The Best Technique for Drying Black Cars After a Rinse
Black cars demand extra care. Here’s the safest step-by-step drying process to prevent streaks, swirls, and water spots after rinsing your vehicle.
Quick answer: Blow first, blot second, protect last. Use a blower, the Massive Drying Towel, and finish with Tough As Shell.
Safe Drying Essentials
One combo keeps your black car streak-free: blower, Massive Drying Towel, and Tough As Shell.
Step-by-step drying process
- Final rinse: Rinse with a steady sheet of water to help pull water off panels.
- Blow dry: Use a Ryobi blower to remove 80–90% of water without touching paint.
- Blot dry: Lay the Massive Towel flat and blot panels gently.
- Flip often: Rotate the towel to expose clean, dry sections.
- Apply protection: Mist Tough As Shell while drying for slickness and hydrophobics.
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Pro tips
- Work top-down when drying to prevent drips onto already-dried panels.
- Wash and dry towels separately to keep them free of debris.
- Use a ceramic topper every wash—it makes water fly off and drying effortless.
- Keep a second towel handy for glass and trim.
Common drying mistakes
- Dragging towels: Always blot. Dragging creates micro-scratches.
- Skipping blower: Increases towel usage and swirl risk.
- Not flipping towels: A saturated towel smears water and minerals.
- Drying in sun: Evaporation spots ruin black paint quickly.
Dry Black Cars Safely Every Time
Follow this proven process with the right tools and products to keep black paint flawless.
