The Best Citrus Cleaner/Wash Detailing Product

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  • čas přidán 4. 05. 2023
  • Citrus washes can be used for a variety of purposes, some as snow foam pre washes, some as bug removers, some to degrease... in this video we test 12 products to find the best on the market.
    K.K.D Citrus Magic
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    Valet Pro Citrus Pre Wash
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    StjarnaGloss Forst X
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    Autobrite Direct Citrus Wash
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    Wax Planet Road Kill
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    AutoGlanz Sprizter
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    Car Chem Citrus Clean
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    Autofinesse Citrus Power
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    Infinity Wax Citrus Pre Wash
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    Angelwax Cleanliness
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    Virosol
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    Shampoo
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    Fallout remover
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    Tar and Panel Cleaner
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    Clay Bars
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    Clay Lube
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    Paste Wax
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    Drying Aid/QD Concentrate
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Komentáře • 147

  • @ForensicDetailing
    @ForensicDetailing  Před rokem +9

    will upload the staining test footage in another video would have just made this one too long.

    • @You-are-right-but
      @You-are-right-but Před rokem

      Thanks John. If the loose top dirt is the easiest to remove and the stuck on film near the paint is the hardest to remove, does it make sense to start with citrus?

  • @jonnybravo3055
    @jonnybravo3055 Před rokem +16

    Anyone else happy when you see 46 minutes 👍🏻. 😊

  • @Eutrition
    @Eutrition Před rokem +2

    Love these types of videos! As soon as I’m out of my valet pro citrus and G101 I’ll just get 5L KKD to do both jobs. Cheers for saving me some money!

  • @Rookscarcare
    @Rookscarcare Před rokem +1

    The video we have all been waiting for 😃

  • @sixtysecondsofstephens2386

    Very thorough John. I was expecting autobrite to be hire, I've seen the kkd in action in a few videos and it looked good and you've proved it.

  • @WookieCohen
    @WookieCohen Před rokem

    Glad you've finally found KKD it's all I've used for years and that's one of my favourites 👌🏻 it just does what it says

  • @3091mg
    @3091mg Před rokem +1

    Another great video Jon! Though I didn't think you tested KKD products, as hardly seen any on the channel, nice to see it winning though, as I've used all three variations of citrus magic over the years and it's always been a very good product

  • @djmandrick
    @djmandrick Před rokem +3

    If there's a channel on YT where being pedantic is not only acceptable but likely to be expected is one called "Forensic(s) Detailing Channel" [Note: the 's' is a silent one. It is not written but is often used in verbal situations!] Thanks for the huge effort you put into these monster product comparisons, Jon, I absolutely love them.

  • @NaturallyRapid
    @NaturallyRapid Před rokem +3

    We appreciate you John! My favourite detailing channel! Although you cost me a lot of money 😂.

    • @kimandsally
      @kimandsally Před rokem +2

      I agree up to he saves me tons of money as I never buy anything before checking to see if Jon has tested the products I'm looking at.
      Also if you use his petrean channel you can message him and he gives super always relevant answers without a doubt Jon is the best guy to ask regarding anything detaiing,

  • @timstroud2053
    @timstroud2053 Před rokem +3

    Great video very detailed review of these products.

  • @shinychariotdetailing9707

    I use KKD myself i love it ive always got great results from it at various mixes. Great product.

  • @nenadbokan5758
    @nenadbokan5758 Před rokem +1

    Great video as always Jon i use Autoglanz Spritzer , once you spritz you never go back to others

  • @GavSloan
    @GavSloan Před rokem +3

    It’s always a good feeling when the product you’ve just purchased comes top in one of John’s videos! 😊

    • @zzhughesd
      @zzhughesd Před rokem +2

      Yeh. I’ve never quite got that bit right

  • @DjNikGnashers
    @DjNikGnashers Před rokem +4

    Great vid Jon thanks.
    Viro-Sol is my secret weapon, and because it's so cheap you can use it at a higher concentration which does actually work really well.

