QD's | Where do they fit in a detailing arsenal?

Just finished reading a good thread, "Product Review: Optimum Instant Detailer" by krshultz.

OID sounds like a great product, but, when does one use a quick detailer?

I currently have the following:
- (1 gallon) ONR, for intended use for occasional washes (if I don't feel like using the pressure washer, foam lance, etc...), solutions to make a QD for claying and simple cleaning, etc... (may OID be used here?)
- (1 gallon) Duragloss Aquawax, to be used after a vehicle wash
- (1/2 gallon) CG's M-Seal, when I need to re-apply a sealant for protecting the finish from the world
- (1 tub) CG's 50/50 wax, if I feel like making the paint look a little better after a coat of M-Seal
- (1 tub) P21S 100% wax, if I feel like making the paint look a little better after a coat of M-Seal

As a newbie, I think I may be getting confused where this would fit into my lineup, if I were to add it

 

OID is used after all LSP's have been applied. I use it where I would use FK425. I think it's just an appearance detailer, not a cleaning detailer (I would think an ONR solution would be a cleaning detailer).

Recently I used OID to spritz on a panel while buffing off some Migliore Frutta (I applied it too thick, and it was a bear to buff off without a spritz of something).

 

I use it after waxing, and before delivere to the customer. Final check! Also on my own car after wash etc.

 

What products do you use?

 

I use a QD as a drying aid too. Before using a ww mf to dry the panel, i mist it with a QD or AW from DG (not every time though) as a drying aid to cut down on friction.

 

Quick Detailers
Quick detailers, often shortened to (QD) are a car detailing product with limited cleaning, gloss, and protection properties. Most quick detailing sprays diminish true surface slipperiness every time they are used, this occurs because a polymer is not easily adaptable to a spray formula. To be efficient the polymer needs to be emulsified to work as a spray, most quick detail sprays create a short-lived, slippery finish by using silicone oils and water but this attracts dust and do little to increase durability.

The biggest concern most people have with quick detailing is scratching or dulling the paint, this is a genuine concern as they are only designed to remove light surface contamination. Such as light dry dust, fingerprints, smudges, etc, or as a final touch-up to the paint finish at a Concours d’élégance events. They can also be used for the removal of water spots, as the solvents in their formulations evaporate quickly to prevent further spotting and their silicone oils provide lubrication to prevent scratching.


For more information see article "Quick Detailers" in the detailing school section

 

I don't know, this is just me but I'm not a big fan of QD. The only QD that I use is the Zymol Field Glaze other then that I try to avoid QD as much as possible...but that's just me :shrug:

 

I have to slightly disagree with TOGWT this time
There are two products in my collection which are body shop safe add to the gloss, slickness and are extremely durable, up to six months

Prima slick is the first one. I just bought the gallon size
It is used when paint correction and final finishing is being done with Prima polishes, especially swirl
The slick has glazing abilities and cleans extremely well

After Swirl has broken down, I spray the panel well with product and begin the jewelling down process at 1500, 1300 or 1250

a second spray of slick is applied to the panel when the rotary is at 1000
by the time that is finished at 600 rpm, the colour of the paint is brighter or darker (depending on colour) and much richer and wetter.

The Aussie gold Showroom Sealant glaze is something for nearly every surface of a vehicle. only leather and fabric should not be treated with it
I use this after all abrasive polishing has been completed, by rotary or orbital with a microfibre applicator bonnet or an extremely soft foam pad at 900 rpm to glaze the paint

Other uses include a spray sealant for wheels. just spray on and walk away. the sealant cures to the material and forms a clear coating.
After a car has been finished, it is used as a sealant maintenance spray for paint, glass, wheels and interior trim
Exterior vinyl moldings can be cleaned and protected with this product too

 

[I have to slightly disagree with TOGWT this time...] That's OK I'm not too old to learn or listen to a differing opinion

 

According to Dr G. at Optimum, they only use flouropolymers in their QD products. These repel dust, oil, and dirt and improve gloss and slickness. Their products do not contain alcohol so it will not reduce durability of existing products but adds to it.

Streaking is caused by excess product or a combination of products.

 

It helps as a cold "water" wipedown after a nuba for me to remove any potential sweating and to help set the wax better

 

I use QDs to clear water trails after a wash and to remove mild dust build-up.

Safety depends on how tough your paint is. Some paints cope perfectly well with regular QDing, others don't do so well.

 

I've since picked up Optimum Instant Detailer. I'll be trying it out next time I detail the rides...

 

I havent had any problems with the Meguiars Professional QD (Not the #34 final inspection stuff). I use it regularly on my e36 BMW a couple times when there is some water spray from the freeway after commutes or any job seemingly less intensive than an ONR wash.

 

QD's are a handy and versatile product to have around.
i have 3-4 different QD products and they come into regular use.
use after washes to top up your shine and leave a streak free finish, levelling waxes, easing up removal of heavily layered waxes, claying and final inspection.
admitidely you can use bottled water and a ph neutral shampoo to clay with but the QD can be used also.