light. Lay it down on the car, then raise the entire duster up about an inch so you are supporting all the weight of it and only allowing the fibers to drape down and contact the paint as you dust.

2) My rule for when to use it and when not to is this: First you start with a freshly washed and detailed car. Go drive and enjoy it. If you have not encountered any rain or moisture (like dew from parking outside overnight) then it's fine to use the duster to wipe off any dust. If you HAVE encountered any rain or moisture since your last wash, then DONT use the duster. It's time for a fresh wash.

[scadagawd]

Originally Posted by DETRoadster

I have used one for years without a problem but I follow a couple basic "rules."

1) As others have said, go light. Lay it down on the car, then raise the entire duster up about an inch so you are supporting all the weight of it and only allowing the fibers to drape down and contact the paint as you dust.

2) My rule for when to use it and when not to is this: First you start with a freshly washed and detailed car. Go drive and enjoy it. If you have not encountered any rain or moisture (like dew from parking outside overnight) then it's fine to use the duster to wipe off any dust. If you HAVE encountered any rain or moisture since your last wash, then DONT use the duster. It's time for a fresh wash.

Originally Posted by DETRoadster

I have used one for years without a problem but I follow a couple basic "rules."

1) As others have said, go light. Lay it down on the car, then raise the entire duster up about an inch so you are supporting all the weight of it and only allowing the fibers to drape down and contact the paint as you dust.

2) My rule for when to use it and when not to is this: First you start with a freshly washed and detailed car. Go drive and enjoy it. If you have not encountered any rain or moisture (like dew from parking outside overnight) then it's fine to use the duster to wipe off any dust. If you HAVE encountered any rain or moisture since your last wash, then DONT use the duster. It's time for a fresh wash.