    • @notwhu817
      @notwhu817 Před 2 měsíci

      Have you found that its fine on the cars paintwork

    • @DjNikGnashers
      @DjNikGnashers Před 2 měsíci

      @@notwhu817 I use it in a weak ratio (like 50:1) if my car is particularly bad with salt/grime in the winter season, and so far I have not noticed anything of concern.
      I used it originally to clean my mountain bikes, after trail centre riding, where they got absolutely filthy, and it was very good at that, although one thing I did notice, was anodised metal (coloured anodised alloy parts, like chainrings, brakes, etc) started to fade back to silver after several applications.

  • @matsudakodo
    @matsudakodo Před 9 měsíci

    Enjoying all of your videos. I'm wondering what would happen if Citrol were added to this lineup. Very potent product in an aerospol can.

  • @tonipieleanu
    @tonipieleanu Před rokem +7

    Would have been cool to throw in some Surfex HD as a control comparison

  • @goody5582
    @goody5582 Před rokem

    Great job. Yes, a bit pedantic but nevertheless a very thorough comparison. Keep up the good work.

  • @darrenhollyoak9258
    @darrenhollyoak9258 Před rokem

    I use kkd aswell brilliant stuff even use it on my kitchen cupboards but great on my golf r which being blue shows loads of road grime but using this makes cleaning my car alot easier i use it then snowfoam on top and looks ok after a rinse and dry

  • @SilverTrill
    @SilverTrill Před rokem +1

    I was hoping to see the HDD road rage apparently that's what people are raving about , looking forward to watching this later thank you jon

  • @nathangreenwood5990
    @nathangreenwood5990 Před rokem

    Finally wooo!🎉

  • @RojohII
    @RojohII Před rokem +6

    Great test👍 As a scandinavian I'm used to (oily) traffic film on my car during the wintermonths. Wintertime is generally very wet (either from rain or salted roads). That's probably why we're used to use solvent-based degreasers together with snowfoams. I use both Autofoam and Touchless as prewash-foam, but when the car is covered in roadfilm I usually start with a solvent based degreaser on the lower/dirtiests parts.
    I think it would be great if you did a video that showed the difference between an alkaline soap and a solvent based degreaser. I think there's quite a bit of confusion there.🙂

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před rokem +2

      again I think if you use a solvent based degrease it needs to be formulated to be used to clean dirty panels off the car or else it might not mix with water and resist rinsing. so one with emulsfier a bit like tardis, is handy so you can rinse it off. But in the UK we really dont tend to use hydrocarbon degreasers during the wash phase, although theres a couple of niche products around that Ive heard people use.

    • @m5nut
      @m5nut Před rokem

      Agreed great test 👍Also, I was going to ask Jon to create a video showing EXACTLY what you have asked. Here's hoping 🤞

    • @m5nut
      @m5nut Před rokem

      @@ForensicDetailing Jon why do ya think us Brits tend not to do that? As I agree and don't do it, but, I have no idea where the notion not to came from.

  • @glumdogtrillionaire
    @glumdogtrillionaire Před rokem +1

    Yo Jon, perhaps consider rolling cost and dilution into cost per litre (RTU) so there is an easy to gauge cost comparison?

  • @Andy-From-England
    @Andy-From-England Před rokem

    Thanks John that is useful that

  • @bigstickerperformance6670

    Very in-depth testing 👌 Scary to see some of the instructions that a lacking any teal direction 🤦‍♂️

  • @D992
    @D992 Před rokem +12

    Need an APC? Simple. Bilt Hamber Surfex. Job done ✅

    • @mudguardrider8211
      @mudguardrider8211 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Surfex HD is highly versatile. However, it will strip protection.

