Reviewed: Chemical Guys Maximum Suds Shampoo

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Product: Chemical Guys Maximum Suds Shampoo





Price & Price Per Ounce:



$6.12 / 16 ounces ---------------------- $.38 / ounce ---------- $.57 / wash

$11.95 / 128 ounces ------------------- $.09 / ounce ---------- $.14 / wash





Manufacturer Claims:



Maximum Suds is a strong superior cleaning shampoo that delivers amazing cleaning results through a consistent release of foaming bubbles. Maximum Suds is uniquely formulated with foaming technology that works by suspending super polymers within each bubble allowing grime and build-up dirt to be effortlessly rinsed away. The unique lubricity of Maximum Suds loosens abrasive residue and allows it to be rinsed away without scratching the surface. It also retains lubricity and will not allow hard water to remain on the surface hence causing calcium deposits and water spots. Maximum Suds will rinses of clean leaving behind a clean shining surface.



Even though Maximum Suds is tough against paint-damaging agents it is amazingly wax and sealant friendly. It will not strip wax or any type of polymer surface protectants from the surface.



* great for mechanical and hand wash applications



* quick and easy way to wash any surface no hard rubbing or scrubbing



* great for maintaining already waxed car



* removes dirt and grime



* rinses clean



* very easy to use







Packaging: I receievd this as a sample from mgm2003. However, from the pictures, the bottle looks to be a rather sturdy, clear bottle, with a fliptop. The print looks a bit small.





Color/Scent/Viscosity: A very thick, pink gel, with no scent (:(). Yeah, I wish it had a scent.





How I used (as per instructions): Since I didn't have a cap (CG says one capful per gallon), I used 1.5 ounces for 2 gallons of water. This shampoo suds til no end. I actually had to keep a low pressure, steady flood stream in the bucket so the suds didn't over flow. The suds stayed abundant throughout the wash.



I did a standard two bucket method on two different vehicles. I first rinsed with a general jet nozzle. I washed half a panel and threw the mitt into the rinse bucket. One vehicle had protection that was very strong, garaged, and well cared for. The other stays outside, and the protection is on the way out.



On each, the suds acted as a nice lubricating barrier between the surface and the mitt. With each pass, I kept thinking to myself, "Wow, very slick stuff". The cleaning power was a bit above what I currently use (TOL Bubble Bath) and the mitt, once in the rinse bucket, rinsed very clean (cleaner than usual).



Once rinsed, the surface had a bit of sheeting action on each vehicle, but rinsed very clean (no residue). Once dried, I noticed that almost no slickness was diminished.





Overall Thoughts: I like the high level of slickness and protective barrier of suds this wash has. It is also VERY cost effective. It's ability to clean well, but also leave the protection there is a plus in my book. Once my current stock is up, I will look to purchase Chemical Guys Maximum Suds.





Other Notes: Wash weekly for a happy car :).





Purchasing:



http://danase.com/chgumasush.html

http://*****************/Merchant2/...PCWCCP&Product_Code=CWS_101&Category_Code=CWS





Pictures:





My dirty beast

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After (yes, those are icicles; it was 28* out)

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Before

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After (yes, I use Maxi-Suds on the wheels, nothing else)

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Questions/Comments?
 
Zane: Slicker, sudsier, and cheaper but also a *touch* more harsh.





I want to do a little more testing before I make a final judgement, but everything as of now looks like Maxi-Suds will get the nod.
 
One thing about car soap is if it claims spot free wash it has a lot of polymer concentration that will build up over time, how thick depends on the concentration of polymers in the soap. To much of concentration of it will build up, which turns “Dark� dull & grimy on your car in time over repeated use. If it builds up to much on a car the gooey grime will collect micro abrasions matter which is not good for your paint. Spot free car wash does not get rid of the hard water, the high concentration of polymer absorbs the calcium & magnesium (hard water) deposits and hides it. You won’t notice your car getting dull because the dullness happens slowly.

Good car soap should have just so much concentration of polymers



The coin car wash industry has done a lot of testing on polymer car washing for spot free car washings and they have it down to a tee. Have you never wondered way cars look dull one of the reasons is that the coin car washes use’s a high concentration of polymers for spot free washing. The coin car wash industry is a powerful multi million dollar organization.
 
I've been using maxi suds for about a year now. I love it's cleaning ability & slickness. I'ts become my go to shampoo. I like it much more than CG's Wash'n Wax.
 
JayC said:
Censoring URLs is not cool.
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There were incidents of shilling going on and multiple accounts, violating forum rules so the users were banned. Hence, the censoring of the offender's website.



That's the reason. This place doesn't censor the URL's of those who don't violate house rules. It's rather basic and a good way to keep law and order.
 
Chemical Guys shilling? Ive never even seen anyone who works there post here and their stuff gets talked about constantly.. they have no reason to shill. Im sorry but I dont buy it.
 
Member "cgc2" was the offender I believe. There was a long post by DavidB that used to be in the "News" forum that outlined, in detail, the trangressions and forum rules violations that occured.



