BobbyG
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CarPro CQuartz DLux
CarPro CQuartz DLux is one of their newer products designed to restore, protect all exterior plastic and rubber surfaces like trim and door moldings. If I had to categorize this product I'd say it would make a great companion to their CQuartz paint coating...
I've been using some great products lately and although they work very well I'm looking for a coating I can rely on to keep it's appearance wash after wash.....and I just may have found it!!
My truck is a 1999 Dodge Dakota SLT. While I do take very good care of it, time, weather, washing, heat and sun continues to take its toll especially on rubber and plastic.
The mirrors in particular have become dull and try as I may, all of the products I've used thus far are good for about 4 to 6 weeks. Soon after they begin to look dull again so I'm back to square 1...
The Review
CarPro CQuartz DLux
"CQuartz DLux is different from the original CQuartz formula in that DLux contains more than 50% pure silica! Silica is what makes up glass, making CQuartz DLux essentially a glass coating for your vehicle's plastic and rubber exterior surfaces. As an added benefit, the main component of CQuartz DLux is orgnosilane, a compound that repels water and dirt away from the surface it coats".
Like several CarPro products they come complete with everything you'll need in a factory sealed plastic bag..
Included in each kit you'll find CQuartz DLux, applicator pad, and suede cloths.
The bottle is shrink wrapped sealed ensuring the product remains in the bottle until it's read for use.
Prepping the Area
First, wash the area thoroughly then dry. Next, wipe the area with Isopropyl Alcohol to be sure it's void of oils and other contaminates.
Here's the drivers side mirror and trim. I taped off the paint not knowing whether this product could affect the paint..
Some products supplied in small bottles typically have nothing between the product and the open air once the caps removed, CQuartz DLux is not one of them. With the cap removed I was pleased to see a dispensing insert in the bottles mouth.
This insert makes dispensing the product on the suede cloth simple and easy.
Application
Now it's time to apply CQuartz DLux. I was excited to try this product because I've never been pleased with how dull some of the trim has gotten so let's see if this lives up to its claims...
I've applied it to half the mirror and as you can see the surface looks deep and rich, almost new in appearance....I am psyched!!
I finished the application and depending on the contour you may find your fingers are designed perfectly for those areas!
Mirror
This is where you drop the pad and use your fingers....with gloves of course!
Door Trim
Bug Deflector
My thoughts
CQuartz DLux is very easy to use. The product glides on effortlessly leaving a nice even coat. I applied CQuartz DLux in both directions to ensure complete and even coverage.
What surprised me was the product seemed self-leveling and absorbed into the pores of the plastic taking on a very rich appearance. CQuartz DLux dries completely with no oily feeling or residue.
At 80 degrees it cures in about 1 hour so wipe any excess with the suede cloth.
CQuartz DLux completely cures in 24 hours so don't let it come in contact with moisture during the curing time.
Believe it or not I don't think I used more than 10 drops of product to completely revive all that plastic and trim. This product is very economical to use as the product goes a very long way...:bigups
Give CarPro CQuartz DLux a try, you won't be disappointed!! :bigups
CarPro CQuartz DLux is one of their newer products designed to restore, protect all exterior plastic and rubber surfaces like trim and door moldings. If I had to categorize this product I'd say it would make a great companion to their CQuartz paint coating...
I've been using some great products lately and although they work very well I'm looking for a coating I can rely on to keep it's appearance wash after wash.....and I just may have found it!!
My truck is a 1999 Dodge Dakota SLT. While I do take very good care of it, time, weather, washing, heat and sun continues to take its toll especially on rubber and plastic.
The mirrors in particular have become dull and try as I may, all of the products I've used thus far are good for about 4 to 6 weeks. Soon after they begin to look dull again so I'm back to square 1...
The Review
CarPro CQuartz DLux
"CQuartz DLux is different from the original CQuartz formula in that DLux contains more than 50% pure silica! Silica is what makes up glass, making CQuartz DLux essentially a glass coating for your vehicle's plastic and rubber exterior surfaces. As an added benefit, the main component of CQuartz DLux is orgnosilane, a compound that repels water and dirt away from the surface it coats".
Like several CarPro products they come complete with everything you'll need in a factory sealed plastic bag..
Included in each kit you'll find CQuartz DLux, applicator pad, and suede cloths.
The bottle is shrink wrapped sealed ensuring the product remains in the bottle until it's read for use.
Prepping the Area
First, wash the area thoroughly then dry. Next, wipe the area with Isopropyl Alcohol to be sure it's void of oils and other contaminates.
Here's the drivers side mirror and trim. I taped off the paint not knowing whether this product could affect the paint..
Some products supplied in small bottles typically have nothing between the product and the open air once the caps removed, CQuartz DLux is not one of them. With the cap removed I was pleased to see a dispensing insert in the bottles mouth.
This insert makes dispensing the product on the suede cloth simple and easy.
Application
Now it's time to apply CQuartz DLux. I was excited to try this product because I've never been pleased with how dull some of the trim has gotten so let's see if this lives up to its claims...
I've applied it to half the mirror and as you can see the surface looks deep and rich, almost new in appearance....I am psyched!!
I finished the application and depending on the contour you may find your fingers are designed perfectly for those areas!
Mirror
This is where you drop the pad and use your fingers....with gloves of course!
Door Trim
Bug Deflector
My thoughts
CQuartz DLux is very easy to use. The product glides on effortlessly leaving a nice even coat. I applied CQuartz DLux in both directions to ensure complete and even coverage.
What surprised me was the product seemed self-leveling and absorbed into the pores of the plastic taking on a very rich appearance. CQuartz DLux dries completely with no oily feeling or residue.
At 80 degrees it cures in about 1 hour so wipe any excess with the suede cloth.
CQuartz DLux completely cures in 24 hours so don't let it come in contact with moisture during the curing time.
Believe it or not I don't think I used more than 10 drops of product to completely revive all that plastic and trim. This product is very economical to use as the product goes a very long way...:bigups
Give CarPro CQuartz DLux a try, you won't be disappointed!! :bigups
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