Thoughts on Chemical Guys Products

mshu7 · 07-29-06, 10:39

Recently, I visited the Chemical Guys website after seeing some people on here talking about some of their products. It appears that Chemical Guys would be a great value for people that have a detailing business. I'm in the process of trying to do just that.

Ok, here are some of my questions...

1) What are your favorite or just well respected Chemical Guys products (no abbreviations please, their names are kind of long & wacky)?
2) How do they compare to other manufacturers (Megs, Poorboys, Wolfgang, etc.)?
2) For the products that are concentrated, what kind of ratio's are supposed to be utilized (so I can get an idea how long a product will last)
3) Any other good information that I should know about Chemical Guys?

I greatly appreciate any information.

mburnickas · 07-29-06, 10:49

good products. I would do a search since there are many threads on it.

scooterguitar · 07-29-06, 11:53

I love CG and have used almost every brand out there.
One thing that is nice is that their sealers can be layered or topped after 20 minutes, opposed ot the normal 12-24 hours, big help!
A must is their Extreme Liquid Shine for trim. It beats every other product out there, saved a few old pieces on a few cras that I tried everything else one.
Their paste nuba (XXX) is just like regualr Nattys. Butter Wet Wax is pretty darn good and quick for use with pc.
Leatehr products are pretty darn good.
Speed Wipe is identical almost to PB S&W, love it. Most of their items are great, but their descriptions are confusing. Sherm8r will chime in here soon enough, he posted some great reviews and knows most of the products inside and out. I ordered small 16 oz bottles when I iniitially tried their stuff and kicked myself for not ordering gallons! And I am no the business! Shipping on gallons is exspensive though, so I'd place a BIG order to make it worthwhile.
OH, EZ Creme Glaze is sweet!
The guys at CG are awesome and cool to speak with as well.

You asked abotu comparisons, they are very close to PB and Adams products. You mentioend Wolfgang and Wolf is my new favorite and seems to have beaten all other brands fo rme. As a busniess I don't think Wolf woudl be cost effective at all. CG is top notch and as good as any other line. If I were in business I would use 99% CG products.

mshu7 · 07-29-06, 12:11

I knew you'd chime in Scooter...thanks! I did a few searches before I posted this thread and noticed you were a big advocate of CG's.

I'm going to start making a list of CG products to purchase so thanks for your list.

By the way, using gallon jugs to put some liquid wax on a PC isn't the most convenient process. Do they send any 16 oz. bottles with your purchase? I didn't see anywhere on their site where they sold the 16 oz. bottles seperately.

Anyway, thanks again for your input. I can't wait to try them out.

awahl63 · 07-29-06, 12:17

I love all my CG products...problem is it's around 8 bucks shipping a gallon to me...That sucks.

Driven-528e · 07-29-06, 01:38

The elite super plush microfiber with microfiber banding is incredible. It is right up there with the miracle towel by properautocare.
Overall, most products are pretty good. You definitely get more than you pay for with most of their products, but keep that in perspective. The look and durability of some of their waxes and sealants are NOT as good as some of the higher-end and boutique product line-ups.

One product I did not like at all was the All-in-one acrylic polish. Thats my only negative experience with CG.

Also, since you are looking for professional quality products, check out Hi-temp. Their polishes produce wonderful results. I also like their one step polish. It has enough bite to it to polish, while also leaving good protection (many one-step polish/waxes are mediocre at both, imo). topoftheline.com hi-tempinc.com

corsa_sport · 07-29-06, 01:52

Quote:

Originally Posted by awahl63

I love all my CG products...problem is it's around 8 bucks shipping a gallon to me...That sucks.

You think that's much? Try paying $50 for shipping a gallon...

I tried some products before CG and I must say CG rocks!
Great customer service, great products, I'm one step from completing my CG colection

My last order was of the elite microfiber and they are awsome! I had ordered from them their regular microfiber and franquely it sucked so I was a bit afraid to order microfiber from them again but since they always helped me out in everything I gave it a shot and boy am I glad I did it

Some products I can't live without:
maxi suds
ez creme glaze
gel
vrt
factory sealant
leather twins

just to name a few...

If I had to start now I would buy everything again from CG, you can't go wrong with them

NHBFAN · 07-29-06, 02:11

What about "easy of use" ... that's one of my highest priorities these days.

awahl63 · 07-29-06, 02:54

They have the easiest products to use IMO

mshu7 · 07-29-06, 04:17

Hey guys, thanks for all of your input. This helps me out a lot!!!

scooterguitar · 07-29-06, 04:20

Oh, I forgot about their car wash shamppos, yes great foaming smelling stuff!
I think you can order a few 16 oz bottles to go along with the gallon stuff for like $10 each.

94BlkStang · 07-29-06, 04:45

Quote:

Originally Posted by mshu7

Recently, I visited the Chemical Guys website after seeing some people on here talking about some of their products. It appears that Chemical Guys would be a great value for people that have a detailing business. I'm in the process of trying to do just that.

Ok, here are some of my questions...

1) What are your favorite or just well respected Chemical Guys products (no abbreviations please, their names are kind of long & wacky)?
2) How do they compare to other manufacturers (Megs, Poorboys, Wolfgang, etc.)?
2) For the products that are concentrated, what kind of ratio's are supposed to be utilized (so I can get an idea how long a product will last)
3) Any other good information that I should know about Chemical Guys?

I greatly appreciate any information.

If you're getting into the detailing business you might want to check and see if there are local ditributors that deliver in your area. By doing volume with these guys, you can probably get a nice discount and excellent delivery service. Car Groom and Automagic are two common ones that set up local distributorships and have a product line similar to Chemical Guys.