Are any of these noddle mitts autopia/detailing worthy?

I dunno, I use a number of different "microfiber chenille" pads, ranging from Target to MFT to Griot's. Never had any problem with them (or more problem than any other wash media). Some of them have a fairly low density of "noodles" which sometimes is alarming to see when they are wet.
 
For ONR washes I don't like the noodle mitts. Personally I am moving away from the noodle mitts all together because I feel like there are better options.

I usually use MF towels in the (Multiple towel, single use, method) or the Meguiars X3002 Microfiber Wash Mitt. I like the Megs because it is soft, lightweight, & white. It helps me to judge the amount of dirt.
 
TroyScherer said:
I like the Megs because it is soft, lightweight, & white. It helps me to judge the amount of dirt.
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Yeah, that's a pet peeve of mine with a lot of things that are colored so as "not to show the dirt so much"...except then how do you know when they are dirty?? I presume ONR stains those MF mitts like it does everything else?
 
I use the PB deradlock mitt (orange)

Have been thinking about doing the "MF towels in the (Multiple towel, single use, method)" As Mr. Mayor described above.
 
Setec Astronomy said:
Yeah, that's a pet peeve of mine with a lot of things that are colored so as "not to show the dirt so much"...except then how do you know when they are dirty?? I presume ONR stains those MF mitts like it does everything else?
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ONR has gotten "better" in the staining issue but not great. When I use ONR I usually use the towel method with it.


When using the Meguiars X3002 Microfiber Wash Mitt Is usually use another rinse-less product that doesn't stain.

  • Ultima Waterless Wash Plus+ (Most versatile IMO)
  • Wolfs Mean Green (My favorite rinse less for coatings or regular)
  • Meguiars D114 Rinse Free Express Wash (Good but I still prefer the Wolfs slightly. But You can use this in a panel wipe solution in a pinch)
  • Duragloss Rinseless Wash with Aquawax (Nice if I want to add a little something but most likely will not buy again)




 
TroyScherer said:
ONR has gotten "better" in the staining issue but not great. When I use ONR I usually use the towel method with it.
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I haven't even gotten to my V.3 yet, but I have used my ONRWW which should be the V.3 base, and I have to say I haven't noticed much difference in the staining. Maybe in V.4. I always like to think that ONR stains because it is doing something different/better than other RW's, but it's still annoying.
 
I've been using ONR since it was first introduced and have tried every mitt/method under the sun. Finally decided on this mitt that is a perfect fit for a grout sponge once you trim away the thread that devides the mitt in the finger area. Allows you to control how much solution you apply to the surface (just squeeze if you want more in a certain area) and solves the staining problem since you can just remove the sponge and throw the mitt in the washer with the towels. I think it allows you to use less pressure than a bare MF towel since the sponge acts as a buffer. And they're under $4 each so you can have a few to change during a wash if they get too dirty.

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Great thoughts you guys.

Here's the one thing that alarms me but I never understood why detailers in the community actually embraced... what I mean is using Microfiber on dirt. I think about 10 years ago it was taboo too use microfiber on anything besides drying panels. Especially since dirt particles, are super "sticky/grabby" towards just about anything (even hair) and then you would run the risk of grinding that into the paint. But in the recent RW + MFs age, people have no complaints or misgivings. I know RWs like ONR "Encapsulate" the dirt but still, I work my buns off polishing my car and using MF's on my dirty vehicle scares me so much. I may be totally wrong about this but have you guys noticed any marring or swirls using a MF with ONR or RWs?
 
mystickid said:
Here's the one thing that alarms me but I never understood why detailers in the community actually embraced... what I mean is using Microfiber on dirt.
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That's actually a great point. I most often use "The Bone" which has "non-split" microfiber which is supposed to release dirt. The chenille/noodle is certainly a different animal than regular microfiber. But you're right, microfiber is supposed to grab dirt, and somehow release it when you wash the towel. I don't have a good answer to your question for regular towels, especially when most people won't use a towel that's been used, say, for wheels, on paint after that.
 
mystickid said:
. I may be totally wrong about this but have you guys noticed any marring or swirls using a MF with ONR or RWs?
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Was always worried about it. Didn't happen.
I had a jb bmw and used it in winter in CT. Always have used a dread mitt with it in past.
 
I've never used those kinds of mitts, and I never will. Just antithetical to how I think the wash medium oughta be- I'm all about (more) numerous, thinner/finer strands.

I can't wash marring-free with a rinseless wash alone. I *do* use MFs whenever I use a rinseless wash or QD as I believe the numerous tiny strands of the MF are more likely to capture and cushion any dirt compared to other wash media.

I advocate the Garry Dean Wash Method where you constantly switch to a new/clean MF (or clean section of the current MF) to minimize rubbing a dirty MF against the paint.

I don't try to rinse out MFs if/when the get dirty, I get out a fresh one.

For the umpteenth time, I'll state that I don't know how so many people here manage to wash marring-free with the methods they use. No, no I'm not questioning it (if you haven't polished your car for years and it passes dark-room inspection with something like a SunGun then it's marring-free, simple as that, and I assume that people here inspect that way), I just don't understand it. There are only so many variables to consider, this is a simple matter of abrading the surface of the paint; I'm confident I don't miss anything, I take all the proper precautions and use the appropriate techniques, so why I have to bend over backwards to avoid marring is one of life's great mysteries.
 
Accumulator said:
For the umpteenth time, I'll state that I don't know how so many people here manage to wash marring-free with the methods they use. No, no I'm not questioning it (if you haven't polished your car for years and it passes dark-room inspection with something like a SunGun then it's marring-free, simple as that, and I assume that people here inspect that way), I just don't understand it.
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I doubt that many check their paint as meticulously as you.
 
Setec Astronomy said:
I doubt that many check their paint as meticulously as you.
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OK, well, most *any* dark-field inspection then..I can't imagine people *not* seeing stuff if they look at the vehicle. You know, the "parking lot/gas station lights at night"-effect or even just inside their garages with the light from the opener/etc.

Heh heh when people *here* say they don't have marring...I expect them to mean exactly that :D Though I will grant that real-world-use cars aren't perfect etc. etc. when we're on an Autopia thread about the subject I do expect a certain, uhm...context.
 
For no-rinse washing (or traditional washing, for that matter), I use this mitt from Home Depot - Microfiber Dusting Mitt-972080 - The Home Depot

It's inexpensive and works well. It does not mar the finish, IME. I prefer this style MF mitt because the many tiny fibers on the large strands do not hold onto debris like a terry-style MF towel can. Also, the size is ideal. It fits the hand well and does not get too heavy when wet.
 
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