    • @Shusein
      @Shusein Před 12 dny

      No it doesn’t strip protection, John has tested it on the channel

  • @JimmyG91
    @JimmyG91 Před měsícem

    Very good video jon but i got a little curious why u want them to be gpc when u have apc:s for all type cleaning. How would bilt hamber surfex hd stand vompared to these?

  • @adammccarthy8304
    @adammccarthy8304 Před rokem

    I have been using KKD products for a long time. For the price I don’t think there is any better out there. I have tried most things on the market.

  • @willthewriter
    @willthewriter Před 10 měsíci +1

    Great video, Jon. Hope you're using PPE when you're handling all these chemicals. The fumes from many cleaning products are bad for lungs

  • @charlesdouglas2877
    @charlesdouglas2877 Před 8 měsíci

    Tried KKD Citrus Clean today on my wife's rose gold Fiat 500e @ 1:10 mix.
    I like it.
    Followed by B/H Snow foam, Gtechniq Contact wash, Gyeon Wetcoat and BH Wheel Cleaner.
    Try them - Brilliant

  • @thevolvoguy9141
    @thevolvoguy9141 Před rokem

    Jon, anyone thinking you are too critical on product instructions can take it from me, you are not. I wrote and reviewed instructions for nuclear reactors for over 35 years. They had to be precise or someone would get them wrong. No such thing as common sense. If you write " add one 500ml bottle of chemical xyz to the sump", there will be some idiot that will throw in the bottle and then argue you should have said " add the contents of one bottle...." . Keep up the good work Jon.

  • @simoncox3438
    @simoncox3438 Před rokem +1

    Thanks Jon. Love your channel and a big fan of your videos mate. Quick question: I use BH Surfex and spray on to road film etc before applying BH auto foam. Should I swap the Surfex out for a citrus? Cheers

    • @kwl189
      @kwl189 Před rokem

      This. I was gonna ask the same thing to John. Surfex HD to do lower panels and wheels/tyres with or switch to KKD?

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před rokem +2

      This is not required with auto foam or touchless. When you used any other chem you inhibit the ability for auto foam or touchless to do their job and they are formulated to remove road film. At the start of this video I did a little piece on why citrus is good. But apc and snow foam are essential. Citrus is optional but very good.

  • @mact153
    @mact153 Před rokem +2

    Epic automotive citrus for me

    • @pigeonpoo1823
      @pigeonpoo1823 Před rokem +1

      So, the infinity wax one he tested here then?

  • @christurner3656
    @christurner3656 Před rokem

    What do you think the results would be in you mixed kkd with some bilt hanber surfex hd...
    That could be 1 untouchable cleaner

  • @dunk8157
    @dunk8157 Před 2 měsíci

    It would be interesting to do a comparison using the same value / cost of cleaner per 100ml. I have a feeling the Virasol might do well pound for pound.

  • @paul6749
    @paul6749 Před rokem

    Hi John, to paraphrase Churchill….”never in the field of car detailing have so many waited for so long for so much”😊 Great video, we’ll worth the wait, although maybe would have been worth dropping the less “automotive dedicated” products for more familiar automotive brands. Not much mention of effects on LSPs - do we assume none of the products will strip waxes/sealants if used as directed?

  • @rogerandout808
    @rogerandout808 Před rokem +1

    Thanks Jon, great comparison.
    I've not used a citrus cleaner before, but I'll probably get some in for the bugs 'n' wheels!
    Well worth being pedantic on the instructions, if your not familiar with a product it's easy to make some assumptions and end up with streaking, damage a coating or just have a poor finish.

  • @jamdmcc8832
    @jamdmcc8832 Před měsícem

    I’d like to see the points structured the same for every test!

  • @zzhughesd
    @zzhughesd Před rokem

    Used Koch C 'PO' today on faux leather outer edge seats and also as a fabric extractor. ( PO is for leather, real and faux and fabric I am told )
    Wasn't sure result
    Timely video, I didn't understand Citrus Pre Wash to APC whatsoever, not sure what the PO I used today is classed as, Leather Clensor guess

  • @Invis_Space
    @Invis_Space Před 11 měsíci

    Great video! Is Viro-Sol really safe on paintwork?

