Good towels. Need to wet them a bit to try to get them to absorb water. I would buy these again!
This is a great buy.  Works great.  Soft for buffing, polishing. Would buy again.
Real workhorse towels, thick & heavy duty, great for hand buffing or use with a quick detailing spray! Can't have too many on hand.
If you are a car nut ....this is the towel for you!! Very soft, very absorbent and just the right size/
These MF towels are similar in weight and quality to Cobra's Gold Plush towels with one exception- they don't have peel off tags. That's why they get only four stars. The price is worth having to carefully cut off the tags though. I will be buying more because of the price and quality. You won't be disappointed with these towels.
I have these types of things from others that are softer and work better.  These are a reasonable value for the price.
I bought these microfiber towels for automotive detailing.  I found the towels to be of average quality. They are better than the package of 36 sold by some warehouse clubs but,  not as soft as Gold Plush Jr towels.  They make excelent general purpose detailing towels for any application you do not need the softest microfiber made
I use these for car detailing. Work great for glass cleaning, drying, spray detailers, and waxing. Can't say anything about polishing since I've never done any. They're very soft, plush, absorbent, and they're a great size for detailing. For drying after a wash, I would recommend a very large waffle weave instead.I initially purchased Zwipes since they're cheap and had good reviews. They're fine and everything, but they wear out fast after a few washes. I feel like I didn't get my money's worth.These CGs on the other hand are holding up great so far (5 or so washes). They still look like new, and I will probably order another set once mine are used up.
Can't really go wrong with CG products. Very pleased with the quality and price of these microfiber towels. I mainly use them with quick detailer sprays or to buff out waxes.
these are nice polishing towels for the price! much better then most microfiber towels that come in a bulk pack... for auto detailing these are perfect
These are high quality and a great size to use for cleaning windows and cars.  You should probably shake out the loose fuzz before using, but you certainly do not need to wash them first.  I have used a couple of them already right out of the package and they work great.  I'm going to wait till they're all in need of a good wash before running them through a wash-cycle, and I'll update my review after I see how they handle being washed.Overall I'm very happy with them so far.
I cannot say enough about these towels, fantastic! Easy to use, soft and leave no water marks. I do wish they were slightly larger.
These are basically cheap made in China microfiber towels. Each one has a label on it in addition to edging, both of which I believe can scratch your paint.You are MUCH better of with edgeless higher quality microfiber towels.
These detailing towels are the right choice!  I wanted a very very very plush buffing towel and i was not let down!
I was skeptical to spend $20 for 3 MF towels but I wanted something of higher quality to use on the paint (when using quick detailer, wiping clay lubricant when clay barring, and to buff wax).These towels are worth every penny. I know that these are just towels... but Chemical Guys outdid themselves again. I wish they were a tad cheaper and had removable tags but I cannot argue with these.The towels are thick and absorb very well. I think these are a must-have for any home (or professional) detailer.
Cut my job of waxing a Toyota Highlander in half, compare to using an old tee shirt or a cheese cloth that I used to use
These are good towels for your interior and also the outside of your car.  I have always used CG's products for towels and they do not disappoint.  Just make sure to remove the labels before using because it can scratch your car.
Great detailing cloths.  Very nice and appear to be very substantial.  I would recommend these for the car person in your life.
These towels work great on cleaning autos.Good quality at a very reasonable price.You get what you pay for.After all these towels will last for several years.What else do you buy these days that that long, and always ready to clean for you?
Very high quality microfiber towels for car detailing! Great for drying after a wash, removal of wax or the application of detailing products.
I like almost everything from Chemical Guys and they have a ton of microfiber towels.  How you choose from the myriad of colors and sizes is the difficult part.  These are really plush , thick, and super nice to work with.  They are used for removing my waxes and it makes life better.  My car likes them too.  No they don't scratch and yes they are really nicely made with silk borders.  Great stuff.
These are very, very plush and nice. Great quality. I use these for doing weekly &#34;spray-detailer&#34; cleanings when my car isn't too dirty and I can spray with the detailer and wipe down. One cloth I can do an entire mid-sized luxury sedan.I haven't tried to using them as a drying cloth after a wash, I think these would be too small for the job.
Great little gadget, worked with my Nexus 5 and the free version of Toruqe app.  worked fine with Chrysler town and country 2009
My car has little door for the port to plug in this one, but this guy is too big so I cannot close that door. Looking for smaller alternative.
I bought this tool to find, analyze and clear the codes for the "Service Engine Soon" light on the dash of our 2003 BMW Z4. After reading many of the reviews I decided to take a chance on the Vgate327 scan tool. I heeded the warnings about the software CD that came with it and threw it away as many reported a Trojan and viruses on that mini CD. The seller should remove that CD from the product as others reported it does not contain any relevant software to the product. Anyway, I plugged in the scanner into the OBDII port and my Galaxy S4 found the device right away. I entered the code 1234 as others had suggested and I was using my S4 and the Torque Lite APP from the  Android Play Store. I navigated to the codes and found them did a Google search of the codes and deleted them. So the product worked for me just fine and I am happy with it. I do not intend to leave it plugged in as others do for the available displays so that is not an issue for me as some have reported the device fails after prolonged use.
i bought this in the hope it would work with the Bluetooth torque app and it works flawlessly as a car lover i would like to see what my cars doing(boost,temp,torque,engine load,) and this works perfect simple to set up for anyone thinking about doing gauges this is way simpler and customizable.
Thanks to all the other reviews, I've put one of these through it paces with Torque Pro.  It talks to my Droid 2 phone without a hitch tested over 10 hours _each_ driving a Toyota Corolla 2003 and MX-5 2011. Some data sent to Torque were available from my car dashboard such as rpm, speed, engine temperature, gas level, and trip odometer reading; they were identical to Torque so I presume all the other data provided was true: engine load, MPG, 02 sensor voltage and many more. I do not have an MPG computer on my cars, and this provides one, at the least.  I had to calibrate it but its now spot on, less than 1 MPG off when compared to manual calculation of filling a tank to full against miles driven from last full fill.  The engine load values and instantaneous MPG reading help me further 'tune' my driving style to maximize gas mileage.I don't know how long this dongle will last, but for $12 it does everything Torque asks of it, and Torque warns that many clones of the original product [ of which this is one] malfunction or transmit wrong values over time.Two minor annoyance are it has no off-on switch so the device is on all the time once installed, even with the key out of the car.  The LED face the wrong direction when mounted on my cars, its either flat against a wall or dashboard so you can't see it.Note, Torque free does not work as cleanly as Torque Pro.  Bluetooth pairing did not work reliably [ I had to manual find the device sometimes], if it did work it took a long time to complete and some dials didn't work as smoothly or quickly and may give the wrong impression of how well Torque Pro really works.  With Pro, I just pop the Vgate dongle into the OBDII and turn the app on, and it locks on quickly and reliably, on both my cars.
Bought this to use with the torque app on my android device. It works great.  This is a lot more convenient to use than a standard scanner and can provide a lot more info when paired with an application like Torque.
Have had it for 6 months and love it. Only use it on longer road trips or to reset computer data, but it does what it should and it was cheap. What more can you ask for?Bought one for my dad too.
Paired with the Torque App found on the Google Play Store, this product really keeps me informed.I can view things associated with fuel consumption (MPG, fuel until empty, how much was used)It also tells me how much horsepower is being used at the moment, with so many more goodies!the only thing I can find that I dislike about the product is the bit of paranoia I have if left in my car (I drive a 2000 Camry), I don't know if this would drain my battery since there are no details for electric consumption.
Easy to use with my droid Razr and the free torque app.  Use this in my 03 grand cherokee.  I am batman.
The picture shows white plastic bottles, I did not receive these. The picture of this product would make one beleieve that these are thick plastic bottles. The bottles that I received where not marked in any way to show that they are from chemical guys and they are clear plastic. The sprayers that were included with my bottles do not turn off when you tighten down the nozzle either.
This is a good set of sprayers. I use them for the garden during the summer. The sprayer hasn't clogged at all.
Out of all the Chemical Guys products I've purchased, this is my least favorite or ideal product...Mainly because... IT LEAKS (as a product solution, it's more problematic than it actually solves).Although to solve the leaking problem w/ any 3 bottles it must maintain a perfect upright position !!If you keep it in your car and it tilts over to it's side ...you'll be leaking $$ product. Something youdidn't expect to happen. The spray nozzle-tip doesn't &#34;cap-off&#34; shut (as a normal sprayer would),so this means the &#34;slightest&#34; touch or &#34;nudge&#34; of the trigger will set it off & shoot/drip a stream of$$ product. Another thing you didn't expect to happen and yet another thing to wipe down. Eachof the sprayers has a serious &#34;hair-trigger&#34; on them and it's leak (when tilted); IT ISN'T PERFECT.The only thing keeping it from rating it a 1 or 2 is due to the fact of how it &#34;Sprays&#34;...when used...The &#34;trigger-action&#34; and the &#34;mist-ing&#34; (of the $$ product) results are damn near perfect !! It doesproduce an &#34;even and uniform&#34; mist (in my case: CG Detailer Spray) ,,, PERFECTLY. But, overall,with a bottle that leaks, no shut-off cap, and with the hair-trigger... I'd have a hard time endorsingthis specific (16oz sprayer) product from CG to other people.
If you've ever bought any chemicals from Chemical Guys then you know what to expect. These bottles are essentially the same you get their chemicals in, if a little bit better quality. For the price I'm very happy with these and would recommend them.
Good spray bottles make taking care of your car easier so they are very nice to have.  Unfortunately these bottles are not very good because they leak.  I have used some Teflon tape so reduce the leakage but I would be very careful to not let them fall over.Handling the bottles is easy.  The sprayer gives a good grip and it's not necessary to hold any part of the bottle when spraying.  I also like the fact that they made the sprayer tube long enough that the intake will stay submerged until the bottle is nearly empty.Properly adjusted the sprayer will produce a fine mist that's optimum for most uses.  You just close the knurled spray adjustment knob and then open it up about 1/8 of an inch.The spray units is indeed a chemically-resistant unit but the bottle is another issue.  It's a #3 PVC plastic bottle and I am not sure it is equal to the task of handling some of the chemicals that one might use for cleaning really difficult areas of the car like baked-on brake dust.  In my experience, this kind of chemical usually comes in a #2 PEND or HDPE plastic.  Most water-based chemicals should be fine in my estimation (Remember, this is my estimation!) but for powerful petroleum-based chemicals, I would probably look elsewhere.
I just started using these bottles today as I was cleaning my wife's car.  These are working fantastic!  I didn't think I could be this impressed with a simple bottle and sprayer but these are worlds better than the bottles and sprayers that all chemicals come in from the store.  I will most likely be purchasing more of these so I can start transferring more products into these bottles.
I bought a few chemical guys things recently and rated them highly. These bottles are the PERFECT size and look grat. If you are spraying something that does not need fine misting, then this is your product. HOWEVER i am spraying griots garage speedshine, which i like in a mist and the spray head spits it out like an athlete spitting his chew.... in clumps and not anything even approaching a mist. I like it for all purpose cleaner, i like the bottles for interior cleaner but for window cleaner and body shine the prayers are not up to par as far as spray selection. They are pretty expensive bottles to have such limited spray choices.
Chemical guys heave duty spray bottles, one of my favorite detailing purchases so far. I use these and buy the large bulk size containers of my detailing products and then just put them in these spray bottles with a homemade label to remember which is which. They are really well designed and hold a nice amount of product. The best part of the design is the thought they put into the suction line that goes down into the bottom of the bottle. It really allows you to suck out ever drop of product and you rarely have foaming as a result of air coming back through an empty line. I bought 6 of these, and will probably buy a few more for other cleaning and spraying uses around the house. I recommend them to anyone looking for good quality, reusable spray bottles.
I like the feel of this bottle and it seem to work great so far. I have auto touch up liquid in it. My wife stole the other 2 for other uses, so she must like them as well ;)
They work so well, I bought another pack to keep on hand. Good even spray with little effort and it uses the whole bottle of liquid.
I use these bottles for clay lubes and spray waxes.It produces a fine mist and can shoot out a lot of product per trigger pull.Most of the time, I only pull the trigger half way because I dont want too much product to come out.
I have used these both on large and low profile tires. They tend to work better on larger tires, as they are large themselves. The low profile tires tend to end up leaving some dressing on the rims, not too big of a deal if you have micro fiber towels dedicated to your wheels.
Cut them in half and use them for your low profile tires.  Easy to use and there's enough to last you for several years.
Good size, seems durable, fits in your hand easily & spreads tire dressing thoroghly and evenly. Recommend for any car enthusiast.
Does the job when I need them to.  I use different brands of tire dressings and these work with them all.  Will buy again!
These are nice and thick and I like the curve... the only complaint I have is they are too wide for my low-profile tires. I ended up cutting them in half. So be warned. My tires have a 45 sidewall.
The green section is open cell foam like the dark gray foam, although a little denser, but being open cell, doesn't stop dressing chemical from soaking through to your fingers.
I bought this to apply tire shine to my car and these works great. It has the perfect curve to get all of the tire. This is a much better option than micro fiber cloths or other foam applicator. The shape of it is perfect. It absorbs the tire shine so you don't waste as much.
The handle portion is thick enough to keep the tire dressing off your hands and on the foam where it belongs. I've used the applicator with several different products and they all spread evenly.
Works awesome in my foam canon seems to make more foam than my other soaps i have tried, and it smells good!
Mr. Pink provides good suds for your car wash.  Works great with either a foam lance or foam gun.  Great product and smells good.
Love the smell and color of the soap, to start with. I purchased the smaller size, to test and see how the soap was (I generally buy small then big).The smell is similar to bubblegum, and the color is as well. Although it's supposed to be super concentrated, I find that Meguiars Gold Class soap was similar in terms of foam output. Although I still need to purchase a foam lance to confirm that fact, I believe that's the case.Anyway, I end up using half a capful to a small bucket of water, for washing a medium size sedan. Sometimes more, as the foam doesn't last for long.Overall, I like the soap but the value for the small size isn't there, a gallon size is necessary. Otherwise just stick with Meg's Gold Class.
good but idk if its all its cracked up to be it smells very nice and is almost as good as there snowfoam shampoo from them
I use this cut 10-1 with water in a soap gun. It is soap-a-licious! Nice slick feel to the suds so the crud glides off with easy pressure.
Suds like crazy, lasts well, and seems to clean well too. Can't wait for the weather to warm up so I can use it some more!
Mr. Pink is really good.  I use it with my foam lance.  It works really well inside their.  The Chemical Guys' products are great.
The amount of suds from this stuff is comical, It looks like a white out right here in Arizona... Neighbors stop in their tracks to see what the heck is going on! Great cleaning power as well...
As a pro detailer I try using the best products that I can find.Washing your car often is the most important thing one can do to maintain the cars finish.Keeping above surface contaminants is key in keeping the paint looking good for years.I've tried more expensive washes in the past and nothing comes close to Mr.Pink.Smells great.Cleans the paint without stripping your last step product.A little goes along way.Suds last longer than needed.Great price.This is the only car soap I use and will continue to buy it as long as Chemical Guys sells it.
First I am not sure why one would order this unless you are a teenager and would like the special effects inside your vehicle. According to the write up page the kit will transform your car, boat, or RV into an eye-popping visual showpiece, with Omni Lighting Systems (OLS) Motor Series by PPA. I have to agree that the lighting is unusual and neat. I installed inside my Jeep Wrangler. While the write up by the manufacturer says that the installation is a quick easy set up that takes you from dull to dazzling in minutes, brilliantly illuminating dash and floorboards, door panels, cabinets, closets, galleys, bow and stern sections. It is not difficult to install however let me caution, you need patience and use a trial and error approach to see what works best for you. The instructions are OK but not the best. The  24-key remote offers sixteen incredible color options, as well as various cosmetic features. Be sure and keep the remote so it can view the controller otherwise your remote will not work properly.  Dim or brighten, flash and fade, or effortlessly toggle across four spectacular preset lighting displays. Double-sided tape and Velcro strips (included) provide two installation options to ensure LED strips can easily be removed, yet also remain secure once in place. The company says the unit is engineered to deliver maximum performance and absolute satisfaction.I note from Amazon that other cuts are available for both vehicles and the home.If you need an addition "toy" for your car, boat or RV, then you will get enough enjoyment out of this to justify the purchase.
While I see that most people install these to look cool in their car, I just used the to add more light to the interior of a pop up camper.  Using a spare car battery this actually adds light to the interior without getting in the way and was easily hidden in the molding.  The cables weren't long enough for my installation, so I had to make my own custom lengths.. not too hard.The colors are neat and my kids loved playing with the remote (no surprise there).
I installed this under the belly of my RV.  I camp out in the desert and it's nice to have some unique lighting on my RV so I can pick mine out of the pack when I'm walking back from the campfire.The install went pretty quickly.  I ran the wiring straight to the 12V master fuse panel.  It was simple.The lights get a little dirty from road grime, but they clean up easily with a soft cloth.The lighting effect is a little bit cheesy, but it serves its purpose on moonless nights.
I haven't installed these in some fancy car with ground effects and all that.  I installed them for the ambiance and to aid in seeing at night in a newer model Chevy.In my opinion, for the price these are pretty darn good. I like the fact that you can add more lights to this system and still control them all via a single remote.They are pretty bright as well.  Once you have them set up where you want them I think you will be very happy.For me they were also an easy install.  It took less than 20 minutes to get things up and running, and that is including some time adjusting the position of the wires and lights to get it done right.Two thumbs up in my opinion.
I have to admit I didn't put these in a car; I have them wired to a 12v battery that I charge off solar panels. I use them as out door lights. I don't think they are waterproof but I have them under a two-foot overhang so they don't get wet. These lights at their highest are so bright I think you could land a plane with them, I just can't imagine these in a car. I love the fact that they have a dimmer, some cool strobe settings, and multiple colors but for me it's the red setting I wanted them for, I use these for night time telescope viewing as red light doesn't ruin your night vision, I can make them very dim, and at the end of the night turn on the white light and make sure I didn't leave any equipment on the ground. Hook up was easy enough after I cut the crimp ends off; they wouldn't hold tight for me so I just twisted the wires together and covered with the clear sleeves that came with the set. I like the fact I can add more sets later. I think they are pretty cool.
This is a do-it-yourself kit designed for anyone who'd like to add these color lighting effects to the interior of their vehicle. There are 2 panels of LED lights which you connect to the controller and power via a connection to a DC/cigarette lighter adapter or the vehicle battery. It's got a modular connection design, so you can connect additional LED panels and extension cables if you wish. There is tape and velcro for you to secure the cables, though the cables are hard to keep hidden and the controller remote requires direct line of sight for the signal to work. The installation instructions seemed a bit incomplete but overall were adequate for me to get everything hooked up. The cable connections have arrows for you to align and it is recommended to use electrical tape to secure the connection between the controller and the DC adapter [that connection is loose unless you do something to secure it]. For novices, using the DC plugin power adapter is preferrable to trying to hook the wires directly to a battery. Oddly, the kit recommends professional installation even though it seems to be marketed for do-it-yourself installation.The main problem I encountered during installation was that it wouldn't power on until I opened up the remote control battery compartment and discovered that the battery had come installed upside down. Once I flipped it into the correct position everything worked fine and I got to enjoy the colored lights. This is a simple way to add colored lighting in your vehicle, while a true do-it-yourself veteran could probably obtain needed components to install something similar at a lower cost. This kit might contain either more than you need or less than you require for the amount of lighting that you intend to install, so it may not be the best option for everyone.
The lights are amazingly bright!  These are the "water proof" lights so they can go outside as opposed to the others.The kit came neatly packaged and included everything required to install in a car, truck, boat, RV, etc.  However, the directions are just adequate because they look like a photo copy of a photo copy, so the graphics are fuzzy.  You have to use pliers to crimp the power wires to the cigarette lighter adapter that is included with the kit.  When I first hooked it up, it wouldn't work but it did after I took the watch battery out of the remote and re-installed it.  Then everything worked great!  The remote allows you to change from bright white to many different shades of colors and brightness.  Since the remote is infrared, you have to mount the receiver sensor somewhere in line-of-sight for the remote to see it.Installation in a car is pretty simple with the two 1-foot light strips that are included.  Since the controller can handle up to 36 feet of light strips, I'm considering buying some extension light strips to mount under the awning of our RV.  You can get a 5-foot light strip for about $60 or a 10-foot light strip for about $100.  You can also get two 1-foot light strips with a 1-foot extension cable for about $23.  5-foot extension cables run about $11.
I received a starter kit and installed them on my motorcycle.  They look nice, and it was a breeze to install.  They do not appear to be weather proof at all.  So you'll be taking a big chance with these on your motorcycle if you ride in the rain or store the bike outside.  And to be clear, these lights are not sold as weather proof.  I managed to get all the connectors tucked up out of the way of any rain or splashes.  Time will tell on that.
Okay, gotta write this. These are BIG bucks but they fit right in those tight spaces where the old 194's came out of on our 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix GT1. And, these bulbs are bright. Not exactly that tinted blue look, but cleaner than the old style 194's we took out. We replaced all the 194's with these. The tightest spots were in the back seat overhead reading/map/entry lights. Got some of those &#34;old fashioned&#34; LED's for lighting up the foot wells in front, but they don't fit anywhere else.
I tried using LED bulbs, but the the fit was loose. This bulb fits perfectly and is just as bright as a LED would be.
Finally.... A lighting company that knows their lighting makes a proper LED 168 bulb.First off, the color of this bulb is pure white with a hint of blue.. (6000k is a very accurate description). The blue isnt very overpowering either, at first glance my first thought is usually a really white bulb.Its output is just amazing. Even with the frosted plastic lens this bulb puts out a lot of light.It is a bit fatter than a standard filament 168 bulb so keep that in mind. Its longer also, but not by much.Compared to cheapo oversea brands, this one seems to have the most uniformity between bulbs. No 1 bulb is either brighter or bluer than each other.These have a certain polarity so remember that if it doesnt work one way, flip the bulb around.Its life so far has been great (have a car running them for about 5 months now.) 5 months doesnt seem like a lot, but its longer than most of the oversea led bulbs.
Good light if your wanting to replace a bulb of this socket size. These bulbs arnt very long so you don't have to worry about coverings or anything that limits the length of the bulb. I went through 4 license plate bulbs that were all too long before I got this one. It's  are a nice bright white
These LEDs are the best I've seen, and I've been through two dozen other ones before. Some from Putco, and other amazon ones. These are the real deal, the quality and construction of these are leaps and bounds over other LEDs and are just as bright as any other. Great Buy.
I put these on my license plate lights and it looks like the Lexus' license plate lights now.  Bright, clean white light.
Purchased and used to replaced a burnt out license plate bulb on my 3rd gen Camry.Why I gave 3/5 stars for my rating:Great brightness for the size and wattageLoad resistance is built right in; making this is a drop-in replacementThe dimensions (especially the length from socket to tip of lens) is about the same as the bulbs it can replace-other LED replacement products for 168/194 are merely &#34;compatible&#34; and less-so than thisWhy not a higher rating?PRICE.  Although a quality product, it would be very expensive if the intent is to replace multiple incandescent bulbs in my car.I recommend this product to folks who may want to just have one bright bulb shining on their license plate, instead of 1-2 traditional bulbs that not very bright, even when new.If these were less expensive (and eh-hmm... if they were legal for this purpose) I would consider swapping them in for my parking lights.  I also have some interior lights out, or that I may want to replace with LEDs for brighter gauges and courtesy lights on doors; these bulbs are not worth the cost for these other purposes.
Sylvania 168/194/2825 Premium White LED Driving Bulb. One of the best quality bulb I have purchased. Very bright and  quality construction.
These are just what I was looking for and an excellent price too! Would definitely buy again...probably will in the future.
Average shop rags for light duty usage. Nothing to write home to Mom about.I haven't washed any yet so I have no idea what will happen then.Get the white. You want them to show dirt and grime easily. Colored shop rags?I don't know about that. They could be wash cloths pretending to be shop rags.Not as thick as shown. Don't get excited and if you just need an average rag these should do it for you.
These are real handy in my shop for general usage. Not a real heavy duty type towel, but worth the price for what I got.
Pros:-absorbent-soft; not likely to damage delicate finishes-good size (not too small to be useful; not too large to wring out)-straight (not skewed like some I've bought)-readily available in white-cheap enough to use on really cruddy jobs and throw away-strong-flexible for when they need to get into tight areasCons:-none, except that I prefer white.  My first reaction to the colors was that they might run.Haven't laundered any of them yet, so I can't speak to that.
I really haven't used this product yet. However, I did open the package and upon inspection these should work out nicely around the car or the house. They are soft yet have enough body to seemingly withstand general use.
I ordered this cleaner to be used along with some other Chemical Guys products and I am actually surprised at the grease cutting abilities of this stuff. But that's about where it ends. It has worked miracles in my engine bay, cutting away caked on grease from hoses and even making them look very presentable at the same time, but it has not been able to impress me on any other level. I've tried using it on multiple other surfaces for various reasons and it just hasn't worked as well. Another huge reason I'm cutting this from 4 stars to 5- since I'm very happy with its engine bay cleaning abilities- is because my bottle actually came with a fair amount of dirt and debris floating around in it. It would be one thing if it were just a spec of dirt, perhaps a few pieces of plastic residue, floating around in the bottle... but I have part of a twig and what looks to be some sand in mine. Surely I can't be alone in seeing the irony of my cleaning product being contaminated with unknown contaminants.
I have been using it to clean cars and trucks for few weeks now, and I have found having a few bottles with different dilution ratios works a lot better, had a few spots where the really diluted bottle would not get it out but a higher dose got it right out!
Great APC, work as advertised! Saw many reviews on youtube from Chemical Guys on this cleaner. Quick work of wheel cleaning!
I use this product strictly for interior cleaning, excels at leaving NO trace of itself behind.Pros-NO scent for those, like myself, hate chemical smells lingering.-Great at removing stains on upholstery.-Flexible dilution. I cut mine 20:1.-Cons-Could be a bit stronger.I am in no way affiliated with any manufacturer.
I use this with a combination of a boar's hair brush for my detail shop to clean door panels, it also works great as spot stain remover for interiors.
Why did u wait so long to buy this?  Easy to use and there are tons of apps in iTunes that work with this. Dealers are insane to charge for a scan when you can buy one of these.  This saved me over a thousand bucks on a less than honest stealership.
What you want is a Blutooth version of this device, and an old Andriod device or cracked iphone to use the blutooth function.  FU Apple for .Connecting this using WiFi makes your phone useless. You will not be able to connect to the internet using your LTE if you have an iPhone, it tries to connect through the WiFi, which is connected to this device.I tried using Engine Link software, and was not happy with it. That did not sense my fuel tank and flow functions.
You can run diags in your iphone see whats up with your car alot of features for the price you can reset the codes after you make the repair it decodes the problem code and you can fix yourself saves you hundreds in repair bills also avoids you from being ripped off from garages since you know what is worng
I use this in my car all the time always plugged in. You can simply connect with it via the Apple app, which is 5-6 dollars, but works very well. I recommend this to anyone who have an iPhone due to the short amount of them available.
sometimes a bit funky to sync to my iPhone. make sure you are getting the right tool for your device (iOS, Android etc) I have to try it several times before it works, but could equally be my software. The device is useless without a good app, I tried several free ones, but they don't do much unless you upgrade to the paid.in the end, I purchased an app called DashCommand to interface with the device and it does almost anything. Used it to reset my service lights and run scans. will even run a second set of gauges and monitor fuel efficiency...ok now it seems like I'm plugging the app - disclaimer, i'm in no way affiliated with either of these products. The two together are awesome and highly recommended.
Bought this to facilitate an Iphone app that displays engine and performance diagnostics.  e.g. I wanted to know the exhaust gas temperatures for my diesel.  An EGT meter (pyrometer) installed is over $200 due to the labor of removing parts to get at the engine.  Turns out F ord reports EGT to the OBDII port.  Put it all together and for $43 I have all the information I could ever need about my engine plus I get to read the EGT on both sides of the Turbo.  Note:  this item is wifi no bluetooth so you never have a conflict with using the bluetooth function on your phone for making calls
Works with my iPhone 4s. Download app and connect.  I think it is much better than a standard scanner.  I am able to view variety of car information using this.
This small unit works well charging our iPads and Kindles, phones and iPods.I've had similar, smaller devices in the past that heat up quickly...one even started smoking and had to be tossed out of a moving vehicle. (The statute of limitations has passed on that littering charge, I hope). This charged my phones and iPad without getting too warm, so I feel better about it. My phone would charge in my car without this device, no problem. But my iPad wouldn't. So now I have that covered.Really wish I had gotten a larger unit so I could use it for camping or other useful devices. I may end up purchasing a larger one of these once I feel comfortable with the longevity of this one. So far, pretty good!
I never paid much attention to these kinds of products.  A while back I received a power adapter for the car that was very small.  I think it was Amazon Basics.That product made me realize how invaluable things like that can be.  However, when charging my phone on that particular device it would barley make a dent in it.  For instance, I could be driving for ten minutes and if I unplugged it, it would still beep low battery at me.I have not had that problem with this product.  Its pretty much like plugging in my phone at home and I like that very much.I have never hooked it up to a battery so I can't really comment on that.Its pretty sizable so its not something your probably going to want to leave plugged in inside your car at all times, depending on how much neat freak you are or where you live I guess.  I don't consider this a con as I believe to get the power the size probably directly relates.I can recommend this product.
There are a variety of ways to recharge iPhones and iPads from lighter sockets in one's car, but it's a little tougher to recharge a laptop computer on the go. This is a great solution. Plug this Inverter into the car lighter socket, then plug in my MacBook Pro to recharge while I drive. In the meantime, I can also connect the iPhone and iPad via the USB sockets and have them recharging at the same time. The only downside is that there is no lighter socket passthrough so I can't plug in my bluetooth phone speaker at the same time. That would be the only addition that I'd suggest.The overall unit works nicely and I haven't noticed it getting warm when running my computer gear (none of which admittedly draws nearly the amperage that this could provide). The lighter plug provided is a little tight for a standard socket, and getting it plugged in was tough at first. Wires are also provided so that the unit could be attached directly to a 12v battery should that be your desired setup.
This is a decent power inverter to power many AC devices, including charging a laptop and also accessories the require USB power. it is fairly compact, but at least the unit I received had some defects in the casing at least and I wish to point out that it not made by the Energizer Bunny people, but under license. This or may not lead to quality issues that may be typified by the flaws I observed in the case. I will post photos when I can. However, that being said, I believe that this unit has good quality and will probably serve you well.this unit has battery clips and also a cigarette lighter plug -- but you have to change them by unscrewing the posts on  the back.If the fuse blows on the unit for some reason, it is inside the cigarette lighter plug.
Let's get right to my biggest complaints:1.  Opening the packaging is not fun.  Companies should realize this and do something to make life easier for the people buying their stuff.2.  This thing smells INCREDIBLY foul for several days after opening it.  Imaging going to a auto parts store - and a tire store - extracting their odors.  That's what Energizer did here, and then they dumped said extract all over this gadget.  I left it out in my shed for several days before even using it.3.  The blue light on the front is WAY too bright.  It's obnoxious - you can't even look at it without a burning, searing pain in your retina.Once it was self defumigated, and I could use it...well, it works very well.  It's quiet, and it does exactly what it's intended to do.  Depending on if you have any kind of AC cords with special plugs/transformers built in, be sure to notice that the AC plugs are slanted in and down - directly over the USB ports if the cord has a "brick" at the end.I had no problems with any of the outlets - the operation was silent, the blue light was blinding, and power was supplied to everything I tried.  One other note:  I used a couple of low-power devices via the AC adapter that had LCD panels - and the LCD panel on the device wasn't steady as when plugged into a standard AC outlet.  For lower powered devices, you may need a line conditioner - my assumption was that this power inverter wasn't supplying the power steadily and evenly, but I didn't get the voltmeter to be completely sure.Overall, it's a good inverter with a couple of weird problems that would make me shop around a bit for something of equal quality to see if the competition had "solved" the problems.  It's a good inverter, about on par with others I've used in the past.
This item works just as described! I like it for the uses it offers and I'm grateful I bought it.
If you are on the  go and rely on electronics you will need this product to make sure their is power.  The item may appear a bit bulky, but depending on the layout of your vehicle, it can easily be mounted (is not part of the packaging).  However, since it obtains power from your cigarette lighter if offers a very portable solution.  In addition to USB plugs, it also offers power plugs for that laptop or other device which has a traditional power plug.  While the item is very good, the one drawback is a cigarette plug option.  This is due to the main plug using the lighter and most users already use the lighter for various connections.  The lack of the lighter plug is more of a plus and may be offered in upcoming products.It promptly fires up and once turned on, you will notice a bright blue indicator.  Finally, in addition to your lighter it can also be connected directly to your battery.  A good alternative for those seeking to have sufficient power, especially while travelling.
This unit is great for road trips - your devices will never be without power!  The USB ports are especially useful for keeping the entire family's cell phones charged while on the go.  It's a little large, but conveniently fits out of the way under the front dash area in my Lexus RX330.  The customer support is good too if you ever need it - Energizer stands behind this product.
took it camping and was real handy in recharging my iPad and phone. Haven't used anything bigger on it but small electronics worked fine.
This Inverter comes with both power socket plug and battery terminal clips with wire set for each. The LCD display on the unit tells me how much is being charged. The built-in cooling fan turns on at 158 F internal case temperature. In my usage, the fan never gets turned on. So, the whole unit runs silently. This is good as the fan itself will consume the battery power also.For people that mainly connects this inverter through cigarette lighter, I don't see good reasons to pick up this inverter, as the cigarette lighter connection limits the output powder to around 130W only. But then, on the end, it seems pretty awkward to connect the inverter to car battery under the hood while driving.This inverter along with a portable 12V deep cycle battery (the marine battery, not the typical car battery) is the main power source during my camping trips. It is connected to the 12V battery's terminal directly. So, I can get the 500W power if needed. I use this setup to run an air pump to inflate air beds. I use them to run the light bulbs for camping site lighting and inside-tent lighting. Also to use them to power stereo speakers for dancing party on the camp site. Of course, they are used to charge cell phones, tablets.This inverter has good safety features and it shuts down itself under following conditions: (1)input voltage is too low, (2)input voltage is too high, (3)output is overloading, (4)output is short circled, (4) or the inverter itself is overheating.In summary, this inverter works great for my application and I like its silent operation and safety features. I am not sure this 500W inverter is the best choice (from cost point of view) if the need is just for charging cell phone, laptop, camera, tablets. For that, I might go with a 150W inverter, which is cheaper, smaller and more portable.
Sturdy. Functions correctly to charge your device but be certain you buy a unit large enough to meet your expectations.  I have the smallest unit at 500W.  I can charge my phone and iPad but did not do my due diligence to ascertain what this unit is capable of since Watts are not necessarily the unit of power many are accustomed to using.  My simple desire was to be able to use a standard vacuum cleaner in cleaning the car without dragging out the 50 foot extension cord.  When I met with failure I  did the research and found that I need at least the 1500W unit.  Be aware that some devices have an initial power surge, so may require an even larger unit to handle that allowance.  The description might also allow you to think that all the units have an LED readout screen that gives you needed information. This lower power model does not.  It is somewhat larger than I anticipated for just being able to charge small devices. Also puzzling was that it comes with wires that allow you to connect it directly to your battery under the hood. I see the usefulness of this if you have a unit to power, say, a small TV for tailgating, but why would you hook it up to your battery to charge a small device like a cellphone or tablet? A useful and sturdy product, but crunch the numbers to understand what you really need.
The Energizer 500W DC power inverter comes with 2 AC and 2 USB plugin ports and can be connected to your vehicle's battery power via a cigarette lighter plugin or battery clamps. You can charge or power multiple devices within the confines of what this inverter is rated for. If you have something that will need more than 500W continuous power or more than 1000W peak you should buy a different model inverter that has more power throughput capability. This one will show you its status as you are using it, and it seems to function fine when used properly. The only drawbacks I think could be addressed are the packaging (plastic that you have to cut and dispose of) and lack of a carrying handle or carrying case. This isn't too heavy but it could have been made easier to carry and included a protective storage case with a handle and recyclable packaging. Overall this is a good option if you have small appliances you'd want to use with your vehicle's power and also be able to power or charge USB devices, phones & tablets, etc.
Overall, this is a great power inverter.  I have the lowest model (500W), but that's plenty for the types of devices that I want to run from the car like a laptop, game console, and/or TV.  I also really like that this inverter not only offers your regular 'plugs,' but well-powered USB ports to free up the plugs for more standard things.While I haven't done it, I also really like that you can hardwire this thing straight to your battery and mount it inside the cabin.  For those looking for a more permanent replacement, this thing has even more advantages.  Its high build quality makes me believe it will last and make it worth the extra effort.In all, it's a great inverter.  My only recommendation -- and it's nothing against the product -- is to take a look at the types of things you want to run off of your inverter and make sure you buy the correct power.  500W is sufficient for light users, but tailgaters running blenders and such are going to need the bigger one.I received this from the manufacturer for testing and review and have shared my honest experience in this review.
The Energizer power inverter is working flawlessly for us to recharge my laptop on the go.  For a KINDLE, or a TABLET or a CELL PHONE, do NOT waste the energy to convert from a DC source to AC through an inverter to just go back to DC again in the wall adapter charger - that's just a great way to waste energy needlessly.  Simply charge those types of devices directly via DC as long as the cables are available.Since I only have an AC charger for my laptop, it makes perfect sense to use this inverter to recharge my laptop battery - the price of the inverter is much less than the DC power cord and has additional functionality.  When we go on short trips now we're able to power up small fans on our dog crate, other possible uses would to be powera small portable stereo or small HDTV at the park (we have a LONGRoadPro RP-203EC 12V 12' Extension Cord with Cigarette Lighter Plugwhich is perfect in this case!)Be careful not to use this motors to power any device with larger motors, heating elements or to draw too much wattage by overloading the device.
This unit is relatively large (size of a can of ham) and lets you plug a standard 3 prong cord in so you can charge a laptop. There is also the option to use USB.The USB ports are shared, outputting a total of 2.1 amps, so if two units are plugged in, it will slow down any charging by half.There are two AC outlets. 500W continuous/1000W peak power output. This isn't a lot of wattage, so for example, you couldn't really run a standard hair dryer off it (they run around 1200 watts.)A thermal fan cools the unit as it charges.If you travel with a laptop or other unit requiring a standard AC outlet, this is useful as you don't have to have a 12v to DC cord for each unit and can use the standard power cord.
I had some plans for this that included a Vanguard GAEMS portable gaming system (suitcase with a 19" monitor in there that also mounts an Xbox or such inside for portable gaming).  The Xbox itself uses 175W, the monitor a fraction of that.  Yet this would power neither of them.  Not concurrently, nor individually.  Nada.I pulled my Harmony remote charging base in the car, tried that, and that would power, so I knew the inverter at least works, and isn't defective.USB charging worked for my tablets and my phone, although it's far more convenient for me to use my dual USB cigarette adapter for things like that, rather than the large box here.The other major complaint I had is the short cable for the cigarette lighter.  Give me something long enough to reach the back of my SUV where I'm more likely to have things set up that need AC power. The provided cable wasn't even long enough to reach from the center mounted dash cigarette jack to the armrest between the seats - a short straight shot.  I had just enough to reach to put the unit on one of the front seats, that was it.  And since not all vehicles have a rear mounted cigarette plug (something I think all auto makers should do) I have no else I can plug it in.Had it worked, I probably would've given it 4 stars, taking one off for the shot cord.  But since this 500W unit couldn't even power something at about 30W, let alone something that's only using 175W, it's completely useless.
Love this inverter.  It serves many purposes at once since you can charge something with a regular cord as well as USB cords at the same time.This is perfect for road trips, when the long drive drains your kindle, laptop, ipod, etc batteries.The USB port charges quickly, noiselessly and the unit is not overly large so it doesn't create a space problem in your vehicle.This is a product that I would definitely purchase again, extremely useful, well-made and would even make a great guy gift.
This 500 watt modified sine wave power inverter works either from the cigarette lighter adapter in your car or directly off a 12V battery.It converts 12 volt direct current battery power to 120 volt alternating current power so you can operate/charge low power devices such as lights, eReaders, iPods, cell phones, fans, laptops, etc.  It has 2 normal 120V outlets like you would find in your house, plus 2 USB power outlets.Items that worked successfully:A 60W incandescent light bulb, a 13W compact fluorescent light bulb, a Kindle Fire, an air filter / fan for the house, a camcorder battery charger, iPod charger, netbook laptop, 32" LCD TV, etc.  I confirmed that it does cut off power when the 12V battery drains down below 10.5V to protect the battery.I found that the inverter is too small to power a coffee maker.Pros:~Comes with both cigarette lighter adapter and alligator clip power cords, plus hardware to hard-mount it if you want to.~It's fairly light (2 lbs) and compact for use in the car.Owner manual is good.**The best thing about the unit is that it is completely SILENT almost all the time!(unlike my old one)**~The internal cooling fan did come on when operating at higher output levels, but is silent when charging batteries.Cons:~Couldn't power my 18V electric drill battery charger, but the instructions did warn that some battery chargers will not work with the modified sine wave format of this inverter.  A true sine wave would be needed.~No LCD screen on this model (EN500).This is a great product at a good price that works for most low power devices.  5 stars!
I was not expecting it to be as large or bulky as it is, but it is solidly built and works wellfor charging the small electronic devices that I need it for. Perfect size for charging cell phone, camera battery, laptop, tablet etc.I would recommend this product.
This is unbelievable, I thought I was buying from a reputable brand. This is my 2nd energizer (Or I guess Power Bright is their manufacturer) inverter. I got the 1st one earlier this week. It was returned the day it was received because one of the 120V wires coming off the main board hasn't attached, it had come off (It was holding on by 1 strand). The replacement came in today, first thing I checked was that wire through the grill slots, it was attached. Plugged it in to my car battery (via the attached clips), powered up just find. Attached a 50w LED work light (50 watts load at the plug, not 50 watts light output), worked just fine. Fan didn't power up. Attached a 175-200 watt load (my Dremel Rotary Tool, it pulls 1.5A (I've tested this with a DMM)) with the LED light. There was a sizable arc inside the unit. It continued to arc, followed quickly by a FIRE and a lot of smoke until I removed the positive terminal of the battery from it. Looked like a fool trying to blow through the fan opening to put it out, then quickly snapped a pic with my phone..unbelievable. This is suppose to have the usual safety circuitry built in , NONE of it worked as designed, it continued to short internally with my battery connected. This is a DANGER to anybody who uses it with high loads. I seriously question the engineering design and manufacturing if I had 1 dead on arrival and the 2nd caught on fire due to some internal fault (I'm not going to take it apart to see which component failed). Its totally unacceptable.Oh and if anybody says that dremel was too much for it. I've measured it pulling 1.55A at 110V (modified AC sin wave) from my Cobra 500watt power inverter I have permanently mounted in my car, you know the $25 dollar one on amazon right now. I use it on that thing frequently with no issues. I stepped up to energizer thinking it would be a good product, but the dirt cheap one that I've had a year or 2 works better.
This thing works just like you'd expect and has all the connection options you need.  I mainly wanted it to use as a backup power supply, paired with a 12V deep cycle battery, in case of a power outage.  I hook it to the battery with the alligator clips (included), turn it on and it works no problem.  It recharges my Android phone (via USB) and I tested it with a 200W personal heater (via 2 prong plug) and that worked just fine with the 12V battery.The cigarette lighter is a nice option too, basically giving you a generic way to power devices without having to get the "car adapter" for that particular device.  Note, though, the warning that cigarette lighters are for 100W.  If you want 500W you need a battery to connect to with the alligator clips.Basically if you have this, a 12V battery and a battery tender/charger, you've got a nice, generic home backup power supply which, while not remotely as robust as a generator, is a cheap and convenient way to power your gadgets in a power outage.
It works good just as most of the reviewers have said, but the one I got stunk very badly when I took it out of the box. The smell is similar to the smell that I have found on shoes, tools and other products that came from China (appears to be something in the plastic/glue they use). I'm a smoker so my smeller is not too good, but I can smell this thing from across the room. I'm surprised, because I read a lot of the reviews before I bought this thing and I don't remember anything about it smelling, so maybe I got a bad one. I've had this thing out of the box for several days now, but the smell is just as powerful as the day I opened the box for the 1st time. I'll be keeping it because it will be used mostly outdoors were it don't smell as badly, but I won't be buying another or recommending this thing!
I'm very pleased with the Energizer 500-Watt power inverter. It offers a lot of convenience in a portable package. It can also be permanently mounted in the vehicle if so desired. There is plenty of power on tap to charge a laptop battery, run a small appliance, or even use some smaller power tools. There is a 1000-watt start-up surge rating, which seems to be enough for most things a person would normally want to run off a power inverter.
I've had several inverters, from super cheap ones to the higher end true sine waves.  For what this inverter provides, it is well worth the money.  It is powerful enough for most needs and they provide both battery clamps and standard wires.The item is well built and cords plug into it and remove easily.  It has bright indicator lights so there is no question about what's going on.The fact it has 2.1A USB ports is great.  However, be aware that that is shared between both USB ports.  So you cannot charge two higher amperage devices, such as iPads, simultaneously.  You could, however, use the USB port for one and the AC charger for the other and that would solve it.  I don't really charge two at the same time, so it's never an issue.The included  mounting hardware make it a snap to put in.  I would recommend one for every car.  They can be life savers!
If you plan to connect this straight to a 12 volt battery, it is great.  It provides 500 watts of power in a compact, quiet, and well made package.  If you plan to connect it to a cigarette plug, this is a terrible choice.  When plugged into a car's cigarette plug, it only supports 100 watts of power because it operates so inefficiently at lower wattage.  There are models out there that can give you 300 watts from a car's cigarette plug, without tripping the fuse in the car.  If you go over 100 watts with this one, you'll trip the fuse.  The delta is basically used up in heat and powering the fan.This is a great inverter for heavy duty use, connected straight to a battery.  It is not efficient enough to be a good choice for cigarette lighter applications.
This Energizer Power Inverter works as it should.  It seems well built and looks good too.  Devices like this are very useful for road trips and surveillance jobs.  I highly recommend this little unit.  It is powerful enough to drive a full size blender... don't ask.
This inverter is non-sinusoidal.  Basically, this makes it unfit for your expensive electronics like laptops.  I plugged my MacBook Pro AC adaptor/charger into this thing and it flashed my screen like a Christmas light.  I hope it's not damaged.It comes in one of those cursed welded plastic display hangers that you have to destroy to open.  That's ok though because I feel sorry for anyone that would buy this P.O.S. junk from China.  Live and learn.
This is a well-built, if bulky unit that has performed admirably. I had a USB input in my Honda Fit, but it's not always powerful enough to charge things like iPods, iPhones, and iPads (and most things with an i in front...). It powers the devices while connected, but cannot add to their battery life. Fortunately, the Energizer works really well. It's functional and seems to run without getting too hot. However, it's pretty big and doesn't tuck away easily in some remote part of the car when not in use. It's not really substantively larger than other power inverters with similar output capacities, but it's still big. There are also a few cables that attach to it, so I recommend getting some sort of bag to store everything in together. I use one of those reusable shopping bags, and when the unit isn't in use, I just throw it in the truck.Overall, the build quality is very good and it works well.
The storm season is upon us and this is the time to get ready for it. With so many gadgets as part of our everyday life, candles and flashlights aren't enough during a power outage. So, having at least one power inverter is essential to recharge our small electronics and having some lights in the darkness. The Energizer EN500 is designed to be used mainly in a motor vehicle, but it can also be used at home with a rechargeable Sealed Lead Acid Battery that would not ooze fumes or spill acid.I tested the Energizer EN500 with two different AGM batteries, both 12 volts, one 7Ah and the other 35Ah. Using the USB ports, I recharged a few gadgets, like Smartphones, MP3 players, a weather radio, and a netbook. And later left a regular lamp connected to the AC outlet for a few hours. It performs well, so I think the Energizer EN500 is a great option for a budget power inverter.
I love that this inverter comes with traditional outlets and USB ports.You can run this off your car cigarette lighter or run it off the included battery cables on a full sized battery.  This is a huge plus if you will be camping or if you are worried about a prolonged power outage. No it won't power your refrigerator, but you will have days (weeks) of cell phone and flashlight power.
As I said in the title, this works great, but it's a bit bulky.  Since 500 watts is too much power to pull from a cigarette lighter socket, you'll need to either wire it in, or use the supplied clips to attach it to your car battery.  If your power needs are less than 180 watts (or so), you're better off looking at a smaller, lower power unit.  If you need to power more than a couple hundred watts, this will do it...just remember that you'll blow a fuse if you simply plug it into a dash socket.
Way too cute, easy to apply and has stayed on though weather with no problem so far. It looks like it is a piece of tap you put on the mirror but you rub the tape and the letters stick to the mirror and you gently pull the tap off and letters stay. I have had no problem with them staying on.  Be sure to rub really, really well to get the letters to stick or they will pull off with the tape. Also pull the tape off slowly. If the letter hadn't stuck to the mirror you can rub it again to be sure it does before you continue to pull the tap off.  Its not really as tricky as I make it sound.Its true too, Objects in the mirror ARE losing!
This is cool but you have to be totally sure the surface is clean and apply a lot of pressure. I didn't and when cleaning the mirror from some snow and ice lost half the letters.
i bought 5 sets as soon as i saw them. had to hand em out to all my buddies.. holding up great so far in terms of quality
I put these on my Suzuki GSX1250FA ... looks great and speaks the truth!  Be sure and follow the instructions exactly as they state and you won't have any problems.  The key is to work slowly.
Looks great on left drivers rear view mirror, but due to the copy already on the right passenger mirror it does not work for that mirror.  May want to place the second decal on the inside rear view mirror
I've tried several of charging stations for my vehicle and the Energizer cigarette adapter charger was alot smaller and less invasive than I thought it would be. It's truly is multi-purposed not just for cell phones and Ipads, but laptop computers or anything requiring two or three prong charging.  The only thing I noticed is that when you have more than one item charging, it doesn't charge as quickly as if it's plugged in singly in a wall socket.  I also have a vehicle that doesn't continue charging when the car is off, but that's not the fault of this device.  Overall, it's a handy thing to have with my travel for work, I don't have to worry about charging my devices before I hit the road.
I've had several very cheap USB cigarette lighter power outlets, as well as a larger inverter (the StanleyB001U04MYEBoth are adequate.  However, the Energizer unit has greater capacity, good build quality, and for some will have better ergonomics in terms of where it gets placed in the car.Pros:-Fair pricing-Good build quality-appears to be durable-high capacity (120w)-4 USB ports and a 120v outletCons:-shape can be a challenge for some cars/boatsIn sum, a handy device that should last a long time.  In addition to its everyday use in a car, it can be a lifesaver if an emergency occurs and home power is out (as you could use some electrical appliances from the car).
My only complaint is that they call this a cupholder inverter but if you put it in a cupholder that will block the sides which is where the vents are!  I keep mine on the floor.  I have 6 tablets, 3 phones and 4 laptops in my family, so the variety of outlets is great!
.Not sure what's going on with the folks at Energizer. This is a nicely designed product, competitively priced.PROs:- Fits nicely in cup holders; does not stick up too high.- Quiet enough. No Fan. Buzzing sound increases with load, but no real issue in a car.- Detachable input cables: heavy 32-inch socket cable; 12-inch clamp-to-battery cable.- 4 USB ports (but limited to 2.1 Amp total)- Warranty: 2 yearsOKs:- Fit, finish, and appearance are good- Gets warm, but not hot (see Note 1)- Owner's Guide is informative and clear- No ON-Off switchCONs:- No major CONs found so farNits & Wish List:- Obnoxious blister pack- Status light: You might think it's too bright and distracting at night.- Would be nice if the status light spilled into the USB and 120-volt holes (see ports at night)- - - Alternatives - - -- The180-watt versionis the same size, only 5% heavier, and sometimes no more expensive.- Many other brands. Most stick up higher and have fewer USB ports.- - - Notes - - -Note 1: I tested it for about 15 minutes, charging my MacBook Pro (60-watt power supply) and iPhone (5 watts). It did not get unreasonably hot.~~~ Comments & questions welcome ~~~
We, like most families these days, have lots of portable electronic equipment including smartphones, laptops, Bluetooth speakers, Bluetooth keyboards, and such. When we go on a trip with 4 people in the car it isn't unusual to have as many as five of these devices being used, sometimes at the same time. There never seems to be enough charging outlets available. This little device fills the bill for us.We have been using a 140 Watt inverter for a few years already. It has two AC outlets but no USB ports so isn't nearly as handy as this new one. The old one has an internal fan, and a bit of a noisy fan it is. We are all relieved when we turn it off and get rid of that raspy sound. Also that old inverter is about 2" x 7" x 5" so quite large in comparison to this Energizer 120W unit.I tried plugging in my 14" laptop, and two Samsung Galaxy S3 smartphones and it worked just fine. With no internal fan it is completely quiet.As a few others have said taking up a cup holder isn't very practical unless you have one of those cars with a zillion cup holders. Our two cars only have two cup holders in the front seat, and we use both of them most of the time. So we put this Energizer in the arm rest closed compartment. One concern I have, and I'll have to monitor it, is will this Energizer overheat when placed in the arm rest compartment and put to heavy use.My only complaint is when I actually did have it in a cup holder, and it was night time, the blue light is bright and I could see it's reflection off the two side windows in the front seat so it was a bit distracting. Since we'll be keeping it in the arm rest box it won't be an issue. In other cases when bright LED lights bothered me I put a piece of black electrical tape over the light and just poke a small hole in the tape so I can see the light, which works fine. I've done this with several pieces of equipment.It's a nicely designed, and seemingly sturdy little device.
I've had a number of these style inverters and each one had I hated. The reason was some were built very cheaply, there would be a fan running that was loud in the device itself and even with a car radio on you could hear this hum coming from your cup holder. Others were just built so cheap and they cracked in the heat of being in the car when parked. This however is very solid, it's quiet and it has more than enough plugs for even me. It has 1 AC outlet which I used to run my laptop off of when traveling. It also features 4 usb plugs which for me allows me to plug my GS4, nexus tablet and GPS (if I bring my standalone) in with one plug to spare.I use a fitbit so it's handy being able to charge that while on the road driving.If you are looking for a power inverter this is a great one. It does come with 2 plugs, a cigarette lighter as well as clamps so you could hook it directly to a battery if you needed to.
This thing is really cool.  It's a sleek car charger that fits into any standard car cup holder.  The cord isn't super long, so your cup holder ideally needs to be fairly close to your car's accessory port (or cigarette lighter, as they used to be called.)CompactThis thing is about the size of an 8oz cup.  It's kind of stout, like the beverage cups they usually give on airlines, so it doesn't take up much room or add clutter.4 Convenient USB Ports - Enough to ShareThese days, we all have multiple devices that need to be charged.  And since USB is becoming the standard, the 4 USB ports on this charger can juice up most anything with a USB cable.  And there's enough ports to go around, so whoever's riding shotgun can plug in their devices too!BONUS -- AC Plug Power Inverter too!This cool little thing even has a 3-prong AC power inverter, so you can plug in virtually anything with a standard AC cord and use it in your car -- laptop, tablet, emergency light, beverage cooler, hotplate (LOL) -- virtually anything with a standard wall plug!  I have many extra gadgets, so the bonus AC outlet has proven to be very handy and convenient.Bottom Line - really love this cup holder car charger. Offers a lot of bang for the buck and all packed into a very compact and well made gadget. Love it!  Happy! ;oD
Well, I liked this product so much the first time, that I had to get another for our 2nd vehicle!Love how it fits into the cup holder, and the multiple charging ports are a huge plus, and came in handy while on a recent road trip.  No more fighting over who gets the charging port!An added plus is the AC plug in for those weird moments when you need one.  It also has 4 USB ports so you can charge pretty much anything that you need to while in a car.
What I like:-- Fits into one of the two cup holders with wiggle room for air circulation.-- Has 4 USB ports and one standard 120 volt receptacle.  I like that I can re-charge several small devices at one time instead of having to take turns.  I can charge my iPod, cell phone, GPS and android tablet if I want too although the more connected the slower the charging will be.  But really, do you need to use 5 devices at one time???  And personally, I wouldn't use all 5 ports at the same time because I bet something will overload the 120W limit.-- cigarette adapter fits perfectly into the cigarette lighter hole-- Bright blue light tells me it's working-- No fan noise-- comes with battery clamp cables-- can standard AC receptacle to use/charge notebook computer.  Don't try to power anything beyond that - no blow dryers, etc...What I don't like:-- Takes up one of my two cup holders-- Excellent change of liquid getting sloshed into it since all ports are face up.So, I have more likes than dislikes.  This product also come with one set of battery clamp cables that I don't think anyone else has mentioned.  It looks just like a very small set of car jumper cables.  I'm not really sure what to do with this cable because the instructions that came with this Inverter Cup made absolutely no mention of them.  I suppose it's an alternative way to power your devices without using a car's cigarette lighter connection and to power your devices directly off the car's battery with the car not running.  I haven't tried doing that yet, but it's nice to have that option, though after some time it will drain your battery.
This is a very nice central charging port for our busy family.  It has help up very well and has been perfect for our long car trips.  After nearly a month of use, it has given us no trouble.  It charges our iPads and iPhones just fine.  It struggled to charge a closed laptop, but did great for smaller devices like cameras. So it doesn't take the place of a more powerful inverter, but it is silent and compact and worked great for smaller items.  I knocked it one star for the overly-bright blue LED that lights up when the power is plugged in.  Not bad during the day, but at night in a dark car, it is very distracting.  We put a pice of electrical tape over it.  Like the charger, and can recommend it.
I just love this little inverter, fits right into your cup holder and has more than enough ports for whatever you need to charge. I'm always forgetting to charge my phone, so having this along with an extra cable in my car has been a life saver for me!
The Energizer 120W Cup Inverter is a must for heavy travelers and those on the go.  I've used inverters before, but this is my first with USB ports.  It packs the power, the portability, and function that you would expect from Energizer.The cup shape is awesome.  If you have used an inverter before, you've likely had it sitting in your floor.  While this takes up the space of a cup holder, the ease and access to the ports makes it worthwhile.  You can plug up a laptop or tablet or several other gadgets into the AC power.  Or use one of the 4 USB ports.  If you travel with a laptop, tablet, GPS unit, phone, or countless other items, then this cup inverter will almost always come in handy for you.  If you have a laptop that requires more power you may wish to opt for another inverter.  Personally, my primary use is for all the USB ports, especially if you are travelling with multiple people as you can charge several phones at once.  The cigarette lighter cord has decent length and is certainly long enough to reach most lighters.Overall, a handy device that is great for travelling and to keep in your car for the unexpected need.
The ENERGIZER 120W Cup Inverter fits perfectly inside my car's cup holder and keeps my iPhone charged - I use a navigation app on my iPhone and the trips are usually a couple hours each way. The problem I had before was I didn't have a charger for the iPhone and the nav app really drains the battery fast.The ENERGIZER 120W Cup Inverter solved that problem. And since it fits perfectly inside my cup holder, it is out of the way but there when I need it. My wife love it because she can use her laptop on some of our longer excursions without worrying about draining the battery.For me the four UBS ports are more then enough and its great to have the option of plugging in a laptop or other small appliance. The convenience and small form factor easily earn this product 5 stars from me. I recommend it.
Cool Things about this device:+ 4 USB Ports AND an AC outlet+ Fits in the cup holder+ Compact+ High Capacity - 120V+ Sturdy - good qualityWhat I didn't like in actual use:- Cord is too short. When both the driver and front seat passenger have a drink, the inclination is to move this out of the cup holder, because unlike the drinks - it won't spill. But then the cord won't reach the lighter.- Bright Blue power light. OK in the day but distracting at night.- I left it plugged in ONCE when I wasn't in the car. WHen I returned, there was a funny electrical smell coming from it. Since that was concerning, I'm always careful now to keep it unplugged when not in use.
This small, lightweight gadget by Energizer adds ports to your car that it should have come with from the get-go. There are more Apple products, for example, in use in this country than there are people - that tells you something. Many people have multiple devices - tablets, smartphones, laptops - and one day, Yoda-hologram R2-units. Just wait. Trying to get that report done while the shuttle drives you to the airport? Plug this in the cigarette lighter and plug in your laptop - and this way you'll still have a full battery when you get on the plane! It conveniently fits in most drink-holders in cars and the fan is whisper quite. The blue indicator light lets you know it's getting power from your car battery. It's really nice to be able to have a multitude of devices plugged in when we are on a road trip and this is the lightest weight inverter I've ever seen. I have another one - big and bulky (and one plug inverter, no USB ports at all) that is big, square, and heavy. This can easily be tossed in purse or locked in a glove compartment.
This Energizer 120W inverter arrived the day before I started off on a 19 hour drive to Florida, which was a great opportunity to test it out.  I had 2 cell phones, an iPad, and an iPad mini plugged into the USB ports to charge.  Later on, I plugged in my daughter's LeapPad Ultra charger into the 3-prong AC power inverter.It's a very handy item, and fits unobtrusively into the cup holder of my Toyota Prius.  Unfortunately, I only have 2 cup holders in my car, so I do miss having the use of one while I'm using this.  On a day-to-day basis, I'm still using a small Belkin car charger for my phone.  But I keep this in the glove compartment for those times when I need to charge multiple devices.
