Sunroof felt trim picks up lint.
08-10-2008, 07:34 PM
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Sunroof felt trim picks up lint.
I have a black 997 and I find the felt trim around the sunroof is a real magnet for lint. I use micro fiber towels to dry it after washing but it seems just about any kind of soft cloth gets "grabbed" by the felt I know I could mask it off when waxing but seems like overkill for a simple wash job.
Any suggestions would be welcome.
Any suggestions would be welcome.
08-11-2008, 11:28 AM
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08-11-2008, 11:31 AM
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I use a lint brush as well, the type you use on your pants just before you go out for an evening. Just go over it lightly so you don't push it to rub the paint. It works great. The lint brush I have is curved anyway so it just rests on the felt.
08-11-2008, 09:16 PM
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That seems excessive for him to mask off the felt every time the car gets washed.
To the OP: What about changing your drying media? I really like the Absorber. As long as it's clean it won't mar paint. If you are partial to a microfiber towel I would try a waffle weave style. The Meguiar's Water Magnet is good. Most companies make a WW drying towel if you are not into Meg's. WW's tend to not have as much lint as others. I also like the idea of using a lint roller but I am one of those people who tries to have less products to get the job done, not more. But I do like the idea!
To the OP: What about changing your drying media? I really like the Absorber. As long as it's clean it won't mar paint. If you are partial to a microfiber towel I would try a waffle weave style. The Meguiar's Water Magnet is good. Most companies make a WW drying towel if you are not into Meg's. WW's tend to not have as much lint as others. I also like the idea of using a lint roller but I am one of those people who tries to have less products to get the job done, not more. But I do like the idea!
08-11-2008, 11:23 PM
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That seems excessive for him to mask off the felt every time the car gets washed.
To the OP: What about changing your drying media? I really like the Absorber. As long as it's clean it won't mar paint. If you are partial to a microfiber towel I would try a waffle weave style. The Meguiar's Water Magnet is good. Most companies make a WW drying towel if you are not into Meg's. WW's tend to not have as much lint as others. I also like the idea of using a lint roller but I am one of those people who tries to have less products to get the job done, not more. But I do like the idea!
To the OP: What about changing your drying media? I really like the Absorber. As long as it's clean it won't mar paint. If you are partial to a microfiber towel I would try a waffle weave style. The Meguiar's Water Magnet is good. Most companies make a WW drying towel if you are not into Meg's. WW's tend to not have as much lint as others. I also like the idea of using a lint roller but I am one of those people who tries to have less products to get the job done, not more. But I do like the idea!
08-12-2008, 01:50 PM
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As marine noted, use the sticky side of tape such as painters tape or masking tape.
Personally I would avoid real and also synthetic chamois as they can inhibit dirt which may not always be removed with washing.
If you look closely at a chamois as it is drying you'll notice that when wet it makes full contact with your paint, almost like it's being sucked down onto the paint. This can be bad if some grit is on the chamois or paint as it has no where to go, unlike a terry towel or microfiber towel where the grit can be sucked up into the deep pile.
The ideal choice for drying is an electric leaf blower, then use a mf towel to blot up the excess.
Anthony
Personally I would avoid real and also synthetic chamois as they can inhibit dirt which may not always be removed with washing.
If you look closely at a chamois as it is drying you'll notice that when wet it makes full contact with your paint, almost like it's being sucked down onto the paint. This can be bad if some grit is on the chamois or paint as it has no where to go, unlike a terry towel or microfiber towel where the grit can be sucked up into the deep pile.
The ideal choice for drying is an electric leaf blower, then use a mf towel to blot up the excess.
Anthony
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As marine noted, use the sticky side of tape such as painters tape or masking tape.
Personally I would avoid real and also synthetic chamois as they can inhibit dirt which may not always be removed with washing.
If you look closely at a chamois as it is drying you'll notice that when wet it makes full contact with your paint, almost like it's being sucked down onto the paint. This can be bad if some grit is on the chamois or paint as it has no where to go, unlike a terry towel or microfiber towel where the grit can be sucked up into the deep pile.
The ideal choice for drying is an electric leaf blower, then use a mf towel to blot up the excess.
Anthony
Personally I would avoid real and also synthetic chamois as they can inhibit dirt which may not always be removed with washing.
If you look closely at a chamois as it is drying you'll notice that when wet it makes full contact with your paint, almost like it's being sucked down onto the paint. This can be bad if some grit is on the chamois or paint as it has no where to go, unlike a terry towel or microfiber towel where the grit can be sucked up into the deep pile.
The ideal choice for drying is an electric leaf blower, then use a mf towel to blot up the excess.
Anthony
Hey bro gonna need you to give the car a spruce up within the week or so. Let me know when you might have time.
08-13-2008, 04:57 PM
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I've never experienced any marring with a synthetic chamois. I am VERY careful about keeping them clean though. I like the lint roller idea the most but using tape is an interesting one also!
08-29-2008, 12:34 AM
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Here is how I do this.......
Step 1. Use blue painters tape, press firmly onto felt and peel back. Repeat again to remove the majority of lint.
Step 2. Spray a small amount of quick detail spray on felt trim. Using a soft brush (I use boars hair brushes) gently scrub the surface of the trim. Try to avoid contact with the paint to prevent scratching.
Step 3. Wipe area with a lint free cloth. I used an eye glass lense cloth, just watch for frayed edges.
Repeat step 1 and your done.
Here are some pics of the before/after
Pic 1: Before
Pic 2: Before
Pic 3: During Tape
Pic 4: After Tape
Pic 5: After Cleaning with Brush and repeating tape
Pic 6: Same as 5 only closer
Hope this helps.
Step 1. Use blue painters tape, press firmly onto felt and peel back. Repeat again to remove the majority of lint.
Step 2. Spray a small amount of quick detail spray on felt trim. Using a soft brush (I use boars hair brushes) gently scrub the surface of the trim. Try to avoid contact with the paint to prevent scratching.
Step 3. Wipe area with a lint free cloth. I used an eye glass lense cloth, just watch for frayed edges.
Repeat step 1 and your done.
Here are some pics of the before/after
Pic 1: Before
Pic 2: Before
Pic 3: During Tape
Pic 4: After Tape
Pic 5: After Cleaning with Brush and repeating tape
Pic 6: Same as 5 only closer
Hope this helps.
