Ok im very close to becomming a dealer for Adam's polishes. I like there products alot and love the ease of use, but ive been reading here that he dosent make his own products? His claim is that he designed and made his own formulas, ive been reading here and it seams to me like some say he sources his products from outside sources that sell them cheeper then him. Most recently ive heard the name CG, also ive read that his in and out spray is also a relabled product. Can any one give me the truth to any of this, hes a great guy and an excelent bussiness man, customer service over there is also great, there prices are some time's high. I would just like the truth and some facts to back it up.
Please the real story on Adam's
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SpoiledMan
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Why don't you pay his plant a visit. I'm sure that would answer all of your questions.
03COBRA
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He designs most of his products, but they appear to be variations on CG products. Atleast that's what I have determined.
But like Spoiledman said, make a visit and that may answer more questions than we can!
But like Spoiledman said, make a visit and that may answer more questions than we can!
Todd@RUPES
Just a regular guy
BlwnSaleen said:
I don't know the truth, I only have my opinions what I have heard... but you tell me..
Go to Instafinish which is a distributor for CG (Warner Chemical) in Australia. Then go to adams polishes. Look at the logo of their hotrod on both sites, identical. Also, instafinish used the same hotrod on there labels until recently. It should further be noted that instafinish does NOT deny the relationship between Warner Chemical and themselves..
Also, Instafinish, CG, and Adams all have similarly named products such as Buttery Wax, Buttery Wet Wax, Butter Wax (depending on the seller). I should also note that in my personal experience Adam's Butter Wax smells the same/looks the same/feels the same/removes the same/leaves the same gloss/smells the same as CG's Butter Wax.
The In and Out Detail Spray was also identical in use/scent/slickness/ect as CG's detail spray.
Lastly, before they updated their site, Adam's product descriptions where identical to CG's.
SpoiledMan said:
Well I don’t have the liberty of doing that, like your self. Im from Massachusetts, so I don’t see that as an option in the near future, but if I do become a dealer, going to his facility was an option for training. So assuming that you weren’t joking, he does have a plant meaning he manufactures his own product? Im just looking for serious answer's before I make a substantial investment, any knowledge you have about his products would be most appreciated. Thanks Colby
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BlwnSaleen said:
I've only been to his store front/warehouse and don't know if there is/isn't a plant or not. If I were going to sink my money in something like that though the plane ticket to and from to check it out would be trivial to me.
Todd@RUPES
Just a regular guy
BlwnSaleen said:
No the prices are much cheaper from CG. Yes I have tried to confront them on another forum and they tried to have me banned. For asking a question!
Also on digitalcorvette.com, Adam's became a sponsor and outlawed the word Zaino. I know of a couple posters on that site that are members here and they will verify what I am saying. Adam's marketing seems to sponser forums and ban people who question them. At first Zaino couldn't be used(it would show up as profanity), then they would delete the threads for using the word Zaino, then they just started banning. One of the old mods from there admitted that this was done because of Adam's and how much they where paying to be a sponsor.
Another example is that at a very big Corvetteshow, several car care compaines booths where bought out from underneath them. Who bought them? Adam's.....
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BlwnSaleen said:
Price a ticket and add it to the cost of doing business. You can write it off if you buy in and it will be money well spent if you don't buy in.
TH0001 said:
I also heard that, but i am a member of Digital Corvettes and Zaino can now be spoken about over there, if your speaking about Corvettes at Carlise, there were quite a few detailers there, Meguires, Adam's to name a few. Also not to defend Adam i personaly watched him invite the Meguires crew to his after party. He seams to be a very nice guy and a great bussiness man. I would just like the truth to as where this stuff is comming from, I am about 98% sold on becoming a dealer for him.
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A little off topic, but I want to know if any fellow SoCal folks knows the answer to this.
Every now and then, my wife and I go to the Orange County "swap meet" at the OC fairgrounds. Every time I've been there, I see an Adam's booth. I was just wondering if this was actually Adam's that was selling or just an authorized distributor/reseller of Adam's?