This cup inverter it&#8217;s a great idea, and it can also be used at home matched with a sealed acid battery, it comes with the alligator clamps for it. There are two things to keep in mind though, if being used on a car or inside the house, the inverter has little ventilation slits around its case, if one places it on a cup for a long time it will get hot, this will shorten its lifespan because circuits don&#8217;t like heat and it can even be dangerous. So, I recommend getting one of those cup holders that only are made of a plastic ring that held the cup by the top part. In this way the inverter would still have air for ventilation. If an open cup holder it&#8217;s not available, then the best is to give the inverter time to cool off after each gadget recharging.It comes with an AC outlet and four USB ports, but one must remember that it has a limit of 120 Watts, so it will only be able to charge up to that wattage regardless of the amount of devices plug into it.
This Energizer 180W 12v DC to 120v AC Inverter exceeds my expectations in performance and practicality. I love having this in my older truck that lacks the convenient built in inverter and USB charging ports found in our newer van (which my wife primarily drives). Here are my observations:Pros -+ Form Factor; designed to fit into a car's cup holder+ AC Power; capable of charging my laptop and also tried it successfully to run a small inkjet printer+ USB Charging; has 4 USP charging ports, which is handy, but see "Cons" belowCons -- USB Ports are shared so charging time is slowed down when multiple devices are plugged in at the same timeThis is a very handy and good quality inverter that is perfect for owners of older vehicles.Highly Recommended!CFH
Quiet, small, and gives you a 110 outlet.  Just don't push the amps.
This is a thoughtfully designed nice piece of equipment which delivers what it promises, but there are limitations. An iPad charger is unlike most other USB chargers in that it delivers 2.1 Amps (or 10.5Watts) in order to properly and promptly charge the device; obviously with this 2.1A charger, an iPad will use up all the available current by itself, making it sort of pointless to plug in other devices simultaneously. I tried this out by plugging an iPad 3, iPad Mini and an iPhone into this unit and watching video on the iPad. While when it started, the devices claimed to be charging, but they quickly figured out they were not and lost the lightning bolt battery icon, or got the "Not Charging" label where the battery typically would be. So, just because you have 4 USB ports, doesn't mean you can charge 4 devices. Far from it. You should be able to charge 4 low power devices simultaneously as standard USB devices draw at most 0.5A apiece.Installation was quick. It popped right into my Civic's cup holder, and while the power plug was a bit stiff getting into the cigarette lighter port, it did go in with a bit of firmness. Fine for charging a couple of cell phones on road trips.
This device works as advertised. So far we've only used it for the USB ports, but we're  pleased with the result. The cup fits nicely in the cup holder, and kind of blends in with our dark center console in our Jeep  Commander, so its very unobtrusive  in appearance. The ports are very handy to reach. Worth the purchase, especially for someone who has several devices and travels a lot.
Best road trip idea ever.  I have some buds who live in their cars during the work week and they are going to love this thing.  It has too many USB charging ports (OK, four, but that's enough to make power cable spaghetti on the passenger seat) and an appropriately powered 110/120V outlet for a laptop or other non-USB powered toy.  I say "appropriately powered" because I've seen inverters sold with cigarette lighter adapters that are rated at way too many watts; enough to fry in-dash electronics and other car components if carelessly used (like, say, trying to run a hair dryer off of a cigarette-lighter-powered inverter and yes, there are people that, er, uh, careless out there).The little pamphlet that passes for a user manual looks like something you'd normally toss but if you haven't spent any time exploring inverter and battery basics it is worth a read.  You do *not* want to routinely run down your car battery charging stuff with this item while the engine is off...car batteries aren't designed for repeated discharge.  Use this thing while you're driving, not while you're parked with the engine off to avoid discharging your car battery.  Some items shouldn't be charged with this device and they're listed explicitly in the manual - take the suggestions seriously or you may toast such items.That said, most of the warnings are along the lines of "don't stick your tongue in an electric socket while standing barefoot in a puddle" and unless you really try, you'll have a hard time screwing up your car or your electronics with this gizmo.  The only downside is you have to give up a cup holder but since my car has about 70 of them it's not a huge deal for me.  Really nicely done!
Fantastic! This little inverter fits right in the cup holders of my Jeep Cherokee and actually gives me 180 watts in a modified sinewave form. It comes with a cigarette outlet socket, and also battery clamps for direct battery attachment.There is one AC output plug, and four USB plugs. I haven't needed to attach five devices at once, but so far it's had no problem with three (my iPhone, laptop and ASUS tablet). As long as all electronics fall within 180 watts of power draw, it works very smoothly.I spend a lot of time living in my Jeep, car camping out on the road, and already use this inverter more than my array of other ones. It's more convenient, is quieter, and stays put in the cup holder.Energizer has been branching out lately with all kinds of new gear for cars, camping and survival. I like this trend. Highly recommended little inverter that packs a wallop.
I have 2 of these and really like them.  Nice compact size that fits perfectly into my cup holders.  It's about the same proportion of a regular soft drink cup, but with the top half cut off.  Very solidly built. No cheap rattling noises when I shake it.  4 USB ports for handy gizmo charging.  And a 3 prong outlet for anything else you wanna plug in. Just be aware to not plug in a heavy drain device without the car running, otherwise you'll run your car battery dry.  The cord isn't too long, so you gotta use a cup holder near a cigarette lighter/accessory port.  I've got one up front, and the other in the back of the car. Like the versatility of the 2 locations.  Works flawlessly for me.  Love it!
On longer trips, we've got a minimum of two phones and an iPad to charge, sometimes more, and I wanted something more elegant than 12V splitters.Unfortunately, the Energizer inverter's packaging bodly advertises 2.1A for iPad use, but the fine print (and actual usage) tells a somewhat different story. Fortunately, Amazon puts "shared" in the title -- because in a retail store, I think most people would think this puts out 2.1A x 4 ports at first glance.In any case, it will happily charge an iPad, and you can get creative with the AC plug and a USB hub if you want. Not the elegance I was looking for, but it's pretty flexible.The inverter itself fit wonderfully in my wife's Forester -- in fact, the distance of the cord and the fit both made me wonder if this was built using the Forester's center console as a stand-in. In more shallow cup holders, the fit is acceptable. The build quality is decent, and I was pretty impressed with how quiet it runs for an inverter.For people who need inverters but are put off by the size and overall look of a typical inverter, or if you're simply looking to have everyone in the family able to charge their phones on a road trip, this is a great product.
In Feb. while vacationing our car was broken into and our heavy, old, dinosaur of a converter was stolen.  I am happy to say that now I'm glad because this new Energizer Cup Inverter is perfect, and much better than my old model.Love, love that it has 4 USB ports as well as a laptop outlet, finally...we call charge all of our gadgets at once.  Even while keeping our GPS plugged into the car charger!  Another plus is that the Inverter fits into my cup holder.This is one product that will be getting a lot of use, it is worth every penny you'll spend on it, and I also see the product as great gift potential.I have not run into any issues, have not had it for long, but really, there's not a whole lot that can go wrong here, it does as it's supposed to, and has a little light that comes on and lets you know if it's working or not.
I was wishing for just this sort of thing for long car trips, and was totally psyched to discover that it exists. Our family travels with a variety of devices as well as computers, and the AC power is such a win!Pros:1. Yes, the AC power, which we use for laptops2. Cupholder design gives it a solid place to sit, instead of kicking around the carCons:1. As others have noted, the four USB ports share the 2.1A, so it will be slow charging if you use all four USBs. (However, if you just want to keep devices charged, it's fine.)Win. This is a huge help.
This is an inexpensive in-car inverter with a convenient shape design that allows the device to fit into a cup holder in your car. The four USB outlets let you simultatiously charge up to four portable devices such as iPad, iPhone, laptop computer, GPS, etc. (each output providing about .525 amps. Charging a single device would provide the full 2.1 amps for a faster charge.)The AC plug output can be used for a heating pad, baby bottle warmer, etc.In the past, I have had car problems by blowing fuses on the cigarette lighter connections.  I needed such an inverter to provide multiple charging outputs. On a recent trip the device performed perfectly for charging an iPad and iPhone with no fuse problems. I have no complaints.
When we travel, we have many gadgets that need to be charges in our family.  This multi function plug is great!  We can plug in phones, laptops, iPads, even our electric ice chest.If you're in need of an adapter. I highly recommend this one.
It has USB plugs (4) and has a connector to the 12V connector.  It has an household plug that can recharge a computer.  It has a switch that turns on/off.  This charges iPod, iTunes, charges USB devices.  It is ultimately useful!
This charger is the greatest thing since sliced bread.  With 4 usb ports, you can charge all those different gadgets at one time.  And for the oddball item without a USB port, you can plug in into the AC port.  It works very well, it doesn't get hot, and they say there is a fan in it, but I don't hear it.  Worth every penny for the connivence.
I usually have a lot of apps running in the background on my phone and I use Waze for GPS as I drive. Like most GPS apps I've used, including TomTom, it is intensive on battery use. If I have less than 80% of the battery when I plug it into the conventional car charger, I actually lose a percentage point each 20 minutes I drive when using Waze (yes, plugged in). Not so with this Energizer inverter! Running the same apps, including running Waze on my commute, the iPhone went from a 60% charge to 69% charge in 15 minutes on one test run. In another test run, while NOT using Waze, it went from 71% charge to 79% in 8 minutes. I never get this fast of a charge with a conventional 'fast' car charger. I'm using an iPhone 4S and my husband's 3GS was also plugged in on the second test run and he got the same results. The package states that it has a 'whisper quiet' fan - and they're not kidding. Holding it up to my ear, I can hear nothing. I have another older inverter that is a big, heavy rectangle. I was surprised how well this works and how light weight it was - no visible (or heavy) spikey heat sinks. The unit also comes with alligator clips for plugging straight to a car battery sans cigarette lighter port. The shape fits great in a cup holder and has cut-away areas so it can still cool with its fan when in the cup. The unit has built-in protections for your car battery.  If it detects a fall in power, it will turn itself off and the Red or Blue LED light detectors make it easy to spot what mode it's in. I am very impressed with this inverter.
This inverter is amazing. I have been able to charge a laptop, my phone and an old MP3 player all from the same device while driving. At 180W output, even if the laptop was up and running, I would only put a small dent in the total output power.There are 2 caveats.First, you must be willing to give up one of your cup holders. Sure, there are other ways to mount this, put it on the floor, etc, but none of them are the way it was meant to be used. If you have a bigger family and frequent fast food or convenience stores, this can definitely be an issue. That being said, my family isn't big, so giving up a cup holder in the back of the car (with my USB 2 cables snaking between the seats) was a non-issue.The other issue is that blue light. During the day the blue power indicator is easily spotted and not distracting. Turn down the daylight, and enter the night and guess what? Holy COW that blue light is positively BLINDING. The first thing I recommend you do when you take this out of the box is to put a small piece of black electrical tape over the light. When I had this in the front of the car it made for a heck of a distraction during night driving. Of course, if all your travels are during the day, no problem.Overall- without the blue light covered, this gets a 3 star rating. With the blue light covered, it's 5, but that's because I am able to look past the lost cup holder. If you can't lose a cup holder, then this is definitely not a device for you and likely would merit 1 star, even though it works amazingly well.
This charging station fits well in my center console cup holder. The connection to the cigarette lighter outlet was strong.I love having the ability to charge multiple USB devices as well as have the option of charging standard outlets. This unit will pay for itself since I won't have to keep buying car adaptors for each new device my kids get.
I've been using this around town to keep my iPad charged...nothing too strenuous.  I've run a number of 120W (+-) items off the AC plug without any problems. One day soon, I'll plug in a power strip, add some lights and see how it works fully loaded.The only reason I took one star away is the blue LED is too way bright and distracting at night.  I stuck a piece of tape over it, but that sort of defeats it's purpose...there really should be an ambient light sensor that turns it down when necessary.  Other than that, I don't have any complaints.
My experience with this wax is limited to one of my cars and about a week of exposure, so I can't give an opinion on how well this wax job will stand up over an extended time.  And, that's an important consideration, so maybe I'll come back in 6 months or so and add something.  But, for now, I can only say that this is really impressive wax.  It goes on easily.  It wipes off easily.  It leaves the car's finish looking great.  It smells nice.  I am very happy to have it and look forward to using it again.Couple of things - one is that the manufacturer is recommending you use some of their other products with this wax.  I didn't and I don't really see why they're needed, even if they're nice.  Second, this is expensive wax.  It's very nice, but I imagine that a lot of buyers won't care to pay what it costs.  I'll just say that this seems to be better than less costly products I've used on my cars before, so I definitely think it's worth some premium in price.  Whether it's worth its full price or not, I'm not sure.  If you really love your car and don't mind paying up to treat it well, you'll probably be happy with this wax.
This wax's feature of *not* smearing a semi-permanent, white chalky film when touching black trim is noteworthy. And the canister seals well and appears very robust - a weak spot with so many auto products these days.This wax is even more solid than the old "Classic" brand standard of decades ago, and its smell is much more pleasing. Reiterating from other reviews: find a shady spot, ideally outside in the shade of a tall tree that is not hanging over the car to drop sap and misty pollen on your project.Work quickly over a small area and make your way around the car. It's worth the effort. Another reviewer mentioned P21S. While I've never used it, I know many car-club concours enthusiasts love it. If a user of that product feels this may be better, it is good indeed.Including one hand applicator pad wouldn't kill them, though.
.I'm no car waxing expert, but this seemed easier to work with then Nu Finish, my previous car polish.PROs:* It doesn't whiten black plastic or rubber trim (see Note 1).- It didn't dry too quickly (in full shade. See Note 2.)- No white gunk or powder messing up crevicesOKs:- Durability vs other waxes & polishes is unknown.- Water beading is impressiveCONs:* ExpensiveI waxed a brand new white car. I applied a thin coat as instructed and it came out fine. I waxed both plastic and rubber black trim...No problem. You save a lot of time and hassle when you don't have to worry about staining your trim or gunking up crevices. The chrome lettering and logos, for example were no hassle to wax.Looks like I used over 10% of the can to wax a brand new compact car (Hyundai Elantra GT). So maybe I'll get 8+ waxings instead of the 14 claimed.- - - Alternatives - - -I've orderedTurtle Wax T-465 ICE Paste Polish - 8 oz.(orT-465R) to try next. About 20-40% less expensive per ounce, and highly rated by Consumer Reports for durability.- - - Notes - - -Note 1: Rubber shows some evidence of wax but looks fine.Note 2: I used it in the garage. Terry cloth applicator. I buffed it out after 3 to 6 minutes. It seemed like I had plenty of time and there was no danger of the wax getting too dry. Maybe on a low-humidity day it would be more of a problem.~~~ Comments & questions welcome ~~~
Griot's products are always high quality - just not inexpensive. However, they are often good value and this product falls into that category. You can find less expensive waxes but these products usually have a polish / cleaner component. If your car needs polishing, this isn't the stand-alone product for you. This is the wax for your prize BMW, Porsche, Mercedes Benz or Ferrari - a car that you will be showing off at a car show or concours d'elegance. If the finish isn't clean and polished, this wax won't make it beautiful. On my old BMW, I had to wash and then clay bar the surface before the paint was ready for this wax. Once I did that, it really shined beautifully. I tried to take a shortcut with the Toyota and I was disappointed with the results.Have a nice car? Care that it shines like new? Do your own washing and waxing? This is the wax for you. Else, find a wax and polish all in one product because this won't work well for you.Recommended with reservations as stated above.
My primary consideration in the choice of Carnauba Wax over other common types of car waxes was its performance over longer periods. My understanding is that the particular formulation of the Carnauba product has little or no effect on this aspect. I received this product in exchange for an honest, timely review and as the deadline approaches, this aspect has met my expectations. If this changes later on, I will update this review.The primary advertised differentiator between this product and other Carnauba car waxes is ease of application. I found the description to be accurate. I don't mean this to be "faint praise" but rather that there has been a multi-year gap in my use of paste waxes (shoulder injury) that makes me unable to make a more specific comparative statement. But I am pleased.Another advertised differentiator of this product is that a smaller amount goes further. Again, this seems to be an accurate characterization. However, advertising being what it is, I suspect the claim that this quantity is enough for 14 cars is probably relative to compacts (or sub-compacts?) and optimal technique. Unfortunately, I didn't do a before-and-after weighing of the container (on a kitchen scale) to get an accurate measurement of how much I used on my mid-sized car.-- Douglas B. Moran
This paste wax is labeled a premium product and priced as one. It lives up to its billing. Unlike a lot of cheaper waxes, it goes on easily and cleanly, not showing up as white on black trim areas of the car. I just applied and buffed it off manually, and it was easy to do. The wax really adds a shine to the car, and protects the paint well from water.I needed more wax than the 1 ounce suggested to cover a Honda Civic, so I won't get as many waxes as advertised. Given the price of this product, that makes it even more premium. But if it lasts a year or so, as claimed, the wax seems worth the price.
The Griots Garage Carnuba Paste Wax is a great carnuba wax that is easy to apply and remove. The end result was a very good shine that is better than most comparable waxes including carnuba and synthetic.  I normally use Mother's carnuba wax and the difference in shine was indeed noticeable.  The downside to this product is that it costs significantly more almost any other wax out there. Moreover it does not even include an applicator pad like some of the other wax products out there do.  If you are willing to pay the exorbitant price this is a premium carnuba wax that will give you wonderful results.  If you are on a budget you can get a very similar shine for about 1/3 to  the price.
I tried this product on my Audi Cabriolet.  It was very easy to apply and the finish was as described on the product description.  Griot's has entered into the professional detail arena so this product can be used for the novice or the person whose business is auto detailing.  The wax is soft and adheres to the cloth, so any scratches you might expect are minimal.  The finish was what I expected.  Very smooth and a very nice sheen.
This is the best carnauba wax I've used so far. I have used Meguiar's and Mother's brand waxes before, and while they are good, this is much better. This is also the first time I've used a paste wax and I think I've been converted to this type. Application of this product is easy, and the best part is it doesn't need to dry to a haze before being buffed off. Makes things go faster and buffing it off is easier when not dry. It also doesn't smell like petroleum distillates which is great. The shine left behind is great, and I did test it's water beading by pouring some water on the hood of my car. This wax passed my little "test".I don't drive a car that costs well into the six figures so I won't be using car care products that cost $100+ for a small bottle or container. This wax is certainly much more expensive than the other brands I had been using, but it's also about the limit of what I'd personally spend. It looks like this tin will last a good while so that's a plus. Also, I used this wax on my table saw's top and it performed beautifully for that role as well. I am slowly being swayed to the Griot's Garage brand products as every one of them I've used so far has been great, and performed very well.Edit:I REALLY like this wax. I washed, clay bared, and waxed my car a few months ago. I washed it once after waxing, and washed again recently, thinking I'd need to reapply the wax. I clay bared the car after washing and was amazed how clean the clay was. Crud wasn't really sticking to the car either as I'd gone through through the washing. I applied a spray wax instead of this wax since it was faster and easier. Wow, with all the other waxes I've used they never last this long or perform this well after a couple months in the sun, with two washes, and lots of dirt. Superb.
I love my cars, but I hate waxing them.  This Griot's Carnauba paste wax doesn't make it any easier, but at least the outcome is spectacular.  Paste wax is not for the uncommitted.  It's not a product you can apply in 15 minutes and walk away feeling it was a job well done.  Properly waxing a car with carnauba paste wax is a more zen like experience.  OK, I exaggerate a little; but not too much.  If you're seeking a wax that is easy on and easy off, this isn't it.  You have to take your time to prepare the car carefully; wash it, clay it and then wax and buff it.  It you take your time and do it right, Griot's Carnauba Paste Wax delivers an impressive, protective shine.  I use it on my Ferrari and other classic cars.  At less than $3/ounce it's a bargain.  I really can't tell the difference between this wax and waxes cost several times this much per ounce.  Highly recommended.
This can be used with a hand pad or dual action machine pad.  I've used both.  This wax goes a very long way.  Every time I use it it seems that I could have used less.  It provides a nice shell (that I can tell), and isn't too difficult to remove.  I've left it on overnight and it's easily removed with a little detailing spray.  It does, however, leave some yellow/white marks on black rubber and trim, but that's your own fault if you're not careful applying it.  It always comes off with a little scrubbing.
This wax delivers what it promises. I just finished waxing a silver truck and a red compact car. In both instances, the shine is outstanding. Both vehicles truly have that "wet" type shine that is hard to get. Here's what I found to be the pros and cons.Pros:1. Easy to apply with a buff pad. The wax is the texture of butter you just got out of the fridge so it's stiff enough not to glob on your pad but soft enough to smear.2. The was goes on evenly and smoothly. I did the vehicles by hand to ensure good coverage.3. The wax dried to a soft white haze very quickly and buffed off pretty easily using microfiber towels. It leaves very little residue after the first pass but you will need to buff out an area at least twice to get all the wax off.4. After doing both vehicles I've used about 1/4" of the wax so this can is going to last a long time.5. It smells really good. Waxing a vehicle takes some time to complete so not having to put up with an unpleasant chemical smell is a plus.Cons:1. Takes work. Think Karate Kid "...wax on, wax off...". This wax requires elbow grease to get the best results.2. I normally use an orbital polisher to apply the wax and buff it out by hand. I can't think of a way to use that tool with paste wax (I normally use liquid wax). If you normally use an orbital I'd think twice about using this.3. Staying power. I live in the Southwest where the sun really takes a toll on vehicles. I don't enjoy waxing my vehicles but having to do it only once or twice a year helps. I don't know how long this will last and there are no indications on the can. If it hangs tough, I'll come back and update this review accordingly.In summary, if you don't mind taking the time to hand detail your vehicle, you can't go wrong with this wax. It ultimately boils down to the appearance of the shine and this wax excels in that area.
First off - this is not a cleaner, it is a wax.  It is almost pure carnuba paste wax and it behaves that way.  Sure it cost $40 but if you use this right you can wax 2-3 dozen cars with it.Start with a really clean car (use clay for best results) and go at it with this wax.  Go very light on the amount, more is not better here, and work in small areas.  You have to buff this off, meaning it does not dry to a powder that you wipe off.  It is a wax and needs to be rubbed in to get it off. It is more work than most everything else but the results are worth it.Nice, deep wax shine.  Nice!
This isn't bad for paste wax.  It goes on fairly well with their special red waxing pad of high density foam, which won't crumble under the relentless job. It's fairly smooth and easy to get onto the pad and it goes on smoothly. I just had to remember, small sections and wipe off as it dries because it gets too hard after a while to easily remove.No, you can't do it in the sun, yes, you need to do it in small sections and thoroughly remove the wax, and if your finish is older, there are products such as paint cleaning clay to remove haze and minor scratches (there's another major pain)  before you apply this. If you do not have muscles like Schwarzenegger, you can use a random orbital polisher to make the job go easier. But--anyway you slice it, it's a job. However, it works well and will protect your finish far more than the Deluxe Super Wash at your local car automat. Before you start, it's well to acquire the supplementary products, either Griot or Mother's or someone's, to really do a good job as you are going to be investing "sweat equity."This wax isn't cheap. That is partly because carnauba comes from exactly one place in the world, a small crescent of shore in Northern Brazil, where the Copernica pruneifera palm grows. Due to the special climate, the carnauba palm closes up its leaves during the dry season and protects them with this natural botanical wax. The wax is filtered and graded, and the best grade wax is mixed with additives that improve spreadability and the finish. Even with polyurethane sealers and other chemical developments, the rare and natural carnauba palm wax is still unsurpassed for polish and protection.
This is an easy to apply wax, which leaves a magnificent shine. Griot's Garage Premium Carnauba Paste Wax results in a smooth, protective finish that feels significantly better than the greenish cream wax that I had been using. I can already see how the carnauba paste will last much longer than the lower-end options available; this wax is firm, yet workable and the finish is absolutely astonishing.The value of the results obtained from the amount that gets used is enough to persuade me to continue using this product in the future. It is worth the extra cost, and I am sure the longevity of the finish will duly reinforce my observations so far. I highly recommend Griot's Garage Premium Carnauba Paste Wax to those who not only desire an impressive shine, but also those who demand reliable protection from the elements - this stuff is great!
I grew up using this type of wax to protect the family cars, and I still find it to be the most effective. It loses a star due to the difficulty of applying and removing the wax, but it is worth it for the protective shine that results. Griots is a great wax that you only really need to apply once a year as opposed to other "easier application" waxes that need to be refreshed 4 or more times a year.  It's current nearly $40 price tag makes it a premium product in my book, but it does perform like one. Being a paste wax, it is a little easier to apply and remove, and the final finish is spectacular.If you have the time and want the best for your vehicle's finish, I find Griot's Carnauba Paste to be an exemplary product, even with it's premium price tag. It deserves it.~ Kort
I normally use Adams products, so I welcomed the opportunity to give this product a try. Since this was a vine product, I don't have the entire Griots lineup. I washed the car with Adams car wash mix. I didn't have the time to clay this car, or do any corrections.The wax applied very, very easily. It was a bit slow to haze over. To the point I applied the entire car. I then used the porter cable with a finishing pad and easily removed the wax. All said and done this was probably a 10 minute job.It rained today and the beading of the water was really not that impressive. I didn't do the doors as I was out of time and the difference is minimal between the waxed and unwaxed surfaces.
The first thing I noticed when opening this container of Griot's Garage 11029 Premium Carnauba Paste Wax, was the fragrance. It had a pleasant, fresh, almost floral scent rather than a heavy chemical one like some car waxes.  It also has a very nice consistency, creamy and smooth and easy to spread on the car's finish. The instructions say to not let the wax dry completely before polishing, so doing a small area at a time and then polishing that area seemed like a good way to use this product. It comes with a densely textured application sponge or you could use an orbital motorized polisher.  I did it by hand. A little of this wax goes a long way. I was surprised at how little I had to use. At this price that's a good thing because these 14 ounces will polish a lot of cars!  After applying it to the surface of the car I allowed it to cure for 3-5 minutes and then used a soft microfiber cloth to polish it.  It took a fair amount of work (good exercise!) but the car looked really, really shiny when I finished. It doesn't dry to a powder which is nice because you don't have any white gunk in the crevices or around door handles or trim. In fact, you can use it on plastic or rubber trim according to the instructions.  I did the polishing in the sun but it wasn't too hot that day. I think if it were a typical hot summer day, it might dry too fast so in that case it would be better to find some shade.  This wax gave it a deep glow, the type you can only get from polishing a car with real paste wax rather than just using some pour-on polish.After doing the whole car I wanted to test to see how water would react on the surface, so I got out the hose and gave it a quick spray. The water beaded up very nicely, actually better than I've seen with any other wax or finish. It takes a little bit of time and patience to wax a car with this wax, but the results are so worth it.
Carnauba has always been the best wax to use for cars.  This Griot's Garage Premium Carnauba Paste Wax is no exception.  Just apply a thin coat of wax in small areas and then rub it with a soft rag to polish.  It will protect your car's paint finish, make your car shine, and make water bead up and run right off.  Just don't try to work large areas at a time or it will be harder to rub to a polish.  This Griot's product was obviously intended to be used with one of their random orbital polishers (which I don't own) so it does not come with an applicator.  But any foam applicator available at your local Wal-Mart or auto parts store will work fine.  It takes some elbow grease to work any wax into a shine by hand, but it is not as difficult with this wax as it would be with other brands of paste wax.  A little goes a long way with this stuff.  The instructions tell you not to wait until the wax turns white to wipe it into a shine, and this makes waxing your car a faster job.  The remaining shine is very good -- my car had a showroom look to it after I was done, and I waxed by hand.The main downside to this product is it is incredibly expensive compared with other brands of carnauba wax that are readily available.  It costs probably 4-5 times as much as other brands of carnauba car wax.  It does polish a lot easier than other brands of carnauba wax, which may be worth its higher cost if you wax by hand, but if you own an electric polisher you really don't need to spend this much to get a great shine and protect your car's finish.  If you want the best carnauba wax out there, though, this probably ranks right up there.
I've been using Blue Coral paste carnauba wax for years.  They use a lot of Meguairs at work.  The difference between these paste waxes and the chalky looking Turtle wax liquid that most people use is that this contains no abrasives.  Abrasives polish the haze away from oxidized paint. If you wax once a year and leave your car out, that's fine.  Otherwise, if you really want to pamper your car, use the paste wax.Carnauba is a naturally occuring wax  - you can buy hard bars of it for woodworking and other purposes.  This has additives that help you apply and buff out the wax.  The big difference between various brands of paste carnauba wax is therefore in these ingredients and how they are processed.I found this wax texture to have a smoother texture and a firmer feel in the can - for example the Blue Coral paste wax is softer so that you end up with more on your applicator.  At the same time, it doesn't rub off as easily - it seems to streak more, requiring you to go back and rub out again.In addition to using it on my cars and motorcycles, I also use it on my bicycles and countertops.  It restores the shine to the high traffic areas and seals the surface from stains.
I've used some of those other glass products and never noticed a difference but this is the real deal. Takes a bit of work and time to do it right - just like waxing your car. Well worth the effort. Of course, the rain stopped right after I applied this, but it seems to have made cleaning up bugs and such easier. I'll update this review if I get the chance to test it in the rain.
This is a little bit labor-intensive to apply, but well worth it.  I was skeptical at first, but a couple days after I gave my Jeep the ol' Griot's Glass Sealant treatment, it rained, and the rain just danced off my windshield.  My wipers didn't have to work as hard.  And it's true.  The &#34;bug jerky&#34;- Ha! pops off a lot easier after having the windshield treated with this.  I'm going to be treating all our cars with this glass sealant!
I've used this stuff, intermittently, for years. It definitely has a place in the automotive detailing pantheon. If you are the type that keeps your car sparkling clean, and waxes it religiously, a &#34;slick&#34; coating of petroleum-based magic (Rain-X is the same thing) over your glass, to help keep it water-stain free and dirt repellant, truly is the icing on the cake. But it definitely takes some time and commitment to get the coating right, with repeated applications. You can actually eliminate the need for using wipers by applying it on your windshield, but, realize that if you decide to start using your wipers, you will get a hazy mess for quite a few strokes. Classic car owners that don't drive in the rain all that often, and have flaky/ineffectual wiper mechanisms, love this stuff.It's also very important to PROPERLY clean all the glass (not just if it's a windscreen you're dealing with) before applying this. Note that polishing your windshield on occasion is a good idea anyway, and is a huge factor in allowing your wipers to work their best. A reasonably cheap electric glass cooktop polish (like Wieman brand) works nicely.When considering this product, you need to ask yourself if it's worth the effort. If you regularly encounter clinging dirt/mud or ice in your travels, it probably is. Because clean up will go much easier. Also, if your car is parked on a highly traffic'd urban street, rinsing the windows with plain water will get them perfectly translucent again, even if it's been parked for a few days.Having clean glass is a safety concern, and so should be a priority. The multiple treatments and overall time it takes to get it right, though, means I subtract one star.
This window treatment works okay, but is difficult to apply and leaves an alcohol smell on one's hands after use.  The instructions direct one to apply two complete coats of liquid, letting each coat cloud up first.  Those steps worked just fine.  What was difficult was wiping off the windows to where there was no longer a film.  That takes more elbow grease than indicated and I think too much considering some of the other competitive products out there.  Now I'll wait for rain to see if it repels water and saves my wiper blades as advertised...In the meantime, I may use it again, but I won't reach for it first.
In my mind, there are three leading auto glass 'sealant' treatments out there - Rain-X, Aquapel, and this product, Griot's Glass Sealant.  Aquapel is the most expensive of the three, and as far as i can tell, it is the clear leader in terms of function and longevity.  But for about as much as this 8 oz bottle costs, you get one or possibly two Aquapel applicators, each of which contains just enough solution to treat one windshield or rear window.  But there is no question that Aquapel is pretty miraculous stuff - properly applied, it makes rain skitter across your windshield and fly off into the ozone, and it remains effective for months, even with frequent trips to the local car wash.Griot's Glass Sealant and Rain-X appear to me to be more or less equivalent and second tier.  Both will go on relatively easy.  Both will give your auto glass a clear coating that has moderate water-shedding properties.  Both seem to last a few weeks at most before requiring a new coat.But if you do not mind applying Glass Sealant every few weeks - and it really is not a chore - and if you do not demand the somewhat amazing rain shedding properties of Aquapel, then this reasonably priced 8 ounce bottle of the stuff represents good value for money.  Me, I'm willing to spend the extra coin for the Aquapel treatment.  Here in the Pacific Northwest, it's really nice to be able to cruise along at 30 or 40 mph and watch the rain literally fly off your windshield, driven away by the force of the wind on the glass - you barely need to use your wipers.  Glass Sealant doesn't quite amaze, but it does make your wipers work far more effectively than they do on untreated glass.
Sometimes your windshield wipers can't keep up with a downpour, or perhaps they are starting to wear and you forgot to replace them. A glass sealant like this can help by speeding up the movement of rain off the windshield.This product has a strong alcohol odor. It's not difficult to apply as long as you can easily reach your entire windshield. (I cannot unless I stand on a stool.)Cleaning your window carefully before applying this. We have a surplus of minerals in our water and I was not able to get all the calcium spots off the windshield, even though I cleaned it with a spray glass cleaner followed by wiping with a microfiber cloth. I applied the sealant to the driver's side windshield only, in order to see what difference it made. It broke up the hard water spots so now they are tinier spots but more of them. Still, the overall clarity is improved.When rain hits the windshield, it rolls off faster than it would without the sealant. I've observed this before with a different (but similar) product and I think it can be very helpful.
I like this product, but, it's not a WOW type of product. It does it's job and nothing more, but, nothing less. Not sure I'll buy it again as I have other products that do just as well or better for less money. I'd give this product a 6/10 where as I prefer 8/10 or better when I buy some of these boutique type car products.
I thought that this product would be a pain to use. The instructions are to apply, dry to a haze, buff and repeat the steps.It is easy to apply and buff out so it wasn't bad after all. I did 6 windows on a Honda CRV and by the time I worked my way around the car it was ready to buff.  Then I just worked my way around again. The whole process only took about 20 minutes and I used about 1/5 of the bottle. The windows looked great and I anxiously awaited rain to see how it performed.While I was waiting for the first rain one morning the car had condensation on it and drops had dribbled down the windshield and back window.  I turned on the wipers to clear the window and was shocked to see that the path of the dribbles had etched into the sealant surface and the marks would not go away. I tried using washer fluid and it wouldn't clear it either. Driving into the sun that first day was not pleasant. The marks have faded to the point they are not noticeable anymore, two weeks later they were faint but still there.When the coat of sealant is fresh, about the first week, rain will just slide off the windshield. In a misting rain even the intermittent wipers would not be needed.  When the wipers are used they sweep the rain off cleanly without leaving streaks.  Three weeks after the first application the wipers still clean the windows with no streaks. After 4 weeks the windows need another application.I was ready to write a scathing review after the condensation etching issue but the fact it allows my wipers to do a much better job so long after application has endeared the product to me because no matter how new my wipers were they streak the windshield and of course the streak is always right in front of the driver.My only previous experience with a product like this was with RainX. I hated applying RainX because it was so difficult to buff out and as the coating wears off it caused a terrible chattering from the wiper blades so I quit using it.
OK, I'm a Griot's Garage product fan. I have been using their products for years and have yet to find one that wasn't as good or , in most cases, better than similar products on the market. The same holds true with this glass sealer.Briefly, the idea behind this product is that it seals the glass on your car's windows with a wax-like coating so that rain drops slide easily off as you drive. The first time I used a product like this (Rain-X), I was fascinated by the rain dance the droplets did as they scooted off all of the windows (NOTE: it's not just for the front windscreen!) However, I have noticed that recently, Rain-X has stopped being as effective as it had been (formula change?) so this new offering tempted me.Quick report - it's better than my old faithful Rain-X. But my report is only partially complete because products like this also make getting frost and squished bugs off the glass a lot easier. in NJ, we are in-between frost and bug season so a more &#34;complete&#34; report is not possible. However, it does a darn fine job in rain so I suspect that it will work fine on frost, snow, and bugs.Note - if you have an older car with a rock &#34;peppered&#34; windshield, this and any other similar product the effect won't be as magical. These chemicals seem to like new, smooth glass best. But they will work well on the side and back glass - really something special if you've never tried it.Finally, your windows have to be CLEAN. Really clean. Griot's makes a glass polish that I used in preparation for this test and it makes the glass as clean as you can get it.Drive in rain or snow? Have morning frost or summer bug splatter to clean off? Try this product. It worked for me.
The primary test of this product is how well it lasts and performs when much of the water on the windshield is sprayed up from the road surface and thus is contaminated with dirt and oil and being rubbed across the windshield by the wipers. I live in a locale where winter is the rainy season and unfortunately this review sample arrived two days after what was likely the last non-trivial rain for many months so I have been unable to do this primary test before this review was due.I use this type of product outside the rainy season because it makes cleaning the windows faster and better. Since I try to park under trees for shade, bird droppings are not just inevitable, but almost immediate. And then there is dust from unending construction in the area. So far, this has been doing an excellent job. For comparative testing I left some window areas untreated -- a strip on the far side of the windshield and on the rear window, and I treated only one of my station wagon's back panel windows. Substantial positive difference.Application was easy. From the instructions, I expected a significant haze to form -- and be buffed out -- but there was a barely perceptible one (not complaining -- it means that there is little product being wasted).The cap on the bottle has two minor problems:First, it pours sloppily. This is not a problem when treating a windshield because you don't need to be precise in wetting the cloth. However, if you want to do a small job, such as the outside mirrors,...Second, that the cap is to be pulled up to open the center hole is not obvious to some -- it takes more force than people expect and the label on the cap is difficult to spot and almost impossible to read (small print, minimal elevation produces negligible contrast in many lighting conditions). Consequently, some may treat it as a cap to be unscrewed.--- Douglas B. Moran
First of all, you need to make sure your windshield is REALLY clean before you apply this.  Not just squeegeed-at-the-gas-station clean, but really soap-and-water-and-towels-and-rinsed-and-buffed-dry clean.  Then you can apply it.  There are several different opinions on what is best to use for applying, and I'm not qualified to make that call, so you'll have to ask someone else that.  But at the very least, plan on having a bag of lint-free towels.You have to apply the product in a "cross-hatch" pattern, let it dry to a haze, apply it again, let it dry to haze again, then buff it thoroughly till it's crystal clear all over.  If you wax your car regularly, this might seem like no big deal (and you're going to love this stuff, and you probably already use something like this, so I'm wasting your time here).  But if you're not much of one for detailing your car, this is going to seem like a lot of work.However, one you get it on properly, it really does work well.  It will repel not only water, but dust and grime, too.  It makes it easier to remove frost and ice from your windows.  Baked-on bugs are easier to remove.  Your wipers will be more quiet.  It's a great product, but just know what you're getting yourself in for as far as application.
As usual, Griot's products are top-notch. What I won't do, is lie to you and tell you that this is completely different than Rain-X. What I will do is tell you that this is a great product, which works at least as well as Rain-X, and comes from a brand I trust for products to use on my car.Is there anything wrong with just using the inexpensive Rain-X? No, not at all. This stuff feels the same, smells the same, etc. Actually, Rain-X is probably even a bit easier to apply, considering it comes in a spray bottle.So, the product works great, but it's likely more expensive than a competing product, and I don't doubt that the competing product performs just as well.
Yes, it's from Griot's Garage and they're known for excellent but expensive auto items. This glass sealer is no exception. It works as advertised but at almost $9 per bottle it's expensive. This Griot's sealer works just as good as Rain-X. I see no reason to pay the extra money unless impressing your friends is paramount.3 stars for a decent glass sealer.-2 stars due to pricing
I used this on my wife's car, which probably just needs new wiper blades.  But this helped significantly to get the water to bead up and out of the way (instead of the wet 'smears' we got before).  It's a bit of work to spread it on and wipe off - kind of like waxing the car - but the results were good.  We haven't had rain in months, so I can't say how well it'll work in an actual storm, but if testing with the hose is any indication, it should be just fine.
I am a big fan of Griot's Garage products; however, this is one that I had never before tried.  I assumed that it would be pretty much the same as a well-known product that comes in a yellow spray bottle and that includes a reference to liquid precipitation in its name.  Actually, Griot's Garage seems to be better.  One of the issues that I've had with that other product is the unavoidable overspray.  That's not a problem with this product.  The Griot's Garage Glass Sealant also makes for much easier cleaning of bugs and sap than the yellow-bottled product.  The rain beading for which the other product is famous is also part of the Griot's Garage products repertory, but this does so much more.  Highly recommended!
I have used the Griot's Glass Sealant in all four seasons - where the seasons can all be ugly in their own way.  In winter, you can have sleet, snow, ice, and rain... in the spring it is rain and pollen. Summer brings us downpour storms and bird droppings.  Each of these create their own challenges for drivers trying to keep a clean windshield and good visibility.  Griot's Glass Sealant addresses them all.Water just beads right off the glass - whether is is a mild drizzle or a severe thunderstorm.  You will find that you seldom need to even use your wipers, and when you do employ them it is like they are on steroids, leaving a like-new glass surface with each swipe. Cleaning the windshield is also much easier.  Whether doing your weekly (or monthly) washing, or trying to remove that huge splatter that a passing bird just deposited in your field of view - the treated glass cleans effortlessly and completely.The product is easy to apply: ensure you glass is clean and dry, and then using a foam or terry applicator just apply it in vertical and horizontal wipes, to ensure full coverage. The sealant will glaze over and give the glass a fogged look.  Make sure you didn't miss any spots, and then just buff it until it is clear. This is easy and does not take incredible force.I have found the Glass Sealant to last much longer than I expected it to. Depending on the time of year, and what it has to deal with in terms of weather, it can last a couple of months and remain very effective. Your wipers will last longer for two reasons - first because you are using them less; and second because when you do use them, they are gliding over a smooth treated surface with less friction.  This prevents the rubber blade from wearing as it normally would.The Griot's Glass Sealant is a staple in my garage, and something I automatically reorder when the bottle gets low. Highly recommended!
This is a great product. It makes &#34;stuff&#34; slide off the glass you seal this in with. &#34;Stuff&#34; being the usual things like rain, but also dust and dirt and insect and the sort. The better you clean the area and smooth it out before applying, the better the slicking and sliding off the &#34;stuff&#34; will go.The product is easy to use and the directions are clear. Not much else needs to be said, the only reason I deducted a star is because the cost. Rain-X, a competing product, can be had for less. Other than that, this is a great product and well recommended.
I was looking forward to reviewing this because we had such great luck usingRain-X 800002243-12PK Original Glass Treatment - 7 oz., (Pack of 12)on the same car for a cross-country drive last fall but had left the bottle at home.Superficially, the two products are similar. Both apply easily, and are easily wiped clear after drying.There, the similarities end. Although the Griot's Glass Sealant does help rainwater bead on the windshield, the beads are large, and don't easily move themselves out of the field of view. Rain-X, on the other hand, creates a myriad of extremely tiny rainwater beads that all immediately migrate off the windshield, making it unnecessary to even turn on the windshield wipers at highway speeds.We did notice e Griot's Glass Sealant helped smooth and quiet the motion of the windshield wipers during rain, but there was no chance of leaving the wipers off even in a light mist.I wonder if perhaps this Griot's product might be better suited for folks wanting a show car windshield to look its absolute best, as opposed to someone like me just looking for an equivalent of Rain-X.
Well, in my less than controlled test between Griot&#8217;s and Rain-X, the results were&#8230;inconclusive. Meaning, I can&#8217;t see a difference in effectiveness or notable differences in application that would make one preferable over the other.I did all exterior window surfaces on one side of the car with the tried and trusted Rain-X and the other with this product following the rather minor differences in application recommendations for each. After two months (with a whole lot of rain episodes and a bunch of highway road trips), I don&#8217;t feel any significant differences in performance are evident.In essence, I don&#8217;t have any reservations about using the Griot Glass sealant in replacement of the Rain-X product I have used for years however based on comparative pricing, it will not be my first choice.
This product is very similar to Rain-X, it helps water roll off your windows and protects them.  By using this I am also extending the life of my wipers since I don't need to use them as much.  This is easy to apply, works well and I would recommend it.
It's been a while since I used Rain-X on my cars, but I received this through Vine and gave it a shot. Application is simple enough, I prepped the window with Adam's Glass cleaner (best product out there). I followed by applying the Griot's Glass sealant as directed, in a crossed pattern. It dried very quickly, going from one arm reach to the other side of the car, and repeating, the other side was dry and ready for the second coat. I buffed it off with a microfiber cloth, and noticed how many imperfections my glass has.Two days later, it rained relatively lightly, it was a rain that was just to the point that you'd want an umbrella. At about 30 mph the beadlets began evacuating the windshield on my Honda Pilot. I'm sure that this speed will differ based on aerodynamics (or lack thereof with the Pilot). There is a noticeable difference in the bottom portion of the windshield, protected by the hood where the water isn't affected by the wind coming over the car.Used in conjunction with wipers on a heavier rain, the windshield was cleared far more effectively than using just wipers. For reference, I use Bosch Icon blades.This bottle will last a long time. I was generous in the application, and there was little difference in the volume left in the bottle after doing two cars.
If you've ever used Rain-X all I need to say is this is the exact same stuff, though curiously twice the current price.If you are not familiar with Rain-X-read on...To apply the product you first need to clean your windshield.  Consider using a bug & tar remover if there are specks that won't come off because they will negatively effect your results.  Then you smear the sealant thoroughly over the entire windshield with a clean cloth and let dry to a haze.  Repeat, to make sure you've got full coverage.  Now comes the elbow grease part.  You've got to wipe forever to get all the haze and streaks off until the thing shines--well, like glass.  I will say the Griot's product seemed to take less effort in this stage than the Rain-X.After application, you will notice a dramatic difference the first time you drive in the rain.  Water will bead up and the wind created by your moving car will send the droplets shooting towards the upper edge in crazy, mesmerizing streams.  You won't even need to turn your wipers on, unless its raining pretty hard.  The drops will just stream away.  The best way I can explain what it looks like is to picture yourself at the helm of the Millenium Falcon as it goes into hyperspace.  Honestly, it's almost dangerously distracting because it's so interesting to watch.  Certainly gives a much cleaner, streak free view but be sure to get it all thoroughly wiped off or it will drag on your blades and cause them to stutter.
I love griots garage products and have most of the catalog. But this does not live up to their normal legendary quality. It is NOTICABLY less effective than rainx. It is not bad but i use rainx instead of this now.
I've been a Rain X user for many years, but the one negative side effect was that right after the wiper ran, it would leave a white haze for a fraction of a second trailing the blade. It was annoying, and after Rain X came out with their wiper fluid, I converted over to that instead, because it seemed to cause less haze.Using the Rain X wiper fluid year round can get a little expensive, and always, the car dealer or the place that changes my oil would top me off with some standard brand, so I'd lose my rain repelling functionality when it gets diluted.Application was just as easy as Rain X, and had a definitely-more-distinct rubbing alcohol smell than my last use of Rain X.So far, I have been pleased with the result. I will update the review going forward as I learn how long the application lasts, and if it causes water spotting on my side and rear window like the Rain X product did, due to the beading action. I'd assume this may be the same, but if it's different I will report back.One full application of 2 coats took about 1/4 of the container on a full sized sedan.
A year or so ago I treated my car's windshield withAquapel, which is well thought of though expensive. It has worn off so I was interested in seeing how the Griot's Garage Glass Sealant worked. It applies easily and, most important, the dried-to-a-haze material buffs off easily. I've had issues before with sealants that left a foggy haze on the glass even after extensive buffing, but the Griot's cleaned up well with a microfiber cloth.As luck would have it, it rained the next day so I could see how it performed. True to the claim, water beaded and ran off once the car was underway. Misting water did tend to stay in place, but the wiper cleaned that off easily. Given the amount of sealant one gets, I was able to also treat the back window (I have a station wagon and it cruds up quickly), plus the side mirrors. The sealant did keep the glass cleaner in the rain and the wipers seemed to run smoother.I don't think the Griot's sealant will last as long as Aquapel, but it is much less expensive per use and pretty easy to apply, so that's a win for me.
I love the Griot's Garage carnauba car wax so I was very interested to give their glass sealant a try on my car's windshield.  I have used Rain-X in the past but can't say I was all that impressed.The sealant is applied easily using a dry cloth (I used a microfiber one) after first cleaning the windshield.  Even though I thought I got the windshield very clean, the sealant removed some dirt I missed.  Griot's recommends applying a coat, letting it dry to a haze, and then apply a second coat and let it dry to a haze before polishing it off.  I applied the sealant liberally and still had a lot left after using it on only my windshield.  It dries to a light haze very quickly and polishes to a very clear shine with minimal effort.Rain beads up and runs off the windshield after using the sealant.  It's almost a Star Wars effect to watch the rain beads fly upward off the windshield while driving down the road.  In light rain I don't even have to turn on my windshield wipers.  It remains to be seen how long this effect will last -- my main dissatisfaction with Rain-X is it didn't seem to work for very long -- but so far I really like how this Griot's Garage glass sealant works, and it makes my car's windshield shine as bright as the rest of my car.  My car has expensive water-sensing windshield wipers, and I believe this sealant will help them last longer.  I used it only on my car's windshield, but the product is designed for use on any window including shower stall windows.'Update 5/6/14:  After using the glass sealant a while longer I must say I am disappointed.  It seemed to repel water really well initially, but this effect wore off after just a few rainy days.  It still works a little, but not enough to want to reapply it every week during the rain season.  So what initially seemed to be a great product leaves a lot to be desired in maintenance of its water repellant ability.
This glass sealant seems to work just as well but not necessarily better than Rain X. It also appears to last about the same amount of time on the glass.I much prefer the bottle and applicator of this versus Rain X however would likely buy whichever is cheaper next time since the performance of each product seems about the same to me.
I will come right out of the gate and explain that I found the constant application and re-applications and buffing to be tedious, time consuming and annoying.  If you enjoy working on your car and have time to kill then this may be worthwhile time spent but if you are like my husband and myself then it leaves a lot to be desired when it comes to the wasted time.The glass sealant works but you have to make sure that your windows are crystal clean or there will be a haze.  We have had a few storms, hot days and pigeon attacks.  The windows seem less dusty but the pigeon fecal matter now slides down rather than stay put.  The windshield wipers do effortlessly glide, which I personally love.  My only grip would be that this product seems to do exactly what our old RainX does!  Seriously, there isn't much difference except for the fecal running.  I am not sure what would motivate me to reach for this product over the RainX considering how annoying the application was.  Maybe better results are yielded if used in conjunction with other Griot's Garage products?Recommend if you are in the market for a great glass cleaner that allows your windshield wipers to work effortlessly.  The rain just glides off and there is a longer period of dustless windows.  I cannot with good conscience though, suggest that this product is any different than it's competitor.
This glass sealant is coming in especially handy as pollen season starts and my dark car begins to look like it is yellow. The pollen does not seem to stick to windows, even the moon roof seems clear. The rain beads off and what frost we have had seems to scrape off the windscreens easier.Griot's seems to last longer than Rain X, I'm not positive if the extra cost is worth it. The other difference is that I have to buff Griot's off which I do not have to do with Rain X. The amount I had to use for my car was about the same for each- 1/8 of an ounce.It's a nice product, although not necessarily one of the necessities of life - it just makes car maintaining easier and pleasanter.
i like washing and waxing my car myself.  it usually takes me most of the day and hepls me clear my mind.the thing that annoys me during waxing is when a little bit of water that was missed gets onto the pad i am using  to apply wax and creates mess.i tried terry cloth, bath cotton, and microfiber towels as well as a natural chamois to dry the car before waxing, and i determined that  i prefer microfiber towels.  before using Griots Garage towel i was using several smaller towels i bought at costco.i like this towel because it is large soft and absorbent.  i can dry the entire car with it.  however, i have to watch for it to not unfold and touch the ground.  once it does, i have switch to smaller  towels.
Goodbye, chamois.  You are being replaced with this microfiber towel.  One wash & dry and I am hooked.The Griot's microfiber towel is thick and does a great job absorbing water on my car.  It does such a good job that I don't have to go over & over the car with the towel to ensure there is no streaking.  There is no streaking with this towel!Add that the Griot's microfiber towel is machine washable, and the Griot's towel is a must-have if you want to "baby" your car.
I have a red car that I was too often, and have started using microfiber towels to dry it and windows..they work GREAT!  This one is nice as its SO THICK..its easily 3x as thick as the microfiber cloths I was using. I just used it today after going through an auto car wash, pulled aside and wiped the glass then the car then the chrome, it still had room to absorb more. I think this is a great addition to any garage or car trunk.
I've used chamois clothes, the Absorber, and other varieties of microfiber drying cloths.  This one is by-far my favorite.  I can dry my (small) car without wringing it out, with no water left behind to leave spots.  There are plenty of options here, really, any old towel will do, this one just absorbs a whole whack of water and makes the job simpler/faster; the best of the bunch.
Great towel!  It is larger than typical microfiber "cloths" (about the size of 4 small cloths) and is about the size of a regular hand towel.  I have not really seen a product like this - the microfiber is very thick and plush, almost spongy, so it absorbs an incredible amount of water.  The sewing on the edges does not cause scratching.  The towel works great for drying a car with no streaking.  I also plan to try for home cleaning (eg, washing/drying windows and floors) and general outdoor use.  For home cleaning, I may buy another and try to cut into smaller cloths.  I find that many of these automotive products translate well into multi-use.  I have been satisfied with all Griot's Garage products I have tried so far.Fabric content: 80% polyester / 20% polyamide.  Machine wash warm and dry, no bleach, fabric softener or ironing.  Made in China.I would rate as 4 1/2 stars due to the somewhat high price, rounding up to 5 stars.
Griot's Garage Ultra-Thick Microfiber Towel is a great product.  It is large enough to do the job, but not so large as to be unwieldy.  It absorbs quickly and is easy to wring out.To test its absorbency, I put it in a bowl and poured water on top of it.  It absorbed almost instantly and held over 20 ounces (about 2.5 cups).  This would be a GREAT item to have in your car-care kit.This towel would also be fantastic for household use.  Keep one in the kitchen to quickly handle spilled drinks, etc.To get the most out of your towel, be sure to not use fabric softener when you wash it (true of any towel), and don't use it on anything that might have any grease or oil (it will permanently reduce the towel's absorbency, also something that is true of all towels).Though this towel is a little on the expensive side, it is well made, durable, easy to use, and very absorbent.  If the towel you currently use to dry your car needs to be wrung out frequently, you'll especially appreciate the holding capacity of this one.
Living in the Midwest, there hasn't been much opportunity to wash my GMC Savana conversion van.  The weather has been lousy and way to cold and/or rainy to even think about cleaning the van inside or outside.  I have been using Shamwows to dry the van in past years and they truly worked well.  However, they require more wringing out than does this microfiber towel as it seems to absorb, absorb, absorb.  It is a valuable tool for car washing and drying, and probably for other uses as well.Highly  recommended.
"Ultra thick microfiber towel" does not really describe the product very well. I've got high quality thick MF towels but they are towels. GG's MF 'towel' became available on Vine for free to review so I got it - you can never have enough quality MF towels, no?This is more like a cross between a pad and a towel. Almost like those MF dish drying matts.The nap is very dense so it really is for use as a drying tool rather than, say, a wax/polish removal tool. It is hard to describe but it is sort of stiff even after washing and drying it.You could probably use it as a normal MF the the ones that are high quality and plush and more towel-like are going to give better results because the looser nap will pick up the residue you are trying to remove better (I think).The quality seems good and the price seems reasonable for what it is. If you need an MF to use for removing excess water this is a good one to get. If you just need excellent quality MF for polish and wax removal I highly recommend (and own) these:3 Pack Cobra Miracle Towels, 16 x 24 inches.I've been a fan of Meguiar's for a long time but when GG's stuff becomes available on Vine I will usually try it out. They have a name for quality and as far as I can tell it is well deserved. I got this:Griot's Garage 11285 Spray-On Car Wash Kit- and it is excellent too. The three MFs that come with it are very high quality.
I have used this a few times after washing my car- it is basically an oversized drying shammy rather than a soft towel.  The Pro's are the compact size and impressive ability to soak up water.  The smaller size means its convenient to leave in your car for spot wipe down duties at the no touch car wash (even with the force air drying systems the good ones have, you are still looking at water spots if you don't wipe the car down).The Cons include the instructions "After squeegeeing" please don't squeegee your car!  Unless you enjoy scratched clearcoat (or worse- paint).  Forced air is the better approach according to most expert car detailers.  Also the towel won't be enough to dry a "wet" car, you will need more than one microfiber towel (I normally plan to use several- then wash them together later).For the niche I use this for (in car stored spot drying towel), I really liked this shammy/towel.  But for primarily drying a completely wet car where you are not using air to dry the car off first, you may want to look at the microfiber towel bundles instead.
I had the chance to review this and I never have used microfiber towels, typically when washing our cars I use standard bathroom towels.This microfiber towel is really absorbent and soft. With one swipe you are instantly able to dry and leave a streak free finish on your car. The towel also does great at cleaning the windows also leaving a streak free finish.The microfiber is much software then a standard towel and doesn't leave any little fibers behind. It works really well. The only thing I don't like about this towel is the price. I could see spending around $9.99 for it at the high end. But for $16.99 the current price as of 4/29/2013 I just can't justify it, unless they add a second towel to the pack. It does work, but there is a premium price on it in my opinion.
I grew up with the mantra that you should never use anything other than 100% cotton when detailing a car. When microfiber first came out I was wary as the sheets looked as if they would retain dirt and would scratch a finish. They don't and do absorb more moisture than cotton does so I've moved into the 21st Century. Griot's version does seem more like a towel as it has a weave to it and it is nicely hemmed so it looks like it will hold up better but only time will tell.Unlike other reviewers, I've used several Griot's products in the past and never found them superior to the competition but have found that they were usually more expensive. The bottom line for me is are these worth the money and without doing direct comparisons with other brands I couldn't say. However, after using this several times I have decided that I do not like it as much as "chamois" style microfiber towels. It does not absorb water as quickly nor does it wring out as easily. I would NOT recommend this over the "chamois" cloths.I would note that the wrapper in which the towel comes says that these should be machine washed using the hot water setting and should be dried on high heat. The washing instruction tag on the product says to wash on warm and dry on warm. I'm going to go with warm.
A little birdie told me that this would be a great towel.  I suggested to the bird that he was as crazy as I for even talking about it.  It's fantastic!  That bird hit it on the head with a clean blow. A 16X14 size is just the right size for picking up a full load of sudsy warm water that is ready to apply to a shaded vehicle.  The old Tahoe saw me coming with a bucket and a Griot's Microfiber Towel. It immediately knew what was coming:  a bath.  And a bath it got.  This towel keeps the liquid in its fabric so that the weight makes the initial cleaning simple and fast; much faster than a standard microfiber towel.  To get the full benefit from the towel I rinsed it as clean as I could and then began the wiping down of the surfaces with ease.  It really is every bit as good as any natural fabric (chamois) and even better than microfiber towels of lighter weight.  While it is close to chamois it performs the job better and it just handled better than the chamois.  I had a few dried spots that I used a natural sponge on to rejuvenate the surface with so I could do the job perfectly and the old Tahoe just purred for another wash job.  I considered using hand but reconsidered.This is one of those once a week job helpers that will multiply after using for the first few times.  I expect to add to my one soon.
Seventeen bucks for a towel might seem expensive, but you get a lot of bang for your buck here.This towel is both thicker and larger than other towels I've used, measuring two feet on the long side. While saying this can dry your whole car at once may be a bit of a stretch, with a few wring-outs it *will* be the only towel you need to use, as long as you're not soaking up everything as soon as you hose down the car.As microfiber, it's as soft as you would want it to be on your vehicle's finish, does an amazing job leaving a dry, streak-free finish, and I found it dries pretty quickly as well. If you clean your own vehicle, this is a wise investment - you'll only have to worry about one towel for the who process.
I've been using Griot's Garage products for several years, and I've always found them to be at least as good as, and frequently significantly better, than what the competition can offer.  This one, though, seemed to be an oddity:  a towel that thinks it's a giant microfiber cloth?  Well, it works:  it is highly absorbant, and it leaves none of the towel fuzz that can mar a good wash and wax.  It's not really marketed this way, but it also works very well as a giant microfiber cloth for use in non-drying applications.  Highly recommended!
This towel is the softest and thirstiest towel I've ever used.  I was able to completely dry an entire car with this towel alone.  And that is in the humid clime of Houston, TX.  I have other Griot's Garage towels that I think very highly of, but this towel sets a new bar.First, this towel is so thick that it seems more like a mat than a towel.  It has a plushness that feels squishy.Second, this microfiber towel is incredibly soft.  Your car's paint is not going to suffer damage by this towel.Finally, this towel can take in a tremendous amount of water.  One pass over a wet surface yields a complete dryness.  Not even a bubble of water remains.  I was really impressed and my first thought upon using was "I'm buying my dad one of these for Father's Day".In my experience, Griot's Garage generally makes quality products, but this one is at the top of my list.  The current price of $17 seems like a real bargain.  Highly recommended for "car guys".
I didn't really believe I could wipe down my entire midsize car with this towel, but I can. This towel works great, and I plan on buying another, and I've recommended it to a number of people. Simple thing; works great.
I live in an area with really hard water, so not only do I have to worry about spots if I don't dry my car after a driveway wash, even the automatic car washes tend to leave spotty residue. I've been using cheapest-you-can-get-me microfiber towels from a national chain of auto parts stores, with pretty good results, so I thought this would be a step up.In terms of feel, this towel is definitely thick, and almost chamois-like in texture. On the initial dry, it did a wonderful job, though, it did leave a few balls of fiber on my car. Griot's Garage makes pretty decent stuff (I'd argue it's at least as good, if not better than Meguiar's) and this towel continues their tradition of good quality.Sure, it sops up lots of water, but one of the things I desperately need this kind of product for, is cleaning around my windshield washer nozzles on my hood. They never, ever get cleaned or dried properly, and if you're not using the right cloth, you can ruin a fresh car wash.Everything was great, but after washing it, something changed. I followed the washing instructions to the letter, but it seems that this towel leaves some streaks now. My cheap microfiber towels don't do that, and I've washed them the same way. I like the towel so much, I'm going to pick upGriot's Garage 11078 Micro Fiber and Foam Pad Cleaner, and see if that gives my towel a new lease on life.
