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Re: Looking for a new Waterless Wash
Originally Posted by pheerix
1. Megs D115 - Generally good reviews. The price and dilution ratio is what's holding me back. Is it just as safe to use a lower ratio like 1:8 or 1:10?
Yes it is;
but it's still up to you to determine just how
dirty...is too dirty for you...to use a RW/WW.
Originally Posted by pheerix
3. UWW+ - Very popular but somehow to me the dilution ratio seems almost too low to be a safe waterless wash and effective cleaner?
IMO:
No need to worry about the dilution ratios
of this or other RW/WW products: They have
already been thoroughly tested and put through
the wringers by the formulators and the untold
numbers of end-users.
In fact, at least to me, UWW+'s dilution ratios seems
rather conservative when compared to D114's, which
I use it @ 1:128, and 1:256.
Bob
"Be wary of the man who urges an action in which he himself incurs no risk."
~Joaquin de Setanti
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Re: Looking for a new Waterless Wash
Opti-clean is my go-to waterless wash when it comes to cleaning and protection. The dilution can be adjusted for your liking since the 1:3 ratio is a bit strong for most scenarios. I usually use it at more of a 1:4-1:5 ratio and apply it with a wet microfiber to make it go even further. I use it for everything from WW to clay lube to interior cleaner/protectant. I don't feel that the other WWs that have higher recommended dilution ratios are as versatile nor offer as much protection. That said, if you are only using a WW on very light dirt and wanting a cheaper alternative, then I would go with UWW+. It was my go-to until I found Opti-Clean but, I still keep both on hand.
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Re: Looking for a new Waterless Wash
Originally Posted by ShaunD
Opti-clean is my go-to waterless wash when it comes to cleaning and protection. The dilution can be adjusted for your liking since the 1:3 ratio is a bit strong for most scenarios. I usually use it at more of a 1:4-1:5 ratio.
Well, that's pretty interesting.
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Re: Looking for a new Waterless Wash
UWW+ will always be a great produt, but I have switched my WW and RW over to Shine Supply Eco-Shine and it is fantatic. Cleans well, buffs off easy, and gives an increase in gloss.
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Re: Looking for a new Waterless Wash
I have both d115 and UWW on my shelves.... They both clean and shine great on a waxed or sealed car, but I'm gonna be going strictly with UWW from now on for its versatility, cost and none carnuba-ness look
2010 Candy White Volkswagen CC - 170k and counting DD
2006 DSOM C6 z06 - 22k miles
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Re: Looking for a new Waterless Wash
I personally have blackfire ww and D115. Honestly I can't tell you which one I like the best. Both perform very well, but when it comes down to cost, I'd have to give the upper hand to meguiars.
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Re: Looking for a new Waterless Wash
Originally Posted by ShaunD
Opti-clean is my go-to waterless wash when it comes to cleaning and protection. The dilution can be adjusted for your liking since the 1:3 ratio is a bit strong for most scenarios. I usually use it at more of a 1:4-1:5 ratio and apply it with a wet microfiber to make it go even further. I use it for everything from WW to clay lube to interior cleaner/protectant. I don't feel that the other WWs that have higher recommended dilution ratios are as versatile nor offer as much protection. That said, if you are only using a WW on very light dirt and wanting a cheaper alternative, then I would go with UWW+. It was my go-to until I found Opti-Clean but, I still keep both on hand.
I'll give 1:4 to 1:5 dilution a try. 1:3 is probably too strong plus I use a lot of product.
No one seems to use Pinnacle? The fact that it has carnuba appeals to me but doesn't seem widely used here on AG.
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Re: Looking for a new Waterless Wash
Originally Posted by pheerix
No one seems to use Pinnacle? The fact that it has carnuba appeals to me but doesn't seem widely used here on AG.
I don't think that's true: Pinnacle Waterless the New Champion? . The price has gone up since I started that thread.
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Re: Looking for a new Waterless Wash
Originally Posted by pheerix
3. I am looking for some protection left behind
so it saves having to apply a QD or LSP afterwards.
I'm sure you've heard that:
Meguiar's D114 "leaves nothing behind"...
Well...I've also noticed that it also:
'takes nothing away'---i.e.:
Takes nothing away
From the vehicle's LSP;
No need, afterwards:
For any QD.
Bob
"Be wary of the man who urges an action in which he himself incurs no risk."
~Joaquin de Setanti
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Re: Looking for a new Waterless Wash
Yea I've heard great things about D114. It certainly is the most economical choice. I feel like D115 would be even better since it's designed to be primarily a waterless wash and the slickness and glossary behind sound to be impressive for a standalone product. I think I'm leaning towards D115 right now.
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