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Old Jun 11, 2007 | 08:44 PM
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I've used it maybe 5 times, always rinse it out and hang it to dry. I picked it up tonight and it had a huge hole in it. I put my fingers in it to check it out and the damned thing is falling apart! I bought it online here at one of the places that sells the detailing products. WTF?[:@]
 
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Old Jun 11, 2007 | 09:42 PM
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I used to have the same problem with all the ones I had.Then a friend recommendedI wash and dry them after each use. I thoughthe was pulling my chain until I tried it. I just toss them in the washerthen dryer on low heat.So far they havelasted along time. I buy the real sheepskin ones from wallmart; you might want tocheck there for a replacement. I know they also stock a synthetic one too, but I have never tried it.
 
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Old Jun 11, 2007 | 11:11 PM
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Which dealer, which mitt? That should just not happen. Ask for a replacement.
 
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Old Jun 11, 2007 | 11:49 PM
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I'll give them the chance to make it good first. I've emailed them.
 
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Old Jun 12, 2007 | 12:49 AM
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Rinse out and place over a broom handle or something similar to dry. I have sheepskin mitts 5 years old without any problems.
Most sheepskin dealers do not recommend cleaning them in a washer or placing them in a dryer.
 
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Old Jun 12, 2007 | 06:37 AM
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The 5 bucks ones I get at Walmart seem to last a long time. I just rinse them and hang them to dry.
 
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