This is a huge, very soft, very absorbent towel that can dry off a large car without having to wring it out.  I keep it in the trunk for quick touch ups after drive through car washes too.
I make a habit of keeping a spare junk towel and a spray bottle of McGuires in my 94' Vette in case I happen to need to go through a quick car wash or encounter any unfortunate bird deposits.  I didn't want to invest in anything too pricey, so I've been using a $4.00 value towel from WalMart... until now.  The difference between this towel and a run of the mill cotton towel is pretty incredible.  For one thing, you won't end up with a sopping wet towel AND car-- this thing really dries the car fast. Plus, its easy to wash and doesn't come apart in the washing machine.  I let it air dry since I've read that microfiber towels lose their magic if you put them through the automatic dryer.  Definitely my go-to towel now.
We use a variety of microfiber towels around our house and in our garage. They're usually not thick, but they still work. This towel is super thick and works even better than traditional microfiber towels for wicking away the moisture after washing the vehicle. Our water is really salty here, so we have to be very careful about completely drying vehicles after washing because the waterspots damage the paint if left to bake in the hot, desert sun. This towel did a wonderful job of drying the entire vehicle and not leaving behind the nasty waterspots. Because you can just throw it in the washer and dryer, there is no special care needed. (Just don't use fabric softener with it as that takes away some of its ability to absorb water.) You will want to make sure that you keep it clean as dirt particles can scratch the paint on a vehicle.
Straight out of the package, I used this to wipe down the inside of my windshield.  It removed the hazy, streaky mess left from my Windex attempt with ease.  Then, I used the towel to dry my car after washing.  Granted it was a hot day so the water drops were evaporating fast on their own, but I only had to wring out the towel twice to do the whole car, including windows.  The instructions say to run the towel through the washer/dryer to clean it if it becomes dirty.  I used to use "The Absorber" synthetic chamois, which is OK but I find this microfiber towel by Griot's far superior.
Talk about absorbent AND soft. This towel is both. It's probably 1/4" thick and feels like two layers of microfiber cloth with a sponge core. To see how absorbent it is, I filled a beaker (I actually had one lying around) with water. The towel sucked up all 600ml. When I removed the towel it dripped a little - but nothing like what I expected.  So this thing will dry anything FAST!  Wringing it out removes about 85% of the water.
This is a thick towel, almost like a chamois. The microfiber is great, in that it eliminates streaks and absorbs a ton of water before it has to be wrung out.Very reasonably priced, too.  I recommend it for the final wipe-down, after the car is clean and you just want to clean up the excess water and streaks.Sean P. Logue, 2013
This seems like a very high quality microfiber towel. It's quite larger and thick than most so it can be a bit difficult to use at times.While you may be tempted to use this for drying and that is what it is advertised for, note that a waffle-weave microfiber towel is much better suited for drying than a standard microfiber towel such as this one. The drying performance of this towel is only so-so compared to a good waffle-weave one.
I've been using a microfiber towel I purchased from Autogeek (it was OK, but nothing to get excited about). The Griot's towel is thick, soft, almost luxurious. My car is a dark reddish/purple changeable color and if you don't use the right towel on it, you see swirls and streaks. I don't squeegee (in fact, I've never heard of doing that before), but this towel alone is enough to completely dry my car with no streaking. You may think the price is a little high but this is on par with decent microfiber towels that aren't as plush and absorbent as this one.
Of course this is a matter of personal taste but I don't care for this scent. In the future, I will be buying air fresheners in store where I can smell them first.
I could not stand the smell of this. I threw it out after having it in my car for 5 minutes
Have to like it, even though it is a bit overwhelming at first. I wish it could be shut off, but oh well. It is helpful.
Portable size with a great smell for 3 of the cars in the family.  Lasts about one month. There is no excuse or need for anyone to hang that ugly air freshner tree on one's rear view mirror.
These febreeze clips are great, they last a really long time.  I don't like putting them on the vents like they recommend however, I decided to put them on the heater outlet under the dash, does the same job but you don't see it ;)
Have to be careful in the application, but really works well.  Trim looks like new after several months in SC sun.
Used this on my 1996 Mit. GT 3000, and it made the dash look brand new, just make sure you follow the directions properly and it will look great
Ok here is the deal its always better to buy from amazon than the tv because you get easy returns and also shopping is more easy as you don't have to deal with all the extra crap they want to try to sell you. Now getting to this product it does work and and it lasts for awhile but not as long as stated. I found it easy to use and looks greatwhen finished.
This stuff really work I was surprised that it did but don't use to much because it flakes.  It last a long time to
We've used a few stain products on various spots on our carpet with some success, but some spots did not come out.  Used this machine, using the included pro solution, hot water, and going back and forth over the spots, nearly completely erased them.The machine itself is quite simple, two sets of brushes, vacuum (to suck off excess water), and the tank itself.  There is also a mechanism to keep the water hot, although I haven't used this machine long enough to know how well that works.  The fresh water/solution tank and old/dirty tanks are one and the same, the fresh water is in a bladder, the old water goes back in around it (on the outside of the bladder).  This is a clever solution that allows the machine to carry more water, and it works quite well, was amazed at how much time I could run it.The machine also comes with a spot wand, which dispenses solution, vacuum, and has some bristles.  It works fairly well, although only for places the machine itself cannot get (like furniture).Solution is a bit expensive, but it adds scotch guard back to the carpets if you use the bissell higher end solutions.
If you have carpets in your home, then you likely need to deep clean them more often than you think.  Simple vacuuming gets up dust, but plenty gets in there (even if you don't wear shoes indoors), so owners of homes with carpets will need to rent carpet deep cleaners sometimes.  Of course, renting doesn't help for the house with kids where stained carpets happen all too often (or with pets), so owning a machine such as this one can be invaluable.I was impressed with the power of this machine for price.  The commercial machines you rent are considerably bigger and heavier, but this one seems to accomplish much of that power in a much smaller package.  When you get the Deep Clean Premier, you will need to assemble it.  This is a simple matter of inserting the handle, hose rack, and attaching 3 screws.  The cleaner comes with a bottle of cleaner (enough for about 1.5 fillings).  The cool thing is that the clean water tank is a bladder inside the waste water tank.  As the clean detergent is sprayed out, the bladder shrinks and the waste water takes the volume on the other side of the bladder.  I was skeptical, but it worked quite well.I definitely recommend you pre-vacuum.  This is a powerful machine, but I found that clumps of carpet were getting left behind by the vacuum.  I suspect this was dust that was too thick for the vacuum to get.  The beaters are quite aggressive so I wouldn't recommend you use this on a valuable or fragile rug.  There is no height adjustment on them (or speed/sensitivity adjustment), so if you have a nice rug, this might not be the best choice.Overall, I was impressed by the simplicity of the tool and the strength of the suction.  I was also disgusted by the color of the water, which I suppose is a sign it pulled out some nasty stuff from the carpet.  I do wish there were height adjusters on the beaters and perhaps a flow control, but overall it's a good package which will help keep your home clean.  4 stars.
Off the bat, I love this product and my carpet, house, and nose are happier for owning it. I thought I'd share some brief experience with using this in a situation that is explicitly documented as "not to do" with the DeepClean Premier Upright Deep Cleaner. First, it was trivial to put together (basically screw on the handle and parts bracket) and worked fine right out of the box with the included sample 2x cleaning liquid.We have 4 cats and a dog. All shed to small degrees, and one cat is part Persian (the hairy part) and drops huge clumps of fine white hair everywhere. The directions state that you should vacuum all debris up BEFORE using the DeepClean Premier. I did that. Sort of. Meaning I didn't do it very well as an experiment because sometimes you're in a hurry.Where this was used on plain carpet (short not shag) the fluid went down perfectly, was sucked up perfectly, and dried pretty thoroughly in a couple of hours (humidity was low that day). But where we missed getting debris (animal hair) the DeepClean did two things: It clogged up and didn't spray well, and it ended up just throwing soggy hair balls around.Cleaning out the clogged up parts wasn't too difficult, but I needed a very thin knife blade to get into some narrow crevices to scoop out soggy hair clumps. It didn't appear there was any damage and the brushes were still rotating smoothly. There was no burning rubber smell that happens when the belt seizes on the motor.So, just some experience. I kind of did this all on purpose as a test of the machine, to push its limits. Follow the directions, and you'll get fairly hassle free clean and clean smelling carpet. Be sloppy in your pre-vacuum and you'll end up spending the time you SHOULD have used in vacuuming better to clean out your cleaner.A great product nonetheless, and the rooms I used this on following all directions are spotless and smell great!
I have had my current carpet for around 8 years.  It has been frequently vacuumed, but never deep cleaned.  How did the Bissell Premier fair with my neglected fibers?SETUPConstruction of the 47A2 was simple.  Three screws were all it took to have it ready to go, and the instructions made sense.BUILDThe build quality is what I would expect for this price range.  It does not feel like a commercial unit that will last decades, but the plastic is thick nothing rattles.  Deconstructing for cleaning is easy and the process is thought out well.FUNCTIONThe 47A2 has good suction, if not remarkable, and keeps the hot water hot.  The brushes work into the carpet moderately well, and with mine a bit too well.  It whipped up little wads of carpet fibers that subsequently clogged the cleaner.  So, I had to stop it and take it apart multiple times.Moving the cleaner around is pretty awkward, particularly when changing directions.  The wheels could have been designed much better.There is no clean water tank, so a repeat trip to the sink will need to be made for those who want to do a clean rinse.CLEANUPCleaning the system is fast and easy.CONCLUSIONSThe Premier does a decent job cleaning carpet, but does not offer exceptional functionality or performance that would make it an easy recommendation.
I had the opportunity to evaluate a Bissell DeepClean unit.  Previously, we had used a Hoover product to clean the carpets in our home.  The Bissell is a better unit.The process of filling and cleaning the water/solution and waste water tanks is straightforward and not difficult.  The unit itself, although somewhat large from front to back, isn't unwieldy.  It is like a vacuum cleaner with a long base, but it isn't wider.  It is lighter than the Hoover we have.As for effectiveness, the unit did a great job on our carpets.  After vacuuming, we ran it over the carpet according to the technique explained in the directions.  It pulled all kinds of filth out.  The tanks and seals didn't leak, unlike the Hoover.  The only oddity about this cleaner is that it seemed to spit out some hairballs, which look like they are composed of carpet fibers and cat hair.  We have cats, so that isn't entirely surprising.  Still, we had to clean up those small bundles of fibers where the machine deposited them on the carpet.We have a separate spot cleaner, so we haven't tried using this unit's feature that allows you to take the active cleaning parts of the machine off to use as a portable spot cleaner.In all, this unit did a great job and was relatively easy to use compared to the Hoover we had.  I recommend that you check it out if you're looking for a home carpet cleaning machine.
I shaved off a star but wish it could be a 1/2 star.  I explain why below.  But first I must say this is great performer.  Plenty of capacity in the water/solution tank and plenty of capacity in the dirty water tank.  The width of the cleaning path is great.  The sound volume of the motor is excellent.  It is pretty solid for a mostly plastic machine.  The ability to have an easy to push self contained upright is great, even better with a lift off unit to focus on concentrated spills, furniture and your car.  The hand held nozzle attachment/hose rolls up neatlyWhy I took off a point is as follows: The fresh water tank is a little clumsy and I didn't see a separate measuring area for the solution.  My older Bissell upright (I believe model 25) was better in that department, but it didn't clean as well as this one and the capacities of fresh and dirty water are much less.  The cord, while easy to wind up, seems shorter than my much cheaper upright.Despite my nitpicking, this is an excellent machine and I highly recommend it.  Bissell did a great job with this.
This is a good carpet cleaner and I love the fact that it has a removable unit to do spot cleaning on stairs and upholstery.  It was very easy to assemble, and quite light.  You clean by pulling backwards, much like a Rug Doctor.  It did a good job of cleaning my carpets, and picked up quite a good amount filth my dog left behind.  The water I dumped out was quite dirty.  We had a good amount of rain these past few weeks so my carpets were long overdue for a cleaning.As with any carpet cleaner, don't go over the area more than 2x in a day.  You do not want the pad underneath to get saturated with water.  You will have to do multiple cleanings in multiple days in order to get tougher stains out.  Use a pre-treater, wash carpet, let it dry, and then go over it again.If I didn't own a Rug Doctor, or a Spot Bot, I would definitely give this higher marks.  It does a good job cleaning, but the tank is too small for my house to do a thorough cleaning without stopping to add water constantly. It is a good carpet cleaner in its price range, and if you don't have a need for something with commercial power like a Rug Doctor, I would say go for this one.
I have another BISSELL carpet shampooer and it actually does a better job at carpets than this Lift-Off Cleaner. However, overall I like this BISSELL DeepClean Lift-Off Upright Deep Cleaner as much or better. Our carpets do not get that dirty so even though this Lift-Off model does not clean as well as the dedicated carpet shampooer, the Lift-Off feature really has won me over. The Lift-Off unit is really handy for cleaning carpeted stairs, couches and chairs and similar. With the dedicated carpet shampooer, it has a long hose with a similar brush head but much more difficult to use than the Lift-Off unit. If you do a lot more spot cleaning than overall carpet cleaning then this might be the perfect deep cleaner for you. I was also surprised that it came almost completely assembled and you only have to attach the handle with a couple screws. I really like BISSELL products, they have been very reliable and BISSELL customer service is always very friendly and helpful. Keep in mind though that these are not commercial carpet cleaners but great for normal home usage even where you have pets.
My 10 year old carpet looks new again.  With six pets in the house, that's really saying something.This machine took care of several stains that a professional cleaning did not.  I used the cleaner that came with the machine - but less than the 2 ounces the directions called for.  (I remembered a conversation with a professional carpet cleaner who told me that home carpet cleaning machines often deposit too much soap in the carpet and that causes it to get dirty faster.)  I also added one cup of vinegar to help deodorize. I came to the conclusion that the extraction process is even more important than the soap dispensing process.  I spent a lot of time going back and forth, in every direction possible.  I think that process is really what made the biggest difference with my carpet.The only thing that surprised me was how often I had to fill the soap/water/vinegar tank.  The tank is quite small, so keep that in mind when cleaning.  To do an 16' X 28' room, I filled the tank six or seven times. (I emptied the dirty water tank two times.) Drying time was as expected.  I waited 48 hours to move furniture back in, but could done it sooner. No fans, just an open window and dry weather conditions.I have one room left and then I will tackle the stairs using the lift-off feature.
Now that CA has passed the Growler Labeling Act (or something like that), you can now get any growler (as long as there's tape over any labels) filled at a brewery.  I know that other states have adopted this long ago, but its big news for CA residents.  I got one of these to bring to local breweries and tote around homebrew, and it works amazing.  Beer stays cold for a LONG TIME!
This insulated stainless steel bottle will keep liquids hot or cold for hours. The stopper is threaded and stays in place. The wide mouth allows you to pour without &#34;glugging&#34; or wasting any of your precious liquids. A must have for those that have a long ways to travel between their favorite brewpub and home!
I like it. Just what i wanted. I'm able to carry so much water in this bottle. Same feel as the Hydro flask brand. Cover for the bottle is good because I've seen reviews on the cover not screwing in well.
Get it...it's a growler...wow that was a bad joke. Like horribly bad.It is a great container though. We keep it in an extra B.O.B. because it is huge and offers a lot of water storage. It's stainless steel so you could even make a soup in it if you needed.
We were looking for a bottle that had a large capacity and an availability to keep things cold on the beach for hours at a time.  While I will probably use it for beer at some point, that was not my initial reason for purchasing.  We like to keep water with us at the beach, on long trips, in our car when we're out and about with the kids, etc.  We have smaller vacuum bottles that keep drinks cold, but their capacity is limited.  With this Lifeline 64 oz. bottle on hand, we can refill as needed.It's still winter in SE Georgia, but the one day we tested these bottles, they kept ice in the bottle for more than 6 hours while sitting in the car.  Temps were in the 70's, so it's not the height of summer heat, but overall there was very little ice melt over that time.The bottles came WELL protected in plastic and bubble wrap and arrived without a blemish.  The initial quality is evident, and the plastic cap seems strong and provides a water-tight fit.We're very happy with our purchase!
The mounting brackets for these lights SUCK. The lights are pretty bright but I have no use for it since I can't mount it nicely.
Bought this for our golf cart.  Mounted it to the bottom front of the cart.  Adds visibility during the day and works great at night.
I have a few different manufacturers of LED off road lights andwhen it comes to immediate function,  these challenge even the top manufactures out there.  one of my vehicles is outfitted in 4 lights at over $2,000. (Rigid Industries) The best on the market, time tested and proven but I am starting to wonder if it was worth the lifetime warranty.These lights put out almost comprable Lumens to the Duallys I have and at  $40 for a pair versus $199 it is an easy decision.  They Wattage to Lumen ration is exellent and unless I was using them everyday, I would most likely go exclusively with these or one or two other sellers.They are built exactly as advertised and come with everything you need to mount them. Light patter is consistant with a Spot versus flood.It is my second set I have purchased, so what else needs to be said.
Took only about a half hour to mount these on the upper cab of my older John Deere 955 which I use to plow and blow snow. What a difference!  The light from two of these lights is at least five times that of the cheap halogens I had previously mounted on my tractor cab. They are GREAT, white and bright and use almost no current.  The older 955 has a small alternator and now it will no longer have to suffer running the two 30W halogens I was using. Additionally, two of these is more affordable than buying any of the available light bars I had found on the web.. I highly recommend these and dearly hope they last, they are worth every penny paid. Thanks Amazon for offering them. Assembling the brackets to the light  takes longer than mounting the lights. The trick is to just drop that nut in the slot and let the bolt threads find their home. Otherwise, you can fuss with these for nothing.
Opened up the box and was I supprized.  First off very well packed,  then the entire light housing made of sturdy aluminum, (most of the time every thing is plastic)  and s/s nuts and bolts.  The mounting bracket needs washers between the bracket and the housing.  I went to the hardware e store and bought some neoprene washers.  Did a quick hook up to a 12v battery really nice and bright. I also put a dab of dicore sealant at the power cord / to housing entrance, just to be safe.  A good product I will make good use of it.
Installed these LED lights as replacements for the round OEM halogen fog lites which gave my vehicle a last-century look. These compliment the HIDs by giving off white light & being brighter than the halogens. These lights project wide, bright, beams, which light up the road not only to the front of the car but the areas to the sides very well. They are thick, solid metal & have cooling fins built into the housings. They are easily aimed and set following installation (HIGHLY recommended) using the included Allen wrench . They are fantastic on dark mountain highways, on dark streets, or, on long, dark, stretches of interstates. They use only 36 watts (3.0 amps) instead of the OEM Halogen's 110 watts (9.2 amps) thereby protecting the switch & wiring & eliminating the need for relays in the circuit. Great working, good-looking, modern-looking product at a very good price. I'd buy these again from Amazon!
I mounted a pair of these to the back bumper of my Jeep to aid in connecting to the rear hitch, viewing to the rear during off road adventures and in reversing in tight dark spaces. They are bright (almost like headlights but more of a flood beam) and draw less than 1.5 amps each. The housing is made of a heavy aluminum casting with cooling fins to dissipate heat. I would have given them a 5 star review if the attaching bracket was stainless steel (it is a pained steel bracket). The hardware is made of stainless though.
Put a pair of these above my dim golf cart headlights & wow they are great.cart headlights were 35 watts ea.these are 18 watts ea.
Works great and looks great. I mounted it above my fairlead and couldn't be happier. Can't beat the price either.
These lights are pretty bright and hard to beat for the price. I'm using a pair of them as secondary back up lights on my Titan. If you have the room and plan on using them on the front of your vehicle, I would consider the &#34;27w round work lights&#34; instead, you can find them on here for just a little more money. They are MUCH brighter. I'm running 4 on the front and it's pretty ridiculous.Quality is decent and I haven't had any leaks.
to be fair, i haven't had it in the woods yet at night but basic testing after installation suggests it can only help.  One gripe, the clear lens was not fully seated in the housing and there was a gap around the edge.  i took some clear silicone and ran it around the entire seam.  Others have posted that installing the bracket is a bit of a bear and it is more of a nuisance, esp with cold fingers.  It took a few minutes to fiddle with those cap head screws and to get those nuts into position.  All in all, i like the product and the price was hard to beat.
First thing I tested was how bright it was next to a "55 Watt regular halogen headlight".  This LED was not even close.  Im guessing It might be half as bright.Problem:  I measured the Voltage and current at three voltage levels.  First 12.05V @1.34A that comes out to 16.147 Watts.  Next 12.92V @ 1.24A is 16.021 Watts.  Finally 22.6V 0.72A is 16.272 Watts.  The Voltages and Currents were measured at the same time for accuracy.  The built in DC-DC converter is probably about 90% efficient.  At 90% the LEDs are only getting about 14.645 Watts.  When I compared each LED in the bar by shining it 3 inches from several surfaces, the 2 on the left are dimmer than the others.  The far left LED is the dimmest.Some companies will run there LED's a little lower Voltage to prevent burnout and increase life but this means they are not as bright as they should be.Also the light was mostly white but had yellow areas in the spot.  The lense was scratched and there was glue on the lense and housing.  Mine may have been a refurbished model.
Installed with a custom CNC'd bracket above the 3rd brake light of a 2008 Jeep JKU and hardwired to an switch panel for reverse/auxiliary purposes. It is stupid bright and can light up half a football field. Great price and very happy with my purchase
I bought a couple of these to put between the tubes on the rear bumper of my Jeep Wrangler for additional backup lighting.  I replaced the tail light bulbs earlier with LED bulbs, but that just did not do it for me out in the woods when it came to seeing where I was backing.  So I put two of these between the tubing of my rear bumper, wired them and then turned them on.  WOW!  I do believe these are as bright as headlights back there.  I could not believe how bright they are; and LED will not pull much juice.  I read other reviews about quality and the seal around the lens.  Not sure what they received, but the two I received are heavy cased and sealed well around the lens.  Just to make sure, I took a little clear silicon and spread it around the edge of the lens.  I was very lucky that the lights were just the right size to fit between the bumper tubing.  For the price, you can't go wrong with these lights.  I am planning to order two more to put under the sides of my Jeep for lighting up out to the side when I am out in the woods.  They really throw some light!
i love this led light i got me another one i did not install just connected it to my battery real quick at night and it showed real good no dislikes
I could not get a pair that matched or did not have some sort of quality issue I could not accept. First pair had one light that had the plastic wrap glued to the lens. (They are glued in) I returned one and ordered another. The replacement had a different fin count on the housing and did not match the one I kept. Returned both then placed an order for another pair. Received the second pair and inspected. The first one was perfect. The only one with a lens that was fully seated. Opened the second one only to find the lens at least 1/4 inch from seated in the housing. Just returned both. I'll try another style.I will admit the one I tested put out a strong beam and the price is cheap but the quality was too cheap for me to keep. I will agree with other reviews about the crappy bracket. The provided screws bottom out on the light housing before clamping the bracket to the housing. Also other reviews have mentioned about moisture in the light. I could definitely see this with the crappy way the lens is glued into the housing. This could be cured by adding sealer around the edge. Maybe super glue since that is what the mfg appears to use.
I bought this to mount on my garden tractor. The factory lights on the tractor are a little lacking. Mounted this and wow the difference is amazing. When I plow my driveway it is usually dark and with this on I have no problems seeing. Price wasn't too bad and it doesn't draw much juice from the battery. Well worth the investment.
I put these on a 83 Nissan truck in the bumper. They're brighter than the headlights, and pure white compare to the yellowish color of the headlamps
Very nice LED work light.  My 2012 Jeep JK has no decent rear light to allow you to store your cargo when it is dark. I had purchased this light to mount on a spare tire light mount but the plate on the mount is too small for this light. I am needing to decide now whether to mount it in a different spot (not many other places to do so since I have a soft top) or find a larger plate to mount on top of the light mount.This is a separate issue not related to the quality of the light. It is a hefty light made of a combination of plastic and metal. The mounting arms are metal with rubber pads which may be a good thing and will help to dampen some of the vibration and keep it from being transferred to the light. The part of the mounting arm that contacts the light body is grooved as is the light body. This ensures that the direction that you point it in will stay fixed.The only disappointment that I have with the light is that the power cable that runs from it is only 12-14 inches long. So you either need to connect it to a terminal block, a switch or use some butt splices. I would recommend against butt splices because that creates a weak spot in the link. And depending on where you mount it there may be no place to locate a terminal block. I will probably mount a switch, because even though I will have a switch in the cab to turn it on it will probably be nice to have one by the light itself. I guess another option might be to take the unit apart depending on how you feel about invalidating your warranty.
I am not a fan of LED lights. I think they look fake and &#34;spooky&#34;. The shadows cast are not natural. What I do like is the output of these lights and can live with the spooky nature of these LED lights. They only use 36 watts...which is pretty good.
i would highly recommend to anyone looking for great light at a great price. install is easy all you need is a fuseable link and a switch. i put this one on my tractor and i cant get over how bright it is. AWESOME gona buy another for my back up lights
1) I cannot tell if there has been a performance improvement. The car is a 2006 VW Jetta 2.5L with 140,000 miles on it. I just wanted to clean out the injectors and whatever else this should clean. So If no performance improvement, but cleaned up, then I'm fine with that (I didn't expect 5mpg increase from a $13 can of solvent).2) I thought it'd have a pour nozzle that protrudes far enough forward to allow the car's filling port flap to be held out of the way. However, it doesn't, so I have to push the flap with my finger whilst pouring the Royal Purple in. This is a big disappointment to me.3) Since purchasing this, I have seen Chevron's version for $7 at PepBoys. I'll use that next time.
I've always one to not believe something in a &#34;can&#34; works especially when it comes to automotive products.No any longer do I think that way, I put the amount according to direction, yes I read them... filled up and took a vacation trip to Northern Michigan.  I gained at least 1/2 to 1 mile per gallon in my 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Hemi, while towing my Harley.I am thrilled, and it takes a lot to get this 56 yr. old excited.  My previous best was 14-15 MPG on the highway, I came with 15.85 MPG on this trip, oh and I was not always going the speed limit, it is a Hemi after all. People this stuff just plan works, I've trusted my Ram with Royal Purple 5W-30 motor oil for over five years now, I've had it since new and it runs, I swear better than NEW!
Used this to keep gas stabilized over the winter in my Suzuki Boulevard M50 and Audi TT, neither of which I use much during the cold months. I expect no trouble and on sale the price is right.
three stars because i haven't noticed any changes. then again maybe my car did't need this cleaner. who knows. royal purple is a great brand though
First can went threw with no changes to my truck. Put the 2nd can in and now I have no ping no nock, better millage and all around better everything. You cant go wrong with RP.
Royal Purple Max-Clean Fuel System Cleaner does a fantastic job. After my 2nd tank full after using the fuel system cleaner I noticed a touch more power and an increase of ~2mpg. I highly recommend this product and will use it on quarterly basis.
I do take good care of my cars and had tried every fuel additive known to man. Royal Purple has always impressed me in all they make, so l tried this in both my cars...within minutes l was amazed at the results. No, it isn't cheap, but neither is upkeep and this Cleaner and fuel stabilizer convinces immediately. Our Odyssey with computerized mpg tracking showed a 2mpg increase over a commute which never changes.
I started using this product with my 2006 Focus ZX3 and it has done wonders for the mpg, horsepower, and torque. I know use this in both of my cars and my lawn mower. I HIGHLY recommend Royal Purple to anyone! For more questions about RP products contact their Service Technicians @ 888-382-6300.
I have used many fuel treatments and i got to say this has bye far been the best its always good to feel the difference once its added.
Great cleaner and stablizer.  I added Max Clean before a long trip, I could feel the difference as drove 50 miles, 100 miles.  Car ran better and improved my mileage.  I would have given it 5 Stars, if not for the cost.  A little to expensive.
This product really works . I can feel the difference in the seat of my pants . The engine uns smoother starts easer . and my milage went up .Paul
I am somewhat of a Royal Purple fan boy at this point.  I have to say when I saw this product released I said to myself, &#34;What does Royal Purple know about fuel cleaning?&#34; I bought it anyhow.  I use shell gasoline to try to keep my fuel system clean.  Additionally, I run techron fuel system cleaner through pretty often because my car is aging and has never had a fuel filter change.  I was skeptical to say the least.  As others stated this is enough liquid to do multiple treatments for some vehicles, a definite plus.  Long story short, I put it in my car after having run techron only a month before and have seen sustained improvements in my fuel economy.  I won't be buying techron again.  It's not a miracle worker, but it helps and if it helps out an aging fuel pump it is well worth the money.  I will be buying more.
I have an older Chevy Tahoe that is a work truck. It has developed a slightly rough idle and I had hoped this Royal Purple Max-Clean would help smooth it out. It had a tuneup not long ago with new spark plugs, rotor, wires, etc and that didn't make much difference either so I have to assume maybe dirty or sticky injectors. I expected some difference based on the claims made for this Royal Purple fuel system cleaner but It made no difference at all. I cannot detect any difference in how the truck idles or runs. I think I wasted my money. Maybe it works for certain other problems and might work for you but it is costly and no refunds if it doesn't work either.
I notice a difference in sound and mileage increased but it could be a fluke. No negative effects on my performance so at this point I am calling it a success.
I love royal purple - but no difference - wish Castrol GTX still made theres, that was a difference!
I use Royal Purple when ever and where ever possible, because they work. Sure there are graphs and spreadsheets that researchers will use to explain a product's performance,but I use my ears, my hands on the wheel and the feel of the road on my butt. Their gas treatment is no exception. It just seems to work.
I bought this along with the RP oil and filter.  While the treated fuel was in the tank I got astronomical mileage, but it dissipated back to normal when I refueled.  The most noticeable long-term difference the Max-Clean made was how much smoother my engine ran.  That may have more to do with the oil than the Max-Clean.  I will buy again the next time I change my oil on the thinking that it can't hurt.
Royal purple is a good brand but how do you really know if this stuff really works or is just hype? I got this to add to the fuel system on a vehicle that has been sitting for years but ended up changing the whole fuel system from tank to carb
I did not wxpect much from just a fuel system cleaner as I drive '08 BMW 335i with premium gas and thought fuel system should be clean anyways, but no. After I drove 20 with cleaner in system my MPG significantly improved. I dont know why people complain here about price - it's $12 already, how low do you want it to be? $3?
I got the single 55W version to replace the Hi/Lo blub from my generic HID kit in my DRZ.  Took the bike and bulb out to Divide Peak and it hasn't blown yet.
Money Saver on HID replacements.  These are identical to the Kensun replacement bulbs which are selling for about 2x more.  I currently have a set of Kensuns in my car now and they seem to do quite well so, for kicks and giggles i decided to see if these were any better and found out they are the same.  The wiring, the rubber grommet, plugs, bulbs and the plastic cover that came in them.  If they were of different brands they would have been at least one distinguishing mark.  But no.....So don't spend $29.99 on the Kensuns when these are selling for $15.99
The HID I am replacing is full plug and play. This HID needs to be wired to a hot wire and a ground wire. No big deal but I did not see that listed anywhere . I will give them a try and see how they last.I install them today, batt and ground was rev. For my Tundra that's  why it did not work as plug and play. The extra  wire with  it made it easy to correct.  However the 3tab mount also did not line up. A small clip off one tab of each fixed that. It may be something  with Toyota . The lights are bright white with a hint of blue like my low beem HID I  installed. The price is very low compaired  to my low beam so I can't  really complain . Now if they hold up I  will be happy with them.
they look more like 8000k not 10000k so a little disapointed but still look good. next time ill order some 12000k and maybe then they will be blue. right now there white and kinda blue.
I bought a set of these for my fogs in 5K to match my 5K headlights. The bulbs are purple, like 12K. Not really what I expected unless the bulbs were mislabeled from the factory and are actually 12k. I bought a set of these in 6K for another car and the color temp on those were spot on. These are good bulbs, I think I may have just gotten the wrong product for what I ordered.UPDATE - Kensun customer service has made an attempt to correct this issue by sending me a set of bulbs from a newer batch. I installed the replacement bulbs and while one bulb is finally spot on at 5K, the other bulb still exhibits a very noticeable purple hue. I swapped ballasts to rule out the possibility of a bad ballast, but the issue still remains. I have informed the vendor of the issue and am awaiting further advice.UPDATE 1/2/2014 - Jack from Kensun is continuing to work with getting me a matching pair of bulbs. Customer service has been a 5 star experience as the vendor is continuing to work with me until the issue is resolved.UPDATE 1/7/2014 - After a third set of replacement bulbs, the color of the bulbs are finally spot on. Not sure what the problem is with the 5K bulbs as I have a set of these bulbs in 6K and didn't have any issues with my 6K's. Customer service went out of their way to make things right, but perhaps the manufacturer should be advised to improve their level of QC on their bulbs.
I've upgraded a couple of cars with these dome lights and they look great. I decided to upgrade the dim and yellow looking dome and entry lights in our 1984 Mercedes-Benz 280SL. I pulled the driver side foot well light and found the size and ordered a package of four. The first one when in PERFECTLY but the others lights had shorter bulbs and these did not fit. My first thought was to return them, then I noticed one of the metal caps popped off and revealed a ceramic cap with a wire running through the middle. I removed the caps from both ends and now had the LED board with wires on each end. So I removed the other three light assemblies passed the wires through the holes, twist them and simply solder the lights to the light assembly. Now the interior of the 280SL is bright, white and looks updated. Bonus, the 15 second delay works GREAT on the dome lights.NOTE: Remember LED lighting is polarity sensitive, if you put them and they don't work, flip them around. On the R107 lighting ASSY, you can reverse the plugs so I did not worry about polarity until I was mounting them int he car. ENJOY!
I only needed one for the cargo lamp on my Jeep Liberty, but for the price, it is nice to have spares. First, the festoons are noticeably smaller than the originals, so they tend to move around alot, especially when I go off-roading; I easily fixed this with some adjustments, so problem solved. Lastly, these lights are WAY TOO BRIGHT! May become a distracting glare if not fixed correctly, so make sure to fix them in the right place! Excellent quality of lights in all!
Used inside dome lights. Not quite as bright as stock but pretty close. Definitely love the cool white over the yellowish bulbs though. Uses much less energy and also runs much cooler, I feel comfortable leaving them on for longer periods of time without worrying about draining the battery or burning up the dome light (if that's even possible)
Originally got the 16's for the &#34;dome&#34; light on our 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix GT1 and you practically had to wear sunglasses at night! So, got these 8's to replace them. Geeeze! Used these on the overhead light on the 2000 Ford Taurus LX also. They weren't &#34;exactly&#34; the correct size according to the chart, but squeezing the clips together a bit on the fixture holds them in place just fine. Don't forget these LED bulbs are polarity sensitive and if they don't light up one way, take them out and flip them around. Course, it's a little easier to just touch them to the contacts before you put them in, but you don't learn that until the first one ... or two!
You can see inside a car or truck with these, hard to read a map with the stock lights but not with these.
put these in my 2002 Ford Econline Van. They are awesome!! Super bright and pure white no more yellow dingy light look
Super light.  Brighter than the original bulbs and whiter.  I own 2 Chevy Astro Vans and have changed the dome lights in both.
I have ordered a bunch of these bulbs in both the 1.54 and 1.72&#34; sizes. I put them in 3 different cars and even have some in my anchor light on the boat. They are bright and don't consume much power. I will say that there can be a very slight variation in color when you are de aling with a large quantity. The color is bright but has a slight bluish tinge. I will say they are considerably brighter than the bulbs being replaced.
These work perfect in my 2011 Ford Escape Limited.  I only needed 1 bulb (dome bulb) and it was easy to put in.  Good price and fast shipping!
I have this weird LED fettish and I wanted to church up the interior lights of my Silverado. I popped this into my dome light and it looked nice but it was day time so I didn't think too much of it but once night time hit...boy howdy it was nice. so since I had 4 of these and only needed one I put them in other vehicles and everyone was really impressed. I suggest taking before and after pictures so you can see just how yellow life was before I don't know how we lived like this before. (sad face thingy)
Used these to replace my rear dome light in the Jeep.  Along with a few other red LED bulbs, I can now turn on the interior lights while driving without losing my night vision.
The dome lights work great and fit just fine in my vehicle.  They seem well built and like they will last a long time.  They are a white/blue color and light up the vehicle a little brighter that regular dome lights.
I have bought many items from this company in the past and never had any issues..however...Out of the box of four, one had some sort of plastic end cap. This of course makes it completely unusable; the other three had metal end caps. One of the ones that had metal end caps, 4 of the 16 leds were not working.
wow! so far, so good. very bright and no heat from it like a regular bulb. installed just fine and is so bright. i noticed when it naturally dims when starting car or locking it up after leaving, it dims very quickly. i hope it lasts a while.
Quality ProductUltra BrightWorks excellent with my BMWWill buy more again!Hope this review helps you! :) BUY!
Big difference inside a car or truck with these LED lights, makes reading a map or anything a lot easier.
I was concerned that these would not be as bright as some others I had that had more LEDs on them but these are very bright and a nice white color.  I have 2 Astro Vans and have replaced the inside lights in both.  Much brighter than the original and nicer light.
I like these lights, the light is not a warm white (which is what I prefer) but it is a bluish white.  I don't like the color so much but I like the brightness of the bulb and how cool thermally it remains while on.
It can be a crap shoot buying these cheap LED bulbs, often I will buy double what I need because, in most cases, only half of them will work properly. I am happy to say that out of the 8 I purchased, all 8 work just fine. For anyone having issues, be sure to reverse the bulb before you toss it across the garage as LED's are polarity-sensitive. You may also want to verify if you need a CANBUS compliant bulb, which generally have a resistor attached and cost a bit more.
Ordered these after trying some others with 16 SMDs. To my calibrated eyeball these put out just as much light with half the elements, and will fit in more places. The length is good but the diameter is slightly smaller than the factory bulbs I have replaced. No sweat. Just pinch the clips to make them fit tighter. The light is much brighter and whiter than the originals.
I like how its so bright its makes your car look better when its dark I got the exact bulbs that I need and I would say that the silver part on the end where it touchs to make it work is to small on the bulb so I had trouble trying to make it stay there and not just fall off I recommend a buy if you can make them fit I guess you get what you paid for
These are plenty bright for maplights, and I found that with a minor modification with a soldering iron you can use these in GM 211 rigid loop applications as well. This involves heating the ends a bit to let them slip off and replacing them with loops of a stiff wire. I found this preferable to the $19 prices I was seeing for them.
Do not let the four stars fool you.  This is a well made and effective trickle charger.  If you want a dedicated battery charger, go elsewhere.I use this as a slow cost-free way to keep my appliance batteries going.  If you have a battery powered tool that you must keep outside during cold winters, this will go a long way to keep it going.I use it for my lawn mower, my vacuum cleaner, my screwdriver and drill.  Not my car.
This solar charger work well as a solar-powered trickle charger, but it serves to take note of its size.  The solar panel measures 15.3 inches x 15.3 inches.  Accordingly, this is not a panel intended to be placed on the dash of a stored car parked outside to keep the battery charged.  Rather, the solar panel is intended to be mounted on a wall with the cord run to the battery of the vehicle.
...while trolling! What a surprise. Most products these days come in flimsy packing surrounding an even flimsier product. Not so here at all.Well packed with well made components. I love the plug-n-play based connectors and the fact that they used higher grade materials than they had to. So much of what we buy is disposable - even our computers and cars. It's nice to come across a product I know I'll be using for years to come.Now I just need a usb port for the cell phone...
THIS IS A TRICKLE BATTERY CHARGER.  By "trickle" I mean it uses low level current is fed continuously to the battery so that it maintains its charge.  It is not to be mistaken for a battery charger or jumper.  This by all means will not jump start your battery. The BOCO 5W Solar Battery Charger can not bring a dead battery back to life, but instead to maintain a battery that is already full, and just needs to stay that way - like our boat battery.  We don't use our fishing boat everyday but like to maintain the battery to full power.  Since the boat sits outside in direct sunlight, the solar panel takes advantage of it. A solar car charger converts light energy into a DC current.Can be permanently installed by using the included screws, or you can get suction cups to temporary mount it.  It's an eco-friendly way to maintain your batteries.
This solar charger/maintainer provides portable plug and play power. It is easy to set up and use. My mother's car is sitting in my car, unused and I have been using this to keep the battery charged. I have also used it on a tractor battery.The unit comes with suction cups and hardware so the device may be hung. It is waterproof and weather resistant, although the directions suggest applying some additional silicone. My one quibble is that the cord is only eight feet long. Greater length would be preferable, especially if you decide to secure it to a wall.So far I have been satisfied with this device. It works well within its limitations. Recommended.
The 2W Solar Battery Charger + Maintainer need  a little explanation concerning the title. In my opinion this is a solar unit one can use to "MAINTAIN" batteries, NOT for charging batteries. I have  a Vette  that sits in my garage for week after week and is used primarily for car shows. This unit I found will keep the battery charged and ready to start, however please don't stop here.There is a n 8 foot cord from the unit to my battery and unless I move my vehicles around that cord will not normally reach from the roof where I have the solar unit to my car's battery even when using the 12 volt power outlet. That is frustrating for me however I note in the instructions beyond 8 feet is not recommended.  This 8 foot length would be great if you have an outdoor vehicle such as a four wheeler that stays outside and you needed to keep the battery close to full charge all the times. Using the 12V plug goes extend the length a little, perhaps a foot or slightly more.The solar unit it self sits easily on my roof however with the plastic cups you will need a smoother surface to keep the unit fixed to the roof. It will not stick on regular roofing, however works well on my plastic /metal roof outbuilding. I have only used it for a short time and the one vehicle I used it on has always had a fully charged battery ready to start the vehicle. Note that this will not "jump start" a dead battery. It is only a "trickle type" charger.The construction on the unit plus all the cable is really very good quality and should last  a long time. The unit is weather resistant. This unit is for maintaining 12 V lead acid batteries and can accommodate wet, gel, MF and AGM chemistries. Remember this is a 2.5 Watt Max output.One last note. The warranty states that the unit is warranted for 2  years at no cost to you if  you have the receipt  and if no receipt it's $11.95 for service. Almost the price of a new unit.
I've been using this for a couple weeks now in conjunction with my bikes. I don't always get to ride them and one of them has a battery that is trying to quit on me and I don't want to replace it just yet as it's not bad enough to need complete replacing. This has been my solution in the mean time.If I leave that bike alone the battery wants to go out after 2 weeks of no use, this has solved that problem. I keep that bike in the shed next to house as there isn't enough room in the garage so after mounting a simple 12v socket to the battery all I have to do is plug this device in and let it do it's thing. Luckily I have a window on the roof of the shed to get light in there during the day and after a good cleaning of it I just placed this panel right up against it and mounted it to a piece of 1x1 to hold it in place. So far it's worked great. Hooking my meter to it I've come up with about 1.5W output early in the day and it climbs to 2.3-4 in the high sun angle portions of the day.This really is making life easier for me and the easy cable system that it comes with is pretty good, though I would prefer a more standardized connection instead of their proprietary setup that they have. I can quickly swap cables around for whatever application I want to use it for. I may end up changing out the connections for those very similar to the Battery Tender style connections as then I can much more easily swap this from battery to battery without issue.Certainly a must if you have 12 devices that you don't get to use that often and don't want to add another plug in device that will just sit there and suck power all the time no matter what. This eliminates that problem and keeps the battery topped off for when you really need it to be ready to go.
I'm using the NOCO 5W solar panel in a bit of an unusual way to provide inexpensive power to my garden shed. Inside the shed, rather than running a line from my home, I have a pair of 12V marine batteries and a 1500W inverter, giving me a cheap but limited power source for lighting and so forth.I mounted the NOCO panel to the roof of my shed using an epoxy-based adhesive, and then ran the cable to my battery. The outdoor parts seem high quality and well sealed against dirt or moisture, so I'm hopeful they will last a long time. The cables aren't quite as high quality, but I was able to wrap them in plastic to ensure they hold up well. The cables attach to a vented battery box, and everything seems to work as advertised.I've also ordered a second one of these I intend to mount on my sailboat to keep at least one of the batteries charged all the time. A boat in a marina is probably the ideal location since it would be far from any shade, and so I expect the NOCO to work well for me there.Where I live (Long Island - NY), in full sunshine, I'm getting 5.2 watts of power at 12VDC, which is adequate to trickle-charge my batteries. Only issue I've seen is that in less than full sunlight, the power drops off quickly, so it's often down around 1-2W if there are clouds in the sky.As others point out, 5W is a very small amount of power...in my area, residential electricity costs about $0.10 per KWH, so assuming you had 365 days a year of perfect sunshine for 8 hours a day, the 5W this unit puts out is $1.46 a year worth of electricity.Otherwise, so far, the NOCO is holding up well and I'd have no trouble recommending it for low-energy uses - especially considering the bargain price.
I was a bit sceptical but this product really works. It is small, light and does th ejob! Sometimes a battery needs a charge and it is in a difficult place. As long as you have sunlight, this will work and give a full charge. It is particularly great for th eATV that has beeen sitting idle and needs a boost but will work on your auto as well.
WE have used this set to recharge the UPS battery from my UPS battery backup unit and it works well, even in subdued light.  The sun does not have to be shining brilliantly to get the battery to recharge.  We have not had a chance to use it yet on lawnmower batteries yet as it is not that time of year yet and I will update as we have more experiences with this solar battery charger and maintainer.  So far it works pretty well and takes an afternoon to recharge.It is easy to store when not in use, and does not take up a huge amount of space when using either- although the solar panel might have to be propped up on foam or something that does not slide in order to get it to face the light well if using indoors.
This is a battery charger and maintainer that is solar which comes in handy for those 12V batteries that aren't used often or only seasonally.It is designed so that you can charge or just maintain the charge on an already charged battery without worrying about over charging the battery. I'm not sure I would actually charge a battery with it but for maintaining, it's really handy.The bad thing has been to figure out where to mount the charger since it's solar. You obviously need to locate your charger in an outdoor, sunny location but we keep our tractor and lawn mower and therefore their batteries in a closed garage.It works perfectly for what it's designed for but totally depends on the application that you need it for and like us the location as to whether it will suit your needs.
I normally use a battery tender to keep my riding mower batteries fresh while in my garage.  Now with this solar charger, I can leave my mower outside next to the shed, where there is no electricity and keep the battery charged when not in use.  I would be careful not to place it on the ground as it does feel fragile.  Get this if you have a mower, boat or tractor that you leave outside.  Highly recommended.
This low-power charger is a simple way to keep an automotive battery topped off.  At 5 watts, it's not a lot of power and not enough to charge a dead battery.  It's enough to keep a healthy battery topped off though.I connected this charger to the deep cycle batteries on my RV.  (I have two 6v golf cart batteries connected in series to make a 12v system for my trailer).  I used a couple small clamps to attach it to the propane cover on the trailer's tongue.  This is a good spot, because it's close to the battery compartment and it faces south.  After leaving it attached for a few weeks, I've noticed that my batteries are still good and strong.  However, I also noticed that the solar panel got very dirty very quickly.  I've been using a soft cloth to dust it off, which is more maintenance than I expected.This charger is small enough that it doesn't require a charge controller.  It's actually so small that I still have to use my battery disconnect switch, because the charge from this small panel won't keep up with the phantom draws from the smoke detector, LP detector, and CO detector.  Those three detectors and the light from the stereo are enough to completely discharge the batteries in under a week.So is this panel enough to keep the batteries charged while you're on a trip?  Not a chance.  It's a handy way to top them off in storage though.
This is a well made and effective 5W battery maintainer. It came quite well packaged, a box, within a box, within a box plus additional packing paper, bit of overkill actually. Even so the unit arrived without the indicated stainless screws but substituted my own without issue.Like many I have the typical outdoor shed storing a lawn tractor all winter and like many, every spring it's dead as a door nail. Although a bit early I went out, checked the mower (it was dead, just a few clicks). Set the panel in one of the shed windows, attached the clamps properly and tried again after a week of semi-sunny March weather. (the window only gets morning direct sun). Engine turned over and started right up so apparently as advertised it will charge a small battery.One thing of note, unlike the car cigarette charger attachment the battery clamps have no indicator light. You have no way of seeing if power is flowing or connection is made with out a multimeter or tester. A glaring omission for many a home owner as most would like some indication that the unit is actually "on".For remote battery maintaining and even charging of small batteries this will do the job.
The first thing I noticed about this charger is the sturdy construction and engineering.  It has separte plugs for clipping on to a battery or plugging it into your cigarette lighter plug.  It's simple to use either of these plug adaptions due to the unique lead adapter plug that comes off the 6 foot lead from the solar cell.  All you have to do is select the plug end you wish to use and plug that lead into the solar cell lead.  I had kept my RV plugged into the home electrical source to keep the battery charged.  I didn't know if this system would be able to keep my RV charged as I have a electronic mouse deterrant and a couple of alarm units that run off the battery.  They are small electrical draws but do tend to drain the battery quickly.  This solar battery charger has kept the RV battery fully charged.  I will recommend this solar charger to my friends and family.
As other reviewers said, this isn't for charging a vehicle with a dead battery, but mostly for trickle charging vehicles that aren't used much.  It would be ideal for a boat or ATV.  I use it for a truck I rarely drive.  Of course, it works far better in sunny days.  I don't really know how to evaluate how well it works because I can't see it happen!  But the parts are good quality.  I love that you can put it on either your battery or you can use the 12 volt plug into your cigarette charger.  That is a nice feature for ease of use.
This is the kind of device that you can use to keep the battery charged up on an occasionally used piece of equipment like a riding mower or a motorcycle that can be near some sunlight.Or, if you are parking somewhere for a while in the sun and you want to help make sure that your vehicle will start when you get back, this device can be useful.I have used it with my lawn mower and it keeps the battery in tip-top charge, ready to start right up!It's pretty large, a bit bigger than 1 foot by 1 foot, and has clamp-type connectors (that seem pretty sturdy) and a cigar / accessory plug, and screws for mounting to something which could help to keep it properly pointed at the sun.It can be helpful if all you need is a trickle charge and not a boost!
NOCO BLSOLAR2 Battery Life + Black 2.5W Solar Battery Charger and maintainer is an excellent product. It is very easy to setup and use.I hooked it up to my lawnmower battery to maintain the charge and so far so good. I would recommend it because it works well. I am not a very technical person  and I could hook it up.
I've been using the 5 watt version for several months now.  It's mounted outside in New England and exposed to full sun and all the weather that can be thrown at it.  Despite some very hot days (full southern exposure) and soaking rains, nothing seems to bother it.  I use it to keep the battery in my John Deere tractor charged.  It's advertised as a charger and maintainer, but I'm not sure it's a "smart" maintainer.  By smart, I mean I have other maintainers that vary the charge rate and whether they are charging at all based on battery status.  Although I'm not certain, I believe this device maintains a constant low level charge.  In any event, my JD battery seems no worse for wear and now it always cranks strongly, even if I haven't used the tractor for a couple of weeks.  Very pleased.
I am very happy with this charger; I used it to recharge my dead mower battery after I left it unused in the mower all winter. I did not keep track of how many days it took to recharge it but it worked. Now I have the mower parked in the garage next to the south wall, charger cord runs outside through a port and maintains my battery. I did not use the suction cups, although it comes with both the suction cups and four screws to mount it.
The NOCO BLSOLAR2 Battery Life+ solar battery charger is a kit that comes with a solar panel that connects to either battery clamps or a DC cigarette lighter plugin cable. The kit also has suction cups for attaching the panel to a window where it could receive sunlight. This is a 2.5W kit, which offers a modest amount of current that is OK for keeping a battery charged or slowly recharging a drained battery - it certainly won't get a fully dead battery charged up right away, so it's for maintenance, not emergencies. Where I am in Florida this works pretty well, as you can position the panel to get sunlight and it will steadily bring charge to your battery. This is ideal for 12v batteries as the package suggests, so if you have a lawnmower, ATV, scooter, and other devices with small batteries, this will work quite well. For automobiles this can help keep the charge for when you go for long periods without driving the vehicle. This is a useful item, though some users may wish to use a more powerful solar panel to speed up charging time. Since the cables used to attach the panel to a battery are detachable you could use them with a different solar panel if you wished to. The one thing that I find lacking with this kit is a portable protective case to store the panel and cables in when they aren't in use, as a small panel such as this could be kept in a handy case. Since there's no case, you may wish to store this in a generic storage tote to protect it.* Update: I've now gotten the 5W kit, which provides a larger solar panel that gives more power for faster recharging. It works just like the 2.5 watt kit except it will charge batteries faster. I would recommend the 5W kit to charge larger batteries. Amazon's Vine program applied my original review to both the 2.5W and 5W versions.
I like this unit.  It is very well made and solid.  The wiring and connectors are all top quality unlike others I have tried in the past (some of the others had corroded terminals right out of the box).  The output voltage is right on the money (full sunlight).  It will come in handy keeping my tractor charged during those long winter months and I will use it when I park my car at the airport for longer trips.
The instructions indicate that it is designed to work well in "low-light, cloudy and overcast conditions" and I have to agree.  They indicate that it will output 15 to 22 volts in "full sun".  I tested on an overcast but "bright" day (no direct sunlight, 100% cloud cover) and it output 21.3 volts inside, right next to a window.  In my living room "near" a window but not with anything you could construe as direct light, it output just over 14 volts.One caveat (not a fault of the charger) to be aware of is that the 12 volt plug which you'd plug into a "cigarette lighter" (politically correctly named these days "power adapter") in your car won't work in many modern cars because there is no connection when the ignition switch is off.  So for many cars you'd need to make the connections under the hood and that certainly is not convenient.  The adapter does have a light on it which makes it easy for you to test your vehicle.However if you were taking a trip somewhere (camping?) and using your car for music or some other such purpose then this charger might help offset the power drain.Keep in mind that at full power it will only generate 5 watts and that's not much!It is definitely a nice (small) solar panel, but it has limited usage roles.
There is nothing like a brand new idea for a vexing ongoing problem that solves that problem.  NOCO solved that problem with ease and effectiveness.  Before I used the NOCO I attempted to start my mower only to find that the winter drained the 2-year-old battery to the point that it would not start but it did turn over.  So, I attached the Solar Battery Charger to my grass assassin so that in a few weeks I would be ready for the annual hunt and chop routine.  Frankly, I did not expect great results; however, I was delightfully surprised when I returned two days later to find a fully charged battery but a mower that begged to be run and used.  I suggested to it that we would have to wait for something of value to cut and it frowned and returned to its previous resting state with one exception:  it was ready to go and I only had to use the NOCO to "get it done."
When I ordered this thing, I was expecting something no bigger than my iPad, but it's actually larger than your average car sunroof.It stores easily, and provides plenty of power for those outages that last for days--like the 2003 blackout, the 2005 blackout, the blackouts after Irene and Sandy here in NYC alone.  To not have some way of charging your devices, even if not especially in a big city, where you might be out of power for days or weeks, is frankly stupid.Even for total non-emergencies, it's a good idea.  Say you're on a road trip, and your cell phone or tablet battery is dead.  Are you really going to run the engine and burn gas just to charge your precious device?Unless you're rich enough to have yourself airlifted to some resort where they have power during a major blackout, get yourself a camp stove, a Petzl headlamp, and this solar batter charger at the very least.
I've been using this to keep the battery on our infrequently used tractor up to snuff and it seems to do the trick. It will not readily recharge a discharged battery due to the very modest power output, but as a way to fight off the normal slow degradation of an unused battery it does just great.
Batteries gradually lose charge over time, even if you're not using them. Hooking this product up to your car battery (or one of similar size) will slow down, if not stop, this process. However, the NOCO only puts out 5 watts, and when you realize that your tiny nightlight draws the same amount of power, you begin to understand why calling this thing a "charger" is a bit of a misnomer.Used solely as a maintainer, this product seems to work well when hooked up to a riding lawnmower that sees use every few weeks (the real test will be over winter).The NOCO comes with two options for hooking it up to the battery: directly via small alligator clamps, or indirectly via a cigarette-lighter DC outlet.I do have a gripe with the product though. It's clearly meant to be permanently mounted, judging by the included screws and the mounting holes in the corner. In that case, the included cable isn't very long, since you would presumably have to mount this somewhere that gets sun and then run the cable to your battery, which is more than likely indoors. If you're hooking it up via the DC outlet, then you have no included way to mount this without running a cable from the outside of your vehicle to the inside.*EDIT 3/29/14: So I had a spare mostly-charged power chair battery lying around at the end of the season, and as a test I hooked the NOCO up to it (had to use an extra wire between the battery and the panel since the included cord is somewhat short), made sure the panel was in good sunlight, and left the battery in the tool shed all winter (roughly September to March in New Jersey). The battery was working in late October but was dead when I tested it last week. I'm not particularly surprised, and it was nothing a few minutes on a powered charger couldn't fix, but I wanted to make sure that info got out there in case that was anyone's anticipated use (though, to be fair, NJ isn't exactly the sunniest state; in the Southwest you might have better luck).
The build quality is good. The included cables are of nice gauge and quality. The clamps are nice and strong. But 2.5w just doesn't offer much of anything. Go with the higher rated model for sure. It's nice and compact and easy to mount with screws or the included suction cups. Seems durable, but it's still got glass on it, so it's not indestructible. It seems like it should survive any accidental drops, but if it hits just right, for sure the glass will crack. Overall, it's just ok, given the wattage. But for what it is, 4 stars seems fair. Certainly doesn't cost much, but then, it doesn't offer much either.
This solid unit is easy to use. The wires are a little flimsy, and could use an upgrade, but the unit itself it very nice. This charger is definitely for maintenance purposes only, and not for emergencies, but it's great to keep in the trunk of your car, or outside the house. I plan on mounting mine outside for the summer to keep the small power tools and lawn mower charged. Definitely worth the money.
Like many, our tractor and other lawn products sit all winter without being started. Not every season but often enough we have had to take the battery out to be charged at Sears or somewhere else. Or they are sluggish when starting up in the spring. This solar charger is a good solution to priming the battery before start-up.While I wouldn't keep it out all winter I did use it to juice up our tractor this spring. It was very easy to attach (like any set of clips for a battery) and I placed the solar panel in the sun and let it sit for a few days.When I went to start the tractor, it almost didn't turn over (uncommon, without using the charger) so for a second, I was afraid I had actually drained the battery instead of charging it.But then it roared to life. Yeah!I had some concerns though. This is a glass solar panel (I'm not sure it could be anything else) so I was concerned that it would fall over or get knocked over and break. I'm not sure there is any way around this but it is difficult considering that it sits outside. I know it can be mounted somewhere for a more permanent placement which could keep it safer but finding somewhere that gets enough sun and is the right angle can prove difficult.Additionally, the cables are short. So you have to have your motorized vehicle close which usually means having it sit outside (hence not wanting to leave the unit and tractor outside all winter).A nice unit with some limitations.
I've been using this to trickle power to my marine batteries and it seems to work quite well. I did a lot of research on this topic a while ago and found out that as long as you have 5W or less (this one is 2.5W) then you do not need a charge controller to maintain the battery.BatteryMINDer Charger-Desulfator - 12 Volt, AGM Batteries, Model# 2012-AGM, which I use when my batteries are mostly run down. I use the solar charger and the BatteryMINDer with the 12V GEL Marine batteries that I use for my RV (I used to also have a boat and trolling motor). Anyways, one cool feature about the solar charger is that if I run the battery all the way down, the BatteryMINDer does not recharge it. It reports an error condition. However, if I put the solar panel trickle charger on that same battery for a day, then I can use the BatteryMINDer to fully recharge the battery. I imagine that the solar panel would eventually fully recharge the battery too, but I haven't actually tested that. Still, the solar charger is a good way to keep your batteries in good shape and topped off.
The solar panel came neatly packed and included a decent instruction manual.  The connectors have rubber skins on them to prevent accidental short circuiting.  I tried it out on my car battery and on a hobby 12V 7Ah battery.  Both worked great. The charger is rated at 2.5W max, 180mA, 15-22V in full sun.  I measured 22V as advertised.  The charger is really just a battery maintainer because it puts out so little amps, but that is what I need it for.It has a nice compact size and is lightweight (9.2"x9.2", 1.8lbs).  The suction cups are cool for mounting on the inside of a window.  One of my cars has power at the 12V outlet with the key off and the other doesn't.  No power equals no solar charge as well.  The manual says "If your 12V plug connector does not operate while your vehicle is off, you can charge and maintain your vehicle through the OBDII connector.  You can purchase this accessory online at batterylife.com".  I checked the website, but no mention of the OBDII connector.  I sent an email to the company and 2 weeks later, no response.The manual says "For extra waterproofing and to extend the life of the panel, use a silicone bead around the edges of the inside frame."  I decided to do this and used some masking tape to get a clean look.  It would have been nice to come that way from the factory.
This solar panel is designed to maintain an already charged small battery.  Right now we are using this on the motorcycle and its working great.  We plan to take this on our next trip to maintain power for the battery backup and I'm looking to use this to power the cell phones & ipad.  Nice unit, works well, and is well made.
