Carpro Reload question

[roarf]

Maybe this is a dumb question but I'll ask anyways. So, one of my cars gets parked for winter. I usually use the time that it's parked to do a thorough detail inside and out. Last winter I applied a coat of Cquartz to it for the first time (previously had been using Klasse sealant on it). The coating seems to still be doing its job very well but I'm wondering if I should do anything this winter to it to sort of refresh it, or if I should just leave well enough alone. How beneficial would going over it with Reload spray be in this scenario? They describe it like it's a spray sealant/wax, which makes me wonder if it forms its own layer on top of the coating that isn't as durable or has as good of hydrophobic properties. Does it actually combine with the existing coating and extend/refresh the properties of the coating? Not sure if what I'm asking makes any sense. Any help is appreciated. :help:

 

[Rsurfer]

Reload is a spray SIo2 sealant which is a great topper for CQuartz.

 

[The Guz]

Pulled this straight from CarPro's site. Should answer your questions on reload.

Reload packs the deep wet gloss, slickness, beading, and incredible dirt repellency, into a convenient, spray-on, wipe-off sealant! From the leader in automotive nano technology this formula was originally designed to maintain the protection and quality of CQuartz coatings. However CarPro Reload is no "one trick pony", and has proven itself as an industry leading stand-alone sealant! Durability of up to 6 months on daily drivers is not uncommon and better yet it stays glossy wash after wash! Reloads easy to use waterborne formula can be applied to all vehicle surfaces, wet or dry making it perfect for topping up your vehicles protection and shine in a jiffy!

Reload offers a slick, hydrophobic coat, which repels water like no other. Coupled with its ability to repel dirt & grime this leaves a long lasting, deep rich gloss! CarPro Reload is very easy to use and ideal for both enthusiast and professionals alike. Once applied Reload keeps your paint clean and glossy longer, makes washing the car easier, and allows you to dry it faster!

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Features:
•Extreme gloss that stays!
•Just waxed slickness that lasts
•Keeps surfaces cleaner longer
•Fast and easy
•Excellent for topping CQuartz
•Apply wet or dry
•Excellent on rubber and plastic trim
•Repels rain & grime

Directions:


•Apply in good ambient lighting
•Shake well
•Spray 2 sprays directly onto a microfiber towel or the paint and spread out left and right and then up and down over a 30" Sq. area
•Work it into the paint evenly until almost flashed away
•Switch to a fresh Crazy Pile towel and buff the area until no residue remains


Tips:
•Paint should be completely clean and free of oil, solvents, or wax before applying Reload
•Do not apply in direct sun
•In case of uneven areas do to improper application or applying too thick, wipe off Reload with Eraser or IPA immediately and re-apply.

 

[FrankS]

Reload is a spray SIo2 sealant which is a great topper for CQuartz.

:iagree:

 

[roarf]

Reload is a spray SIo2 sealant which is a great topper for CQuartz.

So it's a sealant that sits on top of the Cquartz? Is there really any benefit to that versus just leaving the coating as is? Correct me if I'm wrong but I would think the coating has better durability and hydrophobic properties without adding a spray sealant on top of it? Only asking since Reload is a Carpro product and they say it can be used on an already Cquartz coated car.

 

[Rsurfer]

So it's a sealant that sits on top of the Cquartz? Is there really any benefit to that versus just leaving the coating as is? Correct me if I'm wrong but I would think the coating has better durability and hydrophobic properties without adding a spray sealant on top of it? Only asking since Reload is a Carpro product and they say it can be used on an already Cquartz coated car.

As you probably know, CQuartz is kind of grabby and Reload is very slick. Other than slickness, a bit more gloss and being a sacrificial barrier, I see no benefits in using Reload over CQuartz.

 

[roarf]

As you probably know, CQuartz is kind of grabby and Reload is very slick. Other than slickness, a bit more gloss and being a sacrificial barrier, I see no benefits in using Reload over CQuartz.

Fair point, thanks for the feedback.

 

[The Guz]

Maybe this is a dumb question but I'll ask anyways. So, one of my cars gets parked for winter. I usually use the time that it's parked to do a thorough detail inside and out. Last winter I applied a coat of Cquartz to it for the first time (previously had been using Klasse sealant on it). The coating seems to still be doing its job very well but I'm wondering if I should do anything this winter to it to sort of refresh it, or if I should just leave well enough alone. How beneficial would going over it with Reload spray be in this scenario? They describe it like it's a spray sealant/wax, which makes me wonder if it forms its own layer on top of the coating that isn't as durable or has as good of hydrophobic properties. Does it actually combine with the existing coating and extend/refresh the properties of the coating? Not sure if what I'm asking makes any sense. Any help is appreciated. :help:

So it's a sealant that sits on top of the Cquartz? Is there really any benefit to that versus just leaving the coating as is? Correct me if I'm wrong but I would think the coating has better durability and hydrophobic properties without adding a spray sealant on top of it? Only asking since Reload is a Carpro product and they say it can be used on an already Cquartz coated car.

