Review: CarPro Reset

[b0b]

Reset Intensive Car Shampoo (http://www.carpro-us.com/auto-wash/reset-intensive-car-shampoo-1-liter/)

I really enjoy the CarPro bottles both for appearance and functionality reasons. The lid is a great feature and makes sure that you waste no product.

The directions on the bottle are simple and to the point
- Dilute 1 : 400 with water
- Wash your car thoroughly using wool wash mitt
- Rinse well with water

Manufacturer Claims


CarPro Reset was formulated as the perfect partner to nanotechnology based sealants and coatings, with cleaning properties tailored to their unique needs. Utilizing Intelligent pH Surfactants, Reset breaks down road grime and traffic films with the power of an alkaline cleaner, whilst being as gentle on the surface as a pH-neutral shampoo. Afterwards Reset quickly rinses free from the surface, leaving behind no soap residues or interfering silicones, and restoring the beading and dirt releasing properties (The ‘Hydrophobic Effect’) of the surface to help maintain its protection. Combined with excellent lubrication, a strong foaming action for improved dirt suspension, and a high dilution ratio, this makes for a highly effective and economical wash. At the same time, Reset is almost entirely based upon naturally occurring, organic ingredients, making it as safe for the environment and for the user as it is for the vehicle. If dirt is hiding the beauty of your car or motorcycle, then you know that it is time for a Reset!

A little bit of this shampoo goes a long way. At 1:400 dilution, this is an economical shampoo that works and is pH- Neutral.

Quick Facts
1.- pH: pH-Neutral (7)
2.- Viscosity: Thin
3.- Color: Clear
4.- Scent: Chemical
5.- Regular Price: $24.99
6.- Size: 1 Liter (33oz)
7.- Manufacturer: CarPro
8.- Made in: Korea

So -- How does it perform? Will I be buying this again?

This product lives up to the manufacture claims. I was noticing a lack of beading on my coated car so I decided to buy Reset and try it out. I have never used Reset before so I was sort of skeptical of the results. I assumed the coating had simply failed in areas -- hence the lack of beading. I did a two bucket wash with Reset following the directions on the bottle and I was amazed with the results. This was THE BEST car shampoo that I have ever used. I could not believe the difference in the how easy my mitt slid across the paint. Not only that, but I could instantly see noticeably improved sheeting throughout the whole car.

The whole car is beading again and is sheeting better than ever. This is truly a wonderful soap and I will be using this for a long time... If you have a coated car and have not tried Reset out yet, do yourself a favor and try it! Enjoy the pictures!

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[soloz2]

Great review! I agree. I recently got some reset on Corey' recommendation and it's by far the best shampoo I've used on my coated car. One of my favorite features is how easily it rinses off. Most other soaps seem to stick and not want to rinse off around my roof rack, hood scoop or wing. Reset does not have this problem.

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[Corey]

Awesome review Bob!!! Thank you so much for posting :) Its really cool to see a product from conception to what I just read above :) When testing during beta you find all kinds of cool things to try to figure out and change and perfect and not mess up other things and you get there BUT once its released it is tested in 100000 situations after all the variables are said and done and you always wonder if everyone else will get the results you do! You NEVER know for sure!! Then guys start using it on other coatings and in slightly different ways and experimenting and its just so cool to learn from everyone! After multiple reviews mentioning the "Reset" of the coating I think CarPro really nailed it with the name too! It really does "Reset" it! I witnessed this after washing Hydro2 with it as well. Really great stuff! And thanks again for the review!! I REALLY appreciate you taking the time to document and post it here.

[Old Tiger]

Great review Bob!

[Dr Oldz]

Nice review! How will this soap react to typical waxes and sealants? Is also a good choice b4 a complete detail to get a deep down clean? I ask this because I am assuming it is stronger than typical shampoos being that it is designed for coated vehicles.