Many forums block URL's. I belive Meguiars Online deletes them all. Autopia has allowed hundreds of links and URL's without censoring - unless there was a violation of the rules like with Chemical Guys.



But, believe what you want. I was just pointing out why one URL (and not the other for the same product) was blocked



Nice review Sean. I know you're a big TOL wash guy so this CG soap seems like a new staple for you in the arsenal.
 
Chris Coronel (cgc2) was the offender...he was a shill for S-m-a-r-t-w-a-x (it gets censored, sorry), which *I believe* is a division of ChemicalGuys.



Nice review Sean! :2thumbs: Sounds like a pretty much perfect shampoo.



I just got in a package from Bob (Danase) so expect a bunch of CG reviews from me in the next month or so. I should have a review of Pro Detailer w/1X Carnauba up sometime today.
 
BlkTac05 said:
I've been using maxi suds for about a year now. I love it's cleaning ability & slickness. I'ts become my go to shampoo. I like it much more than CG's Wash'n Wax.
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Last time i ordered from Paul he talked me out of the maxi suds and into getting wash n wax he said it was a much better product.I havent used both but i do like wash n wax so next time ill try maxi suds or the new extreme bodywash
 
atticdog said:
Last time i ordered from Paul he talked me out of the maxi suds and into getting wash n wax he said it was a much better product.I havent used both but i do like wash n wax so next time ill try maxi suds or the new extreme bodywash
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That's odd. Maxi Suds, according to their chart, is more gentle (less cleaning & degreasing ability) and has a higher shine rating than Wash N Wax.



From their own ratings I see that Maxi Suds is better for many of our needs because of the gentleness and a $1 cheaper :lol



The Extreme Body Wash has "harsher" ratings than Maxi Suds.



Sounds like Maxi Suds is their most gentle shampoo.



Just my 2 cents based on their rating system.
 
atticdog said:
Last time i ordered from Paul he talked me out of the maxi suds and into getting wash n wax he said it was a much better product.I havent used both but i do like wash n wax so next time ill try maxi suds or the new extreme bodywash
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Sorry if I confused anyone. The reasons why I like the maxi suds ( and TOL bubble Bath ) are as follows: Slickness-lubricity, gentle cleaning ability, gentle on lsp's, water sheeting ability & rinses ultra clean. The Wash n Wax I referred to & don't care as much for is the Extreme BodyWash & Wax. The Extreme BodyWash has many of the characteristics of the Maxi Suds but I don't care for it simply because it doesn't rinse clean & clear and seems to leave a "film" on my black paint. However, it cleans up with a quick QD'ing. Both products leave a nice glossy finish after drying.



Now I have noticed there seems to be two vendors discussed here that often create a "frenzy", so to speak. Awhile back, on this very site, just the mention of the word "Zaino" caused all sorts of "passionate debate". The "Zealot" mentality was running wild like "Hulkamania" brother! I had to snicker at times because people refused to try or use Zaino because others loved it so much.........and then there were others who proclaimed Zaino to be the "be all, end all" type of product. It also appeared to me that most of the people bashing Zaino were people who never even tried the product. Just silly, if you aske me. ( Now there's a member who used to bash Zaino using Zaino. lol) It did, however, intrigue me enough to plop down about $150.00 & try the Zaino products first hand. Some may agree with my opinions of the "Z" line & some may disagree with my opinions. But in the end, it was the info obtained from this site that created me as a customer for Sal & his Zaino team.

It should be known to all that I use or have used just about all the products discussed here at Autopia. I'm just a 20+ year enthusiast with no affiliation to any vendor. Since I've become an Autopian, I've spent about $3000.00 on detailing products, mostly based on the info discussed on this site. To me, it's part of what being an Autopian is all about! EXPERIMENTATION!

Now onto the other vendor that seems to put some in a "frenzy" as well. Why is it that Chemical Guy's has replaced Zaino as the "hot button", "frenzy" vendor? Within the last year, one vendor became disenchanted with this site because some here were talking about who made what products for whom. Are you kidding me? A wise man once told me....." those who have eyes will see". My guess is that sales for that vendor who took his ball & went home haven't been affected negatively by this open forum. Hey, we're all human right? We should be able to freely voice our opinions in a constructive way to share our experiences, both positive & negative, inorder to find the holy grail of Autopia.....The Perfect Shine! Sorry if I hijacked! :getdown



Shilling??????????Not here!
 
Spilchy--Yes, I noticed this on the CG site, too. But, the recent reviews seem to be somewhat at odds with their posted ratings. I'm holding off any purchases until further reviews.
 
I read on a previous post that it is the polymers in car wash that make it thick. Actually, there are billions of possible polymers that can go into a car wash, not necessarily making it thick. Most washes on the market today use SALT as a thickening agent. I know...I was shocked when my chemist showed me how much I could stretch our wash & wax concentrate by adding salt. It literally doubled the amount of product in the bottle. It's amazing what some companies will do to stretch a dollar. Afterall, salt is our enemy on most finishes! That is where the dulling comes from.
 
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