robjh22

I bought a big bag of micro fiber towels from AutoZone. There seem to be two types of towels in the bag: one is relatively plush, with a detectable, fuzzy "knap", and the other type is relatively slick, with no knap at all.

Are half my towels defective, or do the two types serve different purposes?

Thanks. I am new to detailing but learning a little more every day.

Rob

Glenn

Autogeek.com is cool link below and there are a few pro's around here, hopefully they will chime in. But until then check this out http://www.autogeek.net/leabmi.html
Lots of info there

robjh22

Thanks, and ... uh oh:

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