Klasse AIO 1st Impressions

[johnv]

Used AIO today on my Tacoma and honestly it didnt make step back and go WOW! like I thought it would,but maybe it shouldnt because Im not completely done with this project. I havent yet applied sealant to it maybe that will give me the bang Im looking for,otherwise its hohum with just theAIO. The prep work as follows( I rent and have to go to the spray car wash with my wash stuff dont have garage to use but my own suds and scrubers) washed,claybared,washed(after this wash the finish was clean as can be)dryed,applied AIO with Microfiber pad(as per instructions) wiped with microfiber towel and I wasnt really impressed. Likes: You can apply AIO to rubber,vinyl,glass,plastic it does a good job on Black Matte pieces cleans and takes off crusty white residue from other waxs and shines them(front black grille and rear view mirror mounts,rear bumper step look excellent). And supposely gives 5-8 months protection. Dislikes: using such a small amount of AIO Im not sure if the vehicle is completely treated(directions state if you see haze your using to much)unlike wax haze you know exactly whats done. Not much WOW! factor I might be expecting too much with this light Lunar Mist Metalic paint theres not many products that will make this stuff pop. Questions can this stuff be layered like sealant or its one shot thats it? Is it better to use a foam pad than microfiber(seems to absorb alot of the product)? Thanx for any insights,got a good workout from this detail job and the weathers great for cleaning and washing,detailing anyways,now its Miller time.After seeing PBs truck maybe I shouldnt have talked to much smack about the Sonus Polycharger looks great.

[Scottiem]

Just got done using AIO and SG yesterday on my wife's Oynx Blue Versa and am happy with the results. I know you can layer AIO but not sure what the wait time is between coats. I know if your going to layer SG you need to wait at least 24 hours. Below is a couple of threads that talk about using the Klasse twins in detail. I would use a foam pad instead of a Microfiber to apply it and microfiber to remove. I have a Silver metallic Tacoma and don't expect to get the wow factor that I do with my other cars.

http://autopia.org/forum/hall-fame/3...=wipe+official


http://autopia.org/forum/product-spo...nd-klasse.html


Hope this helps

[johnv]

Originally Posted by Scottiem

Just got done using AIO and SG yesterday on my wife's Oynx Blue Versa and am happy with the results. I know you can layer AIO but not sure what the wait time is between coats. I know if your going to layer SG you need to wait at least 24 hours. Below is a couple of threads that talk about using the Klasse twins in detail. I would use a foam pad instead of a Microfiber to apply it and microfiber to remove. I have a Silver metallic Tacoma and don't expect to get the wow factor that I do with my other cars.

http://autopia.org/forum/hall-fame/3...=wipe+official


http://autopia.org/forum/product-spo...nd-klasse.html


Hope this helps

Thanx,I think Im expecting to much from the Silver Metalic paint,my second color choice for the Tacoma was the Burgundy Red color keyed which has popping power when detailed should have held out for that color. Im going to apply another coat of AIO to the truck and use foam pad this time and then 3 coats of sealant see how she looks,then maybe a top of the line carnuba wax as a final topper if it doesnt blam then theres nothing I can do. Thanx for those Klasse threads also they are very informative this the first time I've ever used a Klasse product.

[screeber]

I dunno - my personal opinion is you can't expect that much from something branded as "All in one", even with Klasse. If you want the best results, take the time to invest in high quality polishes, paint cleansers, glaze (if you like) and sealant.

You are right though - silver won't really ever pop like a darker color with metallic flakes. But I would think you'll be happier once the sealant is applied. My silver Tacoma looked pretty darn sweet last fall when I applied the 4Star UPP.

[johnv]

Originally Posted by screeber

I dunno - my personal opinion is you can't expect that much from something branded as "All in one", even with Klasse. If you want the best results, take the time to invest in high quality polishes, paint cleansers, glaze (if you like) and sealant.

You are right though - silver won't really ever pop like a darker color with metallic flakes. But I would think you'll be happier once the sealant is applied. My silver Tacoma looked pretty darn sweet last fall when I applied the 4Star UPP.

Im planning on using Detailers Pride sealant because I have a whole bottle left from previous usage that should be alright although Klasse Sealant might be better ? Your right about investing in high qaulity stuff Im finding out alot from this Forum Im new to this Detailing game but learning fast.

[Scottiem]

Originally Posted by johnv

Thanx,I think Im expecting to much from the Silver Metalic paint,my second color choice for the Tacoma was the Burgundy Red color keyed which has popping power when detailed should have held out for that color. Im going to apply another coat of AIO to the truck and use foam pad this time and then 3 coats of sealant see how she looks,then maybe a top of the line carnuba wax as a final topper if it doesnt blam then theres nothing I can do. Thanx for those Klasse threads also they are very informative this the first time I've ever used a Klasse product.

Here is a pic of hcarman's silver tacoma after Klasse and SG. I agree with you, I am a fan of the Burgundy Red color but they don't offer it in a sport package and that is what I wanted, I like the Silver allot as it hides the dirt better and when it's clean an waxed it looks sweet. No matter what wax you use I don't think your going to get that WOW factor that you would with a daker color.

Here are result after
Klasse AIO and SG

[Dana_15]

I used to have the same exact truck as you ......The SG will make your silver a little bit deeper but not much, in fact I could barely tell the difference from AIO and AIO + 3 Layers of SG on silver. But topping it with P21S made the shine very sharp, the truck was hard to look at in the sun......can't wait to work on the Phantom Gray I have now.

[johnv]

I have the 2004 Color keyed identical to Dana 15s in fact mine looks exactly like his right now very clean,shiny,mirror reflective but that Silver Mist doesnt have no depth,initially I liked the Silver Mist its a common color but Im starting to like the uncommon colors like the Burgundy Red,Dark Green,even the Black because of the way they look after cleaning and detailing. Im considering a trade in or sale and going for a 2007 Tacoma TRD Prerunner Extra cab Ive only used the 4 wheel drive 2-3 times for snow,a little offroad in NJ Pinelands sandy roads and firebreak trails could get away with just a locker rear both instances, I like the TRD Offroad Prerunner not the LSD Rear Sport Package model,tough choice give up a proven 4wheeler I own for a new 2wheel drive one, could be a bad move. Silver does hide dirt better thats one of reasons for me to get that color. Im going to try the sealant this weekend unfortunately its going back to winter on Sat.-Sun. after 70deg. today typical crazy East Coast weather.

[Scottiem]

I haven't tried topping the SG with a carnuba, have heard good results from others. One reason I haven't tried it is that once I do I can't layer anymore SG on top. I'll give up a little of the Wow effect for the durability of AIO and SG.

[johnv]

I dont think you can have the WOW! factor with Lunar Mist Metallic,just the you sure got a clean looking truck buddy Factor I get that one all the time. To WOW or not to WOW that is the question since its better to WOW than to never to have WOWed at all than durability would be the next best thing. Check out the new smilie faces list thier funny as hell