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Old 08-06-18, 04:47 PM
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Originally Posted by SeanO
I've got both ech20 and reload on order right now. I'll most likely mix a 1:1:20 ratio to start considering I just applied Hydro2 last week. But if all goes well the next batch I will step up the reload and see how it goes as well. Either way I like the idea of having the waterless wash I'm sure I'll mix down a separate bottle of that to detail a not too dirty of a car.
That's the ratio I'm using for a QD/Drying aid. I still prefer a rinseless wash over a waterless wash, but the gloss/slickness on ECH2O is amazing.
Old 08-23-18, 03:06 PM
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Just wanted to post that I've been using the "blue juice" mixture of 1oz. echo2, 2 oz. of reload, and 20 oz of distilled water.

And the results are absolutely amazing.. I spray my mf towel to get it moist and then spray down the panel itself.. wipe 90% and then flip over MF towel to dry side or use a new one.. I usually spray the new MF with just one spray so its not dry MF on my paint.

I was also wondering - when it comes to polishing your car when Hydro2 is applied.. Do i just polish right through the hydro2?

There are a few small spots that got missed/ I would like to touch up a bit more but I just applied Hydro2
Old 08-24-18, 07:56 AM
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Originally Posted by SeanO
There are a few small spots that got missed/ I would like to touch up a bit more but I just applied Hydro2
Yes you would have to apply Hydro2 again.
Old 08-24-18, 05:30 PM
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Originally Posted by GSteg
Yes you would have to apply Hydro2 again.
This I am aware of.. My question was do I just polish right through the Hydro2 sealant to get to my clearcoat?
Old 08-24-18, 05:58 PM
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In theory if the coating is still there then no reason to paint correct. You can polish out the coating same as you would the clear coat. I have not found the need to yet but I'm careful in my washing technique.
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Yeah my issue was a few spots got missed during my paint correction.. I noticed a few spots I'd like to touch up with some polish but i've since applied hydro2. I'll be ordering a porter cable DA polisher this week sometime and give it a try shortly after I get it.. It could have been me that caused the swirls with a MF towel wiping off the panels although I'm always gentle.. obsidian so soft such a pita
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Originally Posted by SeanO
This I am aware of.. My question was do I just polish right through the Hydro2 sealant to get to my clearcoat?
Misread your question. Yes, just polish the spot you need corrected. The polish will remove the hydro2 before it gets to the clearcoat.
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Old 09-07-18, 02:21 PM
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I’m bringing my caviar for its first wash and hand wax. It’s the $100 package from a detailer with good reviews. I wonder if for a modest sum I could get him to also apply this product, and if so, should I?

would it go on before or after the hand wax?


For $65 you get a spray rather than hand wax. Maybe it’s enough to do this?

Thanks.
Old 09-08-18, 06:38 AM
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You would want to apply Hydro2 before a wax.

The wax will likely remove it though. The point of this product is It replaces a wax.
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