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před 11 měsíci

      dont let it dry and knock it down to say 3-4% and rinse off. and yes

  • @hakman239
    @hakman239 Před rokem

    Do any of these in a lance match auto foam or beat it

  • @bluerineimb1148
    @bluerineimb1148 Před rokem

    Great full info vid John that kkd can I use it has a snow foam

  • @user-yh8hx6wr9f
    @user-yh8hx6wr9f Před rokem +8

    The real question is do any of them outperform BH Surfex HD?

    • @pigeonpoo1823
      @pigeonpoo1823 Před rokem +1

      Yup. For the rare things it can't shift, just use a bug and tar remover (which I'm convinced is just watered down methylated spirits)

  • @paul6749
    @paul6749 Před rokem

    Hi John, if you have the KKD citrus bottle on your shelf, is there any indication of the Ph level of the product on the label or any mention of effect on waxes/sealants? Thanks

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před rokem

      No mate but pH level isn't that important it's only a finger in the wind. IPA is pH neutral for example but put it neat on your car and it can damage the clearcoat.

  • @DavidC1
    @DavidC1 Před rokem +1

    Jon can you do a video on the Unplugged on these VS Bilt Hamber and should i switch to citrus if im using Bilt Hamber?

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před rokem +2

      its a personal thing I have both mate. Surfex and now some KKD citrus magic. although Im using up some of the other ones first as well.

    • @DavidC1
      @DavidC1 Před rokem +2

      @@ForensicDetailing okay i think i will stick with bilt hamber

  • @DavidC1
    @DavidC1 Před rokem +2

    They can only be one

  • @ImranAli-rp4kd
    @ImranAli-rp4kd Před rokem

    Should hand added auto finnese dynamite TFR as they describe it as a citrus pre wash that you can dilute

  • @interabang
    @interabang Před rokem +1

    Have you thought of trying the products on bird droppings. You must have a pigeon fancier by you who would let you leave a test panel in his loft over night.

  • @philcameron3620
    @philcameron3620 Před rokem

    A great, informative video. You didn’t feature EZ’s Citrus pre-wash. Did it just not feature or, is it not worth reviewing?

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před rokem +1

      There's thousands to choose from. Always miss loads but we draw up the list with Patreons and try to get hot stuff in the line up as best we can

    • @philcameron3620
      @philcameron3620 Před rokem

      @@ForensicDetailing That’s fair enough. Outside of this video’s info, do you have any opinions/experiences with EZ’s Citrus pre-wash?

  • @JM-dt9oo
    @JM-dt9oo Před 11 měsíci

    lol now i know why that orange smelling spray i got a few years back was good at cleaning my motorbike seat and another bike cleaning spray wasn't. must look for it now.

  • @AM4N18
    @AM4N18 Před rokem

    Damn, citrus magic price shot up already. Should have gone with my gut and bought it when I first heard about it and not wait for this 😣

  • @colinmeredith7114
    @colinmeredith7114 Před rokem +2

    Just tried ordering 5L direct and it showed free-shipping...then tried charging £7.00 shipping...I'll use something else!

  • @readyshreddygo4903
    @readyshreddygo4903 Před 10 měsíci

    Hi John, currently using Auto foam, but it works out super expensive, whats your thoughts on using say surfex or a citrus prewash mixed in with a cheap snow foam mixture to give a dwell time off the foam?

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před 10 měsíci +1

      dont mix chemicals, you dont know whats in them and how they react. Theres solvent in autofoam for example to keep it homogenous...

