Sealant showdown

[The Guz]

You mention that D114 is used to wash the panel. What dilution are you using?

Not surprised at all by cancoat. It is a strong performer. The coating characteristics are really nice with it.

[Cruzscarwash]

You mention that D114 is used to wash the panel. What dilution are you using?

Not surprised at all by cancoat. It is a strong performer. The coating characteristics are really nice with it.

I think I'm going to use reset and try it again, I thought I remembered someone saying d114 took away LSP characteristics somewhere on the interwebs

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[The Guz]

I think I'm going to use reset and try it again, I thought I remembered someone saying d114 took away LSP characteristics somewhere on the interwebs

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At a strong dilution ratio it has the potential to degrade or strip a wax.

[Eldorado2k]

I think I'm going to use reset and try it again, I thought I remembered someone saying d114 took away LSP characteristics somewhere on the interwebs

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At a strong dilution ratio it has the potential to degrade or strip a wax.

No no. This has been clarified before...

N914 is not capable of stripping any wax or sealant.

At the 1:8 ratio it is designed to remove all polishing oils/residue/fillers off the paint. (From polishing)

The 1:8 ratio is not ideal for waterless wash, however even if used it will not strip your lsp.

N914 Tip : 1:8 mixture makes a killer wheel/tire cleaner!

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[minerigger]

He used D114, not N914. I am very curious to the results of this as I did just purchase a few of these

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[Eldorado2k]

He used D114, not N914. I am very curious to the results of this as I did just purchase a few of these

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They work the exact same way... N-914 is a clone of D114.

[minerigger]

Well I'll just hush my mouth then, thank you for the tidbit as j do not know that.

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[Eldorado2k]

Well I'll just hush my mouth then, thank you for the tidbit as j do not know that.

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[The Guz]

No no. This has been clarified before...

Stoops mentions it right here

At strong dilution ratios (like 15:1 and stronger) D114 will strip wax, but at the recommended ratios it's totally safe. If you're looking for a waterless wash to use during the winter months and are concerned about having some protection on the paint, you should probably use D115 Rinse Free Express Wash & Wax instead. At dilution ratios of 4:1 or 8:1 it does an outstanding job of cleaning (either as a waterless or rinseless wash) and it leaves some very nice polymer wax protection on the finish. Super easy to use, wipes off streak free, and is crazy slick.

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On July 23rd, 2013
jvs1991 asked:


"Mike,

Will the 15:1 dilution affect wax? I know in one thread about d114 you mentioned in a strong enough dilution it could strip wax. I have been using it at 1oz to 31oz of water in a sprayer to remove bird bombs, clean wheels, and remove compounding residue for a while now but was just wondering if you guys have a recommended dilution to help aid in wax removal?"

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Michael Stoops answered:
On Jul 24th, 2013 06:56 AM


"At a very strong dilution ratio, yes, it can strip wax.
But we're talking like 4:1 or thereabouts.

We recommend 256:1 dilution ratio for rinseless washing (128:1 for really dirty cars) so you probably don't need the 31:1 ratio you're using for bird bombs and wheel cleaning.

15:1 will remove residual compound and polish residue but those are much easier to remove than waxes and sealants."


Michael Stoops
Internet Technical Specialist | Meguiar's Inc.
(800) 854-8073 xt 3875
mstoops@meguiars.com

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Also N914 is not a direct clone of D114. That is speaking from experience in using both. They are similar though.

[DogRescuer]

Nice work sircruz, didn't want to squeeze C845 in there?