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10-26-2010, 11:56 AM | #1 |
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Meguiar's vs Adam's
Yeach guys, like the little, which should I go for ?
Does Adam's products are that good to buy all them online or should I just go with Meguiar's in a shop in my town ? I know its a noob question Thanks!
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10-26-2010, 12:26 PM | #2 |
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adams all the way (i use meguiars clay though...)
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10-26-2010, 01:08 PM | #3 |
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IMO Megs>Adams all day long. Most economical when you buy the Megs professional line. $14 for a gallon of APC that dilutes 4 or 10 to 1... It's a no brainer. And Megs polishes (105/205) are also very well renowned.
I order Menzerna, Chemical Guys, and Megs online. www.detailedimage.com www.autogeek.net |
10-26-2010, 01:59 PM | #4 |
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I dont think you should put all your eggs in 1 basket. Adams does make good products but so do a lot of other companies. I like Adams wash, detail spray, glass cleaner, and all purpose cleaner. Chemical guys, 1z, Prima and others have very good products as well.
As for polish, i have tried Megs and Adams but i like Menzerna the best. Menz is definilty worth the money. I buy 95% of my detailing products from www.detailersdomain.com, because $8 flat rate shipping <$150 and free shipping >$150. And usually ship the same day. I know there is a coupon code for 10% off for this forum...Might be "NASIOC" |
10-26-2010, 04:30 PM | #5 |
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....this.
It really depends on what particular products you're looking for and your application/scenario. Having said that, companies like Adams, Meguiars, Zaino, Duragloss and Griots all have fairly well rounded lines of products that suit many folks who like acquiring their supplies from one source. |
10-26-2010, 04:48 PM | #6 |
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Im looking more for wash products, glass cleaner, all purpose cleaner and spray wax.
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10-26-2010, 05:21 PM | #7 |
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car soap and detail spray- Adam's
Glass cleaner- Adam's or Stoners APC- Simple green or P21s and as for spray wax, i dunno, ive never used it lol |
10-26-2010, 05:27 PM | #8 |
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10-26-2010, 06:15 PM | #9 |
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Wash. Optimium NO rinse
Glass- Adams glass APC- Adams APC or Chemical Guys Grime reaper Spray Wax: einszett (1z) |
10-26-2010, 07:10 PM | #10 |
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Plenty of old tools. Want to buy some new too like the Adam's JUMBO Professional Wash Pad, and some microfiber(dry, glass and all purpose) like on detailersdomain. The Gilmour Foamaster II Quart on detailersdomain is maybe also a good idea.
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10-26-2010, 08:57 PM | #11 |
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If your in Canada, you might want to check out eshine.ca as well. No customs!
I've ordered from them a couple times, and their microfibers are good quality and prices are reasonable. As for washes and stuff, some stuff is available at Canadian Tire. Stuff like Stoners Glass cleaner and megs clay bars/detailer. |
10-26-2010, 09:24 PM | #12 |
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....sounds like you have already done a little research and have an idea what you want. DD is a good source and probably work up a package for you if you ask. I agree with JTMH about the Meguiars APC and APC+ (I use them myself) but there are several other great ones available as well. As far as a spray wax, I would suggest giving Duragloss Aquawax a try. I use DI water these days and compressed/forced air to dry, but when I do dry traditionally (with a towel) I like using DG AW.
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10-27-2010, 12:23 AM | #13 |
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Ok thanks, but are the tools I mentionned are pretty good for washing, drying, etc. ?
Should I try the Gilmour Foamaster II Quart on detailersdomain or its not that good ? |
10-27-2010, 01:15 AM | #14 | |
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....I'm not familiar with the DD version but I do have a Foamaster from Autogeek. To be honest though, I simply don't use it that often (only for certain tasks). Personally, while I find it useful for some tasks, it's simply not one of those tools I find I can't do without during a typical wash. Some may disagree but unless you can think of a reason why you really want it, I would skip it for now and spend the $60 on other products/tools. You can always reassess and integrate it into your regimen at a later date if desired. If I were doing this professionally, I could see the use in presoaking customers cars but mine simply don't get that dirty very often (usually just dusty/loose debris). |
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10-27-2010, 08:53 PM | #15 |
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Thanks
Between the 1Z einszett Spray Wax and the Prima Hydro Spray Wax, which do you suggest me ? Almost the same price. |
10-27-2010, 08:53 PM | #16 |
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Double post sry
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10-27-2010, 10:15 PM | #17 | |
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I would suggest searching a detailing forum like Autopia. You're likely to gather several reviews from fellow members on that site. That's one of the reasons I've been a member for years there. ....to gather info on products, tools and techniques I might want to try myself. Just do a forum search using the product names. ....sorry I couldn't be more help. |
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10-29-2010, 01:09 PM | #18 | |
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If you are purely looking for a spray wax and are open to other things, an unbeatable local option is Duragloss Aquawax. Goes on SUPER easy, can act as a drying aid to break water tension, and is super slick and easy to use. |
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10-29-2010, 08:37 PM | #19 |
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Yeah, im now hesiting with this one and .....
I heard some good things about the Optimum Car Wax... Whats your thought ? |
10-29-2010, 08:43 PM | #20 |
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OCW and DG Aquawax are literally 2 of the best. You could probably find hours worth of opinion posts on the 2 and the truth is on both that they both easy to use, both look great, both are fine over a wax OR a sealant already on the car. BONUS: Both smell great. And in an absolute pinch, both will outlast almost every OTC wax(collinite and other DG sealants being the obvious exceptions)
If you were putting in an order anyway with say one of us vendors OCW or 1z would be a great choice. If you were planning on putting in an order for JUST a spray wax, you would be completely satisfied with Duragloss Aquawax and should save your self the cash on shipping. Hopefully that helps? Both are the "standard" in spray waxes. |
10-29-2010, 08:59 PM | #21 |
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Yea thanks, I will think about both tonight :P
And to go with it, what king of microfiber would be great ? A normal one like this one ? http://www.detailersdomain.com/uber-...bertowels.aspx Thanks ! I keep you updated |
10-29-2010, 09:29 PM | #22 |
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Yep any regular nap towel you have assuming its of paint safe quality will work - each person you talk to may like something a little longer or a little shorter. I personally like something with a little more nap, once the first couple spray have "primed" the towel it seems to go much faster around the car.
Let me know what you decide - we also carry OPT and 1z |
10-30-2010, 02:26 AM | #23 |
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I just ordered the Duragloss Aquawax with a plush Cobra Deluxe Jr. Microfiber Towel.
Can we use this spray wax when the car is dry ? |
10-30-2010, 02:36 AM | #24 |
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....yes, that won't be a problem. You can use on a dry surface as you would other quick detailers/waxes or an "as you dry" product (although I believe it was really intended as the latter). IIRC, the instructions on the bottle even mention both types of applications.
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10-31-2010, 05:54 PM | #25 |
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Detailer's Domain has everything you need..all the products that they carry are
legit.. |
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