    • @readyshreddygo4903
      @readyshreddygo4903 Před 10 měsíci

      @@ForensicDetailing okay, thats what I figured, but been recommend by a few people that way. Went to purchase some KKD citrus magic and the price has rocketed up! Reckon Ill stick with my infinity wax for now

  • @Vantavimeow
    @Vantavimeow Před 3 měsíci

    I'm really struggling to find KKD Citrus in stock anywhere, especially in the larger volumes. I had a really hard time with baked on algae and dark grey contaminates (not sure if this is off colour algae or what) despite using touchless at a decent % and a K10 with a high quality nozzle, the contact wash with auto-foam wasn't touching it much afterwards either. I hope that I can lance this over the care before foaming to finally get an effective first rinse.

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před 3 měsíci

      www.perfectpolish.co.uk/product/citrus-magic-pre-wash-5litre/

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před 3 měsíci

      www.waxworx.uk/shop/shop-by-category/snowfoam-prewash/kkd-citrus-magic-v2-500ml/

    • @Vantavimeow
      @Vantavimeow Před 3 měsíci

      @@ForensicDetailingcheers, I saw this one when I was searching, I can select sizes but there's no button to add it to basket so I figured it's out of stock. Looks like that store/web shop is completely shut down now, perhaps for a while because they have some very old product photos up there.

  • @johnp6987
    @johnp6987 Před rokem

    Any plans to review some DIY Detail products when Inter Detailing get them in Jon?

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před rokem +1

      id like to mate will see what they have when they are available

    • @johnp6987
      @johnp6987 Před rokem

      @@ForensicDetailing the Gold Standard polish has peaked my interest and looks to perform well on what I’ve seen so far. Keep up the great work 👍

  • @AlanMacdonald-on6nd
    @AlanMacdonald-on6nd Před rokem

    I actually used hair shampoo to take out stains in my car seats, wife is always eating chocolate, as well as removing the stains the whole seat came up nice and fresh

  • @zzhughesd
    @zzhughesd Před rokem

    Q.
    Citrus is a solvent based some surfactant de greaser or all purpose cleaner.
    Apc is the above but only surfactant.
    Been told APC will destroy foam when using same seats repeatedly dirt extracting fabric .
    WOULD the citrus pre wash used on seats do the same ???? Cheers.

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před rokem +1

      ok so D-limonene is an organic solvent. Some APC contain caustic stuff. But APC is such a broad term you have to look at the instructions of each product and this is why I really delve into this. Your looking for a fabric safe APC thats suitable for use in extraction systems. I think from memory Koch and Sonax products made that claim. Lots of detailing brands dont cover all the basis in terms of how you can use the products, but the germans tend to get this right.

    • @zzhughesd
      @zzhughesd Před rokem

      Awesome cheers again Jon. I’m getting there. I’ll find the right APC for seats , I have been using SurfexHD last 12 months everything. Bought some actual carpet extraction fluid. I’ll use a light l fabric friendly APC underneath the carpet extraction chemicals. Mush it up light drill extract out. Looking speed these old hectors under £2999 I sell. Did 4 extractions , mor valets and a flat polish this week. Hard work good results , and worn out

  • @Nyle95
    @Nyle95 Před rokem

    Would it be beneficial to use a citrus pre wash in a snow foam lance, rinsing and then snow foaming? As I thought snow foam should be put straight on a dry car?

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před rokem +1

      Citrus good for summer bugs m8 could use instead 9f snow foam

    • @Nyle95
      @Nyle95 Před rokem

      @@ForensicDetailing Thanks mate!

  • @yazctr
    @yazctr Před 11 měsíci

    Hi Jon, if i use a fall out remover would a citrus cleaner be used before or after? or can I use a citrus cleaner in place of a fall out remover. This is on a ceramic coated car that has already been decon, polished, etc.. and coated with something like GYEON one

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před 11 měsíci +1

      Citrus first m8

    • @yazctr
      @yazctr Před 11 měsíci

      @@ForensicDetailing Thanks!

