CarPro HydrO2... buy it!
07-03-16, 07:03 AM
#211
Lexus Fanatic
Mine is green
07-03-16, 09:41 AM
#213
Lexus Fanatic
Mine was a medium green.
07-04-16, 08:13 PM
#214
Lexus Test Driver
Mine was medium green as well. Bought it last year and still have some left. Surprised they changed the formula as the old formula has been working well for me. Just bought another similar product called Waxedshine Aqua Bead which is way cheaper than CarPro HydrO2 recently . The dilution ratio is different - 1:3 (strong) or 1:7 (regular or for show cars) as opposed to 1:4 used by CarPro HydrO2. There is a review that claims it lasted at least 2 months and so the manufacturer's claim of "up to 3 months" looks promising and it is on par with what CarPro claims about Hydr02.
roduct) with the same outstanding results.
11-08-16, 05:24 PM
#217
Is that a pre-diluted Hydro2 and ready to use in a Spray bottle? Or it's concentrated and in a Spray bottle?
I'm confused that with this one http://www.detailedimage.com/CarPro-...24/1000-ml-S1/
The item image doesn't show a Spray bottle, but on CarPro website it shows a Spray ready to use bottle. http://www.carpro-us.com/coatings-se...-lite-1-liter/
Last edited by jincuteguy; 11-08-16 at 05:29 PM.
05-22-17, 10:43 AM
#219
I finally tried Carpro Hydro2 for the first time. I can see why it's such a popular product. I applied it using a pressurized sprayer, and I went through product a lot faster than I was expecting to. I ended up using 2oz of product mixed at 4:1 to cover a honda odyssey.
I've been using Nanolex wash coat for over a year now. On Saturday I applied wash coat to 2 cars, and on Sunday I remembered I had the Hydro2 sample I got from Henry (GSteg), so I tried that on my Odyssey. I washed all the cars with IronX foam before applying. Initial impressions, the Hydro2 is slicker and when using a blower the car dries much faster. I want to say there is a slight improvement in shine with the Hydro2, but it was sunset and the minivan is silver, so it is questionable.
I would normally use 100mL of Nanolex washcoat on the odyssey applied through a foam gun. The amount of product (50mL for cars, 100mL for large vehicles) is more important than the dilution ratio. The cost per application in this case is $4.6 (assuming a 1L bottle is purchased). The process is much faster and I usually reapply every 2 months.
In comparison, I used 2oz of Hydro2 or 60mL of product mixed at 4:1. With Hydro2 the dilution ratio changes how long the product last. The cost per application in this case would be $6.9 (assuming 1L bottle is purchased). I used a pressurized sprayer to make my life easier, but it does waste more product.
Overall, I do like the product, but I'm unsure which one I will continue to use. Nanolex is easier to use and is cheaper initially, but Hydro2 is supposed to last a lot longer. I guess I have to wait 2 months until I can make my decision. I'm sure if I play with the dilution ratio and pay attention to how long the product last I could find a way to make them comparable in price.
I've been using Nanolex wash coat for over a year now. On Saturday I applied wash coat to 2 cars, and on Sunday I remembered I had the Hydro2 sample I got from Henry (GSteg), so I tried that on my Odyssey. I washed all the cars with IronX foam before applying. Initial impressions, the Hydro2 is slicker and when using a blower the car dries much faster. I want to say there is a slight improvement in shine with the Hydro2, but it was sunset and the minivan is silver, so it is questionable.
I would normally use 100mL of Nanolex washcoat on the odyssey applied through a foam gun. The amount of product (50mL for cars, 100mL for large vehicles) is more important than the dilution ratio. The cost per application in this case is $4.6 (assuming a 1L bottle is purchased). The process is much faster and I usually reapply every 2 months.
In comparison, I used 2oz of Hydro2 or 60mL of product mixed at 4:1. With Hydro2 the dilution ratio changes how long the product last. The cost per application in this case would be $6.9 (assuming 1L bottle is purchased). I used a pressurized sprayer to make my life easier, but it does waste more product.
Overall, I do like the product, but I'm unsure which one I will continue to use. Nanolex is easier to use and is cheaper initially, but Hydro2 is supposed to last a lot longer. I guess I have to wait 2 months until I can make my decision. I'm sure if I play with the dilution ratio and pay attention to how long the product last I could find a way to make them comparable in price.
05-22-17, 04:35 PM
#222
I always update the OP in this thread when they make changes.... the last edit was on 11-07-2016 and states:
They have since changed it to read exactly:
Click Here to visit the CarPro-US product page
It is always a good idea to check the product manufacturer's page directly and not rely on forum threads for specifics about product directions as they can change without notice. Even the Detailed Image and Autogeek stores are not always up to date with this type of information.
