Question About Quick Detailers & Spray Waxes

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charlie brown

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Hello,



I live in an apartment now and can no longer wash my car with the time and space to do it properly, so i have to settle for the local hand car wash.



I'm looking for a good spray detailer or spray wax (not sure of the difference) that i can apply after taking it to the car wash. Hoping for something that will add a nice deep gloss but also add some protection.



I dont want to use a traditional rub on/off wax because i'm not doing the wash myself and dont want to rub any remaining grime into the paint. Think these sprays have some cleaning, non scratching qualities right?



Am i expecting too much? Any product recomendations?





I've read good things about Opti Seal - Think that would fit my needs?
 
Optimum's Opti-Seal & Car Wax are both great products. And super easy to use. Once you use a Wipe On Walk Away (WOWA) product you'll be hooked.
 
I like the Megs Ultimate spray wax if you are looking for a over the counter Spray. It beads well and will last at least your next wash. About once a month for me since I garage my cars in So Cal. Never tried the Optimum spray although it gets a lot of press on this forum
 
Are there any concerns with applying these sprays on a car that i didnt wash myself?



I'm a little worried about how clean it will be after the wash and dont want to rub grit into the paint (not to mention i'd have to drive it back from the car wash first also)



I know detail sprays have some cleaning anti/scratching properties - does the same apply to these?
 
I'd look at Waterless and No - Rinse products to wash your cars yourself. No rinse products like Optimum no rinse (ONR) don't need a hose and just 2 gallons of water in a bucket to wash your car and do a great job. Waterless washes (like opticlean, HD, etc) are like quick detailers on steroids. You can literally wash your car with a spray bottle and a good microfiber towel.



The local 'hand wash' place may be good or it may not. I'd rather do it myself and know what's going on.
 
Get some Optimum No Rinse and Optimum Car wax. Once you get proficient, you can wash/wax a car in 30 minutes, about the same time it will take you to get to the (crappy) wash place and back.
 
yakky said:
Get some Optimum No Rinse and Optimum Car wax. Once you get proficient, you can wash/wax a car in 30 minutes, about the same time it will take you to get to the (crappy) wash place and back.
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Thanks everyones input. Rather than give a long explanation of my reason and housing situation please let me keep it simple and ask what would you recommend assuming washing the car with a bucket is not an option?



I dont think it would be an issue to use a detailing spray after a typical menu car wash, so i'm wondering what would be similar but also offer some protection?
 
Optimum, HD, Chemical Guys, Adams, and others all offer waterless wash products that will handle a surprising amount of dirt. Just spray on, wipe off, and apply a spray wax. 30 minutes, no bucket, and all in your hands and schedule.
 
cptzippy said:
Optimum, HD, Chemical Guys, Adams, and others all offer waterless wash products that will handle a surprising amount of dirt. Just spray on, wipe off, and apply a spray wax. 30 minutes, no bucket, and all in your hands and schedule.
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I use No rinse at 4 oz per half gallon as a quick detailer with 3 -4 oz of spray wax mixed in. It is great for the daily drivers. I apply it with a half gallon garden sprayer whick costs about $7. I use this in between washes which are about once a month. This takes about ten minutes per car if you are not doing the wheels
 
I have LOVED Duragloss Aquawax for the last four years that I've used it. I found out about it here and read numerous good reviews on it, now I always have some on hand and use it after every 1-2 washes. I love this stuff and will use it until they stop making it or I die, whichever comes first.
 
Megs Ultimate is pretty awesome for something you can get anywhere i.e. Wal-Mart or Target! Zaino Z8,Surf City Speed Demon,and Duragloss AutoWax are awesome too. Zaino Z8 and Speed Demon look awesome on top of anything I've tried.



I also want to try Optimum's spray wax and Mother's FX eventually!
 
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