Shane731
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OK, this is a quick review comparing Optimum Opti-Clean versus Ultima Waterless Wash. I used our white 2000 Honda Odyssey as my test subject - mainly because it was moderately dirty, it was in the garage (where it was fairly warm), and the only other car in the garage was only slightly dusty. My car is the only dark car of the bunch, and from the looks of things, it might be a while before it sees a wash of any sort. Hopefully that isn't the case, but one never knows in winter. Anyway, here goes.
Here's a few befores trying to capture the amount of dirt present on the paint. I think what's on there is about a week and a half or so old, and is from driving from Knoxville to Franklin, TN (~400 miles round trip), with some of that driving in the rain. There is a coat of UPP on there I applied some time ago, but since the van is garaged all the time and doesn't get driven much, that coat of sealant has not deteriorated much at all.
finish is in pretty good shape - just some RIDS and light swirls here and there
Quick video:
[video=youtube_share;nTO7LEoc1SQ] - Optimum Opti-Clean vs. Ultima Waterless Wash[/video]
Pardon the quality - I used the video option on my point and shoot. No microphone on my camera (who knows why), and I find it rather difficult to shoot video while demonstrating at the same time. Anyway, in conclusion, I found that both cut through the light dirt (mainly the stuff above the black trim piece in the middle of the door) about the same, with the Ultima perhaps being a mite easier. On the heavier stuff (below the trim piece), the winner without a doubt was Ultima. The towel kinda dragged with Opti-Clean, whereas it glided with ease using Ultima. The Ultima in a way seemed to encapsulate the dirt better as well, meaning it picked it up easier. It was also a touch slicker, IMO. Looks wise, both were pretty much the same. I did finish cleaning the van with Opti-Clean, just because I have more of it (I bought the concentrate). So, in conclusion, if you can't decide which one to go with, go with the Ultima. You won't be disappointed. :dblthumb2:
Here's a few befores trying to capture the amount of dirt present on the paint. I think what's on there is about a week and a half or so old, and is from driving from Knoxville to Franklin, TN (~400 miles round trip), with some of that driving in the rain. There is a coat of UPP on there I applied some time ago, but since the van is garaged all the time and doesn't get driven much, that coat of sealant has not deteriorated much at all.
finish is in pretty good shape - just some RIDS and light swirls here and there
Quick video:
[video=youtube_share;nTO7LEoc1SQ] - Optimum Opti-Clean vs. Ultima Waterless Wash[/video]
Pardon the quality - I used the video option on my point and shoot. No microphone on my camera (who knows why), and I find it rather difficult to shoot video while demonstrating at the same time. Anyway, in conclusion, I found that both cut through the light dirt (mainly the stuff above the black trim piece in the middle of the door) about the same, with the Ultima perhaps being a mite easier. On the heavier stuff (below the trim piece), the winner without a doubt was Ultima. The towel kinda dragged with Opti-Clean, whereas it glided with ease using Ultima. The Ultima in a way seemed to encapsulate the dirt better as well, meaning it picked it up easier. It was also a touch slicker, IMO. Looks wise, both were pretty much the same. I did finish cleaning the van with Opti-Clean, just because I have more of it (I bought the concentrate). So, in conclusion, if you can't decide which one to go with, go with the Ultima. You won't be disappointed. :dblthumb2:
