Carpro Essence and Reload Advice/question/guidence? "now with PICS" - Page 2

Spartan268 · 04-17-2018, 01:37 PM

Looking amazing

I detailed my car for the first time last week as well and honestly the best advice is to truly not to think too much. Just the basic research on applying/using the product and then have at her. My only regret is not having a test/dummy car to practice on first but you live and learn

oneredry · 04-17-2018, 01:40 PM

only real issue is that it doesn't play nice with your DA buffer on the clear bra. so I had to go over that part of it low speed 1/2 and wipe down, other than that. was a breeze.
I did use chemical guys strip down shampoo over dawn. but same principal.

Jersey devil · 04-17-2018, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by SSport16

The EcH20/reload detailer mix used as a drying agent does work real well, I do it every few washes, gives it an extra "pop" of gloss and makes the paint slicker/more gloss. Just a few sprays before drying each panel works well.

What is the ratio you use for the reload/echo20 mix?

Burly · 04-18-2018, 07:29 AM

One note about polishing with Essence, is you should wait to apply Reload. Exactly how long depends but overnight worked for me. I have done a couple of family cars in the past couple weeks and found that, I was rushing, if apply Reload immediately after Essence I get hazing. I reached out to CarPro and they say it sounds like Essence had not cured enough.

oneredry · 04-18-2018, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Jersey devil

What is the ratio you use for the reload/echo20 mix?

no echo20 at all. the reload I did was directly on. is what the instructions on the bottle said. similar to that of a quick detailer.

Quote:

One note about polishing with Essence, is you should wait to apply Reload. Exactly how long depends but overnight worked for me. I have done a couple of family cars in the past couple weeks and found that, I was rushing, if apply Reload immediately after Essence I get hazing. I reached out to CarPro and they say it sounds like Essence had not cured enough.

it was probably 2.5 hours or so in between the polish and applying of the reload. I've heard you had to wait to cure also, but most research I've done only stated an hour or so.

Burly · 04-18-2018, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by oneredry

no echo20 at all. the reload I did was directly on. is what the instructions on the bottle said. similar to that of a quick detailer.

it was probably 2.5 hours or so in between the polish and applying of the reload. I've heard you had to wait to cure also, but most research I've done only stated an hour or so.

I think it depends on the environment/climate. My issues occurred on very cold and humid days...

The Essence/Reload is a winning combination though!

Glen e · 04-18-2018, 11:18 AM

From carpro:

Corey said the dilution for a QD is 1:‪3:15‬ (+/- a few ounces is ok for the h2o).

I put it in a 16.9 oz bottle so- 1 ECH20, 3 Reload, 13 water (5/15/80%)

ninetres · 04-18-2018, 12:43 PM

Just thought I’d add my experience with the special carpro sauce listed above.....it’s amazing. Leaves the car looking darn near like a fresh coat of Reload. I use a couple/few sprays each panel when drying after a full wash, or give the car a once over after a rinseless wash.

SSport16 · 04-18-2018, 01:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jersey devil

What is the ratio you use for the reload/echo20 mix?

I use 1:20 Echo/distilled water, with 3 oz of Reload for a 32 ounce spray bottle, perfect mix IMO.

torqueaddict · 04-18-2018, 03:02 PM

Haven't used many different products, but Reload has been the best so far. it's been about 2 months and the protection is still obvious. Good beading and shine.

My weekly routine can use some streamlining though. Thinking about switching to the single bucket multiple mitt wash technique with quick detailing in between. That should save on time and water and allow bi-weekly washes instead.

Since applying Reload on the wheels, a quick strong spray from the hose and a damp microfiber gets the job done.

waterman · 04-18-2018, 03:34 PM

Jersey devil · 04-18-2018, 04:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SSport16

I use 1:20 Echo/distilled water, with 3 oz of Reload for a 32 ounce spray bottle, perfect mix IMO.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Glen e

From carpro:

Corey said the dilution for a QD is 1:‪3:15‬ (+/- a few ounces is ok for the h2o).

