Need help in picking a QD.

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brig2221

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Just a little background. I have a black car that that I use Opti-Seal as a base coat on, and then top it off with Souveran Paste Wax. I really like the look and durability that I get with both.



That said, I am in the market for a QD. I am not looking for a spray wax or a wax booster. I have no problem re-waxing my car when necessary. All I am looking for in a QD are two things.



First, I would like for the QD to really apply a nice slickness to the paint. Second, I would like for the QD to be a good cleaner in as far as using it to pick up some light dust, water spots, or bird droppings without fear of scratching the paint.



If the QD also leaves a great shine behind too, then great. That said, I plan on having a great shine anway with my Opti-Seal and Souveran, so I am really most interested in the QD's ability to add slickness to the paint and for it to be able to clean well.



So, what QD's do you think best match what I am looking for? All comments are greatly appreciated!
 
I've always wanted to know, what exactly is the ONR QD ratio? I have seen it once like 6 caps to a gallon, but a gallon of water doesn't fit into a spray bottle. Does anyone have like a QD ratio for ONR in ounces, like 10:1 or the like, again, in ounces?



I see that a lot of people like Quickshine. Does it have any cleaning properties at all?
 
my votes go to the ONR QD and also Duragloss FC&S. FC&S tends to leave a better shine and never streaks...sometimes the ONR mix will streak if i accidentally mix it too strong.



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All those suggestions are great. I'll add prima slick to the list

Great cleaning, some protection and incredible slickness
 
brig2221 said:
I've always wanted to know, what exactly is the ONR QD ratio? I have seen it once like 6 caps to a gallon, but a gallon of water doesn't fit into a spray bottle. Does anyone have like a QD ratio for ONR in ounces, like 10:1 or the like, again, in ounces?



I see that a lot of people like Quickshine. Does it have any cleaning properties at all?
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Just do quick math...



6 caps : gallon

6 caps : 128 oz

3 caps : 64 oz

1.5 caps :32 oz

0.75 cap : 16 oz
 
brig2221 said:
I am in the market for a QD. I am not looking for a spray wax or a wax booster. I have no problem re-waxing my car when necessary. All I am looking for in a QD are two things.



First, I would like for the QD to really apply a nice slickness to the paint. Second, I would like for the QD to be a good cleaner in as far as using it to pick up some light dust, water spots, or bird droppings without fear of scratching the paint.



If the QD also leaves a great shine behind too, then great. That said, I plan on having a great shine anway with my Opti-Seal and Souveran, so I am really most interested in the QD's ability to add slickness to the paint and for it to be able to clean well.



So, what QD's do you think best match what I am looking for? All comments are greatly appreciated!
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I think FK 425 would fit your criteria. Its very easy to use, leaves a slick, shiney surface, is reasonably priced, and cleans pretty well. PM me if you want a little bit to try.
 
I'm also looking for a QD to use w/ Collinite. I don't have access to water to use a hose to wash my car every week. I used to use Merguire's QD & Mothers FX spray wax.



Since I use Collinite, the unique beading property from Collinite will be lost if I use the QD & spray wax. Wiping the car w/ water only does not seem to clean it well.



Which QD and/or wax booster can retain the Collinite properties (non-stick & repel water & dust...)



Thanks.
 
Of the QD's I have used that fit your need.



Zaino Z6 is great

FK 425 is also very good choice.



ONR QD strength would be great too. I use it as a fantastic clay lube.
 
Another vote for the ONR QD, it is very economical, great cleaning ability, and a very good clay lube. I use 2 capfuls in a 32 oz. sprayer.



My favorite QD is definately Duragloss FC&S. By far the best OTC QD I have ever used.



I have to admit that I am not a big QD user, other than bird bomb removal. If I use a product after a wash, it is generally Aquawax.
 
Meguiares New Ultimate Detail gets my vote. A little costly. But it does the job exactly like you want. Clean and good looks. Slick as butter.
 
kapinnn said:
Just do quick math...



6 caps : gallon

6 caps : 128 oz

3 caps : 64 oz

1.5 caps :32 oz

0.75 cap : 16 oz
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thats good now replace the word cap with ounces, as it's 6 ounces to a gallon not 6 caps (each cap is half an ounce)

But for a cheap QD ONR is the best. and as far as mixing a gallon at a time, just buy a gallon of distilled water, pour 5-6 ounces out, replace with ONR. Voila
 
codiddy said:
thats good now replace the word cap with ounces, as it's 6 ounces to a gallon not 6 caps (each cap is half an ounce)

But for a cheap QD ONR is the best. and as far as mixing a gallon at a time, just buy a gallon of distilled water, pour 5-6 ounces out, replace with ONR. Voila
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I will have to agree that just mixing up a gallon to begin with is a better idea. Because ONR as a QD is so cheap, you tend to go through a 32 oz bottle fairly quickly so having a gallon on hand is quicker and easier.
 
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