    • @yazctr
      @yazctr Před 11 měsíci

      @@ForensicDetailing I think you should do a video on KKD Citrus Magic vs Surfex HD vs Korrosol and whether they should be used simultaneously

  • @musikus7092
    @musikus7092 Před 5 měsíci

    No Gtechniq W5 ?

  • @grahamsopp
    @grahamsopp Před 8 dny

    K.K.D Citrus Magic out of stock everywhere - maybe another column on the chart for availiability?

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před 8 dny

      yer I'm not sure what's going on. Shame theres demand for it but out of stock.

  • @flowinthrou
    @flowinthrou Před rokem

    I got the shiny garage, but does not smell like citrus, can anyone confirm?

  • @KevinMayle-fe1cy
    @KevinMayle-fe1cy Před 2 měsíci

    Would you recommend using citrus prewashes every time

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před 2 měsíci

      No, price is issue. Limonene very expensive. It's Like bathing in milk

  • @NoFix
    @NoFix Před rokem +2

    Is this KKD pre cleaner safe for wax/sealants?

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před rokem +2

      theres a lot of variable to explore there mate. Concentration, dwell time, what sealant or wax it is. Put this on neat to an old school oil and solvent wax and it will prolly remove most of it. Put it on at 3-5% pir on a modern automotive sealant or modern durable wax and there wont be much difference to using anything else.

    • @NoFix
      @NoFix Před rokem

      @@ForensicDetailing thank you for the reply Jon. I like to see u busy. 😁

  • @btbd2785
    @btbd2785 Před 8 měsíci

    Ypu mentioned the FROST X cannnot be mixed? Are you saying it cant be diluted? You can since this is a Concentrated product.

  • @KEATSO433
    @KEATSO433 Před rokem

    What one would be best to get rid of tree sap

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před rokem +1

      i think any of them really but the winner would work well on sap at a lower ratio perhaps.

  • @flowinthrou
    @flowinthrou Před rokem

    11:09 what is the dilution of shiny garage pound for pound? What does this mean?

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před rokem +1

      Pound fir pound means when u do the 5 % pir across the board

    • @flowinthrou
      @flowinthrou Před rokem

      @@ForensicDetailing So what is the dilution for this? 5% is the suggested 1:20 already. To have this (best of) result we go let's say 1:10?

  • @MrOrbitzHD
    @MrOrbitzHD Před rokem +2

    why doesnt bilt hamber have a citrus wash?

    • @kwl189
      @kwl189 Před rokem

      I think they do on their website. Never used it or seen reviews for it. I don't know if KKD could compete with Surfex HD though

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před rokem +1

      It's a hand cleaner

  • @fretho8410
    @fretho8410 Před rokem +1

    The Shiny Garage product contains Sodium Hydroxide which I wouldn't want on my car, as it etches the paint and dulls plastic colour.

    • @BrianW1612
      @BrianW1612 Před rokem

      Only if used incorrectly.

    • @fretho8410
      @fretho8410 Před rokem +1

      @@BrianW1612 You're most welcome to put caustic products on your car. I just choose not to do so on mine.

    • @BrianW1612
      @BrianW1612 Před rokem +1

      @fretho8410 no that's totally fair. Just highlighting if used correctly they don't damage trim. I should know as the trim on the Kia Stinger is extremely fragile. I've been using shiny garage for a while now & it's not 'dulled' or 'etched' the shadow chrome trim on it so simply pointing that out. Any product can damage trim or paint if used incorrectly, caustic or not.

  • @kieranwilkie1
    @kieranwilkie1 Před rokem

    You never went into what ones are safe on different coatings? I know 2 of them the manufacturer actually says it’s not safe on coatings

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před rokem +1

      hard thing to test but yer fair play, that could be valuable.