We have a small truck that rarely gets used anymore, but when we need it, it sure is nice to have it.  I've gone to multiple times to start it only find that it barely cranks or it doesn't start at all.  I've set this battery charger so that it is facing outside the windshield and will collect a great deal of sunlight from a southerly direction.  I plan on leaving it there except for when I need to use the truck.  It plugs into the cigarette lighter and will slowly charge the battery.It appears to be well constructed and I really like that 4 plastic suction cups were included.  It makes it easy to adhere it to the windshield so I don't need to find something to support it.  And we also have a 12 volt battery to an old riding lawnmower so I may actually have to buy another one for it.Great idea using free energy (solar) to charge a battery.  I have several different types of solar chargers and this is among my favorites.  The charger is about the size of a square, single layer cake pan.
It's hard to tell how this is going to work out in the long run but I checked the output with a voltmeter and it was as stated. It comes with holes for permanent mounting but I think I'm going to mount it on a piece of marine plywood so I don't have to puncture the roof on my trailer. I used the pigtail connector to my trailer battery but you could also leave it on the dashboard of a car and use the cigarette lighter jack supplied. I will update as soon as camping season gets underway.
First impressions:The unit appeared to be solid, and it was easy to use. One thing it was missing was some sort of indicator light that showed that it was charging. The instructions stated to just use a voltmeter, but it would be easier to have this built into the unit.After first use:We set up the solar panel in direct sunlight and connected it to my husband's dirtbike battery that needed charging. The process was easy, but we found that the charging process was slow. That being said, it worked well and fully charged the battery with some time.Final Thoughts:It would be nice if the wires were a bit longer in case you wanted/needed to mount the panel in a higher location. We feel this would be a great unit for when you're out camping/riding and want to make sure your battery is charged during your down time.Obviously, there is no storage for the solar panel, so you can only charge when there is good sun.Overall, my husband was very happy with this unit.
With only a little under half an amp of current available under direct sun, this panel won't bring a dead battery up to full charge, but it's just the thing for maintaining a car that isn't driven regularly- if you leave the car outdoors. I typically only buy a new car every 8-10 years, and keep the old car as a spare. A panel like this is a lot more convenient than periodically starting the engine, or running a cord from the house or garage to a charger tucked in under the hood.  The instructions say that the panel should be capable of doing a full charge on batteries up to 20 amp-hours in capacity, and to test that I've currently got mine on the battery of my scooter, which has been sitting in the garage all winter without a charger. I'm thinking this might also be useful for charging batteries on mobile electronics, like cell phones and iPods.Overall construction looks reasonably solid, and four wood screws are included in the package, suggesting the user might screw it to an outside wall or the roof of a shed. I'm thinking it would be a good way to keep the rechargeable battery in a game camera in the woods topped off, too. Amateur radio licensees might consider it for powering a low-power remote repeater. At the asking price, it's inexpensive enough to buy one just to experiment with.
Older Airstream trailer, this keeps the battery topped off just fine. Trailer jack, lights, radio and panel all have full power.
But I will review it as is.  The rain should be gone for the weekend so I can see how much it will charge.  With the rain we have been having, it's only a partial charge and not a fair review but I have to leave a review.  Lovely days ahead in S. La, so I'm hoping for a full charge this weekend to update my review.
I picked up the NOCO BLSOLAR5 Solar Battery Charger for the 2 12-volt batteries we use for our portable electric fence. The fence is out in our pasture for our sheep and there is no electricity out there. So I had to walk out with the fresh battery from the house, exchange it with the dead battery out in the pasture, and then lug the dead battery back to the house and plug it into the charger.This solar charger made that process a whole lot easier. I attached the solar panel to a wooden post and use it to charge one battery while the other is in use. I usually get 3 days on each charge, so by the time one battery is dead or running low, the other is fully charged and ready to go.The NOCO BLSOLAR5 saves me time and I love it. Great product - built well, too, so I am sure it will last for years.
First, let me start off by stating that this is an un-bias review, I purchased this product from amazon, unlike many of the Amazon Vine product reviewers.Being an automotive technician with an engineering background, I can not for the life of me recommend this product to the general consumer. Make no mistake, as others have claimed, the build quality of this Item is great, but aside from the rest of the reviews, there is one aspect I haven't seen covered that MUST be addressed:The output voltage is way too high for any automotive installation application. after installing the solar array, I decided to take some readings to see what kind of output I was receiving, before finishing the install.First sunny day of April, 74degrees, and located in TN:Voltage: 24.2v in direct sunlightAmpere: 0.3Most 12v systems recharge at a voltage range between 13.2-14.7v via the alternator, or battery charger, Hooking this device in with a 24v output (even at low amps) can cause the battery to over-charge, the ecu to throw an over-voltage check engine code, or even worse, fry the ECU.devices such as lawn mowers, trolling motors, four wheelers, tractors, etc, that may not use or monitor battery voltage may be better suited for use with this, although I would not recommend charging even those batteries at such a high voltage.
I feel like I should dock them a star for using the word "charger" in the title but what do I know?  I suppose a maintenance charge is still a "charge".  Just realize that the purpose of this device is to maintain your battery -- to keep it from losing charge naturally from sitting idle.  The smaller one, which I have, doesn't even output .2 amps and even the larger one is under half an amp so it's literally just a trickle of energy.  The idea is you keep your emergency power battery (or scooter battery or whatnot) charged up over long periods of disuse, by mounting this solar panel somewhere and leaving the battery hooked to it.It's waterproof so you can leave it outdoors.  It's very simple to hook up and comes with what you need to mount it and connect your battery.  You'll have to wait a year (or a few months anyway) before I can really tell you how well it kept the battery charged but for now I can say the quality looks good!
For the price, the NOCO BLSolar2 Battery Charger/Maintainer would be worth trying if you have vehicles that sit for a long time between use. For me, I have a riding lawn mower that sits a long time between use and every single time my husband has to charge the battery to get it going. This was the main reason I picked up this device. Living in sunny Florida, I'm hoping this will work to my advantage too.The setup is quite easy and NOCO give you the option between battery connectors or a 12V lighter plug connector your car. You also get suction cups and mounting screws, if so needed. The connectors have caps to protect it when not in use.It took me a few scant minutes to connect the solar panel to the lawn mower. I then covered the mower and moved the solar panel to a sunny spot. Time will tell how well this device works and I will come back to update with the information.Right now, for the price, it's build quality, and ease of use I give the NOCA Battery Charger/Maintainer 5 stars. However, since I don't know how well it works yet, I'm pulling it back to 4 stars until further notice.
2.5 Watt charger:I put my Fluke meter on this to check the actual output:17.5 VDC - constant.35 to .9 watts - varies with lightI'm in the Midwest - Chicago, and it's winter. We're marginal when it comes to solar power use - not enough sun.  For a trickle charge this is fine - it's better than nothing. But if you need more than a couple of watts and are not in a sunny location, then you'll need a more powerful charger. The 5 watt version may give you 2 watts in bright Midwest sun. This one only provided a max of .9 watts.As for attaching to your car - almost all auto power plugs/outlets/lighters power down when the auto us not running. So plugging this into your "lighter" will do no good. It does include small battery clamps, but if you use the clamps, how in the world will you get the other end inside the car where the solar panel is? This would be a major project for most vehicles. You obviously don't want to stick this on the hood of your car - it will be stolen pretty quickly.If your "lighter" is always on (plug in your GPS, charger, etc and see if it stays on), this is ideal.  If you're in a secure lot, this is also good. This lower power unit would be good for smaller batteries - motorcycle, electric trolling motor, boat, etc.  For an auto, you'll need the larger unit.It includes four suction cups that hold VERY well, and four screws for a more permanent attachment.  The screws and suction cups use the same holes.  Looking at the quality, I would think this would sell for $50.  I'm going to see how it works on my solar landscaping lights this summer.Currently it sits on the roof of our house and keeps a motorcycle battery charged. I use this battery to power a motion controlled light on the deck. Plenty of battery life and the panel keeps it topped off.
Put this on a skid steer out back ( Bobcat) and placed a piece of plexiglass on the suction tubes to water proof it a bit since it is out side
Only had this unit in operation for a couple of weeks maintaining my RV batteries but it's keeping them charged at what my meter tells me is a "full-Level".  I installed the unit on the roof using the supplied stainless steel screws so it gets full sun.  Installation was relatively quick and easy.  Of course running the charging wires to the battery was a chore as it's a distance from the roof to the battery but that's expected since the charge wires also had to be extended to get from the panel to the battery.  The true test will be in a few months after the unit has been in the summer sun for a while.Four stars only because the unit needs further testing before a full evaluation can be given.I'll update ths review in the fall or if there's a change.Update 9/6/2013:  The unit spent the summer keeping my RV batteries charged.  It's still working just fine.
This is an excellent solar battery charger for those situations where power is not readily available or inconvenient. It is well made and high quality. It is also the latest solar cell technology where it does not require clear sunlight but can charge even on cloudy days. It can also handle bright sunlight and hot Summer days along with rain. It is weatherproof and rust resistant. Overall one of the better solar battery chargers. There are some things to consider when using this solar battery charger. It only outputs 5 watts which is about 410ma or 1/2 amp DC and that is a on a sunny day. So don't expect this solar charger to restore a run down or drained battery, it does not provide enough power. It will be good for those vehicles/boats/atvs that have on-board computers (like engine computers) or other electronics that draw a current from the battery even when shutoff. Our boat draws about 50-100ma even when shutoff and if you don't use it or charge it for a week or two then the battery will get low. This solar charger is a great way to handle that discharge and then you don't have to worry about a leaving your boat/etc for a long period unattended. With small batteries (like with ATVs, motorcycles and similar) you might have to worry about overcharging although not likely since this solar charger only works during the daytime. Overall an excellent and quality solar battery charger that can be very useful.
I haven't had this long enough to know if it's going to add life to my ride on mowers' battery life or not.  However, since I've hooked it up, the mower seems to be turning over better then it used to when it had sat for a few weeks.  So it seems the trickle charge is keeping the battery topped up.  This unit is weather resistant, but not weather proof.  I mounted it flat on the side of my shed, under an eave.  It gets great Sun all day, and is out of the rain, unless it's raining sideways (which happens here.)
This is my first experience with a solar panel which may be a good unit to start out with. Documentation states that it is specifically for charging all types and amps of led acid batteries but 12 volt: There are a few FAQs on their website but not much else.It is glass so if you drop it it will probably shatter. But once mounted it shouldn't be a problem unless someone throws a rock at it.Even though it is supposed to be weather proof, the instructions say to caulk around the edges to help prevent water from getting in.It has two types of connectors: alligator type clips and accessory/cigarette lighter adapter. It also comes with mounting screws and 8 feet of wire.There is no way of telling how the charge is going. My AC trickle charger at least has a red and green light to indicate the process. Hooking a voltmeter up is fun to watch it change as you tilt the panel so I know it is working.The FAQs state while low it is possible to overcharge and there is no protection against that.It was easy to hookup to my car battery but I plan to get a small battery and use it for a light in our garden shed which is a long extension cord from the house. From there the possibilities are endless.
This is a great item and is well worth the low price.  In an emergency this is great thing to have.  It works great for keeping English cars happy too.
The NOCO Solar Battery Charger works well to keep charged 12V batteries maintained. The 180 mA charge is not sufficient to charge a battery, but is sufficient to keep it from discharging.The solar panel is well built, not too large at 10" x 10", and provides multiple mount options - suction cups or you can screw it in permanently.I had a perfect opportunity to try it on a friend's boat which was just out of the boat motel for the spring. We suction cupped the NOCO to the windshield and connected it, on an overcast day, to an uncharged battery and got about a 1.5 Amp rise in the battery. We then charged the battery and left the NOCO connected for the next 2 weeks. The NOCO did an excellent job maintaining the battery at full charge. The NOCO is an excellent product for an infrequently used vehicle. Over the summer, we plan to go fishing about twice a month and we can be assured that we will have a fully charged battery.The cigarette power adapter charger seems like a great idea, but I do not have a "live" outlet in the car to test it out.I am excited about the product and once the summer is over will try to see if I can re-purpose the solar panel for other projects.
This is a well-made quality item in that the cables and fitments seem of high quality as is the unit itself.This is not really a charger for your car battery, it's more of a maintainer. If you will not be driving your vehicle for a while, and it's parked outside, or you park near a window, you can use this to keep the battery from not draining down. Most modern day cars have some drain just by nature of all of the electronic devices that are powered all the time, not to mention alarms. If you don't drive for a few weeks, the battery may be drained. Using this device can solve that issue.It's nice that this comes with both the lighter port plug as well as direct battery terminal plugs includes. Some other ones do not come with both.
This solar powered tender and charger is considerably bigger than the picture suggests. At around 18&#34; around it may look at place on top of a shed or in the yard. Do take into account the size.But it's very well made and it was showing a charge even in doors. Unfortunately this brings up my biggest complaint. It comes with a cigarette adapter and clips but... No stock tender connector. This means in all likelihood you will have to expose the battery on a motorcycle and hook up directly. Perhaps theres a peripheral connector available but I haven't checked.So the unit works, it's priced right and does what it says on the box. Just shame they missed out the most important connector for bikers.  One star off for that but otherwise great!
The unit is slightly larger than I envisioned (about 10" x 10") and seems to be of decent build quality. Despite the claim, I'm not sure how well it will stand up to years in the sun. The accessories (cables) are of better quality than I expected.It can be easily mounted with screws, the included suction cups (such as to a car window), or just propped up against something. It has an 8 foot cord to allow placement of the cell away from your battery. It comes with a set of clamp-on connectors (like jumper cables) and a connector for charging through a cigarette-lighter-style 12V port.On a clear and sunny February afternoon, I hooked up a voltmeter to the output and it is generating the peak rated 22V at 150 milliamps.If you are unfamiliar with these devices, they are not meant to power your devices directly, you use this to charge the battery that feeds your devices. I use it to charge a 12V tractor-mower size battery that I use to power camping gear (lanterns, DVD players).4 stars for build quality and utility, with a bonus star for its bargain price. 5 stars.UPDATE: taking it down a star since the build quality wasn't quite as high as I had hoped. After a very short life, it was knocked this off the workbench in my garage by my cat and the glass shattered into a thousand pieces.
Easy to put up. WWorks well. Needs at least 9 hours sunlight to do its job. Be careful because there is glass.Best for smaller conventional lead acid batteries. An AGM battery probably does not need it.5 stars from me.
I had little or no expectations about this product as to what kind of power it can provide for a 12v battery in a 1 sq ft footprint.I have not used it for my car, but I am using it as a  battery backup for my NFS, DSL Model to ensure 100% uptime.  The way I have wired it is to use a car battery, a 110v inverter and this solar charger and I have let the solar charger let hang over the window with both the wires coming through the window and charging the battery.  The battery is wired to a inverter and then to the power supply which powers my internet accessories.It has been a month and so far, I have not had any issues with this.Overall, at the current prices - it is a great deal and it works pretty well.
I have a wireless webcam which I was hoping to use in the yard.  With a 12 volt gel cell and a voltage converter to step down to USB (5V)  (I used something like thisMotorola Vehicle Power Adapter micro-USB Rapid Rate Charger) and a water resistant tub, I was able to set the camera out in the yard.Having measured the current draw at 220 mAh, (12v) I'm probably good on the gel cell - currently using 7.2AH like this: (UPG UB1272 - AGM Battery - Sealed Lead Acid - 12 Volt - 7.2 Ah Capacity - F1 ...On a decent day it will provide 200 mA but with clouds it drops to 120-130 mANote that the solar panel can deliver 410 mA but I've yet to get an accurate reading since the voltage is a lot higher (~15-18) and the load I'm applying affects the draw.  Can't tell the actual charge level of the battery but it hasn't died so far in a week's testing....
These make the clunky, wind-up "blind" style obsolete.Don't be discouraged if, initially, when popped out of their bag, they are reluctant to stick well on the glass. It takes a little time for them to relax, stretch out and flatten. Once in place, they are easily peeled off and repositioned.The absolute best feature is how, when accidentally lowering the rear window, they "snap" away from the glass as the window starts to make its way down, alerting you to your mistake. Then when winding the window back up, they reattach themselves in place - brilliant.
A couple of decades ago when I was a kid, I remember my parents' green-plaid luggage.  It was heavy.  Since I was the only son, my dad and I were the ones that had to carry all of the luggage by the handles - this is before the genius idea to put wheels on luggage!  I actually don't think they put wheels on the actual luggage until the 90's, why didn't they think of that 20 years earlier??  It would have made those family trips a lot easier that's for sure.These Brica pop-open static cling window shades are great.  They've been installed for a few weeks now and have not fallen down.  Before that, we had these bulky suction cup shades that were a bit temperamental.  The suction cup ones also don't like when you roll down the window when you forget to take the shade off.I've accidentally rolled down the window (a  little) a couple of times with the Brica static-cling shades and they are very adaptable, they will bend, yet still stay "static-clinged".  This gives us the flexibility to crack the windows as needed, and not have to keep putting it back up like with the suction cup types.Static-cling has been around forever, almost as long as "wheels" - why didn't someone think of this earlier for our first-born?  Genius (and relatively recent) ideas like wheels on luggage and static-cling baby shades is why I still keep the faith and that maybe one day I become a billionaire with some great new idea no one else has thought of.
These window shades are the easiest to use and they work great.  They block out the glaring sun, but the kids could still see the scenery as we drove along.  They are very lightweight and cling to the windows without slipping or falling off.  When we arrived back home I just pulled them off the windows and put them back in the bag where they will be ready for next time.  These shades left no marks or smudges on the windows either. I love the Brica 2 Count Pop Open Cling Window Shades.
Approx $8 at Amazon PRIME the Brica 2 Count Pop Open Cling Window Shades are flimsy, yet get the job done. You cannot open or close the back windows while using, or they will fall off. Overall and helpful product at a reasonable price.
I have a VW Vanagon Camper.These are working out well.Just press them to the window and you have shade for the area of glass.I can partially close the curtains and still see out but still have privacy.I need to get a few more.
Solid feel and good sprayer. Easy to fill up and use right away. A good partner with any gallon sized car products.
Very nice bottles for mixing chemicals at home. It is much better to buy concentrated liquids and mix your own based on the ratio you prefer.These bottles have quality nozzles and are built from quality plastic. The bottles feel sturdy and are not cheaply made. To top it all off, the bottles have dilution ratios on the side for quick mixing.The only thing I wish was that these were a tad cheaper.
I gave it 4 stars because the only minus I see in the bottles is that they drip from where you attach the sprayer to the bottle when you tilt the bottle. Even when you tight the sprayer to the bottle is still drips which is not a big deal for me because its only a few drops.
So much better than the more expensive &#34;Garden Treasures&#34; spray bottles found at the local hardware store!  The GT bottles leak from the nozzle when you shake them and implode the body of the spray bottle as you spray unless you leave the neck loose to allow air in.  The Chemical Guys sprayer has neither of those problems, shoots a straight spray 3 times as far, and makes a much larger mist spray.There's a nice &#34;blank form&#34; on the side of the bottle with spaces to write in the product name, ingredients, flammability, and many other characteristics.  Labels are in English and Spanish.  There's also dilution ration marks from 1:1 to 5:1 but oddly no fluid volume marks.  All of the markings on the bottle are under a clear plastic sticker so are much less likely to get rubbed off like is happening to the markings on the GT sprayer after only a few months of light use.As other reviewers warn, the nozzle inside the CG spray bottle doesn't reach all the way to the bottom.  Some consider this a flaw, but it's made that way to avoid picking up gunk that settles to the bottom that will clog the sprayer.
These are by far the best sprayers we've ever used.  We use them daily in the brewery.  Had them for about a month now and they're still going strong.  Ordering backups soon just in case.
These bottles are sturdy and well made.  I use them to hold diluted products that I pour from a gallon jug.  I've only used them for a few washes so far, but they look like they will hold up well.  I'm sure cheaper bottles work just as well, but I don't regret paying a little extra for these.  If you're debating between the 16 oz and 32 oz, I recommend these over the 16 oz, which you'll end up refilling too often.  These are obviously bigger but still comfortable to use.
These are some of the best spray bottles I've tried.  They prime easily, and the ergonomics are good.  It seems like most sprayers eventually lose their prime or end up with a sticking valve, but that is not the case with these sprayers.
The bottles on chemicalguys.com are $6.99 a piece which is crazy. For $12.96 a pack of 3 is a good deal. The bottles are high quality and have the dilution ratios on the side. These are a must for detailers and enthusiasts.
I got fed up with spray bottles from another vendor who says their sprayers are the &#34;finest&#34;. They would last a few months and quit working, leaking fluids all over my hand in the process. For much less money, these seem to be better quality. I'll let you know in a few months if they last.
I need another set.  I used these for bulk purchases of care care products.  Much cheaper in the long run and these work well.
Very durable spray bottles. Sharpie friendly and uv protectant.
These are solid spray bottles!I have been mixing my products for cleaning my car improperly and these are perfect. They have a sticker with the proper dilution to pour product. These are pricey but honestly they will last as they are chemical resistant and should not melt of go back with degrease products.
I chose these sprayers for their chemical resistance. I used this acid wheel cleaner in it, which works very well for cleaning wheels. Since it's slightly acidic, I wanted a robust sprayer. This sprayer worked the first time, but when I tried to use it a week later, it was completely clogged. What a piece of crap for this price point.
These are the greatest thing since sliced bread if you want your car to dry spotless.  I live in a coastal area with very hard water.  It is essential that water not be allowed to just air dry on your car.  Before, I was using oversized bath towels to wipe down my car and was having to constantly wring the water out.  With this, all you need is a small towel to finish the job and I don't ever have to wring it out.  The squeegee gets 95% of the water without marking up your paint.If there is any negative to this, it's that it doesn't do well on rounded body parts.  It does its best work on the broad panels of sheet metal and glass.  But that's OK.  That's why I use a small towel to finish the job off.
This is the first one I've used, so I can't compare it to other brands, but I love it!  It's big and clears the water off the car very quickly.  It doesn't work as well for curved panels or tight spaces, but for big, flat panels, it's perfect.
Nice size to keep in my truck with a microfiber towel for whenever I happen to visit a car wash. Does not scratch and removes water with ease
I had a really old squeegee that worked better.  It bit the dust and thought this would be better.  It leaves too much water behind.  Going to try a Ettore all-purpose 12"Update: I am now using the Ettore 17012 All-Purpose Squeegee, 12-Inch.  It works great and is cheaper.
Works perfectly! Only reason I did not give it a 5 star rating was of the feel, this water blade feels a bit cheap. So far, it has not fallen apart.
While I have not yet used, it is part of my traveling repair kit as friends recommend it.
I see now that there would not be any plug or adapter for my sewer connections that this would not work on.No more had to leave the adapter at a campsite because I could not get it out.
I purchased this for a cleanout plug at our local restaurant.  It was a simple PVC plug with a recessed fitting.  I thought this tool would be great since we couldn't get it open... I was wrong.  First, due to the fact that it was literally in the floor the tool needed to be manipulated and reshaped.  I did this by bending the plastic after heating it up first with a heat gun.  I allowed the plastic to cool for about 15 minutes assuring it wouldn't be soft.  Now that it had the right shape I inserted the end into the recessed fitting in the plug only to find that neither side was a great fit.  One end was way too large, the next was about right but due to rounded corners made the product slide out and essentially warp/strip the fitting.I believe at least one, if not both of the other reviews as of April 24th are BS reviews... I tried this on simple PVC, I couldn't imagine this thing opening a brass plug that has any tightness and perhaps even seizure to it.  I finally wound up getting it open since it was PVC by taking my 20.00 heat gun to it, softening the plug at the threads and prying it out with a flathead.  Which was so quick and easy I wish I did this in the first place!
works great especially for me in my rv going from campground to campground. I have had plenty of trouble trying to open the sewer cap
I have not tried this out , but can see it helping out on older plumbing .Should beat using pipe wrenches. Lets all get one
We filter our water twice coming into our RV, first with these at the tap and then on-board the RV. buying them 4 at a time is very economical.
I have used this filters for years, they seem to last one year of good camping.  The are always at a cost of around $17 dollars plus or minis.  If you buy these at $ 37.41 for a four pack that comes out to $9.35 each.  That's not to shabby, I have seen them at the camp ground stores going as high as $25.  Each
I like the idea of having a four-pack as I had purchased a single for half the price of what four cost me. As I do a lot of camping, having a water filter is a must as you never know how good the water is - these filters takes the guess work out of the equation.A single filter comes with a flexible hose which I would recommend and if your hose inlet is flush with the side of the camper/trailer etc. a right angle elbow connection is a good idea too.
I have been using these filters every time I fill the main tanks and it never tastes like plastic or ever tastes bad. will continue to use for years. However don't let filter freeze or it ruins it.
I have using these for a nub of years now and they do work well, this is the best price I have found. I have been buying 1 at a time for almost twice as much. they came very fast and will be used on my next trip.
I use these with Klasse all in one to remove light scratches and other paint marks that happen in the door sills of my cars from shoe marks etc. Washed after use and it's still like new, this 12 pack will last a lifetime for the casual car care hobbyist!
these are nifty, using them with wheel gel and these are a great applicator
These work well for applying wax, sealant or even bug/tar remover. Just be sure to wash them properly in order to keep them nice.
This is a great product for applying wax and sealant on your car.  Since it is microfiber, you don't have to worry about scratching or harming your paint.  Easy to wash and lasts long.
Great to have in the detailing arsenal!! I use these for wheels to dashes, good pack to have so you have one for all things!
I bought these micro pads when I bought my big detailing kit and after a few uses I think overall they work pretty good and do hold a good amount of compound but the only draw back that I'm seeing is that the pads tend to hold on to dirt and their a little hard to get clean after washing. Only draw back that I see but overall I think that they work better then others on the market.
I use these to apply tire shine gel to my tires and to clean the trim around my windows.  I throw them in the washer with my other microfibers and they clean up pretty well.  Soft but sturdy.
These pads seem to be durable.I used one 4 times already to test them out and they held up fine.There easier to hold than the round flat ones.They cost less than $1.50 each so I think I got my money`s worth out of the first one. It still has another 1 or 2 uses left.Your paying $11.00 for 8 so if you get 4 uses and throw them away I say that's a good deal.After each use I wash them with a little Dawn and Tide so that definitely helps prolong the life of the pad.
These worked GREAT!  I was using some high end Two step sealer and wax. One for each, and when I was all done..I washed them and they look brand new.  Using these to apply wax was much better than an old folded wash cloth.
These pads are a pretty decent value, however they don't retain their shape during use.  It would be nice if the internal foam block held its shape better (or at least returned to its original shape)
These are Great. I purchased these with the Butter Wax, and I love these wax pads. Easy to use, and are washable.
These microfiber sponges are good for using on leather, interior, and exterior. Not sure how long they will last. They are kind of hard to clean as well so keep track what you put on which one.
I brought this product to apply only glaze and it did a nice work !! I think that it is not a good product when use with wax or another produt who require force because it loose their shape very fast.
They were cheap and part of a larger order so no real complaints. I doubt I would make a special order out of them but probably tag them in on another larger purchase. I found some round ones, grey microfiber with a pocket for your fingers, somewhere and I prefer those for sealants. Once the car is all slick after sealing these seem to do better, less catching and dragging.
Great budget-friendly item to add to the garage arsenal. Microfiber wrapped around medium foam. Works great for sealants and wax application. I used them with liquid wax, and I love that they don't absorb 50% of what you're trying to apply to a surface - like standard foam pads do. You want a bit on the applicator, but enough to prime it so it spreads easier.If you use liquid products with these, be sure to give them a good pre-soak in hot water and microfiber detergent to break down the wax/sealant. I also like to wash these separately from microfiber towels - especially the ones you dry or clean windows with. These will hold a lot of product which can and most likely will, spread to the rest of everything in the wash.I use a little bit more microfiber detergent in a small (hot water) load, let it wash half way through the cycle, then stop it so it can soak for 10-15 minutes, and then let it finish on it's own. If you use a dryer, make sure you do it on low heat.AND ABSOLUTELY NO FABRIC SOFTENERS, that includes dryer sheets. Stay awayyy!
These are perfect for any vehicle washing project.  My husband is fanatical about cleaning all his toys after use & these work on them all.  Nice size for tight spaces, yet not too small for the larger projects.
Perfect product! Great for cleaning and applying waxes, protectants and cleaners.
These are not bad for the price and you get 8 of them so even though they don't last that long, this seems like a pretty good deal.I definitely like the fact that they are microfiber rather than cotton.
I use these to apply wax, they work like a champ. Not much to say but the review has to me so many words. Many purchases from Chemical Guys and have never been disappointed.
I bought one of the Chemical Guys Waffle Micro fiber cloths and it was awesome,but when you go to wring it out the shear size (25&#34;x36&#34;) made it very hard to get a good wring out.Their towel did almost 80% of my car, 2 from those would be an alternative.or 1 of these and 1 of the ABSORBER brand cloths.I give this product A and it is worth every penny!As an Alternative  - I recommend the &#34;Absorber&#34;  to anyone who has bitched about drying their car.I used that product and was blown away buy how well it absorbed and better yet the wring out was so easy,3 folds and a twist and 90% of the water was out!
I bought this to dry off my car (2013 Dodge Dart) because I was sick of using so many small microfibers to dry. This works very well and attracts so much water. Just remember TO WRING OUT OFTEN. This sucks up all the water, so if you wring it out every few panels, the towel will be ready to go again. I always finish with a clean, small microfiber for cracks and drips etc. Pop this in the washer and dryer and it is good to go. Nice size, but a large vehicle may require two.
This towel can dry almost my entire car by itself. I utilize this and then 2 small microfibers--one for the drips and one for the jams. It works great and keeps my car swirl free!
This is a good towel but may not be enough for one whole car.  I would recommend having at least two towels to dry your car.  It is a well built towel and doesn't seem to harm the paint.  Chemical Guys has made good products and I will continue to purchase their products.
so far. I've machine washed and dried it(just until slightly dampon low heat) twice. It's held up. I've used it once and was impressedby the amount of water it holds and is still able to dry my mid size SUV.I think I squeezed it out 2 or 3 times during the drying process. Lovethe large size. I would buy it again. A great value IMO.
Maybe just the best microfiber towel I've ever purchased. I'll definitely be buying more of these. Wish I could get a deal on them somewhere, but, they are worth the price.
These towels are excellent! This towel has got me away from using a shammy. I love how this isnt rock hard to start and soakes up everything. Throw in the wash for a quick clean and done! Love it!
I have a cheap waffle towel I purchased at a local retailer that left marks on my car when it was used. This one is super soft, super absorbent, and an absolute dream to use. No marks - I'm very happy. About to order a few more so I can wash both cars without having to re-wash the towel in between uses.
Picks up the water very nicely  thinking about getting another one .  The color is good to see if there is any dirt or grime on it too
If you like big thick microfiber towels, these are not for you. These work very well for what they are. To dry an entire mid-sized luxy sedan it takes 2 entire cloths without ringing them out.
It took a little work to find the right setting for my tire size.  It only goes by diameter.  Once set up, it works great.  Has some other cool features, but no performance tuning options.
This is a simple little unit that works as advertised.  The main function this is purchased for is speed o meter correction.  It allows you to adjust the tire size and/or gearing.  It does that perfectly.  I had to play with that number a little to get my spedo just right, but the Superchips allowed me to do that easily.  If I had the money, I think the upgrade to the Flashpaq would make my Jeep perform better, but this fit my budget and got the job done.
Works well with my Wrangler after applying the software updates. Compared to the AEV ProCal it's much easier to use. The downsides: It appears to clear out the oil change counter when changing gears. It doesn't have the steering wheel centering function that the ProCal has. The directions aren't always clear on when you're supposed to turn off the key, and it tells you to turn on the ignition at times when it already had told you to do so. That said, it does what it's supposed to do, which for me was changing tire size, turning off that annoying &#34;BONK!&#34; when you click the alarm (I do NOT want to annoy my neighbors when I get home late!), and turning on the driving lights while on high beams (legal in California and fills in close to the Jeep while the high beams are shining down the road). So the one star off is just for general annoyance factor, not because it doesn't work.
I bought this to update going from stock 29" tires to 35" on a 2013 JKU. Plugs right in and menus are clear. Instructions are straight forward.
Doesn't do what it promises. That sums it up. This isn't a cheap piece of electronics. I purchased this for ONE reason, which was CLAIMED by Superchips. The ability to turn off the TPMS. This piece of junk doesn't do that. Does it eliminate one electronic &#34;ping&#34; - yes. Was that worth $150? Hell no.They claimed they &#34;were working on it&#34; and it would be fixed. They haven't done so. If your jeep will still throw up the tire light - it doesn't solve the TPMS issue. I don't care about eliminating a single &#34;ping&#34; to the tune of $150.This was the worst purchase I have EVER made for my JK. Because it &#34;locks&#34; to your specific JK it isn't returnable to any store. Superchips should be ashamed they put this piece of trash out to market with the marketing they did. I am sure it does some things well - but if you are ADVERTISING a function that it doesn't have that is a SERIOUS PROBLEM.
this flashcal does what its suppose to and is upgradable to a superflash for 179.99 via internet.  5 stars for me!
The trick to getting it to adhere and protect is indeed to spray it thicker than you think. However-when they say it &#34;lasts about one year&#34;, they mean it slowly degrades over time and looks like paint is peeling off.
Overall, read all the other reviews as I pretty much agree.  Just keep in mind that this is what it says it is.  Thus, it is only as good as the person applying it.  If you read the directions exactly and are steady enough you can have perfect results.  However, if you are not a perfectionist and don't take your time, then it will not work as you expect.  So keep this in mind when buying and using.  Overall, my application wasn't perfect and I've learned a few things from it.  So my next application will be better when it is needed.  In either case, the car/paint is protected and that is all that really matters.
I got this to apply to some sporting goods (not my car) and I'm honestly amazed at the results. The finish is better than the already very good clear coat on the base part. This stuff levels to a glass smooth finish. The application was straight forward and i there was almost no odor, the directions didn't call for a respirator and i thought it was an omission but i don't think there are any VOCs in this stuff. So far the durability of the coating is good with no problems.
Pros:- Good Idea- Detailed InstructionsCons:- Difficult to apply- Not easy to unmask without peelingI masked the area I wanted to spray, sprayed it as the instruction directed, then proceeded to wait. After a long while, I went to unmask it, and had issues with the masking tape trying to peel the coating off with it.It seems like a good product, just be sure to apply it exactly as directed and make sure to have an area available for several hours which is free of any and all debris.
Works so far as advertised. This is an extra can I bought if I needed more paint.3 more words required. Not happening.
the pad cleaner is awesome, a little bit goes a long way.  havent gotten to using all the pads but its a good mix to find out how well your preferred products work with the different pads
Good product on first impression.
great pads for polishing. Helped bring back my cars paint job to a nice mirrored look. However I could not get out the deeper scratches with the most aggressive pad and polish but it did help hide them well. May be user error because this is the first time I polished a car.
This Chemical Guys pad cleaner is number one!  The pads are great, the waffle design helps with the heat and to conform to curvy surfaces.  The yellow pad is outstanding for compounding.
Great kit! This is a must have for someone that needs it all in one package. This with the pad cleaner is the perfect buy!
Although I can't tell the difference (when I used it)...because you can actually use the#2 (orange) Foam pad which is &#34;suppose&#34; to be a cutting pad -It actually seems to becapable of polishing to a decent shine, with just as similar results when compared tousing either the #3 (green) transitioning pad -or- either the #4 (white) polishing pad...But I wouldn't want to continually try and use the #4 (white) polishing pad in conjuctionwith a harsh abrasive/cutting-compound. Due to the #4 (white) being much softer foam.This Chemical Guys (8pc) kit comes with the Chemical guys pad cleaner & rejuvenator.Now...I was the type of person who used regular tap water to clean my microfiber towels,and soaked them overnight to get rid of those saturated stains. Basically, I thought therewas no way in-hell I'm paying an extra $10-$15 bucks when tap water is free with a littleelbow grease. I was so proven wrong. The Chem.guys Pad Cleaner evaporated everysingle stain or smudge on every single microfiber towels I own to include the Hex-Pads.I'm so hooked on Chemical guys product I bought: The (purple) Bare Bones shine (for myundercarriage) and the Fast Carpet cleaner and get this I even bought those (3pk) emptyChem.guys spray bottles. All in all...how it matters for you the user ??BOTTOM LINE...IT EFFECTIVELY PERFORMS AND IT'S A MAJOR TIME SAVER !!Those extra dollars for Chem.guys stuff saves you the time & extra elbow grease to finishthat one specific task your working on... the First Time. Without having to come back to it !!'nuff said. Wham Bamm-Thank-you Mamm !! (...It's Miller time !!)
These micro fiber towels are pretty plush and are a good price, but once you do the drag across your hand test you feel the grabby, scratchy fiber material which may grab and scratch your clear coat. If you are a casual car washer these work, but once you try higher end micro fiber (made in Korea) you will feel the difference and your clear coat finish will be spotless. My mom does love these towels for wiping around the house with surface cleaner on hard surfaces.
After buying these towels i don't see myself buying any other brand towels anytime soon! They are super soft and work very well!
While I was looking for more Griot's Garage microfiber towels, I happen across these & I thought I'd give them  try.The pros:+ $13.61 with free shipping when I bought mine.+ Pretty good customer product reviews.+ Advertized as "extra thick".The cons:- Tags that need to be cutoff.- The "silk banded edges" are overly thick.  I prefer a thinner, hemmed edge.- Not as thick & fluffy as I expected.  In addition, these are fluffy on only "ONE" side?  This was a surprise!Closing thoughts:6 of these cost less than 3 Griot's Garage microfiber towels.  Having used Griot's Garage microfiber towels for years, they're better & as the old saying goes... "you get what you pay for!"I'm not sure I'm even going to use these.  I think they're headed to the donation box...
You'd think that microfiber towels couldn't vary that much, but these are far superior to even the best ones that they sell at auto stores.  These are much thicker and absorbent.  Well worth the money.
You would expect towels this good to cost significantly more than bargain basement towels at a department store or auto parts shop, but they don't.  There is no excuse to spend your money on cheap towels when you can get these at such an affordable price.These are great for any exterior work you need to do, but I use them primarily for the application of detailing spray and wax buffing.  They are plenty absorbent if you choose to use them for drying, but I would recommend purchasing an actual drying towel.Remember to wash them before you use them to get rid of any green funk that might transfer onto your vehicle.
I have been using these towels for a couple of weeks and they do an excellent job.  Contrary to the picture, the towels are an almost florescent yellow that will show up dirt very quickly.  This is as it should be because if you're serious enough about your car's finish to buy theses towels, you don't want to be using a dirty towel on it.The towells have different sides.  One side has a medium high loft and the other side's loft is about half that.  Both side pick up wax pretty well but obviously the side with the higher loft will pick up more wax.The edges of the towels seem very well done as well.I expect that with reasonable care, these towels should be several years of good service.
Super soft, they are the perfect size for a quick detailer spray or cleaning windows and glass. I don't feel like I'm marring my paint with them.
I recently used these microfiber towels when I waxed my car and they were excellent. Worked great for removing the wax and buffing afterward. They are a nice size and very thick, one towel was capable of doing the entire car. I would buy them again.
Like other Chemical Guys products, you get a quality product at a reasonable price. These need to get a quick wash first to remove loose bits(not lint). They spread/absorb quick detail sprays exceptionally well. They are dual sided, one short nap and the other long for versatility. I've washed mine at least a dozen times with no fraying or loss of shape/fluff. These towels do not leave any traces of lint, even on glass which is the main reason I like these so much.
These things are SO PLUSH on one side and tight but SOFT nap on the other side. Best microfiber you can buy and the lime green helps you see the dirt.I own some supreme 530 ones and these are every bit as soft but not as thick. These gordos weigh 2.3 oz each in case anyone was curious.
These are quite possibly the best microfiber towels I have ever owned. Plush, and dense - which is important. It has a really good thickness, which is great for polishing away sealant and wax. I wouldn't use these for drying a car off, but I will use the heck out of them for quick-detail sprays, spray waxes, and removing wax & sealant. They are super good on glass, as well. One side has a long nap, slightly looser side - and the other side is dense, and short napped for removing product.Take care of these, even if they are at a really good price point - you won't be sorry. Use a good detergent such as Chemical Guys (CWS_201_16) 'Microfiber Rejuvenator' Cleaning Detergent.The ONLY thing that I have a complaint about, is the lack of color choices.If you could buy these microfibers in Black, Blue, Red, Yellow, Orange, and white? I'd probably buy at least a dozen of each color. One can NEVER have too many microfibers - and it's nice to separate their usage by color (glass - blue, interior - white, etc). Makes it nice to separate your was load of towels & applicators based on their usage... I can't imagine a half load of used soiled wax removal towels with your best glass cleaning towels. Make sense?I will definitely keep a good supply of these on hand.
These are very nice, very plush drying towels.  They are very absorbent & cleaned up very nice after their first use.
We saw these a few months back on Television and my wife said she wanted them but I didn't fallow through then.  Well after loosing my cell phone, and getting distracted trying to get it, I decided to go find them again and buy them.  After a few minutes search I found them on my trusty Amazon.  As usuall Amazon was the best price so I bouth three sets.I put them in a 2012 Dodge Durango Citadel Ed, 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara Ed, and a 2007 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Ed.  I was skeptable about them staying put on both the jeeps but so far so good.  It is quite a distance down to the &#34;crack&#34; (about 4-6 inches) between the seat cusion and the center console but as advertised I was able to manipulate the Filler to fit and nothing as slide by yet on either of the Jeeps.  On the Durango they fit perfectly and nothing is getting by there.I disagree with a few of the other reviews that you can just buy a piece of foam from a hardware store to make this work.  The &#34;foam&#34; used on these is patented and it actually feal like they are partially air filled.  That will be the test, time due to puncture.  Anyway they work perfectly and do  not detract from any of the interior appearance.Thank you Shark Tank for helping bring this innovative idea to market.
What a great product! Thank you Shark Tank. I picked up a single unit at Walmart for 10.88. That's all I needed. But if you want a pair, Amazon is a great way to go for a few extra dollars.
I bought these recently after keeping a promise made to myself made some 5 years ago.  I own a Dodge Dakota with two nice comfy seats in the cab.  Darn nice truck too, but like a lot of other reviewers on here, it is full of gaps around the seat and the console that swallow up everything dropped down and about there like a black hole.  The result is well known by everyone that has experienced this with their keys, money, cell phone, etc...You on your knees scrounging around down below spewing more than a few cuss words along the way...Anyway, I teased my wife over the years that when the time comes I had dropped something down there for the 500th time, I would find a solution to the problem.  Lo and behold, I figure that the 500th incident just passed on by recently and I declared that event an end to any time on my knees.. (Bypassing naughty words in such incidents will take a might more work).  I also figured that somewhere along the way someone else much more innovative than me had to go beyond being ticked off, and done something constructive about it.  Well these drop stop thingys must be the result of that and trust me, they work great.  They are made up of a nice fat flexible material that squeezes down into all the infernal gaps and what nots in your car, and they can be easily moved, adjusted, and cleaned without any hassle.  Personally I love them and even think they look kinda nice in there.  You squeeze them down in your gaps as neatly or as sloppy as you want and they do the job either way.  One of the best and most convenient purchases I have made in a long time, and I highly recommend them... : )
I saw these drop stops on abc shark tank and thought they were a good idea . The price was so so but fit great and work great. I don't lose my stuff between the seat anymore .
Picked this up for my Acura TSX after dropping my cell phone in the 'impossible to reach' gap between the seat and console several times. This item works perfectly. Soft materials seem to prevent scuffs. Fills the gap nicely. No complaints.
Excellent product and a nice accessory for any Jeep with a receiver hitch. Easy to install and fits perfectly. Would recommend.
I'm not a fan of open and exposed trailer hitch receivers. It looks like you don't care at all (and if you don't, good for you but, I do care) about how your vehicle looks. This solves the problem and it's a &#34;Mopar&#34; product so, you are helping to keep Chrysler in business.I have not had this come open or fall off and it doesn't get in the way of installing the trailer hitch so it is a winner in my book. I suspect that I will continue to use it until somebody steals it.
Great protection and adds a level of class to the vehicle. Protects from rust and dirt. Allows for smooth entry of trailer hitch without binding.
great does what its suppose to do and the JEEP logo is bonus  If you have a jeep and a hitch must buy
A great, durrable product that looks great on the back of any Jeep trailer hitch!!  An added bonus is that you can just pop off the cover as needed and not worry about removing and storing the plug because it stays attached to the trailer hitch.
why isnt this a factory part?  seriously, they didnt include a tow hitch, why not the plug?  a must have for keeping the reciever clean if you dont drive around with a hitch in it, also it looks really good.
This thing looks good and does exactly what it says. It's heavy duty rubber and seems like it should hold up well. I've only had it for a month. I'll update this review if falls apart after some use.
I keep losing these on the road. This one has a saver and attached itself to the bumper very well. Not only that bugs can't get into my bumper.
These caps are designed for both 4&#34; and 4.5&#34; bumpers. But they are made of hard plastic rather than rubber like the others. There are 3 fingers that are supposed to grip the sides of the bumper, but it is just too tight for 4&#34; bumpers.  It would probably work OK for a 4.5&#34; bumper, but they need to make a version specifically for 4&#34; bumpers.This is unfortunate as Camco makes some neat and unique stuff for the RV'er, but this product could use a bit of refinement.
Haven't had a chance to use them yet, but they appear well made and if they don't come out like the previous ones that I had I'll be really pleased.  Don't want to be losing my sewer hose again!
These are wonderful for keeping bees and other insects from making a home in the bumber of the trailer. The original caps for my bumber did not stop bees and wasps from setting up nests and hives in the bumber where the sewer hook-up hose is packed away. These go on very snug so nothing can get past the seals. Now i dont have to worry about my family getting stun or transporting insects from on community to another. Wish they were on the bumber when i had bought it.
Simple yet effective. Took all of 30 seconds to install. they have a nice tight fit compared to the originals that were in the bumper from the factory. I am hoping they keep a good air flow in the bumper to keep moisture from building up and rusting it from the inside.
This is an improvement over the caps that came with my RV.  These fit in SNUG!  There's a bit tough to pull out, especially when wet.  But that's what I need to keep the slinky in.
Not only are they great and stay in place, keep small bugs out and the price is good.  When you take into account the drive to get them, a great savings.
I pulled out the factory OEM bumper caps, stuffed these in.  These are simple and do what they are designed to do -- remain in the bumper, and keep the nasty hornets, wasps, and other insects out, while keeping ventilation.  I don't use the bumper for a sewer hose (although I should stuff one in there just as a backup), but it is one less place that insects can call home now.
These did not come with attaching cables as stated, but I made my own. The product works very well. No more insects.
I had another type of cover in the rear bumper - it sorta fit over the bumper and had a little clip to hold it on.  Well, they didn't last long. I ordered this set - they fit in the bumper and, so far, they have stayed in place.  That is all I ask of them.
I lost my OEM bumper caps on a rough trip down I-10.  These fit alot tighter in the bumper but I added some self tapping screws to make sure they don't go anywhere.  I store my Rhino extension in my bumper and do not want it going anywhere.
Solid and on time, but where the cap says squeeze......I want to meet the man or women that can pull off the cap by squeezing  or maybe I do not..lol! Product solid not flimsy and fits tightly...all pro's  no con's on this item...except squeeze haaha
These grab the bumper better than what came with the RV, and the holes are smaller than the one big finger sized hole in the old ones.
These fit perfectly and the definitely keep bees and wasps out of my bumper. Very clever idea. I recommend them!
First day I brought the new RV home I lost one of the bumper end caps so replaced it with the same only to have the other side fall off allowing my sewer hose to escape somewhere along the road. They where the standard rubbery ones with the square center holes.Replaced end caps with these Camco's and they fit Tight and I won't be losing my sewer hose again. Takes some effort to remove but that's fine.
Haven't gotten to use them yet as replacements. Recently bought the trailer with one missing. Seems like these will do the job fine.
Got these because I lost one and needed to keep the bees out.  I purchased a few other thing that will also helpon my RV.
a must for campers keeps moisture from laying in bumper. the caps allow the bumper to breath and dry out
For best performance, trailer brake controllers need to be accessible to the driver, but still out of the way since they are not needed most of the time during normal driving. Cheaper models seem to be hard to get to when needed, but still somehow in the way when not needed. This controller is split into parts with a digital display that has been made small to put in the driver's line of sight, and other parts that can be tucked away out of sight. It's a clever design, and nicely made, making it worth it though it costs more.
OK, when it comes to vehicles I hate playing with wiring of any kind. Maybe because so many friends are mechanics. I had one of them wire everything up for me.  As for use, it's straightforward.  Automatic braking is inertia activated. The manual over-ride is fully adjustable. I also don't tow a trailer that much - maybe a dozen times a year, so I really don't want all this stuff in the way.  I used velcro on the control and LED display, and tuck them out of the way when not in use.  The control box was mounted on the inside instead of the outside of a panel - again, I wanted it out of the way.Read the instructions, watch the video. You can also find the correct wiring harness on the company website.
The Hopkins 47297 INSIGHT Brake Control Advanced brake control works on trailers with electric or hydraulic brakes, and its' digital power source provides short proof protection for up to eight trailer brakes.  The separate components mount where you want them without drilling, providing for easy installation.
Not for an amateur of course, I have installed things in my car for years ranging from electronics and lighting to engine repairs and the like.  That being said, if you know half of what a typical installer does you should be able to do this easily.  However, if you blow up your car I'm not responsible...  :-)
Most of  my family's vehicles have factory installed DRL (Daytime Running Lights) for safety except our 2003 Infiniti G35.  I was more than happy to give the Sylvania LEDriving PX DRL/Accent Light Kit a try.Likes:>Straightforward installation with the clearly illustrated instructions manual.  Have to be careful to mount the light Control Box away from heat (&lt;176F) and run the wires away from exhausts or other hot components.>Each LED light bar measures 6.29" x .91" and should fit the lower front air inlets of most vehicles' front bumper/air dam.  The lights fit my Infiniti's bumper perfectly.>Pixelated (LEDs form five large pixels/dots for each light bar), white 5200K LEDs look great as DRLs (full intensity) during the day, and as accent lights (50% intensity) when the headlights are on.  Good complement to the OEM HID headlights.>Waterproof constructions with quality, and durable looking materials.>Legal lighting when mounted within the SAE J2087 Legal Mounting Location parameters as shown in the instructions.>Sylvania is a well known manufacturer of quality consumer lighting products.Concerns:>My Infiniti's engine compartment is known to run very hot.  I hope the kit's wiring and light Control Box are able to withstand the high temps. over time.>Long term durability unknown (but LEDs generally have longer service life than halogens or HIDs).Overall:LED automotive lighting technology have been the domain of higher priced luxury vehicles but have gradually trickled down to some average priced vehicles.  Sylvania has provided consumers this simple upgrade LED DRL kit that will improve the safety and esthetics of any non-LED DRL equipped vehicle.
This is a very simple kit to install. The brackets are screwed into the vehicle, wires run to the battery and to a low-beam headlight connection. Then the lights pop into place and you have LED "pixels" for a daylight running light and a reduced power light for in parallel with the headlights. The instructions are clear, and there's a good supply of cable ties to tidy up the wiring. The full kit is nicely put together, though it does rattle a bit in the box, no damage in mine. The price seems high for the pieces/parts that you get, but I think you pay here for the convenience/simplicity. If you can do your own lights from scratch, the kit is too expensive, and if you would have someone else do the work, the kit is inexpensive.
This kit was obviously designed with the novice installer in mind. Easy to follow instructions, simple connections. The lights are slim and very well made - coated aluminum body, acrylic lens, water-proof case and wiring. Plenty of wire so you can position it where you want under the hood. You only need to attach the two lights with the included brackets and screws, run the wires, fasten a small control module, and snap on three wires. All told it took me around 45 minutes. Decently bright and street legal.The kit may seem expensive until you consider the build quality - there's nothing cheaply made here. Sure, you could spend a lot less - but you'll get cheap plastic parts and flimsy connectors, and the parts will stop working after a couple of wet drives in the rain.  Not here - these would probably work underwater!
I was amazed at how easy the instructions were to follow.  I really thought I would have to hire someone to do this project for me. So far so good - the lights seem to work great.  They also look great on the car.
Okay - so you need simple running lights but don't want to splice, cut or solder your existing wiring and just want a simple solution.Well here it is. Each of the two lights are sleek and solidly made and have molex connectors on each one. If you can change a car battery and access your existing front light connections then you can install this kit. Each LED is rated at 5200K - a cool white which is bright and contains SMD type LEDs that last almost a lifetime.Once installed (which obviously will vary in difficulty depending on your vehicle) the lighting is automatic; no extra switches or on/off issues. It all adjusts accordingly based on your car's current status - on/off/high/low etc.Based on the manufacturer's disclaimer these lights are legal for both day and night use - and as pure white there's no reason why they wouldn't be, and they are designed to withstand the worst of the weather and power washing.If your car has spare vents, or an area at the front for forward accent lights then this is the turnkey kit to buy.
I like to experiment with lighting and different types and colors of lights and many times it's difficult to find a good, strong LED kit that is the right shape and size for certain projects.I chose this kit in order to make a kitchen "light bar" that I can set on either the top of my cabinets or the refrigerator.  With a little bit of re-wiring and a transformer (to DC power), this made an excellent choice for putting inside a vented light box made of wood and frosted plexiglass.By putting a switch on the AC-end of the power source to the transformer, I can switch it on and off whenever I want. This light is much stronger than a standard LED or a light "rope" which was a choice I had made on an earlier design with not-so-great results.  However, these units are great, sturdy, very bright and do not create a lot of heat inside the box. Their size make them the perfect choice for a box that measures 2.5 x 2.5 x 18 inches.Makes a handy light to add a nice mood to the kitchen and I'm currently designing a few more of these to add around the house, some with various gels on the inside for different color effects. The bright white light of these "pipes" is perfect!
This was not as easy to install in my 2005 Volvo V70 as I would have liked.  Part of the problem is that the car is already wired for daytime running lights and if I want to switch from day to night mode I need to reconfigure some settings on the car which I was not prepared to do. I may eventually take it in to my Volvo mechanic to sort it out but that's another $60+ for an hour of labor to sort it out.  Hidden costs?Having said all that I was impressed by the brightness and profile of the light.  Keep them angled down and low to avoid any issues with law enforcement.
I picked these up on a whim because I really like the piped led lighting on the newer models of cars.  My Toyota Camry doesn't have fog lights, so they have a nifty little faux insert in that space that lends itself to a install location for these LEDs.  I removed the inserts and dremeled them until the LED lights fit seamlessly. Reinstalling them and connecting to the car light wiring was very straight forward.  I did put my front end up on jack stands to make this easier on my back, but for most people, this wouldn't be necessary.At night these have a great look and while its not completely a factory look, its got a custom edge without looking gaudy.
Most of  my family's vehicles have factory installed DRL (Daytime Running Lights) for safety but some don't.  I already installed the Sylvania LEDriving PX DRL/Accent Light Kit on our G35 so I chose this similar kit again for our other vehicle.Likes:>Straightforward installation with the clearly illustrated instructions manual.  Have to be careful to mount the light Control Box away from heat (&lt;176F) and run the wires away from exhausts or other hot components.>Each LED light bar measures 6.58" x 1.27" and should fit the lower front air inlets of most vehicles' front bumper/air dam.>Light Pipe (continuous light bar), white 6200K LEDs look great as DRLs (full intensity) during the day, and as accent lights (50% intensity) when the headlights are on.  Good complement to the OEM HID headlights.>LP model looks a bit more stylish with the continuous LED light bar vs. the PX model's five large pixels/dots.>Waterproof constructions with quality, and durable looking materials.>Legal lighting when mounted within the SAE J2087 Legal Mounting Location parameters as shown in the instructions.>Sylvania is a well known manufacturer of quality consumer lighting products.Concerns:>I hope the kit's wiring and light Control Box are able to withstand the high temps. of the engine compartment over time.>Long term durability unknown (but LEDs generally have longer service life than halogens or HIDs).Overall:LED automotive lighting technology have been the domain of higher priced luxury vehicles but have gradually trickled down to some average priced vehicles.  Sylvania has provided consumers this simple upgrade LED DRL kit that will improve the safety and esthetics of any non-LED DRL equipped vehicle.
I installed them on a 2001 Chevy Blazer and it took a bit of time, but was a fairly easy install.  (Note to those who own this vehicle, don't ever unplug the battery unless you want to pay to have your radio work again. lol)Personally, I really like the LED lights that look like a lot of dots if you get what I mean.  I find those more aesthetically pleasing but that doesn't mean that having lights like these wont enhance the look of a vehicle. So while these are not that type, they do look nice.On my blazer there is a lot of room up in front of the engine and I feel like the install was eased due to this, so I assume if your car or truck is tighter up there you would have a bit harder of a time getting this done.  I still think regardless they are a fairly easy install.They look nice, they are fairly easy to install and they aren't too expensive.  I say if your in the market, go for it.
I put these on the grill of a 1995 Ford pickup truck that we use frequently for various tasks.  The truck is still in fantastic shape with no rust and a paint job that looks almost as good as new.  I thought it deserved a special treat for keeping itself in such beautiful shape.  So, I gave it two new eyes to see with!  They do look very cool.  As the product description states, in daylight hours without headlights on, they operate at 100% power.  After dark, when the headlights are on, they diminish to 50%.  If they were installed on a newer car with headlights that stay on as soon as the car starts I don't know how that would work.  But, not my problem as I have no new cars!Fun thing to add to my truck, and not very difficult to install.
I own several cars and had a trouble deciding which to install these on, but in the end I decided on the Benz because for whatever reason the low beams always go out on me and the service dept is very hard to get into. Luckily, I had these installed when lo and behold my driver side low-beam went out and I was able to use these with fog lamps to completely avoid getting pulled over (drove over 1000 miles) despite passing at least 15 HP and police. I attribute that 100% to having plenty of lighting where I needed it and in fact had absolutely no issues seeing the road. I had a friend help me with installation and highly recommend having someone to help you if you are not mechanically inclined.
I have trouble seeing at night and I got this to hopefully help me to see better.The kit comes with all the mounting hardware,wiring and everything you will need to install.I opened the package and made sure everything was there before installing them.I followed the instructions and it took me about an hour or so to install.The instructions were pretty straight forward and easy to understand.After I was done I started the car and I found out something I didn't know was going to happen.My car has daytime headlights and that means they only run at 50% during the day or night.Even though they only run at 50% they are still bright enough to make a difference.I tried to figure out another way to make them run full power but wasn't successful.Im sure they are just fine for cars or trucks with headlights that don't turn on in the daylight.A bit disappointed"'
Install is straightforward and simple. EVERYTHING you need is included, from wire to tie straps, clamps to fuse. All you need are basic tools. To be street legal you have to use the included module and mount in a certain zone. The module connects inline with your lights so these use the appropriate brightness. - full or reduced.If you want to use these differently - say as lights for your truck bed or even as portable lights - you can just hook these lights up directly to a 12V source. You'll want a switch inline, but it's really simple! Even a 23A battery will power one of these for a few hours - blindingly bright!So these are versatile and easy to use and install. The light is a continuous tube - no visible individual bulbs. Really cool!
Received product quickly. Opened immediatly and proceeded to install. Put some and and car started cooling as expected. At about 4.50/can it was a great value compared to purchasing at almost 10.00 at the 'W' store or a big box auto parts place. Buy with confidence.
12, 12oz cans of pure R134a. Took about a week after placing the order to get them. But worth the wait! Every can arrived in perfect condition. Quality product!
great find at half the priceWorks great and makes a great reserve much cheaper than Autozone, Advance Auto and every other Auto shopSame Chemical Composition and my car hit 44'F on the vents in the middle of summer
I'm neither an idiot, nor a professional, but I didn't have all the proper equipment to do this job myself.I bought this by the case after replacing the rear line-set on our Escalade.  It took quite a few cans to fill it to the right pressure.It cools, although not as well as it should.I've been since instructed on the proper procedure for this type of job, including a vacuum purge of the system.IMO it's not worth evacuating and doing it over again, but it isn't 100% effective as it should be.At least I knew enough to add the PAG oil.That's what I get for reading DIY internet information.Some jobs actually pay to do it right the first time, and leave it to the pros.
what can you say about a can of R-134a ! yep it makes my air cold. great to have on hand if I ever need to service my A/C again. watch for seller changing prices , it goes up and down. good product
Buy this! I looked at all the mats on here and was concerned at what I'd get for this price. I knew I didn't want to spend 70-100 bucks! This mat looks and works like a 100 bucks!  What's great item.
Works well in my Jeep... I didn't want to spend a ton of money on a custom one.  This does the trick... I probably won't use it forever but I'm  happy with it for the time being.  I left it sit out in the driveway to bake out the wrinkles for a little while.  While it was warmed up I did some trimming.  I keep the dog's kennel on this and it doesn't slide around much with normal driving.
The mat I received arrived on-time, was rolled into one long box, unrolled easily and I set it in the sun to flatten it (a normally warm room would be fine), it is thicker and heavier (good) than I expected, easily trimmed (it is 'universal fit' so trim-to-size), fits very well, stays put, no smell, has a nice lip to retain items and liquids, good quality. I highly recommend this mat. A custom-fit mat can be very expensive so if you do not mind trimming it this is great. I trimmed mine to fit a 2008 Chevy Aveo5 but it was quite a bit larger and should fit all sized trunks or rear storage areas. Look at the photo to see the lipped area. I used heavy duty regular shears to trim it. It might not trim well with regular scissors and I do not recommend a knife or box cutter.
Great product fits my 2013 Ford Edge nicely for a universal product. Looks good and does the job keeping the carpet clean. The rubber does not have any nasty orders that some rubber products have.  Product is heavy duty that should hold up for years to come.  Looks very nice and goes with my dark interior.
