Does UPGP Work?

Legacy99 said:
Rob, I've used OS for sometime, but it doesn't come close to UPGP as far as looks. It might win in the durability dept, but like I said, durability means nothing to me.
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Considering all the LSP's I have used over the years, I would say that I have a hard time believing that any sealant would be that much better in looks than another, to the point where you could say "it doesn't come close" in terms of looks.



I am of the opinion that the vast majority of the final look and wetness of the paint is in the prep.
 
Rob Tomlin said:
Considering all the LSP's I have used over the years, I would say that I have a hard time believing that any sealant would be that much better in looks than another, to the point where you could say "it doesn't come close" in terms of looks.



I am of the opinion that the vast majority of the final look and wetness of the paint is in the prep.
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You are correct again. Prep is the most important thing in getting good end results. However, the fact remains that I did not get the kind of gloss with OS as I did with UPGP and oh I forgot 1X DWG. BTW you did say you haven't tried UPGP, correct?
 
Legacy99 said:
You are correct again. Prep is the most important thing in getting good end results. However, the fact remains that I did not get the kind of gloss with OS as I did with UPGP and oh I forgot 1X DWG. BTW you did say you haven't tried UPGP, correct?
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Correct, I have not tried UPGP, but I would like to. Then again, I have been so happy/satisfied with OS that I don't feel a huge urge to try UPGP. I most definitely do not have an issue with OS not giving me good gloss. In fact, it looks pretty darn glossy! :up
 
Rob Tomlin said:
Correct, I have not tried UPGP, but I would like to. Then again, I have been so happy/satisfied with OS that I don't feel a huge urge to try UPGP. I most definitely do not have an issue with OS not giving me good gloss. In fact, it looks pretty darn glossy! :up
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Rob, what are you applying OS over? I'm sure you are happy with the results, but if your like me, always looking for that something extra. Any pictures of your ride?
 
Legacy99 said:
Rob, what are you applying OS over? I'm sure you are happy with the results, but if your like me, always looking for that something extra. Any pictures of your ride?
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I am not applying OS over anything. I polished with SIP and 106FF, then straight to OS.



So far I am only using the OS on my Yellow Protege5. There are a couple of pics (though not great) in these threads:





Menzerna SIP and 106FF = Holy Grail! - Autopia.org



http://www.autopia.org/forum/detailing-product-discussion/105648-opti-seal-5-month-review.html



Bence said:
Agree totally. BTW I'm expecting no less from OOS: A recent Opti-Sealed vehicle - Optimum Forum
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Nice! Black paint too. :cooleek:
 
DJBAILEY said:
Why are all the 'WOW' pictures of UPGP seem to be using difuse indirect light like under a canopy? You don't see many full sun shots.
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That type of lighting is the best way to show the wetness of the paint. Making paint look wet in direct sunlight is more difficult, but DetailDoc seemed quite successful in that regard in his thread with UPGP.
 
Legacy99 said:
Rob, what are you applying OS over? I'm sure you are happy with the results, but if your like me, always looking for that something extra. Any pictures of your ride?
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Paint prep and that body style are why the pic looks soo wet. You'd probably get the same from OS on that particular car. Scottwax did a black one with Zaino a few months back that looked as good. Not knocking your ride or product choice, but I think it's more about your perfect condition than product applied. How many miles one that? Daily driver? Garage kept? Looks absolutely fantastic!
 
DJBAILEY said:
Why are all the 'WOW' pictures of UPGP seem to be using difuse indirect light like under a canopy? You don't see many full sun shots.
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Direct sun light pics below, looks pretty wet even two weeks after application and two washes with Ultima Paint Guard Wash.



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So, do most buy the 4 oz @ $35 or pop for the 12 oz @ $75? Says the 4oz will give about 20 applications but looks like everyone puts on multiple coats (seems like most obsessively can't help themselves)...



Just curious before opening the wallet.
 
ricka said:
So, do most buy the 4 oz @ $35 or pop for the 12 oz @ $75? Says the 4oz will give about 20 applications but looks like everyone puts on multiple coats (seems like most obsessively can't help themselves)...



Just curious before opening the wallet.
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I have about 50 applications out of my 4 oz. bottle and I have only used about 1/3 of it!



I would suggest the 4 oz. bottle unless you are a professional who will use it everyday.
 
Shuskan3 said:
I have about 50 applications out of my 4 oz. bottle and I have only used about 1/3 of it!



I would suggest the 4 oz. bottle unless you are a professional who will use it everyday.
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Excellent...thank you for the reply. Looking forward to trying it out. I do like the fact you spray directly on the pad. I've used the same technique with QD on a MF towel when removing light dust. No streaking and you tend to apply with very light pressure rather than wiping.
 
ricka said:
So, do most buy the 4 oz @ $35 or pop for the 12 oz @ $75? Says the 4oz will give about 20 applications but looks like everyone puts on multiple coats (seems like most obsessively can't help themselves)...



Just curious before opening the wallet.
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You can easily do more than 20 applications with that 4 oz bottle. This stuff is like nothing I have ever used before, a little really goes a long way. Yes, we UPGP people get very obsessive compulsive about applying this stuff because it is super easy.
 
detaildoc said:
You can easily do more than 20 applications with that 4 oz bottle. This stuff is like nothing I have ever used before, a little really goes a long way. Yes, we UPGP people get very obsessive compulsive about applying this stuff because it is super easy.
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Hey Doc, if I put a nuba over UPGP can I reapply UPGP over it?
 
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