    • @kieranwilkie1
      @kieranwilkie1 Před rokem

      @@ForensicDetailing it’s near impossible to do a accurate test in one video, but comments from the manufacturers (if they would) would be a nice extra

  • @seanhammond4527
    @seanhammond4527 Před rokem +1

    Valet pro for me

  • @kevinkinsler
    @kevinkinsler Před rokem

    Jon,You were Mr. Alien Majic.... What Happened???

  • @Dustii91
    @Dustii91 Před rokem

    I'm wondering where EZ citrus stands up against any of these? I'm getting bombarded with deals but I'm not sure if I want to take the plunge. The marketing videos seem way too corny, not convinced they stack up against the likes of bilt hamber/meguiars
    If anyone has 2c to share, would be appreciated👌🏽

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před rokem

      they use a discount model which is popular and works. But you have to know your market average prices and you have to understand concentration. So some of the products in this test are effective at around 1-2% pir. Some are not. Their product can be used at 10% pir (1 to 10) so in theory the high concentrates could be 10 times stronger. That being said they currently selling 5 litres of citrus wash for 14 quid, which i think is a really good price for any citrus. So only way to know is to give it a bash mate, it might not be the best on the market but if its good strong price then could be worth a punt.

  • @marksteele8760
    @marksteele8760 Před 9 měsíci

    what about autosmart g101

  • @BrianW1612
    @BrianW1612 Před rokem +1

    Surprised at the results as quite a few of the products in this comparison I know in the real world out perform the KKD cleaning power wise. I suppose if versatility is important to the end user I can see why it would win.
    Just my own thoughts, enjoyed the comparison video Jon & Citrus Magic winning is a fair result. It's not the best but it's up there for exterior cleaning, just a shame the owner is a cockwomble & can't handle criticism. I like some of the KKD products but I will never purchase from him directly after his actions in the past 🐍.

    • @ForensicDetailing
      @ForensicDetailing  Před rokem +2

      real world can be hard to gauge though B because nothing is ever the same, KKD didnt rank first in any of the cleaning tests so in theory you are right. I think without price considerations, the stjarna was like superb, could understand lots would like that if price isnt an issue. the shiny garage, the stjarna, the wax planet might have a tiny bit more poke at recomended uses but then they might loose marks in value with stjarna, or like the shiny is really just a TFR citrus. So Im looking for an all rounder that has poke, but can be used for all the things a citrus could be used for but also at lower concentrations. but as always you could pick any of these. I used the angelwax on a car that got covered in a fur tree that was being shredded and the sap made the tree sawdust stick to the car and shampoo would not removed it. A good soak with the angelwax and it worked to break down the tiny bits of sap on the sawdust. So yer you could use any really.

    • @BrianW1612
      @BrianW1612 Před rokem

      @ForensicDetailing very true with regards to real world testing. Even testing on the same car, on the same day is always going to have slight variations due to the amount of dirt on different areas of the car so fully appreciate it's hard to test & compare. Only recently I've seen how big of an impact a protected car is compared to an unprotected one using the same product. It went from average performance to very good purely due to the protection on the paintwork. Was mind blowing how significant the difference was & I never imagined it would be as influential to the results.
      Nothing against the Citrus Magic product, I've used it in the past & found cleaning performance to be good for an exterior pre-wash. Not the best but more than good enough. Add to that the versatility & it's fairly clear why it won if that is part of the criteria. Jack of all trades, master of none but in these tests that isn't a bad thing at all. I would happily use it as an all purpose cleaner but like protection or polishing products, I prefer having 1 product that does something extremely well as opposed to decent results but can be used for various things. Just how I set up my range of products personally & that applies to cleaning products as well👍

