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Old 08-20-2008, 08:01 AM
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2 Random Detailing Questions...

My first question is about the Lambs wool mit that I have from detailer's paradise. I have both a tan and black one. I currently dont use the tan one becuase it constantly sheds its hairs!! After using it for a wash, my mini is covered in hairs everywhere... Anyone else have this issue? Maybe the lamb this mit came from was a little older and began losing his hairs? IDK?? I only wash it by hand and never put it in the dryer.

My other question is about using Aquapel on the windshield. I just bought two applications and would liek to use it in conjunction with my silicon wiper blades i just bought as well. Is this doable? Anyone have any thoughts or tips about using Aquapel. I used to use rainex but wanted to try something a little better.
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#1 have you tried washing it and gently pull on the hairs to see if most of
the loose ones come off? if A LOT comes off, i would send it back for an
exchange. sounds like a defect.

#2 shouldnt be a problem to use with your silicon blades..blimey knows a
lot about wiper blades and silicon blades and etc.
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I have the same mitts as you do, but mine do not shed. Contact Heather & ask her if there is a cure (Rogaine perhaps).
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I use Aquapel with my silicone blades and it's fine. Just a general tip - buff like craaaaaazy.
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I use Aquapel with my silicone blades and it's fine. Just a general tip - buff like craaaaaazy.
Buff like crazy before applying aquapel? is that what you mean?
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No, after. You apply it, it sort of hazes, and then you buff like crazy to get the glass perfectly clear again.
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just hydro the darn winshield. much easier and faster, lasts weeks.
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Awesome thanks for the help

Ken- I have tried using hydro on the windshield but water doesnt bead up as well and the hydro doesnt last that long. I think its because I have been using regular wiper blades and they are prob more abrasive on the windshield than silicone blades and in turn take the hydro off quicker.

I will def give hydro another shot on the windshield once I put on the PIAA blades. Ill Let you know how it turns out
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Try Epic. I use it on all the glass and seldom even use the blades.
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just hydro the darn winshield. much easier and faster, lasts weeks.
+1 on Hydro. Amazing stuff.
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