Adams APC as QD?

enkei2k · 10-26-2014, 02:01 PM

Google didn't really pull up a definitive answer so maybe you guys/gals can help.

Quick question about Adams APC...

Adams APC (all purpose cleaner) can be used as a QD spray correct? As long as it's diluted properly (say 50/50 water/product ratio). I just realized I have so many unopened clay bars lying around, from using the just QD spray that comes with the package a lot faster

I'm assuming the answer is yes, since it's in the name 'all purpose', but you know, better safe than sorry to ask for advice.

Thanks in advance!

LostSol · 10-26-2014, 02:09 PM

No, quick detailers have wax in them to prevent scratching of the paint. Never use anything other than a specialized quick detailer.

RyanWest · 10-26-2014, 03:10 PM

UMMM NO! Do not use APC as a QD are you serious!?

Junkman2008 · 10-27-2014, 01:54 AM

Basically, APC is nothing more than Formula 409 in a fancy bottle. So the question that you're really asking is can you use Formula 409 as a QD. So I ask, would you? Just smell that stuff as see what your nose says...

shaun66 · 10-27-2014, 05:07 PM

Buy a bottle of their quick detailer you won't regret it. I buy it by the gallon.

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LostSol Premium Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Orlando Posts: 1,021 Drives: 2010 370z 40th A.E. Rep Power: 15	No, quick detailers have wax in them to prevent scratching of the paint. Never use anything other than a specialized quick detailer. __________________ 2010 Nissan 370Z 40th Anniversary Edition #762/1000 \| Forgestar \| Michelin \| Swift \| TRS \| Z Speed \| ARK \| Z1 \| Hawk \| CFE \| Evo-R \| GTMat \| Stillen \| Seibon \| Whiteline \| Pioneer \|

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Junkman2008 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 1,048 Drives: 2001 Corvette Coupe Rep Power: 10259	Basically, APC is nothing more than Formula 409 in a fancy bottle. So the question that you're really asking is can you use Formula 409 as a QD. So I ask, would you? Just smell that stuff as see what your nose says... __________________ "Marines - Making the other guy die for his country for over 200 years."

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