Chemical Guys Laser Buff polish

[Sherman8r44]

IDK, I didn't love the CG Synthetic Detailer. Pro Detailer, on the other hand, is my favorite QD for carnauba finishes no question. I also like both Clear Liquid Extreme Shine and "gel" for trim..."gel" seems to be slightly more durable, but CLES is more versatile and has better cleaning ability IMO. Overall I like CLES better. I also really like their Leather Cleaner and Conditioner .

[RCBuddha]

Originally Posted by blackntan

Yeah, I've thouroughly happy with them so far. What else would you recommend? Right now all i've tried is the laser buff. The QD is high on my list, and I am looking for an exterior trim product, and anything else that is really good.

Other products worth trying:

Silk (if you like spray dressings)
X-Shine (matte finish dressing)
Pro Detailer w/Carnauba
Speed Detail
Glass Cleaner
Odor Eliminator
Trim Gel (high shine)

Blackntan,

Let me know if you want a small sample of any of the above. RCBuddha1@gmail.com

[Asonyexec]

blck&tan i have tried the following CG products:

leather conditioner - I have been a life long LEXOL user and I think the CG's leather conditioner gives the same result, the big plus is that CG's leather conditioner is leather scented! Smell like a new car for at least 2-3 weeks after I use it.

Extreme VRT Dressing - neat stuff, does not leave your tires looking "wet" but it's not a matt finish either, something in between. Cool thing is that it drys after 30 minutes or so therefore you don't have to worry about sling or it rubbing off onto your pants.

The only negative comment i have is that I personally like my tires looking very glossy when i apply dressing - the wetter the better. Because my tires are ribbed i did not get that effect using VRT, but once brought to the CG's attention they recommended i try their trim gel on my tires.

Trim Gel - Works okay, same as PB's trim restore or Meg endurance gel. On trim both CG & PB worked about the same, lasted just as long (about 2 washings). For tire dressing I have only used CG's trim gel & Megs endurance gel - CGs washes off easy, Meg's is a bit tougher to get off.

EZ Creme Glaze - Works well, I just tried it with my PC and the results were favorable. Easy on easy off, not a lot of dusting.

Extreme body wash & gloss enhancer - Worked great, the "lubricity" (to steal a term from MOL) is awesome and the grape scent doesnt hurt either. A little of this stuff goes a long way.

Those are just about all the CHEM GUY's products I have used, so far I've been pleased with their performance and price. I am sure there are Pro Detailers on here that use many more of their products but I gotta give CG .

[whatnobeer]

For those of us in the MidWest (Ohio) where can we get these items. Excellent write up. We're just now getting into the detailing season and I am looking for some new stuff to use this year. Thanks in advance.

The Beer Man

[mtmaher1]

They can be ordered right from thier website http://chemicalguys.com/

[Asonyexec]

whatnobeer - ya check out that link and if you have any questions call them (866-822-3670), they are great guys and will answer any question you might have. They are located in Los Angeles just so you are aware of the time difference but from what I hear and have seen they are at their store late into the evenings. (tip) it doesn't hurt to ask for samples of other products when you order...shhhhhh.

I think you will find their stuff very reasonably priced and if you only see the gallon size on the web page ask them about their 16oz size, i believe all their products come in both sizes.

THere is also a poster on here that sells CG stuff, again im going to mess up the spelling but I think it's DANESE, DANASE....sorry about the spelling. He's located in Michigan so you may save on freight charges if you go through him.

[Driven-528e]

blackntan, thanks for posting the informative review! yet another CG product i may have to try. your mini looks amazing!

of their products that i have tried, i really like the factory sealant and revive glaze the most. both are extremely easy to use and smell nice. the sealant gives a beautiful hard candy type shine; revive glaze a deep look.

while i know glazes and sealants dont mix, i still attempted to give it a try to combine the looks of the two products (it was just too tempting).... well, i wouldn't suggest it. while it looks great temporarily, the sealant seems to disappear in a matter of days, maybe weeks. again though, separately, great products!

[blackntan]

Thanks for the kind words guys!! I'm glad I could help. Reviewing products is a lot of fun for me...

I have a few more of their products coming, courtesy of RCBuddha, and I'll add to the review once I get to try those out...

If you guys haven't seen the shots I posted in 'click and brag', I waxed the Scion last night. I was a little lazy, and didn't break out the PC, but I did put a coat of Natty's on... Sweet Jesus on a bicycle that stuff's awesome...

Anyway, have a look:

[Nobuff2tuff]

Lazer Buff is way to dusty for my liking.

[Casebrius]

Looks good, now manicure that yard!

[blackntan]

Originally Posted by Nobuff2tuff

Lazer Buff is way to dusty for my liking.

Yeah, I can see that. It does dust a lot.

But I like the dusting.



Casebrius,

I know!! The yard is a mess. I've really been slacking in the yardwork this year...

[Alfisti]

Nice review. How aggressive would you say Laser Buff is? What would you compare it to?

I love the Natty's pics...you captured the wetness and flake very well - very hard to do on a camera! Well done.

BTW, Back to Black isn't a dressing; its a trim restorer. You'll be disappointed if you've used it like a dressing. Like any restorer, you need to work it in well with adequate agitation. Leave for 30min and then buff off. If its for removing wax residue off trim, rub it in with an old tooth brush. With multiple application over time, I've seen it restore grey oxidized trim to black. Since your car is too young for that degree of deterioration, I suspect you've used as a regular dressing. Mothers Protectant does a great job at that.