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. :driving:

Meguiar's Ultimate Quik Wax is good stuff.

What color is your car?

Pearl white

Should i use the quik wax or quik detailer between waxes?

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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

I use griot's speed shine. It deepens my black paint.

#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.

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.

not too sure why you would want an over the counter solution, but I would echo other people's suggestions that you make sure, whatever you use, that the surface is clean before using the detailer. otherwise, you'll just be rubbing contaminants into your paint. you can do that using adam's waterless wash.

I prefer Optimum, myself. Optimum no rinse is great as a waterless car wash, quick detailer, as well as clay lubricant.

Thanks to all for you replies. And yes, my idea is to wash first, then use the QD for protection and some shine

Thanks! This is precisely the route i'll be taking next time i detail my car. The QD idea was more for in between waxes

Between waxes, do you suggest the Quik Wax or the Quik Detailer?

Went to Advance auto and to my surprise they sell griot's speed shine there! Went ahead and bought it since all ive heard are good things about it! plus... $5 mail in rebate!!! :happydance:

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.

Our Detail Spray is the juice this company is built around. Our best selling product, by far!

After nearly 13 years with the same formula, we changed it back in February and now it's:

• Slicker, so it works better as a clay bar lubricant.
• Flashes faster, so it requires less wiping. Also works better as a drying agent because of this trait.
• It now was WaxBoost technology in it, so it helps to extend the life of the wax/sealant that's on your paint.

It's not really a spray wax, but it has some of the characteristics of one.

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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.

FYI; if you search 'advance auto coupons' you can purchase a bunch of stuff and get 30% off and pick up in store. I do it all the time. I bought the Griot microfibers, wash, clay bar, speed shine, wash mitt, waffle weave and used the coupon a bunch of times.

Definitely helps, thanks!!! I wash my car weekly, and even though ill be detailing minimum 3 times a year, i would like to keep it as clean as possible

Definetly will try this!!! Especially tomorrow being Saturday :happydance:

Used speed shine yesterday, was kind in a hurry so i used it after washing my car while still wet and was drying it. Surface feels more smooth though i do see some traces of streaks, but not a whole lot. Not sure if it was that i used too much or because i applied while the car was still wet. I did used a microfiber towel to go all over the car again after drying(to buff out the speed shine)

Guys,

What are your thoughts regarding applying speed shine after washing the car while still wet? Should i dry the car first, then apply speed shine with a MF towel? I do know that after applying speed shine i still have to buff it out.

Thanks!

I agree.. I would definately use this as my detail spray for in between waxes.
Smells great too!
Right before I dry my car, I lightly spray some all over the car, and it makes the drying process much easier.
As far as wax, I would not use a quick spray wax.