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    Finish Kare Extra Slick Final Body Shine #425: Quick Review

    This is meant to be a quick review of FK 425 ESFBS. This is basically a quick detailer, that FK claims to have some anti-static properties and to add some protection including UV protection. They also mention it can be used as a clay lube and on pretty much any non-porous exterior vehicle surface.

    From PBMG`s copy:

    "Finish Kare 425 Extra Slick Final Body Shine works like a conventional quick detail spray by removing dust, fingerprints, and smudges, but it also protects the paint with anti-corrosive agents and UV inhibitors held in place by polymer resins. This additional protection reinforces your existing wax or paint sealant."

    From this point on I will just call the product 425.

    The picture directly below was "altered". No other pictures here were altered, they were all taken with a P & S Sony camera.



    I`m not testing the "anti-static" or protection/hydrophobic properties here of 425 - so that is why I am calling this a quick review. The product is about $16 for 31oz and comes with a sprayer as pictured. The sprayer is a "no frills" off/on type sprayer - but works just fine and doesn`t dribble or leak. In case you haven`t noticed, 425 is bright pink - to me it smells like strawberry candy.

    I`m guessing this is FK`s most popular product for the retail market. It seems, most people who try this stuff seem to like it. However, some have reported some streaking on darker colors... My experience is that this is a possibility on black, but is not a real issue - only in direct sun or hot panels. Although FK claims it can be used on glass - I`d skip it.

    The reason why I`d skip it on glass is the same reason why I wouldn`t use this on anything but a car that was just washed... Although FK says it can be used to remove fingerprints and dust. That reason is, this stuff is thick and LOADED with whatever "shiny stuff" that makes a QD add gloss to paint. I`m not sure if it`s silicone or some magical gloss enhancing nectar from rare jungle plants - but 425 really makes paint look great. In fact, that`s it`s strong point - and it may do that better than any other similar product.

    The next point I`d like to make about this stuff is it`s SLICK. If you like slick paint - 425 is for you. I have been using this product for about a year or so, and while I have not consciously monitored if it repels/attracts dust - I haven`t noticed it attracting dust. So, whatever the magical "glossy slick stuff" is in 425 - it seems to not be sticky towards airborne particles.

    The best way I have found to apply 425 is the same way I apply all other QD - with a 16"x24" microfiber towel (pictured above) folded in eights to a clean car. Since the product is thick, I find that you may use a bit more 425 compared to other QD products. So, a second WW towel may come in handy to buff once your original WW becomes too wet to accomplish the job. Using 425 may take just a minute or so longer than some other QDs that just seem to flash off immediately - but for the look of 425 the extra time is worth it.

    I washed my car and did a 425 wipe down after the car was dry using the single towel in the picture above. The wax is BF MS. I was able to do the whole black car without any streaks outside in about 70°F temps (sun was setting). So, while it may take just a little more care to use to use 425 on a dark car compared to something like V7, it`s not finicky enough to be an issue. Even though 425 contains no carnauba - I`ve noticed it seems to work really well on a surface with "wax".

    The day after applying, I took these pictures:





    Here are some pics I took of the trunk opening and it different positions. I was trying to catch how 425 makes light shimmer and flake pop in different angles of sun quite well...











    I was able to obtain the MSDS directly from FK. You merely have to go one their website and "register" by typing in some of your info to get a MSDS for any of their products. Maybe they will send me a few cases of 425 after they read this review...Oh, if anyone from FK is reading, I`d like some of that sealant with the shark on the can as well.







    So, I guess you can surmise I really like this stuff. This is the only FK product I have tried so far. This stuff if far better than OTC type QDs - as it really adds to the look of your paint. A lot of people seem to like their paste sealant as well - you know, the one with the shark on the can.

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    Re: Finish Kare Extra Slick Final Body Shine #425: Quick Review

    Thanks for the quick review, Finish Kare 425 wouldn`t have been on my radar. After seeing it on your BSM E85 I think I need to try it.

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    Re: Finish Kare Extra Slick Final Body Shine #425: Quick Review

    Looking good! The pics from one day later look like you just wipe the car down.

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    Re: Finish Kare Extra Slick Final Body Shine #425: Quick Review

    Have you by chance ever used Duragloss AW or CG V7 ? I am just curious what your thoughts are on how the 425 would compare.

