steelwind101 Posted June 19, 2008 Report Share Posted June 19, 2008 Hey Guys, After having that QD+ for a while im really impressed, i still cant shake all the junk off the bottom and its still almost too yummy to pass up a swig of. Its ability to enhance what is below it is amazing! Here is CMW that was really almost past it: Pearls unhindered in the sun: Shady shots are reflective and deep: But this is the second application of QD+ two weeks in a row. It seems to bead strongly but it doesnt disperse the water very well when you soak the car. I have loved these type of spray waxes/top ups for some time and purchased Souveran spray wax before the winter. Souveran spray wax does look good but i feel it changes the looks of what it goes over too much. However QD+ is much more like a QD in that it doesnt change things so much as it just boosts them. I have to say its either my application or a drawback of the product. First you spray it on a panel and you spread it around. At which point you can see some smearing. Flip the cloth and buff to a rich, glossy, deep finish. It seems like its just to easy to miss bits, windows seem to get little dots of product as well as the plastic surrounds. There is residue on the plastic headlamp cover, i often walk around the car the next day and see these "smears". They wipe off easy enough but its a bit of pain. Still recommended though! Geoff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahaydock Posted June 19, 2008 Report Share Posted June 19, 2008 Thanks Geoff - may look into this one as my Vics QD is running low... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarmac_Terrorist Posted June 19, 2008 Report Share Posted June 19, 2008 It really does look to add something - very visible even on the photo's. The thing I like about QD's is the ease / speed of application. On that basis I don't think this one would be for me. I always apply QD after my weekly wash of my company car as it helps keep it cleaner longer but I always seem to be on such a tight time scale! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyliss Posted June 21, 2008 Report Share Posted June 21, 2008 Hey Guys,After having that QD+ for a while im really impressed, i still cant shake all the junk off the bottom and its still almost too yummy to pass up a swig of. Its ability to enhance what is below it is amazing! Here is CMW that was really almost past it: Pearls unhindered in the sun: Shady shots are reflective and deep: But this is the second application of QD+ two weeks in a row. It seems to bead strongly but it doesnt disperse the water very well when you soak the car. I have loved these type of spray waxes/top ups for some time and purchased Souveran spray wax before the winter. Souveran spray wax does look good but i feel it changes the looks of what it goes over too much. However QD+ is much more like a QD in that it doesnt change things so much as it just boosts them. I have to say its either my application or a drawback of the product. First you spray it on a panel and you spread it around. At which point you can see some smearing. Flip the cloth and buff to a rich, glossy, deep finish. It seems like its just to easy to miss bits, windows seem to get little dots of product as well as the plastic surrounds. There is residue on the plastic headlamp cover, i often walk around the car the next day and see these "smears". They wipe off easy enough but its a bit of pain. Still recommended though! Geoff Is this the PB's stuff Geoff?. Looking at placing an order next with Serious Performance, they now stock FK425 ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelwind101 Posted June 22, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 22, 2008 Hi Dibbs, that is indeed Poorboys QD+ its purple, the new one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexc Posted June 29, 2008 Report Share Posted June 29, 2008 Great review Geoff, QD+ hasn't had some of the publicity that some other QDs have had of late but it's definitely a great performer.... especially for the price tag! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelwind101 Posted June 29, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 29, 2008 Great review Geoff, QD+ hasn't had some of the publicity that some other QDs have had of late but it's definitely a great performer.... especially for the price tag! Thanks Alex! I have managed to improve the smear thing by moving the pip right clear over the one side where there are no desposits of product stuck to the bottom. Even thought i wasnt sucking up solid product before directly, im sure that could account for some that little problem. Like wise i have twisted the spray head to the finest setting, probably help keeps some of the solid bits back a bit more! Geoff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sven Posted July 4, 2008 Report Share Posted July 4, 2008 Steelwind, compliments with the lovely shine! I'm a PB convert too, love their products! A quick question, what do you use on your tyres? They look perfect... (Satisfied Meg's Tire Gel user myself, but always keen to learn...) TIA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelwind101 Posted July 5, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 5, 2008 Hello Sven Thanks for the compliments! IM getting on so much better with the QD+ now i made the changes above. Im sure that is Wolfgang Tyre dressing, it looks really nice and applies evenly, the matt look is lower then Megs endurance but it still has good deep feel to it. Like the Sonus stuff it gives the feel that it is tyre rather then something applied on top of the tyre. It wont last as long as the Megs does. I often use Sonus Tyre and Trim, not so good in trim, fantastic on tyres! Both get applied with foam apps. i go over the tyre once to ensure it has a good covering of product, then just keep going round tyre once or twice more to ensure thats its well worked in and takes off excess gloss. Geoff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sven Posted July 9, 2008 Report Share Posted July 9, 2008 Ah, the Wolfgang Black Diamond Tire Gel? I was already interested in the brand, looks very good this. The gloss is just right. Meg's Tire Gel too, but this looks just that little bit better, judging by the photo's. But I won't go on in your QD+ thread... (another one I still like to try - already convinced by the PB Spray & Wipe over my previous fav, the Meg's Quik Detailer). Mind if I borrow a pic to show the effect on a Dutch Detailing forum? Thanks for explaining... