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Reddit mentions of Optimum (CW2006G) Car Wash - 1 Gallon
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Reddit mentions: 2
We found 2 Reddit mentions of Optimum (CW2006G) Car Wash - 1 Gallon. Here are the top ones.
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Highly concentrated for rich lather and powerful, safe cleaning of all exterior automobile surfacesDoes not remove or affect existing wax or polymer sealants, to preserve existing shine and protectionOptimum Car Wash is pH neutral and contains only biodegradable ingredients so it's easy on your hands and the environmentUse only 1/2 ounce per gallon for premium cleaning at a value pricePreferred by elite car collectors for the cleanest yet safest results
Specs:
Height | 4.4 Inches |
Length | 11.5 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Release date | November 2013 |
Size | 1 Gallon |
Weight | 0.25 Pounds |
Width | 7.2 Inches |
First of all, here's a link with some pictures: https://imgur.com/a/DdDMX8f
I just bought this car two weekends ago and I'm stoked. I have washed it once (normal two-bucket method, no polish/wax). I'm going to plan for a more in-depth detail this coming or the following weekend, so I'm planning on making some purchases and wanted to run them by you guys! My general plan is do a foam cannon spray, rest a little bit, rinse, decontaminate w/ Griot's Speed Shine and Griot's Synthetic Clay.
After decontamination, in the long run, I would like to put a coat of CQuartz. Beforehand, obviously, I need to remove as many of the swirls/scratches as possible. I don't have any experience yet with compounding/polishing so do you think I should try it first before buying the CQuartz, or should I just go for it?
Here's what I'd like to buy:
I already have some good stuff for cleaning wheels and I've been using Griot's Interior Detailer for the interior and it seems to be doing a good enough job. The interior isn't very dirty so just light cleaning suffices.
As for CQuartz prep, before I am more confident in the paint correction process, should I apply a wax after polishing, or will that just make it more of a pain in the ass to decontaminate the paint when I decide to apply CQuartz in the next month or so? FYI, I'm going to be reading the DA polishing guides on this sub before I buy anything related to that.
Any comments or suggestions on things I have selected?
Thanks!
> wheel cleaner plus would be an infrequent use, not every time. D143 would be your every-time use.
So, should I get both or just Meguiar's D143?
> griots fast correcting cream and a microfiber cutting pad from meguiars for the cutting portion of the polishing. replaces 105 and maybe the heaviest foam pad, but i'd just get a microfiber cutting pad in addition to the others.
Would you happen to have a link to both? I am a little confused on what those are.
> Meguiar's D120 glass cleaner concentrate instead of rainx glass cleaner. a gallon will last you the rest of your life. (dilute 1:10)
Seems like a lot, but I guess it is more worth it in the long run.
> a more neutral soap like Adam's or Optimum's. Gold Class has wax additives.
These are a little more expensive (unless I am looking at the wrong one). Is Optimum Car Wash CW2006G the correct one?
> as for concerns: do not use D143 on plastics. don't spray it on the wheel wells either. wheels only. yes you can use optibond on all plastics
Should I stick with Meguiar's D101 in for the plastics, wheel wells, and wheels?
> 303 Aerospace will protect your dashboard. Leatherique has a good conditioner but really you're not going to be able to stop creases from forming.
What would be a recommended cleaner for either/both? Should I use 303 Aerospace Protectant on with the leather conditioner as well? Should I get both the Leatherique Leather Rejuvenator/Prestine Clean or just the Leatherique Prestine Clean?