They have since changed it to read exactly:
Originally Posted by CarPro-US
Concentrated Value: Dilution of 1 part Hydro to 6~10 parts water
It is always a good idea to check the product manufacturer's page directly and not rely on forum threads for specifics about product directions as they can change without notice. Even the Detailed Image and Autogeek stores are not always up to date with this type of information.
05-23-17, 08:11 AM
#223
I finally tried Carpro Hydro2 for the first time. I can see why it's such a popular product. I applied it using a pressurized sprayer, and I went through product a lot faster than I was expecting to. I ended up using 2oz of product mixed at 4:1 to cover a honda odyssey.
I've been using Nanolex wash coat for over a year now. On Saturday I applied wash coat to 2 cars, and on Sunday I remembered I had the Hydro2 sample I got from Henry (GSteg), so I tried that on my Odyssey. I washed all the cars with IronX foam before applying. Initial impressions, the Hydro2 is slicker and when using a blower the car dries much faster. I want to say there is a slight improvement in shine with the Hydro2, but it was sunset and the minivan is silver, so it is questionable.
I would normally use 100mL of Nanolex washcoat on the odyssey applied through a foam gun. The amount of product (50mL for cars, 100mL for large vehicles) is more important than the dilution ratio. The cost per application in this case is $4.6 (assuming a 1L bottle is purchased). The process is much faster and I usually reapply every 2 months.
In comparison, I used 2oz of Hydro2 or 60mL of product mixed at 4:1. With Hydro2 the dilution ratio changes how long the product last. The cost per application in this case would be $6.9 (assuming 1L bottle is purchased). I used a pressurized sprayer to make my life easier, but it does waste more product.
Overall, I do like the product, but I'm unsure which one I will continue to use. Nanolex is easier to use and is cheaper initially, but Hydro2 is supposed to last a lot longer. I guess I have to wait 2 months until I can make my decision. I'm sure if I play with the dilution ratio and pay attention to how long the product last I could find a way to make them comparable in price.
I've been using Nanolex wash coat for over a year now. On Saturday I applied wash coat to 2 cars, and on Sunday I remembered I had the Hydro2 sample I got from Henry (GSteg), so I tried that on my Odyssey. I washed all the cars with IronX foam before applying. Initial impressions, the Hydro2 is slicker and when using a blower the car dries much faster. I want to say there is a slight improvement in shine with the Hydro2, but it was sunset and the minivan is silver, so it is questionable.
I would normally use 100mL of Nanolex washcoat on the odyssey applied through a foam gun. The amount of product (50mL for cars, 100mL for large vehicles) is more important than the dilution ratio. The cost per application in this case is $4.6 (assuming a 1L bottle is purchased). The process is much faster and I usually reapply every 2 months.
In comparison, I used 2oz of Hydro2 or 60mL of product mixed at 4:1. With Hydro2 the dilution ratio changes how long the product last. The cost per application in this case would be $6.9 (assuming 1L bottle is purchased). I used a pressurized sprayer to make my life easier, but it does waste more product.
Overall, I do like the product, but I'm unsure which one I will continue to use. Nanolex is easier to use and is cheaper initially, but Hydro2 is supposed to last a lot longer. I guess I have to wait 2 months until I can make my decision. I'm sure if I play with the dilution ratio and pay attention to how long the product last I could find a way to make them comparable in price.
Strange how the 100ml bottle costs 19.99 and the 1 liter diluted bottle costs 24.99, but doesn't indicate how much parts to product to water it includes.
Last edited by k20trick; 05-23-17 at 08:15 AM.
05-23-17, 08:53 AM
#224
I always update the OP in this thread when they make changes.... the last edit was on 11-07-2016 and states:
They have since changed it to read exactly:
Click Here to visit the CarPro-US product page
It is always a good idea to check the product manufacturer's page directly and not rely on forum threads for specifics about product directions as they can change without notice. Even the Detailed Image and Autogeek stores are not always up to date with this type of information.
They have since changed it to read exactly:
Click Here to visit the CarPro-US product page
It is always a good idea to check the product manufacturer's page directly and not rely on forum threads for specifics about product directions as they can change without notice. Even the Detailed Image and Autogeek stores are not always up to date with this type of information.
If they follow their new dilution ratio (6 to 10 parts water), then that means there is 142.85mL to 90.9mL of Hydro2 in a 1L bottle. I would hope that its closer to 6 parts water to justify the cost.
05-23-17, 09:39 AM
#225
1000 mL HydrO2 Lite = $24.99, or $.025/mL. Estimated 3 month durability.
100 mL HydrO2 Concentrate = $19.99
- Mixed at 6:1, makes 700 mL of solution. $.029/mL. Estimated 6 month durability. (Best value for durability)
- Mixed at 10:1, makes 1100 mL of solution. $.018/mL. Estimated 3 month durability. (Best value by volume)
As expected, the concentrate is always the better value.