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I'm curious what people do not like about this product??
In my case, it is not about dis liking the product, as I have never used it.
When I can get the same, or better results at less money, and time with a different product, it makes more sense to stay away from Chadwicks products.
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Originally Posted by Roddy13
I'm curious what people do not like about this product??
More often than not, it's because they haven't tried it. I was like many here when Neal first introduced his product on the forum, highly skeptical. I mean come on, whoever heard of a car care product for the exterior that it didn't need to be washed first? People have been washing their cars/waxing them the conventional way for over a century. It's a tried and true system that works. Is it the best? Opinions vary....
What I can tell you from using CTP for many years now, is that it is the REAL DEAL. The paint correction system or applying CTP for the first time will take some extra time, how long depends on the person. I just know that after that first application, cleaning with CTP is an absolute breeze compared to washing and waxing. People say they can wash and wax in 45 minutes and do a decent job?? Good luck with that.. That 45 minutes is generally my time frame for doing the paint only, and to me that's the biggie.... What sold me was never having to worry about water spots from washing, and having a black car, it was the way to go.
I have the luxury of delivering some of the most exotic cars on the planet to dealerships and private owners across the nation, and I've personally picked up/delivered cars to Lamborghini of Palm Beach where Neal's product is used, and they rave about.
Nothing wrong with the conventional system, and using multiple products to achieve a great luster and depth in paint. I'm a steadfast believer in CTP for the beautiful results it achieves in relatively short time, without breaking my back to do it.
Chadwick's Triple Play results after 4 years of use....
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More often than not, it's because they haven't tried it. I was like many here when Neal first introduced his product on the forum, highly skeptical. I mean come on, whoever heard of a car care product for the exterior that it didn't need to be washed first? People have been washing their cars/waxing them the conventional way for over a century. It's a tried and true system that works. Is it the best? Opinions vary....
What I can tell you from using CTP for many years now, is that it is the REAL DEAL. The paint correction system or applying CTP for the first time will take some extra time, how long depends on the person. I just know that after that first application, cleaning with CTP is an absolute breeze compared to washing and waxing. People say they can wash and wax in 45 minutes and do a decent job?? Good luck with that.. That 45 minutes is generally my time frame for doing the paint only, and to me that's the biggie.... What sold me was never having to worry about water spots from washing, and having a black car, it was the way to go.
I have the luxury of delivering some of the most exotic cars on the planet to dealerships and private owners across the nation, and I've personally picked up/delivered cars to Lamborghini of Palm Beach where Neal's product is used, and they rave about.
Nothing wrong with the conventional system, and using multiple products to achieve a great luster and depth in paint. I'm a steadfast believer in CTP for the beautiful results it achieves in relatively short time, without breaking my back to do it.
Chadwick's Triple Play results after 4 years of use....
Ok, so your car looks nice, but not any nicer than mine.
So I have to ask, why go through the expense, and triple stage work,and product, to get the same result that I get without all that?
Sure, in the beginning I had to clay the finish to get it contaminant free, but that is where the similarity stops.
Once a good coat of turtle wax is applied, clear water and proper drying is all that is needed.
My honest opinion is that Chadwicks, and any of those expensive detailing products, are nothing more than hype to empty one's wallet.
When one can obtain the same, or better results with a much less expensive product, that is less time consuming,I can only add, the proof is in the results.
Some may comment that the more expensive products give longer protection, as opposed to products like turtle wax.
Can't speak for other products, but turtle wax leaves a coating that has shown to last long periods of time.
I stated earlier that I wax my vehicles twice a year.
Not that the original wax has given up on protecting the finish, but as a matter of principal, I have always waxed my vehicles , my entire life, twice a year, whether they needed it or not.
SO, as I stated in another post in this thread, continue using your more expensive products, if that's what gets you through the day.
Bob, you're a pretty funny guy. Thanks for the entertaining replies. If plumbers putty and turtle wax works for you, awesome!
I've tried all those traditional methods and products before, on my old cars. They all had plenty of shine and reflection, but up close, they still had those damn damn swirls and scratches. They were the typical "two footer" finishes. From two feet away, awesone!!!
Now that I've had a chance to use CTP, there is no more "two footer". Theres also no more wax on wax off, damn, i got some in the cracks of the quarter panel, or the edge of the hood, etc. Now I simply spray, wipe, buff with the back side of the microfiber, done. Nothing, and i mean nothing has given me a finish like this.
