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fdresq4
08-13-2016, 07:22 PM
Hi All,

This is my review of the new UWW with Acrylic. First, I'd like to Thank Corey for selecting me, along with the others, to give UWW Acrylic a try and offer my opinions. I have been a big fan of the original formula for a long time.
The vehicle used was a 2000 Honda CR-V. It had a coat of RELOAD applied a few months ago and was about due for a boost.
The weather as of 0900 hours today was 84 degrees with a dew point of 77 degrees and relative humidity of 75%. The Real Feel temperature was 95 degrees.
First thing I noted was the difference in color. The original UWW is a subdued Lime Green whereas the new Acrylic formula is white. Also, the original has a citrusy fruit scent whereas the new formula has a non citrus fruit scent...I think...LOL!
Also the formulation mix is a bit different. The new UWW Acrylic calls for the following:
For a pre mixed bottle... 1 ounce to 22 ounces of water. For a bucket wash, the directions call for 2 ounces to 3 gallons of water.
Here is what I received as part of the package...
http://i836.photobucket.com/albums/zz287/firerescue140/image_zpsydqu51pc.jpeg (http://s836.photobucket.com/user/firerescue140/media/image_zpsydqu51pc.jpeg.html)

From here, I mixed a bucket of wash solution, 2 ounces of UWW Acrylic to 3 gallons of water then allowed the high quality MicroFiber towels to soak for a few minutes...
http://i836.photobucket.com/albums/zz287/firerescue140/image_zpspqyxcsgi.jpeg (http://s836.photobucket.com/user/firerescue140/media/image_zpspqyxcsgi.jpeg.html)

http://i836.photobucket.com/albums/zz287/firerescue140/image_zpsgmcxzqoj.jpeg (http://s836.photobucket.com/user/firerescue140/media/image_zpsgmcxzqoj.jpeg.html)

As for my process, I used the spray bottle solution as a pre soak then followed by the bucket solution soaked M.F. towel. The towels were folded in to fourths with a new side being used on each new panel or as needed.

I also did the windows and trim but not the windshield. To me, it acted and cleaned as the non acrylic original UWW. I encountered no issues at all and found that it left the surface a bit smoother and even a bit more slippery as compared to the original non Acrylic .

I found no cons" with the new formula as of now. I'm curious as to what the price will be on the new Acrylic formula and won't use it with every waterless/rinseless wash. I do like the added protectant and gives consumers another option.
The original UWW, non Acrylic, calls for 1/2 ounce to 22 ounces of water for pre mixed spray formula and 1 ounce of UWW to 3 gallons of water, as per label.
The new UWW Acrylic calls for 1 ounce to 22 ounces of water for the pre mixed spray solution and 2 ounces of UWW Acrylic to 3 gallons pf water for the bucket wash/Rinseless wash.
Since it has been very hot and humid here, I'm sure we will have an afternoon Thunderstorm and will follow up with beading shots.
I also plan on dong a 2016 F150 hopefully very soon as schedules allow.

As a side note, a question was asked on another thread about using with coatings. I did clean one coated wheel just to see what would happen. The solution acted as it did with the panels.
I did use a waffle weave M.F. towel to dry the CR-V. Those too were high quality.

Steve

fdresq4
08-13-2016, 07:44 PM
Here are some other pictures...

Presoak...
http://i836.photobucket.com/albums/zz287/firerescue140/image_zps9zuwfdoz.jpeg (http://s836.photobucket.com/user/firerescue140/media/image_zps9zuwfdoz.jpeg.html)

http://i836.photobucket.com/albums/zz287/firerescue140/image_zpsvlxmaxrb.jpeg (http://s836.photobucket.com/user/firerescue140/media/image_zpsvlxmaxrb.jpeg.html)

After wipedown...
http://i836.photobucket.com/albums/zz287/firerescue140/image_zpsdomlk1to.jpeg (http://s836.photobucket.com/user/firerescue140/media/image_zpsdomlk1to.jpeg.html)

Finished product...
http://i836.photobucket.com/albums/zz287/firerescue140/image_zps4jvxjqyz.jpeg (http://s836.photobucket.com/user/firerescue140/media/image_zps4jvxjqyz.jpeg.html)

http://i836.photobucket.com/albums/zz287/firerescue140/image_zpslgbzyxmm.jpeg (http://s836.photobucket.com/user/firerescue140/media/image_zpslgbzyxmm.jpeg.html)

http://i836.photobucket.com/albums/zz287/firerescue140/image_zps8paaeac5.jpeg (http://s836.photobucket.com/user/firerescue140/media/image_zps8paaeac5.jpeg.html)