When you say your car will be parker are you referring to sitting in the garage all winter long or still used during winter but parked inside?

Think of Reload as becoming your sacrificial layer on top of cquartz. Reload contains some SiO2 in it that is similar to what is in the coating. As time goes by the coating like anything else degrades. Be it slower with a coating compared to a wax or sealant. So Reload acts as a "rejuvenator" for the coating. In theory depositing a thin layer of SiO2 to replenish what has been lost.

As previously stated most coatings are on the grabby side so a product like Reload adds that slickness characteristic that everyone likes. I will point out that the hydrophobic properties will be that of Reload until it wears off. Some like it and some don't. It is all personal preference.

If you don't want to use Reload then Ech20 is a good alternative. It can be mixed as a spray detailer that has some SiO2 in it. From experience not as much as what is in Reload. CarPro claims that Ech20 leaves SiO2 that lasts about 2 weeks. It leaves the surface slick and from experience it won't alter the hydrophobic properties of a coating. I tend to mix it at 1:20 and use it as a drying aid.

Hope this helps

 

[ChrisT]

My favorite product, hands down, is a quick detailer formulated from 1 (ECH2o): 3 (Reload): 15 water.

 

[roarf]

When you say your car will be parker are you referring to sitting in the garage all winter long or still used during winter but parked inside?

Think of Reload as becoming your sacrificial layer on top of cquartz. Reload contains some SiO2 in it that is similar to what is in the coating. As time goes by the coating like anything else degrades. Be it slower with a coating compared to a wax or sealant. So Reload acts as a "rejuvenator" for the coating. In theory depositing a thin layer of SiO2 to replenish what has been lost.

As previously stated most coatings are on the grabby side so a product like Reload adds that slickness characteristic that everyone likes. I will point out that the hydrophobic properties will be that of Reload until it wears off. Some like it and some don't. It is all personal preference.

If you don't want to use Reload then Ech20 is a good alternative. It can be mixed as a spray detailer that has some SiO2 in it. From experience not as much as what is in Reload. CarPro claims that Ech20 leaves SiO2 that lasts about 2 weeks. It leaves the surface slick and from experience it won't alter the hydrophobic properties of a coating. I tend to mix it at 1:20 and use it as a drying aid.

Hope this helps

It's sitting in the garage all winter long, which gives me plenty of time to do a thorough detail inside and out. Thanks for the explanation, that helps. Would you say the hydrophobic properties of Reload aren't as good as the Cquartz coating by itself? How long does a Reload application typically last? What ratio is everyone diluting it to (if at all)?

My favorite product, hands down, is a quick detailer formulated from 1 (ECH2o): 3 (Reload): 15 water.

Interesting idea. Thanks.

 

[The Guz]

It's sitting in the garage all winter long, which gives me plenty of time to do a thorough detail inside and out. Thanks for the explanation, that helps. Would you say the hydrophobic properties of Reload aren't as good as the Cquartz coating by itself? How long does a Reload application typically last? What ratio is everyone diluting it to (if at all)?

It's different between the two and both are good. It really is personal preference. If you like the way the car is now then leave it as is.

To answer your question on how long it will last well that is going to be different from person to person with various climate conditions. If your car sits in the garage then it will last longer than a car that is daily driven. If you read the description from carpro up above they claim up to 6 months.

I use it undiluted when I do use it.

You also have the other option that ChrisT posted.

 

[Rsurfer]

Since it's a garage queen, use Ech2o with a dash of Reload since your only cleaning dust. Maybe do a neat Reload after it's clean and then depending how much dust, do a waterless wash with Ech2o.

 

[roarf]

Just to be clear, I washed the car thoroughly before putting it away. So it is clean already, although there is probably just a bit of light dust on it by now since that was almost a month ago.

 

[SWETM]

I would do a waterless wash with Ech2o and leave it at that. Do it monthly and the added sio2 holds up the coating and you have a clean car sitting in the garage. The microfiber towels should be of great quality with the WW. If you really want that slickness do a mix of destilled water for Ech2o and reload. You could loose some of the beading and sheeting when you do this. A coating on it own is the best for this. And when the water beading and sheeting wears of in the end then you can rejuvenate it with reload.

Am I far of with this that a new coating applyied and up to 6 months on it's own has better water behavior than reload or Ech2o over it?

 

[Rsurfer]

I would do a waterless wash with Ech2o and leave it at that. Do it monthly and the added sio2 holds up the coating and you have a clean car sitting in the garage. The microfiber towels should be of great quality with the WW. If you really want that slickness do a mix of destilled water for Ech2o and reload. You could loose some of the beading and sheeting when you do this. A coating on it own is the best for this. And when the water beading and sheeting wears of in the end then you can rejuvenate it with reload.

Am I far of with this that a new coating applyied and up to 6 months on it's own has better water behavior than reload or Ech2o over it?

Both CQuartz and the new Gliss has a 110 degree water contact angle so the hydrophobic action should be at maximum.