Every now and then, my wife and I go to the Orange County "swap meet" at the OC fairgrounds. Every time I've been there, I see an Adam's booth. I was just wondering if this was actually Adam's that was selling or just an authorized distributor/reseller of Adam's?
Todd@RUPES
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BlwnSaleen said:
Spend the money to re-label your own products from Chemical Guys and call it Eve's Polishes IMO...
The proof is out there. Zaino can now be spoken about on DC? Maybe sometimes, but I know forum member GMBlack3a had a post deleted for no reason a couple weeks ago. Also, if you know Zaino can NOW be spoken about, what about in the past? You don't find anything wrong with this type of marketing?
How about you save some money and buy CG's products and compare them to the Adam's. See if they are not the same exact product. If you are comfortable selling over priced, relabled products, then go for it. Just know who you are getting involved with an their ethics.
Also, on Corvetteforum I was constantly called out by two guys who claimed no affilation with Adams. Of course, a thread history search showed on the of the guys who set me up, writing a thread in which he chronicled Adam comming to his house... hmmm
Todd@RUPES
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BlwnSaleen said:
Like I said, try his product vs. the Chemical Guys equivelent and you will KNOW where they are comming from. Its not rocket science. Also, why does he use a Warner Chemical Image (same as instafinish, who admits that they recieved the marketing picture from Warner) on his products, why where his product descriptions straight off of the CG website? You keep saying your looking for proof but I would say enough evidence is out there...
As far as Carlise, did you wonder why Zaino was working out of another sponsors booth when they booked months and months in advance. Adam's, the company, is shady.. and not very smart, IMO. It only takes a little research to find the anwsers your looking for if you don't believe me.
TH0001 said:
As fas as the Zaino thing, I only heard a rummor that in the past Zaino could not be spoken about on DC, i have not seen this my self there for cannot back up that statement, i can tell you that if you go on DC right now, there are a few threads about Zaino.
As far as there ethics, its a cutthroat world, evey ones choping each others legs off, all part of bussiness, All i want to know is if they make there own stuff.
Also what products do you use on your personal car, just out of curosity?
Todd@RUPES
Just a regular guy
To finish my point...
I would like to start out by saying I am not speaking of the quality of either companies products. This is not a bash on the products in any way, shape or form.
I had thought about trying Adam's products last year and had heard rumors that they were the same products made by chemical guys with VERY slight differences. As a side note, I have heard that both companies have excellent customer service. These are just *my* observations.
From the adam's site.
Butter Wax
The description - Price 15.95 per 12oz
Leading the charge in technological advances, Adam’s Butter Wax is formulated with a special blend of polymers, resins, and natural Carnauba. Butter Wax contains no cleaners or abrasives, and will not stain plastic or rubber. Always treat an imperfect finish with Adam’s Clay Bar and Revive Polish before applying Butter Wax. Our 12-oz bottle will cover many vehicles, especially when used sparingly as recommended. Suitable for application in the sun or shade, and in hot or cool temperatures.
The Link -
Car Wax, Car Polish, Auto Detail Supplies - Adam's Polishes
From Chemical Guys site
Butter Wet Wax
The description - Price 29.95 per gallon
Our Wettest Wax ever. Delivers a unmatched surface shine and wet look. This is a brand new technology that consists of a special blend of polymers, resins, and natural Carnauba. Butter Wet Wax leaves your car shining like it was just washed! Butter Wax contains no cleaners or abrasives, and will not stain plastic or rubber. Suitable for easy application and removal in the sun or shade, hot or cool temperatures.
The Link - PROFESSIONAL CAR WAX - WET DEEP GLOSS BUTTER WET WAX CAR WAX AND AUTO POLISH
Adam's revive - Price 15.95 per 12 oz.