[Corey]

Nice review! How will this soap react to typical waxes and sealants? Is also a good choice b4 a complete detail to get a deep down clean? I ask this because I am assuming it is stronger than typical shampoos being that it is designed for coated vehicles.

I tested it (briefly) on some very weak waxes during beta to check for that and they weren't removed by it at all. HOWEVER a friend and additional tester went through multiple cycles on wax and found it to begin to remove after (I think he said 12) washes.

It has zero negative affect on Hydro2 or Reload and won't deteriorate a traditional wax/sealant fast enough to change when you would have re-applied it.

[Dr Oldz]

Thank you Corey!

[Corey]

My pleasure buddy! Thank you!! DDMJ!

[EVOlved]

No surprise another great carpro product!! Nice review though Bob.

P.S. Corey get some sleep!!!

[mcolommena]

Can you please expand on dilution? 1:400. Is that 1 part reset to 4 parts water?

[Wors]

Can you please expand on dilution? 1:400. Is that 1 part reset to 4 parts water?

No, it is 1 ounce of Reset to 400 ounces of water.

[Avi@CP]

Can you please expand on dilution? 1:400. Is that 1 part reset to 4 parts water?
Can dilute it even more, 1:500 but will be weaker shampoo.
still effective though

[ChrisDA]

Has anyone used it in a foam cannon?

[CH.Detailing]

I have, and it doesn't foam as much as I'd like. If you're going to use a foam cannon just use the IronX Snow Soap instead.

[allenk4]

???

5.- Regular Price: $24.99


6.- Size: 30ml

[DARK HORSE]

???

5.- Regular Price: $24.99


6.- Size: 30ml

I'm not sure what your question is? Regular Price of $24.99 is for a liter. The sample size is 50ml and is $4.99.
Does that help?

[Corey]

Sample Size is 50ml

17oz (500ml) is 14.99

[allenk4]

I'm not sure what your question is? Regular Price of $24.99 is for a liter. The sample size is 50ml and is $4.99.
Does that help?

Question was: In the OP Review the Regular Price is listed as $24.99 and the Size is listed as 30ml....which is obviously incorrect.

[Corey]

Ahh, nice catch ;) I edited in the correct size-

[zerix]

Gotta love Reset. Was washing the car, noticed a section as I was flooding the vehicle after rinsing that was what I call "dirty sheeting" where when you flood the water over a section theres still tiny water droplets that remain like they're clung on to dirt. Simply hit that section again with a few more passes of my Increisponge w/ Reset soap mixture and bam, perfect sheeting.

[Corey]

Gotta love Reset. Was washing the car, noticed a section as I was flooding the vehicle after rinsing that was what I call "dirty sheeting" where when you flood the water over a section theres still tiny water droplets that remain like they're clung on to dirt. Simply hit that section again with a few more passes of my Increisponge w/ Reset soap mixture and bam, perfect sheeting.

Love it!!! That's awesome

[chadg]

Oh boy looks like I have another thing on the list to order. Is this something you would recommend for every wash on a coated car, or just periodically?

[DARK HORSE]

Oh boy looks like I have another thing on the list to order. Is this something you would recommend for every wash on a coated car, or just periodically?

Reset is a great every time wash. No reason not to use it every wash.

[Rick]

Do you offer a pump for the 5L?

[Corey]

Unfortunately we do not Rick

[Rick]

Unfortunately we do not Rick

I was kidding. Just used it for the first time today. Very pleased!

[Corey]

Hehe [emoji2] excellent!

[Rick]

Hehe [emoji2] excellent!
Hey I sent you and Mike a Private message! :confused:

[fdresq4]

Has anyone used it in a foam cannon?

I have and I like it. I put about an inch or so in the tank, filled it with warm water, and slightly opened the proportioner valve. I really liked it. I will try and get a picture. I also have softened water so I'm not sure if that helps.

I also like the scent. If I ever run out of cologne I can just splash a little Reset...LOL.

