...and the blower gets all of the water, from the grill, mirrors, door handles and other joints, that usually drips down afterwards when you use 'conventional' methods.
I follow up each blow-dry with Mequiars quick detailer, 2-3 times per month.
Sorry...didn't mean to turn this into a detailing topic.
Although some here do use the squeegee without problems I think if you check with any good detailer they would recomend other options like patting the water down (not wiping) with a waffle towel or use air.

 

I've used the blade myself for several years on all my cars to get the bulk of the water off and have had no ill effects.

 

I read an article on a thread here where it claimed that using the blade will eventually leave scratch marks on your car. Now the severity of the scratches may be so small to be visible unless you're really staring at it...

I myself only use the blade on windows.

 

Ask these guys
https://g35driver.com/forums/care-de...tailer-74.html

 

Wow... I can't believe I never thought of a leaf blower. I usually hit the closest 4 lane road and do 70mph (not recommended).

I have an electric black and decker 200mph one that should work fine.

 

Thats what I use. No extension piece.
It takes off 99% of the water and leaves behind a few very very tiny beads. I let it dry for 5-10 min and then use a MF towel and quick detailer.
Turns out beautiful, every time.

 

Hey, what's the point of using quick detailer after a wash? I feel like it would be a hassle spraying it on and wiping it off and I don't think it makes it look much different :X

 

I use the blade occasionally to get the bulk of the water off, especially on the roof, works like a charm but as others have said it has to be used correctly

 

I park nose up on the hill section of my driveway which avoids puddles in the trunk area, near the hinges. This helps to keep the rear bumber from continuing to drip.
Another secret is to do a final rinse without the sprayer... just a smooth flow. Water will sheet off and leave much less to remove.
Don't wash the car in the sun... keep it in the cool shade whenever possible. This avoids the water from drying before you get to it, avoiding spots.

The Mr Clean is nothing more than a spray gun with a filter in the handle that removes the minerals in the waters that would leave spots. You can buy in-line filters for your outdoor faucet for fairly cheap money at Home Depot/Lowes, etc. I've been planing on installing a filter setup for strictly car washing for years and just haven't gotten to it yet.

 

hahaha me too but it works so well and no worries about scratches and micro marring.