Adding Griots Ceramic 3-in-1 to Griots Ceramic Speed Shine - Boosting Speed Shine?

MrOneEyedBoh

MrOneEyedBoh

Active member
Joined
Mar 3, 2013
Messages
1,217
Reaction score
8
First off I have to say that Griots Ceramic 3-in-1 has been one of the few products that has impressed me. Self cleaning is REAL, shine is real and the longevity is real too... So I have a clapped out daily driver ( rust, never wash it etc ) and I applied Griots ceramic 3-in-1 to it with only a fast bucket wash as prep and its still beading after about 4 months. Still beads and hasnt been washed since then.. truly impressed.

Now on to my question. I was wondering if I could add some 3-in-1 Ceramic to the Ceramic Speed Shine to just give the Speed Shine a bit more protection. I dont see it being an issue, but maybe its advised not to for some reason? I emailed Griots asking them , twice, and have not heard anything back...

thoughts?
 
3 in 1 should be the base, Ceramic Speed Shine as the booster

Sent from my SM-G991U using Tapatalk
 
Klasse Act said:
3 in 1 should be the base, Ceramic Speed Shine as the booster

Sent from my SM-G991U using Tapatalk
Click to expand...

This is what I have now, but I was wondering if I could make the Speed Shine a bit stronger with added 3-in-1
 
MrOneEyedBoh said:
This is what I have now, but I was wondering if I could make the Speed Shine a bit stronger with added 3-in-1
Click to expand...
Well yeah because 3 in 1 is stronger than CSS

Sent from my SM-G991U using Tapatalk
 
The css will only last like a month so the 3in1 on top of it would only last that long
 
So I have to ask why would you not just use the 3 in 1 exclusively? You’ve already stated it performed well and now want to add it to a product that doesn’t last as long to make it last longer. The 3 in 1 works well as a stand alone,drying aid and isn’t known to cause issues on using it often
 
vobro said:
So I have to ask why would you not just use the 3 in 1 exclusively? You’ve already stated it performed well and now want to add it to a product that doesn’t last as long to make it last longer. The 3 in 1 works well as a stand alone,drying aid and isn’t known to cause issues on using it often
Click to expand...
I've never even thought of using it as a drying aid, CSS yes but not 3 in 1.

Sent from my SM-G991U using Tapatalk
 
MrOneEyedBoh said:
This is what I have now, but I was wondering if I could make the Speed Shine a bit stronger with added 3-in-1
Click to expand...

Do you mean mix the two liquids? I guess you could, but for how easy the 3 in 1 is to use, I'd just re-up with that. Just used it as a drying aid on the Mrs' car and it went really well, hardly used much also.
 
Klasse Act said:
I've never even thought of using it as a drying aid, CSS yes but not 3 in 1.

Sent from my SM-G991U using Tapatalk
Click to expand...

I take care of my parents cars, they live in the city and have no room for me storing things there so I just keep a few items there. I was using OptiSeal,Aquawax and now use the 3 n1, works great at 1 mist into a towel per panel and I’ve seen no issues with stacking it at a monthly rate and both cars are going strong at 10 months
 
Klasse Act said:
I've never even thought of using it as a drying aid, CSS yes but not 3 in 1.

Sent from my SM-G991U using Tapatalk
Click to expand...

My thoughts too. 3 in 1 is so easy to use, I'm not seeing what you would gain by mixing them. If the 3 in 1 is starting to fade, just apply more. If you're after the short term extra boost after a wash that's the whole purpose CSS was created. I might see mixing up some concoction if we were talking about a hard to use product or a QD with no protective abilities, but 3 in 1 is a super easy spray/wipe application and CSS seems to have some protection already built in.
 
3-1 every 3-4 months, CSS after maintenance washes in between has worked great for me


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
 
vobro said:
I take care of my parents cars, they live in the city and have no room for me storing things there so I just keep a few items there. I was using OptiSeal,Aquawax and now use the 3 n1, works great at 1 mist into a towel per panel and I’ve seen no issues with stacking it at a monthly rate and both cars are going strong at 10 months
Click to expand...

This was what I found as well. :dblthumb2:
 
I find 3-1 a tad grabby to remove and just recently used as a drying aid. Worked great.

I see no problem mixing a little 3-1 with CSS. Exactly what were doing when we mix up a batch of Merlins elixir.

Add 3-4oz 3-1 to CSS and try it as a drying aid. Report back with results.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
 
Coatingsarecrack said:
I find 3-1 a tad grabby to remove and just recently used as a drying aid. Worked great.

I see no problem mixing a little 3-1 with CSS. Exactly what were doing when we mix up a batch of Merlins elixir.

Add 3-4oz 3-1 to CSS and try it as a drying aid. Report back with results.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Click to expand...

This. I found it to be a bit grabby too and honestly Elixr had me thinking of adding 3-1 to CSS. Maybe its a bit grabby from me over applying it? Not buffing it soon enough?
 
MrOneEyedBoh said:
This. I found it to be a bit grabby too and honestly Elixr had me thinking of adding 3-1 to CSS. Maybe its a bit grabby from me over applying it? Not buffing it soon enough?
Click to expand...

Over applying with this stuff can be an issue but when I did it on a warmer day (70 degrees). My normal 1.5 sprays per panel wasn’t spreading well and didn’t want to over apply.

Next wash 2 sprays per panel as drying aid and work superbly. Nice gloss.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
 
I wonder if Ceramic Speed Shine changes the water behavior at all when layering it on top of 3 in 1?
 
Not that I’ve noticed; adds slickness and longevity


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
 
This stuff has been on the '11 Camaro (1 coat) for a few days now. It wasn't this shiny when it was new...
 
I applied Griots 3 in 1 to the truck in June and then I have been topping it off with Ceramic Speed Shine after each bucket or rinseless wash. This is the result. I brought the truck to my little nephew’s birthday party and I got compliments from all of the dads.
Both the 3 in 1 and the Ceramic Speed Shine can be streaky especially on dark paint. I have found that a little product goes a long way and the type of towel you use makes a big difference. The Griots plush edgeless are very good for this task.
Griot's Garage Microfiber Plush Edgeless Towels 6 Pack

f285b26dcd31ba1f7e78c8989256c719.jpg



Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top