After researching trunk mats and not wanting to spend around $100.00 or more. I found this mat it is worth every penny. It is very easy to trim to fit. I have a new Accord and it took a few minutes to trim and it looks and fits like the way more expensive trunk mats.
Very bright and good quality. Installation was simple, I've got a 9003 bulb bi xenon kit for 2000 Honda CRV.
This kit is absolutely simple for anyone with common sence and a bit of mechanical ability...It comes with very detailed installation instructions...When you see the end result you will never buy another brand again...No flicker at all, crisp clear color and you will never need high beams again...trust me instead you will have people flashing their lights at you to turn your high beams off cause these are so bright...I absolutely believe in the quality-construction and integrity of the OPT7 product.. Great job guys...Love Em...
OPT7 product was up to my expectation in terms of color of the light and the light strength were i found a big difference than other products i tried and i really liked the product easiness installation and customer support where one of the lights stop working and i contact them for support and they were willing to replace any defective part but i found out that the car fuse where blown out. i really recommend OPT7 products and in future i will purchase their product.
Hyundai 2013 Elantra GT (hatchback) MTSo I got these to replace my Kensun 35w 6000 HID's.  My problem with the kensun was the constant random flickering and I'm refusing to use the relay harness for personal reasons.Anyways, back to the OPT7:Pros: quick warmup, great bright light, the package came with all the things you need including the double sided tape and the mounting bracket (which i didn't use), wires are of good quality/craftsmanship (they don't look cheap).  For my car there is no ground shadow which is great.Cons: The bulb (H11) isn't the L-type.  So if you don't have a lot of room between the end and the dust-cap you may run into issues.  The signal canceler/capacitors are very poorly protected.  This is a capacitor! water shouldn't get in there.  Just because they are installed under the hood, there is no guarantee that the water won't splash inside (for any reason).  They are practically just a capacitor with shrink-wrap around them!!!!Over all i'm happy with them so far. i will try to go for a night drive to see how they differ from the 6000 35w ones.  I kept the Kensun capacitor i had bought from Amazon and they worked perfectly fine with the OPT7.
Installed the 55watt 6000k bi-xenon kit in a 2008 Jeep JKU as an upgrade from a 35 watt kit from VVME. Took about 45 minutes. Installed the in-line capacitors to prevent flickering with the Jeep's CANBUS system. Only had them installed a week and so far everything is great. Much brighter than the 35watt kit. Light is crisp white on the road but when looking directly at the headlights, there is a beautiful tinge of blue. During the install, I only installed one capacitor on the passenger side light because I recycled the old relay harness from my old 35watt vvme kit which only utilizes one connection to the OEM harness directly to the ballast and the capacitors can only be used when connecting the OEM harness to the ballast. The other OEM connection on the driver's side is just taped off and tucked away. The harness I used has a built in hi/lo converter relay which is A LOT MORE easy to install than the mess of wires that came with this kit... Bulbs and ballast are good quality and I am overall pleased with my purchase. If this kit lasts the 2+ years that I had my other kit (which was still going strong before I upgraded), I will be even more pleased. Cheers!
I just purchased this kit. I went against my better judgement and didnt go with Kensun this time. BAD MISTAKE. The kit arrived and was packaged very nicely. It seemed like it was gonna be a great quality product. I prepared the vehicle for installation and when i went to plug the bulbs into the ballast harness, one of the wires just slid out of the connector. Poor connection. Figured no big deal, ill just try the other bulb in the ballast that was plugged in...Went to connect it, and then another wire came apart... Just tragic quality... Go figure, China... But this time its a garbage product from China. I have had great luck with Kensun. Their products are also Chinese, but HIGH QUALITY. Steer clear of this product!!! Look at and buy KENSUN products.
Then watch YouTube videos and everything else you can. If you're willing to do the work, it's a good product. Is it the same as getting one of those $1000 masks? No, but then, it's not intended to replace those. It's there to provide an extra layer of protection and for that purpose, it's awesome.I wouldn't put this on my show car (I don't have one, but if I did, I wouldn't) or my Porsche (don't have one of those either, just saying) but on my Nissans - you bet. Good product when USED CORRECTLY!
My husband recently remodeled and painted a Mercedes Benz E320 for my winter vehicle. Since we live in Western New York where the winters are brutal. I thought this product would be helpful in keeping my newly painted hood in pristine condition. We followed the directions as directed and watched several videos over and over again because I did not want to make any mistakes. After the hood was pelted with snow, sleet and salt from the roads my hood looked cloudy and it looked like it had cracks. I was extremely disappointed. I was so upset because it worried me if my hood would even come back to its original condition before the 3M Paint Defender was applied.To remove this stuff was not an easy task. My husband ended up wet sanding the hood and then buffing it back to a high shine. I will never consider using this again. I might think about the "clear bra film" option, which is done by professionals and is said to last 5 to 7ears. The clear bra is more of a "saranwrap" fitted hard film instead of spraying on a finish on your car. Leave something like this to professionals who have experience in the field and know which brands and products are worth investing in.
You must apply this with a very light touch.  Check out the videos completely first.  I do not know whether this lasts a year, as stated, but I will revisit my review in 11 months and update it.  I don't think this product is meant for everyone because application requires some finesse.  You really must spray very lightly.  The kit includes everything that you will need.
First let me very clear about this review. I did not do a good job as the instructions clearly stated you should apply at temperatures between 65 degrees and 90 degrees. Well folks it is winter time and we have had a lot of freezing temperatures and from the immediate forecast it is not likely to hit the 70s  or higher anyway soon. Thus when I got a short break I tried the spray out on the front of my Jeep. Just a small area. I used the wax provided in the kit. I did not apply in direct sunlight and the Jeep&#8217;s engine was cold, thus the front end and hood were also cold.I mask a section of the front end off as suggested in the instructions. I them applied the wax which was provided. Using the Paint Defender Spray Trigger I applied the film to the waxed area. I used three coats and applied per the instructions on the pamphlet. While the front was still wet I removed the masking tape. By this time the temperature was falling. I still let the car sit in the available sun. I found it still a little sticky to the touch. The instructions indicated it should be dry to touch.I have not had the film on the car for several days thus I am not sure how well the cure is going to be. It appears that I do have a thin film over that section of the hood and that is the section most likely to hit by sand or road debris.Bottom line is that I spent quite some time, reading the instructions, prepping the small area and spraying the area. It may be worth all the work involved however I think I will personally pass on doing this again. The product seems to do what it says it will do, just be prepared for some of your time. I am pleased with the section I prepared. Suggest you view the videos shown on the site as they are rather good.I am going to give this four stars since the product did do what it promised however the work involved is just too much for me.
This is really easy to put on your car, just keep in mind that you need to do a really god cleaning before hand, so you will likely want to do a clay baring of the paint before hand but other than that it goes on really smooth and easily. At first it looks odd putting it on but with some time it's not bad.The car looks no different after application than before, unless you are inches from the paint, then you can tell something is different.
My Mazda has two body parts in the front that had to be done, just because of the body style.  I didn't apply on the hood.My experience is that the online video instructions were sufficient.  Still, because I was spraying on a more vertical than horizontal surface, the amount of material to apply wasn't intuitive to me.  Too much and I'd get little streaks.  Too little and I'd have to re-tape and reapply.  Because of this I opted to apply two coats and then touch small areas.The finished product is a bit remarkable.  It seems like strong stuff, and an actual film that looks normal.  However, I'd prefer to take this to an experienced crew that can efficiently knock it out.  For those that are extra handy though, this is a great product.To compare with the 3M Clear Bra, the expertise required is substantially different.  I would not try applying 3M Clear Bra unless you can afford to waste some material while training.  The Clear Bra is tougher but requires more know-how to install.For the purpose and given the value, I recommend this product providing one will knowingly put forth some effort.
This product will protect whatever part of the car you want.  Most people want front end protection against flying debris.  On my new Accord, I was especially paranoid about any kind of damage, so being able to review this product was quite a blessing.  Normally I don't get much in the way of stray rocks in intercity driving but when I venture out of state on roads that are filled with open areas, flying rocks aren't uncommon.First off, when you get this it's very intimidating if you aren't used to body work.  There's a huge plastic sheet you mask your car off with, which will require a bit of studying if it's your first time.  But remember, you're only applying a plastic sheathing on your paint, not paint itself, so use that thought to relax yourself.  Ensure you only do this job inside a garage whereby wind wont get in the way.The recommendation is to ensure you have a good wax job before you start, as this helps remove the layer easily later on.  Obviously, you want to ensure the car's areas to be applied are very clean as well.  You then following the directions and spray the application on.  I would suggest you start somewhere less visible at eye level so you can &#34;practice&#34;  - the lower bumper perhaps.  Pretty straight forward until you realize that you probably don't have enough in the can to apply everywhere you want so plan this ahead of time !Once dried, it is visible for sure.  But, it's much less obvious than those old car bra's you probably dealt with before.  Question is, does it last ?  I cannot comment because I have not taken the car out of state yet.  Like I mentioned, my around town commutes don't get much action so I will need to follow up in the future with a follow-up review for its durability and effectiveness.
Let me make one thing perfectly clear. I have a very nice shiny black luxury car.  I thought I'd check this system out to see if it would help me keep my car shiny and protect the finish.  The simple answer is - yes it will protect it but you won't like the way it looks.  I tested this on a small part of my car's hood first and it was difficult to spray without dimpling.  Then, once the finish is on, it makes my shiny black car look like it is covered with gray film - not at all what I wanted.  I think this may just be a problem with shiny jet black cars and may be less visible on other colors.  I think it would protect the underlying finish but you just may not like the way it looks.
I don't care how good you are if you are any sort of snob about things looking proper and or being done correctly, this product is not for you.I am one of those that usually here someone say something doesn't work and think well they probably did it wrong or in a rush.  This is not one of those times.I have a hunch this might work MUCH MUCH better on maybe a white car, but dark colors are definitely out of the question in my book.  That is one of the reasons I think there is a variance on people that like it and people that don't.  Another thing I think that I think is affecting the reviews are the age of the paint job its being applied too.  I am positive most are skipping having a truly clean and properly waxed car when applying this.Lucky for me I did not apply this to my own vehicle or I would not have been happy.  I have tried applying this to a hood that is stored in our garage because of what I read from other people.  Its a deeper red color.  This stuff never really disappeared.  I could see it on there.  Trying to clean it off was even worse.  I stopped trying.  Though I don't think that is a bad thing, it is meant to stay on there I guess.  Problem is if you no longer want it on there it will be a hassle.I really can't recommend this stuff.  I do think it might work better on car colors that typically don't show a lot of dirt like white or silver.  If your a perfectionist or have issue with the little things, this is really not for you.
If you check out the features, which I&#8217;ve listed below, anyone trying to do this on their own is simply asking for trouble.  Any DIY person will take one look at that Defender film in a box and walk away.  I most certainly did and I&#8217;m a fairly handy person.  The film looks and feels not unlike a plastic grocery bag from the store.  The microfiber cloth is quite small in comparison to the Detailers Preference brand I purchase at Costco.FEATURES:&#9658;  Invisible, seamless protection applied as a liquid and dries to a continuous invisible film&#9658;  Removable and safe for clear coat&#9658;  Protects for over 1 year&#9658;  Protects any painted surface such as hoods, bumpers, fenders, mirrors, rocker panels, and more&#9658;  Contains 3M paint defender spray film (17.5 ounce plus 1 ounce of wax), 3M paint defender application kit (12 foot x 16 foot plastic sheet and 1 inch x 20 yards masking tape), 3M paint defender spray trigger, and 3M microfiber detail clothMind you, I drive a junker, but taking a close look at the 19 steps I&#8217;d have to go through in order to protect a few sections from a few dings and perhaps some salt buildup, I think I&#8217;ll have to take a pass.  A good coating of Turtle Wax or other reputable brand might give me the same effect.
The prep process for this product requires a lot of attention and focus.  I had the impression that this stuff would be pretty straightforward to apply, and I suppose it is, but it takes more work than I anticipated.The results didn't really match my expectations either, unfortunately.  The product isn't quite as clear as advertised and isn't as durable either.Look, perhaps under perfect conditions you can get the results they promise.  My real world experience was different.
3M is known for making great chemical products and sealants.  While this product is definitely an achievement in paint protection, the difficulty in application and maintenance almost make it not worth the effort.  First of all the application is not at all easy.  While the instructions are clear about making sure the temperature is just right and to make sure you apply enough product evenly it is difficult in practice.  Add to this that the product will also seal in any imperfections or dirt and it becomes an even more labor intensive project.  It will work to protect your finish as described but it is difficult to apply for newcomers.
The other reviewers that mentioned this stuff applied like paint weren't kidding. The instructions indicate that each body panel will take at least 1 can of the 3M defender. It sprays out just like a clearcoat paint and initially looks milky/cloudy with an orange peel texture, sort of like frosted glass. After a few hours, it starts to dry out and become more clear. However, it will never be optically clear and tends to have a translucent appearance. Unfortunately, once it dries out it is very difficult to remove completely. I used a light to medium coat on my headlights and on a small part of the glass on my house door. It was nearly impossible to remove from my house door, but once I scraped off a small section I could see how moisture could get trapped behind it and require re-application.Overall: 3/5 stars, it is definitely not an easy &#34;DIY&#34; way of applying a clear bra on the car. In fact, I have the clear protective film sheets for headlights and I would prefer those over the 3M spray system.
I appreciate and use 3M products as a car enthusiast. I found their headlight rejuvenator product superior to other offerings and that led me to want to try this product as well. Like any car care product, the producer tries to make it as simple and user friendly as possible. It still requires patience in masking and following instructions. The directions are very straight forward. As someone else mentioned, spray the first spray away from the surface to clear any clogging or unevenness. Apply it evenly and avoid puddling. The surface dried and left a nearly invisible protective coating. It was just applied so it's longevity and how easily it can be removed if necessary is still an unknown. From my experience I can recommend it but will update this short review as any developments happen to influence my opinion, pro or con.
This kit comes with a plastic drape to cover your car with and a roll of tape to tape off the area you are spraying. The plastic is very light weight and easy to work with. You also get a packet of wax to wax the area your going to spray and a terry cloth. You get a bottle of paint defender and a comfort grip handle trigger. You wash your car, wax it, then plastic cover it exposing the area you want to spray, tape the plastic down in a straight line and then another strip of tape across your straight line overlapping the first one. Shake your can attach trigger, hold can 6-8 inches away spray back and forth half the hood and up and down then one more time back and forth, then do the same to other side of hood. Hold the trigger constant. Remove your top piece of tape very carefully. I used this in winter, applied in heated garage. So far it still looks ok, I just doubt if I would use this again, it's a lot of work for what it does. I already have had rock chips in my paint and have a small bottles of primer, paint, and clear coat for twenty bucks that fills the in like nail polish. Will have to see how long it lasts and how it looks if it starts peeling off. So far I give it an ok rating.
I was apprehensive about this 'diy&#34; spray-on front bra kit. There is some extensive prep involved, so read the instructions and follow them to the 't'.While the product worked, it didn't last more than a week before it started peeling up around the hood edges.
I was really looking forward to putting this on my truck.  You have to apply it in 'warmer' weather (65+ if I recall) so make sure to plan accordingly.In the end, there's a LOT to do to try to get this right.  I didn't get it 'right' the first time, but was able to reset.  Likewise, a kit doesn't cover much.  It's basically good for a front bra, but you'd need quite a few to, say, cover the hood.There's also a ton of prep work, but that's kind of to be expected.I probably won't use this again.  It does work, but it's such a pain that I'd rather just take it to a shop, pay a bit more to have someone else do it, and have a bit more confidence in the application.I received this from the manufacturer for testing and review and have shared my honest experience in this review.
This is everything you need to apply the Paint Defender spray for the first time.  After that you'll just need to buy the spray and the plastic sheeting.  This made applying the product so much easier and with much less of a mess or overspray.  Just be methodical with your plastic sheeting for when you're ready to remove it...
I am a veteran do-it-yourself guy, but I am very apprehensive about applying this product to my automobile.The coating liquid must be applied at a temperature between 65 and 90 degrees F. So, here in Chicago, that means wait until May. What about a heated garage? The product label states the vapors are flammable (and it contains a known carcinogen!). Oh, and according to another purchaser the over-spray settles on everything nearby and it very difficult to remove.So, a well ventilated, climate controlled spray booth seems to be required. I don't have one of those. I'm thinking about handing the kit over to my body and fender guy.The lit includes enough coating to cover one square meter- or about half of the hood on an averge mid size sedan, So it seams I must buy another kit to coat the hood on any car bigger than Ford Fiesta.
Ok. So the weather has finally been good enough the last few days for me to try my new 3M Paint Defender System. So far it's not too bad. The prep time is a little strenuous, be prepared to spend a few hours getting everything ready before you begin to actually spray. And make sure that what ever you are spraying the protector on, is clean and dry and that your tape lines are straight. The directions and online instructions are pretty good and the color pictures help a lot. The product leaves a plastic like coating that is fairly noticeable, but if it holds up and protects like the manufacturer indicates it should be a good product.
This stuff is difficult to apply, near impossible to remove and doesn't leave a good finish.  Stick with regular wax.  You'll get a better, longer lasting finish with much less work.
I have applied paint protection film kits in the past and this is a much easier job, as long as you watch the videos and follow the steps. I imagine it would take about two hours to wax, mask and apply the protection film for most vehicles.  It probably may take longer on cars with a lot of curvage. The only drawback is that you need to remove and reapply about once a year, but compared to film kits by companies like Rshield, Ventureshield and even 3M it may be easiest to apply for the DIY minded car buff.
Once a year I clay bar my car to remove all the particles embedded in the paint, making it look brand new, same as professional detailers do.  Before applying this, however I thought it better to have professionals do the clay bar work.  They do a better job and applying this paint defender will decrease the frequency of clay barring while also keeping the paint looking new longer.
I would only recommend using this product when your car is fresh out of the dealer lot.It doesn't seal any imperfections if your car is say used for 6 months to 1 year.  It covers it underneath the film.Make sure when you clean the car before application, you use lint-free rags.  And you have to do this in a very brightly lit garage, with door closed to prevent dust or any particles.  It's kind of hard to apply if you don't have any experience.  Skill required from 1-10, 10 being the most skilled, I'd give it 11.  You need to be &#34;extremely&#34; skilled to do this.  Even body shop mechanics may not do a good job.
This seems like a quality product, but the amount of time and effort that goes into the application is prohibitive. For the DIYer car enthusiast who has the time and patience, I say go for it. For anyone else looking to protect their paint, I say spend a little extra and get it done right by someone with experience. Getting an even coating of this product on your vehicle takes a steady hand. I tried, but I guess my hand wasn't steady enough. There are some thicker areas an some slight drip lines. Streaks also become more apparent as time goes on, and after washing your car.The 3M 90100 Paint Defender System may protect your vehicle's finish from bugs and road debris, but I really don't care for the way it looks. I'd rather apply multiple coats of wax.~ Kort
I have a business doing custom vinyl work on cars and motorcycles, and the clear bras are hot-hot-hot.  BUT...they are very difficult to apply to complex curved surfaces.  This solves that problem!  I have tested it on plain aluminum sheets, and then I did my entire motorcycle (atop other vinyl graphics) and it is amazing!  You can apply it and remove it with ease.  I just bought a car, and I'm definitely going to apply it to the bra-area.My only drawback:  It doesn't go very far.  If you have more than a small bra area, you'll need two cans.I ended up applying two coats to my motorcycle, as I do custom Swarovski work atop the clear vinyl and I wanted to have the extra protection.  I called 3M before I did it, and while they had no real warnings against it, it wasn't something they'd field tested.  My 3M vinyl supplier said that he'd worry that it'd bubble.  It didn't.  It actually is awesome.  I can tell that the paint is protected, and the fact that it's so easily removed is a big plus.The warranty only lasts for one year, but I suspect that, if taken care of, it will last much longer.Note--do not wash this until you've put a coat of the wax atop of it.  I took some very low power glass cleaner to it, and it fogged it up, and looked terrible.  Make sure you protect it before you wash it...All in all, a great product!
Vine reviewers only have 30 days to review Vine products.  Unfortunately, the directions say, &#34;Apply at temperatures between 75 F - 90 F.  Since I don't have a garage, I'll have to wait for at least 30 days to apply this.  At that time, I'll review the process and results.Until then, if you don't have a garage, wait until spring to apply this product.
3M Paint Defender System, 90100 is Easy to Use, yet only time will tell if it actually works. I used to on some deep keyed scratches  on my car and truly hope that this product will protect from rusting. Will update if product does not perform well through the winter. I'm glad I only used on small sections of my car since many folks have complained about peeling, etc.
Sorry I can't leave a proper review but I got this in the middle of winter and this is not the time of year to apply the Paint Defender.  I'm only allowed 30 days to review an item I received through Vine so here's my review until Spring when I can leave a real review.
I gave this to my boyfriend how works on cars.  He liked the idea and has tried it out on the side windows of a vehicle, he hasn't gotten to the step where you remove the strip because you are supposed to leave it on there for protection.  It looks nice and will protect against rain, salt and bad winters here.  He especially liked the spray nozzle that came with this kit, it also fits any can not just the ones that come with this kit, so that is an added bonus.
I applied this with the help of a mechanic in his shop to my fairly new Mercedes. I was hoping it would work wonders since I put on tons of miles in Florida. It looked terrible. There are better options out there and I will not be applying this to my other vehicles. Too much time is involved and the results are not impressive.
I actually used this product on my mountain bike, where you normally get the rock strikes to cut down on some of the always present rock dings. Of course the product contents will last forever for a small job like this, and you don't need all the contents of the kit, really just mask off the areas you don't want to cover on your bike. Time well tell how well it works, but I don't see how this wouldn't hold up to the rigors of rock dings since speeds are generally around 20-25mph when biking as opposed to highway speeds.
I actually tested this protestant on my hub cap because I don't have a garage and the instructions say to apply the protectant ONLY in 65-plus degree conditions (we've been getting mid-fifties temps most part of the day). The 3M Paint Defender System goes on hazy but dries COMPLETELY CLEAR to provide a tough and invisible barrier against rocks and debris for the parts of your vehicle vulnerable to chips and scratches.The kit comes with everything you need: microfiber cloth, wax, spray canister of protectant, spray trigger, and plastic car cover. It's important to follow the instructions to the tee!CAUTION: make sure to spray on at least 3 even coats of the protectant. This ensures that the protectant dries and cures into a tough and tear-resistant film that peels off clean when it comes time to remove it. If you haven't applied enough coats, the resulting film may be so thin and prone to tearing that when you try to remove it later on, you will end up picking at and peeling off tiny scraps at a time -- a nightmare! Err on the side of being overly liberal with spraying the protectant on!Good luck.
So I got this for my Lotus.  The front starshield clear bra had pretty much worn down to the point where it was easily noticeable.I decided to use this product after removing the old film.  That was a mistake.  It took WAY too long (to remove the old film) and I don't think this paint defender system is going to last very long from the looks of it.. it peels up quite easily  after drying..Some tips. clean your paint THOROUGHLY before applying.  Remove any and all waxes and or other coatings. That will give you the best adhesion.  In retrospect, I would have been better off just spraying over the old bra.  It would have made little difference and protected just as well.
3M makes quality products, so I was excited to try this product out. It leaves a thin protective finish over key areas of your vehicle that are prone to dings from road debris. For this product to be fully effective and not damage the paint, however, it is very important to follow the preparation and application instructions completely. Applying this product to the surface of an improperly prepared surface will likely leave you with less than desirable results. When applied properly, it leaves a very strong and durable protective layer that withstands a lot more punishment than regular waxes and paint sealants.
After reading the reviews I decided to try this out on a painted (powder coat) basketball pole following all the directions exactly as recommended. It looked terrible and like everyone else is reporting, it will not come off. I'm very happy I did not put this on my car. Don't do it, folks. And don't come back here to complain if you do. You've been warned.
It applied as described, I have put wax on it and it seems to be working and protecting the paint. I even messed up and had a run but it doesn't look too bad. I only wish it would be able to apply a thicker coat so it is more comparable to the plastic sheets like the other products.
For people who live back East, it is invaluable to protect the car's paint from rocks and salt used to clear snow.  But professional paint protection can be expensive. I know, I once paid for it. So I was intrigued when 3M offered this DIY system at home.Inside the box are 4 items: the spray, the trigger mechanism, a roll of plastic to mask off areas, and a soft cloth. Oh, and there are instructions. Reading those instructions made me wary, and for good reason. You actually spray in a thick coating of plastic then let it dry, and hope it looks good. Well, here's my assessment. It could be a good thing IF, and that's a very big IF, you wax first, then mask everything right. then spray perfectly, then let it dry (2 days at least!) then wax again. Oh, did I say you have to spray perfectly?Maybe some people can do this perfectly, but I am not one of them. Besides, the product only says it will last a year. So I won't be trying it again. Maybe some things are best left for the professional.
This product reminds me of Plasti-Dip and clear bra vinyl combined.  It is made to provide a clear, waxable surface coat to protect your paint.  It supposedly lasts a year and is fully removable by peeling it off.  For me, the best places to apply are front bumper and front leading edge of the hood.  Bare in mind that a can of the stuff doesn't cover much.  A full hood is 2 cans.  The leading edge of the hood is about 1 can.  The front bumper is 1 can.  The kit includes some wax to apply after you clean the surface--this is to make removal easier.  Applying the spray is pretty easy after you mask off areas adjacent to where you are spraying (plastic sheeting and tape included).  The spray is thicker than spray paint and is self-leveling, making it easy to apply.  Don't be worried that the spray is milky opaque at first--it will dry into a nice shiny clear surface.  The spray will cure in a few hours but is rain fast after a few days.Because of the prep and cure/rainfast times, I would recommend this for dedicated car enthusiasts.  It certainly is not as simple as cleaning and waxing your car.  So far, I can confirm that the Defender leaves a thin, uniform surface that is clear and shiny.  I will try to update later on durability and performance of the product but so far it has been a breeze to apply and the results are great!PROS:-complete kit (everything you will need)-easy to apply-great results-easy to remove (provided you applied the wax)CONS:-takes hours to cure and days to achieve rain fastness-only lasts 1 year-spray nozzle clogs easily after one period of use--don't expect to save any for a later project!
I'm a car buff and do most of my own mechanical work and all my own detailing.  We have a fairly new Accord, (1 year old) that I thought it might be nice to protect the front bumper on.  I'm familiar with the 3M clear bra system from professionals and it is very, very good but expensive.  So here comes what I think is the same product in a DIY format.First, you need to really prepare the surface for this product.  Not just wash the car but wash, clay, machine clean, polish (but NOT wax) and make sure it is absolutely baby butt smooth and that there is no dirt or debris residing on the surface.  However, even after doing all this, I still had dust on the surface by time I masked off the rest of the front end.  So my first attempt was way less then perfect so I thought I'll just peel it off and try again - wrong!  The easy peel nature of this product is a fiction - it's a mess to remove and will try your patience.I threw the rest of the product away and figured if I really wanted the protection, I'd go to the professionals and pay $300 for a 3M clear bra treatment which I understand is very, very good and very durable.  Some things are just better left to the professionals and this falls squarely into that category for me.
After reading the directions, watching the videos, and reading some of the other peoples' experiences, I chickened out of putting this on my cars (to tell you the truth, the paint used on my Mustang, Ram, and Jeep are so impressive already - after a combined 220K miles they have no chips in their paint except for a couple on the truck that no clear coat would have protected against)As others have warned, this is probably not best taken on by an amateur. While I do a lot of DIY projects, there's an awful lot to mask and prep, and with my history of uneven spray-painting I just did not trust myself to go through with it.But I did try the stuff on a mountain bike frame...I am pleased to report that it dried smoothly. It was impossible to tell, visually, that it had been applied - although I do believe it has a subtle matte surface to it now, but it looks great. Whether or not it will hold up to miles of trail dust/rocks remains to be seen. After during in the sun for a little more than a day, I tried scraping the coating in a hidden area, and it scraped off fairly easily... such that I'm glad I did not commit to doing the car as I'm afraid it might start peeling before too long.The kit is great and comes with everything you need, but in hind site, I'd leave this job to the pros.
My 2007 Camry has a couple of small scratches and dents which it has acquired over the last 7 years, I recently got all of them cleared out since I was planning to sell it and then backed off from selling.With a spanking new car - the 3M paint defender system came as a real timely gift.  I went through the process of coating just a day earlier - I saw a couple of youtube videos on applying them and I would highly recommend you to do so.The instructions are very clear, but the youtube videos really nailed it on how to tape and apply the paint defender system to get the best out of it.  So far, it looks good and my car looks spanking new and I am hoping that it does a good job of protecting the paint when I drive on I-35 to Denton with lots of trucks spewing chips.
Factory finish.  Nice quality. Plenty of others out there but the mopar ones are actually quite competitively priced.  Why not?
Solid and great fit.  Fits perfectly and protects the rear cargo area as advertised.  Deep channels and good quality.  Recommended
This matt is an excellent addition to any Jeep. It fits perfectly and protects the cargo area.of my 2012 Jeep Sahara. Installs in minutes
I love this mat!  It matches my slush mats on the floor, it has a designated area to cut out if you have the speaker box in the cargo area-a simple snip with scissors and it becomes a perfect fit!  Nice and heavy-couldn't be more pleased!
The design and pattern matches exactly with the ones that came with the JK.  I like it much better than the previous one that I had tried.  It is flexible even in the cold winter.This particular mat is not shaped to allow for the sub-woofer. Fortunately the rubber is soft and when I get around to working on it I will trace the subwoofer shape and trim it to fit.
Goes with the front slush mats, great look, great fit. Super easy to cut out pre-formed notch for sub-woofer, if need be.
Keeps my jeep interior clean and stops it from getting rips in the fabric. I like the rugged look and it easy to clean. Just hose off and let dry.
I'll be straight here I use both synthetic chamois and real ones. I have 3 cars and 3 motorcycles and when I'm not doing anything else, I'm cleaning and polishing them. I'm still torn between whether or not I like the real or synthetic variety better so I make use of both styles. This happens to be a very good synthetic one, one of the few that I have. Works well, wrings out easily and stays soft which is important.
Highly overrated.  All of the reviews on here claimed that this chamois drying cloth had some sort of advantage over other cloths, in that it is more efficient in drying.  This isn't the case.  It does a great job drying, but it does it the same as any other microfiber cloth, with or without the pattern design, would do.
I like that it has its own container.  It doesn't pick up as well as I expected it to, but it does a pretty good job.  Didn't see any obvious streaks on my darker slate gray Altima.  Not sure if I would buy again, I would probably try another brand so that I could do a better comparison.
This does what it says and works way better than the shammy's i use for drying off my vehicle. I also do lawn work alot and could see where this would help keep me cool during the hot summer months, i'll probably be ordering some more of these soon!
Absorbs great, but does not leave car spot free. I will use this until i find something a lot better.12-24-2013: It's been about two and a half months now, and this product absorbs worse than a Kleenex. I wipe, wring it out, wipe, repeat, and it looks as if it just rained on my car. I've always used leather chamois in the past with no issues, and now I am suffering from buyer's remorse.
This nozzle feels comfortable in my hand and has seven nozzles:&#5781; Shower&#5781; Mist&#5781; Soaker&#5781; Cone&#5781; Center&#5781; Flat&#5781; JetA nice feature that my other nozzles do not have a flow control dial on the back of the nozzle.  It gives you even more control for each setting.  The nozzle is made out hard plastic, the nozzle handle and the flow control knob have a rubberised finish for a better grip.This product is warranted for 1 year to be free of defects and materials and workmanship.  Inquiries about replacement products should be sent to enquiry@pretmanns.com together with a proof of purchase.  A fee of $3.50 will be charged for postage and handling.I like how the nozzle fits into my hand, and how the 7 settings work so far.  In the past I have had good luck with plastic nozzles lasting several years, I will post an update if this nozzle stops working prematurely.Ali Julia review[sample provided for review]
I like this garden hose nozzle because it does a lot and saves water.  The nozzle has 7 settings and they do everything except allow 10 gallons/minute in which case I can take the nozzle off if desired.The nozzle seems sturdy, not like the cheap plastic ones I've seen and actually purchased in the past.  I had been using a steel nozzle that doesn't conserve water.  I believe this nozzle will take care of my needs including high pressure spraying.  Sample provided for review.
This sprayer's nozzle restricts water flow to 2.5 gallons a minute, which is especially important in areas with drought and water use restrictions.  This is an excellent sprayer for use in a greenhouse or with potted or bedded plants where too much force can damage seedlings and young plants, as well as for general-purpose use.There are seven spray settings, from a fine mist to a rainfall shower.  The ring used to select the spray pattern has easy-to-read markings and clicks into place.  There is also a water-flow knob that will adjust the water pressure.The handle has ribbed soft touch plastic for a secure grip.  Both the handle and the trigger are very comfortably shaped and there is a ring to hold the trigger for extended use.  The bright yellow color is easy to spot on a lawn.A sample was provided for testing and evaluation.
I got a nozzle just like this at a city event from a booth promoting water conservation.  I can see why they work.  Water only squirts out when I'm squeezing the trigger, not when I put it down and the extra pressure in the nozzle means I don't have to turn the water up so high.There are seven setting to choose from: shower, jet, flat, center, cone, soaker, mist.  I leave mine on shower, because I use the hose most often to wash my dog.  The mist setting is very fine.  Jet is strong.  My least favorite is soaker, which resembles a broken fire hydrant.I like this nozzle.  I had moved my hoses around and lost track of my other one, so I was glad to have another one to replace it.  It's much better than the single option gun sprayers.  I can set it any way I like.This product was provided for review by Pretmanns.
As a water saving nozzle, it works by restricting the flow.  My use is generally for watering the garden and in a whim sometimes I wash my car at home.  The different settings are useful specially for hosing down mud on the wheels and tires and under the car and cleaning the rubber mats.  Also great for hosing down the front of the garage.It is light compared to most hose nozzles I had before.  The spray lock is located on the tip of the lever and you would need your other hand to lock it in place.  I prefer the one on top of the handle which you can lock with your thumb, the same hand holding the nozzle.  The sprayer is mainly made of plastic and in my opinion needs more polishing in construction.A sample of this product was sent to me for review purposes.
Works well in keeping the heat out and looks good. The thing needs some way to stretch out tighter so you can see the pic better.
So the color isn't an instant pop, but looking at it from further than the people who will be walking by, it is very visible as to what it is.I have a 2000 Subaru Outback, fits fine! People should also take into account that there are no straps to hold it up in the car, which is pretty ok. I mean even if it had straps I would still use my flip visors to hold it up better.I'll update this after it gets more sun. California is burning up where I live, so I should be able to add some quick usage to see how well it withstands!11/27/13 UPDATE: Survived Fall, in pretty harsh sun. No fading, and many compliments/admirers.
I purchased this because I thought it'd be funny. I do like it but as another reviewer mentioned it has few drawbacks. I subtracted one star for the lack of a crisp image and it appears a bit faded color wise. The size is very large for most vehicles but fits in my truck just fine.  I've only had it for a few days and it's gotten it's share of laughs from people. If you're in the market for a sun shade you might as well get something funny and for me this fit the bill.
Shipped fairly quickly. Pretty good quality for the price. Wasn't exactly big enough for my Suzuki sx4 window but it does the job.
This was purchased as a gift for a Star Wars friend. Seems well made - the packing was terrible - they folded it in half to get inside a small box - the resulting crease along the middle makes it look ratty. Amazon is a good outfit but a few times their packing methods have spoiled the experience
This thing sucks as a sunshade and it already fading with less than a month of use. I use it in my Audi A4. Totally doesn't fit right because it's too big.There are much better sunshades for less money. But I bought it for Han Solo and Luke Skywalker. So I will use this till it's completely faded in a year.
nice big footprint...  this thing keeps my bike from sinking when I park in lots that aren't paved or are paved with gravel...  perfect!
It's pretty much what you would expect as far as the product goes, but here is the amazing part. It came all the way from Taiwan, with a nice note in broken English hoping I would enjoy the kickstand rest.  At $6.90 I have no idea how this can pay off.  It must mostly go to shipping costs!
I park my bikes in a large poly type shed that has a poly floor. These keep the flooring from getting damaged and work well.
I havent had the chance to install it yet on my new machine, but looks like it will be a five star product, as long as it fits the kick stand.5 stars AJL
Bought these for both my motorcycles (Road King Classic and YZF R1), perfect for both bikes. Bought a black one for each to use in the garage to save the floor and two of the orange ones on Amazon to keep with the bikes for use on soft ground. Works great.
This item is very useful - in theory.  The bright orange color makes it noticeable and unlikely to be lost.  I tied a piece of paracord through the hole as a way to pick it up without having to reach into the dirt.  First con: it would have been nice to have a cord already included.  The second con (and reason for only 3 stars) is that the bottom of the pad looks like it would grip, but is just as slippery as a clean piece of plastic.  I would have preferred a more aggressive pattern that would anchor into the ground.  Just be aware that this pad might move, even with the weight of the motorcycle upon it, if resting on a smooth surface.
My Bro-in-law got one for a stocking stuffer.  These things are light, dead simple, and quite effective for keeping your ride from sinking into soft asphalt. I've used 'em for years.  Includes bonus lanyard hole.  The special Harley Davidson (TM) orange edition is perfect for enhanced drunken geezer visibility so you don't forget it when leaving the bar.  The downside is the when your antique barge leaks oil all over it, it's quite noticeable.  Sorry, no fake tough guy version available with chromed skull motif!  FYYFF's!
This is a cheap and lightweight item which is a must have for your side bags - you never know when you're going to have to park in gravel or on soft ground!  The orange color makes mine easy to see/find.
I live in rural Alaska and we have lots of gravel/sand/mud roads in the rural and sometimes town areas. I live down 1/4 mile of gravel road from the paved hiway. My drive and parking area my shop and garage is topped with crushed rock over gravel/sand. A normal bike kickstand will sink right in and dump your baby on the ground. I attached 4 ft of nylon cord to this in the hole on the round end and I carry it in my bike pocket. When I need to park off pavement, I pull it out and drop it on the ground and position it under my kickstand with my foot. When I get off the bike, I loop the cord over the handle bar, so when I remount, I just pull it up and stick it back in my pocket.
I love it - have it rubber corded to the stand via a drilled hole - it just plain works!
I like the color because I don't forget it.  Used it to help keep kickstand out of mud when parking after a rain.  Does what it is supposed to do; use it then toss in saddle bags.
This gadget is inexpensive but is a great little pad, and the orange color makes it easy to see and not forget it.
Compact size, yet large enough to disperse the weight of my VTX1800 on grass. I haven't tried it it on soft asphalt yet, but I am guessing I would need something the size of a Frisbee for that.
Very simple, very effective - I even had Deiter, our local weight-lifter, set his 493-lb. bulk on my 912-lb. Royal Star Venture touring bike, and could only barely see the depression in an oil-sand patch used as a temporary road repair. Except for wet Georgia clay or wet Texas blackland, I can't think of a more serious test of a kickstand pad...
This is a nice little kickstand pad that gets inserted under a motorcycle kickstand to help disperse the weight that is supported by the stand.  In areas where the sun beats down hard enough to soften the asphalt, or where the ground is soft dirt, inserting this pad below the kickstand can and normally does help keep a motorcycle from falling over when the kickstand has dug into the surface thanks to the weight it is left supporting.I like the Orange color which fairly well matches the color of the original paint on my 1998 Suzuki Savage.  It stands out on the ground while looking like it belonged with that motorcycle.  It is also fairly small (a little bigger than a 3x5 index card) and easily enough slips into my backpack to ride along with me for use wherever I happen to be riding.  If I'm not riding with the backpack on, it also easily enough slips into the front pockets of my jeans without being uncomfortable.Easily recommended for purchase!
Either you love these microfiber type drying clothes or you're a diehard chamois guy. I happen to use both and like both. The old style chamois have been around for a zillion years but I have to admit that these new microfiber towels are getting better and better. I think there is less possibility of scratching your car using these types, just my opinion. Works well, wrings out easily and stays soft.
This towel dried my car with and could have probably dried another without wringing it out.  Very soft and large.  It seems a bit pricey but I'd rather go with quality on something like this.
First of all, let me say that this towel truly does absorb water like the manufacturer boasts, which is rather rate nowadays. Props to that fact!The design is great, the tag removed easily, and the material also seems not to scuff paint/clearcoat at all.Although, I personally am not a fan of the size of the towel.When it's full of water, I find it rather cumbersome to squeeze out, as you need to grab each section separately to squeeze it out, which becomes tiring if you're drying an entire decently-sized car. I found that I needed to squeeze out sections of four or five each time the towel became full, which was rather annoying.I would personally love this towel if it came in a smaller size, but when it's not warm enough for the water to evaporate off the surface of the car, squeezing out a towel of this size becomes a chore. Unfortunately, even though I love every other aspect of the towel, the size became an annoyance so I am mixed on whether to recommend it or not, as well as whether to return it or not.During the summer this towel will be great, but for when water won't evaporate (due to the fact that a moist towel leaves streaks, unless it's squeezed bone-dry, which is difficult) it's not as much of a pleasure to use.Edit: GCC, the manufacturer of this towel, has been absolutely delightful to deal with in communications, and I have the utmost respect for them. I've changed my review to four stars to reflect the level of customer service they provide.
I was disappointed has far as drying goes it was like any other Microfiber Towel  for the cost difference.  I have used other Microfiber towels , that did cost less, and did just as good as this towel . Like the Viking Towel and the Meguiar's  Microfiber Towel.
The waffle design is brilliant.  This is a very absorbent towel and makes drying a car easily.  Unfortunately, the towel started to fall apart pretty quickly.  I wanted to like it but I wash my car a lot and need to be able to wash my towels and have them hold up.
Made in China and at $17.00 ea it is way over priced.  There are lots of towels out there that preform as well for under $10.00.  I would not buy this product again at the current price.  All Microfiber towels work well for auto detailing.After using this towel 4 times to wipe down my truck and RV on dewy mornings it is showing wear.  The threads associated with the waffle stitching is coming loose.  I would not recommend this towel if you intend to use it.  I have been using microfiber for years and this is very disappointing.This seller was concerned enough; that I was sent another towel.  Even though I was not happy with the price and the threads coming loose while using.  This is a super nice company and I am sure they will work with anyone that is not happy with their product.
I use a california squeegee to remove the majority of the water and then I use this drying towel. it takes 2-3 passes to pick up all the water but it is an excellent product!
After using this towel for a month or more, I have come to the conclusion that it is a great towel to have for polishing and drying. When I bought it, I paid a premium price and thought it was a little too expensive. After using it I realize it is a superior towel. Just make sure you get it at a normal price. Glacier Car Care is a customer oriented company. That is hard to find these days. You can not go wrong trying this towel out with their guarantee.Great towelGreat customer service
I am so impressed with this drying towel for my cars that I just bought another one.  I just did my entire second car with this towel and never had to wring it out all the time like I have to with chamois.  And I am very particular with my cars.  This product is excellent.  No swirls, scratches, etc...........  It just absorbs all the rinse water after a wash.  We just bought 2 new 2014 cars with Xzilon coating that I also like much.  Xzilon recommends chamois but this towel is better than the chamois which are very expensive.  This product should get a 6 rating.  This towel cut my drying time in half.  Makes me want to wash my cars more often.****** I am so impressed with this towel that I bought a 3rd one.  Just did my wife's car (Outback) again and one towel did it all.  Yes it does snag a bit, but that should be expected when going around sharp corners or emblems.  This time I was more careful and no snags.  It was perfect.  I just dampened the towel around the sharp corners.  Still cut my drying time in half if not more.  When I was done, I just rinsed the towel out in the wash basin let it sit in water for a few minutes in our laundry room and let it dry.  Back to perfect.  This is probably the best product I have ever bought from Amazon.  I highly recommend to anyone!
I always wash my cars by hand and I have been using other premium microfiber cloth to dry my cars. They were not bad but they are no way near as awsome as this towel. I can usually dry my entire car with just one towel vs 3 or 4 of the other cloth that i have been using. I actually use a normal towel to get the loose water off and then use this to dry the rest of the water. I don't think there is a better drying towel out there.
First of all, the instructions for this are clear - use it first on an inconspicuous area. I did and it worked well for me.As we have had snow/mud/ and other miscellaneous weather, our dogs have come in with slightly dirty paws - then jumped up on our leather chairs. This has left footprints ... doggie footprints on our chairs. Following the instructions, I was able to carefully clean the chairs using this cleaner and conditioner and was very impressed with the results.I received a complimentary sample to test for a review and am very satisfied that it works as described.
I've got two pieces of furniture that look like leather but are vinyl, a chair and loveseat.  They're really nice pieces but my kids had marked them up with pens and markers.  Nothing that I tried before got that off.  This leather cleaner did.  I'm really happy about that.This cleaner works on vinyl fabric and makes it look a lot newer.  I recommend it.  Sample provided for review.
I have been using this leather cleaner over the last month. We have older (nearly 15 years old) saddle leather couches that have a few stains from their years of use - they also take a beating from the sun.The sun has a tendency to crack from direct exposure. This premium leather leather cleaner has done a great job in restoring the leather while making a few of the stains less noticeable.It is important to remember that if you have any deep set stains - you probably won't be able to eliminate them, but you can make them less noticeable.Notes-- Did not stain or darken the leather- Did help to reduce the appearance of the stains.- Definitely helped to soften the areas that had been cracked by the sun.- Very easy to apply and does not have an odor.Final Verdict - A top notch leather cleaner - it removed some water stains on our leather couch and added moisture - it worked very well.5 StarsPlease Note I received this product in exchange for an unbiased review
I've been using the Griot's Garage brand leather cleaner for years to clean the leather seats in my car. Although that has worked very well, this has impressed me enough to become my regular cleaner.The cleaner is on the thick side, which is a big plus for me. My one complaint with the Griot's cleaner was that it was thin and runny, making it difficult to do vertical surfaces without creating a bit of a mess. This cleaner clings well to both the cleaning cloth (I used a microfiber cloth) and the surface being cleaned.It spreads easily and does an excellent job of cleaning. I was able to get out some ground-in dirt along the base of the seat and the trim areas from dirty shoes (winter time gunk is in full force!). Lifted out the dirt without any fuss.I'm also very pleased with the shine it leaves behind after buffing. It's a very "natural" looking shine, and leaves the seat soft and smooth.It has virtually zero scent. That's a plus most of the time, but I have to say that I sort of miss the scent of the Griot's cleaner a little bit since it had a great "new car" smell.Although it's about the same price as the Griot's brand, in comparison with "common brand" leather cleaners (such as Mothers and other similar brands) it is a bit pricey. But since just a little of this goes a long way, plus the fact that it works so well, I would consider it to be a good value.Highly recommend![Sample provided for review]
I was mainly interested in using the Premium Leather Cleaner & Conditioner for my Merrells.  I wear them a lot and figured they needed a bit of a pick-me-up and had been using Scotchgard Shoe Guard.  Now the Scotchgard works nicely as a pick-me-up, but doesn't really condition the shoes. They were starting to show their age a tad, but needed a little something extra to really bring them back to life, not just polish them up.I also applied them to an old, worn pair of leather shoes as shown in the video.  The Premium Leather Cleaner & Conditioner really brought them back to life, paint specks and all.  It is a creamy whitish formula that I simply used a soft cloth to apply.  When I did this, with both my Merrells and the old pair of shoes, a considerable amount of dirt was removed at the same time.  I did not have to clean the shoes prior to polishing because this formula managed to do it for me.FEATURES:&#9658;  Easy to Use&#9658;  Can also be used on Vinyls&#9658;  Can be buffed to a soft luster&#9658;  Retards water spotting&#9658;  Contains no solvents or harsh chemicals&#9658;  Proudly made in the USAThe Merrills really looked like new, save for the creases I've generated from walking.  Stepping back from the old pair of shoes and looking at them, it's hard to tell that they are as old as they are.  The fact that they are resists soiling and retards waterspotting is a real plus.  The type of leather these shoes have is not likely to absorb water readily, but I do appreciate that added protection.  I would not use this on suede, nubuck, or textured leather because it simply absorbs the polish and darkens the leather considerably, something you may not like.Sample provided for review.
I used the Vital Brandz leather cleaner and conditioner on our two vehicles: my wife's pickup truck and my SUV. Neither vehicle has any leather, but the SUV has a vinyl dashboard and door panels, and the pickup truck has vinyl and plastic door panels. The pickup truck is 18 years old and has not had a thorough interior cleaning in some time, so the door panels were pretty filthy with ground in dirt and oils. Using a clean rag, the leather cleaner was remarkably effective in removing the dirt, and after some buffing, it looked great - maybe not like new, but very much improved. On the plastic section of the door panel, the leather cleaner was not as effective in removing dirt, however.On my SUV, the dashboard was pretty clean, but a little light buffing after wiping on some of the leather cleaner shined it up nicely. I've used several cleaning and protective products over the years, and the Vital Brands cleaner and conditioner appears to be as effective as any of them on vinyl interiors. I'll be interested in using the product again in a few months when the sun and the scorching summer temperatures take their toll on a car's interior finishes.For now, though, I'm pleased with the product. It certainly appears to be effective for cleaning and conditioning vinyl.A product sample was provided by the manufacturer for review purposes.
I don't own much in the way of leather, but I do have a truck with a whole lot of vinyl in it.  I tried this cleaner on both the one leather recliner I have, and, on the well worn seats in my truck.  Both the stains on the chair, and the streaks of ground in dirt on the seats in my truck cleaned up very quickly.  This stuff worked very well at really getting out the stains and dirt without a lot of hard scrubbing, and the smell of it is not offensive at all.  And I had no adverse results from it as to darkening or residue. One thing I would suggest with this is that you pay attention to the notes in the product description as to using it.  The directions on the bottle are minimal, and in the description here much more detailed.  Also, I really had the best results with this using a piece of cheesecloth, rather than some old rag.  The cheesecloth is almost entirely lint free, and really absorbs the stains/dirt much better than some old tee shirt.  Overall I highly recommend this cleaner for both its ease of use, and excellent results...: )A free bottle of this was offered to me in exchange for a fair and honest review...
I have some Cole Haan boots that I loved. But I made the mistake of wearing them out in Pittsburgh and they were a muddy, funky mess. I wiped off what I could but the black suede still had tan/brown spots where it soaked in. :(. I kept them but haven't ever worn them again because I would look homeless and pathetic.I used this product and am amazed. The funk and mud just came easily off. They're clean and look like new. It didn't damage the suede at all.Highly recommend!
I FIRST USED THE LEATHER CLEANER AND CONDITIONER ON THE LEATHER SEATS IN THE INFINITE G37S.  WOW! THIS STUFF REALLY WORKS AND REMOVED THE DIRT FROM THE LEATHER AND CONDITIONED IT TOO.  LOOKS ALMOST LIKE NEW,  THEN I USED IN THE THE DELUXE MOTOR HOME WITH PREMIUM LEATHER SEATS AND SAME STORY.  A LITTLE BIT GOES A LONG WAY AND I CLEANED/CONDITIONED SIX LEATHER SEATS AND USED ABOUT ONE HALF THE BOTTLE.  I WOULD RECOMMEND IT HIGHLY BECAUSE IT IS INEXPENSIVE AND DOES THE JOB WELL.
This is very nice to charge (bulk and absorption charge) and trickle charge (float) flooded (water/acid) car batteries. It is supposed to remove plate sulfation and I assume it does. Any vehicle that sits unused for more than a week should be on a trickle charger, if longer, it should be on a float charger with desulfator. It has a built-in ambient temperature sensor, you get freebies from the MFG (a battery condition indicator), and plugs into a wall outlet. It is very easy to use and nice to have. It will not charge a battery outside if it is below 32 degrees farenheit. Read the specs.I recommend, would buy again, and I hope this helps someone.
I'm not sure how well the desulfating feature works, but this charger/maintainer keeps my battery charged. That's all I need it to do.
Most such products are not temperature compensated, and this one is. That feature is critical for properly setting the charging voltages.  This product is best for maintaining batteries but I would not try to use it for charging large, deeply discharged batteries, especially under temperatures much less than 70F.  Use the 2-4-8 amp version with remote temperature probe for those situations.
i own two of these. one for the harley and one for the polaris 700. a must have if u own any toys that have batteries. they are worth every penny u pay for them. u will get 4 times the life out of ur battery. a no brainer in my book
I really like the BatteryMINDer Model 1500: 12 Volt 1.5 Amp Charger/Maintainer/Desulfator.This unit works exactly as described. Works very well and I'm 100% plus happy with it.
Yes it is pricey, but even pricier if you count the mistake I bought and threw away before this purchase!This is a tender that is better than most of the other chargers in a higher price range.The material are made well and of high quality so that you get a product built to work and to last.Wish I knew about this brand earlier.  Better product materials and a better Product by design. Really.
This product isn't much better than a bucket of water.  If you car is relatively &#34;clean&#34; before you use this product then I can maybe see using it.  For any amount of dirt on the car beyond that it's not worth using because the water gets dirty too fast and begins to eliminate the ability to take more dirt off the car.  You end up moving dirt around on the car with a dirty cloth and dirty water.  Think micro scratches on your clear coat if you have a newer car.
Tons of reviews about how good this stuff works on cars. I love it too. But I decided to use it on my floor for a quick mopping. With warm water it worked great and left a nice slick feeling.
Ok, I don't know what is in this stuff but it's just like magic!  I use it on my RV!  For all of you that are in a &#34;NO WASHING YOUR RV&#34; park, this is the stuff for you!  It's got some sort of polymer that really does a clean job!  Weird, but it really works!
You get a LOT of product for the money.  Using a basic 2 bucket wash system with a grit guard and a pair of thick microfiber washmitts, I'm able to do a full rinse-less carwash in about 15 minutes without scratching or marring my paint.They call this waterless because you use two buckets - one with a solution of water an Optimum No-Rinse, and one with clean water.  You take your mitt, wash your car, and then rinse the mitt in the bucket with clean water.  Dip your mitt in the ONR solution and clean another panel on your car.  The solution helps you get rid of dirt while offering scratch/swirl protection (within limits) and helps dry without spots.lookup Optimum's dilution recommendations for mixing this with water to make your own quick detailer at cents per bottle - way cheaper than dropping $6 on a large bottle of Meguiar's quik detailer.
If you never had the chance to get that clean car feel and look in about five minutes then you need to get a bottle of this and go to town! This is the best product I've used in a long time with fantastic results!  Buy it now! Enjoy the look and feel of a just waxed car! Kelly K of Shiftn Steel Sport Riderz
This product is easy to use and does the job. Just be sure to use a good quality microfiber sponge and towels. If your car is really dirty its not the best thing to use because your water mix will get dirty quick as well as your sponge. Its more for maintenance washes where your car is not covered in dirt\grime.
I used a set of Rain-X Latitude wiper blades (one 20&#34; and one 24&#34; blade) for about a year and a half, and even after all that time, they still worked well. Granted, my car is garaged and is not exposed to the sun very much. Still, they have worked very well for me.After recently purchasing and installing a set of Latitude wiper blades, I found they were working very poorly. After getting upset at the poor performance, I discovered that the problem was not the wiper blades but me. I had neglected to remove the colorless plastic cover that protects the wiper blades while they are in the package!
This is my 3rd set. They last longer then other brands even with using rain-x on the windows and in the washer.
Amazon recently sold me a pair of these with an improved design that is less prone to coming apart - good news for users of the original design who may remember their clip separating from the blade on many occasions.These are actually worth the money. I was highly skeptical. Cheap blades are $10 and last six months. These are a little under $20 and last over a year without any significant loss in performance. And they're compatible with the RainX washer fluid to boot (won't turn orange or degrade).I had to knock off a star because every set of these for me will chatter and wiggle near the edges on occasion. It's because the blade isn't rigid enough. RainX needs to improve the design to increase lateral rigidity so that this doesn't happen. Out of the box, the rainx isn't as good as a regular blade. They seem to need a couple weeks to settle in after which point they work fine.
Tried them on one car and then reordered for a secon car as soon as I saw how well they worked I the heat and rain.Great price, great items, thank younAmazon!
worked great on my daily driver, no streaking, hoping they last a long time since they aren't the cheapest wipers.
A great 3-product package that includes everything you need to get the job done, including an apron.  I knew what to do with the restorer, but then was a bit confused on which product came next, the polish or the wax.  There's really nothing in the package that tells you which one to end with, so I picked the polish.  Either way, it did a good job on my running lights as well as all other parts, but they were the biggest surprise.  They were extremely hazy and cloudy and the restorer made them almost like new. Once I put the wax on them, they looked really good. I was impressed. I'm going to use this product on my car's fenders which are fiberglass as well and see if they get back in shape. This is definitely worth the money, but they need more complete instructions or at least put big numbers on the containers.  Three stars!
This is a really nice kit.  The quality cloths, pads and bag add a lot of value to this product.  And, there's quite a bit of wax, polish and oxidation remover included.  So, depending on the surface area of gel coat you need to work on, it should last a while.  I don't know for sure, but I expect the wax would be useable on auto finishes, since it is carnauba wax.  But, you may want to ask Meguiar's before you use it for that - I tried calling their customer service number to ask and gave up on waiting to get through.  Was tempted to knock off a star for that, but I expect most people wouldn't really care about that.  My boat is small, so I might like to use the wax on a car, but I'm not yet sure if it's OK.  In any event, this is a nice kit and your gel coat surfaces should respond well to it.
This is such a great kit. It has all the things you need to make your boat look so much better. My husband was able to polish on our boat that had white looking film stuff all over it.  It came out bright shiny like new look. We love it.
I have been a user of Meguiar's products for a number of years. From the automotive line of waxes, odor elliminators, scratch removers, etc, They have always came through for me. This new line is a perfect companion for maintaining your Boat or any material that is constructed with fiberglass. The restoration kit includes products that remove any hazes, water spots, etc. The polish creates and unbelievable shine that I could never achieve with any regular waxes. This kit comes with everything you will need to restore your finish to a showroom shine!
My boyfriend loves this marine fiberglass restoration kit.  He said this brand is high quality and works well.  He also said it is hard to find these products specifically for the boat and when he does it is a very small bottle and very expensive.  He loves the size of these bottles, that they all come in a kit and the price is not to bad.  He said these products work well and he would buy this again.
It looks so simple  but its very functional , if you do a lot of long distance driving this is a must have.
On a 2014 wrangler it was about a 10-minute install with no drilling or new hardware, only a 10mm wrench.  You don't even notice it once installed as your foot naturally rests on it, it doesn't bend or give way, and when you realize you are using it, you wonder why the factory didn't include it.
Nice dead pedal it works grate and leg goes naturaly on it, it was very easy installation and I'm giving to this product 5 stars, every jeep should come with this pedal
This dead pedal is one of the best things I've done to my Jeep. It feels factory installed once it's in there, I rest my foot on it all the time.
Product was exactly as described!  No defects or problems, recieved when promised, what you want when you order a product online. A much more comfortable ride on long trips.
awesome little product that has 3 different settings for different size people.  Easy to install and looks great.  No cutting or drilling required
I extended the SAE connector from the battery to the front of my DRZ.  Combine that with the Ram Mounts and I can have my Lumia for maps and music.
If it says battery tender it has to be good. This is a great little adapter for those of us who have battery tender cables hooked up to our motorcycles. It gives you an easy way to charge you phone while on the road. I love it
Great idea - such a simple/inexpensive solution...why didn't I think of that.  I have the Deltran battery tender cables connect to the battery on my Jeep and on my motorcycle.  I simply plug this item in and then attach the USB charger for whatever needs charging - couldn't be any easier.  Highly recommended.
now i can charge my phone on my bike! really only as emergency but thinking about wiring it up to handle bar for phone!
Bought this one to use it with my SAE quick disconnect connector on my motorcycle.this way you can charge your motorcycle while in the garage and use the connectorfor (re)charging your smartphone, GPS among other things while being on a tour.Bought this &#34;SAE to USB Adapter - Motorcycle Cell Phone Charger&#34; adapter before:But I have to admit that the red LED light which is always on when the adapter haspower (which is always when you directly connect your quick disconnect harnest toyour battery!). On the other hand the 081-0158 USB charger handles 2.1 amps!!!This is more than double of the 1 amps the other charger can deliver while riding.On the other hand I like that this USB charger adapter has a cap which protects theUSB slot from rain and dirt when you don't use it. Btw ... the sticker can be peeled off!
What else can I say?  It is DOA.  Tried with GPS, tried with Phone, tried different cables and didn't work.
I returned this product...I am sure it works real good as promised by Battery Tender..they are a reputable, quality minded company. I decided I really couldn't use this. If I go on long trips I will charge my cell phone at the motel...charges in 30 minutes from any wall outlet. I don't use the cell phone while I am riding...dah....not safe..,besides when I am on vacation cell phones aren't that important to me,  nor is the internet.GPS is the only thing I am interested in.
This is a product that has been needed for motorcycles for years.  Works great when another charger is needed.  Good value.
What a good idea, seriously! Using something that most of us already have on our bikes in order to add functionality is a great idea. The only thing is that you need to remember to unplug it when you leave your bike for a while. The circuitry will continue to operate, and while it is a tiny draw, a tiny draw over a week can = a dead battery.
I have to admit that right off the bat, I felt that it looked a little gimmicky. I didn't think it would make much of a difference whether I sanded with a regular sanding block, or with this one. First I slapped on a 600 grit square, one of a set of different grits that comes with this product. I sanded my wooden workpiece. As usual, the fine dust settled on my workpiece and my clothing. Then I connected the hose to the sanding block and the cone adapter. I fired up my vacuum cleaner on its lowest setting and started sanding again. There was considerably less dust. None on my clothing at all. I put my face up the sanding block and could hear and feel the air flow.I make small wooden signs. When I use a sanding block, I always have to go outside. With this tool, I can sand indoors with minimal cleanup.The way the hose connects to the sanding block could be a little more well engineered. It's sloppy looking but it works.