[Rick]

Worked great in the foam gun. Used 2oz on Middle setting. The bucket wash wasn't what I expected but it was still very good.

[Rick]

Worked great in the foam gun. Used 2oz on Middle setting. The bucket wash wasn't what I expected but it was still very good.

Ok - I used another product for my wash today and I wish I had used Reset. I didn't really appreciate it the first time around.

[TXFIVEO]

Have used Reset now 3 times. Awesome shampoo. I will be buying it by the big container when Im running low.

[EVOlved]

Ok - I used another product for my wash today and I wish I had used Reset. I didn't really appreciate it the first time around.

Curiosity will kill me and the cat. Mind sharing which product it was?

[Rick]

Curiosity will kill me and the cat. Mind sharing which product it was?

CG Citrus Wash Clear- I've used it before and have always been happy with it and the price point is great. I've got too many car wash shampoos on hand!
I am really trying to find the perfect wash and just stick with one and keep it simple.

[Corey]

Have used Reset now 3 times. Awesome shampoo. I will be buying it by the big container when Im running low.


Agreed!! I had a detail yesterday, Reset all the way [emoji2][emoji2][emoji2] and also agreed, I'm buying in bulk as well!! [emoji6][emoji2][emoji2]

[kpromero]

if i have a 3 gallon sprayer and i add an ounce but do not use all of it for washing, will it store well until next wash or how long can it be stored like this? i just ordered some and was thinking of using a sprayer to apply then wash mitt and rinse.

[Mark]

I used Reset a couple times on my CQ UK'd Tahoe and noticed a hell of a lot of film left behind after copious rinsing. On paint, glass, and chrome. All the rinsing in the world, could be for days on end, wouldn't take off the film.

Why was this? Did I possibly use too much Reset ratio to water?

[DARK HORSE]

I used Reset a couple times on my CQ UK'd Tahoe and noticed a hell of a lot of film left behind after copious rinsing. On paint, glass, and chrome. All the rinsing in the world, could be for days on end, wouldn't take off the film.

Why was this? Did I possibly use too much Reset ratio to water?

This is very unusual Mark, this is the first time I've ever heard this. Usually it's just the opposite. Reset is very concentrated, at what dilution ratio did you use it?

[Mark]

This is very unusual Mark, this is the first time I've ever heard this. Usually it's just the opposite. Reset is very concentrated, at what dilution ratio did you use it?

Hi,
Can't tell you the concentration off the top of my head, but am sure I tried following directions of the mix ratio exactly.

It should be noted also, that this was a "reloaded" CQ UK Coating, not sure that should have made any difference?

[fdresq4]

Hi Mark,

Any chance of cross contamination? Have you used any other soap/shampoo products that may have contained additives, i.e. Wax, gloss enhancers?

Steve

[DARK HORSE]

Hi,
Can't tell you the concentration off the top of my head, but am sure I tried following directions of the mix ratio exactly.

It should be noted also, that this was a "reloaded" CQ UK Coating, not sure that should have made any difference?

Hi Mark,

I'm sure sorry to hear of this. As Mentioned earlier, Reset is VERY concentrated (about 400:1 ratio). I use 1.5oz soap to a 5 gallon bucket of warm water. Definitely should not have mattered if the vehicle was "reloaded" or not. In any case if you have eliminated external variables (such as dilution ratio, cross contamination, etc.) and are unhappy for any reason, please contact Corey with your order number, and you will be taken care of promptly...:D

[DARK HORSE]

Hi Mark,

Any chance of cross contamination? Have you used any other soap/shampoo products that may have contained additives, i.e. Wax, gloss enhancers?

Steve

^^ Good thought Steve!

[Mark]

No, no other products used.

[fdresq4]

Not sure why...I have used RESET and my buddy with well and city water. My well is neutralized and softened and my buddy's straight city water. My truck is CQ Finest with Reload and my buddy's CQUK with Reload and no issues.
I have used it on waxed vehicles too.
Sorry to hear it.

