Looking for the best AIO product!

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Looking for a AIO product that has the ability to cut well into swirls and some scratches with most minimal dusting and not create much micro marring and hazing.

I bought chemical guys All in one and i just don't like the results. I get better results just passing Menzerna 4500 and putting a wax on the cars, but maybe i am doing something wrong.

Right now i am looking at Menzerna 3 in 1 and Blackfire One Step and WolfGang uber All in one but not sure if there is better AIOs out there. Will be better if they have the gallon version, as i like getting gallon versions to save some money on the long run.
 
I heard of that one, but saw that they don't carry the gallon version. Is it really that good?
 
If AG carries it, i guess ill order it to test it out. I am going to add the menzerna one as mostly have menzerna products and i can't go wrong with them.
 
I need a drying aid as well, what's a good one that is good but i can save money by buying more of it?
 
I wouldn't buy by gallon just yet. Get small bottle first and see if it gets what you want done...

Ranking by level of cut or correction, if I recall...

1. Higher cut: HD Speed (stains trim and pads tho. And somewhat dusty)
2. Mid-range cut: McKee's 360 (doesn't stain trim and no dust)
3. Lower cut: SONAX Hybrid NPT Paint Cleaner (doesn't stain, no dust, produces high gloss)

I have and used all 3. I like #2 and #3 better than Speed (#1)

Tom
 
HardLineDetail said:
If AG carries it, i guess ill order it to test it out. I am going to add the menzerna one as mostly have menzerna products and i can't go wrong with them.
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I used Menz 3-n-1 before HD Speed, I hands down prefer Speed. Why, more user freindly, easy removal, lower cost, excellent results.
 
TMQ said:
I wouldn't buy by gallon just yet. Get small bottle first and see if it gets what you want done...

Ranking by level of cut or correction, if I recall...

1. Higher cut: HD Speed (stains trim and pads tho. And somewhat dusty)
2. Mid-range cut: McKee's 360 (doesn't stain trim and no dust)
3. Lower cut: SONAX Hybrid NPT Paint Cleaner (doesn't stain, no dust, produces high gloss)

I have and used all 3. I like #2 and #3 better than Speed (#1)

Tom
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Hey Tom,

Used Speed for the first time the other day and I really liked it. That being said, it is a little dusty but not bad. As far as the other two go
1. Which is your favorite
2. As far as the protection that is left behind, which beads/sheets water better.

I'm guessing that none of them last very long but they are great for doing a quick touch up on customer rides.
 
HD Speed hands down.

Long working time, no dusting, easy removal, and incredible results.

Oh, and it smells like grape soda. :)
 
I do like the no dusting and no trim staining but i can always just tape down trims. I am more of wanting a stronger cut and to finish faster than the rest though. I don't like that it stains the pads though.
 
I've used HD Speed, Chemical Guys V4, McKees 360, and Meguiars D166. Did not like V4...traded it away. As far as the other three.....360 had the longest protection, D166 had the best cut, and Speed left the slickest, most glossy finish. All three were very easy to use....but I'd rate Speed the easiest. You can't go wrong with any of them. If you're interested in a trade, I'll swap you a four once bottle of the new Blackfire AIO for some microfiber.
 
I think briarpatch hit it on the head...

They're all good stuff. Thats why you should get small bottles at first to find your fav polish.

Just got a bottle of the new Blackfire AIO and just waiting to try out. I am also eyeing the D166 as well.

Had the hots for HD speed for long time but it is really dropping down to bottom of my list. Got tired of taping---took way too long. In addition---many good stuff available that don't require taping.

Gut feeling is that the McKee's, SONAX and D166 will become my go to in near future...

Tom
 
TMQ said:
Just got a bottle of the new Blackfire AIO and just waiting to try out.

Tom
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I’d be interested in hearing how you like it once you’ve had the chance to try it. Considering that it is a 1/3 more expensive.
 
Disclosure - I stepped away from detailing and recently starting getting back into it. My go to AIO a few years back was Optimum Poli-seal. Not much cut but a super easy going cleaner polish that finished very nice. No dusting, good working time and cleaned up nicely. I recently tried HD speed and was equally impressed. I think HD speed does a little better with swirls but it's not a swirl killer. I suspect some fillers too. Durability from a sealant perspective I am not sure of. 2-3 months maybe?I did HD speed on my newly delivered balck GTI that had dealer swirls and I got most of it cleaned up with one pass using polishing pads. I'd say 85-90% of light swirls are no longer visible.

Although i haven't tried it, I think the Griots version AIO is worth a shot too. Might have more cut. I saw a comparo on YT that had Griots AIO beating HD speed.
 
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