they all got together

[lh4x4]

The Viper got to meet it's stable mates today and get a sun tan.

Each spring I move every thing out of the garage to clean the floor. Late this year due to cold and rain.

The 02 vet is visible barely between the black C6 and the Viper.

They had to set outside most of the day because my wife's Hylander needed an oil change and the tires rotated. I have two four post lifts to store and service the vehicle my self. I don't rely on dealers. So because farmers are out in the fields the dust was bad and now I must wash all of them. I don't mind with the Viper because of the 200 miles that I put on it Tuesday killed a zillion bugs in the front.

This is where the work gets done.

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[Nine Ball]

I'm guessing you like bicycles a little?

As for dust, get yourself a "California Duster" for that. They work excellent.

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[RoadiJeff]

As for dust, get yourself a "California Duster" for that. They work excellent.

Oh, man. Do a search on the VCA forums for some of the comments from other owners about this thing. I'll never run a dust wand that has dirt and grime on it across my clearcoat.

 

[Socrates]

Oh, man. Do a search on the VCA forums for some of the comments from other owners about this thing. I'll never run a dust wand that has dirt and grime on it across my clearcoat.

+ 1 on that. Maybe for wheels, but I would never let one touch my paint.

 

[mjorgensen Woodhouse]

It's all about technique with the duster, mine is black and I have yet to wash it just dust and detail spray and there is not one swirl or scratch. You just barely drag the ends of the yarn and shake after a couple passes. If you apply ANY pressure then yes it will definitely scratch. To each his/her own though just saying it can work and if you have a good wax on the car there should never be a problem IMHO.

 

[Newport Viper]

Used dusters for years no problems. It's a duster, not a polisher..... Anything heavier then dust break out the microfibers and quick detailer.

 

[Nine Ball]

If you are scratching your paint with a duster, you probably shouldn't be operating such an advanced tool. I've used them for years, properly, and have never gotten a scratch. You drag them lightly, don't push down on them.

Like mjorgensen said, keeping a coat of detailer or wax on the car works perfectly with a duster.

 

[lankhoss]

Also, if you buy a California Duster, make sure you wrap it in Newspaper for a couple of days before using it, it will draw out all the wax from the fibers and will not leave any residue on the car when you use it.

 

[PDCjonny]

I have never understood the problem people have with California dusters. Used properly they will not scratch your clearcoat.
As stated above, its for removal of light dust or pollen, not mud. Anyone who is scratching their clearcoat with it should (a) learn how to use it or (b) Buy a new one when it is so dirty you are dragging boulders across your paint.

 

[RoadiJeff]

Here's a sample of what other Viper owners have to say about the California Duster:

Should be called California scratcher!!!

When you figure that some part of the 'dust' that gets on your car when you drive is actually pulverized gravel, the thought of wiping it off your paints surface without any sort of lubricant is terrifying.

It's the California duster. I only use on my dash etc. I got some scratches with it.

I personally wouldn't use the California Scratcher (Duster) or any other brush like tool to wipe dust off the car

The scratches are from the CF duster. I know exactly what you are talking about. I did keep one in each car. I use them to clean lawn furniture, dune buggy, four wheelers now.

I have GOT to do something about my finish!! I vow to never use a CA duster again.

ok guys..I posted a short while ago about lots of scratches (from california duster mostly) all over my 02 rt-10

 

[gofastr]

If you are scratching your paint with a duster, you probably shouldn't be operating such an advanced tool. I've used them for years, properly, and have never gotten a scratch. You drag them lightly, don't push down on them.

Like mjorgensen said, keeping a coat of detailer or wax on the car works perfectly with a duster.

I totally agree!

 

[Nine Ball]

Here's a sample of what other Viper owners have to say about the California Duster:

Again, when used properly it will not scratch. I've been using California Dusters on multiple vehicles for over 10 years and never had a scratch. If you have ever participated in a World-of-Wheels or Autorama type car show, you will even see vehicle owners of $***,*** showcars using these dusters. Why would they trust one on a paint job that costs more than a Viper?