SEMA 2023/2024 New Products

[Setec Astronomy]

I've been using something similar for a few years now. While I've seen people use them for coating removal, I tend to just use them for dirty jobs that would otherwise ruin a nice towel. Metal polishing, tar removal, adhesive removal, tire prep................

Metal polishing seems like one of the best uses. Is that Tarminator on tires just for removing old dressing, or does it also remove browning?

 

[Desertnate]

Saw this hit Instagram last night. I'm pretty interested in this one, not because of the fact it has diamonds, or meteorite fragments, or alien bone dust, etc in it, but simply because it's a new consumer coating from CQuartz. I've been a long time user of CQUK across a couple generations and TiO2 and liked both of them. It's good to see them finally bring out a new product and I'm eager to see some reviews on how it performs.

The Rag Company are certainly not the first to do something like that, but good to see nonetheless.

I've been using something similar for a few years now. While I've seen people use them for coating removal, I tend to just use them for dirty jobs that would otherwise ruin a nice towel. Metal polishing, tar removal, adhesive removal, tire prep................

I like the idea of having those towels for really nasty jobs like tailpipe polishing, tar removal in lower rocker panels, cleaning nasty wheel barrels, etc. All those times when you want something more substantial than a traditional disposable towel (the heavy ones, not a paper towel) and you don't want to sacrifice one of your regular MF towels.

 

[Setec Astronomy]

I'm pretty interested in this one, not because of the fact it has diamonds, or meteorite fragments, or alien bone dust, etc in it

Is this the one?!?!?!?!?!

I like the idea of having those towels for really nasty jobs like tailpipe polishing, tar removal in lower rocker panels, cleaning nasty wheel barrels, etc. All those times when you want something more substantial than a traditional disposable towel (the heavy ones, not a paper towel) and you don't want to sacrifice one of your regular MF towels.

Yeah, they really read my mind with this one, I wanted a paint-safe towel, that was cheap enough I could throw away, for removing tar, and I wanted a light enough color to be able to see how dirty the towel was (a lot of "wheel" towels are really dark). I have 2 different TRC towels in my cart that are 85 cents and $1.33 ea., that I couldn't bring myself to pull the trigger on, but I think at 38 cents (80 for $30) I'm in!

 

[vaced]

Jason said it's 40 minutes run time, 40 minutes to charge, which is a little more optimistic than the specs. When the Nano came out, they said the same thing, that the run time was equal to the charge time, did that turn out to be accurate? The Day 2 TRC vid goes into depth on these new machines (I think it was Day 2, it's all running together for me now).

sorry, I meant continuous with three batteries ( 2 in the charger and one in the polisher). Although with 40 minutes run time 40 minutes charge time, 2 batteries would be enough if everything performs as expected.

Also, part of me thinks that by continuous they might be trying to say the machine doesn’t slow down when the battery gets low.

The Rag Company Rip N Rag
80 Count Box - $29.95
30 Count Roll - $14.95
Terry style, 70/30 blend, 12"x12"
~180-220 gsm

I never fully understood these: If I expect to only use a towel once, I have a stash of towels I don’t want to use on paint anymore, and I cut them into clean pieces.

So I always thought of towels like these as for when I am going to need to throw out a lot of towels, or If I get tired of cutting up old towels.

These are a lot cheaper than Griots edgeless utility towels (~80 cents each), which is surprising. I wonder if they are better quality?

Even if towels are cheap, I still want them to be good (safe)

 

[DFB]

Metal polishing seems like one of the best uses. Is that Tarminator on tires just for removing old dressing, or does it also remove browning?

Yes, Tarminator. I really only use it on Michelin tires as they are a bear to deal with. For what ever reason, I can never get them to release a tire dressing despite multiple attempts from multiple products. Tarminator does though.

 

[MisterSnoop]

Griot's Hand Cleaner popped up on their website

Hand Cleaner - $14.99 for 16 oz, $24.99 for 35 oz pump

Easily wash away stubborn dirt, grime, oil, grease, paint and more with this premium industrial grade Hand Cleaner.
Natural, volcanic pumice scrubs deep into skin to easily loosen and absorb tough oil and grease
Mild surfactants knock out heavy grime without drying out your skin
Solvent-free, premium coconut oil-based formula conditions and sooths rough, dry skin

 

[Setec Astronomy]

Never again with the Griot's hand cleaner (I realize this is a new version) for me; some years ago I kept getting these weird cuticle infections periodically, after I while I realized it always happened after I used the Griot's hand cleaner, I threw it out and never happened again.

