Blackfire
06-25-2009, 03:38 PM
I received my shipment of Megs APC+, Glass Cleaner, and Shampoo yesterday. Today is the test.
For tires, wheels and wells, I'm using the APC+ at 4:1. Unfortunately, there's a cement mixing site near my wife's work and the wheel wells get coated with a slurry of cement residue left behind by the trucks coming and going.
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a265/mhudak/cement.jpg
After spraying the APC+ over the wells, I waited 2 minutes and brushed the solution in a circular motion. Rinsed with jet stream of water. I also scrubbed the tires and wheels to prep them for treatment.
No more visible cement stains!
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a265/mhudak/nomorecement.jpg
Washing.
I used one ounce of the Shampoo Plus per gallon of water. Since I'm using the Grit Guard, two gallons was a minimum fill. The shampoo has similar qualities of the Gold Class. It suds well, has plenty of lubricity and doesn't break down until rinsed away. Not to mention, it's economical!
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a265/mhudak/foamy.jpg
Glass.
I cleaned all glass, interior and exterior with Megs Glass Cleaner (10:1). Impressive! I keep a clean car so there isn't much dirt to remove but what I did notice is the Megs dries quickly after a wipe with the towel. Quick dry means less chance for streaking.
The exterior glass was then treated with Invisible Glass Rain Repellant.
Wheels.
I finally ordered some DP Wheel Paste. Very nice consistency, great flavor..I mean, scent..Easy to apply and buffs to a brilliant finish. I did learn something. Use the lid to carry it with you from wheel to wheel. It's much easier than carrying the entire container. :)
Tires.
The tires were treated with System One Licorice. It was a FREE sample I received from Autogeek so I decided to put it to use. It's ok. Dries very fast. It took two coats to achieve my desired luster. I prefer the DP Gloss Gel over the System One product. I can apply the DP and buff with a horsehair brush after 10 minutes and that's the luster I prefer.
A few shots of the final dress up.
The body finish is 3M Performance Finish and a layer of MaxWax. I just applied the MaxWax on Tuesday. A nice product that's super economical for the shine it returns. You can apply it as often as you like without going broke!
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a265/mhudak/rearfender.jpg
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a265/mhudak/frontfender.jpg
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a265/mhudak/sideview.jpg
Summary.
The Megs APC+, Glass Cleaner and Shampoo Plus are extremely good performers and a good value. A gallon of each will provide clean cars for me and my family for many months ahead. The APC+ and Glass Cleaner can also be used inside and outside the house.
The DP Wheel Paste is unlike paint polish. You can feel it cleaning the wheel, and it buffs to a very nice luster. I trust that it will prevent brake dust and other road contamination from adhering.
Thanks Autogeek for the quality products and the super fair price.:cheers:
For tires, wheels and wells, I'm using the APC+ at 4:1. Unfortunately, there's a cement mixing site near my wife's work and the wheel wells get coated with a slurry of cement residue left behind by the trucks coming and going.
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a265/mhudak/cement.jpg
After spraying the APC+ over the wells, I waited 2 minutes and brushed the solution in a circular motion. Rinsed with jet stream of water. I also scrubbed the tires and wheels to prep them for treatment.
No more visible cement stains!
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a265/mhudak/nomorecement.jpg
Washing.
I used one ounce of the Shampoo Plus per gallon of water. Since I'm using the Grit Guard, two gallons was a minimum fill. The shampoo has similar qualities of the Gold Class. It suds well, has plenty of lubricity and doesn't break down until rinsed away. Not to mention, it's economical!
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a265/mhudak/foamy.jpg
Glass.
I cleaned all glass, interior and exterior with Megs Glass Cleaner (10:1). Impressive! I keep a clean car so there isn't much dirt to remove but what I did notice is the Megs dries quickly after a wipe with the towel. Quick dry means less chance for streaking.
The exterior glass was then treated with Invisible Glass Rain Repellant.
Wheels.
I finally ordered some DP Wheel Paste. Very nice consistency, great flavor..I mean, scent..Easy to apply and buffs to a brilliant finish. I did learn something. Use the lid to carry it with you from wheel to wheel. It's much easier than carrying the entire container. :)
Tires.
The tires were treated with System One Licorice. It was a FREE sample I received from Autogeek so I decided to put it to use. It's ok. Dries very fast. It took two coats to achieve my desired luster. I prefer the DP Gloss Gel over the System One product. I can apply the DP and buff with a horsehair brush after 10 minutes and that's the luster I prefer.
A few shots of the final dress up.
The body finish is 3M Performance Finish and a layer of MaxWax. I just applied the MaxWax on Tuesday. A nice product that's super economical for the shine it returns. You can apply it as often as you like without going broke!
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a265/mhudak/rearfender.jpg
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a265/mhudak/frontfender.jpg
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a265/mhudak/sideview.jpg
Summary.
The Megs APC+, Glass Cleaner and Shampoo Plus are extremely good performers and a good value. A gallon of each will provide clean cars for me and my family for many months ahead. The APC+ and Glass Cleaner can also be used inside and outside the house.
The DP Wheel Paste is unlike paint polish. You can feel it cleaning the wheel, and it buffs to a very nice luster. I trust that it will prevent brake dust and other road contamination from adhering.
Thanks Autogeek for the quality products and the super fair price.:cheers: