seijack

I have a car duster that my Dad used on his Model A. It was looking pretty dirty so I bought a new onea few years ago. I followed the directions and laid it out on news paper for a few days to dry up some of the excess parafin. When I use it I can see a ton of streaks on the car. It never happens with the old one. Has anyone had this experience also.

RocketRob

Yes, I did on my C5. Then, I’d use detailing spray to clean that up. Ditched the duster.

Aardwolf

Got one last month and it's working fine no streaks. I left it on the cardboard box till I had time to try it out.

MikeFloyd

I have one I got from Griots and it works great. Removes light dust from sitting in the garage and does not streak.

StayinStock

they should call them scratch wands because that's essentially what their doing. You're basically running a dirty dust mop across your paint surface and causing micro-abrasions.

sramzzz

I have one and it leaves no streaks. I only use it if my car was garaged clean and sits a few days and just needs a quick wipe down for a drive. I know there are mixed reviews on these things but my car is dark and there are not any scratches. YMMV

1bdvet

I just replaced my duster it was so dirty, bought new one with streaks and does same has the old one!

Gman in NC

Been using them for years. Great product and it gets better with use.

Mr D.

I have one that is over 10 years old, no issues.

cadyshac

I have one about 10 years old, it doesn't streak and I haven't ruined my paint yet. Dust LIGHTLY don't grind on your paint with it.

gilbybarr

You did it right with laying it on newspaper to soak up extra waxy material that is impregnated into the cloth. I assume you have a wood handle duster (they are the best). I use mine very lightly, not letting it rest on the surface or dragging it around...just barely skim the surface and only use the duster if in fact there is just dust on the car. Dirt or other junk? Don't use it. Also, if the car is HOT and been in the sun, it will leave a streak effect from the hot metal being touched by the waxy fibers. So, don't use it in the hot sun either. Beyond that....can't help out.

Frank4202

Toss it in the trash before you cause micro scratches. Touching anything on the paint without lubrication is prone to cause "love marks"

hawkgfr

I see peeps using them on cars with 50k paint jobs in all black (show car winners for best paint even)....they do not scratch if used properly....I use them with no issues when its cured out properly..(though I have had them streak when new...A couple more days in fresh newspaper solves that issue...The dirtier it gets the better also so don't wash it...If you do its ruined. Just remember its a dusting brush not a cleaning brush...

Sleazy Rider

I have 2 that I got back in the 80's and they work very well. As stated above, use only to wipe off the accumulated dust on the car and use lightly, no pressure. My cars are usually under their covers but from time to time they set out while in the garage and will get dusty, especially now that Summer is here and I drive them more.

leebay

It's also a good idea to blow them out occasionally with a air hose.

PacingThePack

I've had one for probably 20 years at this point... One of the originals.

I've used it on all my cars and bikes for the last 2 decades... Not a scratch. Of course, it's only used when the car is clean and been sitting the garage for a day or two, to knock the dust off of it. If you run that thing across your paint after driving on the road... You are gonna have swirls and scratches.

I blow it out with a compressor every once in a while.

Very useful, when used properly!

Wayne88

My Corvettes are always garaged and never see rain, and never very dirty. So, I use my duster lightly to get surface dust off. Then use detailing spray with a microfiber towel. Never any problems.
If the duster gets too dirty I buy a new one.

PAPAYOYO

I have a Very old one too! Have you washed yours? I haven't washed mine since I wouldn't know how?

PacingThePack

Nope. I just blow it out every so often with compressed air!

BadAV

I also have an old one but it hasn't been used a whole lot.

I try to keep a good wax job on the Centennial and keep it slicked up with detailer. I typically just take light dust accumulation off with detailer and a light wipe with a microfiber towel. The paint still looks pretty good at 13 years old but I will probably give it a paint correction this Winter.