2011 Audi R8 V10 Spyder Correction by Richie's Custom Detailing.

[Dream Machines73]

Do any of you use griots garage 100% cotton cloths? What are all your guys opinions on there cloths? I am primarily thinking about using them to remove zaino. Please give me your opinions.

Here is the link to them http://www.griotsgarage.com/catalog.jsp?L1=L1_1000&L2=L2_1001&SKU=14600

 

[Redcar GUY]

I have some of them, I like their Micro fibers better. But they do work ok..

 

[imported_Intel486]

How plush are they and how well do they survive frequent washings?

 

[William420]

IMO, the plushness is about the same as the ones you can find in the mall. I've used them before and they work... They don't scratch if that's your question. I do think they are overpriced though!



Washed them about 20 times so far and it's still in 1 pc. no rips.



I bought the set of 5 which came with 2 for dry, 2 for wax removal and 1 cotton wash mitt. The thing I like is the towels are labeled with words "DRY" "WAX" etc. so your Mom/GF/Wife won't steal them. I've used the cotton wash mitt but later found Viking 100% chenille works much better (holds more suds).

 

[C. Charles Hahn]

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<strong class='bbc'>The thing I like is the towels are labeled with words "DRY" "WAX" etc. so your Mom/GF/Wife won't steal them.[/b]</blockquote>
:up LOL...... yeah most of griot's stuff is that way..... made for the guys in the garage. not the ladies in the house!

 

[Dream Machines73]

Will these cotton cloths scratch if I only use them for removing zaino? Also, how many of them would I need to remove a coat of zaino from my car? They come in ten packs of 19" by 19" do you think that would be enough or should I order two ten packs of them?



Thanks!

 

[vettefan67]

Sorry, I guess I'm a microfiber Zealot . I highly recommend trying out some good microfiber. You can find them from www.yosteve.com (I hear the new ones are awesome!) www.neatitems.com www.properautocare.com www.tacscar.com www.topoftheline.com . Most of these are different towels but you should have good luck with any of them.

I dare to say that most here prefer microfiber over cotton. Yes, I know Zaino recommends cotton but you cannot go wrong with microfiber. Pick up a few and try them out before buying 20 cottons!

FWIW I remember people saying (*I have not used these*) the Griot's MFs are not as good as most reputable microfiber.

 

[William420]

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Originally posted 01WS6
Will these cotton cloths scratch if I only use them for removing zaino? Also, how many of them would I need to remove a coat of zaino from my car? They come in ten packs of 19" by 19" do you think that would be enough or should I order two ten packs of them?

Thanks!
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No the towels themself do not scratch if you want to use them for removing Zaino. 10 is more than enough. I usually use 2 towels per coat (folded in quarter, 1 section/panel, flip side etc...)

Like microfiber Zealot said , I strongly suggest looking into those microfiber towels! Those are what I use now.

What towels are you using for drying? Might want to look into Big Blue Drying Towel from CMA. :up

 

[Pats300zx]

I have some of the Griots MF towels (3) and they don't compare to the neatitems.com MF's. The NI towels are much plusher.

 

[Dream Machines73]

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<em class='bbc'>Originally posted by William420 [/i]
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What towels are you using for drying? Might want to look into Big Blue Drying Towel from CMA. :up [/b]</blockquote>
I am pretty new to all this detailing stuff so right now I am basicly gathering all my stuff together and reading this board trying to learn all I can. As far as the Big Blue Drying Towel from CMA I planned on oredering two of them as soon as they get more in and turn the order button back on.

Thanks!

 

[JS]

I pretty much prefer microfiber myself, however I also have the Griot's cloths. They are nice cotton cloths and won't scratch.

However I didn't get them from Griot's.

I ordered them from www.dccarcare.com. I'm almost positive they are the same thing and I got more for cheaper than Griot's sells them for.

http://www.dccarcare.com/cloths.html

 

[Richie's Custom Detailing]

I was contacted by my local Audi dealer to detail this 2011 R8 V10 Spyder.

Some shots in the showroom after the onsite detailers washed it.

Shortly after both V10 badges and hood badge were removed at my clients request.

Now to start things off right.

Ready for a proper wash.

Inside on the lift to remove and seal the wheels and calipers per my clients request.

Wheels sealed.

Wheel wells were dressed as well.

Reinstalled.

The correction was carried out in the showroom.

Taped up.

Some of the defects.

Corrected shots.

Taillights had their share of defects as well.

Driver side light.

Before.

After,

Passenger side light.

50/50

After.

Rear panel had some issues.

Corrected.

Engine compartment.

 

[Richie's Custom Detailing]

Interior.

Afters.

 

[SoonerFan]

Fantastic...:hurray:

 

[bmw5541]

Amazing job once again Richie. I love looking at your write-ups. The cars are great as well as the work you do.:notworthy::hurray::thumbup:
Thanks for sharing it with us.

 

[imported_JSFM35X]

You do excellent work. i would love some insight into your process and product usage.

 

[Audiguru]

AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!! oh man i love that car, and the red top looks amazing with the ibis white.

 

[imported_Flash Gordon]

Wicked :-B

 

[imported_broker99]

sweet, that Audi looks great. Not the color top I would pick but the car looks great none the less.