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Old Jan 8, 2015 | 12:47 PM
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Rinseless/Waterless...BF vs Pinnacle vs Optimum

Are they all great. One better bang for the buck?
Is it FORD vs Chevy?....

I am leaning towards the Pinnacle rinsless kit plus they have Carnuba in their wash.

Also I seem to really dig their soveirn wax reviews!

I'd like to stick with one brand for in general probably at least for ext stuff.

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Old Jan 8, 2015 | 06:04 PM
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I like Pinnacle products. Or even better, just go for the Griot's products!
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Old Jan 8, 2015 | 10:12 PM
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I've only used Optimum....
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Old Jan 9, 2015 | 07:47 AM
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You've mentioned some great products and I don't think you can go wrong with any of them. However, for the best bang for the buck, ppl seems to love the Ultima.

Ultima Waterless Wash Plus+ Concentrate, concentrated waterless auto wash, waterless car wash
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Old Jan 12, 2015 | 11:25 AM
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I have the Pinnacle Waterless Wash Concentrate with Carnauba.

Pinnacle Liquid Crystal Waterless Wash Concentrate with Carnauba, waterless car wash, eco friendly car wash products

I picked it up to use on my Oldsmobiles, in an attempt to embrace technology and not have to use the hose around rust prone areas that have difficulty drying, like an old vinyl top.

I like the fact that a little goes a long way, with a 1:32 dilution ratio. It also has a nice tropical smell, like Pina Colada.

Although the main reason I got it was to use on the old cars, I've used it a few times on the TSX also, and I think it does a great job.

With CBP, you can really see any imperfections, streaks, etc. It buffed off well and left a great shine. I can't say if it added any shine to what I had, as I normally have Collinite 845 or 476 on the cars, but I like it and will buy it again.

It helps if you score some on BOGO or with a substantial %off sale!
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Old Feb 3, 2015 | 03:45 PM
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Originally Posted by damaged442
I have the Pinnacle Waterless Wash Concentrate with Carnauba.

Pinnacle Liquid Crystal Waterless Wash Concentrate with Carnauba, waterless car wash, eco friendly car wash products

I picked it up to use on my Oldsmobiles, in an attempt to embrace technology and not have to use the hose around rust prone areas that have difficulty drying, like an old vinyl top.

I like the fact that a little goes a long way, with a 1:32 dilution ratio. It also has a nice tropical smell, like Pina Colada.

Although the main reason I got it was to use on the old cars, I've used it a few times on the TSX also, and I think it does a great job.

With CBP, you can really see any imperfections, streaks, etc. It buffed off well and left a great shine. I can't say if it added any shine to what I had, as I normally have Collinite 845 or 476 on the cars, but I like it and will buy it again.

It helps if you score some on BOGO or with a substantial %off sale!
OK, I just bought a 2012 TL and I want to take care of it. Its like 3 degrees outside and my car is in the garage covered in salty/dusty mix.(its really not that bad. The car has not seen snow since I ve gotten it. But Ive driven on some salty streets. ) I can use this stuff to wipe it down ?
I want to find some solution for the winter that is for a low maintenance dude like me. Hence the silver
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Old Feb 5, 2015 | 08:34 AM
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I'm jealous, as mine is covered in a salty/sandy LAYER! You realistically cannot tell what color my car is, and that is not an exaggeration.

If it is just a light dusting and there is nothing major stuck to the paint, I would definitely use it.

Have you used a waterless before?
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Old Feb 5, 2015 | 01:18 PM
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Originally Posted by damaged442
I'm jealous, as mine is covered in a salty/sandy LAYER! You realistically cannot tell what color my car is, and that is not an exaggeration.

If it is just a light dusting and there is nothing major stuck to the paint, I would definitely use it.

Have you used a waterless before?
Nope never. I would think I can just get a nice microfiber cloth and wipe it down no ?
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Old Feb 5, 2015 | 02:30 PM
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You will need quite a few MF cloths, don't try doing an entire car with one. Fold it in half twice. Start at the top of the car and spray liberally. Lightly wipe in one direction while lifting up on MF cloth. This will make sure you are not just rubbing the dirt into your paint. Flip cloth to other side and wipe again.

Go one panel at a time. Like I said, spray liberally. You are trying to keep the panel as well lubricated as possible to prevent inducing scratches and swirls. Each wipe gets a new clean section of the MF cloth. Wipe, flip, fold again to clean side. The way you fold it should give you 8 clean sections. After all 8 sections of the MF are dirty, get another clean one.

After each panel is clean, you can buff with another clean MF.

Done and done. Enjoy your clean car and a beverage of choice.
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Old Feb 7, 2015 | 07:50 AM
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Originally Posted by damaged442
You will need quite a few MF cloths, don't try doing an entire car with one. Fold it in half twice. Start at the top of the car and spray liberally. Lightly wipe in one direction while lifting up on MF cloth. This will make sure you are not just rubbing the dirt into your paint. Flip cloth to other side and wipe again.

Go one panel at a time. Like I said, spray liberally. You are trying to keep the panel as well lubricated as possible to prevent inducing scratches and swirls. Each wipe gets a new clean section of the MF cloth. Wipe, flip, fold again to clean side. The way you fold it should give you 8 clean sections. After all 8 sections of the MF are dirty, get another clean one.

After each panel is clean, you can buff with another clean MF.

Done and done. Enjoy your clean car and a beverage of choice.
cool any recommendations on microfiber cloths ? Will any due as long as I have a lot of them ?
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Old Feb 7, 2015 | 11:36 AM
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Optimum also has a with wax formula.

i've used both the OG ONR and the ONRW. i like the one with wax, use it all the time.
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Old Feb 12, 2015 | 12:11 PM
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Surprisingly, the Turtle Wax Rinseless was said to be pretty decent.
So if you need something quick, Turtle Wax is an option.
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Old Mar 2, 2015 | 09:09 AM
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Originally Posted by C8N
Surprisingly, the Turtle Wax Rinseless was said to be pretty decent.
So if you need something quick, Turtle Wax is an option.

I've used (click)
Optimum No Rinse Wash & Wax Optimum No Rinse Wash & Wax
as well as we as http://www.autogeek.net/duragloss-rinseless-wash.html - I'm not sure I favor one over the other - both work quite well.
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Old Apr 14, 2015 | 11:21 AM
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FYI guys. I used this one I got from Amazon. Its pretty good, but you have to buff it a bit to get the smears off. Its not as good as a full normal wash but its pretty damn close. I am going to try the optimum with Wax next.
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Old Apr 17, 2015 | 01:25 PM
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Does anyone use the Optimum with Wax just as a quick detailer ? Like put a bit in a 16 oz spray bottle and use that ? If so how much to of the ONRWW do you put in the spray bottle ?
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Old Apr 17, 2015 | 01:41 PM
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8oz of ONR per gallon of water for QD
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Old Apr 17, 2015 | 03:59 PM
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Originally Posted by C8N
8oz of ONR per gallon of water for QD
OK. so 1 oz for every 16 oz of water. That seems like a lot considering 2 drops makes 4 buckets. I know you have to be a little more concntrated...but that seems like a LOT more concentrated no ?
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