Gold Class Cash Wash or #62 Car Wash

[anthonyd]

Which is better?

Gold Class Car Wash Shampoo & Conditioner
or
#62 Carwash Shampoo & Conditioner

I don't care whether it is a high suds formula, I just want the slickest and best car wash, that will pamper my paint and not remove any protection applied.

[Tim Lingor]

Hey,

Both are really good products. However, my favorite wash still remains: #62 Carwash Shampoo and Conditioner.

Tim

[Teak]

If you want the slickest car wash use #62. #62 is one of the, if not, the slickest car wash I have used. Further you will think your wash mitt is lube with oil, on a well rinsed car.

Eric

[Kevin Brown]

My opinion? M62 Carwash Shampoo & Conditioner is tops in the entire line.

It's one of the few car wash products (in the entire industry) that will not leave a 'ghosting pattern'.

What I mean, is, should you happen to leave the wash solution on your vehicle too long (and it starts to dry), M62 will rinse completely away, without having to reapply.

D22 Wash & Wax was very good, too. I still have plenty of D22, so I haven't tried its' replacement yet (D111 Shampoo Plus).

Many other wash products seem to 'attatch' to the vehicle, and must be mechanically washed away.

This can be a common problem in hot climates, or if you happen to be a mobile detailer, and you have no choice but to work in the sun.

In my opinion, there really is no comparison. You'll pay more money for the M62, but it's only pennies difference per wash.

[Teak]

iamwaxman,
#62 is one of the few Meguiars products which does not smell like a food item. I am not complaining about the smell of Meguiars. D22 is another favorite wash of mine, I wish I found out sooner that it was going to be discontinued.

I have tried many car washes from Meguiars and other companies, but whenever I use #62 after a time away, I ask myself why tried another car wash.

Eric

[Kevin Brown]

I think it smells like 'BRUT' (brute) Men's Cologne from the seventies!

Do they still make that stuff?!

[Teak]

Originally posted by iamwaxman
I think it smells like 'BRUT' (brute) Men's Cologne from the seventies!

Do they still make that stuff?!

I usually see Brut around Christmas time, but you probably could find it on-line. After using #62 the other day I was if I changed cologne, becuase the smell was on my hands even after washing them. This probably a positve side effect if you are macho man.

Eric

[Teak]

Getting back on topic, I also Gold class wash and recommend it to people mainly due to availability. GC does clean well, is semi-slick, and rinses well.

Eric

[anthonyd]

Thanks guys.

I think I'll get myself a big bottle of #62 and give it a go.

Another quick question, when pouring the car wash into the bucket, is there such a thing as using too much car wash?

[Boss_429]

Originally posted by anthonyd
Thanks guys.

I think I'll get myself a big bottle of #62 and give it a go.

Another quick question, when pouring the car wash into the bucket, is there such a thing as using too much car wash?

Good decision, and I agree with the others. IMHO, GC is a very good "off-the-shelf" product, but #62 is still Meguiar's best wash, and very resonably priced!

[Kevin Brown]

Re: "Another quick question, when pouring the car wash into the bucket, is there such a thing as using too much car wash?"

Yup. I'd rather see you use a little less versus more.

Some of the wash products contain polymers (which aid in 'sheeting' action). If you use too much, it's a good bet that you'll see residual streaking and smudging.

I'd recommend cutting your product useage way down if you're using good, clean water (such as soft, reverse osmosis, or deionized).

Maybe even as much as 50% of recommended.

[Teak]

Originally posted by iamwaxman
Re: "Another quick question, when pouring the car wash into the bucket, is there such a thing as using too much car wash?"

Yup. I'd rather see you use a little less versus more.

Some of the wash products contain polymers (which aid in 'sheeting' action). If you use too much, it's a good bet that you'll see residual streaking and smudging.

I'd recommend cutting your product useage way down if you're using good, clean water (such as soft, reverse osmosis, or deionized).

Maybe even as much as 50% of recommended.

One question about using less:
Would you also cut product usage for a well maintained and frequently washed vehicle?

Eric

[Kevin Brown]

When referring to car wash, tire and wheel cleaners: Yes. It would be safe to assume that the concentration of these products could be cut back.

Waxes, leather conditioners, tire dressings, and the like should be used in ample amounts but may not need to be applied as often.

But where's the fun in THAT ?

[black240sx]

How does #62 compare with #00?

[Teak]

Originally posted by black240sx
How does #62 compare with #00?

When #00 is compared to #62, #62 is the better wash for the following reasons, slicker, rinses better, better fragrance, less suds, has longer dwell time, works better with warm or hot water and cleans better Look for my post in the following thread.

My opinion on various Meg's washes.

I had another comparison of washes on Show car garage, but that board is no longer active.

Eric