Hey guys and gals, i recentely had my car detailed and would like to keep the car nice and clean between waxes, so im looking for an over the counter
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08-15-2013, 06:06 AM | #1 (permalink) |
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Need help OTC QD
Hey guys and gals, i recentely had my car detailed and would like to keep the car nice and clean between waxes, so im looking for an over the counter quick detailer for this. I know some of you might suggest other not so commercialized products, and im open to suggestion, but right now im more inclined for the over the counter stuff. Ive been researching and so far the best reviews ive seen is meguiares ultimate quik detailer over at autogeek. Any thoughts on this? If it matters, my Z is pearl white. Oh, and excuse my "noobiness" on the subject.
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08-15-2013, 06:41 AM | #2 (permalink) |
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Meguiar's Ultimate Quik Wax is good stuff.
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Meguiar's is great! It's more about technique than product. 1. Don't do it in direct sunlight 2. Let the paint cool 3. Make sure car is clean 4. Use a proper microfiber Last edited by Boomer370; 08-15-2013 at 07:56 AM. |
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#3 and #4 are paramount. There are a lot of different products and a lot of different opinions on those products, but I think everyone can agree that using a quick detail (QD) spray on dirty paint will only result in scratching and marring the paint. If that worries you and the wax is good quality, then a simple wash and dry could suffice.
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I've always wash my car before putting any QD on.
Usually once a month I'll do a full wash and wax, and I'll wash and QD within that. I also agree with a good base wax, QD will produce better results. Though I don't think QD should be used as a replacement for the actual wax itself. But First start with a clean slate: 1. Wash Car 2. Clay Car 3. Wash Car (Optional) 4. Polish/ Polish&Sealant Hybrid 5. Wax Then after you can keep a more relaxed schedule of using QD. That's what I do at least. I'm certain there are many techniques that people use but all of them have one thing in common. It's having a good starting base to begin with. |
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I used Quick Detailer in between waxes.
As for you question for Quick Wax. Some quick Wax formulas are Hybrids of polishers and wax. make sure you read the label carefully as some have a higher compound polish mixed into them. Quick Wax usually bonds well with your paint and lasts a little longer between washes. (That's all due to driving environment and conditions). It gives it a clean mirror finish. Paste Wax (ie: Carnuba) will give your car a warm look, kinda like a wet look. very Deep. But it doesn't last as long. So depending on schedule and how much time you have you can use whichever wax. Both protect your car, if you plan to wash your car all the time, Carnuba might be a way to go. If you are short on time and want to wash and go, use the Quick Waxes. But for me, I usually like to clean and go, so I'll use a Quick Wax, then use a QD after then go. But for times I totally spend time on the car, I'll use carnuba, then QD it for the best of both worlds. Hope this helps. |
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I use griot's speed shine. It deepens my black paint.
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I've had excellent results with Turtle Wax ICE for a quick detail. It goes on and off very easy and there is no white residue anywhere. I was at the Midwest Heritage Z meet and it was the only thing that took off the hard water spots from the paint and rims.
I echo the other members sentiments about the car being clean and cool.
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