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Old 11-03-2010, 02:55 PM
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Hey Phil,

Have you had any issues with bad lint when using the "No Name" Uber Super Plush Towels?

I ask because I just detailed my Carbon Black X5 and I used my Adams Super Plush blue towels to remove the 85th RD and Swissvax Onyx. It turned into an absolute nightmare, the lint fibers we sticking to the paint so badly I had to do 50/50 (alcohol water) mix to remove the wax and start over with different towels . It's almost like the paint surface had a lot of static and the lint fibers were adhering to it.

I've never had this issue before and i've only done about 5 or 6 details with these same towels. It's frustrating since the towels are not the cheapest.

Basically I need to buy all new towels and wanted to make sure I wont have the same issue's with the "No Name" Uber Super Plush Towels.

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Hey Phil,

Have you had any issues with bad lint when using the "No Name" Uber Super Plush Towels?

I ask because I just detailed my Carbon Black X5 and I used my Adams Super Plush blue towels to remove the 85th RD and Swissvax Onyx. It turned into an absolute nightmare, the lint fibers we sticking to the paint so badly I had to do 50/50 (alcohol water) mix to remove the wax and start over with different towels . It's almost like the paint surface had a lot of static and the lint fibers were adhering to it.

I've never had this issue before and i've only done about 5 or 6 details with these same towels. It's frustrating since the towels are not the cheapest.

Basically I need to buy all new towels and wanted to make sure I wont have the same issue's with the "No Name" Uber Super Plush Towels.

Thanks,
Justin
Justin you definitely got a static charge to create that much lint.

the no names just like all plush towels will create lint.

You maybe better off with the uber classic or our uber all purpose.

I would not toss the adam's out its still a great towel.
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Phil,

On my X I have a decent clear coat shine, What Car wash soap would you recommend for washing to keep the shine and protect the clear coat?

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I would go with Lusso Auto Bathe
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My 2012 X5 is finally in production, and the dealer expects it to be delivered in around 3 weeks. I opted out of the dealer-provided paint sealant which is obviously a rip-off. However, I do want to protect this investment. Should I get a professional detail, and if so what services should I ask for? Many thanks in advance.
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My 2012 X5 is finally in production, and the dealer expects it to be delivered in around 3 weeks. I opted out of the dealer-provided paint sealant which is obviously a rip-off. However, I do want to protect this investment. Should I get a professional detail, and if so what services should I ask for? Many thanks in advance.
I would pick up either einszett glanz wax or menzerna power lock.

and if you bring it to a detailer get him to put it on for you.

better yet you should probably just wash, clay, lightly polish, wax your own car.
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Hi Phil,

Forgive me if you've already answered this somewhere - but I started reading all the threads (great tips) but by the time I got to page 8 I realised I could be here some time. So - to cut to the chase...
I have an '03 X5 and the lower front bumper which is black plastic has some minor scuff either side. They show up more in certain light and when the car is dirty.
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Old 04-03-2011, 04:08 PM
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Hi Phil,

Forgive me if you've already answered this somewhere - but I started reading all the threads (great tips) but by the time I got to page 8 I realised I could be here some time. So - to cut to the chase...
I have an '03 X5 and the lower front bumper which is black plastic has some minor scuff either side. They show up more in certain light and when the car is dirty.
Pic below - Any tips you could offer would be much appreciated.
unfortunately that's not dirt, that's a scratch caused by someone hitting a curb, ice, another car.

if you want that to go away you will need to replace it.

you could sand some of it off to even it out but I'm going to say it may not look good.
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Adding to what phil said..

i think just using Armor-all or something similar to "dress" your trim MIGHT make it less noticeable..

but like phil said, it needs to be replaced..
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Thanks for the replies - Phil and Naz
You're right of course, I do need to replace the trim. When I can afford to I will.

However, I just tried Armorall after a thorough wash and it looks pretty awesome as a temp fix!

Cheers guys.
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