Carpro Reload Application Question

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Hey guys, I just recieved my 1st bottle of Reload and I'm excited to try it soon. Up until now I've had the general idea that I should be cautious about not over spraying Reload on the panel in order to avoid possible streaking.. That perticular aspect of it is something I need to be extra cautious about since I have the habit of overusing spray wax such as Megs D156.

People talk about 1 spray per panel of D156, I use alot more than that, I can't help it. Lol.
But I'm willing to change my ways with the Reload because I don't want to suffer any streaking, not to mention this stuff's not exactly cheap on the wallet.

But when I checked out Carpros own official video of Reload, this dude is applying even more Reload than I ever have D156, Way more.

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If you check him out on this vid, he literally uses 30+ sprays of Reload on just the right side of the hood.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=hxARI5IaQU8

How do you guys apply Reload for best results? 1-2 sprays per panel like D156 should be used? Or 30+ sprays for half a panel like Carpro does on their official video? I'm a bit confused.
 
I spray it on a short nap micro,one to apply the other to remove.spraying it on the panel you will get overspray all over the glass etc why do all that extra work if you don't need to.I put a very little bit of water in it to cut down on the streaking on hot days.
 
If I remember correctly that video was used to show that you can't over use reload. This is when everyone was having the streaking problems.

I would never use that much though. You would have a heck of time wiping it all off.

Reload is a great sealant but one thing about it is it takes a little more rubbing to fully remove. Another thing is it may or may not leave the surface looking a little oily.

So my technique is to never spray the panel. Overspray with reload seems harder to remove. I have great luck using a round microfiber applicator with the finger pocket but you can also use a tight weave towel. I give the applicator 4 sprays and start spreading. Don't try to tackle an area to big. I usually work 2x2 sections. Next use a nice plush microfiber to remove residue and continue on. You should only need one spray on the applicator or towel per panel as you move around the vehicle.

The worst thing I've experienced with reload is the paint looks a little oily after and if you keep wiping it just keeps spreading. But I could only see this in certain light. It's like the product just won't fully flash. The car sat in the garage over night though and this oily look was gone the next day.

Good luck with everything. It does leave a very glassy look after. It's nice. Water behavior is very good too.

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GSKR said:
I spray it on a short nap micro,one to apply the other to remove.spraying it on the panel you will get overspray all over the glass etc why do all that extra work if you don't need to.I put a very little bit of water in it to cut down on the streaking on hot days.
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yg1829 said:
So my technique is to never spray the panel. Overspray with reload seems harder to remove. I have great luck using a round microfiber applicator with the finger pocket but you can also use a tight weave towel. I give the applicator 4 sprays and start spreading. Don't try to tackle an area to big. I usually work 2x2 sections. Next use a nice plush microfiber to remove residue and continue on. You should only need one spray on the applicator or towel per panel as you move around the vehicle.

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Thanks for the advice. I hadn't thought about overspray being a possible issue, [I was mainly concerned about overuse] so I'm glad you guys brought it to my attention.

As far as application, if I were to use an applictator, do I spray the applicator, work it into the paint, then pretty much Immediately wipe it off with a clean microfiber towel? No need to wait even a few seconds before wiping off?

I was looking through my stuff and I found a new virgin foam applicator. I'm thinking it'd work good to apply the Reload? I have a clean microfiber app, but it's been used before, and I can still smell residue from whatever it is that didn't fully wash out of it, so I don't want to use it.

QUOTE=Setec Astronomy;1367789]I'd ask RonKH about how to apply it, it is April Fool's Day.[/QUOTE]

I don't even wanna ask.. I've got enough detail oriented worries [the good sort of worries, I hope] on my mind. Lol.

I'm getting an early start. It'll be 5:30am shortly when I begin. It's 55 degrees atm, 1mph wind. It'll be 68 degrees @ 11am and I'll be working in the shade on a pearl white vehicle. I hope my eyesight is with me today, because it's always a PITA to check results on that white paint. Wish me luck!
 