It always seems like the convenient thing to do would be to sand on site but that makes a mess. I used this to sand cabinet doors for painting. There was one coat on the doors but I thought I would have to remove them and do it out doors. Well, I tried this system and once I got the sanding rhythm down in sync with the vacuum, it worked very well and saved me so much time. My next project was a spot on the old pickup and you want no old chips or metal to mess up your paint. Even with sanding metal in an old garage with the vacuum running this kept the area pristine until I could prime the area that had rusted. Only two projects but a time saver and enabled me to do a neater job.
If you are working in a clean environment this is a great tool. Let's say you are doing a drywall repair in only one spot and the rest of the room is furnished. Capturing that airborne dust can save you a lot of time having to remove the dust from multifaceted surfaces in the room. This sander arrived at a time when I am doing whole rooms and doing some dry-walling at the same time. That creates a ton of dust consequently I have the furniture removed, and the floor papered off. I am using electric sanders with vac attachments to capture the bulk of the dust.If I was to get critical of the sanding kit is that it of course uses proprietary sandpaper. It has a felt backing that causes it to grip onto the sanding surface, and it has a series of small holes to let the dust get captured through the vac.So essentially if you have a large job it is best to mask off, or clear out the room and take advantage of electric sanders more readily. For smaller jobs in cleaner environments this sanding kit is great; mind you that there is no such thing as perfectly capturing all of the sanding dust. Also doing smaller jobs reduces the impact of having to use proprietary sandpaper since so much less of it is used. All in all it is a great addition to your arsenal.
This product is fine for very small jobs. Nothing spectacular or industrial. Very lightweight. If you are working on small furniture jobs in th ehouse, this will work very well and reduce dust.
My husband is a professional maintenance/painter/remodeling person and was very interested in testing out this sander.  Although it tends to lean more toward the car end of things, he managed to make it work fine for wall sanding, doors, and some fine sanding jobs that he found to test it on.  He worked a little on his van with it and I will update as he uses it on his van more with input.The sand paper wears down really fast (but he was not surprised by that), and in order to use this with the shop vac, he found that it had to be modified a bit.  The cone thing had to be put into the vacuum in a different way because it did not work as it was supposed to with the hose or set up.  The paper included in this unit seem to lean more toward auto work, by the way.As for longevity, he said that it is fine for doing with light sanding jobs, but for bigger jobs, it would be better to get something more solidly constructed.  He said that it was okay and decent for small jobs, but would not recommend it for doing an entire house or a large amount of automotive work. He felt that it was a bit too flimsy for that.All in all he rated this four stars and after watching him use this and assemble it, I would have to agree.  It is not awful, but it is not for heavy duty work or long jobs.
Maybe I'm a perfectionist (no I'm reslly not) or I'm just a klutz (a real possibility) but I have never been able to get good results with anything that was supposed to keep my work area clean.  This sanding kit is no exception.  I had a nice little job lined up for it - pulling out, filling and sanding the dent that I put in the rear of my Honda CRV.  Frankly, I gave up trying to use the kit to smooth out the Bondo and went "unprotected" - it was just so much easier and faster that way.
Does it work?  Yes, but does it work well enough to make a huge difference in how you go about a sanding project - no.What you get.  A sanding pad to hold specially made disks, a funky looking funnel thing and a length of cheap, light, flexible hose.  You are supposed to put these three things together and let me tell you, it is a pain to do.  The hose struggles to make a connection with the grip because the plug end is slightly too big and you really have to work to get it on.  At the other end, you have a different problem... the hose is slightly too big to make a secure connection and it easily dislodges.  It was like a guy found this stuff lying around and said "hey - look what I can make out of these three things!".Once you get it together, you can not secure it to the vacuum unless it is already running.  Okay - I can live with that but it is still kind of a kludge design.  Get it all hooked up and running and the hose shortens right up and loses much of its flexibility.On the working and, it is sucking up dust pretty well, but it is a pain to work with all these limitations in the design.  I find myself ditching this contraption and grabbing good old sandpaper.Then when I am done - I have to clean this thing up and find a place to keep it.Bottom line is - I will hold on to this... for now but I suspect that this will end up in the trash at some point.  I certainly would not recommend buying it.  It is not worth it.
This sanding kit came in handy for me, and I was happy to see that it worked very well at sucking up the dust while sanding some furniture. I had no trouble attaching it to the vacuum.  The biggest  issue I see with this is that it is a bit flimsy, so I handled it with care.  It  comes with a 5 pack of sandpaper, of assorted grit, so be prepared to buy more.  For the occasional sanding job, I think this product is a winner.
I am a do-it-yourself-'er of many years and have done a lot of sanding in my day.  I find the 3M 03209 sand kit to be not worth the trouble and awkward to use.  Hand sanding typically does not distribute sand dust all over the place anyway but tends to fall down straight for the most part.  This is easily dealt with by keeping a vacuum next to where one is sanding and just sucking it up once in a while.The hose makes my sanding style cumbersome and awkward,  not to mention that getting it hooked up to my shop vac is quite a hassle,  and so is changing the sand paper because the contraption has to be reattached to the shop vac every time the sand paper is changed.Dragging the hose around is a real drag.The quality seems rather flimsy as well.I also would rather hand sand in peace and quiet without hearing a loud shop vac going the whole time.The bottom line:  If this attachment were made for an electric sander that blows stuff all over the place then maybe it would be tolerable.For hand sanding I will stick to the old fashioned way!  Unfortunately I don't see the need for this type of gadget.
Over the years I've been incredibly impressed with the expertise of the folks at 3M when it comes to both abrasives and adhesives, both as a consumer and as a product development designer and production manager. I cannot think of a single challenge in either of these fields where they've either not already had in their product mix a perfect solution or where their engineers didn't come up with one very quickly. This Clean Sand Kit easily lives up to their stellar reputation and I was very pleased when I used it to sand several large skim coat areas of our newly remodeled kitchen at how effectively it did the job and kept the vast majority of the resulting dust safely in my shop vacuum. I previously had a somewhat similar device from Hyde that I was less then happy with (both from the effectiveness of the abrasive medium and how well it captured the resulting dust). This 3M product is clearly superior IMHO and I can heartily recommend it. Comes with adapters for both small and large port shop vacuums and is simple to set up and use.
I received this just in time to sand a newly installed ceiling in my dining room. The system is pretty simple... a sanding block, 8' of hose, and an attachment for connecting the hose to a shop vac. I wasn't happy at all with the way the attachment connects to my vacuum and like other reviewers, needed duct tape to make it work properly. Using this on a ceiling was probably the worst job I could have picked for it, since I had to contend with the weight of the sanding block, the entire length of hose, and about 2' of my shop vac hose. I later ended up using it for a smaller area on a wall, and it worked a lot better in this manner. The system does work decently for minimizing dust cleanup, but it's not quite the claimed 'most of the dust as it sands'. Biggest complaint would be the attachment that adapts the system to 'any' shop vac... as mentioned, it didn't hold very well for me and needed duct tape to secure it. It would be much more useful with an actual secure attachment.
The sander hooked up relatively easy to my shop vac. It also vacuums up a lot of the dust from sanding. I'm not quite sure it's worth the effort of setting up for small sanding jobs. For larger jobs it would get awkward maneuvering the hose (especially at higher spots). Not a bad product but certainly not the answer I had hoped for.
Bought this gauge to measure auto tire pressure. Valve that is already installed is not for standard auto tire. Remove valve and replace with other valve that was provided. Original valve had some hard sealant on threads to prevent air leak. I cleaned threads and put on some teflon tape and reinstalled other valve. I had to fold tape in half length wise since there are not too many threads. Now tight fit on my tires with no leak around valve. Good quality metal components.
YES!  This is a HUGE improvement over the gas station $1.99 pocket tire pressure gauges, will never go back!PRO:1.  Works awesome with either tip.2.  Accurate for shade tree mechanics and DIY guys and gals.3.  Built very well, will last a very long time.4.  Glow in the dark feature is a funny novelty.CON:1.  I had NO CLUE this had no memory feature.  Fool me once...shame on me....2.  I'm still upset that the liquid filled gauges are two and sometimes three times the price.3.  I should have bought the 52002 model for memory, but meh it's just a gauge.OTHER:If you want the memory feature, get the Longacre 52002, otherwise, remember what your pressure reading was when you take, because it'll be gone when you release from the valve stem.  So in other words if you suffer from really really really really short term memory loss, don't buy this.  Then again, if you have memory loss, please don't even get near a car, bike, or anything that needs this gauge, please don't drive a car period, that's downright scary!Peace!
This gauge seems accurate and is easy to get a reading with the angled tip.  I only wish it would hold reading but I understand there is a more expensive unit that holds pressure.  I did not see it when ordering or would have gone with that.  Very pleased with the ease of use.
The gauge is well made and very accurate. As others have stated, the valve to bleed off air is very handy. I simply over-inflate my tires by a bit then use the gauge and bleed off air until I get the correct setting and this avoids going back and forth to add and re-check the pressure. This gauge is built well enough to last for many years to come
The low profile tires common today require much closer pressure monitoring. Maintaining accurate tire pressure is even more critical with these tires. I became suspicious of the gauges I purchased at the local auto shop. When I compared 3 gauges the pressures varied by as much as 5 #. All my efforts monitoring and adjust pressures monthly were useless. This guage is not cheap but it is accurate. I had it checked out. Improperly inflated tires can cost you your life. Under inflated tires will fail in the sidewall. Over inflated tires increase stopping distances and cause premature wear. Get this gauge and check all tire gauges you and family and friends are using against it and feel good about your self.
I have had a chance to use this gauge several times over the last few weeks. I always overfill my tires by a few lbs and bleed off excess until the pressure is exact. I have used an Accugage for over 20 years and I still have it. This hose is somewhat stiff, but it is not bad and it does not interfere with use. As for this model not holding a reading, it doesn't need to. The proper way to use it is to depress the chuck onto the valve stem ONCE, bleed off excess, and then remove. None of this on, off, on , off stuff. The only people that do it that way are doing it wrong. Incidentally, the price is inexpensive. Actually it is cheap. A set of tires for my car costs about $1400 installed. I would pay whatever was necessary to ensure my safety. The cost of the gauge is trivial. Use it.......often.
Awesome!!!! Solid aluminum,quick install.  Stopped my hood from walkin while on the highway with a wind deflector. Stock rubber latches made me feel like the hood was gonna pop up. Not with these on my 09 wrangler
2012 Jeep JK.  I have been looking at hood latches since a trip to New Mexico at the end of last year.  There were 60-70 mph winds which I know in that area is not abnormal.  I had to slow down because the hood pulling up was a cause for alarm.  These beefy latches are big and strong.  The directions have great color pictures and it was an easy install.  It can be a tight fit to get to the back of the bottom latch so you need to have an assortment of wrenches and nut drivers.  Still it was less than 30 min for both sides.I have been in some strong winds since I installed these and the hood was tight and secure.
Every jeep shpuld have this on it, very easy installation and it changes the look and it keeps your hood very well secured
These are the hood clamps your jeep would come with if jeep wasn't mass produced.I love all the mopar  parts because there's no guilt about throwing them away,exspecially after you get your hands on some of these fine aftermarket parts.You will love these,guaranteed!
These rugged ridge hood latches not only look good they work.  The only reason for 4 stars is the instructions does not mention anything about needing to center the bolt.  When installing you will need to loosen the latch to fit the hood.  If you do not the bolt centered the bolt will pull out when you apply pressure to lock it.  The instructions also just mention pull of the factory latch which is a lot more difficult than just pulling them out.  For the driver side your fastest bet is to take out the 2 10mm bolts holding the washer fluid tank on.  one is located in front of it on the bottom and the other is on the top of the fender.  By doing this you can easily move the tank back a few inches and get to the bolt for the bottom latch. You will need to do the same method to get the new one on.  On the passenger side simply remove the lid of your air box, remove the filter and pull the base which just snaps in.  This makes it alot easier to get to that bolt as well.
These are much nicer than expected. Heavy duty, clean look, and the hood does not move at all now. I installed them on a 2014 Wrangler - fit no problems at all.  Great productInstall tip for the lower bolt - I used a smaller 3/8 ratchet and placed it in the body gap and put a regular (not deep well) socket on after putting the ratchet in. This worked well and greatly reduced my time on the second latch. Top bolts are simple. They were easy to adjust. Also, you have to remove one of the Allen shanks when installing - I put a little locktite on when reassembling for peace of mind. First time you open them don't let them drop on your color matched fenders as I did. No scratch, but after a few times I am sure it would scratch.Agree with the other reviewer that Jeep should put these on stock. This is my first Jeep and I was a more than a little surprised how much the hood came up on a drive from LA to Phx on the freeway.
5 stars for the looks and function, -1 star for being a pain to put the bottom end on due to jeeps tight tolerances!  seriously, i had to pull off the grill and borrow a socket wrench with an adjustable head to get ahold of the nuts, once you do its a breeze, and the top part is painless to change out.  when you go to install these the you tube video for the install itself and the one on how to easily remove your grill help tremendously to watch first.  as for threading the nut and washer on in a space to tight for any human hand to reach, i taked the nut and washer to a wrench, leaving the washer side hole open, got the bolt a couple threads in and yanked off the taped wrench to swap in the socket driver to tighten.
I bought these to put on my 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon (JKU) and they are awesome...After a particularly windy road trip, I was fed up with the hood &#34;flutter&#34; that nearly everyone who owns one of these vehicles experiences. This is when you're driving and a gust of wind makes your hood wobble, shake, vibrate or flutter up and down. It's unsettling to say the least. For someone like me who's had a hood come up on the highway ('77 Bronco) and do significant damage to the vehicle, not to mention scare the crap out of me, this is unnacceptable.After reading some reviews, I bought these. They are excellent., Shipping was fast, packaging was nice, instructions were nicely printed and very clear. It took me about 30 minutes to get the old hood latches off and put these on. It;s a little tricky to get at the bolts holding the bottom latches for removal and install, but it's nothing crazy. I was able t do it with a little patience and persistence.I've only had them on for a day, but so far my impression is that these are 100% awesome. If they fall apart or have finish issues or anything, I'll update this review.  They compliment the rough and ready look of my Jeep and there's is NO hood flutter. They're rock solid. Highly recommended.
These cloths are fairly large, suitable for cleaning or drying a car.  The microfiber is plush and thick.  These are not chintzy cloths, despite the &#34;AmazonBasics&#34; moniker.  They're every bit as good as the ones I've picked up at auto supply stores for much more money.They are a bit large to use for dusting in the house but would be fine for larger cleaning projects where you want to be careful not to scratch the surface you're cleaning.  Highly recommended.
These large 16x24 inch micro-fiber cloths are of good quality and a little bit thicker than regular cloths.  The quality seems good and the large size is very handy for big clean up jobs.  These things are great for kitchens and bathrooms and any general cleaning chore you  have.  You can rinse them in plain water and they discard most debris easily and are ready for the next job.  If you wash in a washer (rarely needed, in my opinion) do NOT use fabric softener. Best to just rinse these or use a mild bit of soap, if necessary.  They dry very quickly. Just hang them up on anything handy.I love these things and have several different sizes that I keep around for everything, wiping laptop screens, cell phones, tablets, cleaning kitchen counters, bathroom sinks and tile, almost any cleaning task that comes up. I keep one in my car for cleaning windows, the dash and seats -- very handy and works great (no cleanser needed for most things, just dry (dusting) or some water).These are as good as any I have used and the price seems fair for the larger size and good quality.
Even after readingthe other reviews I went a head and ordered these ultra thick towel because everyone's opinion is different.  I will say that I have to agree with others who have said that these are certainly not ultra thick.  I will say that they are thicker than all the other generic microfiber towels I have gotten at this or even slightly higher price range. They are not a bad cloth.  I like they for the size and thickness over some others that I have, but just do not put too much weight into the ultra thick title of the product.  I would probably just classify them as thick and be done with it.  Re-title the product and it is very close if not for sure a 5 star product.
Bought these for cleaning the acrylic windshield on my Ranger.  They appear soft and large enough for what I need.
These are thicker & bigger than other microfiber towels I own which makes them more absorbent & good for big cleaning projects.  They measure 16&#34;x24&#34;.They go through the wash & dry quickly.  A very good quality microfiber towel at a good price.
I have used microfiber cleaning cloth for years on my electronics- like monitors and TVs. They work great and I can wash them in the laundry. I&#8217;ve often wished there was an equivalent product for general dusting. I have a lot of open shelves with nicknacks on them. With the windows open in the summer a lot of dust blows in. Regular cloth seems to just move dust as much as it picks up.So now I have  something that will attract the dust like a magnet. I&#8217;m thrilled that dusting just got much easier. Others don&#8217;t seem to like the large size. I find it a huge advantage. Its twice the size of my current microfiber cloths.
Another great value offering from Amazon Basics. Like Home Theatre cables that you can end up spending way more money that you should have to (most of which, for nothing more than hype), &#34;Microfiber&#34; seems to be in the same situation. This quality microfiber product at such an affordable price disproves that you have to spend a lot to get quality when it comes to microfiber and kudos to Amazon for offering such a package.Thusfar I've used these cloths to clean my expensive sunglasses and to wipe off polish when cleaning my car, both of which I would never, ever trust the use of an average towel or cloth to do. The cloths have worked out wonderfully.
It's that time again for the semi-annual window cleaning exercise. And these microfiber cloths arrived at the right time. They work great, especially for cleaning windows. There's really no need to use a chemical there, just a little vinegar and hot water, and you get clean, streak-less results. Use one to wash, another to dry. The cloths are very thick and the 16&#34; x 24&#34; size makes these great around the house for all sorts of cleaning jobs.Save your old tee shirts for greasy jobs. Get these for everyday tasks around the house.
This drying chamois is synthetic -- it's not leather like a real chamois.  That said, it gets the job done and costs less.  I've used them to dry our cars after thorough washings.  The end result is a good, clean shine without streaks or scratches.  They really do suck up water well.  Recommended.
Does it soak up water? Yes. Is it convenient to use? No.Pros:1) Soaks up waterCons:1) You have to keep it damp or it dries up hard as a rock2) You are supposed to keep it rolled up, moist, and stored in a plastic box3) If you try opening a dry, folded towel before it gets moist enough to "unstick" from itself, you can actually tear the outer layer off (this is constructed with 2 outer layers and an inside of cloth mesh)4) Hard to wipe anything with because it is "sticky" on surfacesIf you regularly have a situation where you need to soak up water, perhaps this is worth the requirements to keep it functional, but for me, it's too much to deal with.
Ok... it was a little weird opening the storage tube and getting a damp cloth that is used for drying. But it works!  It shined my mirrors and cleaned up a few spills from my kids.  It wrings out well.Next I will try it to 'squeeze' out the liquid from my sweaters after hand washing. I may keep the second one in the car to use after the car wash.
Prior to the advent of microfiber towels, chamois was the material of choice for scratch-free drying of everything from cars to windows.  I was more than glad to give these Amazon Basics Drying Chamois a try.Likes:*Two large 26x17&#34; chamois towels with convenient plastic storage tubes.*Can use these to dry almost anything.  We've used them for table/countertop spills, drying mirrors and windows, drying/polishing faucets and door handles/knobs, polishing hardwood surfaces, and drying vehicles, etc.*Easily wrings out to absorb more water.*Doesn't leave any lint particles like cotton towels.*Doesn't scratch surfaces like paper towels.*OK to store damp in the plastic tubes here in very dry southern. Cal.Concerns:*Grease and tar stains can be harder to wash out than micorfiber towels.*Doesn't polish plastic surfaces as well as microfiber towels.*Difficult to polish dry surfaces if the chamois isn't damp.*If not washed out carefully after each use, ANY minor stains or debris on the chamois will cause scratching on delicate surfaces later.Overall:A classic material for drying and polishing but requires slightly more care to maintain cleaniness, suppleness, and scratch-free compared to microfiber towels.
First you get two chamois that come with plastic storage containers. I've used similar products so this isn't new but they do soak up water fast and hold a lot. To ring out simply twist and much of the liquid comes out. I use mine to soak up water left on my car after washing, they are very soft so as long as you keep them clean you should be safe from scratching the cars finish! They are machine washable just don't use fabric softener, you also don't want them to dry out. Store damp in the included plastic containers. I always rinse in water with a little bleach before storing, this will prevent them from molding and mildew. If you use them every week don't worry about the bleach but after a few weeks in the right conditions they can get fairly rude smelling. If they do get mildewed soak in a gallon of water with 2 table spoons of bleach for a few hours, ring out and store in the containers.  They never leave behind lint so great for windows and dashboards too! For the price you can't beat this deal, get a pair and try them out, from the car to the Kitchen they're great for clean ups.
About 22 years ago I encountered my first synthetic fabric drying cloth.  It was so effective, I bought another one for the other surfaced that needed drying.  Speed forward into the current century and AmazonBasics introduced its version of a Drying Chamois that is every bit as good or even better when price is introduced into the mixture.I was showing one of these to a friend and he said they are real skin and refused to listen to my argument that they are synthetic cloth made to act and look like the real thing.  It took his looking through a 10X loupe to see the threads running through the fabric to agree with me.  The point is these chamois are working better than the real thing from my standpoint and after using both, I would not revert to the old ways.They maintain moisture for quite some time and are ready to go to work right out of the container.  And they work on almost any wet surface.  I use one for the dogs when they get wet while outside and finish them off with the microfiber wet collector.  Vehicles and glass come clean and dry in little time, plus it is easier just to drag the chamois across the surface and permit the slight left over water to dry naturally.This  product is truly one of those that &#34;every home needs at least two&#34; of them.
My first thought was to use it to dry my van. Chamois are non scratchy, leave it looking like you bought the expensive car wash and dry, and you can fold them into the shape most comfortable for your hand. They work great for light damp cleaning of kitchen appliances. I like using them in place of sponges that drip. Unlike wet cloth, they don&#8217;t leave pieces of lint behind.
The first thing I noticed when I opened the plastic sleeve containing the AmazonBasics Drying Chamois was that it was damp. A quick look at the instructions confirmed that yes, they were supposed to be stored damp. They appear to be mildew resistant, and so far no problems, but there is no explanation in the instructions or on the webpage on how this is accomplished. Before I would use these to dry dishes or a pet, I would like to know what chemicals, if any, are on them. For other cleaning tasks, I'm not worried.In addition to drying my cars, this chamois works beautifully on windows. I washed all the windows on my house, inside and out, and used the chamois to dry them. They were lint free and streak free - and look so much better than they did when I used a squeegee and a towel. Clean-up was simple. I just rinsed out the chamois, wrung out the excess water, rolled it up damp and put it back in its plastic case. There are two in the box, so I've designated one for dirty chores and one for clean chores so I don't have to wash them with soap every time I use them.And a pleasant surprise, these arrived in frustration free packaging in the form of an easy to open box! I was very pleased not to have to weild a box-cutter and fight to cut plastic.
These chamois things are some fascinating objects! These are my first chamois, I've never dealt with them before and never knew that their texture is like if you took some firm pudding and rubberized it! At the same time, you'd think it would repel water...But quite the opposite! So cool!This product is a 2-piece set. Each chamois comes pre-moistened and sealed in plastic wrap and also in their own plastic containers. Upon opening the container and taking off the wrap, the chamois is already ready to go to work.I put them right to work drying off my car after a wash. I drape the chamois onto the wet areas like you drape a blanket on the sand when you go to the beach, then pulling the chamois back to me and keep repeating until car is dry. These things are godsends! Just wring them out every so often and keep going until the job is done. Doesn't get easier or better than that!Since these chamois are more like a skin than a towel, there's no lint whatsoever which also makes it great for cleaning off the windshield and windows.When you're done, just rinse them out a few times to get them clean, then roll them up and back into the containers they came in, then put them away...Takes up about the same amount of space and a folded hand towel! Well recommended.
This chamois is pretty much the same product as what we've all come to know as the &#34;Absorber&#34; which was released many years ago as the first commercially pushed drying product. It does soak up water well, but tends to leave small droplets on the car. I actually prefer not using a chamois on the car, and using Adams Great White Drying towel (http://www.amazon.com/Adams-Great-White-Drying-Towel/dp/B001QVI57M). It produces a much better drying effect and you'd be amazed at how much it can soak up.As some of the marketing pictures for the Amazon Chamois refer to, I may leave these around the kitchen for cleanups and maybe one on the boat.
These are the absolute best to soak up water. My favorite use is after washing the car. Not only do they quickly and totally absorb the water, they leave the car streakless and spotless. They are easily reusable, just wring out the excess water and let them hang dry. The cloths are also huge, measuring 26&#34; x 17&#34;, so the two-pack is perfect. I also like that Amazon packages these in a very minimalistic brown cardboard box, with no annoying plastic shrink wrap to fight with. A great buy at $13 for the pair!
I didn't have high expectations for these as many products claim to have super absorbing attributes, but these really surprised me!I saw another reviewer used them on her cat, so of course we had to try it out on ours! He got all muddy and wet when it rained the other day and these really did the job. I they are perfect for the car, post car wash, spills, and accidents.
My smallest dog has a habit of rolling in stinky stuff lately, so she's had three baths in the past couple weeks. This chamois has made her baths so much less traumatic - for me in particular. She doesn't seem to feel the need to run at breakneck speeds for the couch to rub herself dry.There is no bad smell to grow accustomed to. And they wash quite well. (They do need to stay slightly damp and be kept in their container.) The size makes the towel even more handy. Just big enough to get cars dried off.I am very pleased and highly recommend for purchase.
The Camco Sanitation Kit has everything you need to take care of your RV's sanitation needs.The kit comes with a Rhino Flex RV Sewer Kit that has pre-attached swivel fittings and a hose that stretches up to 15 ft. You'll also get a pack of RV toilet treatments drop-in tablets (quantity &#8211; 15 treatments), a RV sewer hose rinser, Sidewinder Sewer Hose Support and a even a 100-pack of disposable gloves to complete the kit.This kit is a great deal because we had purchased a similar hose kit and the exact Sidewinder hose support and paid $60 just for those two items at our local Walmart.You pay not ever need the Sidewinder if you only pull up and dump at the park's dump station but if you leave your RV connected to a septic system or go to a park that has a full hook-up at your camping spot then the Sidewinder is very convenient. It works by allowing gravity to aid in eliminating waste in the sewer hose.  We didn't buy one of these when we first started RVing but we found that we really did need one of these and consider it a must now for proper drainage.The RV sewer hose rinser works by attaching one end to your garden hose and the other to the sewer hose allowing you to rinse it out without having to worry about getting yourself wet or dirty.The RV toilet treatment drop-ins can be added to your holding tank or your grey water tank.The gloves are just cheap disposable, latex-free gloves but that's all you really need.
This is a kit that contains a $30 hose, a $30 hose support and some extras (disposable gloves, tank drop-ins for odor and a rinse cap).  It is everything to get you started if you have nothing...Pros:  The hose comes with end caps to keep drips from wandering after dumping.  The hose compresses and stays that way until you need to expand it.  The hose support also expands to match the length that the hose is expanded for a given campsite.  Plus, it&#8217;s compact, light weight and has a carrying handle.  The gloves come in a box that has self-adhesive strips for mounting it to a convenient spot in the RV.  The rinse cap has an integrated ball valve to turn the water on/off.  It doubles as an end cap if needed.  It is easier than trying to rinse the hose out with just a garden hose because you can hold one end of the dump hose up to allow rinse water to fill the dump hose.Cons:  Gloves are nothing special.  I prefer better fitting latex or vinyl gloves used for painting.  I probably won&#8217;t use the rinse cap a lot because I dump black water first, then grey (soapy) water second.  It would be nice to have a clear fitting instead of a white one to tell when the tank has finished dumping, but you can usually tell by sound.  The hose does not look as durable as the Valterra hose that I currently have.  I&#8217;m not sure how it will handle multiple cycles of expanding/contracting or dragging across concrete.  There are heavier duty hoses available for about $15 more.  The Valterra hose is made from a spiral metal wire, wrapped in vinyl.  The Camco hose does not appear to have any metal in it.I didn&#8217;t try out the tank drop-ins yet, but I will in the next month.Overall, this is a great kit at a fair price ($60) that will get you started with your RV.
The drain hose, support and washer worked as designed but the question for me is storage, I don't imagine the drain hose will fit in a bumper tube, and I don't have a bumper tube to test it. The collapsible design of the support and hose does reduce the storage size and hose comes with storage caps so it will store in an exterior compartment. This kit thoughtfully comes with disposable gloves and drop ins for the toilet.  After testing it on our trailer, I can say the fittings work well, and we had no issues with leaks.
This is your basic RV sewer hookup kit.We have a Camco sewer hose just like the one in this kit that we have been using for years.The slant hose guide does a great job of using gravity to keep things moving on down the hose.
This is a handy kit, especially for beginners but even life-long campers like us can appreciate the convenience of just grabbing everything you need in one go.  They didn't go cheap on the hose quality either, it is well-built. The gloves are standard issue gloves, but they get the nasty job done.  The citrus drop ins are going to become a long-term use product for us, even when we are out of the ones that come in the kit, I like the simplicity of them and the fresh scent.
All in one and appears well made and suits our purpose.Bought product all from one supplier so all things fit easily.
When we rent out an RV and go with our kids - while safety of sleeping in campgrounds is one concern, the only other concern is the sanitizing the RV !The rental RV come with very limited set of tools to sanitize and RV and with week long trips that we typically take - it becomes our responsibility and need to maintain it well.this comes with the complete set of stuff required to clean an RV, to drain the sewer into a tank, clean with the drop-ins (orange oil based) which makes it smell clean.  We did use this on one of our trips and very satisfied with it.
I'm using this light in a small (12 x 12) hay shed without power. It was easy to mount. The solar panel is on the south outside wall and the light is inside. I like that it comes on when I enter the shed to make doing chores after dark easy (and flashlight-free) but doesn't stay on all night to bother the nearby animals. And of course, I like the free light!I've only had this light a short while, but I've had other sunforce solar motion lights for a couple years. They were convenient, but had a lower output (but fine for entrance security lights). This one is better for my current use.
We put the light on the back of the house. The installation is pretty straightforward and easy. It gives quite a lot of light, and it turns off after it stops detecting motion. With the lowest light duration option it works for about 50 seconds. You can adjust it so it will work during the day, too, for inside of the shed, for example.
Well-built metal, plastic frame with glass over LEDs, 15 feet of wire to run between light and solar panel. Rubber coverings over switched for waterproofing. Has an on/off switch with light sensing dial for how dark you want it to be before lights will even turn on. Or can even use in daylight. A timer adjuster for how long you want the lights to stay on and a sensitivity dial for motion detection. It also has a replaceable battery pack, (this is an improvement over an old one I had, not sure if it was same company though similar in looks and function) Comes with a one-year warranty. It allows the sensor to be moved for motion detection separate from the light. We installed inside a large shed that has no power, the cord to solar panel leading out under trim and drip edge to roof. Now when we go into for tools, shovels etc it lights up the whole thing and turns off after we leave. Maybe not the way everyone would use it but it works great for us. We like it. See how long the battery lasts and will update down the road.
The house I live in didn&#8217;t have much in the way of outdoor lighting when I moved in. With one dual-light spotlight in front yard and one single-light spotlight in the backyard, most of the yard was dark. Having built a patio out back last year, one of my priorities was fixing the lighting situation. I put one solar spotlight on the patio, but the other side of the backyard still need something. I opted for the Sunforce 82080 80-LED Solar Motion Light.With this light, I didn&#8217;t have to worry about running electrical to that side of the house, which made installation a lot easier. I also like that the solar feature means this light won&#8217;t add to my electric bill.I don&#8217;t have a drill that goes into brick, so my neighbor helped me install it using his drill. He installed the solar panel on the end of the house that gets full sun all day, and put the light itself around the corner where it could light up half the backyard. The long cable between the solar panel and the light means you can put the solar panel someplace different than the light if the light is to be hung in a shady area.We had some burglaries in our neighborhood a few months ago, and so one of the things that drew me to this light was the motion detection feature. My hope is that if the light comes on, it may deter a burglar if they think they can be spotted easier. Also, if someone is creeping around the house, there is a better chance one of my neighbors might notice if the area is lit up. The light goes off when no motion is detected, and comes on for several minutes when it does sense motion.You can adjust the time duration and the motion detection range to whatever your preference is.This light has served well since I installed it. I&#8217;m looking at getting another for the other side of the house soon. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a solar motion detection spotlight for outside.
This LED flood light is powered via a solar panel that can be mounted up to 15 feet away, you'll want to find a good sunny spot to mount the solar panel. The motion sensor works well when triggered by movement near the light head, the LEDs are bright enough to light up a doorway but has limited reach so don't expect this to light up your yard. The LEDs have a blue tint so don't expect a white light. to keep cost down a lower grade LED is used but they don't bother me. All mounting hardware is included with this light. The battery is a 3 cell AA type rechargeable pack that is replaceable if it ever fails.
These are great lights and worth the price.  About two years ago I bought several of these but with 60 LED lights.  Not all of the LED lights in the 60 light set worked, but enough did to cast a fairly good light.  The 80 LED is brighter, but both are very good.  I have placed this particular light underneath the eave but with the solar collector out to collect sunlight.  I absolutely love the motion detection feature and that was what really sold me on the other similar lights that I already purchased.I won't go into the details of the lights since the other reviewers have covered that aspect quite well, but I will say that these lights are not difficult to install, seem very durable and I expect them to last a long, long time.  My 60 LED lights are still going strong after 2 years and this one should too.
I've been using the 60 LED version of this light for nearly a year.  The 80 LED light is virtually identical, other than being brighter because of the extra 20 lights.  When you first get your light the battery is powered, but I recommend you follow the directions and let it charge for several days with the light switch in the off position to fully charge.  There are 3 settings to customize the light to your needs.  One sets the length of time the light will stay on when triggered. Another sets the sensitivity- or the distance at which movement is detected to trigger the light.  The third determines if the light will come on at dusk, dull daylight or if it will only come on if it's pitch dark.  The dials are marked form minimum to maximum for each of the three settings.  I don't know if its just me, but I find the dial markings cryptic, hard to see and somewhat worthless.  The only way I can get it set up is to turn each dial fully to one extreme and wave my hand in front of the sensor.  If the light comes on in a well lit room and stays on for a long time and I know I want it to only come on when it's pretty dark and maybe not stay on the maximum time, I can turn the time and "Lux" dial partway the opposite direction.  For my use, I like the sensitivity on MAX.Once, I had trouble with my 60 LED light when it quit working for no reason.  I contacted the manufacturer and they did a great job of troubleshooting the problem.  The fix was to switch it off for a couple of days and let it charge and reset.  After doing that, I've never had another problem since.  Both of my lamps are somewhat sheltered under the eaves of the house but the solar panels are fully exposed to the elements and I haven't had any problems with water effecting either the light or the solar panel.I'm completely sold on these lights.  If you've got an area that needs light but doesn't have electricity- these are definitely the way to go.
If you're considering a solar-powered LED light for your garage or drive then you're probably in a situation where running a hard line is prohibitive or just something you don't want to mess with. So a solar light seems to be a perfect solution in that situation. I do want to point out that no current solar powered LED light can come close to a hardwired incandescent light. They're getting better and brighter and are lasting longer even on dull days, but you have to adjust your expectations and consider the juice required to get two 150 watt bulbs to light up. You just can't squeeze that kind of power out of a one foot square solar panel, not even close.However this light is the best and brightest I've installed, and works exactly as specified. Having a separate solar panel allows for mounting on the corner of your house or shed away from the light itself - up to fifteen feet using the small speaker wire supplied. This is good because you'll probably be mounting this under an eave or gutter where the sun doesn't shine and the wire is easy to staple down and tuck away.Once mounted, I decided to let it charge fully for two days with the unit in the off position. This isn't totally necessary but will effectively allow the light to have electricity &#34;buffered&#34; for those cloudy days so I recommend it. As with most motion sensitive lights you can set the sensitivity, duration and dusk/dawn options. This all worked as expected and I've had zero issues since installation. I haven't checked the specs but usually the rechargeable batteries aren't the highest grade and I may replace them towards next winter with 3200mah batts, should the need arise.So a really quick installation with virtually no fuss resulted in a perfect solar light that has a brightness that's surprising. The best solar light I own and I'm thinking of picking up a couple more for the rear of the house. Recommended.
This is a very convenient product that you can install just about anywhere without having to have an electrical connection.I installed one on the side of the house and it's so nice how it lights my way when taking out the garbage after dark and my hands are full. I'm going to install another up at the cabin to scare the critters away without having to leave the electricity on.It has settings for sensitivity and duration. There's also an ON/OFF/AUTO switch if you want that, but typically you'll just install it, perhaps on the eaves of the house, and leave it on AUTO.The only reason I don't go for the full 5 stars is it doesn't feel super rugged. I'd rather pay a couple bucks more and have it feel more substantial. The other reason is that I bought 2 of these last year - one is still going strong but the other one stopped working (bad switch) after just a couple of days (unfortunately, I didn't install it until long after the return period was over). So mixed bag - great product and seems to hold up fairly well as long (as it's not defective from the start).
iv had these for a while now (couple months) and to be honest i don't smell them anymore. i wash my car weekly and do spray the scents onto carpets every sat and i smell them for a little bit then yea. but i do drive my friends around at lest once a week and i get complements all the time "it smells like a new car" and since i wash and clean my car weekly "they have asked what year is this car?" (2005) iv even put some in my neighbors car and the next weekend we are out washing our cars again and he said he went ahead and ordered the scents too lol
I'll start with the 'positive' first...the leather smell, mostly smells like leather, you may need to dilute a little.The new car bottle is terrible.If you like a strong chemical smell this is your bottle!  I also think I note a minute citrus/floral scent very faint.  Mostly strong chemical.  Yuck.Even with the two combined it wasn't good.  I have a lot to use, So I guess I will get used to it over time?I sprayed it on cotton balls, put in plastic baggie as to not hurt the interior in anyway.Not really sure I will be able to stand it....definitely will have to work with it til I get the 'recipe' right...Not impressed so far for something that costs this much...NOt sure if this is the good or the bad, but it should last a long time..  I will probably end up looking elsewhere.UPDATE: April 27Ok, after a couple of weeks and the scent has blended and calmed down.....my car does smell like a new car.  I have now increased it to a 5 star.
Have to say I hate the way both of these smell...The new car smells like burned electronics and makes me feel sick...The leather, well it is leather like... but more like old worn slightly moldy smelling leather..In fact it does smell very much like a pair of 20 year old boots I have that has been half-soled countless times... It's a comforting smell in an old boot.. not so much the car...
A little does go a long way, and, you do have to wait a few minutes for the scent to be correct once you spray it.  (I suppose the carrier liquid has to evaporate first, leaving the correct scent behind)Leather Scent:  When you smell it, you instantly recognize it as leather.  However it smells more like the tanned leather you would smell in a boot store, vs. the kind of leather smell you get form a leather seat.  But it's good, pleasant, and far less offensive smelling that the other scents from air fresheners.  Even when strong, it doesn't &#34;assault your nose&#34; like other scents.New Car Smell:  This is my favorite.  It is very hard to get a 'new car smell' scent, that doesn't smell like soap.  None that I sampled in local big box stores, or auto parts stores smelled anything close to correct.  This one is pretty darn good.  Every new car has a different complex smell, so it's hard to peg it exactly.  The best way I can describe it, is when you get into the vehicle, it smells new and clean.  Not soap-like, or bleach-like, just... clean.In my primary vehicle, I'll do one small 1/2 puff of the leather spray, just for a hint.  And maybe one full spray of the &#34;new car&#34; smell.  And it makes a good combo.I also have an ancient Buick, POS car, that has a tenancy to smell like a combo of mildew and old car.  For kicks I tried the new car smell in there, and found that it does have some real odor eliminating properties.  After about 4 shots of the spray, I came back the next day and smelled, and the &#34;old car smell&#34; was gone... as was most of the new car smell as well.  Another 3 sprays, spread around on carpet/seats, etc.  And the next day, there was a nice clean smell, and no old mildew smell.  Yeah.I didn't dilute the liquid (as the instruction say you can... but don't say with what or how much).  As it is now, even at full strength, each of these bottles will probably last well over a year for personal use.I've found them to be a great product.
But they are both very good, nice clean scents that last for weeks. A nice final touch for interior detailing.
The leather one smells like leather. This ones is probably the best I have ever found to get getting close. The other one is fresh smell. Not bad.  Good but for the money
if u have seen the video where chemical guys put it on this older car and restores the bumper back to normal and stuff it does restore things to looking new. however there is a point of no return tho lol. i have a few faded spots on my car plastic on the driver door and it does restore it but not new. far better than with out it but there is only so much something can do. i put it on all my trim and plastics inside and and outside and it really does makes a difference inside on all the black and my steering wheel. it just makes everything look newer!! and with the cali sun just beating down on my car ill continue to use this to keep protecting my trim and plastics
I used to use more liquid type spray on applications, but this product is much better.  Because it is a thick gel, it sticks better to the tire and it does not spray around once you start driving.  It is recommended that you don't drive right after the application.  This worked well with my plastic trim areas that were starting to turn dull as well.  I last applied it about 3 weeks ago and it's still looking good.
Great gel, work as advertised! Saw many reviews on youtube from Chemical Guys on this cleaner. Shines and protects far longer than the armour stuff !
This stuff works wonders on my tires.  They are really shiny after applying and stay shiny for about two weeks after.  I only apply this every other wash or so.  Well worth the price.  Since you only need a little bit, a bottle will last for a while.  I also use it on the rubber trim around my windows, but the effect seems to wear off faster there.  My car is new, so I use it to keep looking new.  If you have an older car, I think this stuff would work wonders in restoring shine.
When i first got the product I was alarmed to note some had leaked out (hence the 0.5 star removal) as the actual bottle is not sealed before first use. So if it turns over, expect leakage. Aside from this, when used on tires and the trim (black plastic parts, rubbers, etc.) the shine is basically user dependent - if you want a lot of shine, use a lot, etc.What really impressed me was that the shine lasts a long time especially on trims. It revitalizes it as well as it made my 5+ year old car trims look brand new!My only gripe as stated was the initial seal and shipping of the bottle but aside from this, I'm really happy about this item.
The Automatic Smart Car Driving Assistant is a very interesting concept - that mostly delivers on its promises. Our Chevy Volt has built-in functionality - which since it is delivered in real time is pretty useful. With the Automatic Smart Driving Assistant you can only check your status at red lights or at the end of trips.Notes-- The best feature is that any check engine light conditions are sent to your iPhone. This can easily save you the cost of a trip to the mechanic- Can only be used with one vehicle (and it is tied to the VIN) - so you really can't switch it between vehicles- Gives you a driving score, based on acceleration and how hard you brake.- Your mileage and gas mileage and cost of fuel is tabulated for each trip- Installation is pretty simple - but it does require the app to be synced in with device with bluetooth.- Can be used to help locate your vehicle- Will notify the proper authorities if you are involved in a wreck.Final Verdict - A cool concept, but after a few weeks i found that I had stopped using it altogether.  Drivers of newer vehicles with built-on computers or OnStar may discover that the native features in their vehicle may be all that they need.3 1/2 Stars
Make sure you check to see what kind of data will be available to you before you buy this device. Go to automatic.com/cars and select your phone and then select the year/make/model of your vehicle. I wish this website had been available before I selected this item, because the only data I can get for my pickup truck is Fill-Up Detection (it knows that I just filled my tank) and Estimated MPGs (which they admit are off by as much as 20% for my vehicle).That is not enough data to justify purchasing and using this device.I love the idea and the interface is very clean. It just isn't that useful for me. The only real use to me is clearing the Check Engine light, which isn't even always the best course of action.
This Automatic outfit suks big time. I went to the Jeep dealer to get the link plugged in just to make sure everything was right. On the side of the box containing the link is a statement "Download the free Automatic app to get started". I went to automatic.com/apps web site and nowhere could I find a download command for any app. I kept getting shuffled back and forth to Apple but could not find an app there either. They have an alleged capability to ask a question.  That got me another serious runaround and no answer. This web site must have been designed and built by a Chimp. This whole operation is the most amateurish I have ever seen. I called in some neighbors to see if they could make some sense of this but to no avail. I will readily admit that I may be overlooking the obvious but I am not the only one. If anyone knows how to get this link thingy to work please fill me in. Do I need to d/l an app or not? If yes, then how? The way it is now it is not working and I see no connection to my iPhone..
I bought this unit in the presale off of Automatic's own website. I use it on iOS. I have used the unit since the first version of the app. The unit is great for looking at your driving habits and where you can improve. Also, it lets you keep track of where you have been. This alone is a very good feature. Despite what many may assume, you need to have the phone within range of the dongle, or it will not keep track of the car's location. This is not a suitable product if you want to check on your kid's driving habits, unless you install the app on their phones.Syncing the app with the dongle is very easy. If you follow the instructions, you can't screw it up.What I have noticed is that the ODB port and the Automatic make a relatively loose fitting. It should hold, but make sure you insert the dongle firmly and listen for the tone.I have never been in an accident since they added the Crash Alert feature, so I can't comment on it.One problem that I found (and the reason I took off two stars) is due to the erratic connectivity of the unit with the app. Before iOS7, the unit would sync every single trip I took. After the update, the unit seems to pick and choose when to sync the trip data. I often have gaps in my driving history that span a couple of days to even a couple weeks. I tried reinstalling the app and even reinstalling iOS on my phone. The developers need to make the product more robust in terms in connectivity.
I wasn't aware products like this were available for your car.Some newer cars come with this kind of technology.Its just a plug in module that goes into the obdII port of your car.It was a breeze to setup and get working.You download the app from the app store on your iphone and it links up with the cars on board computer.I tried it on sunday and it works great"'I went for a trip and it calculated my mileage and fuel used.Also gave me a warning when I went over the speed limit.It also warns you when you brake to hard and accelerate rapidly.One thing I really like is it can pull up any error codes when an engine check light comes on.That alone is worth a lot as you wont need to buy a code scanner if you are a Saturday mechanic and fix your own car.The product has a lot of potential and will have an android app in December they told me.One more thing I think is nice is if you get into a crash it will contact help for you.Only thing is if your phone is damaged during the crash it wont help you.I guess it cant be perfect""
This sounds like a great idea. However, there are a few conditions to check prior to use this tool:- Make sure your car is compatible- Your Iphone must be 4S or higher.Mine is an Iphone4...I'll come back to it when I have upgraded :)
This product does exactly what it says it does.  I plugged it into the OBD-II port on my 2004 BMW M3 and it linked up to my iPhone 5.  Took three tries, but it worked.Problem 1 - (Unavoidable) - it requires you to leave a doggle plugged into your OBD-II port.  My port is just above my clutch pedal and there is a little door that swings down when the doggle is plugged in.  This causes my foot to bang into the open OBD-II port door when I use the clutch.  This is unacceptable to me.  I guess I could rip off the door.Problem 2 - The doggle emits a tone whenever a threshold is reached - either speed, acceleration, or breaking.  The tone cannot be turned off.  It comes from the doggle, not the iphone.Problem 3 - You cannot adjust the thresholds.  For example, it emits a tone when you exceed 70 mph. This is ridiculous.  Everyone drives over 70 mph.  Even my 94 year old grandmother.  Everyone.  The acceleration and breaking tones are similarly set with very low thresholds.  The inability to adjust the thresholds (coupled with the inability to turn off the incessant tones) will lead me to remove this from my car.Problem 4 - It strives to tell you how much each trip costs you, but does not give you the ability to input the price of gas.  This makes the readout completely unreliable.The whole point of this seems to be to prompt your to get better mileage.  (There is also a function to send a text message if you are in a major crash.  Presumably that means the airbags deploy.)  It is a giant nag and the inability to customize any of the thresholds makes it pretty useless to me.  It was constantly beeping at me.  After three days of driving with it, I have learned to simply ignore the tones.  That defeats the purpose.UPDATE: After leaving this attached to my car for two days of non-use I have a dead battery.  Never had a dead battery before in this car and often leave it for a week or more without use, so I am blaming this device.
I love techno gadgets, but this is a $100.00 dollar toy, and nothing more. The features are very limited on the device, and most of them I already have on my car since it only a couple years old. This was fun to play with for one day, but then I was over it. If you're really a gearhead, you might get a little more entertainment from it, but I doubt it. Save your money.
Auto: 2008 Audi A4When I first installed this in the car, the iPhone wouldn't "find" the unit.  Restarting the phone fixed that.  It found it immediately.We've had the "check engine" light come on and off repeatedly over the past few months, and had no clue why.  This little gadget let us know that the computer sensed vapor leaks (one large and one small).  We have a new gas cap on the way.If you leave it plugged in, it will tell you if you're driving "extremely" (not in the best interest of the vehicle).  My boyfriend does lay on the gas really hard sometimes, and it will beep at him (haha) and also when you brake really quickly.  I like having that on there when he drives, it keeps him "honest" (note to Highway Patrol:  It never goes off when I drive it LOL).It also tells you if you're speeding (if you want it to) and will give you an overview of each trip you make in the car.  It really focuses on fuel efficiency, giving actual MPGs for all of your trips.  It also says that it tracks when you fill up with gas--I have yet to check this--and keeps track of your fuel spending.  Wow.If it detects a crash, it will work through your iPhone to call for help.  If you program it to, it will even call your family.  Double Wow.It's auto-GPS will help you find your car when you lose it in a parking lot (big help here at SoCal malls during the Christmas holidays).I'm actually thinking of getting these for my kids for Christmas.  I think I'll feel safer, knowing it will automatically call me in an emergency, and that they won't be wandering around in dark parking lots, looking for their vehicles.The product website is here:  [...] (automatic . com)
This is an intriguing product that right now only works with an iPhone. Unless I'm missing something here, it seems that it'd be easy to produce apps that also work with Android and Windows phones. In fact, there are similar products to this available at a much lower price that do work with i-Phones and non-iPhones.The first thing you need to do is download the app (free) from the iTunes site. Once the app is launched, you are instructed to plug in the small Automatic Link into your car's data port.The product does some nifty things, along with some things that are potentially troubling. It works with your automobile's computer to transmit information about your car--and driving--to your iPhone. Similar to the device that car mechanics use, it will diagnose 'check engine' messages. It will also alert you if your driving is wasting gas. For example, you get cues when you break hard, accelerate rapidly, and go over 70 miles per hour.It also tracks trips and shows the distance you've traveled, along with your miles per gallon. One of the nicer features is that it will remember where your car is parked.A safety feature is also included that is supposed to detect a car crash and alert someone (I haven't figured out exactly who).I am not the most paranoid person out there by a long shot, but I do worry about others getting access to some of this information. I specifically am concerned that a stalker could keep track of someone's whereabouts, and I also have concerns that insurance companies and the police might want to get hold of that Link if you're in an accident and/or arrested for a traffic offense.The problem I've had is something I often face with Bluetooth--getting the synch to work all the time effortlessly. I also think that new features will need to be added. It just seems way too expensive for what it is--a geeky toy.
This device was very easy to set up and pair with the app. I like how it judges my driving, although like other reviewers, I find the over-70 warning annoying and less useful than if it would warn for driving more than 10 over the speed limit or something more useful. Particularly since it continues to beep at you as you drive. But features like helping you get back to your car without having to remember to mark a parking location and info on engine warnings are particularly useful.However, I wish it would work without having to have your phone always paired and online. I don't have an always-on data plan so have to use my hot spot if I want to use the device while driving. With a limited data plan, it's annoying to have to use it while driving when otherwise I wouldn't normally have it on. So I use it a lot less while driving than I would otherwise.
This is a nice device that is pretty cool. But it looses its &#34;niftyness&#34; after a couple of weeks. It is most handy for people to get a good sense of how far you drive and how much time it takes for you to drive. The big problem here is that to be really useful, you should have the ability to download your data to your computer so you can actually do some work on it.Of course, you can use it to manually copy the data into your spreadsheet, but man, what a bummer when it is already entered automatically somewhere on Automatic's servers. If you drive as part of your job or need to do travel expenses, this thing rocks. It will also do what it advertises, which is help you do better on gas mileage. But the MPG thing is mostly just a add on feature that I largely ignore. The trip stats are what makes this thing super cool and you get a bonus error code reader with the peace of mind knowing that it MIGHT be able to phone home if you are in a crash.On the data download : When you read the forum discussions, some employees are like &#34;yeah lets do it&#34; where the CEO or other higher level execs, seem to be more on the fence, like this reply (3 months old):Thejo (Co-founder & CEO) 3 months ago:Hi, there is currently no way to export the data in different formats. As with all feature requests, it's hard to promise that we'll work on something in the future. But, this type of feedback is very helpful.&#34;As opposed to this reply :Ljuba (Chief Product Officer) 9 days agoHi everyone. We hear you and we get it. You want your data and, honestly, we want to give it to you. It isn't as simple as just adding a &#34;download&#34; button, but we're working on a solution that should make a bunch of you happy.We'll have more news about exactly what we're building in a few weeks, but I wanted to let you ahead of time that it's happening so you didn't think we're ignoring you. We're not.
The Automatic Link Smart Driving Assistant is a nifty device that is simple to install and even easier to use.  I'd almost call it a fitbit for my car.  Your mileage will vary, of course, and it would be best to check out the automatic web site listed on the product page for compatibility with your car.Setup is a snap, literally.  Snap the Link into your vehicle's port and install the app on your phone.  The longer you use the device, the better information you will get.  Driving habits, fuel efficiency, and engine health are nice features.  The overall design is nice and easy to navigate.  I would like to see some real time stats, but overall the first release of this device seems to be headed in the right direction.  Should be easy enough for them to keep improving the possibilities in the software and possibly be compatible with other phones.
I am using this product with my Samsung Note 3 &#34;Android&#34; phone. Pairing to car and phone was a little difficult at first. I had to go through the setup a couple of times. This was due to the software version on the dongle. Once it was paired, the software on the dongle was updated and I have not had any issues. I recently received an update to the software and the crash alert system is now active on my phone. I can also share details with family of where the car is parked if needed from my phone.My wife also has her phone paired to the device. When she drives the car, her information trip route, MPG, etc are saved to her phone. I like that the dongle can distinguish between the different drivers.
I'm a gadget guy for sure, so this device is definitely down my alley.  I've also been curious about MPG and driving habits since gas prices began fluctuating significantly several years ago.  Automatic seemed to fill both needs, so I ordered it.Installation was very simple.  It automatically detected my car (Camry) and synced with my phone.Using the app I was able to program in up to three emergency contacts to text in case of an accident.  It sends them a text message asking for confirmation.  That is very reassuring.  It's kind of like a poor-man's OnStar.The device communicated well with the app.  It produced beeps during hard braking, fast accelerating, and other bad habits.  You can turn the audio warnings off.  I did find that it was not consistent in warning.  Sometimes I would intentionally take off as fast as I could from a stop and it would not do anything.  The same occurred with braking.The app takes a few seconds after you turn off the car for it to process your trip.  The GPS tracking did well as did the parking.I was disappointed that the Bluetooth 4.0 still used a lot of battery on my phone.  It caused me to charge it once per day when I did not have to do that before.  I don't drive that much either.The trip feature is neat and the cost estimation will make you think twice before just 'driving around'.  I liked it, but the erratic error recording and significant battery drain caused me to think it is just 'okay'.  If you can overlook these two obstacles, then this might be for you.
Made from heavy duty rubber, this is a mat made to be abused. It arrived quickly in a 22x37x3 inch box. The gripping on the underside is designed to stay in place regardless of foot movements. Easy to customize but if you mistakenly get too large a size, or customize incorrectly, you can lose portions of the tray design to keep dirt, mud and water from the floor of your vehicle. So measure twice, cut once.I like the configuration chart and Amazons&#8217; knowledge and alert to the design and fit of my cars that appears on the order page.Deep channeling on the mat face catches my shoe grit and mud coming into the car. This was a good, solid replacement for my original floor mats.
These are excellent for muddy conditions... not as good as the custom made ones that are specific to your vehicle and advertised on TV.But for the money and convenience of Amazon, these are very good for those will large vehicles.  Keep that mud and sand on the washable rubber versus your carpet.
I love that these are sizable to cars/SUV/trucks. We have a Ford Escape 2001 and the large mats fit perfectly up front. The back ones just needed cut apart and they fit perfectly in the back! These also have an option of just going all the way across the floor in the backseat, but we didn't need that option. The only negative was that I had to leave them open, out in the garage a few days for the plastic odor to disappear. It is very strong when you first open the box, but dissipates relatively quickly when left to air out. I don't notice it at all in the SUV after two weeks of use.
Get rid of the junk floor mats, this is the quality specimen and feels like it underfoot too.  I definitely feel the quality under my feet, and passengers do too and they comment.I believe these are well worth it since they're super thick and literally quite heavy. They smell strongly the first couple of weeks.
While these mats are well made and have a well thought out design, they are too thick and bulky for me. I like a mat that sits very close to the floor. These mats are built up almost an inch, with spikes that stick in the carpet. While these mats will protect the floor, they will also be very noticeable and obtrusive. Better smaller and less thick, in my opinion.
This is an excellent, and very adaptable, set of floor mats.  There are a number of different sets of scored lines in the pattern of the mats that allow them to be trimmed to fit a number of different vehicles and still look good.  I had picked these up for one vehicle, but due to an issue with the drivers' heel wearing through the mats in our 2001 Explorer, I ended up checking to see if they would fit there.  They did.  Although I don't think this vehicle was listed as one of the vehicles these mats fit, they fit perfectly and don't move around at all -even without the extra clips.  I was able to easily trim them along the lines to fit well, with a little overlap onto the plastic door sill.  The rear mats fit well with minimal trimming and are actually larger than the original mats, which were still being used.  Excellent coverage in this SUV and they-stay-in-place!  These are the full-size, set of four.
Nice thick heavy duty mats, marked for passenger, driver, and rear. The rear seats can be made to fit across whole back floor board or individual mats, you have to decide before hand because once you start cutting you can not go back. They are easy to cut along grooves with plain scissors to make them fit your floor boards. They stay where you put them, yet easy to pick up and adjust. They have an overwhelming smell to them, almost like vinyl pool toys. I am hoping with some time they will air out, but at this point they give me a headache with their odor.Update, they still have a odor but have aired out for a while and I hope they continue to do so.
Great floor mats, exactly what we needed for our truck. We use our truck around the farm and heavy duty floor mats are a must. So far these mats have been exactly what we needed. They are very flexible considering how thick they are. The ridges are deep and catch a lot of mud and rocks. They capture and hold the majority of the water from our boots and have kept the carpet from getting wet. They do exactly what they are designed to do. Great product.
These rubber mats are amazingly tough and are good not only for trucks, but for minivans and even smaller cars.  Each mat is made of a thick rubber which thankfully doesn't smell like a chemical factory (like many similar rubbers mats smell).  the size is totally customizable by cutting with a pair of scissors - any pair of heavy duty scissors will do.  Just remember to measure twice and cut once.  As the included instructions indicate, you can always cut it smaller!The mats for the back are really cool.  If you make 3 vertical cuts in it, you can turn the 3 mats horizontally and the mat in the middle links the two ends into a long full-across runner.  There are some connectors with washers to hold it all together.  If you remove the &#34;ears&#34; from the mat and just cut it into 2 pieces, you get 2 smaller mats which are great for cars where the full-across runner won't work.Quality is top-notch and these will be wonderful when I start trudging snow into my car this winter.
I was shocked at how weighty these mats were when they arrived; these are no flimsy car mats. These are a high quality rubber mats, that fit a Ford 150 beautifully. The mats are constructed with numerous grooves and channels to collect all the debris from long  New England winters. The fit was excellent, and they lay perfectly flat with no rolling. If you are looking for a high quality car mat at a very reasonable price, these would be a very good choice.
I ordered the full-size, set of 4 floor mats for our Chevy Avalanche, which is mainly driven by my husband and is his work truck. The product description states that these mats are designed for an exact fit and Avalanche is listed as one of the vehicles for this size.Unfortunately the full-size mats are a little too small for full coverage in the Avalanche. They are about and inch or two too narrow in height and width. This wouldn't be a problem in dry weather, but we live in the Midwest, and it rains and snows a lot. That exposed, unprotected strip of carpet will get dirty in no time.A second problem is there is no ridge on the edge of the mat to stop melting water from snow trapped on shoes and work boots from running into the carpeting. Also, the runner for the back is too short to fit lengthwise and would need to be cut into two small mats. Technically these mats will fit if you don't mind a little carpet exposed, but my husband opted to keep his old mats that provide 100% floor coverage.Happily, these mats fit my Mitsubishi Gallant, a mid-size vehicle, almost perfectly. They give full coverage and run right to the edge of the carpet, with only a little trimming needed at the top. I am thrilled. I needed new mats but didn't see an option for my car. Before cutting, the full-size mats are approx 28 inches long by 19 wide.The mats are made of heavy rubber and have a strong, sturdy feel to them. Even though they are designed with a rugged look for an SUV, they look nice in my car. They lay flat, grip the floor and stay put. There are deep grooves in the rubber to contain dirt, debris and moisture. Since the mats run to the edge of the carpet, I don't think snow/water runoff will be a problem, but I won't know for sure until winter.
Great heavy duty floor mats, and the mid-size fit my Hyundai Santa Fe with very little trimming required.  I did separate the back mats into two seperate mats.  Cutting was surprisingly easy with a pair of kitchen shears.  I also really like the gray section on the front of the black floor mats - it matches my cars intererior perfectly and makes it look like they are custom.  Only time will tell if they pass the test of not shifting around all over the place.  There's nothing I hate more than having to constantly straighten out and move my cars floor mats.  These should be heavy enough that they don't move around all over the place.
