CG Critics vis-a-vis Meguiars

**aztec1987** · 05-24-2017, 04:05 PM

Originally Posted by custmsprty

Blacklight and Pete's 53 a few years ago, great results, limited durability. I've moved on.

Few years back with V line polishing, wax, and Jetseal 109

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**Justin727** · 05-24-2017, 04:13 PM

Just a small handful of CG products I keep around. Their soaps aren't half bad. They use to have a lot of good polishes a few years ago.

But a lot of their polishes/glazes do overlap and do hardly nothing. They know how to market their products that's for darn sure even the bottles are getting nicer(at least the wrap).

**JustJesus** · 05-24-2017, 04:29 PM

Then there is SmartWax. From what I remember, SmartWax line was more consumer friendly. But I can't say for sure.

Years ago, before I got "into" detailing, I went to some open-house at the CG location and bought some SmartWax products and some MFs.

Early in my detailing life, I picked up some CG products, but have since moved on from them. Just my experience. Didn't care for their durability with the various products I've tried. The hex pads are good, but they're Buff & Shine (or were ?). Pet's 53 is also a pretty good wax.

When I started learning more about the Meguiar's line, it started to feel a bit like the CG thing. BUT, i don't think they're near the level of CG. Seems like CG has 3-4 degreasers/APCs, 30 paste waxes, 20 soaps. I'm not interested in counting the actual numbers. haha... maybe later if I get bored and curious.

Regardless of criticism, find something you like, and use it often (-Mike). I agree with that. If you (and/or your client) are happy with the results, then that's all that matters (put simply).

**idriveblackcars** · 05-24-2017, 04:39 PM

I still use Jetseal from time to time and topped with their Black wax I always find those to be an amazing combo. Still not as good as a coating though

**evo77** · 05-24-2017, 04:53 PM

So is Mastersons Wax a subsidiary of CG? I know that guy used to do all of CG videos and then disappeared. He definitely knows how to hype and market products, lol.

**JustJesus** · 05-24-2017, 04:56 PM

Judging by "Mastersons" comments on their YouTube videos, no. Looks like Greg went off and is doing his own thing now

**custmsprty** · 05-24-2017, 05:05 PM

Marketing is part of all companies sales strategy. As individuals some marketing strategies we may like, some we may not.
This forum is a part of AG's marketing strategy. Bob McKee bringing in Mike Phillips to run his training department and interact on this forum was part of Bob's marketing strategy. Bob taking Nick with him to market McKee's 37 and hiring Joe to run the detailing side of Mckee's 37 is another example. It's kind of like when we all anticipate the Superbowl commercials, some we may like, some we may not. I've tried quite a few of CG's products, some I liked, some I didn't. I've also tried many other companies products, some I liked some I didn't.

**Cruzscarwash** · 05-24-2017, 05:15 PM

CG does get a bad rap but I think it's self inflicted. They have over what now 500 YouTube videos, most covering the same thing over and over and many times conflicting each other. They have a product line that seems to straddle itself on use and intention or just confusing on which should be chosen. While they give that POP to the paint that we all want it doesn't last long, at least in my experience and many reviews online. So I can see it being perfect for the guy who touches his car way to much and doesn't let a product do its thing as it was made but more the always wiping just to wipe to look good at all times guy you see at shows and meets. Also have you noticed that EVERY product is on sale..always, like that store down the road that's "going out of business" but never goes out of business.

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**Route246** · 05-24-2017, 05:22 PM

Originally Posted by custmsprty

Marketing is part of all companies sales strategy. As individuals some marketing strategies we may like, some we may not.
This forum is a part of AG's marketing strategy. Bob McKee bringing in Mike Phillips to run his training department and interact on this forum was part of Bob's marketing strategy. Bob taking Nick with him to market McKee's 37 and hiring Joe to run the detailing side of Mckee's 37 is another example. It's kind of like when we all anticipate the Superbowl commercials, some we may like, some we may not. I've tried quite a few of CG's products, some I liked, some I didn't. I've also tried many other companies products, some I liked some I didn't.

This is an interesting comment. When I think about Collinite I think of the anti-marketing company. I don't think Collinite has a marketing strategy.

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**custmsprty** · 05-24-2017, 05:24 PM

Originally Posted by Cruzscarwash

CG does get a bad rap but I think it's self inflicted. They have over what now 500 YouTube videos, most covering the same thing over and over and many times conflicting each other. They have a product line that seems to straddle itself on use and intention or just confusing on which should be chosen. While they give that POP to the paint that we all want it doesn't last long, at least in my experience and many reviews online. So I can see it being perfect for the guy who touches his car way to much and doesn't let a product do its thing as it was made but more the always wiping just to wipe to look good at all times guy you see at shows and meets. Also have you noticed that EVERY product is on sale..always, like that store down the road that's "going out of business" but never goes out of business.

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I'm not sticking up for CG, so don't take this the wrong way, it's just a personal observation, but there are a lot of sales around here too. My inbox can attest to that.