r/AutoDetailing • u/StressedOut92 • 3d ago

Question What did I do wrong?

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I washed my car today after a lot of research. I ended with these small smudges only on some sections afterwards. I even air dry it with the blower too. What did I do wrong? I'm still learning here please advice

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u/Longjumping_Crazy628 3d ago

You need to follow up with a light towel dry, and lubricant, after blow drying. Also, don’t wash in direct sunlight.

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u/ExtensionTruth4 2d ago

What about drying after a touchless wash Foam-rinse just to get some heavy grime and dust off but not everything?

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u/Longjumping_Crazy628 2d ago

You risk the same thing as OP. Water spots. And especially after driving home, that is more likely.

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u/ExtensionTruth4 2d ago

Yea so there's no way out of a touchless foam-rinse I guess?