Let's talk QDs

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Bill87GN

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Just curious as to what is so special about them. What do they contain that makes them better than a spray bottle with water? Is there really a difference between the different ones?

Which one do you guys prefer. Lately I have used Z7 and the Meguires one. I like both of them but am leaning towards the Megs one.

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Quick Detailers, Instant Detailers...etc...contain lubicating agents and film forming agents that are used to safely lift and remove minor dust and then leave behind a short term high gloss shine.



They are much more than water...and yes there are differences between various companies formulations. Can you guess which one I like best?
 
Mr. Chemist said:
Quick Detailers, Instant Detailers...etc...contain lubicating agents and film forming agents that are used to safely lift and remove minor dust and then leave behind a short term high gloss shine.



They are much more than water...and yes there are differences between various companies formulations. Can you guess which one I like best?
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I am going to guess Showtime!! Also my favorite bang for the buck QD! I only QD when the paint is perfectly clean, but showtime certainly adds a lot of gloss and depth to the paint(for a QD).
 
Yep, what Mr. Chemist said :xyxthumbs



It's sorta surprising how much protection some QDs leave behind, too. As in, you use them to clean off a bird bomb and after the next wash the area in question beads better than the rest of the vehicle. But generally, I go with them for the lubrication. And for removing polish residue (especially if it's really stuck on there), the solvent-action of a QD works a lot better than the solvent-action of plain water.
 
Ahh yes, the slippery factor. That's what does it for me with QDs. I've been using Showtime lately and I must say it is really slippery and does seem to add a really nice shine.



I recently picked up a 20oz bottle for $4.99 and for something so cheap, it's been doing wonders for me. Also, it seems to be a little "thinner" than Meg's FI and it's easier to use for me. :nixweiss
 
I'm not sure exactly what QDs consist of, but I really like how slick Quikshine makes the paint and how it removes drying streaks. :xyxthumbs
 
I too love Quickshine. My favorite still is Z7.



Not sure if it is a traditional QD even though it is labeled partly as one but I love Poorboys Spray and Wipe. I wonder how I did without it for so long.
 
I do think that thier is a conspiracy between Mothers and Wrigley's. Every time I use Showtime, I end up with this urge to find a pack of Big Red gum. Oh btw, the stuff does ad shine and slickness.:lol
 
DetailGirl said:
I too love Quickshine. My favorite still is Z7.



Not sure if it is a traditional QD even though it is labeled partly as one but I love Poorboys Spray and Wipe. I wonder how I did without it for so long.
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I'm still uncertain about this: how does QEW mixed in a spray bottle compare to S&W? If it's close enough the QEW would be a lot more economical.
 
Bill D said:
I'm still uncertain about this: how does QEW mixed in a spray bottle compare to S&W? If it's close enough the QEW would be a lot more economical.
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I thought about this the other day too. Not yet curious enough to try a capful of QEW w/ 32oz of water yet, but curious.
 
I've tried it, the best way I can describe it is like water with "extra cleaning abilities". Now how is S&W? I'm imagining like something in between this and FI? :nixweiss
 
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