Best detailing products (wax etc)?!

[BlkTac05]

Best bang for the buck wax is Nattys, no question. I love that stuff.

Best paint cleaner is Klasse AIO.

Most of the other things are subjective. Everyone has their preferences. Certain characteristics like ease of use and smell are more important to some than others. Some prefer the best results, regardless of its user-friendly (or lack thereof) characteristics.

The man speaks the truth!

 

[BlkTac05]

With so many great products out there it really is hard to say which is the "best". The list of all the products in my ever expanding detailing arsenal reads like the Sunday Newspaper! Infact, a day of detailing for me starts with a rather extended "decision making session" because I love just about all the products I use. Some days I use a "system like" approach & some days I use a "combo like" approach. For instance, if I'm in a "Zaino mood" I use strictly Zaino products. When I'm in a "combo mood" I might use Chemical Guy's Shampoo,Optimum Polish,Klasse AIO,Clearkote VM or RMG,Souveran or Natty's Blue then QD with FK1 #425. ( you get the picture.) For a "quickie" session, I might wash with QEW then QD with Crystal Mist,QuickShine,Spray & Gloss,Z6,Z8 or FK #425. My "extended quickie" sessions lately have been a good wash,QD w/#425,a layer of FX-100 then a follow up QD with #425. So many products......So little time!!! Have fun,experiment & enjoy the process!!

 

[dennish]

So many things come into play when selecting the best products. Do you want reflectivity or depth – what kind of durability – ease of use – cost – probably one of the most over looked is the color and type of paint. I like Zanio on my light silver colored daily driver because of durability and brings out the metallic in the paint. I like Souveran on my black street rod that has 15 coats of clear, extremely deep dark black without any metallic in the paint. There are a lot products and the division between them are getting closer and closer – so have fun choosing your favorites and be sure to let us know why you feel that it the best combo.

 

[Hawhyen51]

This question always comes up and I usually try to refrain from answering. My usual response is whatever works for you. If you are happy/ecstatic with the results from the products you're using, that's all that matters. There are numerous products on the market and everyone has their favorites. What it comes down to is the prep as previously mentioned. Without that key factor, you might as well just slap on a coat of something and call it a day.

 

[5000XD]

I like Souveran on my black street rod that has 15 coats of clear, extremely deep dark black without any metallic in the paint.

15 clear coats!! man, I wish my XR had so many. I think Toyota just put like 1 or 2 on it
This makes me want to buy a few cans of aerosol clear coat and spray it on myself
My XR's also metallic black and the Souveran does look good on it.

What it comes down to is the prep as previously mentioned. Without that key factor, you might as well just slap on a coat of something and call it a day.

Exactly, the prep is most important.
I'll surely give that Nattys stuff a try though, seem that lots of people like it.

 

[ASPHALT ROCKET]

I'm a big fan of carnuba, only have used souveran on my black c6. Tried
menzerna polish, will try nattys blue this weekend on the c6. Really liked
the menzerna polishes. I do use wolfgand sealant on my parents cars since
i can not clean them as often as mine.

 

[dennish]

15 clear coats!! man, I wish my XR had so many. I think Toyota just put like 1 or 2 on it

Here is a shot of the hood but it is hard to get a pic that really shows depth!

 

[Meghan]

Here is a shot of the hood but it is hard to get a pic that really shows depth!

Dennish very nice pic!

 

[BigBoy]

I am a fan of the New Signature Series II ! Leaves a great shine

 

[dennish]

I'm a big fan of carnuba, only have used souveran on my black c6. Tried
menzerna polish, will try nattys blue this weekend on the c6. Really liked
the menzerna polishes. I do use wolfgand sealant on my parents cars since
i can not clean them as often as mine.

I'm also a fan of Souveran and just recieved my order of Menzena Polishes and Natty. I use VM and RMG with Souveran I think RMG adds to the depth.

 

[5000XD]

Here is a shot of the hood but it is hard to get a pic that really shows depth!

Goodness, that looks awesome!

 

[ASPHALT ROCKET]

Hey Dennis, I am well aware of that over on the corvetteforum. I am glad you
make it a point that you do on that forum, oh and you also killerwheels. We
have stick together on the carcare section over there, also cant forget lager.

 

[ScottB]

Hey Dennis, I am well aware of that over on the corvetteforum. I am glad you
make it a point that you do on that forum, oh and you also killerwheels. We
have stick together on the carcare section over there, also cant forget lager.

Truly guys I am not on that site to "stick it to anyone not Autogeek" ... but others have hidden agenda's. The hard part in detailing is learning the weaknesses and benefits of each product, then like a puzzle making them work together. I am optimistic that each product will work as intended, and disappointed when it doesnt. There is not a single category in the steps of detailing that Autogeek doesnt have a couple of great choices ... its up to us to share the wealth to others needing specific advice.

 

[burlyq]

Best products posts are always interesting. Maybe we should change the original question to best Autogeek product, since that's all we are allowed to talk about.

 

[Z06-Goose]

I couldn't have said it any better myself. I don't mind people being fans and supportive of what they believe in, but when they become shills of a product, then the credibility, and reasoning gets questioned.
This forum is great. I truly like it, and I'm a big fan of killrwheels. I just haven't bought anything from him YET, but we're getting closer to Summer time, and I'll be putting my order soon.

 

[burlyq]

Are we searching for the best product for our own vehicles or are we caught up in drama? Bottom line is use what you want, detailing is about process and products only make a slight difference. I would say I have been turned off more by Poorboy's Zealots than anyone else, but I still buy Natty's as it's one of my favorite waxes. Natty's is easy to use and smells awesome, produces a deep wet shine! Is it ok if I feel another line is better for me personally or does that offend? I can use either on any given day and feel totally excellent about the job I did. So on any given day I can use a mirriad of products and be happy with the job. If anyone is searching for the "best" product, you owe it to yourself to try all the top brands and chose for yourself. Not trying something because it is very popular is silly, and I'm glad that I ignored the Poorboy Zealots and tried Natty's because it rocks.

 

[ScottB]

Guys .... I needed to clean up this thread. Please remember the intention on this forum is to discuss Autogeek specific products. We are not here to slam, or to discuss "other" products. I have tried my best to keep your posts intact, but needed to move the conversation back to "our" products and techniques. We all have products from other lines that we are anamored with ... but please remember the intentions of the Autogeek forum. Thanks !

 

[ASPHALT ROCKET]

Hey guys, wasnt trying to cause any problems at all. I was just trying to have
some fun. The only thing I was trying to say is that it is nice not to have one
specific product jammed down your throat. If i offeneded anyone i am sorry.

 

[ScottB]

No one is being blamed ... just remember that those "other" products should not be named specifically in post.

 

[5000XD]

No one is being blamed ... just remember that those "other" products should not be named specifically in post.

I'm sorry but I don't get it, we can only talk about products sold on autogeek.net