Setec Astronomy said:
I'd ask RonKH about how to apply it, it is April Fool's Day.
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No need to wait...work it into the paint and immediately remove.

As far as the foam applicator give it a shot. Have both on hand incase you don't like it. I have used a meguiars foam applicator when applying reload to wheels and it worked good.

Please keep us posted on how you make out. Best of luck!!

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I have had success just spraying it on, spread with a short nap MF, then remove with a medium nap MF.
 
Ebg18t said:
I have had success just spraying it on, spread with a short nap MF, then remove with a medium nap MF.
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I have a batch of once washed Costco Kirklands, some Megs Ultimate Wipes, and some Gray Supreme 530 Microfiber Towels.

So spread with the Ultimate Wipe or the short nap side of the Costcos.
Then buff off with the plush side of the Costcos or the Supreme 530's right?
 
Mr Eldorado2k,


Adhering to the detailing philosophy of 'less if more' I transferred c2v3 into an atomizer bottle as the provided 16oz (500ml) did seem to supply more product than I actually wanted including the random 'spitting'. The atomizer works very well for control of application however as was stated by Mr GSKR overspray still can be a slight issue.

Also transferring the product to the atomizer seems to have dramatically decreased consumption rate.

I know Reload and c2v3 are similar but not identical, but in my applications c2v3 does respond better when 'buffed' with a little pressure as opposed to just 'wiping off'.


Steve
 
ronkh57 said:
Sorry
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No, actually let me apologize to you. I didn't mean for that to come off that way. My mistake.

zx10r Elle said:
Mr Eldorado2k,


Adhering to the detailing philosophy of 'less if more' I transferred c2v3 into an atomizer bottle as the provided 16oz (500ml) did seem to supply more product than I actually wanted including the random 'spitting'. The atomizer works very well for control of application however as was stated by Mr GSKR overspray still can be a slight issue.

Also transferring the product to the atomizer seems to have dramatically decreased consumption rate.

I know Reload and c2v3 are similar but not identical, but in my applications c2v3 does respond better when 'buffed' with a little pressure as opposed to just 'wiping off'.


Steve
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Interesting information. Thx.
 
Eldorado2k said:
No, actually let me apologize to you. I didn't mean for that to come off that way. My mistake.
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Nothing to apologize for at all.

I've got a thicker skin than that. Especially in reload threads.......... :D


I am very interested in the c2v3.
 
Eldorado2k said:
I have a batch of once washed Costco Kirklands, some Megs Ultimate Wipes, and some Gray Supreme 530 Microfiber Towels.

So spread with the Ultimate Wipe or the short nap side of the Costcos.
Then buff off with the plush side of the Costcos or the Supreme 530's right?
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Not sure. I don't use Meguires products and don't buy anything from Costco. I'll post links to what I use so you can compare. The supreme 530's might be to plush.

I have the Reload in a Kwazer bottle, not the CarPro bottle since the CarPro nozzle dripped too much.

I use the Gold Plush JR 380's To apply-spread and the Wolfgang Concours 460's to final wipe-buff.

Link: Gold Plush Jr. Microfiber Towel, gold detail cloth, buffing towel, microfiber buffing towel, micro fiber

Link: Wolfgang Concours-Series Microfiber Towel, german towel
 
So I've been using reload since it was reformulated in 2014 and here's what i've found. I've had issues with streaking when I first use it. When it's been sitting in the bottle and such. If I clear the sprayer and spray say 4-5 sprays away from the car just into the air it sort of clears out that product that's been sitting in the stem. Then I go to applying it to the car and haven't had any streaking issues.

I always experienced streaking in the first panel I did which is that product that's been sitting in the sprayer stem. Just something I've found that works for me..I dilute it 1:1 with water.
 
ronkh57 said:
Nothing to apologize for at all.

I've got a thicker skin than that. Especially in reload threads.......... :D
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Cool.😎

Alright so I tested out the Reload... I'll be back in a bit to post about it. But I need to get back outside while I still have time to work.🏃🏻
 
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