Meguiars Body Solvent. NE1 use it?

Discussion in 'Car Detailing Product Discussion' started by slanguage, Oct 13, 2008.

  1. slanguage

    slanguage OD On Detailing

    Any one ever use meguiars body solvent? Is it used straight or can it be cut? I am about to order some more meg's stuff, and wanted to see if its worth getting.

    ThanksInAdvance,
    Roger :wave:
     
  2. TWISTEDFRAME

    TWISTEDFRAME Jedi Nuba

    I've used it and still have almost a full gallon left since I didn't like the way it worked. I didn't dilute it at all, and I still didn't get the results that were advertised with this product. I would say avoid this product, as there are many better products out there. I have had great success with P21S TAW and the Poorboys Bug Squash
     
  3. MWAUTOPRO

    MWAUTOPRO Jedi Nuba

    It works on tar and light adhesives but it has to set for a long while. There are many other cheaper and better alternatives such as bug squash or CG Strong Wash. The body solvent does smell like cherry chap stick which is pretty nice though...
     
  4. jake_b

    jake_b Obsessive Detailer

    what's the downside of this product? any side effects on the paint?
     
  5. matrix_808

    matrix_808 DB Supporter

    Do you use Strong Wash at the recommended dilution or stronger? Sometimes i find some of CGs recommended dilutions a little weak.
     
  6. Denzil

    Denzil Guest

    A good friend of mine said he used the Meguiar's Body Solvent and definitely was not happy with the product. Instead, he uses Goof Off which works a lot better but it's not exactly great for your health.
     
  7. Buddy

    Buddy Getting to know Detailing

    Thank you for saying so. I did not know that.:thumb:
     
  8. MWAUTOPRO

    MWAUTOPRO Jedi Nuba

    6-8 oz :1 Gallon of Water + 1 oz CWG to help with dwell time

    If you put that in a bottle with a foaming sprayer you have a very effective tar remover.
     
  9. matrix_808

    matrix_808 DB Supporter

    cool thanks a lot for the tip
     
  10. J BELL

    J BELL Nuba Guru

    I have always heard around 3:1....
     
  11. matrix_808

    matrix_808 DB Supporter

    I just got my strong wash today. Boy is it pretty strong. I accidentally spilled some on my hand and it burned almost immediately.
     
  12. supercharged

    supercharged DB Forum Supporter

    yeah, I've heard that Body Solvent is rubbish...
     
  13. J BELL

    J BELL Nuba Guru

    I wonder if strong wash can be used on engines.....what is your opinion?
     
  14. MWAUTOPRO

    MWAUTOPRO Jedi Nuba

    I do not see why not. I have used strong wash and 2 oz per gallon CWG on engines and have had good results. It is not as aggressive as sticky wheel gel or grime reaper by any means. Even most lighter soaps or APC's will work well for cleaning engines if it does not have oil or other fluids spilled in the engine compartment.
     

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