Diluting Optimum Power Clean?

[newb001]

Quick question: when diluting OPC (purchased in the smaller 17oz size), do I just take those 17 ounces (assuming I'm diluting the whole thing) and mix it with 51 ounces of water, thereby creating a 3:1 ratio?

I just wasn't sure if the smaller size is already diluted as compared to buying a gallon.

Thanks!

[Dubbin1]

Thats how you would do it.

[Chris Thomas]

The 17 oz is full strength...not diluted.

[tchtax]

Hi guys

A question on dilution for OPC

What would be your ideal ratios for the following :-

1. Vinyl
2. Leather
3. Engine cleaning
4. Wheel cleaning
5. LPC removal/clay lubricant

Thanks guys

[WRAPT C5Z06]

Hi guys

A question on dilution for OPC

What would be your ideal ratios for the following :-

1. Vinyl
2. Leather
3. Engine cleaning
4. Wheel cleaning
5. LPC removal/clay lubricant

Thanks guys
3:1 or un-diluted for all.

Do not use OPC as a clay lubricant. Overall, 3:1 is an excellent ratio for everything. Un-diluted for reallyyyy soiled surfaces.

[Flannigan]

3:1 works for just about everything except for tires that are really nasty. I keep some mixed at 3:1 and also a little at 1:1 for the really tough jobs.

[BobbyG]

3:1 or un-diluted for all.

Do not use OPC as a clay lubricant. Overall, 3:1 is an excellent ratio for everything. Un-diluted for reallyyyy soiled surfaces.

I was wondering this myself...Thanks Mark!! :dblthumb2:

[WRAPT C5Z06]

I was wondering this myself...Thanks Mark!! :dblthumb2:
You got it my friend! :props:

For everyone, if 3:1 doesn't cut it, DO NOT be afraid to use it straight. It's just as safe as using it 3:1. If using on the interior, I would wipe down with a damp cloth after you initially wipe it, let dry, and apply a protectant. The only areas I would not use it on the car is glass and non-clearcoated paint. :dblthumb2:

[Flannigan]

You got it my friend! :props:

For everyone, if 3:1 doesn't cut it, DO NOT be afraid to use it straight. It's just as safe as using it 3:1. If using on the interior, I would wipe down with a damp cloth after you initially wipe it, let dry, and apply a protectant. The only areas I would not use it on the car is glass and non-clearcoated paint. :dblthumb2:
:iagree: One word of warning, and it's really with any interior cleaner on leather, don't spray it on leather and let it drip down the seat back. It will make drip marks that can be very hard to remove.

[WRAPT C5Z06]

:iagree: One word of warning, and it's really with *any interior cleaner on leather*, don't spray it on leather and let it drip down the seat back. It will make drip marks that can be very hard to remove.
Agreed.

[newb001]

To confirm, if using it as a 'pre-wash' on the lower panels (heavily soiled) try it at 3:1 first, then go 1:1 if needed? How long is ok to let it sit w/o removing LSP (or is it going to remove LSP no matter what)? And how about on opti-coat or CQuartz? I assume it wouldn't harm those at all? Thanks again for all the info.

[WRAPT C5Z06]

To confirm, if using it as a 'pre-wash' on the lower panels (heavily soiled) try it at 3:1 first, then go 1:1 if needed? How long is ok to let it sit w/o removing LSP (or is it going to remove LSP no matter what)? And how about on opti-coat or CQuartz? I assume it wouldn't harm those at all? Thanks again for all the info.
Do not use OPC on your paint if you want to maintain your LSP, it will remove it. Good question about opti-coat. I don't think it would remove it, but I'm not positive.

[Flannigan]

According to Chris at OPT NO chemical will remove Opti-Coat. It must be removed by sanding or polishing. I'm not sure if CQ is the same.

[Dubbin1]

Do not use OPC on your paint if you want to maintain your LSP, it will remove it. Good question about opti-coat. I don't think it would remove it, but I'm not positive.

Its LSP safe at 8:1 ;)

[WRAPT C5Z06]

Its LSP safe at 8:1 ;)
Whoa! I had no clue!