 

[MisterSnoop]

Launch kits for the Rupes iBirds:

Rupes BigFoot iBrid HLR15 Cordless Polisher Launch Kit - $735
BigFoot iBrid HLR15 Tool with 5" Backing Plate
(2) 18V 5.0Ah Battery packs
Dual Battery Charger
(2) DA Intermediate Foam Polishing Pads (NEW!)
(2) DA Fine Foam Polishing Pads
(2) DA Coarse Blue Wool Pads
(2) DA Fine Yellow Wool Pads
250ml DA Coarse Compound
250ml DA Fine Compound

Rupes BigFoot iBrid HLR21 Cordless Polisher Launch Kit - $760
BigFoot iBrid HLR21 Tool with 6" Backing Plate
(2) 18V 5.0Ah Battery packs
Dual Battery Charger
(2) DA Intermediate Foam Polishing Pads (NEW!)
(2) DA Fine Foam Polishing Pads
(2) DA Coarse Blue Wool Pads
(2) DA Fine Yellow Wool Pads
250ml DA Coarse Compound
250ml DA Fine Compound

They don't seem to include the power inverter, which may explain why they're not ~$900.

 

[SNP209]

 

[Setec Astronomy]

Launch kits for the Rupes iBirds:

Rupes BigFoot iBrid HLR15 Cordless Polisher Launch Kit - $735

They don't seem to include the power inverter, which may explain why they're not ~$900.

Wow that's a lot better than I expected, and I would be surprised if they didn't include the inverter, if that's what it's called, that's what makes it an "iBrid". I might have to buy a 15 so I can look at it in the box...I can't remember the last time I polished anything automotive. Oh, wait, I do...it was a couple of years ago, a scuff repair with a 4" pad on my old PC.

 

[vaced]

Launch kits for the Rupes iBirds:

Rupes BigFoot iBrid HLR15 Cordless Polisher Launch Kit - $735
BigFoot iBrid HLR15 Tool with 5" Backing Plate
(2) 18V 5.0Ah Battery packs
Dual Battery Charger
(2) DA Intermediate Foam Polishing Pads (NEW!)
(2) DA Fine Foam Polishing Pads
(2) DA Coarse Blue Wool Pads
(2) DA Fine Yellow Wool Pads
250ml DA Coarse Compound
250ml DA Fine Compound

Rupes BigFoot iBrid HLR21 Cordless Polisher Launch Kit - $760
BigFoot iBrid HLR21 Tool with 6" Backing Plate
(2) 18V 5.0Ah Battery packs
Dual Battery Charger
(2) DA Intermediate Foam Polishing Pads (NEW!)
(2) DA Fine Foam Polishing Pads
(2) DA Coarse Blue Wool Pads
(2) DA Fine Yellow Wool Pads
250ml DA Coarse Compound
250ml DA Fine Compound

They don't seem to include the power inverter, which may explain why they're not ~$900.

No version without the pads?

 

[MisterSnoop]

No version without the pads?

From the reseller that I copied that info from:

This is a launch kit and currently the only option available this buy these machines - in the future there will be more configurations available.

 

[DFB]

No version without the pads?

From the OG Sema video, the units will launch in kit form to begin with but will be available as tool/battery only kits in the future. Expected availability for the US market is Jan-Feb 2024.

 

[DFB]

A few extra Carpro items -

Their new wheel brush has my attention -



These glass pads look gnarly!



Soap and high-pH resistant clays -

 

[VISITOR]

 

[DFB]

Sandro's review of the new Carpro Skin kit -

 

[vaced]

A few extra Carpro items -

Their new wheel brush has my attention -



These glass pads look gnarly!



Soap and high-pH resistant clays -

I don't get it: Why are the brushes better than a wheel woolie, boars hair brush, or autofiber wheel brush?

• I can see preferring them over microfiber towels because reach, if your wheel isn't off.

I get the clay, but wasn't everyone saying synthetic clay is so much better than clay when those were the new thing? Now we're back to clay bars?

