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Old 08-05-2008, 03:02 AM
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is it me

or is shipping from alot of these detailing supply companies kinda high?
i was just about to order a PakShack microfiber to try it out, and i go to check out and the shipping is twice what the towel cost. is there anyway to get this stuff without paying that much for shipping? idk maybe its just me
 
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Old 08-05-2008, 03:41 AM
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most shipping costs have increased by double digits, some air freight costs have gone up over 30%. Google it, get sick.
 
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Old 08-05-2008, 11:00 AM
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Best thing to do is buy more stuff, that way the shipping sounds a little more worth it, even with the minimal add on. Buying online isn't so cheap anymore.
 
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Old 08-05-2008, 11:14 AM
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I agree with you, that's why I just try and wait till I get a fairly big order. I've been wanting to try the PakShak towels for a while too (I was gonna order like 3) but the shipping was a little high. Not really PakShak's fault, they just have to cover there own self i guess.
 
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Old 08-05-2008, 05:26 PM
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Originally Posted by guitarman502
I agree with you, that's why I just try and wait till I get a fairly big order. I've been wanting to try the PakShak towels for a while too (I was gonna order like 3) but the shipping was a little high. Not really PakShak's fault, they just have to cover there own self i guess.
and being located in hawaii dosnt help lol..
 
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Old 08-05-2008, 05:28 PM
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It almost gives me an excuse to go "on vacation."
 
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Old 08-05-2008, 05:38 PM
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I would hate to pay ship prices for Hawaii!
 

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Old 08-05-2008, 08:03 PM
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Simple really. Try the Awesome towel from specialtymotoring.com. You'll like it just as much, and won't have to pay the crazy high shipping.
 
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Old 08-05-2008, 10:50 PM
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I've never tried the "Awesome Towel" but the Pak Shak towels are worth the price. They are by far the best thing I've ever used. I'm very impressed with them.
 
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Old 08-05-2008, 10:52 PM
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Thump, Have you ever used the DF Towel? I'm debating on Pak Shak, Specialty Motoring towels, or the DF Towels
 
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Old 08-05-2008, 10:56 PM
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Pak's are worth it -- Ranney sells a fantastic product.

Another towel that I've found as of late is a towel from www.obsessivedetail.com called teh Fly Towel. It's excellent and is pretty fairly priced, IMO.

The DFT, in my opinion, still trumps just about any towel on the market...
 
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Old 08-05-2008, 11:04 PM
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Originally Posted by RockPick
Another towel that I've found as of late is a towel from www.obsessivedetail.com called teh Fly Towel. It's excellent and is pretty fairly priced, IMO....
I was looking at those yesterday as I start my long replacement process. I will have to give them a try.


The DFT, in my opinion, still trumps just about any towel on the market
I would second that
 
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Old 08-05-2008, 11:04 PM
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Thump, Have you ever used the DF Towel? I'm debating on Pak Shak, Specialty Motoring towels, or the DF Towels
No I have not. It's going to be my next towel to try out. As of recently, with my new hobby, I haven't been buying any new detailing supplies. Only replacing old products when they are diminished. I've been able to start doing a lot more vehicles, thankfully.
 
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Old 08-05-2008, 11:56 PM
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Simple really. Try the Awesome towel from specialtymotoring.com. You'll like it just as much, and won't have to pay the crazy high shipping.
shipping is still more than the one towel costs. lol
 
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Old 08-05-2008, 11:59 PM
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Don't buy one towel ...
 



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