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Old Aug 15, 2013 | 04:32 PM
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as title, do u was after u have done one car or once a month etc??

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Old Aug 15, 2013 | 04:35 PM
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Ive got several, so I can keep them in rotation. Clean after one car fresh ones for the others .
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that's what I was going to do, clean my car then wash them ready for next time. I haven't got that many yet but im sure I will collect more over time
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Old Aug 15, 2013 | 04:55 PM
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Originally Posted by 2wd saff cos @ stage 3
that's what I was going to do, clean my car then wash them ready for next time. I haven't got that many yet but im sure I will collect more over time
B&M do multi packs cheap. I always cut the labels out, they seem to be so made from bloody tough material. Kevlar springs to mind lol
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Old Aug 15, 2013 | 06:16 PM
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ive got some Halfords ones, yeah I was thinking the other day the labels are a bit harsh lol
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Old Aug 15, 2013 | 06:23 PM
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Originally Posted by 2wd saff cos @ stage 3
ive got some Halfords ones, yeah I was thinking the other day the labels are a bit harsh lol
I thought it was just me! Lol.
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Old Aug 15, 2013 | 06:25 PM
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Asda do a roll of 3 or 5 think it is usually for 2/3 quid and the tags jus pull off
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I thought it was just me! Lol.
lol don't worry I was thinking the same
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I bought a mantis microfibre detailing cloth from asda. And have to say it is very good especially in awkward places
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ok thanks will have a look at that, ive got some fine cloths that halfords say is good for glass/ interiors, whats your opinion?
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http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/s...egoryId_165609

these ones
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http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1908719550...84.m1439.l2649
I just bought 40 of these seem excellent
They are the large ones and work out at 50 p each
No paint scratching labels either
Just noticed you get a free mitt with every ten just checked the bag and I have 4 mitts
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Originally Posted by Turbosystems
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1908719550...84.m1439.l2649
I just bought 40 of these seem excellent
They are the large ones and work out at 50 p each
No paint scratching labels either
Just noticed you get a free mitt with every ten just checked the bag and I have 4 mitts
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That's awesome! I'm gonna have to order some
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Are you on comission? just placed an order for 20
I wash after every use, a tip is to not use fabric conditioner as it causes streaks, especially on glass
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Originally Posted by Turbosystems
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1908719550...84.m1439.l2649
I just bought 40 of these seem excellent
They are the large ones and work out at 50 p each
No paint scratching labels either
Just noticed you get a free mitt with every ten just checked the bag and I have 4 mitts
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wow bargain, never seen them, now saved on watch list
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Originally Posted by s1rststeve
Are you on comission? just placed an order for 20
I wash after every use, a tip is to not use fabric conditioner as it causes streaks, especially on glass[/B]
yes i keep reading that, can u wash them with any kind of soap? bold,ariel etc??
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I wash mine after every use, hoy them in the machine with my knickers and socks
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Costco sell 36 MF's for Ł12.............. The big ones aswell.........
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Old Aug 17, 2013 | 05:59 AM
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Originally Posted by 2wd saff cos @ stage 3
yes i keep reading that, can u wash them with any kind of soap? bold,ariel etc??
Yeah I'd like to know this too, obviously no conditioner but can you use normal washing machine soap such as the ones mentioned above??
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When I wash mine I use non bio washing powder on a 30° cycle with an extra rinse, then a bit of white vinegar in the softener bit of the drawer to soften them up afterwards. Got this from detailing world forum and it hasn't failed me yet!
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Yeah I'd like to know this too, obviously no conditioner but can you use normal washing machine soap such as the ones mentioned above??
well it appears so, I will try it when I need to wash mine and post up the results
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I didn't even think about washing it, I just bought a new one
I use the old one for the bottom of the doors/sills where it's dirtier though.
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Originally Posted by CrOwSoN15
I didn't even think about washing it, I just bought a new one
I use the old one for the bottom of the doors/sills where it's dirtier though.
lol, not a bad idea tho
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I buy new.

New ones do glass & bodywork, then get relegated to engine bay, then underside, then wheels and exhaust, then they go in cupboard and used as oil rags.
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To be fair they are cheap enough to buy new everytime you go to the supermarket. And do as above!!!
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Originally Posted by AJC
I buy new.

New ones do glass & bodywork, then get relegated to engine bay, then underside, then wheels and exhaust, then they go in cupboard and used as oil rags.
lol the life of a microfiber cloth
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Originally Posted by SBT83
To be fair they are cheap enough to buy new everytime you go to the supermarket. And do as above!!!
that's very true
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Originally Posted by TIFF
Costco sell 36 MF's for Ł12.............. The big ones aswell.........
saw these the other day. big bunch of em for Ł12 or Ł13

seems good value.

asda used to do a pack of 6 for Ł2....stocked up last time i wash there

they never seem right after washing....
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Originally Posted by RichieST
When I wash mine I use non bio washing powder on a 30° cycle with an extra rinse, then a bit of white vinegar in the softener bit of the drawer to soften them up afterwards. Got this from detailing world forum and it hasn't failed me yet!
If I put vinegar in our washing machine I think my gf would put my head in the machine lol
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I wash after every use. As far as which ones I use it depends......

1. Finishing - Megs Supreme shine (awesome, but pricey)
2. Door shuts, wheels, exhaust - Kent/Asda specials
3. Drying - Uber drying towel - available from loads of online retailers.
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Originally Posted by James B
If I put vinegar in our washing machine I think my gf would put my head in the machine lol
I was unfortunately caught by the wife with my cossie cam cover in the dishwasher, she was shall we say slightly unimpressed, my bruises went after a couple of weeks
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Colin - I bet lol!
I wash mine every month or two... Just bung em all in the machine one 30c wash with a cheap non-bio liquid. Havnt tried the vinegar in the softener yet...
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I do the same and put mine in the wash after every use. Detailers preference (euro w) are great cloths and slightly larger as find some of the cheap ones to small.
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Bit of vinegar through the machine every now and then will do it good anyway as it will get rid of limescale.
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