I wasn't sure what to expect with these rubber mats when i saw the image alone -- they looked very expensive for rubber mats, but I admit I was still skeptical.When they arrived, I was surprised by how HEAVY the box they came in was and upon opening the box, I could see why.  These mats are awesome -- very heavy duty. The look great and appear expensive.  They fit my husband's Nissan Murano SUV well, and honestly look better than the ones my SIL bought for her BMW SUV and paid 3x the price for.If you are looping for a top of the line floor mat set at a reasonable price -- I think you will be pleased with these.
I put these in a Ford F-350 and they fit very well. The instructions were clear and they were easy to install. I like that they are heavy-duty and stay in place.  I also like how easy they were to take out and rinse off when I've had spills.  That will come in handy during the winter with all the mud that gets tracked in.
Well made and fit my 2007 F-150 Titan V-8 Crew Cab perfectly.  They're thick and channeled and fix into place so the only question is longevity and that I'll have to wait and see but I'll report back pronto if there are any problems.  They sure make the old cab look snappy again, I'll hand them that.  I'd certainly buy them in a store after feeling the heft and seeing the quality molding and design.  So far I'd recommend without hesitation.
I received these floor mats in the full size vehicle size.  Although it isn't listed on the compatibility list, they fit our 2009 Kia Borrego SUV well, without any trimming required.  They are a bit smaller than the previous rubber mats that we had in the vehicle though.The mats are made of a very heavy rubber, with aggressive grooves to catch snow and rain.  The reason that I'm only rating these as only 3 stars is because the mats don't have a raised edge around them.  This means that water will run right off the mat and onto the vehicle carpeting.  That isn't a problem during the summer, but it definitely will be a problem in the winter time when we have snow that gets tracked into the vehicle.  I can't recommend these mats if you live in an area that gets snow.These have a bad odor to them.  We left them sitting on the front porch for a few days to air out the smell.
My last car mats had about had it. They were the cheap, less then twenty dollar, version. These GoGear mats are a big upgrade. Athough it says they are for trucks and SUVs I put them in my Toyota Corolla.  With only trimming the extra flaps the manufacturer uses to package the mats they fit in nice and full. With a pair of the "you can cut a penny with these" scissors it was very easy to trim. For the one piece back seat mat I used an exacto knife to cut then in half. Very easy and it only took a couple of minutes to do everything.The rubber is a nice quality and fairly heavy. The grooves are deep enough to hold everyday dirt and rain water. If you're looking for the mud and snow contoured type of floor mats you'll have to jump way up to the multi-hundred dollar types. The bumps in the mat are hollow underneath but still offer enough support for normal use.Highly recommended
Super strong and sturdy. I was shocked how heavy the package was when it arrived.  These are really high quality mats.  Despite the sturdy material, they are still easy to trip down to size.  They lay perfectly flat. There was no warping of edges or folding from shipment.  There are clips to help hold them down but I found them completely unnecessary due to the great fit, teeth on the bottom and perfect fit.  I can't recommend these enough. Wish I had them when I first got my car. Would have saved a lot of headaches
The Zubie has so much potential. Just think about all the other behaviors that when monitored and tracked, improve results.- Fitness- Diet- Relationships- Programs...the list goes on. So why wouldn't you want to know about your car and driving habits?  The unit plugs neatly into the cpu/scanner port in the car. In our Volvo it's right next to the hood release lever. Installation was literally a snap. It locked on and activated within a short drive around the neighborhood, and immediately began compiling results. I will say that a lot of the results are kind of duplicative of most modern day onboard systems. If your car has a mileage computer and nav, a lof of stuff is being done for you already, although perhaps not displayed in such a neat rolled up dashboard fashion.Should you pay $99/year for this? The only glimmer of a possibility is if you have money to burn and a teenaged driver you want to monitor.Personally I hate modern conveniences that require subscription fees. GPS with realtime traffic? Locating devices? What is the value-added here that justifies shelling out a big chunk of change?  Will you save $99 in car insurance premiums for becoming safer driver, gas fill ups from driving more efficiently?...that's a leap of faith. When you add in the murky aspect of not knowing what/why/how your personal driving info will be used, it seems to me that this is a bad buy. If it were a one time $99 fee, I'd reconsider...but annually? Thanks but no thanks.
The Zubie Key is a very interesting device. It's also pretty scary. First things first. I had an issue right out of the box getting the Zubie Key activated. The activation and installation process is simple, but it failed on my first attempt. For a couple of days it stated the connection to my vehicle was "pending". Then my vehicle connection completely disappeared. I emailed Zubie support, and within a couple of hours they replied with a new activation code. I had to start from scratch, but the second activation went fine. My vehicle was registered as soon as I took a short trip. I'm using the Android Application and it seems to work fine.Once activated and connected, this is where things get "complicated". As a gear and tech head, I like all information the Zubie Key provides. The vehicle diagnosis and monitoring are very useful. The "driving monitoring" has me concerned. The Zubie Key knows where you currently are, where you went, and how fast you got there. Zubie doesn't hide the fact that they store this information, and won't guarantee they won't share it. This is where I have total mixed feelings about the device. I love tech devices, and find the Zubie Key "cool" and useful. Allowing Zubie to track my every move and driving habits makes me want to remove the device ASAP. So I'm really conflicted.Things I like:Useful information.High on the coolness factor.Works well, and accurate.Things I do not like:Serious privacy concerns.Annual fee.My recommendation is this. If you're worried about the privacy issues, then I would avoid the Zubie Key. There's no getting around the fact that your data and driving information are being collected. There's no guarantee what Zubie will or won't do with this information. If you're the type of person that likes gadgets, and the privacy issues don't concern you at all, I can recommend the Zubie Key. It does everything as advertised. Overall I'm giving it 3 Stars. In some ways I really like it, but I hate the privacy issues.
I like this idea mainly to keep track of my kids driving style, speed and location tracking. Privacy issues are clearly something to be aware of as you have no idea who might be able to access information you might want to keep private. This is simple to connect, under the dash of most cars made after 1996 and a few before this (my sons 1995 Volvo has a OBD2 outlet) you'll find an OBD2 outlet. Most state inspection stations use this outlet to check to insure you emissions are working correctly so watch where they plug in and this is the same place the Zubie Key goes. Some makers place this outlet in other locations like under the ash tray or inside the center console storage area. Anyway it syncs data from your car directly to an app on your smartphone and stores info such as hard acceleration, hard breaking, speeding, nighttime driving and idling. You're given a score on your driving skills on a scale of 100. Your score can be compared to other drivers in your family or the entire Zubie community. I'm still learning my way around this device but must admit its amazing so far!
I have already been testing a similar device,Automatic Link Smart Driving Assistantbut there were some things I didn't care for with that device so when Vine offered me the Zubie, I was definitely interested to try it out. However, at a very expensive $99/year subscription price, it's pretty hard for me to recommend this over the Automatic, which does not come with a similar requirement for use. Other reviewers have talked about the privacy concerns, and it seems that this device really would only be worth considering if you are a parent wishing to track the driving habits of your teenage driver. While this device does have some clear benefits over others, such as tracking your activity even when you don't have the app running, the cost of enrollment is just WAY too much for what I get with it when there are other similar devices that don't come with the same requirement.
Overall this is a cool device that begins to tap the smartphone / cell network information gathering potential. Adding destinations, or figuring out exactly what information is being gathered is a bit hard to do intuitively. The good news, is that it works and works well. I was able to tell when my family had arrived at school or at home, and it worked reliably.I do not share the &#34;paranoia&#34; that some of the other reviewers have shared about data. I have used the Automatic connect car device and I find that one also very handy. Combined with the IFFF service, it can do a lot of what the Zubie can do. The other bummer about the Zubie is that it has an annual fee. Where as the Automatic does not ....Either way, if you drive a lot or want some way to keep some auditing process on your car or driving processes, this is a great device that has lots of upside. Just realize that you want to be a little techie and are ok with new devices as they ht the market before they are totally &#34;user friendly&#34;.
OK, I saw this and thought &#34;wow, cool idea!&#34; I can spy on my car, see problems and have some piece of mind. But, after using it for a while, I thought &#34;eh, this is a gadget I'll soon forget I have.&#34; For the typical user, I really don't see any benefit.  Plus you have to pony up $100 a year, AND they'll give away your information at the drop of a hat.  The latter really killed it for me.But - I can see one beneficial use - if you have teenage drivers, or loan your car to a friend. You can then see exactly how your car is driven, where it is driven, and even get real time location data. &#34;Mom, I'm going to the movies.&#34;  You, later that evening: &#34;So how was your trip to the night club?&#34; &#34;But dad, I did not destroy the trans!&#34; &#34;Really? Want to see the data?&#34;If you have teen drivers, or need to track your vehicles, this is a great device.  If you're tech addicted and need to see every nuance of your vehicle, this is for you.  Just a typical driver? Can't see it - don't want my data available to others.
The Zubie is a pretty cool gizmo that works with an app on your phone. My car is a 2003, and I like that the Zubie monitors and tells me if I'm having engine or battery problems; these provide the most value for me. The engine analyzer checks the oxygen sensor, evaporative system, catalyst, components, fuel system, oxygen sensor heater and misfire. While I'm not sure what all of these mean, I know they can get expensive to repair and/or cause mileage efficiency issues. Fortunately (keeping my fingers crossed), I haven't received any error codes since I've been using it, but that is a nice feature to have available for the technician (they're no longer called mechanics). It also gives you a battery check, as well.The trips function is nice to have, but I don't get a lot out of this. It basically tells you if you've done any hard braking and rapid acceleration (jump starts). It also gives you your trip top speed and idle time. I can see where this data would be useful if you are trying to improve your driving habits or monitor your kids' driving. I used a similar device with my insurance company and had my rates reduced by 7%, so that in itself would be a benefit. You can also see your trip route on a map.Lastly, it gives you the Edmunds True Market Value of your car. I like this and was happy to learn that my car is worth more than I thought.I will have to think long and hard about renewing my Zubie Key though. At $99/year, that's a little pricey.
I've been with Amazon since they were just selling books and I've been reading reviews for a very long time. In fact, I've read enough reviews over the years to become suspicious of the validity of some if warranted. That said, I am highly suspicious of many of the five star ratings this device is receiving and it gives me pause.That said, I received this device not completely knowing what I was getting. There are several devices out there that do the same thing without a subscription ($99 a year? Are you kidding me?) and without the privacy issues this device seems to be famous for. I carefully read all their online documentation. Some folks may care less about privacy and that's fine. I'm not overly concerned about it myself but after reading their documentation there's no way I'm signing on for this or paying them $99 for their service.If you don't mind them tracking you and storing all your information, and you don't mind paying them $99 a year to do that, and you don't mind who else receives that information, then go ahead and jump in. I'm not.
Yes, those are 5  stars, count 'em. That's b/c these leds deserve it. I have 4 installed in my rv as replacements for the energy-hogging 12v incandescents and they produce even better light and only sip battery power rather than glug glug. I highly recommend them.
While it works great I found I did not need the swivel ability so could have saved on others that work just as well.
great item. runs much cooler an less power draw. nice an bright yet it dosent melt the plastick lens cover.
popped them in my camper, they work great, very bright.  low power consumption, just pricey, but all the LED's are expensive compared to Incandescent.  But these LED's should last for at least 30 yrs, and use a fraction of the electricity that other bulbs would use.
I bought these for use in my RV as replacement for my interior ceiling pancake light fixtures.  They work fantastically and are appropriately bright.
This bulb seems to be a quality item. Replaces incandescent porch light bulb on RV. Directional with great lighting @ 250 lumens. Replacng all Rv bulbs with LED in proper configuations as the halogens burn out. Sold on LED and have also replaced tail lights with brighter LED reds.
I first saw this tape demonstrated at a local boat show. I watched the demonstrator wrap the tape around a corrugated pipe. In conformed perfectly to the contours. Another pipe had a leaky joint. This tape was wrapped around the joint. The leak was stopped instantly. Even wilder, the demonstrator wrapped some tape around my finger. It adhered to itself, yet came off cleanly. She did the same to my wife (same piece of tape) with the same result.This tape uses no adhesive at all. It sticks to itself and somehow forms a tight bond with the surface you wrap with it. Over time, the tape's bond to itself becomes permanent. The repairs it makes are good for some time. I keep a roll of this in my RV. It is heatproof so it can repair a hot water pipe, a garden hose, or anything else you can wrap. It's good to 500 degrees F so it can be used in applications where other materials will fail.The wrap is also very good for wrapping tool handles. It makes a nice &#34;grippy&#34; surface. This is one little roll that will always be in my tool box.
At this time, I don't have much that needs repairing, but I tried this out on a surge protector whose cord became frayed, exposing the wires within. Never having used a non-adhesive product before, I was a bit baffled that this was not at all sticky. How can something that isn't sticky stick?As the product description says, "allow the silicone to fuse to itself," after which it forms "a permanent, air and water tight seal." It worked well for what I used it for, but I can't say how it would work on a leaky pipe. It seems sturdy, though, and it sticks without being sticky.
If you've never had a hose or pipe spring a leak at the most inconvenient moment, whether in your house or car, you are lucky - and probably living on borrowed time. Also, relying exclusively on duct tape to handle whatever catastrophe is on your handyperson horizon, may doom your future repair.This product, when applied properly, eliminates the &#34;struggle factor&#34; involved when attempting to wrap and seal a leak. That's a significant advantage when you're in &#34;emergency&#34; mode. Upon application, it requires that you (moderately) stretch this ribbon of silicone, which makes both sides attach themselves to each other and also allows adequate pressure at the leak to seal it. Since silicone reacts with virtually nothing, it tends to hold its shape and make the fix semi-permanent.For increased longevity, or when attempting to block a stream of hot automotive coolant, duct tape adhesive may very likely let you down. The pressure that this tape applies is superior to duct tape, which isn't elastic, and therefore doesn't maintain compression on the puncture/crack/gap, allowing fluid to gradually saturate the adhesive and work its way out.Be aware that one thing this product can't do is seal a leaky pipe as it butts up against a flange. A surface angled at 90 degrees will not provide an adequate area to allow a proper &#34;wrap&#34;.Get some, before your next MacGyver street cred. challenge.
That is some kind of temperature range for this product... Normally a limited temp range is what makes any "tape"  with adhesives fail over time. That and something desolving the adhesive.This basic silicone is pretty tough also, more durable than any tape product I can think of off hand.You just need to be sure you wrap this properly and on a clean surface with the final wrap fully over top of the one before.Could be a five star product if it does as advertised and is actually "permanent" repair.Will need to be tested over time to know for sure,  but test wraps here so far shows it's easy to use and  really grips to itself well.I'm thinking this might make very good cover for electrical wire connections instead of plastic electrical tape that has short life span in use.  Might be as good as heat shrink tube if you can pull it tight enough to seal.  Will be trying many applications with this.Over a dollar a foot, but might just pay for itself many times over when really needed in bad situation
This is a tape that's strictly for wrapping around something. It sticks to itself but not to other surfaces, so it is quite specialized. When you need to wrap around some fairly narrow pipe or wire, it should perform well. Don't bother trying to wrap packages or anything like that because it won't adhere.You'll want to store it in the package or at least with the label since it has unique applications.
The weather's been too moderate to say whether it stands up to temperature extremes (it claims to), but in mild weather, it does the trick! Used it to repair a garden hose chewed by our dog in several places. I didn't want to mess with a bunch of hose repair kits (and they always leak anyway), so this was a handy fix.
My son's radiator hose in his car sprung a leak, and he didn't know what to do. He asked me to give him a ride to the parts store so he could buy another hose. I was in the middle of something, and I told him to see if this tape would hold it long enough to get him to the part store. He used the tape, and said that it didn't leak at all. the whole way to the parts store, which is about a 2 mile drive from my house. So even when the engine of the car got warm, this tape stayed strong and stayed together without any leak. I highly recommend this product.
Quite frankly every junk drawer, glovebox and first aid kit should have a roll of silicone tape in it. Better than duct tape since it conforms to the item it is repairing, it is water proof, heat resistant and will hold indefinitely. It is easy to use and will not get away from you. The uses are endless as are the benefits. Better to be prepared than sorry.
This is a great product to have in your car and in your toolbox for emergency repairs.  What other product can you confidently use at extreme temperatures without having to resort to some sort of messy adhesive and primer?Just a couple of caveats:  Be sure to really stretch the tape as you apply it; it feels counterintuitive, but it's necessary for "activating" the tape to be able to stick to itself.  Pull tight!  And also be sure that you end by wrapping a complete layer of the tape upon itself.  If you are trying to repair something that you don't have good access to, you might skimp on one of these two points and end up having a leak.  Otherwise, use it on anything and everything!My only complaint would be that I wish the roll was longer.  It's six feet (which will then stretch to twelve feet), but you'll go through it fast.
My dog likes to chew the garden hose and put little holes in it.  I keep buying new ones.  It is nice to have a repair product that I can quickly wrap around the pinholes, and it adheres nicely to stop the leaks from spraying all over me when I turn on the hose.  This is a huge improvement compared to wrapping Teflon tape around something, because Teflon tape won't hold much pressure at all.
I used this awhile back to repair a leak under the kitchen sink. That was maybe 6 months ago, and I've never had a problem with it since. Now I used this stuff to do my other sinks. Goes on easy. You can put it on wet pipes too, but it's easier if you dry them off a little first. I also usually cut what I need off the roll first. It can be a little awkward to get on, either off the roll or with a cut piece. But it does the job. Definitely will always keep a roll of this handy.
I like this tape for a few reasons.  First of all:  Is it really tape if it doesn't have an adhesive?  I'll go along for now.The rubber grip on my axe handle was cracking so I removed it and replaced it with this tape.  I liked the fact that the tape is self-adhesive and is easy to apply.  Once applied, the handle offers an excellent grip with way more traction than bare wood or fiberglass.I can imagine all kinds of alternative uses for this tape.  I'm ordering more so I have some on-hand for a leaky pipe or similar.
Used this 3M Wrap and Repair Silicone Tape on a small leak that sprung on a hose carrying my power steering fluid. Stopped the leak completely and power steering has worked fine in the two weeks since. I don't look at it as a permanent fix and I'll be replacing the hose hopefully in the next few weeks, but if you're in a pinch I see no reason not to recommend this product. Seems like it would work well for household use as well.
This  tape can be used for sealing and grip enhancements.  No tool kit should be without it.I have used this tape for all sorts of fixes around the house.. I sealed a leak under my bathroom sink. I wrapped my bicycle handle and tennis racket for improved grip.  I tidied a few hoses the engine bay in my sports car (loose tape).The tape is self-fusing and adheres to whatever you wrap it around simply by friction.  And because it provides a watertight seal, it will never come loose or slide off (so long as you wrap it tight enough).A very versatile product. Highly recommended!
This tape is a convenient way to bond certain items when an adhesive tape is not necessary. The roll is 1 inch by 2 yards, which is plenty for household projects.The trick to using this is to ensure a tight wrap. Otherwise it won't stop a leak or hold a broken handle together.
I have a drip sprinkler system that hooks directly into my outside water line, and I constantly have a major leak at that connection. I've tried all sorts of different tapes and glues, and while they all seemed to work at first, within a week or so they all failed. So I was very glad to try this one. The good news is that it works better than the others. But it doesn't get 5 stars. Why not? It still leaks. It's a small dripping leak, but it isn't foolproof. So it's very good, but not great.
The 3M Wrap and Repair Silicone Tape is amazing stuff. I ordered it to try and fix the rubber tubes inside my Cuissinart 1100 coffee maker. They had begun to leak from cracking at the point of attachment to the metal tubes. I applied the silicone tape as directed and it adhered to the rubber tubes to the point where I could not pull it off without destroying the tubes. Unfortunately the leaking had already caused some other electrical problems and I could not determine the longevity of the tape. In trying to remove the tape, I feel it is there for good.The tape is about the thickness of 3-4 file cards. It is 1 inch wide and 6 feet long. It has no adhesive or sticky substance which can be felt. When it is stretched around something, it just sticks to the object and to itself. There is some clear plastic which it does not stick to between the layers of tape on the roll. It was very easy to work with and at some point I hope to try it on a slightly leaky pipe in my son's house on our next visit to see him.  I'll add more here if it doesn't work on the water pipe. At this point I highly recommend this product.
I've been using various types of self-adhering silicone tape for various household tasks.  They work great in some applications; not so well in others.  I have yet to achieve a leak-free garden hose repair.  Dirt on the hose and some that inevitably gets between the tape layers stops it from sealing properly...even if it's sealed at first, the water eventually seems to work it's way through as the hose is flexed.  On the other hand, I've used it to attach a shop-vac hose to my miter saw and it works perfectly to hold everything together.The big advantage of the 3M version is that it's translucent.  Unlike the other silicone tape that I've purchased from Amazon, the underlying color shows through.  Otherwise, it seems to be pretty much the same as the other versions.
For my 12 year old car, I couldn't be more happy with the Meguiar's ultimate interior detailer. I used to use the Meguiars interior wipes but this definitely seems to last longer. It leaves my black interior plastic with a glossy finish and seems to have held up well in the last 2 weeks without losing much shine. I park my vehicle outdoors all the time too. I have used this detailer for the dash, radio buttons, and the radio screen. It doesn't leave your screen oily or anything. It seems to also act as a dust deterrent as well.
I used this on a 2007 Honda Civic and a 1997 Honda Accord. In both cases the results were nice, but the effect seemed better on the 2007 Civic. I also learned a few things when I used this product.I started out by shaking the bottle well (as per the instructions) and then spraying all over the driver side of the dashboard, steering wheel and the control panel - basically I sprayed on surfaces as far as my hand could reach from the driver side. The point is that I thought I'd spray as much as I could at first, and then wipe away. Bad idea! And don't do it if it's your first time. Because it turned out that the somewhat milky liquid dries up fairly quickly. And it starts to leave behind a residue if you don't wipe it quickly enough. I ended up spraying over the same surfaces again, this time only a little and then wiping quickly. Then it worked well. Once I learned that lesson, everything was fine.The shine that this detailer left behind was very noticeable on my tan interior of the Civic. Not so much on the dark grey interior of the Accord. But still, in both cars, it ended up cleaning all surfaces very well. And as others mentioned, the smell is very nice!One more tip. Try not to spray on the windows - or if you do, make sure you wipe it off quickly, while you can still see it. Because if you don't, that same residue that I spoke of earlier may affect your sight later on. For me I didn't notice I had some of this liquid on the passenger side window, and only while driving I noticed that there was some of this liquid blocking my clear vision of the side mirror. Little dangerous. So be careful and wipe away all the liquid that you spray quickly.
I guess the thing I like best about this is the scent doesn't smell like chemicals and doesn't overpower you when you open the car door in the summer.  It dries into a cloudy film if you don't wipe it quickly enough after spraying, so do small areas at a time.  I like the sheen and it's not greasy-feeling.  I put it on leather, rubber, plastic, and vinyl.  It didn't do a great job on rubber around the windows, but that is exterior.  Since I was trying to evaluate, I thought I would try different things.  It cleaned around the stick shift very well.  I had some auto grease on the door that it didn't clean, but I haven't found anything that will clean that.
I have been using Meguiars products for a while, including their Ultimate Exterior Detailer and wanted something to help detail the interior on the used car I just bought- as the black interior trim plastic could use some love (southern sun takes its toll).  If you follow the instructions (shake well, test a small patch first and work in small area using a microfiber cloth) the product does exactly what it is supposed to do.  The matte finish looks proper (and doesn't cause reflections) and no chemical smell.  Along with a high quality window cleaner, a stack of microfiber clothes and a decent vacuum this is all you need to clean and detail the inside of your car.Highly recommended.
I've always really liked Meguiar's products and their waxes, etc come highly recommended from my father-in-law who owns a car body shop as well.This detailer puts on a nice, subtle shine that isn't blinding or 'greasy' like Armor All can tend to be so I really like that about it.  There definitely is a noticeable change, but it doesn't feel 'fake'.  Similarly, this product isn't thick.  In the past, Armor All hasn't applied evenly so some areas were overly shiny and some areas were a bit dull.  This seems to combat that quite well.Do note that you need to clean your dash before; this isn't a cleaning product really.  The best thing for the job is aCalifornia Car Duster 62447-8B Mini Duster.  They're only $5 and it does NOT get easier than that!
I hadn't cleaned my car interior for almost a year so it was a prime candidate to test the Meguiar's Ultimate Interior Detailer. After a quick vacuuming, I was ready to go.The liquid cleaner sprays on and has a light, mild scent that doesn't linger. I cleaned the seats, doors, entire dashboard, console and shifter. Heavily soiled areas such as the bottom of the door panels took a little extra scrubbing, but they did come completely clean with a second application. Everything buffed to a nice finish. No residue. No greasy feeling. I'm thrilled with the results. My interior looks new again.
If you&#8217;re familiar with Armor-All you&#8217;ll know what this product will do, but Meguire&#8217;s smells great. As with Armor-All, whatever you put this on will become darker (look's a little like it's wet) and shinier, so avoid putting it on top of your dash or the sun will create so much glare in the windshield that you&#8217;ll lose some visibility.Instructions suggest applying directly to the surface then spreading it around with a microfiber (less shiny results) or cotton towel. I tried that method, and an indirect application by spraying on the towel and applying from the towel. The best results came from direct application. The product is milky-white when sprayed on (sound familiar? It should) and the surface becomes silicone-slick after application.I do not like and have not used Armor-All for years because of the feeling and shininess it creates, but if you like a shiny, slick surface on the surfaces in your car, this detailer will certainly do the trick, and a little goes a long way. If you&#8217;re a long-time Armor-All user, try this out&#8230; it works just as well and smells so much better!
I have a 14-year old car that had a lot of ground in dirt on arm rests, door panels and center console areas.  This lifted the dirt with minimal wiping and left a nice sheen behind.  It worked equally well on leather and plastic surfaces.Getting a free sample was cool, but it works well enough that I'll be purchasing more when it runs dry...and there aren't many items that I say that about.
This product smells nothing like &#34;New car&#34; but is not unpleasant. The freshness only lasts a few days. My chief complaint about this is that it is not so much an odor eliminator but more of a sense of smell eliminator.After using the product as directed and getting using the vehicle the next day I noticed that the tip of my tongue was numb and that my sense of smell was diminished while in the car and for a couple of minutes after leaving the car. I cross checked this by blind testing my wife and a friend of mine and they both had the same numbness/deadening on their tongues and reduced sense of smell.I use Meguiars products frequently and love the non-aerosol spray odor eliminator and will continue the use of that product but never again will I use this product.
I'm a pretty big fan of Meguairs products. I jumped on this one as soon as I saw it available. It's easy to use and does the job. Problem? The after smell of the product is less than favorable. It's VERY strong and while it's not terrible, it's far from pleasant. If they got a better fragrance I'd be willing to try that one. This &#34;new car&#34; smell is far from it and far from good.
in my car the old owner smoked and was just kind of a gross person so i vacummed and steam cleaned everything but some of the smell was still therei bought this followed the instructions to a t and all the bad smells are gone completely and it smells brand new now! i love it
I really like Meguiar's products. I've been using them on my truck since I got it in 2008 and I think the paint looks as good as it does today because of that despite the harsh Texas summers which last about 6 months around here.To use the refresher you need to leave your vehicle running, with the AC on, for 15 minutes. That's not a big deal but you do need to be where your car is secure and/or under close observation.The new car scent is not bad but not fantastic either (to me). It is strong the first day or two after application then it is just a very pleasant clean smell. I used mine about 40 days ago and it still smells fresh when I open the door after it has been sitting. I smoke in my truck so that is impressive. I use a water bottle that I can reseal with a little water in it for the butts to keep the old ashtray smell at bay.The instructions mention a locking mechanism. That is just the little nib that catches when you fully depress the trigger.This is going to be something I buy periodically.
I was pretty skeptical about the Whole Car Air Refresher, as Febreeze and other air freshener products had not made a noticeable dent on the &#34;wet-dog&#34; smell in my old 4runner.  Roll up the windows, run the air on recirculate and pop the top on the bug bomb looking can.  15 minutes later, open the car up (carefully, the concentrated version isn't too pleasant) and let the car air out.  15 minutes isn't really enough- I did it for several hours.  But afterwards, the wet dog smell was gone and a reasonable version of new car smell had replaced it.  And so far the dog smell hasn't returned.  The new car smell isn't my first choice of replacement smell, but compared to &#34;wet Saint Bernard&#34; sent its perfectly acceptable.  Count me as pleasantly surprised on this, as the Whole Car Air Refresher did work in my case, and is a lot cheaper than a ozone generator.
This &#34;scent bomb&#34; from Meguiar's is an even effect odor elimninator, or at least masker. The after-scent is a bit strong for my taste and does not really fit the &#34;new car&#34; mold, but it is better than some foul odors that can build up in a vehicle for whatever reason. I actually was able to use it both in a small 2-door car and in our family van, and there was enough scent to go around. One just has to follow the directions. Pulling the tab back up from the locked position will stop the fogger if you are trying to use it for two vehicles. Let it sit a while then air the car out. The longer it sits, the better the fogger works and removing old smells. It's scent was gone in a few days as well, but the cars were left smelling better than before.~ Kort
I didn't read carefully when I ordered this, so I was surprised when I read the instructions. But, seriously, how bad could it be?As it turns out, not bad at all.This is not an automatic air freshener. You have to set it off in your car and leave your car running for 15 minutes and then air your car out. So, the freshening takes a half hour or more. However, it really isn't that bad (choose a cool day) and, yes, your car will smell fresher. It has a kind of generic scent that lasts for a couple of days.The important thing is  all the smells a car picks up: The spilled dirt from plants, spilled coffee, general environmental stuff, mustiness, etc., Even when it isn't bad, it isn't real good, either. The odor eliminator takes care of them all. Definitely makes driving the car a better experience.
I have a classic 1990 Mazda Miata and this baby kicked the crap out of ingrained cigar smoke that I've been putting up with for Fourteen years since I got the car from my Dad.  Nothing I'd tried had worked and I didn't think this would do much good either, but it proved me wrong.  Now my mint Miata (don't ask how much to maintain!!!) smells like it just came off the showroom floor!  That's a job well done in my books!!If you're looking for a quick solution to those interior odors then this IS it!I highly recommend.
Simple to use, turn your car fan on, push down the locking button on the can, and let set for 15  minutes.  After 15 minutes; open your car doors and let air out for 15  minutes.  I used several days ago and it still has a clean new car smell, pleasing to most people.
I tested this product on my wife&#8217;s new Avalon. After 6 months and 8,000 miles the A/C was getting a bit musty so I was hoping this product would kill any bacteria and/or mold in the condenser heat exchanger.I discovered that the tiny little can contained more than enough for the interior volume of the Avalon and it completely eliminated any semblance of odor from the A/C unit. However, even though it was supposed to be &#8220;new car&#8221; fragrance, I found it to be a flowery scent and not at all like a &#8220;new car.&#8221; Had I used it in my truck I would have not liked it at all, but my wife had no issues with it.To use this whole-cabin deodorizer, the engine must be run with the A/C on max for 15 minutes without anyone in the car. Not only is that in the instructions, I&#8217;m not sure there is other way to effectively deodorize the whole cabin including the A/C. That said, I have had some success in deodorizing an A/C by opening up the cabin filter box, removing the filter, and spraying vast quantities of room odor eliminator (Lysol makes one) directly into the system while the fan is running at max.Airing out the vehicle for 10 minutes, per instructions, was not enough for me. This stuff was pretty strong and took about a week for the odor to come down to where it didn&#8217;t irritate me when I got in the car. Remember though, that my wife liked the fragrance so she had no issues with the strength.Since I didn't have a car with pet odors, vomit, or baby messes to test this on, I can only state that this is probably strong enough to kill those odors if the mess is cleaned first. It was effective at annihilating the A/C odor. However, if you just have a typically smelly A/C, there are other methods you may wish to try.
This is the only product I've used that has tamed our stinky dog issues. We take our dogs running several times a week when the weather is right.  We keep the car seats covered and windows open, but the car still smells like wet dog and whatever stinky thing they enjoyed rolling in and over. (I wish I understood the attraction to that particular activity.)My only recommendation is to allow the car to air out longer than the 15 minutes suggested. I was not comfortable sitting in the car until it had aired out in the garage overnight.
Having two kids in sports that eat on the run and two large dogs leaves my car smelling a little funky sometimes. Air fresheners don't always do the trick. While I wouldn't classify this as a &#34;new car scent&#34; it is fresh and eliminated the odor in my car.
I've used various tire shine products, but I think Dub is about the best.  It is easier to apply than most liquid sprays.  You might think an aerosol can would cause more overspray than liquid, but this goes on very nicely and it clings to the tires as you spray it, so unlike a liquid product (like Armour All) it doesn't end up on the car paint and wheels much at all.Also, the spray nozzle can be turned from left to right (L, M, and H settings) to control the scope of what you spray.As far as the citrus smell, it smells more like nail polish remove and oranges mixed together, but the odor is not really noticeable beyond a few inches from the tire and only briefly upon application.NOTE: like any product of this type, this can make surfaces slick, so do not put it on tire treads, thin tires like on bikes, or places you may step, like running boards.What I really like about the product....beyond just making tires shiny and wet looking, I tried this on the black and gray plastic trim on my cars.  I have a 2001 Volvo S60 and I sprayed this on the gray trim on the side and bumpers and it made it look brand new again.  Thanks to the adjustable nozzle I was also able to apply ti without much, if any, overspray onto the car finish itself.It hasn't worn off yet, through a couple of heavy rainstorms and several days of wear.  The shine does fade a little from road wear, like from any product, but the tires keep a "new, rich" look to them.I plan to make Dub my mainstay for tire and plastic car trim.
This is a spray product designed to make your tires shine.  It is great for detailing or just touch up.  The shine is pretty good and holds up during two or three washes.  Depending on your desired look, a quick spray gives your tires a fresh look.  It sprays on with a consistent stream.  You can leave on the car to dry, or you want wipe off excess.  It does not leave that sticky feel that similar products provide so will be pleased of the overall results.
This is a great product to shine your tires.Its simple to use and has a nice orange scent to it.All you do is shake it up, sray it on your tires and wipe off the excess.It really makes them shiny and gives a wet look to them.The sray nozzle is also adjustable so you can control the amount to spray on your tires.A nice choice for detailing your car or truck.
This does a really nice job of giving your sidewalls that extra pinache.  The spray nozzle has thin, medium, and wide spray patters to minimize overspray.  It dries fairly quickly and lasts about a week.  You don't need much, so I would guess that one bottle will last all summer.  Smells nice too, but use in a well ventilated area.
I've used a few tire shine products before, although I couldn't tell you the name of them, but they always wash off with the first rain, or in the car wash. I was very surprised with the DUB U1319 Tire Shine, because it lasted through a week of east coast torrential rain. The product was easy to apply, has a convenient adjustable nozzle, and holds up well in bad weather. I would purchase this product again.
The product calls for one or two coats for best effects. One coat, what I use and prefer, gives a nice gloss finish to the tire. It's slightly subdued and doesn't make the tire look like it's been coated with a half inch of wax like car tires do at the dealerships. Two coats, which I tried a day or two before having the car washed, was closer to those heavy gloss ultra wet looking tires that I don't really care for. The car wash actually knocked the shine down to about where I like it.The spray is fairly durable. We had a couple days of rain and after a hundred or two miles in puddles and running on the highway there was still some gloss left on the tires.Application is what I felt to be the weakest point of this product. The cap is supposed to be adjustable from narrow to wide spray. Mine may have been defective but no matter what way I turned the cap the spray was the same; nearly jet like, narrow and far too forceful. Attempting a light coat on the tire I still had considerable run off and puddles left on the garage floor which required cleaning and still left those sections of the floor slippery. This product just feels... wasteful. I much prefer a tire shine that applies as a liquid or paste and uses a sponge. You get better control, coverage and less waste.As for the Orange Crush scent? There was a hint of orangeness in the air and while it wasn't unpleasant it wasn't something exceptional either.All in all it's not a horrible product and I'll use up this can I was sent but I doubt I'll buy more when it's gone.
I've had a difficult time finding a tire gloss protectant that lasts. With DUB U1319, I think I've gotten as close as I can with a spray. I don't mind foams too much, but they do drip, and the resultant shine doesn't last for very long. DUB's clear spray goes on easily and drips less, though it comes out a little strong. The adjustable nozzle is a nice touch, but the difference between the thin and wide sprays isn't very large. Still, good enough for my needs. I use it at nearly full wide for a single sweep around each tire.One coating gives the tire a glossy black shine that last for 1-2 weeks, even in rainy South Florida conditions. Again, this is the longest lasting spray I've yet to use and it even does a good job on reviving worn, older tires. Two consecutive coats will give your tires that super glossy showroom/just-detailed look. A nice option if you want that. The mild orange scent is mainly for the "enjoyment" of the person applying the tire shine. It fades quickly after the first drive. It might be a nice touch if you are showing off your car somewhere though.Another quality vehicle product from Meguiar's. Good pricing, and it nicely compliments the DUB U1422 Wheel Cleaner. Used on a 1998 Mercedes 500SL and a 2005 Chrysler Town & Country minivan.~ Kort
Dub leaves tires looking better then anything else I found.It's a quick to use answer for beautiful wheels.Just as advertised, leaves tires with a clean wet appearance that lasts.The spray nozzle works great and can be turned between 3 settings = Low - Med - High.The nozzle sprays a lot of liquid even on Low which I appreciate.I've been using Armor-all spray foam which is always a challenge to get nozzle to spray good,and it's never an even coverage. (Also doesn't last long before tires look dry & grayish again)Although tires are supposed to be wash good first, I've found that they don't have to bethoroughly clean for Dub to make them look great.Dub is some sort of oily liquid that's not water soluble. Tires are still wet - oily and slickfor days after application. Likely why instructions suggest to wipe off extra liquid.Water runs off so quickly it really doesn't even have time to bead up.DUB CONTAINS = Acetate ester, petroleum distillates, acetone, carbon dioxide, heptane.CAN STATES A LOT OF WARNINGS = Do not breath, don't get on skin, keep away from heat/sparks/static dischargeand wash thoroughly after handling.I have no doubt this product can be harmful stuff.The over-spray I got on my hands was irritating and itchy, even after scrubbingwith soap & green scratcher. It's oily, so it hard to get off hands. I'll use gloves from now on.
buy this at a local store!  Highly recommend not having it shipped to you.  The can I rec'd was bulging at the end from the heat even though it was well packaged.  Can says avoid heat, undue pressure..can may burst.  Sure the post office loves this kind of stuff being shipped... The tire shine worked good for me even though I was afraid to shake the can too much!  The nozzle has low/med/high settings for the spray.  I used the low and pretty carefully went around the tire a couple times.  Directions say not to get on tread.  Also not for use on bike as it will make it slippery.  Tires shine like they are wet looking..it's nice looking!
OK, what marketing guys dreamed this stuff up?  There are many wheel cleaners on the market, from all the usual suspects. The best manage to remove brake dust and other grunge pretty effectively, with a bit of scrubbing, and do it without harming clear coat and other alloy wheel finishes. The key is to get the job done but do no harm. The best seem to be the cleaners from armor all and, above all else, sonax and p21s.For starters, this Dub stuff smells downright weird, like cheap perfume and tropical fruit cocktails from a 1980s fern bar. Then there is the color gimmick. Whats with that?  I definitely do not want my recently refinished alloys to turn technicolor green and red while Im washing my car. And then the litany of warnings, which all do make me wonder how gentle this stuff will be and what damage it will do if used regularly a couple of times a week.And the results?  On stubbornly grimy wheels, not on par with the top three, named above, not by a long shot.The verdict: one star for creativity - albeit misguided. Another star for results. I know of no good reason to buy this product beyond curiosity about a multicolored pina colada scented wheel cleaner. What the heck?
Read instructions, let sit for 5 minutes, watched the color change to a reddish hue - clean rims. Works good.
It sprays on fluourescent green and changes to a reddish color, although it's hard to tell because of all the grime that comes off.  It definitely gets the brake dust and road dirt to loosen, but you'll still have to scrub it away since it won't just wash off with a strong burst of water.  It also leaves the rims looking more shiny than usual when I wash the car.  My concern is the warnings on the bottle: don't use in the sun or on warm wheels, and don't let it dry.  So, I guess the only safe option is to wash your car early in the morning and in the shade?  Or what might happen?
Or so the song almost goes. I've been cleaning my wheels for several decades and I have yet to find a magic bullet that will let me spray and rinse off and this is not it, but then it doesn't pretend to be either. In the instructions, "agitate" translates to elbow grease.Anyway, I followed the instructions to the letter. Spray on in cool shady area. Wait 3-5 mins and rise off with agitation. Like every cleaner I've used, it helps, but no more than regular car wash and all special car cleaners are more dangerous.I've uploaded a photo which shows my wheel getting cleaned. I normally don't do this. I normally just clean my wheels with a mitt and car wash after I've done the body and get the same results. Anyway, the photo shows:1) Spray on DUB, rinse and clean with brush.2) Second application with DUB and brush.3) Additional application of my usual car wash and clean with toothbrush for about 3 minutes.As you can see, my alloys are pretty pitted and dirty and nothing short of special alloy wheel treatment will get them clean. But you can definitely see improvement between the first and second cleaning and I think more dirt would have come off with my wash mitt the first time, except this stuff is too dangerous to use with my hands. And I used about 1/2 the bottle of DUB for my 4 wheels.The changing color from green to red was neat. The smell was kinda OK. The cleaning power was OK. But car wash is safer. Car wash is cheaper. There is no mention of gastric lavage or anything like that on car wash.Overall: A neat and different type of wheel cleaner, but doesn't clean better than any other type of cleaner.
This has a terrible smell that really lingers awhile.  It goes on green and turns rust red after about 5 minutes.  Then you wash it all off.  It worked well on my wheels to remove the surface dirt and brake dust without scrubbing - but I would have gotten the same effect with a light scrubbing with a wheel brush.  It did nothing to remove small bits of road tar - but they came off easily with a light brushing.  No damage, but not really worth the effort.
The bottle I got arrived leaking all over the envelope it came in. The good thing about that, is it was immediately apparent how much this stuff stinks. Very heavy industrial smell. I use Armor All tire cleaner all the time and it doesn't stink anywhere near this bad. I'd say the cleaning ability is the same as Armor All; no better or worse. But the smell will definitely keep me from getting this again. I'll use what I got, and then forget about it forever. I'll stick with Armor All.
This cleaned up the wheels on my works Mini pretty well, but not sure if works better than other products. The color change was noticeable but probably not terribly useful. When the wheels are clean, they're clean, until then, need another spray.The shipping of this was pretty iffy, just in a bubble envelope that was quite well covered with the cleaner liquid.
Lots of wheel cleaners claim that they clean without brushing or scrubbing - none of them, including DUB, do, in my experience. That said, the DUB U1422 works very well if you're willing to accept a mild scrubbing with a wheel brush. It seems similar in effectiveness (very good) to my current favorite,Sonax Full Effect, and like the Sonax it changes color when it reacts with the iron in the brake dust. You don't need a lot of effort - just a mild rubbing to loosen the grime, followed by a rinse. When I run out of the Sonax, of which I currently have a lot, I will probably buy more DUB to replace it.
I'm a huge fan of the original ONR, I've been using it for 5+ years now.  I rarely reach for those hose.  As good as ONR was, I always wanted to follow up with a quick detailer for maximum shine.  With this stuff, no longer.  Great gloss, a bit of additional depth.  Improves the beading of whatever is on your car as well.  I have yet to find any wash that finishes out so slick.
It's almost magical. Haven't gotten any scratches or swirls from rinseless washes. You definitely notice the little bit of 'wax' that it leaves, which helps keep your car clean longer than just a standard wash. And to top it off, it leaves a nice, sweet-smelling scent. Very happy with the results.I alternate maybe 2 or 3 rinseless washes for every 'standard' wash. A standard wash is just faster, safer, and more thorough for the really dirty jobs. If you clean your car weekly and have good weather, you can probably get away with going full rinseless.
very good as instant detailer, i use this an instant detailer. awesome product and never caused any scratches or swirls. i initially bought this to do rinseless wash. it worked but for some reason i love doing the regular two bucket wash
Pro:-Uses way less water than an oldschool detergent, rinse, dry, polish, wax method.-Fastest way I've seen to get a great shine without needing a machine of any kind.-Plenty for lots and lots of uses: 1oz per 2 gallons of water, so 128 washes if you only use 2 gallons, or 64 washes if you use 4 gallons.Con: (none really)-Bottle is kinda heavy? (heh)-Bottle isn't completely full? (looks just like the photo, and the volume is as advertised)Here's how to use it:2x 5-gallon buckets, several waffle-weave rags, several microfiber towels, and a couple of microfiber sponges.  optional: 2x Grit Guards for your buckets.1) put 1oz of product in a bucket, add two gallons of water.  put 0.5oz of product in the second bucket, add a gallon of water.2) toss sponges in the more full bucket, let them soak it up.3) Use sponges to apply solution to a section of the car (start at the top and work down), and lightly scrub at dirt.  Rinse sponges in the (initially) more empty bucket (and scrape them on the Grit Guards if you have them), then wring them out into the more empty bucket before putting them back in the more full bucket.4) using as little pressure as possible, drag a waffle weave cloth across the wet section of the car.  This will lift remaining dirt and partially / mostly dry that section.5) Using as much pressure as you feel comfortable, finish drying and shine the car using microfiber towels (fold them into quarters and make sure to use a clean, dry face)6) Repeat on an additional section of the car.  Solution is good for use on all plastic, metal, painted or chromed parts of the car.  Use it everywhere, from the wheels to the headlights.
I originally purchased this because I thought the condo complex where I live didn't allow washing cars with a hose but it turned out they do.I used this a few times with great results but now use it mixed with water in a spray bottle as an instant detailer between washes. It works really well for that, better than most other brands of actual instant detailer! It provides a nice shine and really helps to clean up any dust or small droppings of dirt on the car.After this runs out, I will probably try Optimum Instant Detailer which I hear works even better as an instant detailer but I have no complaints with this No Rinse Wash & Wax as an instant detailer at all.
I was very happy with the results of the blue verison of this product. I decided to try it because it supposbly has wax in it now. Honesly I can't tell the difference from the older one but I guess it maybe a little better even though i don't notice it. I will continue to buy this just because it maybe better even though i don't notice it.Here is my original review of the blue version of this:I am very surprised how well this works and how easy it is to use. When I read all the reviews, I thought everyone was just exaggerating. At first I was skeptical that it was possible to wash my car with this and a bucket of water. I have a 2011 green camaro and I would never take her to a car wash place. I have many detailing product and this is my favorite. I used to use other car soap to wash my car and I always had to wax it after to get it to shine. No I simply wash the car and it gives my car a very deep shine with so little effort. I bought a bucket that collects dirt at the bottom from chemical guys. I mix two capful of this and half bucket of water. Make sure to buy good and absorbant micro fiber cloth. If you do it right it shouldn't take more than 20 minutes to wash your car and it will shine as if you waxed it. If the car is very dirty, i usually rince it off with a hose first then apply this stuff with a micro fiber cloth. Then use two more cloth to dry the car. Its best to do the car one section at a time, sides, front and back of car.
WARNING AGAIN....BURGUNDY COLOR RUNS...WASH OUT BY HAND AS IT WILL TAKE MANY, MANY WASHES TO GET THE RED OUT!NOT WORTH IT!!Have been a big fan of Zwipes for some time.Am on my second bulk package of Zwipes regular microfiber cloths in pastel colors.  Purchased them at Amazon...48 Zwipes for under $23!Price and color wise this is the way to go.These burgundy waffle weave Zwipes are targeted for stemware.  They did a fine job on glassware, mirrors and computer screens in our home.I also find the regular Zwipe to be just as effective, especially when new.When I purchase any Zwipes, I designate half the colors for water and windex cleaning, and the other half for polishing with waxes etc.Machine wash with no fabric softener and you are cleaning well and saving the environment.
These microfiber stemware and bar towels do just as they promise, drying glassware and silverware and other dishes to a shine with little effort.  They also shine my black granite countertop to a mirror-like finish.  The charcoal color is pretty and practical, too!
Nice to have around the house. Smaller than a dish towel, bigger than a wash cloth, just the right size and absorbency for cleaning counter tops and picking up spills. Nice to have a bunch of them available for such chores. However, the burgundy ones I got bleed like crazy. I thought after the first wash, which turned some white fabric pink, it would have washed out, but it didn't. I hand washed them in a sink 5 times in hot water and detergent and each time it looked like I poured a bottle of wine in the bowl. Since I will be using these around my house, I'm sure they are going to end up in a wash and I hate "pink" whites. So, I tried bleaching them white, but the color would not go away and they still bleed! So, you may want to think twice about the burgundy colored ones. If you are using them in a bar, maybe this won't be an issue.
The first thing I want to say is to NOT wash these with ANYTHING you do NOT want to have tinted.Personally why they would pick a color like this is beyond me...but they did, I wish all of these kindsof products where white...that way you do not have an issue with dyes fading. I washed these witha pile of other towels both micro fiber and regular terry towels, that are my &#34;rag towels&#34; that I useto dry my car, dry windows when washing them, etc. I am SO HAPPY I did this...as it was severalof the old rag towels got a bit of new color added to them...lol  So I put all of these through just arinse with white vinegar, hopefully that will be a help. The drying capabilities of the towel is fine, tome they are good for basic house cleaning and that's what I will use them for, and for cleaning mycar, etc. They need a better quality dye if they are going to offer these in colors though.
I like these bar towels, but they aren't my very favorite.  I've been using theTowels by Doctor Joe Blue 16" x 25" New Surgical Huck Towel, Pack of 12for over three years.  I've gone back and bought more packs of those Doctor Joe towels a couple of times, so I'm definitely a devoted customer.  For about $7 less, you get twice as many of the other brand (12 towels for about a buck apiece) as opposed to closer to $20 for six towels (prices change though, so check for yourself).First a weird question:  Why are these "stemware and bar towels" listed in the Automotive section?I guess that the answer is that these are pretty much high grade shop rags.  Granted they're nicer than shop rages, but not by much.I like the maroon color of these towels.  They look good in a bar setting and they're good for wiping up drips of wine (especially red wines) and colored mixers like colas and ginger ales.One other issue is that these aren't as soft and lint-free as similar towels.  I wouldn't use these to clean my car or to wipe my eye glasses.I like these towels.  I like having bar towels when I entertain.  If I hadn't used the other brand before, I'd probably be more tolerant of these.  I'll stick with the Doctor Joe towels at home.  These Zwipes...I'll take them to my office for when we have potlucks and birthday bashes.
These towels may not seem that great, but to me they are awesome. I use them to clean my appliances and windows because they DON'T leave streaks! Now I can use these towels instead of going through tons of paper towels which get very expensive. When I'm done cleaning with these towels, I just pop them in the washing machine on gentle cycle, and they are ready to go all over again. I have also used them to try dishes, and glasses, and they don't streak my glasses either. I like these towels, because they do what they are meant to do.
These are fantastic kitchen towels. Lightweight, takes up less space in a drawer than cotton towels. Because they are microfiber they wear like iron and sterilize with one washing without soaking. Six towels might just be enough to last a life time.
Note: Amazon has combined the reviews for all the different colors of this product. The colored versions have lower ratings, especially the Burgundy one which has many reports that it bleeds badly. I have the white ones. Amazon also lists this product under &#34;Automotive&#34;, which may also bear on the reviews.This is a very thin towel, but turns out to be very absorbent. For 1-3 person-days of dishes that had been given time to drain/air-dry on a rack, a single towel easily handled removing the remaining water, and did so with a single pass of the towel, and seemed that it could have handled more. Being thin may be an advantage because the towel more easily conforms to the contours of the dish, glass or utensil being dried. And they are easier to wring out. They *might* also air-dry more quickly, but I didn't do that experiment -- my climate and usage pattern allows these and my other dish towels enough time to air-dry.For those who care about such things (I don't, but know people who do), this towel is smaller than (my) traditional dish towels. The towels came with some loose threads along the edges and there were a few more after washing--enough to notice, but not enough to impair functionality.-- Douglas B. Moran
These microfiber towels are a bit thin. The waffle design gives them more surface area and they do a good job of drying and buffing a car. I just wish they were a little bit thicker and I think that would make them perform a bit better and be a little easier to handle. Otherwise these are good towels and they work well, especially for buffing off wax.
These towels are very useful.You can use them for spills and many other things.Im using them for dish cloths.They do a good job  scrubbing off the stuck on stuff.You get six per box and each of them are individually wrapped in plastic.The material is a bit flimsy but they should last awhile.Another reviewer mentioned that the color runs but it wasn't that bad and it mostly came off when I washed dishes.At about two bucks each they aren't priced to high for what they are.
These waffle textured microfiber towels are perfect for lint free drying of crystal and glassware.  The waffles grab water that the towel quickly absorbs.  The shape is the traditional 12&#34; x 25&#34; rectangle and the towels fit nicely on my over the cabinet towel bar.Although they're marketed as stemware and bar towels, they're also great dust cloths, and clean a TV screen in seconds.Since these are nylon and polyester, you can't use chlorine bleach when washing them, but the synthetic blend means they won't stain the way cotton cloths do.  It also means they'll dry very quickly.Still, These are an admirable addition to the household/kitchen towel arsenal.
This set of Zwipes is the perfect size for throwing over my shoulder while working on whatevers.  (Whatevers is that catch all descriptor for 'if you got a job to do that might be messy then use one of these jewels')  For example, yesterday, I was slicing a prime rib roast and thank goodness I had one of these on my shoulder.  I am not what one might call a neat freak and it was proven when I had not prepared the cutting surface properly and the au Jux decided to flow.  Not for long or much.  I hit the streak of juice with my Zwipe and as expected the mess was absorbed with ease and I had no mess to concern myself with.Six to a pack works well for my use and each acts like a sponge that can be rinsed out and reused before machine washing all the microfiber cloths together.  I already have one in the front seat of those occasions requiring a little bit of clean up or wiping the inside windows.  With an 80/20% ratio of polyester to nylon, I expect a long life from the set.  If that statement proves wrong, I will return with an update.I highly recommend these towels along with the other user.
These are good looking towels, but do not feel soft and are not particularly absorbent.  I prefer the 100% cotton towels.  The edges are well finished with nice seams.  These are plain white with a textured waffle pattern, but no colors.
I'm not sure why these are in the automotive section, but they're useful for the kitchen as well as for cleaning.They're slightly smaller than a regular kitchen towel but work well as a hand towel. I've also used them to clean glass and TV and computer monitors.I like the charcoal (almost black) color and find them attractive.
Knowing that red items might bleed, I decided to put the towels in a sink-full of water to see what happened. Oh, my gosh, these towels faded badly. I left them soak a while, wrung them out, added more hot water & let them soak again...they faded more. I repeated this process one more time, then wrung the towels out & let them dry. I decided to handwash a couple of them, so I soaped them up & ran hot water on them. I couldn't believe that the water was even redder than before. I'm wondering if they'll ever stop fading.The two I handwashed were used for general house cleaning. They did a good job dusting, absorbing water & keeping surfaces lint free. I will dedicate some for glassware use but might bleach them to hopefully stop the color bleed.Because of their waffle weave texture, the towels measure about 1/2" shorter all the way around than advertised.  They can be stretched to the advertised size.Zwipes Waffle Weave towels perform like microfiber should, but I cannot recommend the burgundy color.
This is an excellent lint free towel that's perfect for a multitude of tedious areas.Thin and manageable ~ yet super absorbent, this waffle towel is ideal for fragile and fine glasswareand so much more.I washed up several items in our china cabinet, some delicate old wine glasses, and small cordial liqueur glasses.The towel completely absorbs water instantly with light contact, and leaves a sparkling shine.Their also great for car care. Caught a 50 degree winter day and washed the salt off our car.I used these towels to detail the windows an mirrors, they did a perfect job without leaving lint or streaking ~ on one pass.I must say ~ the more I use these towels ~ the more impressed I am with them.Size is 12" x 24" (washed)  Use only non chlorine bleach.
I am sort of a towel snob and have many assortments of various towels to perform various tasks.  I have some other microfiber towels with which to compare these to which are much better quality.  These are rather thin.  You can hold them up to the light and see through them.Although thinner towels can come in handy sometimes,  these seem a bit flimsy and cheap looking in my opinion,  and they really don't look like they will hold up a long time as there are a lot of strings poking out around the edges where the borders are sewn.They do a pretty good job of drying dishes however I'm disappointed in the quality.
These aren't as thick as a normal terry towel but they are fairly absorbent. The 12&#34; width is a little less than most of my other kitchen towels.  But they are soft, and the waffle texture gives them some added &#34;oomph&#34; behind your elbow grease.  They do seem to leave a little less lint than a terry towel which is a nice plus.I got the charcoal color and if they bled any when washed, you wouldn't notice it since they looked like a faded black to begin with.  I do like that the dark color won't show any stains but of course, I won't be able to bleach them if they get really yucky.  They were shipped with each pair of towels in a glassine bag, which was nice but a little unnecessary.
I ordered these towels thinking we could use them as dish towels instead of the normal cotton ones we've used for years.  They are very soft and supple in a deep, rich burgundy color.  The 12&#34;x25&#34; size is perfect for a dish towel.  What I really like best is the absorb-ability.  Compared to cotton or cotton blend towels these are much, much more absorbent and they dry very quickly.  I have purchased car window wipes made out of the same type material and they are washing machine friendly.  Highly recommended!
They are a little thinner than I was expecting, but they work really well at drying dishes.  I've also found that they are great for cleaning mirrors and other glass around the house and in the vehicles too.  I've already washed them several times and so far they are holding up well. I have other Zwipes towels that I bought years ago and they still are in use around the house so hopefully these hold up as well.
Some may find them a bit narrow but they absorb a lot and the thing I like most about them is the fact that they're tactile and adhere to the surface they're drying and they stick around to finish the polish as well.  They don't just pass over and require your elbow grease to soak up the suds or the water.  That's a vast improvement over the dish towells I've been using for forty some odd years!  I highly recommend them.
I use these towels to dry individual glasses and dishes that I clean in my sink or that come out of my dishwasher wet. They do a fine job.These seem great for small drying jobs.  They are soft to the touch and seem to embrace what I am drying so there is no water or water marks left.Because of the size (&#8220;12 by 16&#34;) I do not use these if I am drying pots and pans that have been soaking in my sink.  I use a bigger and thicker towel for that.For me these are great when drying glasses and dishes and even my stainless steel tea kettle. The waffle weave microfiber seems designed to work on items that I want to show off and it does a good job drying without leaving any marks.
I have used many different kinds and brands of microfiber towels over the years. A lot of them promise great cleaning and no lint but don't deliver on either. The Zwipes get you both. They clean very well - not just glassware but even fingerprint-smeared phone and tablet screens! And lint? None at all.The Zwipes towels are soft and easy to handle - they're a bit smaller than some similar towels I have seen, but I find that makes them easier to use. A word of caution, though - the color bleeds when washing quite a bit at first, so I suggest washing them in the sink the first couple of times. It seems stable after that.
Most basically, these are microfiber towels, so there's no much to say. They are small, thing, absorb liquid, etc. I didn't find any features that make them particularly notable. The price is okay for a six pack, but the frayed edges let you know that these are fairly cheaply manufactured.I use these for drying, so it's not like the color rubs off; however, if you soak these, they will bleed into the water. It's best to wash these in the sink if you don't want your laundry to end up vaguely burgundy colored.These towels are fine, but not great. The fact that I have to wash them separately is supremely annoying. I'd look elsewhere if you're in the market for a microfiber towel.
Think of the Zwipes as a cotton waffle kitchen towel with the benefits of a synthetic towel - no lint, quick drying and fabric longevity among others.The first thing you need to do is wash the towels separately or with dark, similar colors. They bleed a lot! After the initial wash they felt and looked like well-used cotton towels.The waffle weave makes the towels very absorbent and they do not feel like at all like new towels. I was able to wipe dry, without any lint residue 4 of these 21 oz. glasses -Riedel Vinum Bordeaux, Set of 2 (Set of 2). They do feel like soft cotton and I had to check the labels to confirm that they were in fact synthetic - 80% Polyester and 20% Nylon. They do not have any slippery, non-absorbent feel associated with polyester.The towels are thinner and smaller than regular kitchen towels - 12 x 16 versus 18 x 25. I would have preferred a single larger, thicker towel instead of having to use 3 of them to finish up my drying. Flip side is that you get to use a fresh towel every 4 glasses. :o)2 bucks a piece for these towels is worth it..especially if they last like other microfiber cloths. I have some dusting cloths that lasted 7-8 years.Would recommend!Pros:* Used cotton feel after first wash* Waffle weave makes these as absorbent as cotton* Lint free cleaning* Quicker drying than cotton* Great for cleaning/polishing stainless steel appliancesCons:* Smaller size means more towels for even small jobs
Lucky is any car that comes to be our vehicle!My husband is fastidious with the upkeep of our cars.After a rain our cars have been dried off in the garage&#8230;nature&#8217;s carwash.Waxing etc. is done on a regular basis.When off to a carwash, that facility must not use any harsh or abrasive equipment.Most times, my hubby does the job himself, pending the weather.He has praised the microfiber drying towel and its pockets as well as the blade for accomplishing the job with more ease.Towel and blade are perfect for our vehicles!
