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Microfiber Observation

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by rstark18, Oct 21, 2009.

  1. rstark18

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    I had bought some Costco Microfiber bulk pack a while back and was using it for drying and wax removal. In another thread I saw someone warn that these towels scratch. I took a new jewel case (CD holder) and rubbed a just washed towel on the inside and no scratches. I was actually rubbing very hard. I then did the same thing with the edge of the towel where it's hemmed and it easily scratched the plastic without much pressure. So I think any MF that has a sewn edge that is not very soft will scratch.
     
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    i have a pack of MF towels that have no seams, no embroidered edges, nothing.

    i think i bought them at the dollar store
     
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    I've never seen any without seams. If it's convenient could you snap a picture of the edge of the towel.
     
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    I don't own these but Zaino has ones that are borderfree, but they are expensive...

    Zaino Blonde Borderfree Towel: 3 pack: Zaino Store

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    I happen to like the Meguiars Ultimate Wipe Detailing Cloth, they work very well, and launder up nice and soft!!!!! I use them every Sunday morning for my babys wash and Ultimate Detailer/Wax wipe down!!!

    She looks so sweet when I'm done!!!
     
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    I tried cutting the border off a Costco towel but it created a lint nightmare.
     
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    well i checked and i have two without borders, several with borders and something else that is kinda like a shammy which i use to dry water spots off with. one of the towels i think came with one of the clay bar kits i bought... but have gotten 3 and not sure if it came from the Meguires or the Zaino... sooo
     
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