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelwind101 Posted July 9, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 9, 2008 Hello Sven, Feel free to use the pic, thanks for asking first. The Wolfgang line of products are great! Geoff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpsmith Posted July 10, 2008 Report Share Posted July 10, 2008 I second that! With the introduction of the new 3.0 Polishes, I very rarely stray away from the Wolfgang stable nowadays! I have no affiliation with them though...and other products are available...lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyliss Posted July 28, 2008 Report Share Posted July 28, 2008 Just used QD+ for the first time tonight...........superb !. It really does add clarity to the paintwork. I see what Geoff means by the gunk at the bottom, all I did was try to mix it up with the end of the spray head, that seemed to dislodge most. I applied it first then did a final buff with a concours towel..............SHINE ! Thanks for putting us guys wise on it Geoff. I was saying to pstevo tonight how QD's really do put our cars in league of their own ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelwind101 Posted July 29, 2008 Author Report Share Posted July 29, 2008 Dibbs! Glad you liked it, it seems that its a hidden gem out there with so many products on the market it will most likely be one for those in the know. It beads really well too, i was amazed at how it could add so much gloss and depth! I have used an inch or so of product and its alot easier to get the residue from the bottom moving around....phew! Although i doubt it mattered, in my head it was annoying. The heat has pretty much killed me looking in to new products at the moment. Ironically its storming out tonight here in London and everyone seems to have piled back in to the Detailing section! Geoff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyliss Posted August 1, 2008 Report Share Posted August 1, 2008 Agree re the storms but in a way I was glad because it put the QD+ to test, excellent beading and very little dust etc left on the car. Comparing it to Clearkote Quikshine I think the QD+ has more longevity. I tried FK 425 the other too on my wifes new VW Tiguan and that was excellent too, good shine and depth but as always I insist on a final buff once all the waters gone. Yet to try Serious Performance's own QD, that sitting on my shelf in the garage with the other 6 QD's.....LOL. Nice to have a choice though. One thing I am now starting to look for is a decent winter wax..........any help appreciated guys as always........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelwind101 Posted August 1, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 1, 2008 You cant be thinking of winter yet? HA! I guess the usual suspects like Colinite, Polycharged Souveran Liquid Wax, adds a good warmth to silver. 4 Star Paint Sealant polycharged is great too, both of the products i have mentioned come "pre-polycharged" there is nothing for you add. Zaino is in the thing on DetailingWorld having been about for ages. Its durable, strong and looks good. Duragloss sealants are easy and dependable and cheap. Aquawax can be used as your drying QD and the results are excellent. I often find the worst part of winter is Janurary onwards. Geoff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarmac_Terrorist Posted August 1, 2008 Report Share Posted August 1, 2008 I was thinking of Collinite 915 for winter. For me I believe it should offer the right blend of wet looks and durability. Fairly cheap too. I tend to ideally give the car a proper detail mid to late October and apply just an extra coat of wax in January to keep things going until end March / early April. Anyway, no point talking about Summer anymore - we haven't had one for two years now and in fairness there is only 4 weeks of potential 'proper' summer left this year! :punched: Just can't seem to keep the car looking nice for more than 24 hours this year and I think durability is therefore becoming a greater consideration. For what they're worth, I've seen a few long range winter forecasts that suggest we might be in for a shock this year! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyliss Posted August 1, 2008 Report Share Posted August 1, 2008 I'd be interested to see what the forecasts say Tarmac................ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulstevo Posted August 2, 2008 Report Share Posted August 2, 2008 The Colly 476 also gets a decent review for a winter wax...lots of people seem to like it.. Im gonna give it a run out end of August... (byw Pete still waiting on your price for your Pads ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyliss Posted August 2, 2008 Report Share Posted August 2, 2008 I think I will probably go for the colly, unsure which one though. Pads : Appreciated +++ p.s. Give the PB's QD+ a go, you wont be disappointed ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarmac_Terrorist Posted August 2, 2008 Report Share Posted August 2, 2008 I'd be interested to see what the forecasts say Tarmac................ Here's one prediction on weatheronline: Forecasts Great Britain - Scratchbox I also read a similar report on here: TheWeatherOutlook (TWO) but I cant find the report now. All a long way away though... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sven Posted August 8, 2008 Report Share Posted August 8, 2008 One other route may be: after prep: Poorboy's Black Hole/White Diamond for cosmetics, EX-P sealant for gloss and durability, to be topped with a nice carnauba wax of choice. Benefits are that you can choose a wax for it's appearance, the EX-P underneath will take care of long lasting protection. (And you still get the joy of topping up with your fav wax every now and then). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarmac_Terrorist Posted August 9, 2008 Report Share Posted August 9, 2008 I find that QD on top of the wax prolongs the wax and provides a much wetter look. This is my main reason for using QD. - plus on my Golf, it's prone to getting a dusty tail end even in dry conditions and the QD does help reduce this dust sticking to some extent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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