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Old 07-13-07, 08:01 PM
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Which one is better (for a black car if it makes any difference)?

Meguiars Quik Detailer or Mothers Showtime

And why?




Old 07-13-07, 08:13 PM
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I would use a quick detailer for cleaning up dust, but I wouldn't rely on it for somewhat dramatic changes. Both will do it's job, but many have used the Meguiars more than the Mothers.

I dont notice any difference with either one when it comes to cleaning abilities.
Old 07-13-07, 08:35 PM
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You should try the Meguiars Ultimate Quick Detailer. It should be available in stores by now.
Old 07-13-07, 10:05 PM
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I've used a number of different products. Right now, I'm using Adams and liking the results. To be honest, there is a variety of products in this area that all do great jobs. I also like "Slick stuff from The Wax Shop.




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I have used both Megs and Mothers and others such as Clay Magic Bodyshone #49 etc. Between Megs an Mother's. I prefer Mothers. I also use Duragloss Aquawax as a QD

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Old 07-14-07, 03:29 AM
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Another vote here for Aquawax...the stuff is amazing.
But to answer your question, I prefer Megs over Mothers.
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I have a preference for megs stuff so 1+ for megs
Old 07-14-07, 03:02 PM
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This is the one you will remember.

Old 07-14-07, 04:05 PM
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zanio detail wax spray ftw :P
Old 07-19-07, 09:13 PM
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I've only heard good things about the Megs UQD. Haven't tried it personally, though. I use Zaino Z-8 Gloss Enhancer and Poorboy's Spray & Wipe.
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+1 on Meguiar's, won't notice any big difference between the Mother's though so whichever is cheaper
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one question:

If the Ultimate QD works so well, why bother to WAX????
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because the UQD doesn't have the same protecting qualities of a proper wax.

quick detailers are meant for touching up.
Old 07-25-07, 06:57 PM
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i swear by ANY meguiars product and i use them all. their quik detailer works amazing and it works well in ALL situations.. i use it when i get water spots on the paint or if a bird decides it wants to crap all over my car.
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