Mckee's N-914 Rinseless Wash - Review

[Eldorado2k]

Alright I just mixed up my 1st batch of the new no frills, no nonsense, you wanted it, you got it rinseless wash in its purest form... Nicks-914, I mean Mckee's N-914 Here's my review.

McKee’s 37 N-914 Rinseless Wash

I diluted 1oz. into 2 gallons, tossed in 4 16x16" microfiber towels, gave it a quik swirl round the bucket and let it sit for a few min. while I handwashed a handfull of pads... Came back, sprayed real quik with the nozzle just to create light suds and began wiping down the truck, which I thought was fairly clean...

I guess it wasn't as clean as I had thought. [I couldn't help but think of those people who post vids trying to convince you they're about to demo on a dirty vehicle, yet magically pull up almost no dirt off a panel. Lol]

This is half the hood's worth of real deal dirt. This stuff felt good from the moment I wrung the 1st towel from the bucket. And it works effortlessly!

Other half of the hood.

I'm actually more impressed by this rinseless solution than I thought I would be. I think I had forgotten how pleasant rinseless washing actually is.. This was a breeze.

I was able to knock out the hood, fender, both passenger doors without the product drying out on me before going to dry. I liked that. Can't say enough about this N-914, it's solid in every way. Recommend it.




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[fly07sti]

Very cool. So how do you feel it compares to d114?

 

[Eldorado2k]

Very cool. So how do you feel it compares to d114?

Well tbo it's been quite a while since I mixed up a batch of actual rinseless wash with D114. I use it so much out of a spray bottle for odd ball stuff and the other main use is claylube... I want to say this is better, but it would only be right to mix up a 2 gallon batch of D114 tomorrow to note the actual differences. I'll do it. But this stuff made me open my eyes back up to rinseless washing just now... I've been strictly waterless or bucket for a while now, so that's saying alot.


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[WillSports3]

Is this rinseless wash streaky at all? Like do you need to really buff this stuff off or will drying it be good enough for a streak free shine?

 

[Eldorado2k]

Is this rinseless wash streaky at all? Like do you need to really buff this stuff off or will drying it be good enough for a streak free shine?

I've got another review coming up... The product I'll be reviewing does not know the meaning of streak. Streak what? Lol.


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[The Guz]

Nice review. This is the real deal. Great stuff from McKee's.

 

[fightnews]

Well tbo it's been quite a while since I mixed up a batch of actual rinseless wash with D114. I use it so much out of a spray bottle for odd ball stuff and the other main use is claylube... I want to say this is better, but it would only be right to mix up a 2 gallon batch of D114 tomorrow to note the actual differences. I'll do it. But this stuff made me open my eyes back up to rinseless washing just now... I've been strictly waterless or bucket for a while now, so that's saying alot.


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me too ive been meaning to try rinseless washing for a while now, i have the stuff. im looking for a smaller three gallon or so bucket with a lid so i can make a couple gallons and save it for the next wash

 

[Jeremy1976]

Nice review! I have some coming tomorrow from Nick along with a gallon of Fast Interior Detailer.

 

[Misterpaul]

Is this rinseless wash streaky at all? Like do you need to really buff this stuff off or will drying it be good enough for a streak free shine?

I washed my white ATS4 and a dark blue Corolla with the beta version and had no issues with streaking whatsoever. I dried the vehicles and did not have to go back and buff the finish like you sometimes have to do with the rinseless products containing carnauba.

 

[Kevin845]

I got to beta test this and loved it! Have used it several more times since and it keeps impressing. It cleans great and is streak free. My gallon arrived on Friday!

 

[BrutalNoodle]

Well tbo it's been quite a while since I mixed up a batch of actual rinseless wash with D114.
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The magic happens for me @ 1:128 for D114.

While it is recommended for heavily soiled situation, I preferred all my washing at this mixture. Somewhat 'slimy,' but boy does it clean like no one's business. The way the wash media glides over the surface and carves out a clean path is something else. Part of the reasons why I went through the stuff so quickly.

Going to do the same with N-914. I might not touch the 1:256 at all, if only out of curiosity. If it's anything like D114 (and looks like it does), I might not see much of the ratio.

 

[Eldorado2k]

The magic happens for me @ 1:128 for D114.

While it is recommended for heavily soiled situation, I preferred all my washing at this mixture. Somewhat 'slimy,' but boy does it clean like no one's business. The way the wash media glides over the surface and carves out a clean path is something else. Part of the reasons why I went through the stuff so quickly.

Going to do the same with N-914. I might not touch the 1:256 at all, if only out of curiosity. If it's anything like D114 (and looks like it does), I might not see much of the ratio.

Yea I know what you mean, I only ever use[d] D114@1:128 and never mixed up a batch @1:256 ever..

The 1 thing I'll miss is D114's scent. I can't recall what the Mckee's smells like right now.. I tried Mckee's High Foaming Car Wash today for the 1st time and it smells just like wintermint gum. Lol.


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[BrutalNoodle]

A very nice & mild scent, unlike most of Meg's sugary, candy-like offerings.

I've actually found another gallon tucked away while digging for D108. Must have picked it up from another sale and forgot about it.

Poor D114. Short-lived, but with a well-earned reputation. One helluva product.

You shall be missed.

 

[Eldorado2k]

Very cool. So how do you feel it compares to d114?

I just did a rinseless wash on 2 vehicles with D114

If you had me to take the Pepsi challenge, I wouldn't be able to tell you which 1 is which. They both work and feel identical, and that's a good thing.


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[osiapstndp]

If you had me to take the Pepsi challenge, I wouldn't be able to tell you which 1 is which. They both work and feel identical, and that's a good thing.

The only perceivable difference to me is the smell - McKee's has a harsh, acidic sort of scent and D114 has a old musky Kool-Aid scent. I can spray D114 all day long and will not suffer an I'll effect, but just one or two sprays of N-914 and my throat and eyes start burning like crazy. With that said, I'm going to continue to use both (I still have over three gallons of D114 concentrate left).

 

[Eldorado2k]

I think they both have a similar non offensive clean crisp light scent.


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[Klasse Act]

Great review Eldo, I too can't say enough about N914. I plan on using it this weekend on a 77' Celica Liftback that I'm doing a one-step on.

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[BrutalNoodle]

If you had me to take the Pepsi challenge...

Well I'm choosy, so I chose Jif.

Don't believe me? Let's ask Mikey.

If he doesn't remember, talk to Pepperidge Farm.

The only perceivable difference to me is the smell - McKee's has a harsh, acidic sort of scent and D114 has a old musky Kool-Aid scent. I can spray D114 all day long and will not suffer an I'll effect, but just one or two sprays of N-914 and my throat and eyes start burning like crazy. With that said, I'm going to continue to use both (I still have over three gallons of D114 concentrate left).

Bummer! I've found both to be quite pleasant to work with. ONR is the only rinseless that gets to me after a while.