The Original California Jelly Blade 2010 Version

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Has anybody used this yet? I am thinking of getting one from amazon. Looks better than the previous version. Kind of pricey though if you ask me. But, like the last version on the dry blade I don't think this one will prevent scratches any better. It will just contour to the body of the car better. Just thought I'd share this with you guys.

Amazon.com: The Original California Jelly Blade 2010 Version: Automotive
 
Never realized that came out with a new version. I used to use them for windows to save some time drying. Havent used one in a while though.

Alot of mixed feelings about them for sure.
 
blackz said:
Never realized that came out with a new version. I used to use them for windows to save some time drying. Havent used one in a while though.

Alot of mixed feelings about them for sure.
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Yeah I have definitely seen the mixed feelings which makes me wonder. But damn it would make drying my car in the winter alot easier especially, when is its 18 degrees out like yesterday brrr.
 
I used it once and once is enough. Car was washed very well also had a nice coat of wax went to use it and it left a nice scratch right down the center on the hood:doh:Next i tossed that sucker right in the trash.Never again. DON'T DO IT!!!!
 
Can we agree that it would be ok to use on windows though. Having little water left on the windows could honestly be the difference in having to use one ww drying towel to dry the car as opposed to 2 ww's. I dont use it anymore but Im not opposed to using it for windows.

If it doesnt work out for you, you can also have it to do your shower!
 
works well on the windows and dos save a bit of time, if you like your car, i would not use it on the paint, just my 2 cents
 
damn nothing can ever make things easy without consequences. O well, I guess Ill go back to using the leaf blower:D. I might get the version 1 blade for my windows though. At least that will save me a little time and MF towels.
 
STI4Life06 said:
Not sure I understand what sheeting the water exactly is? :confused:
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Simple if its a well wax car sheeting will be great. When your done washing ur car just remove the nozzle for a free flowing water and sheet the water off. You won't have enough water on your car to dry. Simple
 
I've used a Jelly blade for years now. I use it on every car I wash(paint and glass) and I have not noticed any extra scratching from it but everyone has different experiences with different products. If I were you Id try it and use your own opinion of it. If you don't like it I'll buy it:)
 
I haven't tried the new version, but I do have the California Blade, which is basically the same thing. I use to use it, but didn't like dragging it across the paint, especially before I clayed the car. I now use it around the house to get rain water off my patio table and when I'm cleaning the house windows.
 
i have used the blade for a long time now. after a good wash make sure the blade is clean and ive yet to have problems...
 
i have the original california blade and never had a scratch on any of my cars. i had the thing since '97. i've heard and seen people scratch their cars with it though. maybe it's just the way i use it.
i usually pretend the car is a sexy female and i'm drying her of. :awesome:
 
SeaJay's said:
I use to use it, but didn't like dragging it across the paint, especially before I clayed the car. QUOTE]

We had to use these at a dealership I worked for a few years ago and the sound and feel that blade made when dragging across an unclayed car always gave me the chills. It was like nails on a chalkboard.
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JohnnyC said:
OH Don't worry , when you least expect it, it happens:cry:
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Troy Fuller said:
SeaJay's said:
I use to use it, but didn't like dragging it across the paint, especially before I clayed the car. QUOTE]

We had to use these at a dealership I worked for a few years ago and the sound and feel that blade made when dragging across an unclayed car always gave me the chills. It was like nails on a chalkboard.
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I usually use the original blade (had it for about 8 years!) for windows only. However, if the car is VERY well washed and the finish is PROTECTED with a wax/sealant, then I occasionally use it to clear large panels. I ALWAYS spray some detailer or waterless wash on the panel as lube which also helps prevent any streaking or possible damage. Every minute or so I spray the blade and clean it with a MF. This process may sound tedious but it is actually very fast, sprayer in one hand, squeegee in the other, and MF in pocket. Honestly, if the finish is museum quality and needs no polishing I would not use the waterblade, just not worth the risk.
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