Quick review of McKee's 37 Rinse Free Wash & Wax (and Waterless Wash)

[haris300]

Hey everybody. I was recently given the new McKee's 37 products to try out and share my thoughts on. For those who don't know, McKee's 37 is a newly introduced lineup from PBMG. There isn't too much info out yet, but here is what I've put together so far:

McKee's 37 consists of products that may sound familiar to you from the Detailer's Pro and Pinnacle XMT lineups. They still provide the same great performance and ease of use we're used to expecting from the previously mentioned brands, but with a few new improvements to some of the formulas. Some of the products, like the Jeweling Wax, are completely new products.

I don't have a list of the products that these are going to directly replace, so bare with me! I'm just making observations :). On a side note, I'm guessing the "37" refers to the total products that are going to be offered in the lineup. Bob McKee's "choice 37" in a sense. That's just baseless speculation on my part though.

Anyways on to the good stuff. I figured I'd start off simple and review the Rinseless Wash & Wax. I also used this opportunity to try out the Waterless Wash On The Go.

I chose my new Griot's Garage Microfiber Detailing Mitt for my wash media (love this thing).

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Now for the cleaning. The directions on the product label were clear and easy to follow. I added 1.5 ounces of product to 3 gallons of water in my rinseless wash bucket and allowed the mitt to soak for a few minutes. The product has a familiar banana smell. Very pleasant.

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The car wasn't too dirty so it was a perfect candidate for a rinseless wash.

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I worked my way around the car with my mitt, flipping sides and cleaning it out in my rinse bucket after every 2 panels.

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I used the Waterless Wash On The Go as a presoak on some of the dirtier parts of the car and it performed as I expected it to. The dirt became encapsulated in the product immediately. Cleaning was effortless.

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Waterless Wash On The Go worked well on the wheels too.

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Both products are very slick and left the paint looking fantastic. I dried using my Griot's Garage PFM Terry Weave Drying Towel. Drying was incredibly easy and left no streaking.

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It started getting late towards the end of the wash, but I managed to finish up with McKee's 37 Fast Wax. Easy on, easy off. No streaks and a great shine in a 5 minutes application. Pinnacle XMT Spray Wax was a hit for me and this appears to be the replacement for it.

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Well that was just a small tease of reviews to come. This weekend I'll hopefully be doing a correction and coating. Will definitely have something for you guys after that.

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Thanks for reading and a big thank you to Nick and the rest of AutoGeek for the opportunity.

[Marc08EX]

Amazing review and write-up as always Haris! I really enjoyed reading it because it shows every step of your wash and wax process. It's like I was there.

Amazing pictures too!

Keep up the good work and I'm looking forward to hearing your future McKee's 37 product reviews!

[Angus]

Very nicely done, Sir!! Thanks for sharing it.

[silverfox]

Where are you getting the new McKee products?

[Justin at Final Inspection]

Awesome review! Very detailed.

I too have a box of the new McKee's 37 products. Going to start testing this weekend.

[haris300]

Thank you guys! I received a big box of 31 products, so if my assumption that there will be 37 total products is correct, then there are still a few surprises that have yet to be unveiled :). According to Nick (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/new-car-care-products/98744-sneak-peek-mckee-s-37-new-product-line-cars-coffee-tech-session-tomorrow-3.html), there will be a McKee's 37 replacement for Pinnacle XMT 360 but with an improved formula. Good news for the many fans of 360!


Where are you getting the new McKee products?

Nick was kind enough to send the lineup my way :)


Awesome review! Very detailed.

I too have a box of the new McKee's 37 products. Going to start testing this weekend.

Sweet! Looking forward to hearing your thoughts on the lineup. I'm hoping to try out the polishes and coatings this weekend.

[Justin at Final Inspection]

Thank you guys! I received a big box of 31 products, so if my assumption that there will be 37 total products is correct, then there are still a few surprises that have yet to be unveiled :). According to Nick (http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/new-car-care-products/98744-sneak-peek-mckee-s-37-new-product-line-cars-coffee-tech-session-tomorrow-3.html), there will be a McKee's 37 replacement for Pinnacle XMT 360 but with an improved formula. Good news for the many fans of 360!



Nick was kind enough to send the lineup my way :)



Sweet! Looking forward to hearing your thoughts on the lineup. I'm hoping to try out the polishes and coatings this weekend.


Thanks. My next 3 weekends are booked solid with details so I hope to try out some of the cleaners etc. Anxious to try the coatings too. Looking forward to seeing more of your reviews!

[Priyaka]

Excellent review and pics. Can't wait until the lineup is available for purchase. Reviews so far look real good.

[parshooter]

Great review. Any reason you didn't use the spray wax as a drying aide?
Thanks

[Nick McKees37]

Awesome review Haris. :bowdown:

I especially love the shot with all the cool cars in the driveway / garage. Your house looks like it should be in "Fast & Furious"...S2000, Ferrari, 300ZX....*drool* ;)

Here's a little more information about the 3 McKee's 37 products you reviewed in this article:

1. McKee's 37 Rinse Free Wash & Wax - This is an all-new formula that replaces "Rinseless Wash & Gloss." It contains more synthetic wax protection than any other rinseless wash on the market. It is packed full of real carnauba wax, synthetic polymers, and UVA/UVB absorbers. This product is so "substantial" with protection that it could be the one and only product you use to keep your car clean, shiny and protected, assuming you use it weekly (who else on this forum goes longer than a week without washing their car anyway? ;) ).

2. McKee's 37 Waterless Wash On-The-Go - This is another all-new formula that replaces "Waterless Auto Wash." It is far more lubricious (try and say that 3 times in a row) than the DP product it replaces, and it's also much easier to wipe clean. A concentrated version will also be offered, one that is 3 times more concentrated than the DP product it replaces. :xyxthumbs:

3. McKee's 37 Fast Wax - If you liked Pinnacle XMT 360 Spray Wax, you'll love McKee's 37 Fast Wax. A few minor changes were made to the XMT formula for use in McKee's 37, namely a minor change in one component that requires less shaking before use (this product is packed full of wax, some of which would settle in the bottom of the bottle. This was necessary because McKee's 37 is in a black bottle, not clear like XMT). In my opinion, this change made the wax even easier to use than before.

Again, awesome review Haris. :applause:

[Setec Astronomy]

Here's a little more information about the 3 McKee's 37 products you reviewed in this article

I went to the store to look for these products--BUT THEY'RE NOT THERE! When are we going to be able to buy this stuff, Nick?

[Nick McKees37]

I went to the store to look for these products--BUT THEY'RE NOT THERE! When are we going to be able to buy this stuff, Nick?

6-12 months.

KIDDING!

McKee's 37 will be available to purchase early next week. ;)

[ScottH]

He said NEXT WEEK! NEXT WEEK!!!!!! :-) :-)

Can't wait!!

P.S. Nick unlike most of the DP and XMT products that were really marked down to move off the shelves, I see the DP Max Wax is still at regular price as if to suggest it's not going anywhere? Or maybe it's formulation is staying the same and getting the McKee branding? I am curious because that was intended to be my next purchase, so any insights would be appreciated.

ScottH

[Jaretr1]

Nice Review. I need to learn to take "action shots" for my reviews like you do.

Sweet car. Why can Honda make that again??

And I agree, XMT360 spray wax was a hit with me as well!

[Pats300zx]

Awesome review. Just got some as well. Looking forward to giving it if the weather cooperates.

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