Advance Auto Parts has 22oz Rain-X Ceramic Detailer (620161) for $12.49 -- $14.99 Rebate = Free. Select Free Store Pickup where stock permits, otherwise shipping is free on orders of $35+.
Thanks to community member OptimusPrimeAutobot for finding this deal.
Product Info:
Long-lasting shine & protection for exterior painted surfaces, trim & chrome
Premium HydroShield Polymer Blend formula
Superior water repellency
UV protection
Non-abrasive formula that gives superior glossy shine and color intensity
No streaking
Superb durability against routine washes and weathering elements
Great booster and refresher to professional coatings
Note, availability for store pickup may vary by location.
Rebate is valid for purchases made by June 30, 2021. Limit of 1 Rebate per household.
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Idea with both is to let water bead up and fall off the car, taking with it any dirt and such from the rain rather than sitting on the paint and eating thru it (acid rain).
Both are sacrificial - wears over time.
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How long they last depends on your environment and car paint.
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As for glossiness, which is totally separate from water beading, I still personally prefer Meguiars Gold Class liquid applied with a rotary buffer, hand buffed with a microfibre cloth.
For an average shine, this spray is fine on newer cars where the paint hasn't worn dull.
I'll take free. "Ceramic" or not, beats nothing. Thanks OP.
How is it shill silicone spray? That stuff is awesome.
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Thanks. This might be useful on several older cars we have, one of which I'm hoping to sell soon but it's in a condition where top-quality waxes and detailers would be wasted. It's actually black. Does that make this less or more helpful if I'm looking to get a decent but not great shine?
It's fine as long as the car is washed and paint in decent condition.
If not,
Wash
Clay bar
Optional Polishing compound with rotary (depends on how much swirls and paint damage exists)
Buff
Car wax with rotary
Buff
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A quick spray and microfiber wipe down of clean or bwaxed cars with Meguars Quick Detailer spray can boost the illusion of shine and gloss easily.
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But for selling cars. A clean engine compartment, vacuumed under the seats and mats, etc can help.
I use these type of quick detailer products on the front of the vehicles during love bug season in Florida before going on trips. Just spray it on and don't wipe it in. The bugs won't stick to the surface, mostly just rinse off.
Rain-X products won't get within 20 feet of my vehicles.
They can stick to their shill silicone spray for windshields.
Also, this is using ceramic as a stretch.
I used Rain-X wiper fluid for the first time (not knowing about the silicone or whatever other reactive chemical) and it completely clogged up my windshield washer pumps and nozzles. Costed over $500 in parts and labor to replace everything. Never again with Rain-X products.
Anyways, ProjectFarm on YouTube did a pretty comprehensive comparison of spray-on ceramic coatings and waxes. I'd recommend checking that out.
I used Rain-X wiper fluid for the first time (not knowing about the silicone or whatever other reactive chemical) and it completely clogged up my windshield washer pumps and nozzles. Costed over $500 in parts and labor to replace everything. Never again with Rain-X products.
Anyways, ProjectFarm on YouTube did a pretty comprehensive comparison of spray-on ceramic coatings and waxes. I'd recommend checking that out.
Sorry to hear that. My experience using the Rain-X windshield fluid and/or additives on and off is that I've never had a problem in 25 years.
Never had a chance to use any other of their products, though
I doubt rain-x will last anywhere near as long as the above listed. Most people report it has weeks of lifetime. It wasn't part of the test, but you can see there are tons of products that will fail fast.
These all beat the $23 gloss it spray, $70 F11 top coat, $50 Owner price, $42 the Last Coat 2, $40 Nexgen, $40 Carpro reload, $20 Shine Armor and the $13-$15 three turtle wax applications.
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Idea with both is to let water bead up and fall off the car, taking with it any dirt and such from the rain rather than sitting on the paint and eating thru it (acid rain).
Both are sacrificial - wears over time.
...
How long they last depends on your environment and car paint.
..
As for glossiness, which is totally separate from water beading, I still personally prefer Meguiars Gold Class liquid applied with a rotary buffer, hand buffed with a microfibre cloth.
For an average shine, this spray is fine on newer cars where the paint hasn't worn dull.
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If not,
Wash
Clay bar
Optional Polishing compound with rotary (depends on how much swirls and paint damage exists)
Buff
Car wax with rotary
Buff
...
A quick spray and microfiber wipe down of clean or bwaxed cars with Meguars Quick Detailer spray can boost the illusion of shine and gloss easily.
...
But for selling cars. A clean engine compartment, vacuumed under the seats and mats, etc can help.
...
If lazy?
Wash car - skip if not too dirty.
Then the secret?
https://cleantools.net/products/the-glosser
Wipe with the cleaner, lightly buff with microfiber.
Seriously good gloss and shine for a wipe!
This is what I'd do because of the easy nice gloss. I use it on my cars between a full wax.
They can stick to their shill silicone spray for windshields.
Also, this is using ceramic as a stretch.
I used Rain-X wiper fluid for the first time (not knowing about the silicone or whatever other reactive chemical) and it completely clogged up my windshield washer pumps and nozzles. Costed over $500 in parts and labor to replace everything. Never again with Rain-X products.
Anyways, ProjectFarm on YouTube did a pretty comprehensive comparison of spray-on ceramic coatings and waxes. I'd recommend checking that out.
They can stick to their shill silicone spray for windshields.
Also, this is using ceramic as a stretch.
Is there an alternate product you'd recommend for windshields?
Anyways, ProjectFarm on YouTube did a pretty comprehensive comparison of spray-on ceramic coatings and waxes. I'd recommend checking that out.
Sorry to hear that. My experience using the Rain-X windshield fluid and/or additives on and off is that I've never had a problem in 25 years.
Never had a chance to use any other of their products, though
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I'm wondering the same... Been using that product for nearly 3 decades w/out a single problem.
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07R5QH6H6/r <- Great spray and price.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B081489MTX/ <- Great liquid wax
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07K46RD7Y/ < - Great spray and price.
I doubt rain-x will last anywhere near as long as the above listed. Most people report it has weeks of lifetime. It wasn't part of the test, but you can see there are tons of products that will fail fast.
These all beat the $23 gloss it spray, $70 F11 top coat, $50 Owner price, $42 the Last Coat 2, $40 Nexgen, $40 Carpro reload, $20 Shine Armor and the $13-$15 three turtle wax applications.
walmart has it for $11.99. shipped from Advance auto parts
walmart has it for $11.99. shipped from Advance auto parts
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walmart has it for $11.99. shipped from Advance auto parts