Optimum Poli-Seal vs. 3D Speed (all-in-one comparison)

**dfoxengr** · 08-05-2013, 11:52 AM

I`ve always like the idea of an all in one (mild polishing abrasives w/ LSP protection), especially for single stage paints, and I started using OPS (optimum poli-seal) earlier this year. I just picked up some 3D speed to test against and here is what I found:

Decided to try out my new Flex 3403 lightweight rotary (1st time with any rotary) with LC white pad.

Wanted a quick test on something that would show good results for what I`m after with this type of product so I did half/half on my 7 y/o, never maintained truck toolbox (black powdercoat).

OPS:

Initially looked like less (no) dusting, though slightly harder to cleanup (marginal)

Good durability (~2months, known from previous use on an outdoor only-vehicle)

Good cut (fine polishing) ability for what the product is, pretty good swirl removal on the other vehicle I`ve used it on that lives outdoors.

Slight chemical smell, not bad at all.

Slight yellowish stainig of white pads, liveable

--Overall, what I wanted initially.

3D Speed:

Slight dusting, but easier wipeup than OPS

Unknown durability so far

Better cut than OPS and finishes just as good

Grape smell (normally I don`t like grape smell, think Dimetap, but this was actually ok)

Pink staining of white pads (My biggest complaint about this product)

--Overall I like it better than OPS, though both are great products.

NOTE TAPELINE DOWN THE MIDDLE:

**Alfisti** · 08-14-2013, 09:02 AM

Thanks for the review. Strangely, I get no cut from OPS, just some chemical cleaning.

**Dan** · 08-14-2013, 10:45 AM

Speed is better overall except for durability. Poliseal is not great in that respect either, but it is better. They are both good one step products for a quick cleanup. Both need to be topped to be durable.

**cobraa** · 12-01-2013, 10:26 AM

whats the durability like with Speed ? 1-2 month?

**House of Wax** · 12-03-2013, 06:26 PM

Very interested to hear about durability on speed as well

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**David Fermani** · 12-03-2013, 06:53 PM

Originally Posted by cobraa

whats the durability like with Speed ? 1-2 month?

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Durability can vary depending on the environment the vehicle is exposed to. Here is a thread I did showing HD Speed after to months:

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http://www.autopia.org/forum/topic/1...-month-review/

**imported_Bence** · 12-08-2013, 08:55 PM

dfoxengr, OPS is supposed to work without any residue. If you experienced residue you had to wipe off, you were using faaar too much.

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At first it`s a bit difficult to believe you`re not dry buffing with OPS, but the feel you get from the pad will tell you the exact action what happens under the pad.

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That`s the genius in the Optimum system because the OPS can and will absorb the residue of the Polish (= no cleanup), it won`t leave its own (= no cleanup), and you can go over it with OCW or OOS (just a quick SOWO or WOWA action). Done.

**The Enforcer** · 12-08-2013, 10:31 PM

OPS has a terrible shelf life. I had a bottle completely separate after sitting for a few months, it would not mix back up at all. Boguht another bottle and it did the same thing. I`ll def never purchase OPS again. I was very disappointed, as all other Optimum products I have are great.

**dfoxengr** · 12-09-2013, 04:37 PM

it wasn`t much residue, but I did see some. I think you`re right I was using too much because I thought it was dry. I`ll have to use it again soon to get it right.

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I also noticed my bottle separated, but violent shaking got it mixed back up.

**justin30513** · 01-03-2014, 02:42 PM

OPS vs. HD Speed.....no comparison.....HD Speed all the way.

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Better cut, clean up, and durability in a TON of different enviroments.

Really good on glass too.

**bunkeroo26** · 01-05-2014, 08:11 PM

what does dfox say?

Well I say that he linked some photos that were log in only.

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You should right click the photos and copy image location.

You likening the HD product to Dimetab has me curious.....

Oddly enough I love the smell of grape.` Theres another HD product that

smells just like bubblegum.` Yum Yum

**Nutbread** · 01-06-2014, 10:20 AM

Originally Posted by The Enforcer

OPS has a terrible shelf life. I had a bottle completely separate after sitting for a few months, it would not mix back up at all. Boguht another bottle and it did the same thing. I`ll def never purchase OPS again. I was very disappointed, as all other Optimum products I have are great.

I had the same problem with the 32 oz. bottles, but don`t experience it with the 8oz. bottles. Weird.

**Woob** · 01-06-2014, 11:25 AM

Used OPS/HD Speed/GPS. Would say GPS is a better substitute with Rupes nowadays. However I am loving the overall ease of use / cut of HD Speed at the moment! Very economical and runs after to Poxy very easily.