Theres a lot of things I don't get which are successful though

:dunno:

 

[DanaDetailingPros]

Some additional Griot's products:

THE BOSS Pressure Washer Gun - $129.99

Elevate your pressure washer's performance with this class leading stainless steel pressure washer gun designed to deliver the ultimate performance, comfort, and control.
Full marine grade, stainless steel manifold and couplers for strength and corrosion resistance
Ergonomic, reinforced nylon body with double shot rubber for improved comfort and control
Trigger mechanism is balanced and engineered to reduce fatigue
High-flow 3/8" Stainless Steel Swivel Quick Coupler Plug helps to ensure constant and unrestricted water flow
Features Stainless Steel Quick Disconnect Coupler (Female) for fast interchange between cannons, nozzles, extension wands

BOSS Pressure Washer Nozzle - $34.99 ea.

Precision-machined, stainless-steel pressure washer nozzles featuring a protective shroud ensuring vehicle safety and a supreme cleaning.
Flexible synthetic rubber nozzle shroud is chemical resistant and designed to protect surfaces from potential damage
T304 Stainless Steel nozzles are corrosion resistant and ensure accurate spray patterns and optimal cleaning
Industry standard color-coded shroud collar to identify the desired spray pattern
Available spray patterns include 40°, 25°, and 15° in either 2.5mm or 4.0mm orifice sizes

Air Pulse Cleaning Gun - $149.99

Powerful, air-powered cyclonic cleaning tool designed to deliver a deeper clean when paired with suitable Griot's Garage cleaners.
Lightweight powder-coated aluminum gun
Integrated air-adjustment and chemical flow adjustment valves enhances control
Durable stainless-steel lined cone extends life
Air-Swivel Fitting for enhanced maneuverability and improved air-hose life
Includes 33.8 oz fluid reservoir

BOSS Micro 5mm Orbital Drive - $49.99

Precision-machined, 5mm orbital counterbalance for exclusive use with THE BOSS Hybrid Micro Polisher, ideal for addressing trim and emblems along with spot sanding.
Features fast-change drive system for tool-less swapping between drive assemblies
Premium bearing for high pad rotation for improved correction
Compatible with 1", 2", and 3" BOSS Micro Backing Plates
Output shaft is compatible with a 12mm wrench for easy removal of backing plates

12V Hybrid Power Inverter - $79.99

Plug-in power for long-term polishing sessions with THE BOSS Hybrid Micro Polisher.
AC/DC power adapter for standard 120VAC
Integrated cooling fan to maintain optimal operating temperature
Includes the 10' Quick-Connect Power Cord with heavy-duty 16 AWG rubber cable
Overload protection circuitry and integrated cooling fan to ensure long operating life

Industrial Grade Hand Cleaner (didn't find on website)

The ceramic liquid wax is replacing the liquid poly gloss (not the foaming poly gloss).
The ceramic trim restorer can be used on interior panels.
The plastic all-in-one also contains their "ceramic", but isn't labeled as such.

First The Rag company and now Griots! It's no surprise Tornador is selling out there patents. Only problem on the Griots and TRC is there the 20 year old design versus the new Black and Max with the metal rotate set! But I'm sure they will start to pop up in three year! Iv'e been asking Kevin at Chief steamer to make an attachment ONLY that fits the Vapor Chief and he is dead set that Tornador will sew him. I keep telling him it would be like any other pneumatic products out there and it would have zero to do with Tornador but he just doesn't get it! He's a great guy but a bit coarky and zero ingenuity. It would be the ultimate attachment since the 100 and there larger one pushes out 100 psi! and would be the worlds best interior cleaner:buffing:
And by the way I could of detailed a car for the amount of time it took to post this!!! I swear there forum runs on dial up
!

 

[dlc95]

Saw this hit Instagram last night. I'm pretty interested in this one, not because of the fact it has diamonds, or meteorite fragments, or alien bone dust, etc in it, but simply because it's a new consumer coating from CQuartz. I've been a long time user of CQUK across a couple generations and TiO2 and liked both of them. It's good to see them finally bring out a new product and I'm eager to see some reviews on how it performs.



I like the idea of having those towels for really nasty jobs like tailpipe polishing, tar removal in lower rocker panels, cleaning nasty wheel barrels, etc. All those times when you want something more substantial than a traditional disposable towel (the heavy ones, not a paper towel) and you don't want to sacrifice one of your regular MF towels.

That Dquartz Go, and the new Megs coatings will be in my next order.

I'm actually interested in trying them.

 

[VISITOR]