Chemical Guys Citrus Wash & Gloss

[rkf76]

My jug of NXT is getting low so i'm shopping around for a new product to try, has anyone ever tried this stuff? A gallon of it only costs $18.95, so the price is definitely right, I just want to get some feedback on it to see if it's something I should consider.

[Danforz]

If I'm not mistaken, thats the wash thats realllly concentrated. IF you don't dilute it right it can strip your LSP. Otherwise I'd imagine its worth a try.

[rkf76]

Originally Posted by Danforz

If I'm not mistaken, thats the wash thats realllly concentrated. IF you don't dilute it right it can strip your LSP. Otherwise I'd imagine its worth a try.

Diluting it right = following the dilution ratio instructions on the jug, right?

[gusbubba]

Originally Posted by rkf76

Diluting it right = following the dilution ratio instructions on the jug, right?

Yep.
As a wash , mix 1/2 oz. per 2 gals. of water.
2 oz. per 1 gal. of water to use as a paintwork cleanser
for heavy grime and wax.

If you're gonna use it as a paint cleaner , be prepared to
stand around rinsing your vehicle for awhile...it doesn't go away
without a fight. And for cripes' sake DON'T use the heavy mix in
direct sunlight...it may never come off.
If you notice any streaking or what looks like build-up during drying,
just re-rinse or re-wash....it happened to me ; now I know better.

[rkf76]

Originally Posted by gusbubba

Yep.

If you're gonna use it as a paint cleaner , be prepared to
stand around rinsing your vehicle for awhile...it doesn't go away
without a fight. And for cripes' sake DON'T use the heavy mix in
direct sunlight...it may never come off.
If you notice any streaking or what looks like build-up during drying,
just re-rinse or re-wash....it happened to me ; now I know better.

Cool, im pretty good at following directions.

Makes mental note to self not to use it as a paint cleaner.

[Danforz]

Originally Posted by rkf76

Cool, im pretty good at following directions.

Makes mental note to self not to use it as a paint cleaner.

Well, with all the washes out there, if your going to get this one why not use it as a paint cleanser? Seems like a good way to do two things at once when you need to

[orngez]

its is an awesome car wash...1/2 ounce is enough to do most cars...even fairly dirty ones...use in about 3 gallons of water if using the bucket method...or 1/2 ounce in a foam gun and i fill the rest of it with water...and it really does leave a gloss behind..you will enjoy using it..great lubricity and cleaning power

[rkf76]

Originally Posted by orngez

its is an awesome car wash...1/2 ounce is enough to do most cars...even fairly dirty ones...use in about 3 gallons of water if using the bucket method...or 1/2 ounce in a foam gun and i fill the rest of it with water...and it really does leave a gloss behind..you will enjoy using it..great lubricity and cleaning power

Sounds like a winner

[klumzypinoy]

Originally Posted by orngez

its is an awesome car wash...1/2 ounce is enough to do most cars...even fairly dirty ones...use in about 3 gallons of water if using the bucket method...or 1/2 ounce in a foam gun and i fill the rest of it with water...and it really does leave a gloss behind..you will enjoy using it..great lubricity and cleaning power

hey Orngez...how do you compare this wash to say, DG 901 and PB SS&S, if you've used any of those

[orngez]

Originally Posted by klumzypinoy

hey Orngez...how do you compare this wash to say, DG 901 and PB SS&S, if you've used any of those

i've used both and the dg and sss are both great..but what is nice about the wash n gloss is the cleaning power is much better the more you add...and it still retains its lubricity properties...my only thing with dg and sss is its low cleaning power compared to wash n gloss...and the gallon size of wash n gloss is a great value at under 20 bucks a gallon...on well maintained vehicles all three perform pretty much the same...but i still give the edge to wash n gloss as it really does leave a nice gloss behind like you just did a wipe down with a spray wax....on dirty cars wash n gloss wins hands down as you can increase the soap ratio and get a very powerful paint cleaner/shampoo..sss and dg perform pretty much the same to me in high and low concentrations...you get lubricity but no more cleaning power...also...put wash n gloss in a spray bottle and dilute it just enough so that it can spray like a gel wheel cleaner and you have a wheel cleaner that is comparable to p21s gel wheel cleaner...i still use my pb wheel cleaner..but as soon as i use it up i will be switching to just using wash n gloss for wheels to consolidate my detailing shelf

[klumzypinoy]

Originally Posted by orngez

i've used both and the dg and sss are both great..but what is nice about the wash n gloss is the cleaning power is much better the more you add...and it still retains its lubricity properties...my only thing with dg and sss is its low cleaning power compared to wash n gloss...and the gallon size of wash n gloss is a great value at under 20 bucks a gallon...on well maintained vehicles all three perform pretty much the same...but i still give the edge to wash n gloss as it really does leave a nice gloss behind like you just did a wipe down with a spray wax....on dirty cars wash n gloss wins hands down as you can increase the soap ratio and get a very powerful paint cleaner/shampoo..sss and dg perform pretty much the same to me in high and low concentrations...you get lubricity but no more cleaning power...also...put wash n gloss in a spray bottle and dilute it just enough so that it can spray like a gel wheel cleaner and you have a wheel cleaner that is comparable to p21s gel wheel cleaner...i still use my pb wheel cleaner..but as soon as i use it up i will be switching to just using wash n gloss for wheels to consolidate my detailing shelf

I should buy me a gallon of citrus wash

[rkf76]

Originally Posted by orngez

i've used both and the dg and sss are both great..but what is nice about the wash n gloss is the cleaning power is much better the more you add...and it still retains its lubricity properties...my only thing with dg and sss is its low cleaning power compared to wash n gloss...and the gallon size of wash n gloss is a great value at under 20 bucks a gallon...on well maintained vehicles all three perform pretty much the same...but i still give the edge to wash n gloss as it really does leave a nice gloss behind like you just did a wipe down with a spray wax....on dirty cars wash n gloss wins hands down as you can increase the soap ratio and get a very powerful paint cleaner/shampoo..sss and dg perform pretty much the same to me in high and low concentrations...you get lubricity but no more cleaning power...also...put wash n gloss in a spray bottle and dilute it just enough so that it can spray like a gel wheel cleaner and you have a wheel cleaner that is comparable to p21s gel wheel cleaner...i still use my pb wheel cleaner..but as soon as i use it up i will be switching to just using wash n gloss for wheels to consolidate my detailing shelf

Looks like we have a winner!

I think you've just sold me on this stuff