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Well just ordered up a new product-Hydrosilex Recharge. Can be a coating topper/extender or a standalone. Looks to be usable on all surfaces, layered for more more protection/shine. Waiting to the manufacturer to return some q's I posed. Can be used over vinyl and or clear film protection.
Stay tuned as I'll post results
From the looks of it, it should arrive today or tomorrow. Here is the response I received
First of all, thank you for trying our Recharge product. Its the first of several to come and our Recharge product is getting rave reviews from the professional detailing industry and enthusiasts such as yourself. Your question was,
"My question is in the layering. What is the recommended time between coats when using as a stand alone? Is there a point where product is just being wasted after how many applications."
Bob, here is my answer on this. Which by the way, this is an excellent question! When we developed this product, we wanted it to have the ability to be layered. The recommended time between coats when using it as a stand alone or even a maintenance coating is 1 week between coats. Using it every week will maintain the durability and in fact has made the effects of Recharge even better when used a part of a regular regimen. It doesn't repel itself and or not take to itself after so many uses, it simply layers and extends the durability and maintains the slickness.
I hope this helps answer your question. I wanted to make something that could be used by everyone. After all, why should pros get to have all of the fun? Thank you for trying Recharge and I hope it gives you the satisfaction that everyone that has tried it so far has certainly found.
Well I ordered on Thursday and received when I came home Fri night. Package arrived via USPS in a bubble envelope. I opened the package to find this
Ok very plain. I'm ok with that. I'd rather spend on product than fancy packaging.
Before I even made it outside-I decided to apply to my Stainless Steel fridge. A french door so I did one side only at first. While I did not feel any slickness,it did seem to add a richness to it. Time to test. Having boys helps. Asking them to finger print the door( usually that comes as standard for them) I found the treated side was less noticable with prints and wiped off much easier. +1
Being that it is 36 outside it's not ideal temperature conditions. I've been recovering from extensive shoulder surgery and the car is very neglected since Sept. Most if not all the the sealant I applied is gone. I can not get car up my very steep drive so it sits outside 24/7. When healthy I am an avid washaholic. How many washes can your LSP take
So I took some buckets and warm water filled with Duragloss 901 for a wash at the car wash. A thorough pre-soak and a nice wash down and all look ok. No further action as that was more than arm could take. Gentle wipe down with microfiber to dry.This is normally performed with an electric car dryer ( some people use them for leaves-go figure,the nuts) and plenty of Tequilla
I sprayed a small amount ( product not Tequilla) on each panel and wiped down,took a second wipe and made sure all was good.
No streaking at all ( and product went on and off with no effort ( CG V7 Optical comes to mind). There is virtually no smell to the product for the most part. I went over trim-glass,and paint. With the amount used I would venture 25 or more applications.
At first it didn't appear any different. Slicker than before, but not sealant slick. After a couple hours it looks glossier.
Here are a couple pics on my Cyber Gray
Flake looks good and clear
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A couple years back I laid down some vinyl on the hood. I had it left over from another job. Typically I would over laminate to add longevity, but not this time. I decided to see how the product look on the matte vinyl . Pretty good
It seemed to add a little luster back to the vinyl.
I will apply another coat in a week to see what it does as far as gloss and slickness . I will be taking my truck and will do a single layer to see how long it holds up.
At this point not a game changer in relation to other's, but an easy to use-very versatile product. For those those looking for quick and easy product to apply and remove-get very nice looks- this may be a great addition to your arsenal.
Remember this is as of a now a stand alone on my vehicle. The gloss level has increased some just by application. It has more of a glass look to it. Paint prep is key to any quality job. In my mind what makes this a nice test is the lack of the prep I would normally do. If any read the response for Mike the founder, i am more than an enthusiast. I started by detailing my boss's collection in '78 ( British Leyland/ Volvo dealer) . Very expensive and rare cars involved. In '83 I started paint race bikes. I maintained a detail sideline since then as my main occupation affords me a very comfortable life. Ron-CMonkey- BudgetPlan -fall into the realm of those whose passion goes above enthusiast. Grzldvt1 as a pro I raise the glass.
I will be applying this to wax's-sealants and some coatings I have to see what improvements or benefits this product brings.
Day 2,
Well being that I did not use a gloss meter-I cannot say this is empirical data. However the old eyeball test says the gloss has increased. Similar to PA High Gloss. Reflections are deep and crisp. Again this is with temps of 38 to start and 16 this morning. I now have all my appliances covered and have done a test area in the shower ( These products have more uses than just car paint).
Within the next 24-48 we should be getting some bad weather. I look forward to seeing this in action
Thank you! Not a BudgetPlan write up but the basic facts are there
Originally Posted by Grzldvt1
Excellent, looks like it brought the flake in the paint out a little bit. Looking forward to trying it.
Thanks
I agree that the flake is popping nicely. She really needs a nice polish as it's been 2 years and she sits outside 24/7. You should enjoy the speed of applying this product
Originally Posted by Snowwolfe
Sure seems to make the gloss pop. Wonder how it performs on lighter colors?
Hmm-I also have a white car. Going to be very busy over the next month or so but will try to get a panel or 2 on my white and show the results
Originally Posted by ronkh57
<--- Interested
WOW! Shiny!
Wait a minute!!!!! You mean there is a product you don't have yet. Who is this really and how did you hack Ron's account.
Ron, my baby's been very neglected and I applied to get something on her. I usually try to do a real nice winter prep in Nov but am just getting going again. Products like these make life so easy.
Did some research and read one person thinks this stuff is the same as Adam's H20 Guard & Gloss. Any chance you tried both? The Adams stuff is about 1/2 price.
No. However the Adams is more a spray sealant as opposed to spray ceramic coating. While I've used several Adam's products ( Buttery Wax,Americana,Machine polish) I have moved away from their product line
I am going to give the Adams stuff a try. Ordered 2 bottles on sale and with shipping it was $30.48. Normally I don't get into stuff like this but my wife's 2017 red Expedition would look great with a shiny finish. I'll post my thoughts after it arrives and I try it.
I take any liquid product claiming to be "ceramic" with a raised eyebrow. Getting a "ceramic" out of a spray bottle just ain't gonna happen.
There are liquid nano thermal insulation coatings that are brushed onto surfaces. I'm sure they have the ability to hold the particles in suspension for a car coating. I would think the volume maybe be lower and obviously lower than a traditionally applied coating. Hence the layering properties built in.
I am trying to compare msds’s on the products. The one from Adams was easy to find but the other one eludes me. I contacted the company and asked them for it. Should be interesting.
Wait a minute!!!!! You mean there is a product you don't have yet. Who is this really and how did you hack Ron's account.
Ron, my baby's been very neglected and I applied to get something on her. I usually try to do a real nice winter prep in Nov but am just getting going again. Products like these make life so easy.
Really wish I had the strength/energy to try stuff, even use the stuff I have for that matter.....
I have resorted to bribery to get car cleaned.......
I am going to give the Adams stuff a try. Ordered 2 bottles on sale and with shipping it was $30.48. Normally I don't get into stuff like this but my wife's 2017 red Expedition would look great with a shiny finish. I'll post my thoughts after it arrives and I try it.
I take any liquid product claiming to be "ceramic" with a raised eyebrow. Getting a "ceramic" out of a spray bottle just ain't gonna happen.
All of the 3 product companies I am testing, have a hydrophobic spray, which is what this company is claiming it is. It does say it is ceramic based.
As an FYI, I, and many others spray Ceramic Pro with an airbrush. A simple brass elbow will allow me to connect a bottle directly to the airbrush. It is very effective on things like a complicated bumper and give a very even coat.
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