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what Quick Detailer for black car?

Old 05-17-2010, 06:04 PM
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just as the title says. what quick detailer do you guys use and how do you like it? i want something for inbetween wax's.. any feedback is good feedback.

also where do you get your products from?
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first off go to Walmart to get ur detailing products. Its always cheaper than autozone or advanced auto etc. I think I just used Meguiars Quik Detailer spray. There is really not going to be a noticeable difference between any of the sprays I'd say. They all help to give the sleek slick smooth appearance and prevent the surface from retaining dust on the surface for a bit.
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mequiars quick detail works great.
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djfury05 speaks the truth. you are not going to really see any considerable difference in the quick detailer sprays you use. Having a good foundation is probably the most important thing. Laying down a nice paint sealant will make keeping the car clean a lot easier.
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Yup as far as spray detailers, they are pretty much all the same. Just stay away from the detailer that comes with turtle wax black box. I love the wax and results but the detailer just leaves behind tons of annoying oils and are a bitch to wipe away.
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I use Meguiars Ultimate Detailer and their other products on all our other cars.On my WS6,I only use Zaino products.Meg's detailer is really good,but it still doesn't compare to Z6 or Z8 from Zaino on a black vehicle.
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http://meguiarsdirect.com/detail/MEG+G14422

This is what I use daily... Its nice because its also hydrophobic so it helps bead water off this finish and keep the paint protected.
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^^ they are selling those two for $9 at my local advanced auto... so try your luck at your nearest AAP location.
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Meguiars Ultimate Detailer. I should probably buy stock in the company.

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i prefer meg's quick wax over the quick detailers. takes a little longer to apply but it works much better on keeping the car cleaner for longer.



we just had rain all weekend here, i had quick waxed my car the last time i washed it, this morning i inspected my paint and there was hardly a water spot on it. and not to mention the sun came out RIGHT after the rain broke...and it still looks pretty good
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ive never had luck with any quick detailer; regardless of the foundation, which is always a solid coat of megs #26 hi-tech yellow. whenever i try the quick, and even using a very high quality, super plush microfiber from tropi-care, all i get is streaks and swirls. it never seems to add a shine. i usually just use the calif. car duster to dust when needed. but such is my luck with detailing, nothing ever works like its supposed to.
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Originally Posted by EchoMirage
ive never had luck with any quick detailer; regardless of the foundation, which is always a solid coat of megs #26 hi-tech yellow. whenever i try the quick, and even using a very high quality, super plush microfiber from tropi-care, all i get is streaks and swirls. it never seems to add a shine. i usually just use the calif. car duster to dust when needed. but such is my luck with detailing, nothing ever works like its supposed to.
that's cause we are cursed w/ black cars and we actually see the real results of these products. california car dusters rock btw
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I use Meguiars Ultimate Detailer also. Birds like to tag my car right after a wax job for some reason.
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meguires final inspection, always use it when i detail my customer cars and my own.

http://meguiarsdirect.com/detail/MEG+FINAL+16
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i used to use the specialty brands like adams and zaino(both very good) but got tired of ordering and waiting so i tryed the ice detailer and i actually think its better than the adams.
i have tryed the megs and i like the ice better also there spray wax it good to you can do the gladd trim any surface on the car it works really well.
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Iv used everything and they all tend to streak a little too much for me. They work Best if not done in the sun, I do mine in the garage. I use ICE, Iv had amazing luck with it and works a better than the Megs stuff IMO (and other big named stuff)..The only Megs stuff I use is the Gold Class Wax...

Ice Detailer Spray..One of the best products for black cars!

I use it with 2 microfibers, spray a small area, then rub with one cloth softly, takeing off dust or whatever needs to be cleaned off, last, softly go over it with the dry cloth to help with streaking and a nice glossy shine..I also use the ICE to take off Wax, makes it much less likely to swirl..
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I use Poorboys spray and gloss hands down way better than anything a retailer sells. I have purchased alot of products from your local retailer and this is hands down easier to use. Try it you will not regret it "poorboys spray and gloss" I hated black paint till you buy this stuff.
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I use A LOT of Meguiar's Products.

I own multiple Black and Dark Blue Cars/Trucks. Using their Ultimate Line for Quick Detailing and Wax is awesome stuff.

They Have Hydrophobic Technology that sheds water like you have never seen!
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yeah meguiers ultimate detailer here too. And now that my dad has a black 04 Mustang Vert, i get to maintain TWO black cars
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Meguires black bottle for me, but soon to be trying the pink bottle. Can't remember who makes it though. Most all the dealerships at GM use it.

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