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#1 ·
What should i use to dry my car
 
#2 ·
You make so many threads with such broad, generic questions. We love to help, but search, man. There was just a HUGE thread with pictures as to your exact question. Help us help you.
 
#5 ·
[quote author=kivfusion link=topic=57658.msg1188717#msg1188717 date=1170725646]
[quote author=Chris06Fusion link=topic=57658.msg969735#msg969735 date=1158931374]
This is what I use along with a terry towel.

http://www.autogeek.net/jelly-blade.html
[/quote]

Yo Chris,
Saw this Jelly Blade at Kmart, tell me how it performs?

Jerr
[/quote]

I love the jelly blade. I have noticed that it seems to work better after a few uses. I use it to remove most of the watter then go over it with a terry towel. I caution anyone who uses this to wipe the edge clean before use. (My friend works at a Cadillac dealer and they use these all the time)
 
#6 ·
[quote author=Chris06Fusion link=topic=57658.msg1188843#msg1188843 date=1170729846]
[quote author=kivfusion link=topic=57658.msg1188717#msg1188717 date=1170725646]
[quote author=Chris06Fusion link=topic=57658.msg969735#msg969735 date=1158931374]
This is what I use along with a terry towel.

http://www.autogeek.net/jelly-blade.html
[/quote]

Yo Chris,
Saw this Jelly Blade at Kmart, tell me how it performs?

Jerr
[/quote]

I love the jelly blade. I have noticed that it seems to work better after a few uses. I use it to remove most of the watter then go over it with a terry towel. I caution anyone who uses this to wipe the edge clean before use. (My friend works at a Cadillac dealer and they use these all the time)
[/quote]

Thanks Chris,
I'll have to pick one up. I See your from Lancaster, I do a lot of racing in Lancaster.
 
#9 ·
[quote author=kivfusion link=topic=57658.msg1188883#msg1188883 date=1170730942]
[quote author=Chris06Fusion link=topic=57658.msg1188843#msg1188843 date=1170729846]
[quote author=kivfusion link=topic=57658.msg1188717#msg1188717 date=1170725646]
[quote author=Chris06Fusion link=topic=57658.msg969735#msg969735 date=1158931374]
This is what I use along with a terry towel.

http://www.autogeek.net/jelly-blade.html
[/quote]

Yo Chris,
Saw this Jelly Blade at Kmart, tell me how it performs?

Jerr
[/quote]

I love the jelly blade. I have noticed that it seems to work better after a few uses. I use it to remove most of the watter then go over it with a terry towel. I caution anyone who uses this to wipe the edge clean before use. (My friend works at a Cadillac dealer and they use these all the time)
[/quote]

Thanks Chris,
I'll have to pick one up. I See your from Lancaster, I do a lot of racing in Lancaster.
[/quote]

where do you race around here?
 
#11 ·
[quote author=RymanH24 link=topic=57658.msg1190836#msg1190836 date=1170808580]
Philadelphia Ford Fusion meet. haha

Seriously, when it gets warm, we should all meet at the philadelphia racing spots. At that hess station or that other place, I forget the name of the street.
[/quote]

I am up for a meet!
 
G
#12 ·
Yeah some time when it get's a lot warmer. Try to get as many people around here and from NY see if they can come to Philly. A lot of the Fusion drivers around in South Jersey are older women. Maybe I can find some Milan, or MKZ owners.
 
#13 ·
[quote author=Chris06Fusion link=topic=57658.msg1190753#msg1190753 date=1170806789]
[quote author=kivfusion link=topic=57658.msg1188883#msg1188883 date=1170730942]
[quote author=Chris06Fusion link=topic=57658.msg1188843#msg1188843 date=1170729846]
[quote author=kivfusion link=topic=57658.msg1188717#msg1188717 date=1170725646]
[quote author=Chris06Fusion link=topic=57658.msg969735#msg969735 date=1158931374]
This is what I use along with a terry towel.

http://www.autogeek.net/jelly-blade.html
[/quote]

Yo Chris,
Saw this Jelly Blade at Kmart, tell me how it performs?

Jerr
[/quote]

I love the jelly blade. I have noticed that it seems to work better after a few uses. I use it to remove most of the watter then go over it with a terry towel. I caution anyone who uses this to wipe the edge clean before use. (My friend works at a Cadillac dealer and they use these all the time)
[/quote]

Thanks Chris,
I'll have to pick one up. I See your from Lancaster, I do a lot of racing in Lancaster.
[/quote]

where do you race around here?
[/quote]

Chris,
I race a 15 pound carbon fiber road bike, 2 wheels, like Lance Armstrong, I love the area down your way. Lancaster, Union Grove, etc.. Dodging the horse sh1t from the amish buggies is not fun though
:lol:
 
G
#14 ·
LOL...here we are thinking. You race your Fusion.

I remember last summer I was up in Lancaster and their was a group of like 10 bikers like yourself riding around. And one fell down over the top of a hill and I almost ran him over. Krazy bikers.
 
#15 ·
[quote author=RymanH24 link=topic=57658.msg1194202#msg1194202 date=1170937134]
LOL...here we are thinking. You race your Fusion.

I remember last summer I was up in Lancaster and their was a group of like 10 bikers like yourself riding around. And one fell down over the top of a hill and I almost ran him over. Krazy bikers.
[/quote]

Sounds like Lancaster is the place for a meet! :goodjob: :goodjob:
 
#16 ·
I race a 15 pound carbon fiber road bike, 2 wheels, like Lance Armstrong, I love the area down your way. Lancaster, Union Grove, etc.. Dodging the horse sh1t from the amish buggies is not fun though
:lol:
Sweet! More cyclists who drive Fusions. What are you guys using for a rack? I'm thinking of upgrading my Yakima towers to fit.
Can't wait to ride tomorrow. It's gonna be 20F! Woohoo.