I put it in a 16.9 oz bottle so- 1 ECH20, 3 Reload, 13 water (5/15/80%)

Thanks guys, could you use this recipe for a drying agent as well as a QD ?

SSport16 · 04-19-2018, 11:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jersey devil

Thanks guys, could you use this recipe for a drying agent as well as a QD ?

Yes 1 bottle for QD or drying agent. The drying agent I use every 3 or 4 rinseless washes.

Weege · 04-19-2018, 03:41 PM

Trying not to over think, but it's nice to understand what tools do in order to put them to the best use. So if I'm learning this correctly, Essence is a polish which prepares the surface for Reload which is a sealant. Ech20 is a washing agent which is used as needed to clean surfaces previously treated with Essence/Reload. To get an extra shine, the Ech20/Reload/Water spray is applied to the wet surface during an Echo rinseless before using a drying towel. If that's all right, I can start under thinking. Please confirm/clarify. Oh, and finally, if one keeps ahead of things with these measures, why would it be necessary to occasionally strip down with Dawn?
Thanks!

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04-18-2018, 11:18 AM	#21
Glen e Retired from Car mfrs.... Drives: 2LT RS/HR-V Join Date: May 2013 Location: /Fort Lauderdale Posts: 10,044	From carpro: Corey said the dilution for a QD is 1:‪3:15‬ (+/- a few ounces is ok for the h2o). I put it in a 16.9 oz bottle so- 1 ECH20, 3 Reload, 13 water (5/15/80%) __________________ Glen CLICK HERE for detailing a new car: detailing for non detailers CLICK HERE for how to rinseless CLICK HERE for EASY wheel sealant

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04-19-2018, 03:41 PM	#28
Weege Drives: 2017 2SS convertible M6, NPP, MRC Join Date: May 2013 Location: New England Posts: 181	Trying not to over think, but it's nice to understand what tools do in order to put them to the best use. So if I'm learning this correctly, Essence is a polish which prepares the surface for Reload which is a sealant. Ech20 is a washing agent which is used as needed to clean surfaces previously treated with Essence/Reload. To get an extra shine, the Ech20/Reload/Water spray is applied to the wet surface during an Echo rinseless before using a drying towel. If that's all right, I can start under thinking. Please confirm/clarify. Oh, and finally, if one keeps ahead of things with these measures, why would it be necessary to occasionally strip down with Dawn? Thanks! __________________ Did you hear about the restaurant on the moon? Great food ------ No atmosphere.

04-17-2018, 01:37 PM	#15
Spartan268 Drives: HB 2SS Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Vancouver, BC Posts: 518	Looking amazing I detailed my car for the first time last week as well and honestly the best advice is to truly not to think too much. Just the basic research on applying/using the product and then have at her. My only regret is not having a test/dummy car to practice on first but you live and learn

04-18-2018, 07:29 AM	#18
Burly Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Spotsylvania, VA Posts: 724 View My Garage	One note about polishing with Essence, is you should wait to apply Reload. Exactly how long depends but overnight worked for me. I have done a couple of family cars in the past couple weeks and found that, I was rushing, if apply Reload immediately after Essence I get hazing. I reached out to CarPro and they say it sounds like Essence had not cured enough.

04-18-2018, 12:43 PM	#22
ninetres Drives: Crush ZLE M6 \| 2000 Corvette FRC Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Cencal Posts: 1,659	Just thought I’d add my experience with the special carpro sauce listed above.....it’s amazing. Leaves the car looking darn near like a fresh coat of Reload. I use a couple/few sprays each panel when drying after a full wash, or give the car a once over after a rinseless wash.

04-18-2018, 03:02 PM	#24
torqueaddict Drives: Tesla M3 LR-AWD [Former 1SS owner] Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Miami Posts: 950	Haven't used many different products, but Reload has been the best so far. it's been about 2 months and the protection is still obvious. Good beading and shine. My weekly routine can use some streamlining though. Thinking about switching to the single bucket multiple mitt wash technique with quick detailing in between. That should save on time and water and allow bi-weekly washes instead. Since applying Reload on the wheels, a quick strong spray from the hose and a damp microfiber gets the job done.

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