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22oz Rain-X Ceramic Detailer

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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
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Advance Auto Parts [advanceautoparts.com]/ Pep Boys stores [pepboys.com]has Rain-X Ceramic (Item #620161) for $14.99 - $14.99 Rebate [itwgbpromotions.com] = Free. Select Free Store Pickup where stock permits.

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.
A shipping or store pick up receipt is the only accepted proof-of-purchase for all online purchases. Redemption requests must be filed by July 15, 2021..
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Created 03-29-2021 at 01:36 PM by OptimusPrimeAutobot
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Probably silicon based vs wax based "wax".

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.
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I'll take free. "Ceramic" or not, beats nothing. Thanks OP.
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How is it shill silicone spray? That stuff is awesome.
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dragonballz
04-01-2021 at 10:45 AM.
04-01-2021 at 10:45 AM.
Quote from Mike D :
Was it the Aquapel in the winged applicator, and was it ordered direct from PGW? I can't speak to the other Aquapel-branded products like the sprays, and Amazon apparently can't keep the counterfeits out of their binned inventory.

I use Aquapel on the windshield and Rain-X everywhere else. The beading is exactly the same, but the Rain-X wears off sooner.
I bought the Aquapel winged applicator from Pep Boys about 10 years ago. All I remember is the rain blowing off while driving. I would have to be driving faster using the Aquapel for the rain to fly off. Rain X rain flies off while driving slower.
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Legendry
04-01-2021 at 11:19 AM.
04-01-2021 at 11:19 AM.
thank you so much for free.
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franklymydear828
04-01-2021 at 11:53 AM.
04-01-2021 at 11:53 AM.
Quote from Kumquats :
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.

Rainx had a class action lawsuit against them for causing haze on rain sensors. Never heard of any clogging issues. And how did it cost $500. A new pump is roughly $20-30 and all new lines about the same
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Rontron
04-01-2021 at 11:57 AM.
04-01-2021 at 11:57 AM.
No longer on sale. Price is now $14.99 for me.
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pcrh
04-01-2021 at 12:57 PM.
04-01-2021 at 12:57 PM.
Quote from franklymydear828 :
Rainx had a class action lawsuit against them for causing haze on rain sensors. Never heard of any clogging issues. And how did it cost $500. A new pump is roughly $20-30 and all new lines about the same
Quote from franklymydear828 :
Rainx had a class action lawsuit against them for causing haze on rain sensors. Never heard of any clogging issues. And how did it cost $500. A new pump is roughly $20-30 and all new lines about the same
A friend with an ~2015 AUDI had issues with rain X premix causing issues with his washer fluid low sensor.

I've used rainX concentrated additive mixed into cheap washer fluid in many cars over 20 years and not had any issues.

The only big problem I have ever heard of was someone with regular summer 32F mix in his car during a <<32F winter. Took him days of adding rubbing alcohol to the reservoir to get that all unfrozen....

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tpaxadpom
04-01-2021 at 02:12 PM.
04-01-2021 at 02:12 PM.
Quote from PossumLodge :
OOS "Call the store to order" eveywhere in Portland / Vancouver.
and it is $14.99. Did you call to order product? I wouldn't mind trying this for free. I have been using Nu-finish once a year polish to protect the paint after I properly cut and polish with mequiars 105 and 205. It doesn't give the shine like wax, but I am interested in long term protection that short term looks.
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Hitman619
04-01-2021 at 02:15 PM.
04-01-2021 at 02:15 PM.
Out of Stock Here in Southern California. Website want me to pay 9.99 for shipping, no Thank you
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Mr. Sparkles
04-01-2021 at 10:40 PM.
04-01-2021 at 10:40 PM.
Quote from AquaLumber296 :
Anyone else have a $10 coupon? Not sure how I did, but there it was during checkout. I had to select it under "speed perks rewards". Pretty nice surprise.

Hopefully the rebate center treats that as a gift card and not a coupon.
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KMan
04-02-2021 at 05:38 AM.
04-02-2021 at 05:38 AM.
Although the $12.49 price has now gone back up to $14.99, the rebate is still good until 6/30/21, for up to $14.99, so at worst you pay $2.50 + tax more up-front, and a tiny bit more in tax. Still a deal if you have any use for this. And even if you don't, it's a decent filler if you're tying to get over $100 to qualify for AAP's spend $100 get $12 off your next $50 purchase. You can then give it to a friend.
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tomcworld
04-02-2021 at 09:38 AM.
04-02-2021 at 09:38 AM.
Not sure if all Advance Auto Parts store is like my local one but they basiclly ignore store pick up orders until you show up to pick up or call to ask for the status. I've never gotten an email from them aout my order being ready ever. This really defeats the whole purpose of in-store pickup. The last time I just showed up, I waited more 20 mins for them to finish helping the customer that was already there and then for them to go look for the items on the shelf.
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OptimusPrimeAutobot
04-02-2021 at 10:55 AM.
04-02-2021 at 10:55 AM.
Quote from Hitman619 :
Out of Stock Here in Southern California. Website want me to pay 9.99 for shipping, no Thank you
Quote from KMan :
Although the $12.49 price has now gone back up to $14.99, the rebate is still good until 6/30/21, for up to $14.99, so at worst you pay $2.50 + tax more up-front, and a tiny bit more in tax. Still a deal if you have any use for this. And even if you don't, it's a decent filler if you're tying to get over $100 to qualify for AAP's spend $100 get $12 off your next $50 purchase. You can then give it to a friend.
Quote from tomcworld :
Not sure if all Advance Auto Parts store is like my local one but they basiclly ignore store pick up orders until you show up to pick up or call to ask for the status. I've never gotten an email from them aout my order being ready ever. This really defeats the whole purpose of in-store pickup. The last time I just showed up, I waited more 20 mins for them to finish helping the customer that was already there and then for them to go look for the items on the shelf.
Advance Auto Parts [advanceautoparts.com]/ Pep Boys stores [pepboys.com]has Rain-X Ceramic (Item #620161) for $14.99 - $14.99 Rebate [itwgbpromotions.com] = Free. Select Free Store Pickup where stock permits.

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.
A shipping or store pick up receipt is the only accepted proof-of-purchase for all online purchases. Redemption requests must be filed by July 15, 2021..

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04-02-2021 at 11:37 AM.
04-02-2021 at 11:37 AM.
Quote from Ohsighrus :
Worth watching:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vSAP2BuxdRk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=49YZOjFXS8w
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PCC0Pc_NqD0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZAnfEzCVRXA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZAnfEzCVRXA <- 6 months later

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.

I thought turtle wax was the best one on the market? But now it's Meguiars takes the top podium?
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jjtricket
04-04-2021 at 02:03 PM.
04-04-2021 at 02:03 PM.
Thanks OP, managed to get 2

This stuff is like gold, hard to find!
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radrzr
04-06-2021 at 06:50 AM.
04-06-2021 at 06:50 AM.
$12.95?

For some reason, when you add item to cart it goes back to 14.99. It says it's not eligible for discount.

I bought it anyway. After rebate, I pay $1.05 for it.

Still a deal!
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04-06-2021 at 05:52 PM.
04-06-2021 at 05:52 PM.
Quote from antfreebee :
I was thinking windows!
I use the orange RainX (in the gallon jug ~$3) for mirrors and house windows indoors and out. It's great and can be used below freezing temps if needed. After treated kids' toothpaste spatter wipes off with a dry cloth.
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