What's the difference between quick detailer and waterless carwash - Adams products.

Xan · 04-21-2011, 09:27 PM

I got six letters... ONR FTW!

I do have some of the Adam's waterless wash and QD, haven't tried it yet... So can't really judge...

Junkman2008 · 04-22-2011, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by happytheman

I'm hoping that Junkman Glances over this thread so he can see how well this duster is being used! Note the well practiced technique of smashing the duster into the surface of the paint to ensure that all dirt is "properly" removed!

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Originally Posted by Xan

I got six letters... ONR FTW!

I do have some of the Adam's waterless wash and QD, haven't tried it yet... So can't really judge...

They are two, totally different products all together. There is no comparison possible.

mikeTO · 04-22-2011, 10:20 AM

This is semi on topic, so...has anyone else struggled with the Detailing Spray leaving streaks when used as part of the drying process after a full wash? I mist DS on each panel while the car is wet and then dry using the Adams waffle towels. I seem to get streaks every time...in particular on the hood. I'm wondering if it has anything to do with the temperature still being relatively cool up here. It's +3C today (38F).

I love the products, but the streaks bug the crap out of me and really show on the Black Rose colour.

Appreciate any input. Thanks!

Junkman2008 · 04-22-2011, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by mikeTO

This is semi on topic, so...has anyone else struggled with the Detailing Spray leaving streaks when used as part of the drying process after a full wash? I mist DS on each panel while the car is wet and then dry using the Adams waffle towels. I seem to get streaks every time...in particular on the hood. I'm wondering if it has anything to do with the temperature still being relatively cool up here. It's +3C today (38F).

I love the products, but the streaks bug the crap out of me and really show on the Black Rose colour.

Appreciate any input. Thanks!

First off, you don't have to use Detail Spray to dry the car off. The reason this practice is done is to revive water spots that have dried on the car. If you are not having that problem, you're wasting Detail Spray. Also, one would have to know the exact shape of your paint and also see your wash process to answer with any accuracy. Temperature does play in this scenario but usually it high temperatures.

If I were you, I would stop that practice unless it is necessary due to the condition that I listed above.

mikeTO · 04-25-2011, 01:05 PM

Thanks Junkman. Appreciate the advice. The water up here can be a bit hard at times, so that's why I originally started using it. Also, since I live in a loft condo with no wash bay in the building, I'm stuck with a less than optimal washing arrangement; so wanted all the help I could get. Have to make do with a newly built coin-op place, where I still two-bucket wash with a sheepskin mitt (early in the morning while it's empty) and Adams soap, but have to rinse with their equipment. They use fresh rinse water (at least they say they do!) so I make the best of it with low pressure and dry with the Adams microfibre.

Thanks again for responding.

04-21-2011, 09:27 PM	#1 (permalink)
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04-22-2011, 10:20 AM	#3 (permalink)
mikeTO Base Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Toronto Posts: 31 Drives: '12 Mustang Boss 302 Rep Power: 16	This is semi on topic, so...has anyone else struggled with the Detailing Spray leaving streaks when used as part of the drying process after a full wash? I mist DS on each panel while the car is wet and then dry using the Adams waffle towels. I seem to get streaks every time...in particular on the hood. I'm wondering if it has anything to do with the temperature still being relatively cool up here. It's +3C today (38F). I love the products, but the streaks bug the crap out of me and really show on the Black Rose colour. Appreciate any input. Thanks!

04-25-2011, 01:05 PM	#5 (permalink)
mikeTO Base Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Toronto Posts: 31 Drives: '12 Mustang Boss 302 Rep Power: 16	Thanks Junkman. Appreciate the advice. The water up here can be a bit hard at times, so that's why I originally started using it. Also, since I live in a loft condo with no wash bay in the building, I'm stuck with a less than optimal washing arrangement; so wanted all the help I could get. Have to make do with a newly built coin-op place, where I still two-bucket wash with a sheepskin mitt (early in the morning while it's empty) and Adams soap, but have to rinse with their equipment. They use fresh rinse water (at least they say they do!) so I make the best of it with low pressure and dry with the Adams microfibre. Thanks again for responding.