Oh...and I use the old school version of the California water blade followed by microfiber towels.
 
#17 ·
[quote author=RymanH24 link=topic=57658.msg1194202#msg1194202 date=1170937134]
LOL...here we are thinking. You race your Fusion.

I remember last summer I was up in Lancaster and their was a group of like 10 bikers like yourself riding around. And one fell down over the top of a hill and I almost ran him over. Krazy bikers.
[/quote][quote author=RymanH24 link=topic=57658.msg1194202#msg1194202 date=1170937134]
LOL...here we are thinking. You race your Fusion.

I remember last summer I was up in Lancaster and their was a group of like 10 bikers like yourself riding around. And one fell down over the top of a hill and I almost ran him over. Krazy bikers.
[/quote]

Ha, Yeah Ryman...I fell down once, except I was sprinting to win a race that had a $800 purse and my chain snapped as I was passing a guy to win the race.....42mph in spandex hitting the pavement got me a separated shoulder and road rash all over... I ended up sliding across the finish line third and my bike crossed the line 5th....ended up with a 100 dollar prize and 4,500 in medical bills.

As for racing the Fusion...I bought it more for a daily cruiser...I have a Horse in my garage for when I feel the need for speed(a hopped up 92 Mustang 5.0 GT) she only has 62k on her....If I had 10 bucks for everytime my wife insisted I sell it I would have my Fusion paid off by now.

If any of you PA Fusion guys get together let me know, I'm about 30 minutes north of the Lehigh Tunnel on the Turnpike.

Saw a nice Merlot Fusion when I had to run to Kmart, It was parked a mile from the enterance and looked good...mine on the other hand needs a cleaning but the weather has been sub 32 so Im hoping it warms up soon, bought some Maguiars gear and new microfiber cloths for her just need some warmer weather.

Sorry for the novel lol

Jerrr :D
 
#18 ·
[quote author=BlueFordRedSchwinn link=topic=57658.msg1200333#msg1200333 date=1171173053]
I race a 15 pound carbon fiber road bike, 2 wheels, like Lance Armstrong, I love the area down your way. Lancaster, Union Grove, etc.. Dodging the horse sh1t from the amish buggies is not fun though
:lol:
Sweet! More cyclists who drive Fusions. What are you guys using for a rack? I'm thinking of upgrading my Yakima towers to fit.
Can't wait to ride tomorrow. It's gonna be 20F! Woohoo.

Oh...and I use the old school version of the California water blade followed by microfiber towels.
[/quote]

Hey Schwinn,
I am praying i can just fit my Cannondale in the trunk, I didnt want to add a rack to the Fusion, its too pretty lol.

I have a Thule that i took off my Freestyle when I sold it but it wont work on the Fusion.

Riding tomm at 9am, me and one of my race teammates will do a 60 mile ride and be back by noon for lunch.
Have you tried putting the bike in the trunk w/ the front wheel off?

Livestrong Bro,
Jerrr
 
#20 ·
[quote author=BlueFordRedSchwinn link=topic=57658.msg1201766#msg1201766 date=1171254569]
Nah, I haven't tried trunking it yet. I'm sure it'll fit though. A rack would be nice for road tripping though especially if it's me +1 or +2.

Good ride today. Almost got bit by a dog.....almost.
[/quote]

Schwinn.....DOGS= SPRINTING PRACTICE
 
#22 ·
Thread hijacked!
 
#23 ·
Here's a tip for all; when you are done washing the car remove the nozzle and give the car one last rinse allowing the water to just flow from the hose. Don't kink the hose or put your finger over the opening for more pressure. Just let the water flow freely and let gravity pull the beaded water down and off the car. The water will puddle and sheet on the panels, when the water starts to get pulled down by gravity with will take most of the small/large beads of water with it leaving behind very small amounts of dropletts. Really cuts down drying time. I use a Waffle Weave drying towels
http://www.autogeek.net/microfiber-waffle-weave.html
My favorite WW towels comes out of Hawaii (cost more to ship but quality is unmatched and you get what you pay for)
http://pakshak.com/waffle-weave-micro-fiber-towel-24x36-1.html
Or you can go to Wal-mart and pick up their XLarge Mirco fiber drying towel very soft and dry pretty good (especially if you use my water hose method)
 
#24 ·
Anyone use the Jelly blade on a black car? Did it scratch the clear coat?
 
#25 ·
[quote author=eiching1 link=topic=57658.msg1231453#msg1231453 date=1172437610]
Anyone use the Jelly blade on a black car? Did it scratch the clear coat?
[/quote]

Hi eiching1. I have used the California Water Blade (similar product I believe) in the past, on my black Cougar and Mustang GT. I never had a problem with scratching, and I am very particular.
However, I was always worried about scratching due to contamination accidentally building up on the edge (always concerned about the small surface area of the drying blade, as compared to using 7 or 8 towels to dry the car) as I am drying. Therefore, I eventually went back to using very soft, all cotton towels exclusively.
My worries are probably unjustified, but I could never quite get comfortable with it. We use it now for drying inside surfaces of our house (showers, tubs, etc.).
Again, I never had a problem with scratching of my car's clearcoat though, so if you are careful, I think you will be happy with the results. Of course, all the other options are good too: microfiber towels, cotton towels, etc., as long as you buy a quality product. Don't skimp. You will get what you pay for.
Good luck! :D
 
#26 ·
I usually use an the "Absorber" but was looking for a quick way to get large amounts of water off the car first. What brand (s) are considered good quality?
 
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