    • @AM4N18
      @AM4N18 Před 11 měsíci

      @@BrianW1612 Hi Brian,
      I'm keen to hear more about the kkd episode if you will. Customer experience and the person behind the brand is one of the big criteria I want checked these days, if that's not there and the guy is nasty then I don't care how good the product is, I won't be supporting it with my hard earnt cash. But I would like to know so I'm aware when it comes time to look for another bottle of something.
      I have spoken to dodo Dom regarding forst X following this video and he gave me all the time to answer, explain and give advise on many things so I ended up purchasing a bottle of Forst X even though it is not value for money. It's a British brand with a pleasant owner so I'll buy and support them. Let me know what to be careful of re. Kkd though please.
      And just out of curiosity, for when this bottle is finished, what is your number 1 citrus as it sounds like it's something different to these test results.
      Cheers. 👍

  • @You-are-right-but
    @You-are-right-but Před rokem

    Google: How do I Clean My Citrus?😊

  • @OraEtLabora0
    @OraEtLabora0 Před rokem

    💡👏 44:07 Jon, good effort 👏, but sadly wrong final methodology 😞
    have you, by any chance, consulted the tall fella, from the magazine, how to approach conclusion of this test? 🤔
    🤔i don't think it's good to combine all the categories into single, final score.
    why? because it's 'horses for courses'. with that much competing offerings on market, consumer will make own compromised decision based on requirements.
    some will care less for potency but will decide by price. others will want to get the most effective stuff, regardless of purchase price (realising user pays also with time/stress/effort).🤔

    • @OraEtLabora0
      @OraEtLabora0 Před rokem

      🤓also price score should not be related to pro rata product's volume, but "per wash" (decide on fixed number for sprays from same one trigger [i.e. Tolko's 4ml Blaster or Gold...]) and calculate how much of product is used with the given ratio(s). all related to their purchase price.
      yes, tone of work! that would warrant SPREADSHEET, since most of these products have range of dilutions. 🤓

  • @steveng5503
    @steveng5503 Před rokem

    I’ve always have the mindset that the concentrated chemicals the user dilutes is a bit of a get out clause for the manufacturer. Meaning the user dilutes the chemicals for use hence user error. This is a perfect situation for the manufacturer in a sense that there’s no comeback for any damage the product causes. Similar situation with the product descriptions, directions and application. Very vague on some products. Containers would be better worded, “use at your own risk”. I don’t think that’s legal, could be wrong there mind. We as end users would be better off understanding the use of such products should we understand what chemicals are best used for what and what’s safe to use on which surfaces and at which dilution ratio. I should imagine most car lovers enjoy the brand loyalty, the scented variety of chemicals and the free sweets when developing their tennis elbows and carpal tunnel syndrome. Nevertheless Jon, nice video. I was here to cross reference the Valet Pro Citrus. Anyways, that’s my go for the day. Sorry that landed with you 🫣. Be interesting your thoughts on educating us on the individual chemicals more and not so much the product. Maybe we can then mix our own chemicals in just a similar way to you mixing your own waxes, once upon a time. ✌🏻👍🏻🇬🇧

  • @jawad5867
    @jawad5867 Před rokem

    Hi Jon
    I can’t find my original comment from when I 1st watched your video & we were discussing alternatives to KKD & I was leaning to wax planet.
    Since watching it again I’ve come to conclusion & this is based purely on my own needs of not wanting use a tar & glue remover separately I think Auto Finesse could be an a better alternative & all rounder.
    One of the main reasons is and this has tipped for me KKD & Wax Planet are not readily available I can’t seem to find it most of the big online retailers as I’m not going to order just one product I wait until I need to order a few items and just can’t find them on in2detailing etc and where it is showing out of stock the price has gone up considerably.
    Auto Finesse have a another product called Dynamite that you can dilute and I think that may have faired a bit better. Also auto Finesse is very readily available either directly from then and shipping is free or local like euro carparts.
    It is very frustrating that a product isn’t readily available and you having to wait around until it’s back in stock.
    I’ve recently had a friend wanting to get in 2 detailing and as one stop brand I have recommended him Auto Finesse as they are pretty decent and average across the board have some stand out exceptional products but mainly they are readily available and I believe thats where KKD & Wax Planet have been let down.