Car Wax, Car Polish, Auto Detail Supplies - Adam's Polishes
Chemical Guys Revive - Price 27.95 per gallon
Revive Paint Car Polish for Showroom Mirror Finish Shine
Adam's Detail Spray -
The Description - Price 9.95 per 16oz
This “Best of Show� winner is a favorite at car shows. Use as a waterless car wash, a clay bar lubricant, or to enhance the depth and clarity of paint, chrome, plastic, aluminum, and glass.
Car Wax, Car Polish, Auto Detail Supplies - Adam's Polishes
Chemical Guys Detail Spray -
The Description - Price 21.95 per gallon
A show Stopping High Shine Spray Detail, Use as a waterless car wash, a clay bar lubricant, or to enhance the depth and clarity of paint, chrome, plastic, aluminum, or glass. Pink Quick Detail Spray and Clay Lube with Carnauba
These are just a few of the products, but I'm sure you get the idea. Same names, identical descriptions, color of products, etc...As my grandfather used to say...if it walks like a duck and talks like a duck....
I would like to start out by saying I am not speaking of the quality of either companies products. This is not a bash on the products in any way, shape or form.
I had thought about trying Adam's products last year and had heard rumors that they were the same products made by chemical guys with VERY slight differences. As a side note, I have heard that both companies have excellent customer service. These are just *my* observations.
From the adam's site.
Butter Wax
The description - Price 15.95 per 12oz
Leading the charge in technological advances, Adam’s Butter Wax is formulated with a special blend of polymers, resins, and natural Carnauba. Butter Wax contains no cleaners or abrasives, and will not stain plastic or rubber. Always treat an imperfect finish with Adam’s Clay Bar and Revive Polish before applying Butter Wax. Our 12-oz bottle will cover many vehicles, especially when used sparingly as recommended. Suitable for application in the sun or shade, and in hot or cool temperatures.
The Link -
Car Wax, Car Polish, Auto Detail Supplies - Adam's Polishes
From Chemical Guys site
Butter Wet Wax
The description - Price 29.95 per gallon
Our Wettest Wax ever. Delivers a unmatched surface shine and wet look. This is a brand new technology that consists of a special blend of polymers, resins, and natural Carnauba. Butter Wet Wax leaves your car shining like it was just washed! Butter Wax contains no cleaners or abrasives, and will not stain plastic or rubber. Suitable for easy application and removal in the sun or shade, hot or cool temperatures.
The Link - PROFESSIONAL CAR WAX - WET DEEP GLOSS BUTTER WET WAX CAR WAX AND AUTO POLISH
Adam's revive - Price 15.95 per 12 oz.
Car Wax, Car Polish, Auto Detail Supplies - Adam's Polishes
Chemical Guys Revive - Price 27.95 per gallon
Revive Paint Car Polish for Showroom Mirror Finish Shine
Adam's Detail Spray -
The Description - Price 9.95 per 16oz
This “Best of Show� winner is a favorite at car shows. Use as a waterless car wash, a clay bar lubricant, or to enhance the depth and clarity of paint, chrome, plastic, aluminum, and glass.
Car Wax, Car Polish, Auto Detail Supplies - Adam's Polishes
Chemical Guys Detail Spray -
The Description - Price 21.95 per gallon
A show Stopping High Shine Spray Detail, Use as a waterless car wash, a clay bar lubricant, or to enhance the depth and clarity of paint, chrome, plastic, aluminum, or glass. Pink Quick Detail Spray and Clay Lube with Carnauba
These are just a few of the products, but I'm sure you get the idea. Same names, identical descriptions, color of products, etc...As my grandfather used to say...if it walks like a duck and talks like a duck....
Todd@RUPES
Just a regular guy
BlwnSaleen said:
Jeeze, if you really want to know just penny up for a some CG or beg a forum member to send you some and compare it. I promise you that its the same. Its really not that hard, besides look at the other evidence..
I use Zaino on the majority of my customers cars, as well as Menzerna, Meguiars Pinnacle, Zymol, P21S, and Chemical Guys
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