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    Quote Originally Posted by bswombaugh View Post
    Have you by chance ever used Duragloss AW or CG V7 ? I am just curious what your thoughts are on how the 425 would compare.
    Yes. I have both of them. I think both of those two are a little faster to use...But 425 seems to me to be a bit better looking and a bit more substantial. V7 tends to inhibit beading for me - so I don`t use it much any more.

    My guess is there is a lot of alcohol in AW & V7 - that is why they flash so quickly and easily. They both also smell "alcoholic" to me. This is all speculation though - I really don`t know. I use AW as well on occasion.

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    Re: Finish Kare Extra Slick Final Body Shine #425: Quick Review

    Very nice review. I love the look/feel of FK425!

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    Re: Finish Kare Extra Slick Final Body Shine #425: Quick Review

    Great product for anyone looking for that extra kick in terms of being slick as heck.
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    Re: Finish Kare Extra Slick Final Body Shine #425: Quick Review

    Great review. FK425 is probably my most favorite QD of all time. It works fantastic on glass and just about everything. I have never had a single issue with streaks. It`s even amazing on my bathroom mirrors.
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    Re: Finish Kare Extra Slick Final Body Shine #425: Quick Review

    Excellent review, I agree 100%.

    One of my first posts when joining Autopia was about finding a QD that wax lovers like me can use without changing up the deep carnauba look. One of the several products that I bought during that time was FK425. It has become my favorite spit shine product. It is NOT a QD. because it`s not "Q". And it doesn`t have much cleaning ability.

    As far as changing the look of your carnauba, it will, but in a good way! It basically adds slickness and gloss as if you just got done with Menz 4500.

    One thing about FK425 is that it wont replace the spray you use on a slightly dirty car (assuming you do that). Just like Swanicyouth said, it`s perfect just after a wash, and I also use it after a waterless wash (Spray & Wipe).

    Swanicyouth, did you find the bottle to be too big and cumbersome? The top is angled sharply and I found it awkward. Easily fixed. Just a thang.

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    Quote Originally Posted by WaxAddict View Post
    Excellent review, I agree 100%.

    One of my first posts when joining Autopia was about finding a QD that wax lovers like me can use without changing up the deep carnauba look. One of the several products that I bought during that time was FK425. It has become my favorite spit shine product. It is NOT a QD. because it`s not "Q". And it doesn`t have much cleaning ability.

    As far as changing the look of your carnauba, it will, but in a good way! It basically adds slickness and gloss as if you just got done with Menz 4500.

    One thing about FK425 is that it wont replace the spray you use on a slightly dirty car (assuming you do that). Just like Swanicyouth said, it`s perfect just after a wash, and I also use it after a waterless wash (Spray & Wipe).

    Swanicyouth, did you find the bottle to be too big and cumbersome? The top is angled sharply and I found it awkward. Easily fixed. Just a thang.
    No. I like the bottle. I hate narrow or fancy bottles that tip over when you sit them down - and this bottle doesn`t tip. Plus, you get a lot for your money. A lot of fancy boutique products would give you 16oz for this price.

    You could put 425 in any fancy bottle and call it "Euro Gloss" or something similar and sell it for 3x as much. It`s pretty interesting we had a lot of the same observations.

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    Re: Finish Kare Extra Slick Final Body Shine #425: Quick Review

    Thanx for sharing mate ! I ll have to order some of this on next order .

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    Re: Finish Kare Extra Slick Final Body Shine #425: Quick Review

    Nice review. I have a 4 oz. bottle of FK425 that a member traded me with and this makes me more eager to try it.

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    Re: Finish Kare Extra Slick Final Body Shine #425: Quick Review

    I realy like the looks, and slickness this product gives. It`s also a great drying aid. Awesome review!

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    Re: Finish Kare Extra Slick Final Body Shine #425: Quick Review

    I might just have to give this a go, how will it do with cquartz uk?

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    Re: Finish Kare Extra Slick Final Body Shine #425: Quick Review

    Quote Originally Posted by Swanicyouth View Post
    They both also smell "alcoholic" to me.

    I really hate the smell of an "alcoholic"!

 

 
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