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Good morning everyone
So I am looking a good AIO. The days of being outside hours upon hours working in my truck are no more. I use to detail my truck at the fire station. Perfect shade and cover. Now at the house, we have no garage and it will be in the open sun. I do have a 10x10 pop up tent cover I will setup.
So I am looking for a good AIO. Wanted some input. Truck I drive is a 2017 Nissan Titan xd in black. I also do my wife’s car which is a 2015 Nissan Rogue. I’ve seen recommendations for black fire, angel wax, rupes but I rather come to you guys to hear your take and input. I do plan on putting collinite wax on top.
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I use BF One Step on my black Acura and white BMW X3 with great success. The abrasive technology is outstanding and makes it somewhat Bubba proof!

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Jayfro said:
I use BF One Step on my black Acura and white BMW X3 with great success. The abrasive technology is outstanding and makes it somewhat Bubba proof!
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:iagree: You can't beat Blackfire One Step
 
I've tried McKees 360, Meguiars D166, 3D Speed, BF One Step and Rupes Uno Protect. All have their pluses and minuses, but I've settled on Rupes Uno Protect. If you want samples of any of these (except the Rupes), PM me your address and I'll send you 4oz each of the others for you to try
 
I've heard nothing but rave reviews for the Blackfire... But I can be stubborn. And pretty happy with most Meguiar's products.

I've used Meguiar's OTC Cleaner Wax for many years with great results. Lately I've been thinking of trying something new and when I do such I usually look at Meguiar's products first.

In keeping with that philosophy D166 is going to be the next AIO I try. It's got pretty good reviews too.

But if you are relying on others reviews as the primary criteria to make your choice, it would have to be Blackfire.

One other comment... If you're going to top it with Collonite Wax, why the need for an AIO at all? Why not just use a finishing polish (M205 or M210 in my case) and then the wax of your choice.
 
I used Meguiars Cleaner Wax for the better part of the last 3 decades, once or twice a year and the paint has ALWAYS held up well. No clear coat failure and the shine is still there. Switched to Blackfire One Step in 2018 when I upgraded from my 15 yr old Infiniti. Still have my 02 Sequoia with original shiny paint, that recently got the BF treatment after 16 yrs of Megs Cleaner Wax. I also added a topper, Sonax BSD, and that's the most hydrophobic product I have ever used... unfortunately not slick and smooth, but a little grabby. It still keeps my cars cleaner the longest.
 
You can't go wrong with Blackfire AIO. Such a great product that is extremely easy to use.
 
I pretty much NEVER use AIO and have been a coating or bust for the past 5 years with the majority of my clients wanting perfection followed by a coating.

I have been recently doing a lot of work for a classic car dealership where consignment vehicle's need a few hours of attention is more warranted as opposed to a high priced 20 hour multi stage correction.

Black Fire One Step is what I have been using and I love it. Decent correction and very good ability to pull the true color out of a vehicle and give wicked gloss and depth.

This is not a classic lol but here are a few pictures of a 2015 BMW X5 done with FLEX PE-150 and Hex Logic green pad.

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I like Zaino AIO. It is easy on and easy off. A little product go a long way. good luck but I do like Zaino
 
3D Speed - it's sun-friendly for working outdoors
Blackfire One Step
Dr. Beasley's Z1 if you want something that leaves a more long-term protection.

All three are good quality AIO's that I have used.
 
Can these AIO products be topped with coatings or anything? I'm sure this question has been asked a million times, so I'm sorry. I'm trying to differentiate between paint enhancement and/or AIO.
 
vaca22 said:
Can these AIO products be topped with coatings or anything? I'm sure this question has been asked a million times, so I'm sorry. I'm trying to differentiate between paint enhancement and/or AIO.
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I've topped the Blackfire One Step with their Hybrid Wax with good success. If you are going to do a coating, I don't think you'd want to use an all in one as you have to remove the "protection" component of the all in one in order for the coating to properly stick.
 
waddell64 said:
I've topped the Blackfire One Step with their Hybrid Wax with good success. If you are going to do a coating, I don't think you'd want to use an all in one as you have to remove the "protection" component of the all in one in order for the coating to properly stick.
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Thank you, I think you answered my question. So an AIO products is going to leave behind some kind of protection as part of the process. I can see layering waxes on top but as for coatings, like you mentioned...no dice!
 
vaca22 said:
Thank you, I think you answered my question. So an AIO products is going to leave behind some kind of protection as part of the process. I can see layering waxes on top but as for coatings, like you mentioned...no dice!
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In general the answer is yes. All In One has become synonymous with some minor correction and protection so that detailers and hobbyists can use a single product and be done.

However, some “all in one” products are more on the idea of solid correction that finishes down without having to use a compound and separate polish. You’ll also see some pads that are marketed to correct and finish with one pad. These products don’t have protection though, which is good if you want to do a coating (you’ll still want to use a panel wipe product before coating). 3D HD One and HD Speed are examples from each that come to mind.

So just look to see if a product mentions protection just to be sure.
 
There are several I use. mainly, though, is the Blackfire One Step.

I have tried the newer Rupes UNO Protect and bought the small size as well as the larger 32oz. Great product, but I'd still prefer the One Step. It seems more Bubba Proof
 
I enjoy meguiars ultra polishing wax. HD Speed is also still a favorite. IMO meguiars makes the best AIOs from a cost/benefit perspective.

Tried zaino and I liked the results, but found it a pain to remove.
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What would be a good topper for black fire all in one?


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