You can certainly make your claims that yiur method is better, and produces a better result, but I'm calling BS. Why, you might ask? Because I've read, and have seen first hand what CTP does. I've read it from hundreds of users. Yoir method.... one testimonial. Yours. Ive used clay bar. Ive used turtle wax. Ive used NuFinish. Ive used..... lots of products.
Keep on with your methods, start your own threads about the mirror finish you got. Im willing to bet i won't reply with how my method is better and you're wasting your time. If it works for you, kudos to you. This method works for me, and obviously for others too. I personally wouldn't rub plumbers putty and then use turtle wax, or most of those traditional paste waxes on my car or truck. I know the work involved with those products, and i know the work involved with CTP. No comparison.
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Originally Posted by calguy
Ok, so your car looks nice, but not any nicer than mine.
So I have to ask, why go through the expense, and triple stage work,and product, to get the same result that I get without all that?
Sure, in the beginning I had to clay the finish to get it contaminant free, but that is where the similarity stops.
Once a good coat of turtle wax is applied, clear water and proper drying is all that is needed.
My honest opinion is that Chadwicks, and any of those expensive detailing products, are nothing more than hype to empty one's wallet.
When one can obtain the same, or better results with a much less expensive product, that is less time consuming,I can only add, the proof is in the results.
Some may comment that the more expensive products give longer protection, as opposed to products like turtle wax.
Can't speak for other products, but turtle wax leaves a coating that has shown to last long periods of time.
I stated earlier that I wax my vehicles twice a year.
Not that the original wax has given up on protecting the finish, but as a matter of principal, I have always waxed my vehicles , my entire life, twice a year, whether they needed it or not.
SO, as I stated in another post in this thread, continue using your more expensive products, if that's what gets you through the day.
Me, I like saving money, and I hate wasting it.
Bob.
Bob....You're missing the point. I'm not here to get into a pissing contest over who's car has the better shine. Somewhere along the line, someone always has something that's better. Your car obviously looks good. There's no denying that. The OP made a thread based on results he achieved with Chadwick's and I have to say I'm not surprised at what he accomplished, great job BAT, it turned out beautiful, that's some serious deep luster....
Chadwicks's on a daily basis use would get expensive but, for those of us that don't, it's time and cost effective. I spend $150.00 every 2-3 years to detail 4 Vettes. That's 4 years of not using a drop of water, which we all pay for in some form or another. I don't like wasting money or time for that matter, and IMO and results, Chadwick's delivers great results saving both.
You keep right on using Turtle Wax, it obviously is a good product and you like the results and it shows. Like BAT said, we've been there doing the routine you've done, and have had our fill of it. Try Chadwick's first before knocking it...
I've never used their products before. Could you please describe what the paint correction phase entails?
Like mentioned, Chadwick's has instructional video's on their web site. It's a simple 3 step process. Each pad is numbered and the corresponding polish bottle is also numbered (pad #1 is used with bottle #1, pad #2 used with bottle #2). Its really THAT easy.
Love Chadwicks, I have been a user for over a year now, and Neil is a great guy and amazing customer service.
Everyone that sees my car, asks me what I use and I tell them. I can honestly say I have used many things over the years and detailed cars professionally for 10 years and my car has never looked better. I was amazed at just what the Triple play did to my car then I get the paint correction system and its better then when it drove off the showroom.
BAT your car looks great.
I have used chadwicks for several years now on my Vette...Sebring Silver so the shine isn't as impressive as yours, but I think it does a very nice job on the silver too.
I've been using CTP for over 2 years now and love it. in the past I always clayed the car, degreased and then put a coat of Rejex on 2 days in a row. This process took many hours and the car came out great !! But in 20 minutes using CTP I get as good if not better results !! As far as cost I find that I use very little product when I do an application. I'd rather be driving my car than washing it and waxing it for hours like I used to do. Give it a try I think it's well worth the cost !
I've been using CTP for over 2 years now and love it. in the past I always clayed the car, degreased and then put a coat of Rejex on 2 days in a row. This process took many hours and the car came out great !! But in 20 minutes using CTP I get as good if not better results !! As far as cost I find that I use very little product when I do an application. I'd rather be driving my car than washing it and waxing it for hours like I used to do. Give it a try I think it's well worth the cost !
Hi. Can you use any microfiber towels or buy his? Thanks for the advice in advance. If his, how many towels for a car
06-11-2017, 06:53 AM
Chadwicks is great stuff 
That thing is absolutely stunning. 