The wait was not for the product which was delivered promptly but for the weather to allow me to wash vehicles. The horrible combinations of conditions including snow melt, freezing rain and high winds when above freezing are not conducive to car scrubbing. The nearest hand dried car wash is almost seventy miles away so I am usually home frantically hosing off vehicles in the lately brief non freezing weather. This is what made me appreciated the items shown. I was able to squeegee the SUV off quickly and finish with the drying towel. Everything immediately sticks to this towel so there are no little seed deposits or streaks left on the windows. That said, don't drop it in the dirt or leaf debris or you will have to shop vac it off. I really like this towel for cleaning the inside of the car for that reason. So many little items manage to deposit themselves in window crevices and tucks in the seats. What does not vacuum gets stuck to this towel and the car actually looks so much better with a clean interior. The corner pockets make this so much easier.
Let's be very candid. This is a very good drying towel, however most of the towels I use to dry off one of the cars work equally as well. This towel is made of microfiber materials and is very soft and I carefully noted that on my Corvette it did not leave any cloth marks, however that car does have a great wax finish and scraping that wax would not be easy. The towel does absorb good and the size is very good. I have yet to figure out the use of those pickets on both ends. The manufacturer writes that you can put your hands in those pockets and you get a better grip on the towel. Maybe--maybe not! The towel washed easily by just tossing in with the rest of your machine washables. This is a  good product.
This is a really nice, large drying towel.  I also think it seems like a good value, considering its size and the microfiber fabric.  My primary use for it is auto drying and an occasional auto wax, which I haven't done yet but it looks like it will be great for that.  Having a large enough drying towel that doesn't have to be squeezed out as often as smaller ones is a big plus in car washing.  And, unlike my old school chamois which I hand wash in a clean bucket with dish soap, this one easily is thrown into the washing machine.  All plusses for this towel, including the hand pockets.
The handle of the wiper is actually bigger than it appears in the picture, and is easy to hold and control.  The rubber is very soft and the wiping edge actually flares out perpendicular to the larger body of the blade.  This gives two nice, thin wiping edges that work well.  The towel is insanely soft and I have no second thoughts on using it to wipe the car down.
Not a lot to say about this.  You get exactly what is promised at a fair price. They towel is large and very absorbent.  The blade/squeegee acts like a giant windshield wiper to clear water off car surfaces (good for large areas) and works as expected.  I think you can reduce the time it takes to dry your car using this combo.  Not everyone will need this, but if you fuss over your vehicle and wash it yourself a lot, this could be a worthwhile purchase.  Especially good for the bucket and hose type car washing task.
The towel is no great shakes.  I own better ones.  But, the coverage area on this is very large compared to the ones I own.The &#34;blade&#34; is great.  Essentially you have a giant wiper blade that doesn't scratch.  It's perfect to use right after the car wash.All in all it's a very good combination.
As a kid I had the job of washing the family cars often enough that I become very familiar with how chamois towels really don't dry very well.  It always seemed a chore to gather the surface water in the towel, wring it for all it was worth and then hope it was dry enough to use again.  Now we have microfiber towels like this one and what an improvement.  This Zwipes towel effortlessly collects water (and lots of it), is easy to wring out and then is ready to dry again.  It also seems like a well made item, not likely to fall apart anytime soon.  It certainly makes washing one's own car an easier, quicker chore.Recommended.
The product is exactly as advertized. At first I thought it was a smaller than 40 x 25. But I measured it and it was exactly those dimensions.When you touch it with dry hands, it feels a bit funny. Somewhat like sand paper, but not that rough. I guess it's all that microfiber material which makes it really a great absorber. The pockets help so you can put your hands in while you wipe. Seemed strange at first, but I find it 'handy' :-)It's great for cleaning any glass or metallic surface. I use it for my house windows as well.Highly recommended!
I love the size of this, its extra large for drying your car/truck and I liked that. The blade I tried, and maybe some people will love it, I found it a hassle to use, I MUCH preferred just using Zwipes towel, it was very absorbent and with the hand pockets made it easier for me to handle and maneuver.  I have a fairly new vehicle so the water really rolls right off ofit but I still like to wipe it down. I found that this super thick towel really dried it well, and I never had to wring it out once.The only thing, when I first opened it I noticed a lot of fuzz and clippings on it, so I threw it in my dryer with no heat forabout 3 minutes and let the dryer remove ALL of that stuff, as I did not want it transferred onto my car.  The drying blade, well, that now lives in our shower, yes, our shower...my husband likes to wipe it down and felt that this over-sizedblade did a great job, so maybe Zwipes has another area they could break into for sales!  As with ALL towels of any kind of fabric, you really shouldn't use a fabric softener sheet as it puts a finish on the fibers and the towels don't dry as well, I never use fabric softener on my towels.
Microfiber towels are the only way to go for drying a car or buffing out wax.  No streaks, no lint. I appreciate the large size of this towel so I only need one to dry my small SUV and the pockets on the end to slip your hands into are a nice touch. I downgraded to 4 stars only because the color did bleed when washing so make sure you don&#8217;t put any lighter colored towels in the wash with it.
It's finally above freezing and while I didn't have the opportunity to use this on it's advertized use on car and truck finishes I did use it with great success on windows.My home has a wall of windows six feet tall and well over 25 feet long on the first floor. Exterior clean up of these after a winter of snow, ice, the occasional errant bird strike and various other sources of dirt and grime is often a long put off chore. Hosed off the windows, stripped the water and larger crud off with the drying blade and wiped down the remaining dirt while drying with the towel. Perfect streak free windows in half the time. The pockets in the the towel help to keep you from dropping it into the mulch and while there were a few errant threads and fuzz on the first window by the second it had stopped shedding.Highly recommend.
Normally, I don't use these micro fiber type cloths for drying my cars. They work well for polishing the paint but don't measure up to the job that a well used 100% cotton terry cloth towel does. I normally use a few Egyptian cotton towels that are about 10 years old and I carefully wash them and dry them without fabric softener. They work great. I had to give the Porsche a quick wash prior to a local cars and coffee event and grabbed the Zwipes to dry off the car. It worked surprisingly well - especially on the glass (something that other micro fiber towels fall flat on).The pockets - an idea I didn't &#34;get&#34; when I read the description - are a clever way to get a good grip on the towel as you wipe. I think that helps because this kind of towel will quickly grab and hold any grit, leaves, twigs that it encounters. I can't tell you how many of my microfiber towels (that I carelessly dropped&#8230;) have embedded leaves in them that won't wash out.I like this product and will use it regularly. Recommended...
I used this on a passenger car to finish drying it.* It had more than enough capacity to complete the task itself. It had excellent absorbency, quickly picking up the beads/droplets.When I tried to wring it out before hanging it up to dry, I got very little water out of it. It was at the point where it had absorbed enough water to *start* to impede its picking up all the water during the first pass, but it was still far from soaking wet. I put it through a brief spin in my washing machine, but it was still more moist than I expected.  Since wring-and-reuse was not important to me I didn't experiment further, but if it is to you, you should look to other reviews.My perspective is that strong absorbency is a perfectly acceptable tradeoff for not being easy to wring-out.I didn't find the pockets to be useful when wiping down horizontal surfaces (hood, roof). Pushing the towel around with my hands in the pockets was little different from just have the hands on the back of the towel. In fact the latter often offered more comfortable positioning of the hands. Since I was using the towel on a regular passenger car, I can't say how useful the pockets would have been on a taller vehicle with side panels to dry (a van, a bigger SUV, ...).I have used this towel twice during the time allotted for submitting reviews.====* The car's finish was still in very good conditions, so most of the water ran off, leaving only smaller bead/droplets. No squeegee or similar was used.-- Douglas B. Moran
I also had a silicon blade to partially dry my car, then a Microfiber cloth to finish the drying.  I prefer this over the Superflex blade because the handle is stiff so it gives good contact on the car body.  The Drying towel is a really great drying tool because it can dry the wide surfaces like the roof, trunk and hood much faster than a small Microfiber cloth.I use it all the time now to dry my car.
I got the towel/wiper combo. The towel is great. It is large, absorbent, and has pockets to put your hands in to make it easier to dry the car. The wiper, though, is not as great. The plastic is not as soft as I would want it to run it over my car's paint. For glass, it's fine. For paint, no. Maybe I'm being too cautious, but the edge seems too rough to chance it.
I really like this towel. I use it when I wash my car and I think it works better than a chamois, which is what I have always used in the past. I hang it out to dry and it's ready to go the next time I wash my car. This is also great to have in your car if you go through an automated car wash, because they never dry completely. Dry it yourself in 3 minutes and no more water spots!
Finally an absorbent towel to handle your car washing towel.  The towel area is very large and it is made of micro-fibers which allow it to soak up lots of water.  You can use it as a drying towel, finish or touch up.  It wrings out with ease and is perfect if you like doing your own car cleaning.  To clean it, merely pop it in the laundry and hang it up until the next time it is needed.  Very good quality.
I normally use a bath towel to dry my car but my daughter got mad because I used them.So I figured I would give this a try.After washing my car I used it and was very impressed how well it dryed the car..It didn't leave any spots and it was very absorbent.I really like the pocket on each end.It allows you to hold the towel with each hand and makes drying easier.I recommend this highly and im sure you will be very happy with it.
I have a love/hate (mostly hate) relationship with drying my truck.  It's big and annoying and I can never seem to get it all.  I've been using an absorber previously and this thing blows it out of the water.  The blade knocks down water FAST and the towel is super-absorbent so it picks up the 'leftover' droplets amazingly.  Seriously, I can actually get my entire truck dried before the water drops 'set in' like they do with the absorber.  And -- as others have said -- this towel is huge.I love this thing!  This is one of the best new additions to my car cleaning collection in a long time.I received this from the manufacturer for testing and review and have shared my honest experience in this review.
I have been hand washing my cars for 40 years. If I had used  this product  earlier, it would have saved me countless hours of the last step in a routine wash.Prior to using the Zwipes Ultimately Dry combo kit. I was using a windshield squeege to wipe the water from the paint. It actually removed water better than the Zwipes drying blade, but I think the Zwipes drying blade protects the finish better.The drying blade lifts the water and any other contaminants from the surface rather than drag any residual grime across the surface like the squeege does. That grime can leave fine scratches.The soft towel soaks up the fine droplets that remain. During the first use, the towel left some lint, but there appears to be plenty left to soak up water after the next wash.
This Zwipes set comes with very nice squeegee-style blade as well as a single hand towel.  The blade does a great job of getting most of the water off of my car.  It is soft enough that I don't worry about damage to my paint.  It removes water in streak-free fashion and then you're ready to finish up with the towel.The towel isn't so stellar.  It didn't seem to hold much water, and, more importantly, it left blue fuzz on my car.  Small pills of fuzz appeared after every few wipes.  When I got done, my clean car was dotted with little blue pieces of the towel.  I guess I'll have to get out the blower and blow them away.While I give thumbs up to the squeegee, any towel that leaves a mess on my car isn't something I'd buy again.
I almost want a set of these in bath towel size. Very soft and comfy feeling. Love the little pockets sewn into each edge; great tweak for wiping down large areas.  Very absorbent too. Leaves no lint behind, and seems to dry off pretty quickly. I might get another one, just to have. But one dries off my van just fine, with plenty of absorbency.  Very nice.
I have dozens of car-drying wipes.  This one is nice, large and plushy.  Since my vehicle is a black, heavily waxed car, this towel actually isn't great at drying because it's so hydrophobic it just disperses the water beads. But, it makes a good towel for detailing or removing excess products.  I haven't had any issues with the fabric material causing swirls, though I do get a bit of lint.
This is a wonderfully large and plush microfiber towel and a large sturdy squeegee.I'm not sure I have a great need for the the corner pockets, but the towel really is amazing. It's large and thick, and of course a great color, too.The squeegee is similarly impressive, large and sturdy.This is a great set. I think it would be especially nice as a gift, e.g., for a friend who just bought a new car.
This is the first silicone squeegee blade I've tried ~ so I was concerned it may lightly scuff the paint surface.But I thoroughly checked from every angle, in the sunshine after use, and found zero scuffing.I washed the car at a do-it-yourself hand sprayer car washwhich doesn't blow water off the surface like a drive through would.I used the 12" blade over all flat areas of our full size auto, which only takes a few swipes,and can be done in about 2 to 3 minutes.I found this squeegee to be amazingly efficient in saving time and energy.The blade doses a wonderful job on windows, leaving only the circumference that needs towel dried.This microfiber towel is as good as it gets for absorbing what little water is left & leaves a streak free finish.The towel dried the entire car, which only took me about 10 min, and could have absorbed much more.I used some small hand towels around the fenders, mudflaps etc. to avoid grit on the drying towel.My experience made me a believer in the product statement,"the silicone wiper blade removes over 80% of the water" & the microfiber" towel absorbs 5 times its weight in water".Plus no more heavy, ringing wet towels.The Microfiber towel is nylon & polyester,  25" x 40" at each end a 5" deep hand pocket, the 25" width of the towel.It's luxuriously thick ~ edges have stitched finish ~ washes up like new ~ dries fluffy soft ~ & the dark blue color doesn't show stains.
My favorite thing about this drying towel is the pockets on either end of the towel which makes drying a breeze. I can just tuck my hands inside the pockets and easily wipe down my truck. Because of the nice large size of the towel, I'm able to utilize different parts of the towel to continue drying when one part is a bit too wet or if it gets a little dirt on it. The towel does a nice job of absorbing the moisture to avoid the nasty sun-baked watermarks. With this type of towel, it's important to remember not to use any fabric softener as it will make the towel less absorbent.
I switched over to microfiber towels in lieu of leather chamois cloths a few years ago because with multiple uses the microfiber towels have proven to be more cost effective when durability is taken into account. No matter how much I tried to follow suggested care instructions for the chamois, at some point I would get oil or grease on them and in the attempt to cleanse, it would become stiff and less absorbent.With the microfibers, as long as fabric softeners are avoided when machine washed, they seem to maintain the ability to soak up a whole lot of water however, if they come into contact with oil or grease they are just as susceptible to loss of absorbency, I just don&#8217;t feel as irritated throwing it away.  One thing that anyone picking up this towel should do is wash it first because I haven&#8217;t owned one yet that didn&#8217;t leave little fur balls on the car finish the first few times it was used.With the added feature of pockets on each end, it works as well as others I have used over the years, soaking up a rather impressive amount of water. I suppose the pockets are useful for some during the drying process but for me they don&#8217;t add much value. If I need to stick my hand in the towel to get some leverage then I&#8217;m  probably drying openings in wheel covers that have some oils and brake dust residue that I really don&#8217;t want to get clumped into the microfibers of this towel anyway.
Zwipes 669 Pocketed Plush Lint-free Absorbent Large Drying Towel, Blue, 40&#34; x 25&#34; Pocketed Drying Towel works well on cars and all cleaning jobs. Highly recommended. Very soft and worth the price.
This is a very nice combo for the &#34;do it yourself&#34; car washers. I often get frustrated because my F150 dries before I can get it sufficiently wiped down, leaving spots on my truck. The 'Dry Blade' comes in handy, especially on those large areas (hood, sides). That way you aren't trying to remove every drop of water by absorbing it with a towel. The blade is slick and, if you did a good job cleaning, should not cause any scratches. It also works well for window glass, which are often smeared by towels.The Pocketed Drying Towel is simply a large microfiber towel. For whatever reason, microfiber feels weird to me... like it wants to stick to me. But it still does a good job. Overall, microfiber is pretty absorbent and this towel is no exception. While some may complain about it being too large, it's large enough that you don't need 5 towels to get your car or truck dry. The 'pockets' are simply a nice convenience. You put one hand in each, then dry using a 'wipe on, wipe off' motion (see: &#34;Karate Kid&#34;). It is lint-free, as the product promises. Once wrung out, the microfiber dries quickly. I recommend you wash it after each use, of course.Overall, these are a great addition to your car-care arsenal, and should last quite a while.
I like to keep my cars spotless and sometimes I'm short on time and unable to go to a real car wash. After quickly washing my car I can squeegee and polish with this. This has saved me money and allowed me to wash only the front of the car when needed since that's the area that comes into contact with bugs, etc.
Anyone who washes his car then dries with only towels has never been introduced to water blades.  This is my second one and I highly recommend them.Drying is so incredibly quick.  Just slide this back and forth like a giant squeegee.  Don't worry.  The blades are soft and flexible.  It won't scratch the paint.  I only wish there was a handle so I could reach the roof of my minivan.After a few quick swipes, I run over it with the microfiber towel.  Wow, that is one thirsty towel.  I can dry a whole minivan with just the water blade and towel and never have to squeeze the towel dry.  It's so soft, plush, and thirsty.With my old water blade, I just swiped and left it at that.  The towel makes it dry without bits of water stains.  That's how I'll be doing it from now on.Compared to my other water blade, this one has a firmer blade, but they both wipe up the water equally well.  It's the towel that makes the difference.
Literally does the job of a chamois without the exorbitant cost.  This baby is worth the price and soaks up the suds and water with the first going over.  The second time around is strictly for polishing.  I've never seen anything come close to a chamois but this baby does.  I highly recommend for a larger drying and polishing surface at a fraction of the cost.
Well, after washing the car with the fantastic Zwipes washing mitt, it was time to test this towel. Wow, does this thing absorb the water! It is very soft, so I had zero fear of it scratching the paint. I was able to put my hands in the pockets for drying, but the location of the pockets wasn't the best for my biomechanics. However, its a towel, its job is to dry, so I won't ding it for that.  The towel left the car and bike spotless, dry, and without lint.I am still amazed at how much water this towel holds while still drying!It washes and drys just peachy.I definitely will get another one or two of these!  The misses is happy the bath towels aren't heading out the door as well! Beats my chamois, hands down.
This works great when I dry my car. I like the pockets at both ends because they make it easier on my hands when I clean and I also like the fact that the towel does not leave any streaks or any threads or lint on my car.This towel feels soft.  It has two pockets at both ends so when after I wash my car I just place one or both hands in the pocket or pockets and glide the towel over my car to dry it.  Doing it this way does not leave and streaks or watermarks.The towel also holds together well after each use and after washing. Other towels I have used have left threads or lint on my car as the towel has worn out.  This seems to be holding together well.The towel seems fairly absorbent. When the towel seems really wet I just squeeze the water out and start drying again.This does a good job drying my car.
I washed the car two weeks ago and gave the 669 (I think I like saying that) a try at drying the car, a VW Gold TDI. Using the 12" silicone blade and then the Zwipes did a great job of drying the car however it did leave some lint here and there. I am sure the lint blew off with the first drive down the highway but worth mentioning. My usual drying procedure prior to trying this has been to use a chamois and then a few old towels to finish but the 669 worked just as well and was quicker. Since there was a bit of lint left on the car I gave the 669 a run through my washer and dryer to see how it well would hold up to a wash AND to remove any lint.This last weekend I gave the TDI another wash and dry and was really happy to say the performance of the 669 was perfect with no lint and a great spot free dry of the car.  The 669 is a great size and is very absorbent. Super happy with the product.
I get so sick and tired of dropping one end of my towel into a puddle while drying my car that I really appreciated the pockets sewn into each end of this towel. It's quite absorbent and works well with polymer &#34;waxes&#34; used during the drying process. It's not a huge towel, but I can dry my wife's Avalon with just one, no problem. I do recommend getting the car squeegee to knock off the bulk of the water first, especially if you live in a damp climate. We have about 15% humidity here in Vegas most of the time so a squeegee is not critical but it's still makes the drying process quicker, and Amazon has a package deal with towel and squeegee for about $10 more than the towel alone.If you want a soft, absorbent, microfiber towel with convenient pockets for control, I think you'll love this towel, too.
I gave this a good test a few days ago when I washed my GMC Sierra truck. The vehicle was wetter than usual due to high humidity (it was raining) so it was definately up for a challenge. I usually use the hose by itself to let the water sheet off the vehicle which can drastically reduce the amount of water on the vehicle. However, the nozzle was stuck so it was once again, even more wet than I'd like.However, the drying towerl did a pretty good job. I did have to wring it out a couple times and followed up with a 2nd drying towel to finish it up. But it did better than expected given it doesn't exactly feel too much more absorbant than my other normal towels. It's very soft though, which is important when drying a vehicle - epsecially a black one. Where swirl marks can happen quite easily.Otherwise it passed the test. Held up well, dried the vehicle, and helped keep it shiny. Just wish it were a tad more absorbant (and larger). For large vehicles, at least two would be recommended.
When I was given this silicon wiper, I was not terribly excited as I had owned one once before, back when they first became popular maybe 15 years ago, and the old one worked OK, but not great. Eventually I stopped using it and lost it.I tried this new one for the first time yesterday. Works great!I have a dark blue Mustang with lots of sharp edges and creases in the bodywork, especially on the hood and fenders. It's a very difficult car & color to keep clean, and to keep from leaving behind hard water deposits.Well, one swipe of this thing and the surface was nearly bone dry with only a few drops of water left at edges. With this thing you can dry your car in only a little longer than you could with a towel alone, but it will be MUCH cleaner, and you can dry the water it leaves behind with one small towel instead of using a couple of bath towels.Nifty little gadget - and the oversize ultra-soft towel is great as well.
The Camco Bamboo Cutting Board measures just under twelve (12) inches long, by eight (8) inches wide.  It is one half (1/2) inch thick.  At this size, the Camco board is clearly not large enough for anything other than the smallest of tasks such as mincing a small handful of parsley or cutting a single carrot.Nevertheless, this is a handy cutting board to have within reach just for such small tasks when you do not want to get out a larger board.  The small size also means that this board can be kept on the counter, perhaps stored on edge between the toaster oven and the wall, making it easy to reach when needed, unlike larger cutting boards which often need to be stored away, particularly in smaller kitchens.  The built in handle is a nice touch.The Camco's small size makes it best when used as an auxilliary board to a larger companion, but it is quite useful.  It can also double as a nice cheese board for slicing and serving block cheese.
I ilke wooden cutting boards as they don't dull my expensive knives, but some of them can so soft as to not last a long time and to be difficult to clean. The Camco Bamboo product is a good compromise...it's wood, but a very durable and hard wood. Easy to work with and clean, but doesn't dull my knives.Only issue is that it tends to be a bit small for some uses - you might prefer the next larger size. Otherwise, it's a terrific product and definitely worth a try.
This cutting board Measures 7-7/8&#34; x 11-13/16&#34; x 1/2&#34; it fits perfectly on my counter right next to my stove, which makes it easy for me to just chop and drop right into the pot that I am cooking in. It's small enough to move around the kitchen if you need to use it at the kitchen table. It's also very easy to clean. It's very sturdy, but not real heavy, so I really like it. When I'm not using it, I just hang it on the wall in the kitchen, so it's easy to just grab. This is a very good quality cutting board.
Camco 43544 Bamboo Cutting Board with Handle costs approximately $14 and I believe it is over priced for its size. It's sufficient for small prep jobs. I wish is were twice the size for the price. Bamboo is actually a type of grass not wood.  Bamboo cutting boards are hard, plus the fact that they are very resistant to bacteria. Regular wood cutting boards, over time, get grooves in them where bacteria can get caught and transfer to food. This is especially true if the cutting board is not cleaned properly.You need to &#8220;season&#8221; bamboo cutting boards regularly &#8212; which can be time consuming. Seasoning will prolong the life of your bamboo cutting board. To season your board, first wash it with hot soapy water. Then, wait for the board to dry. Once it&#8217;s dry, saturate the board with food-safe mineral oil. Wipe the mineral oil off. Repeat this process at least 2 more times before using it for the first time. After that, you&#8217;ll want to re-season the board every month. You have to wash a bamboo cutting board by hand. It cannot be put in the dishwasher because there are more glued pieces that could come apart than with regular wood cutting boards. Bamboo cutting boards are more expensive than regular wood cutting boards. In fact, they&#8217;re among the most expensive cutting boards on the market today. Way too high maintenance for me.Some bamboo cutting boards are glued together with adhesives that have formaldehyde in them &#8212; which could eventually leak into and contaminate food. When buying a bamboo cutting board, make sure that it has a non-toxic label on it in order to avoid this. Personally, I have used dozens of different brands of cutting boards and find the Epicurean boards a better choice than bamboo.
I grab this one almost every day.  Great size, smooth wood, easy to clean.  I will be slicing  lemons for ice tea a lot since the board is so convenient.
The Camco 43544 Bamboo Cutting board quickly has become my favorite cutting board. It is very lightweight yet strong.  I prefer these bamboo cutting boards to traditional cumbersome wood boards because they are very lightweight, but still firm and strong. The small size is perfect for dicing vegetables or slicing bagels.  The small board is also easy to store, and little countertop space is needed to slice and dice. The handle is also a nice feature. At under $15, this cutting board is competitively priced as well.
Very nice cutting board. It is very solid and flat, has a drip groove, and has great feet. Impressive and probably great for an RV. And, it will not dull blades. Easy to wash. It also makes a great gift. I highly recommend this, would buy again, and I hope this helps someone.
This is a very sturdy, very attractive cutting board that you won't be ashamed to leave out on the counter.  I put mine on my bar to cut fruit, and it looks terrific.  A nice product!
This is a good, small cutting board, good for salad veggies for example. The pattern in the bamboo looks quite nice as well. The board holds in place on Corian quite well against sideways movements. Hand wash.
According to Cook's Illustrated, wood cooking boards are considered the best to use for general usage in the kitchen.  They tend to resist bacteria better than plastic ones (which seems counter-intuitive to me) and are more environmentally friendly.  This Camco bamboo cutting board is nicely designed with a juice groove around the entire perimeter of the cutting board and hard rubber feet that will elevate the board off your counter and keep it from slipping around during usage.  It should be washed with soap and water and dried after doing so.  This is not one to put in the dishwasher.  Bamboo tends to be quite durable and will resist scratches and hold up well over time.The only downside with this particular cutting board is it is quite small.  If your counter space is limited that might be acceptable, but I think most cooks will prefer a cutting board about 1-1/2 times the size of this one.  It will be fine for cutting up vegetables or smaller cuts of meat but will be too small for cutting up larger meats or roasts.
I love bamboo and have several pieces.  This board is great with the feet.  It's stable and sturdy.  Raises the cutting level for me so it's easier.  There is a groove for drainage, not really deep.  It is a very good looking board and for me the raised position is the best feature, after being made from bamboo of course.  Like all cutting boards, should not be put in dishwasher or left to soak in water.  Can be oiled w/food grade mineral oil to help keep moisturized and nice looking..if you wanted to.  I use mine constantly and would like a bigger size than this, at about 14&#34; X 10&#34;
Nova Leather Conditioner & Restorer has so many uses, but my primary use is for the interior vinyl and leather seats of my Mercedes Benz and BMW Z3 Convertible. What most people do not realize is that over conditioning leathers can actually do more damage than good. When leathers are done, they have special detergents and agents added. Over conditioning can remove this agents and decrease the life of your leather. This is highly important with the interiors of vehicles since certain areas of the seats are constantly use. Vinyl can be conditioned more often, but I condition my leather seats only two to three times a year.The Nova Leather Conditioner & Restorer comes with an application round sponge. It is always best to work with warm leather because this opens the pores and allows the conditioner to work itself deep inside and be better absorbed in the leather. The seats in both cars are heated, so I just let them warm up for one cycle. You can always just use a hair dryer to warm the leather up.Apply a small amount of the conditioner avoiding any stitching, and work in small circular motions. No need to rub hard, just press gently. After finishing the application, use a microfiber cloth and remove/buff the conditioner using small circular motions as you would when waxing a vehicle. Your cloth will probably end up picking up dirt and grime.This is a very important to do in my convertible because of the hot sun that hits the interior when the top is down. In between conditioning all you need to do is use a soft damp microfiber cloth to wipe the seats, this will keep the seats looking clean and soft.Nova leather conditioner is a great product to use all your leather and vinyl needs, the scent takes a bit to use to but it will disappear after the application is complete. Leaves your leather looking new, soft and non greasy. Product is clear in color and has no toxic and environmentally friendly.Sample provided for review.
I have a new leather jacket and used this on it. It dried quickly and made the leather feel less, well less new and stiff. Awesome.The results were so nice that I decided to risk using this on a very expensive purse that's been laying in my closet, waiting for a trip to the shop for cleaning and treating. Well, it waits no longer! This stuff made that handbag look and feel amazing, like new. It is leather inside and out and I cleaned and treated the whole thing. Gorgeous! It is a $4000 handbag that an ex bought for me. I will be using it tonight...carrying $11.50 in my $4000 purse. How me.This stuff is great. It dries quickly and doesn't leave a nasty odor. It just smells like leather.Sample provided for unbiased review.
I tested Leather Nova against Lexol using 2 leather couches with identical leather except in color.  You can see this in the photos that I submitted.Lexol is made from animal products - a combination of sulfated neatsfoot oil (oil rendered from cattle shins and feet (not hooves)) and tallow fatty acids (rendered from cattle fat).  I've been using Lexol for years on many items.Leather Nova isn't made from animal products and doesn't list the ingredients.  But through email with a Leather Nova representative, I learned that it's made from entirely from a synthetic polymer that's a trade secret.In the couch face off, I discovered that I had to use a lot more Lexol than Leather Nova to cover the entire area.  I used Leather Nova on the red couch and Lexol on the green couch (see photos).Leather Nova left the red couch looking wet and shiny after completely buffing it and it was dry to the touch.Lexol left the green couch feeling almost the same and it was flat, not shiny after complete buffing and dry to the touch.Naturally, I got some drops of both conditioners on the mat (see photo).  Lexol was simple to wipe up.  Not Leather Nova.  I wiped and wiped the mat but it looked shiny.  I ended up wiping some Leather Nova over the entire mat - surely just some drops.  Now, 2 days later the mat looks shiny and feels a little slippery when stepped on with socks.Separately, I used Leather Nova on a leather jacket that I've had for about 10 years.  The leather feels much softer and just today somebody commented on my new leather jacket.  I believe it was mistaken as new because of the smell, which one can identify as a leather smell yet maybe not only leather.My conclusion is these are both excellent leather conditioners and that the user should first determine if the finished product should look wet or flat.  If wet, go with Leather Nova.  If flat, go with Lexol.I received a complimentary Leather Nova sample and this is my honest review.
Overall, this is a pretty good leather conditioner. It is not a cleaner &#8211; you have to start with clean leather by using either water or a leather cleaner. This product is only for conditioning and protection.It goes on very easily. It&#8217;s a pretty thin consistency, which makes it, for me, easier to work with than conditioners that are the consistency of hand cream. The thinness makes it easy to get the conditioner into seams and crevices. But, be careful with how much you apply at a time &#8211; the thinness also makes it easy to run off and drip.It comes with a sponge-type applicator that works well. It can also be applied by hand, with a paint brush or a micro fiber cloth. I found application to be very straightforward &#8211; just apply, let dry for an hour, then buff.I used it on a leather vest, and was impressed with the softness and light sheen it left. It didn't change the black leather color, nor did it make the leather feel greasy.It has a mostly decent scent that is sort of leather-like, but it is also somewhat strong when used using it in a closed room. The scent didn't linger on the vest after buffing, but it did hang around the house for some time. Given that, I wouldn't recommend using this in a car if you are sensitive to scents (or just find them annoying) unless you air out the car well.Overall, a decent leather conditioner that gets the job done.[Sample provided for review]
Keeping any leather shoes I own looking halfway decent can be a chore at best. I have some leather Merrells I use for everyday wear because I&#8217;m one for creature comfort and love them. I have used some Scotchgard Shoe Guard in the past, but apart and aside from protecting them, it doesn&#8217;t condition my shoes. They really need a pick-me-up now and then and the Leather Nova did just that. I cleaned them with a damp cloth and let them set a while before conditioning them with the Leather Nova.When I was finished I was some impressed with the results. The Nova appears to be an oil-based conditioner and readily absorbed into the shoes. I only had to put a small amount on the included sponge applicator to spruce them up. Mind you, the Nova won&#8217;t take out those creases nor cover up paint specs or stains, but the improvement was quite noticeable.FEATURES:&#9658; Easy to Use&#9658; Can also be used on Vinyls&#9658; Can be buffed to a soft luster&#9658; Eco-friendly&#9658; Contains no solvents or harsh chemicals&#9658; Water and rain repellantI have used a cream-like conditioner before and like that a lot, but I think I prefer the Nova because it is so easy to apply. The leather instantly absorbed the conditioner and I only had to buff the Merrells after letting them sit for a while. I didn&#8217;t feel I needed to reapply it a second time. I would not use this on suede, nubuck, or textured leather because it simply absorbs the polish and darkens the leather considerably, something you may not like.The smell actually was rather like old leather and was pleasant. It had no harsh chemical smell, but as with any product, application in an open area is a must. In addition to the improved appearance of my Merrells I especially liked the ease of application. The Leather Nova would be especially useful for reconditioning leather seats or furniture with a lot of surface area to condition.Sample provided for review.
I used this oil on a mid-range set of Johnston and Murphy shoes. Yes, the leather is now protected from moisture. Yes, the leather will become more  soft and supple.Unfortunately the shoes lost their brand new shine.  I am afraid they will never shine again. (citation: google 'leather conditioner versus oil'). That being said, I am hopeful that as the oil wears out, I will be able to use leather conditioner and paste to get back to the original shine. I really don't mind--I bought these shoes for comfort and hope to get more than 6 years out of them like the pair they replaced.Live and learn.I will update this review if I can get the shoes to shine in  a month or so.
This is such an easy leather conditioner to use. Once you know your leather is clean and dry, it just takes a little of the conditioner on the (provided) foam applicator and some circular rubbing. I've tried it on top grain leather (shoes and purses) as well as full grain leather like our sofa and ottoman. It goes in nicely and leaves a great shine on the top grain, darkening the color a bit while moisturizing the leather. The full grain leather gets just a hair darker but it also a lot more of the conditioner because it soaks in so much. So it is probably better suited for full grain items.Once I applied it and it dried, I buffed it up a bit to take away any uneven areas. It looks great, repels water better and is really easy to use.I was provided a sample for testing and review.
This has an oily feel to it and goes on kind of thick.I used it on a vintage ottoman which had dried leather. It really seemed to moisten, soften, and revitalize the piece. The ottoman is now smoother and looks better.A little bit of the product went a long way. I conditioned a full leather chair and the ottoman and used maybe three quarters of an ounce, and I wasn't intentionally being sparing.Directions state to use once a month for ultimate protection, so I will continue to condition and will update if necessary.NOTE: I received the product in exchange for a fair and honest review.
I have several leather purses that have been used hard and are starting to look dry and worn.  I've got lots of other leather items that could use a little TLC, so I had high hopes for this product.  Leather Nova leather conditioner has made them all look beautiful again!My bottle came with a separate sponge applicator, which made applying the product easy and mess-free.  I tried it first on my favorite leather purse.  It was so dried out that it took two coats, but it looks shiny and new again, and the conditioner left it soft and supple.  I didn't notice any odor from this product, and it soaked in and dried quickly so I didn't even have to wipe or buff my purse.  It only took about 15 drops to do my entire purse, so the bottle will last a very long time.Next I tried it on my favorite leather boots.  Once again, it covered all the scuffs and scratches, and moisturized the leather until the boots feel soft and look nearly new again.  It even soaked into the stacked synthetic-leather heel and covered the scuffs on the backs caused by driving.Although it's not sold as a water-proofing product, this conditioner renewed and moisturized my leather barstool seats and water beads up on them now.  I used it next on the brown leather belt my husband uses on his work pants.  That poor belt was so dry and worn that it was cracking, but the conditioner soaked right in and it looks much better (it doesn't fix cracks, but prevents further damage).  A word of caution:  if you have light colored leather, this product will darken it slightly.Finally, I used Leather Nova on my leather car seats.  It brought back the sheen and beauty, without leaving the seat tacky or too slippery.  I've been looking around for something else to try this wonderful product on!I received a complimentary sample of Leather Nova conditioner, in exchange for writing an honest review.
Leather Nova leather conditioner is applied to smooth, soft leathers to restore the texture and appearance and also renew that unique leather smell.  It is not to be used on suede and I think cream polishes work better on hard-finished leathers, but it does an excellent job on any soft leather.The conditioner comes with a sponge that does a good applying an even coat and getting it into crevices and around hardware.  It is used after cleaning the leather with saddle or castile soap and letting it dry. I find that the best results are achieved by waiting a few minutes and then applying a second coat and then letting it absorb completely before buffing the next day.It does not leave a slick or oily residue like some leather conditioners or that boot grease that Abercrombie & Fitch sold when it was truly an expedition outfitter rather than a casual clothing store.  I estimate that the 8 oz. bottle should be enough for at least a dozen pairs of shoes&mdash;I have used it on an older large Coach bag made of baseball glove-type leather and two pairs of shoes and the bottle still has about 6 oz. left.Instanatural provided a bottle of Leather Nova for testing and evaluation.  I recommend it for ease of use and great results in renewing the appearance and feel of soft leather goods.
I tried this leather conditioner on some old knee high boots I have and it worked really well.  they look shiny and new, clean and smell great.  I was impressed, I am going to use this on some other boots and purses I have.  I am tempted to try it out on the seats of my car as well.  I like this conditioner and would recommend it.  I especially like that it comes with it's own sponge applicator. Great addition.
In this dry climate where I live, I really ought to take more care of my leather furniture.  I don't condition the leather often enough.  Today, I used Leather Nova leather conditioner and realized how revitalized my leather can look.  I was only intending to condition a few chairs, but I'm going back to do the seats in my car and some more chairs I'd skipped.The conditioner comes with an applicator sponge.  I applied it to clean leather, waited an hour, then buffed it off.  We're supposed to use a microfiber cloth for that (not included).I could see the leather drink in the solution as I rubbed it in.  When I was done, everything shined like new with a suppleness that wasn't there before.This is definitely the most superior leather conditioner I've ever used.  It takes a little more work (no cleaning nor buffing required of the others), but the difference is remarkable.This product was provided for review by Leather Nova.
I recently purchased 2 luxury Italian leather camera bags made by Ona.  I wanted the best leather conditioner I could find to preserve the fine leather of these expensive messenger bags.  So far the product works as advertised and enhances the patina and suppleness of these bags.I wouldn't trust just any product on these leather camera bags.
I've had a variety of leather treatments in the past, mostly bought for leather car seats, and often used on my leather goods as well. This is by far the simplest, cleanest, easiest application I have had of any of the "big name" brands. Why is this great?1.  It's clear. If you wipe it on stitching it doesn't leave that white stitch line that's difficult to wipe away.2.  It doesn't feel oily. It is thicker than water, but not a gel. Hard to describe. Feels clean.3.  It worked well on restoring my 15 year old leather jacket. The jacket had become dry and light weight feeling.4.  It worked great on my leather work shoes, that are probably 10 years old and moderately scuffed.5.  It did a great job on my steel toe, black leather Timberland boots.6.  It also did a great job of "blacking out" the black sole on my boots, and making brown sole look new.7.  It's non-toxic. That's a rarity in a field of competitors that will smell up your house from chemical smells.I don't know what this product is made of, but I had a great experience with it and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it. I will continue to update this review if I find things change or I have new info to add.By a lot of hard hours and days and years of time spent reviewing, I found myself in the top 10 reviewers on Amazon. This wasn't a goal or self promotion, but by nose-down focused reviewing. I occasionally get contacted by manufacturers or sellers who appreciate my way of reviewing and ask if I'll consider reviewing a product for them, with no obligation or cost. This is one of those products. I assure you that I review what I want, when I want, how I want, in order to share what I feel is the most accurate useful information.
I've been carrying the same black leather Stone Mountain bag every winter since 2008. It had become dull, so I decided to try this leather conditioner. I cleaned my bag with mild soap & water, let it dry, then applied a dime-sized blob of this (clear) conditioner. That's all it took for the entire bag that measures about 9 x 12 plus the shoulder strap. My bag looks new and has the leather smell it lost a long time ago. I also used this on the vinyl dashboard of my car with equally good results. As so little is used, this bottle should last quite a while. I also like that it's made in the USA.~~~~Sample provided for review~~~~
Easy to install-- my dash would not accept the adhesive, way too slick (because I've cleaned it with ArmorAll for more than 20 yrs), but it did stick to the metal area under the dash. Connections were easy to make-- if I had to use the alternative wiring instructions they would not have been hard as I have experience wiring dash instruments and other electrics in the car.Lights were pleasant - lots of fun to change colors and speed up. Nice to turn on the lights and play with them while changing colors and speed to the music - fun to do at a Hot Rod Cruise or Show but probably not a good idea for the driver to do this while driving.
This kit is awesome!  I have the same sort of kit but for the house (same company, same light strips) in each of my kids' rooms, they love it!
Ok- let me preface this review with I am NOT a car decorating person. I ordered these to make my friends and family laugh when they got into Old Red (you know, the Escape that has torn leather seats, 175k+ miles on it, and you're dang lucky she starts in the dead of the Northern winters). Anyway, we hooked them up according to instructions and voila! They light, they flash, they strobe, they change color and laughter from the people in the car ensures. We placed them under the front seats so the glow radiates from below and plugged them in using the cigarette lighter adapter. The adhesive seems to work well on the leather bottomed seats and the cords all plugged into one another. Make sure you have the plugs in the right way so there's a current flowing. i suspect this maybe what happened to other people who couldn't get them to work- you have to make sure the cords are in the correct slots, not just all thrown together. If you are looking for a fun little gag gift or car interest- these might work for you. They are smaller, only 2, 12&#34; strips- so don't think you are getting a huge strip for down the underside of your car. These are just for fun.
To me these LED lights are artistic and cool.  My kids love the experience.  It was easy to install - for my friend to do since I only watched.  There are online instructions.  People that work with wiring will readily understand how to install when they see the instructions.  There are also video instructions.I think these lights are more aesthetic when they are not in sound activation mode, but that's just me.
This automotive LED strip kit comes with two durable LED strips and each strip contains six bright color changing LED bulbs. Each strip is a foot long and has an adhesive backing on it. It also includes 2 three foot connection cables and a two-way splitter, car adapter, remote control and mounting tape and rubbing alcohol. All of the cables are long enough for what I need them for and the cables are good quality, not cheap junk.Most everything about this set is very simple to install with one exception. I tried to install these LED light strips in my Dodge Ram 1500 and I found it impossible to mount them on anything. The LED strips have an adhesive strip on the back of them. It's 3M adhesive tape which should be really good but didn't work out for me. You are supposed to clean the area with rubbing alcohol where you intend to mount them. Then remove the tape and press them into place. When you touch the adhesive it seems like it should work because it sticks to your finger really well. However it won't stick to my dash or any of the plastic trim in my truck. I tried over and over again and it won't stick at all. It won't even stay in place for 5 seconds.Everything else about this set it really good. The lights are very bright and can change colors. You can make them stay solid or flash and even dim all at the touch of a button on the remote. The remote control works good but you have to press the buttons hard for some reason or it doesn't want to register.Overall I was very excited to install this set in my truck and it would have looked awesome if they would stay mounted like they are supposed to. I am still brainstorming for a way to mount these and still have them look good considering the mounting tape that is provided won't stick to anything.
This kit comes with everything you need for under dash automotive lighting, particularly nice in a car that doesn't already have such lighting installed. The various wires provided should easily adapt to most needs. If you use the lighter socket attachment rather than hard wiring the strips, you'll have wires running around which will quickly get in your way. However, the kit can be hard wired to your 12v electrical system without too much difficulty, thus avoiding this problem. This kit isn't limited, of course, to use in the car. With a $3 AC--&#62;12v converter, you can also use this in your home, perhaps setting it up to light the area behind your home theater for wiring changes or just a gentle glow in varying colors, or adding mood lighting to the wall of a dark room. The remote control works nicely and the LEDs can be easily set to blue, green, yellow, white, red, or any of a number of intermediate choices. There are also settings for shifting colors - somewhat of a gimmick since it's unlikely to be used in this manner, but fun to play with in any case. Don't lose the remote, as without it the unit cannot be activated nor can any color choices be selected.
These LED strip lights are well made and work well. It's easy to mount them, and to set up the power and controls. But once you have done that, you have a little bling, but nothing very classy. Just a few lights that look a little garish. Nothing sophisticated or understated elegance here. So it doesn't add as much to the car as I thought it would.
This product is for the person looking for a nifty interior mod.  It is LED so the outcome is very bright.  The remote allows you to change from on/off to a variety of color options.  You simply place the lights in the desired area and there is adhesive which allows it to stick to material for a snug fit.  The unit operates from your cigarette lighter and the cord is long to allow you to customize or move the cords out of view.  This will allow for a more professional install.  Finally, you don't have to be an electrician to install or put together, as it is pretty basic and uses a snap system to connect one piece to the other.
So I had the chance to review this, so I installed them in my wifes car at her request. She used to have some LED blue lights that mounted near the floor boards and it looked cool, but that was years ago and a car ago. So I saw this and jumped at it. To install it is very, very easy. the Power cable is very long so I was able to plug it into the center console armrest, then run the power cable down the side and tuck it under the console trim where it meets the carpet and ran it towards the front of the car. I then went up the main center console and stuck the lights to the bottom of the dash where there was a small 1/2 lip. I was afraid this wasn't going to stick well but it actually latched right on and never fell off. I mounted the IR receiver so that she could point the remote at it from the driver seat to change the lights.Once they were installed she really liked it, and I will confirm that these lights are very bright! On the plus side they do have a brightness control so you can dim them very low. She liked them.Now, after a week she asked me to take them out, the reason, when you turn the car on the default color of these lights is bright white. So when she would turn the car on it would flash bright white for a brief second, then the lights would turn back to their last setting. But she really hated that flash of bright white. In the daytime or scenarios where it's a little light out you won't notice this, but if you do a lot of early morning before the sun comes up driving or drive once the sun goes down you'll have this happen to you as well.If you can get over the flash of white, these really are pretty cool, very easy to install. I wish that instead of a flash of white it either didn't do anything, or at least was a flash of another, darker color like a blue or red or something that didn't irritate your eyes.
In the beginning, I could not get it to work and even reading the instructions did not help me.  It probably would work for most folks immediately, but I put it together wrong from the beginning.  With any electrical device most have positive and negative sides, just as does this gadget.  Right there in front of my eyes, sans reading glasses was a set of arrows telling, no, make that, demanding, that I align each one with the other one.  I did and now you know the rest of the story.  Sorry Paul.I like nifty gadgets like this that have utility, but more gee whiz factors.  The six little LEDs ( I do not recall seeing a large LED ) on each strip are not dim and dull lights.  They are light emitting diodes that put out more light than I imagined.  I originally installed the ZEVO along the read section of our SUV so that it would show up, provide extra light in the back and rattle the minds of the unsuspecting.  As long as I have the sensor within a line of sight to the remote we are all fine.  I try to be careful and NOT run with the red or blue lights on so as not to alert our County Mounties of our presence.  It's hard enough impersonating sanity much less an officer of the law.  I enjoy changing the intensity of the lighting and the on/off functions while changing the light colors.Right now, this is a novelty item for us except for providing additional cabin lighting in the rear of the SUV, but I cannot find an ongoing utilitarian use for it.  As far as I know there are no folks around here ending  of a century with one of these.
Great kit at a great price. Usually if you go for a kit like this at an accessory shop, it's gonna cost you no less than $100 installed.But this is really an easy kit for DIY.I recommend connecting everything first without sticking to the interior walls first and see how the lighting affects your driving and visibility of the rear view mirror.Also, you don't want to have it too bright as to cause cops to stop you.you can also search online to see how to connect it to door so it lights up when the door is opened, but you might need additional switch to have to option to turn on even when the door is closed.But, it is a good quality kit with many lighting options.  Definitely a good buy if you are in to dressing up your cars.
Ah, this is such goofy fun, to jazz up your car. I have had so much fun playing around with the colors. Of course, this is most likely for younger drivers. Or someone who's silly. *cough*Note that you could also use this as a night light sort of thing, if you have an extra 12V adapter kicking around (plug it into an outlet instead of into your car).Pros:1. Two light strips, each with six lights2. 12 different shades available, at different levels of brightness, and also with options to flash, strobe, fade, and cycle through colors.3. Handy remote lets you set all these things4. Extension wires, to help you get things where you want to (maybe)5. Extensible, so you can have more lights or more distance.Cons:1. Part of me is not sure who this is best suited to, since you wouldn't want flashing lights for a brand new driver and yet, it's for the young.If you could figure out how to power it off of batteries or a solar charger, it might be great for a bike.I'm still digging it, even though I know it's an enormously silly thing.
Basically these led lights are a nice addition to under the dash to illuminate the floor area or any other location in the vehicle. I installed mine in a 2013 F150 with a center consaul. I was able to utilize the 12v plug inside the center storage box and run the cables down the inside housing to the floor area. Mounted both strips, one on each side. The connectors are very small 4 pin plugs that are difficult to snap together. I installed mine and had the unit working for about a week when the lights would no longer go on. Found that the connectors came loose. This happened twice. The double stick tape that is on the light strips does not hold very well. I cleaned the plastic vehicle surface with the included alcohol wipes, dried it off and placed the light strips. the strips started to peal off so I needed to use another brand of double stick tape that worked somewhat better. Overall the lights are bright and you can set several patters or colors with the included remote. As noted, installation was easy; however, the components and connectors are cheap and not very practical. I would have used a locking type connector and perhaps a better double stick tape that works in all temperature conditions.
We've never had a product like this before, but we figured it'd be interesting to try it out. It's pretty awesome! It's like your own personal light show for inside your car. Use responsibly and you're set. Obviously it's a vanity product but at a decent price it's something I can see anybody who enjoys lights and light shows enjoying this product. Recommended.
Nice addition to the interior of any hot teens car...well let me put that another way...not a hot teen...but a teen's hot car!  It installs in fifteen minutes if you're at all adept and it really makes for a kewl light show right inside the car or truck or tank or what have you.  I suggest parking before indulging but that's just common sense and unlike others I still credit the younger generation with having some.  Anyway the point is it really does trick out well!  I'd buy it!!
While most will probably install these inside the cabin of their vehicle, I used them to illuminate my truck toolbox.  I easily ran 12V to the box and I was able to mount these LED strips to the underside of the toolbox lid.  I have them connected to a normally open push button switch what powers them on when the lid opens.Although I like the white color, they offer easily changeable colors and brightness.  Even if power is cut to the little brain box, it remembers your last selection, so mine always power up nice, bright, and white.The strips adhere well and they are so thin I don't have to worry about them catching on anything.  I love these!
What an awesome idea this board is. It turns your stove top into a handy and very versatile cutting board surface. I didn't realize just how much extra space it gave me until I put to use.By having this bamboo stove top board setting over my burners, it frees up the space I usually use on my counter top with my regular cutting board. With that space free, I'm able to have that much more counter space when cooking, for everything from mixing bowls to food prep. My kitchen is petty small, and counter space is very limited. And on my limited counter space, I have all kinds of kitchen appliances. So I am forever trying to shift things around when I'm cooking. So this cutting board is perfect for my needs. It frees up some of my limited space and makes my whole stove into a giant work space.There are legs on the bottom of the board that you can attach to it and adjust to the height so it's best suited for your needs. Or you can even use this without the legs. However I find the board rests more stable when it sits on the legs, verses resting on the burners.The most complicated thing about this board is deciding where to keep it when you're not using it. It's so large that if you're getting this to help with limited kitchen space (like myself), you'll probably end up leaving it sitting on your stove top much of the time, and then just moving it when you need to use your burners. Alternatively you can keep it inside the oven (when it's not hot/turned on) and store it there while you use your stoves burners. I tend to do this and find it works well, since it's a perfect fit.
The work surface is nice size, and built well. It is nice to be able to add some working space when needed. There are four legs underneath, and their position can be adjusted. They have rubber feet, and the screw supposed to be buried in the rubber entirely. It is not very obvious on the first sight, and the instructions provided are not clear with tiny fuzzy pictures - but if you take a leg apart - you will see there is indentation in the rubber for the screw head, so when installed correctly, metal would not stick out at all and the surface underneath would be completely safe from scratches.I was impressed by how carefully the thing was packed - with folded cardboard inserts to follow the shape of the board so it would be safe in transit.
I have a small kitchen, so using the stove top as a work surface has become a way of life for me.  I was curious as to how the Camco 2 Burner Bamboo Work Surface would be better than a heavy wooden cutting board balanced across two burners.It is.  The legs were easily installed and just as easily adjusted to fit my burners.  I have a Fridgidaire gas stove and the burner grates are very large.  I was impressed that the legs of the Work Surface could accommodate them.  What it does is create a very stable surface and there's no danger of the thing slipping, tilting, or otherwise sending food flying.The thing is handsome looking, as well.  I understand bamboo is very durable, but will treat it periodically with mineral oil, just as I do my other wooden kitchen accoutrements like cutting boards and salad bowls.  Count me very impressed.This would make a great gift for someone living in a small apartment!
If you've ever needed a little more work space in your kitchen, you will want to check out this bamboo stove top cover. We have a 4-burner gas stove, and it fit beautifully over the burners. Not only does it look great, but it also is fully functional as a cutting board or prep surface. It's easy to clean and durable.Originally, I had planned on trying this out in our travel trailer, but after setting it up (attaching the rubber legs), I put it on our stove in the house. My husband liked it so much that it's become a permanent addition to our inside kitchen. If we can find the right size, we'll probably be purchasing an additional one for the travel trailer.The bamboo stove cover has 4 rubber feet which you attach upon receipt of the unit. The unit itself measures 29.5&#34; X 21.25&#34;.  The rubber feet raise the work surface off the stove surface approximately 2&#34;. The front of the work surface has an approximately 1.75&#34; piece of bamboo which hides the burners from view. You need to make sure the burners are completely cool before using this. The groove around the outer portion of the bamboo work surface helps keep juices from overflowing onto the stove. It's easy to clean which is a must if you're using it as a cutting board.The bamboo stove top work surface is light weight, sturdy, and nice looking. It appears to be something that will last for a good while with proper care.
Thin,light weightDurableBeautifulThis is a MUCH larger stove top cover than I would expect from Camco.  that plus much lighter.  The one I currently have in my RV is one heavy solid piece of wood that does not move when traveling.  I suspect the legs on this unit might help keep it in place if placed within the burner grates however it is still so light I would expect it to come off.  Also this is MUCH too large for my RV.What is is PERFECT for is to cover up a bad spot next to my skin on the kitchen counter!This cutting board has a very thin edge to it.  It also has a &#34;face&#34; or &#34;lip&#34; that butts up against the front edge of the counter.  This makes it a perfect cutting board to place over an unsightly area of counter top.
I live in a very sunny climate.  At least once per week, in the evenings at dusk, I have to drive with my hand shielding my eyes, straining to see the cars in front of me with bright sun streaming directly into my eyes. Crossing long bridges over open water with small curbs between me and the water below, and not being able to see, is risky and something I face frequently. So I consider this a necessity now that I know about it.This cuts out all glare.  It has a clip that fits over the visor.  The top sunshade flips down for daytime and a second one flips down over the first one for night.  It extends down far enough so that most of the viewing surface of the windshield is covered.  It blocks out none of the view.  It eliminates the dangerous glare from sun and oncoming headlights at night on a dark hiway.When you get this item there are removable films on each side of both visors and these need to be removed before you use it.  Reading some of the reviews it looks like some people were not aware of this and tried to use this with the protective films still on.  They are not noticeable when you receive this but you will definitely need to remove these before use.I still use my polarized sunglasses in the daytime which reduces about 70% of the glare, and this eliminates all the rest.  Those evening drives to the west with the sun's rays beaming directly into my eyes no longer bother me.  I consider this a necessity.  I'm delighted with it and grateful that I was given a  sample to try out in exchange for a review.
This is an interesting product. It definitely has its pluses and minuses. I can see some people liking it and some people hating it.There is a certain benefit to looking through this visor. Things do seem a little easier to see and easier on the eyes however there are some potential issues:* Glare & reflections can be a problem (though using polarized sunglasses really cuts back on it)* Accidentally hitting it with certain arm movements can be annoying, and it may get in the way of using solar shields* Positioning it well takes a little effort but probably not a lot* Vibrations while driving can be distracting* Because it only covers part or your view when looking straight ahead, it might be distracting. When looking left or right there is no filter, but looking straight ahead there is. Some people might not mind this but I can see some people really not liking it.* You have to deal with possible dirt and smudges and cleaning it.. I would recommend keeping a nice micro-fiber cloth handy, and moving the visor by its edges to avoid fingerprintsOther:* Remember to remove the protective film covers before use.Because of the issues with it, I'm giving it 3 stars. You just have to try it to see if you like it. For me, I'm thinking a nice pair of polarized sunglasses is better.NOTE: I was sent a free product sample for review.
This actually works pretty well. The yellow really makes things brighter at night, more crisp looking. And the brown lens is kind of like blue-blocker sunglasses for daytime.The reason I knock this one star is because I drive an FJ Cruiser, which is an SUV. The visor clip holds this too high on the windshield. Adjusting the visor downward kind of blocks my vision. I am 5'10, so it isn't a matter of me sitting too low in my seat, it really is that the visor in my truck is higher than in a car.I tried it in a friends Cadillac and it worked really well.Sample provided.
This is a vision visor for the car. It has two visors, one for day time and one for night time. Be sure to remove the plastic protection sheet on both sides of each visor (4 sheets in all). You flip them down one and a time or fold them up when not using them.The clip fits on my visor nicely and they are fairly stiff so you don't want to move them when you are driving as you'll need both hands to do it. The day time one does a good job of cutting down glare but it can be distracting as it doesn't cover everything, only what's in front of you. I've found the best time for using it is during rush hour when you're at a crawl or when you are stopped and the Sun is absolutely glaring at you. At that time, it's worth its weight in gold.The night time one is OK at reducing glare. Again, it's not for use at all times but when I'm driving down a certain one lane road where oncoming lights is a problem, it works great.It folds up fine but it prevents me from using the mirror in my visor and my second visor. My car has two visors so I can move one to the window. When I put this on, I can't use the second visor or the mirror.Overall, this is not a panacea but it's good for selective usage. As I mentioned, when you're sitting in a hot car or stopped on a freeway with a hot Sun this is absolutely what you want to have. Sample was provided for review purposes.
I'm afraid I'm not sold on this. It does exactly what it says it should but it falls short in a few areas.It is really easy to clip on and flip down. I drive a minivan and found that it sat just a little too high for hitting the center of my vision. Which means that depending on the height of the person driving, it may or may not be in a good position. There is currently no way to adjust the height, just the angle.The daytime visor is good and is like looking though tinted sunglasses. I hate night glare so the night visor was also good for cutting that down.I just found that the size was limiting and I had to keep craning my neck to get it so that it wasn't a distraction but a natural part of looking through the windshield.I was provided a sample for testing and review.
It is a good sunshade for driving on bright sun.  It is not a polarizer but does its job well.  Easy install and easy to use.  Just flip it down and adjust to your preferred angle.  Make sure to center it for best coverage.Tip:Remove the plastic protectors on boths sides before use.Improvement I will suggest:- Another inch longer on the left and the right would be very useful- extendable arm so I can pull it down lowerA sample of this product was sent to me for review purposes.
I received a visor set free for review purposes, and had I not received it for free, I never would have tried it.Now that I've tried it, I will say it works, but has some draw backs.One issue is that there is, no matter how you slice it, a small gap between the car visor and the HD Vision. You really have to keep your eyes focused in the area of the HD Vision to really get the impact.Another issue is surface area of the HD Vision. Don't get me wrong, the daylight visor and the night are good at reducing glare and could remove your need for sunglasses, except... you still have to look around yourself. This means when you look out of your window, look in your rear view mirror or elsewhere, you lose the effect. This means the usefulness is only for facing forwards. The only way to fix this would be to offer say, an adhesive film for the side windows and rear window.It's a nice idea. It's a flawed execution. In the end, I would say just wear sunglasses during the day and at night, well, the HD Vision is OK, but still has the same drawbacks as it has during the day.
Keeps the bugs out of your mouth while looking badass, this tubluar design as opposed to the hankerchief style is better wont flap up in your face and cover your neck
I use them all the time when I ride or not I have order more just to have on hand when I got them I didn't think they would work but as I am all ways looking for things on line to help out
i think this is a cool yet sweet looking half skull mask and is what it is and thats simply cool
I honestly don't think it's worth $3, but for fun it's ok. I bought one for me in my motorcycle and a few for the kids just because of the image.
very thin material. not very warm at all.. barley breaks the wind and on a cold day is pretty much useless.. not for winter sports
I've bought 10 of these over the past year to give as gifts to friends and club brothers, and have had no reports of wear issues, flaws, manufacturing defects or discomfort.  They work extremely well, and I wouldn't hesitate to buy them again.
OK, I have to admit, the price of this item did not have my expectations unfairly high.  It is a straight tube neck/face cover with a whimsical lower skull image on both front and back.  Material is stretchy and easily pulls up over the face.  However the material does not &#34;breath&#34; very well and condensation from your breath builds up moisture on your face and will steam up glasses if you wear them (even sunglasses and open goggles).  There is no hem around either end of the tube (guess a strecthy thread was not considered) and the material has started to fray a bit.  For the price, this is a cute novelty item, but not what I really need it for.  I have spent a few  more bucks on a better quality one and awaiting that one to see if it works better with the condensation issue.  As for THIS seller; be aware that this is an INTERNATIONAL ORDER (China I suspect) although it is not listed in the posting.  This equated to a very delayed delivery date (exceeded the estimated delivery date considerably).  If you want a &#34;novelty&#34; item that you aren't going to wear long, this one is OK.  If you want one you can wear for wind and cold protection without a lot of condensation building up on your face, spend a few bucks for a better one.
I love my skull face mask. It makes me outstand from the rest of my fellow riders. Everybody wants to have one. Every where I go they are over priced. Order it and give it as a guiff. It is really cool.
This mask of course as described is half-face but with a long protection for neck.  It's great to cut the wind out with a jacket to keep this tucked.
Good light weight for just cool nights or rain in a half helmet. Almost like not wearing one it is so light.