Meg's new teck...

[supercharged]

Originally Posted by SanAndreas

I’m wondering why you say it’s junk. To me a lot of QD’s are pretty much the same.

That's because you haven't been spoiled by high quality QD+. Try some Pinnacle Crystal Mist, Wolfgang Spritz, DP, ClearKote Quickshine, and you will understand what I'm talking about...Meguiar's quick detailer offers same durability as plain water...In fact it's scented water with a scoop of alcohol in it...and they charge so much for it...Believe me, Optimum No Rinse or DP 4-in-1 will make you a better QD, cheaper too...
New Meguiar's Ultimate QD is quite nice though...finally some improvement from them.

[AaronRaySmith]

Supercharged...

Because of your quote above with the Meg's QD, and my belief that this forum is very legit and educated - I am not going to purchase anymore from Meg's line (unless it's the Glaze professional line or maybe at some point their new QD you gave props to) but paying for packaging and overhead isn't my idea of quality... I had no idea it was just water and alcohol - BUT, it makes sense now that I think about it.

[SanAndreas]

I have Wolfgang Spritz right now. But I don’t think I’ve ever used it on anything but paint in good condition with a good coat of sealant already on it. Maybe there’s just not a noticeable difference if the paint is already pristine.

Spritz and Meg’s QD both leave the surface slicker. Maybe the thing to do is try half a hood with each after washing and see if either has much slickness after the next wash and any other differences. I’ll be the first to criticize Meguiar’s but there’s got to be more than water, alcohol and perfume in QD.

You are right about DP being cheaper.

[101impala]

Just so everyone is on the same page here. Are you guys talking about Meguiars regular QD or are you talking about Meguiars Ultimate QD?

Andy
101impala

[supercharged]

Meguiar's was the first to introduce quick detailer, and I think this is their original formula, obviously not the best. I found Final Inspection to offer easier application (better slickness), or Last touch detailer cut with water 1:1. I do like the sprayer though, it creater really fine mist...

[101impala]

I have used both. The regular or original QD, I only use for claying as lubricant. I do like the new Ultimate QD, as it does offer a little protection, and you will notice a difference in gloss enhancement. The UQD is not really suited for claying as it is slicker and does cost more than regular QD.

Andy
101impala

[AaronRaySmith]

I was referring to the new NXT, or Ultimate QD Meg's offers.

I have used the regular red bottle QD for years, and love the super fine mist it gives.

As for claying, is there a reason why using something slicker isn't better, would that be so the clay can grab better? What is the difference in a spray that would be optimal for strictly claying, rather than a detail mist?

[Mike T]

Originally Posted by AaronRaySmith

I was referring to the new NXT, or Ultimate QD Meg's offers.

I have used the regular red bottle QD for years, and love the super fine mist it gives.

As for claying, is there a reason why using something slicker isn't better, would that be so the clay can grab better?

Correct. YOu want the clay to be able to grab at the surface. embedded contaminates can be difficult to remove, especially if there is to much lubrication involved.

[AaronRaySmith]

Oh, OK Mike... never realized that - wow, thanks bro. Oh, and I haven't forgotten about your write-up, ugh - I hate making you wait, but I'm off to work again right now... soon my friend!