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      07-31-2013, 09:51 AM   #1
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Best Quick Detail?

Looking for what you guys are using for in between car washes.

Thinking about this:

http://www.autopia-carcare.com/auto-finesse-finale.html
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      07-31-2013, 12:25 PM   #2
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I would say there isn't a best out there but what are your major concerns looks, removing dust/removing bird crap, durability?

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      07-31-2013, 12:33 PM   #3
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I would say there isn't a best out there but what are your major concerns looks, removing dust/removing bird crap, durability?

Phil
Phil, I was going to use the AF citrus power for bugs and tar. So looking for something for looks and dust. Been using Griots speed shine. Now looking for something better.
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sure thing we have the citrus 5 liters in stock and the finale.

they are nice products.
Auto Finesse Citrus 5 Liter Refill
Auto Finesse Finale

You can also try the

Sonax Brilliant Shine Detailer
Adam's Detail Spray

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      07-31-2013, 03:02 PM   #5
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sure thing we have the citrus 5 liters in stock and the finale.

they are nice products.
Auto Finesse Citrus 5 Liter Refill
Auto Finesse Finale

You can also try the

Sonax Brilliant Shine Detailer
Adam's Detail Spray

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Phil,

Willing to match autopia 15% off and free shipping special today?

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      07-31-2013, 03:11 PM   #6
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Adams v2 detail spray, auto finesse finale, optimum car wax (use it now and damn it's good), meguiars ultimate quik wax, dodo juice red mist, sonax brilliant shine, chemical guys synthetic detailer and I've heard good things about their p40. These are all the main mentioned ones or ones I've researched and would actually use. Ps you'll love citrus power
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      07-31-2013, 05:26 PM   #7
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I would use quick detailer as a drying agent after a wash to dry, detail, and boost the wax or sealant that you have.

Right now I am using Chemical Guys Hybrid V7 as my drying agent/ quick detailer so my sealant lasts longer and it boosts the shine/ gloss so after the wash the car looks like it was just detailed

What I would use either between washes or as a wash itself is a waterless wash as they generally have more lubricants in them so as to not scratch the finish and they have sealants/ waxes to give it a great shine.

Meguiars seems to work really nice as a waterless wash/ quick detailer.

Im using Chemical Guys Eco Wash as my in between wash/ spot cleaner/ regular wash... I bring a bottle filled in a bug sprayer with a bunch of thick plush microfiber towels so I can take 30 minutes to give the car a quick wash after long road trips.
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I like Optimum No Rinse (ONR) due to its versatility.

If you want to wash your car, get two buckets and a sponge, its a lot safer than just using a spray and a MF towel. More liquid=more lubrication=less chance of maring your paint.

You can use some in a spray bottle too as a quick detailer. Works great as a drying aid too, helps reduces water spots.
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      08-04-2013, 03:30 AM   #9
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IMHO, i rather do a quick rinse vs. use quick detailer to clean the car.

Rinse and ride to 65mph to dry. Then come back to clean up rest of the water.
Apply quick detailer and call it a Noche.
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