Steve

[DARK HORSE]

No, no other products used.

Mark, please be sure to call with your order # so we can make it right for you.

[Mark]

Mark, please be sure to call with your order # so we can make it right for you.

This film that I mention seeing was left behind prior to wiping down the vehicle, and then would be gone with a dry-wipe down with MF Towel, but anywhere on the vehicle, a simple finger swipe while still wet would tell the tale prior.

I would still have a tendency to perhaps believe "user error", and that if I use the product again, that I'll pay very strict attention to dilution ratios like a lab technician.

Still, and with other shampoos I use on my other vehicle, such as Duragloss, I never have experienced filming issues with a lack of attention to dilution ratios. That any haphazard mixture rinses clean with no filming.

[DARK HORSE]

Still, and with other shampoos I use on my other vehicle, such as Duragloss, I never have experienced filming issues with a lack of attention to dilution ratios. That any haphazard mixture rinses clean with no filming.

I agree with you Mark, it certainly shouldn't make a difference with Reset either (I know that over the years I have certainly over dosed the mix:o). I was just "reaching" because I've never heard of this issue with Reset before and I am at kind of a loss on this one. I believe Reset to be the cleanest rinsing soap I've ever used, and we take pride in the fact that it leaves nothing behind...

** OK, so I just bounced this off Corey. The only thought he had was; Is it possible it was left on the paint to long before rinsing, maybe started to dry on the paint? I hated to ask this because I definitely know you are no rookie, but I can't think of anything else... Very strange. Please try it again and if it doesn't work for you, please let me know and I'll get another bottle out to you, so we can eliminate that as a variable... :confused:

[Mark]

I agree with you Mark, it certainly shouldn't make a difference with Reset either (I know that over the years I have certainly over dosed the mix:o). I was just "reaching" because I've never heard of this issue with Reset before and I am at kind of a loss on this one. I believe Reset to be the cleanest rinsing soap I've ever used, and we take pride in the fact that it leaves nothing behind...

** OK, so I just bounced this off Corey. The only thought he had was; Is it possible it was left on the paint to long before rinsing, maybe started to dry on the paint? I hated to ask this because I definitely know you are no rookie, but I can't think of anything else... Very strange. Please try it again and if it doesn't work for you, please let me know and I'll get another bottle out to you, so we can eliminate that as a variable... :confused:

For sure, our municipal water here would not win any purity awards. You would understand how Carlsbad Caverns formed. What Corey says could be a possibility too, letting the soapy solution sit just a little too long prior to rinsing.

I always try to work quickly to avoid soaps from drying, and also the possibility of water spotting occurring which can be a problem here too with the water, but sometimes with the desert heat, and low humidity, things can dry awful fast here.

Sometimes I can water my lawn here, it looks bone dry 1/2 hour later, and same with my carport slab after washing my vehicles, the concrete is dry in no time. Evaporation occurs quickly here usually.

As for the Reset I had bought, it is absolutely as crystal clear as pure water in the Bottle, I never seen a "cleaner" looking shampoo product, ever.

[jason.bird]

Another great review!

[waynant]

Hi Mark,

I'm sure sorry to hear of this. As Mentioned earlier, Reset is VERY concentrated (about 400:1 ratio). I use 1.5oz soap to a 5 gallon bucket of warm water. Definitely should not have mattered if the vehicle was "reloaded" or not. In any case if you have eliminated external variables (such as dilution ratio, cross contamination, etc.) and are unhappy for any reason, please contact Corey with your order number, and you will be taken care of promptly...:D

Now there's an understatement. This is probably the most concentrated wash I own. Normally I try to follow the instructions on the label, then I'll play around with the dilution ratio a bit until I get the lubricity and limited suds action I want. With Reset I was like, "Whoa, that's some foam there..."