The coated wheel...
http://i836.photobucket.com/albums/zz287/firerescue140/image_zpsyaccbepz.jpeg (http://s836.photobucket.com/user/firerescue140/media/image_zpsyaccbepz.jpeg.html)

richy
08-14-2016, 03:20 AM
Steve, thanks for doing the review! What's the difference between this and the original UWW?

fdresq4
08-14-2016, 11:01 AM
Steve, thanks for doing the review! What's the difference between this and the original UWW?

Hey Richy,

The color, scent,and added Acrylic. The directions call for the doubling of Ultimate Acrylic to make the soultion as compared to the original formula, which isn't much at all considering.
Also, as compared to the original non acrylic version, the surface slickness is a bit more noticeable. The cleaning ability appears to be on par. The car was washed earlier in the week with RESET and we have had some summer thunderstorms with downpours the last couple of nights.
Of course, not sure about the price but I don't plan on using it with every wash.
I will report back as far as longevity and also plan on treating my buddy's F150
The CR-V sits outside 24/7.

I can see it being handy, depending on the longevity and interaction with other LSP's. Using it as a LSP booster, especially in the winter of if pressed for time, could be a benefit to the consumer. I'm sure some may not have a need for it or not wanting to mix LSPs. Those folks may just be as happy with the original.
When it hits the market price "could" be an issue since we don't know how much it will cost. I did the one wheel, which is coated just to see. Like you, the CR-V has two sets of tire/wheel combos, one summer one winter.

Hope this is what you were looking for.

Steve

DARK HORSE
08-14-2016, 12:06 PM
Steve, than you so much for the review and for your thoughts! Great job buddy!!

fdresq4
08-14-2016, 12:26 PM
Thanks Tad. I was happy to be selected. As I said earlier, I'm a big fan of UWW.
And, as luck would have it, the rain missed us last night. Initially we were under a Severe Thunderstorm Warning but as the storm approached, it split in two. It went north and south of us.

Steve

richy
08-15-2016, 12:01 AM
Hey Richy,

The color, scent,and added Acrylic. The directions call for the doubling of Ultimate Acrylic to make the soultion as compared to the original formula, which isn't much at all considering.
Also, as compared to the original non acrylic version, the surface slickness is a bit more noticeable. The cleaning ability appears to be on par. The car was washed earlier in the week with RESET and we have had some summer thunderstorms with downpours the last couple of nights.
Of course, not sure about the price but I don't plan on using it with every wash.
I will report back as far as longevity and also plan on treating my buddy's F150
The CR-V sits outside 24/7.

I can see it being handy, depending on the longevity and interaction with other LSP's. Using it as a LSP booster, especially in the winter of if pressed for time, could be a benefit to the consumer. I'm sure some may not have a need for it or not wanting to mix LSPs. Those folks may just be as happy with the original.
When it hits the market price "could" be an issue since we don't know how much it will cost. I did the one wheel, which is coated just to see. Like you, the CR-V has two sets of tire/wheel combos, one summer one winter.

Hope this is what you were looking for.

Steve

Great, thanks bud!

Cooter
08-15-2016, 03:32 AM
Great job Steve!! Thank you for posting a review and the pics!!
Nice towels btw!

fdresq4
08-24-2016, 06:44 PM
So today I washed the car with Reset via cannon. After I was done, the water beaded up like a son of a gun and ran off the surface pretty well. The car released the dirt very well. I didn't even use a mitt.

Steve

DARK HORSE
08-24-2016, 07:51 PM
Awesome Steve, thanks for the update!

fdresq4
10-04-2016, 12:05 PM
Hi gang,

So nearly two months after doing a Rinseless wash the new Ultima Acrlic on the CRV, the surface still beads and has some slickness to it. The only thing I have done is wash the CR-V with Reset every week and a half to two weeks.

This is a product that I will make part of my stock.

Steve

DARK HORSE
10-04-2016, 07:27 PM
Hi gang,

So nearly two months after doing a Rinseless wash the new Ultima Acrlic on the CRV, the surface still beads and has some slickness to it. The only thing I have done is wash the CR-V with Reset every week and a half to two weeks.

This is a product that I will make part of my stock.

Steve

Awesome Steve, thanks for the update!