Autoglym UDS or SRP+EGP

[mightymouse]

Hi all,

Just wondered which is better for my 2012 w204 obsidian black metallic paintwork.

Ultra deep shine only or super resin polish + extra gloss protection.

What is the frequency of use for UDS and EGP?

Cheers

 

[mikec32]

I would love to tell you but havnt used AG for years. Super resin polish is imo the best filler polish on the market in terms of use and effect.

 

[EVL]

Om darker colours, Autoglym's HD wax gives a much better shine than EGP

 

[reggie musson]

I only use the Extra Gloss Protection on my black 2004 CLK as I found if you do this about every 8 weeks the car does not need to be polished which can thin the paint and it stays cleaner
Years ago I had a red BMW 520 and loved that bodywork so much I over polished it with Mer. That following spring with the weather as it is now, showers then the sun comes out, I found the warm sun on the cars paintwork left milkey rings all over the car as the water dried out. The only way to remove these marks was to pollish again but just made the problem worse. WHAT A NIGHTMARE
So for me I would only use polish maybe once a year at most with great care.

Reggie

 

[Igurisu]

On my Obsidian black CLK I used prima amigo after srp, then ag hd wax. It really did add depth to the paintwork and looks great.

 

[elisetype25]

I have used all 3 products for some time.

My understanding is that UDS and SRP are both polishes. The former is stated as being for darker colours, but in effect is simply a more aggressive polish. When cleaning black cars which perhaps haven't received much attention in the past, the UDS does a much better job of removing fine scratches and blemishes.

But it is a polish, so if the car paintwork is already in good condition then I would suggest SRP is more than adequate. I only use UDS when SRP can't cope.

EGP is a clearcoat, I generally use this after polish (whether UDS or SRP). I have tended use to use this as an extra protective layer after waxing.

The general principle being - wash, tar remover, wash, clay, wash, polish, wax, clearcoat.

I'm sure someone with greater knowledge will be able to give more detail/correct my understanding but in the meantime hope this helps.

Regards, Neil

 

[mightymouse]

Thanks for all the input so far... Ive bought SRP and wondered if I should return it in favour of UDS. I guess I will just get EGP for now since the paintwork is still brilliant. Thanks again

 

[EVL]

Just to clarify one of the points above- the sealants should always go on before a wax if using both. So if using SRP, EGP and HD, then that's the order they should go on. EGP will not bond well on top of HD.

From what you've mentioned, I'd stick with SRP and EGP rather than UDS on it's own. UDS has a lot more fillers than SRP (I think).

 

[elisetype25]

Thanks. I thought I might be getting it wrong!

N.

 

[kamalpatel12448]

Let me throw in something from the left field - before winter I decided to AG EGP on the diamond cut wheels (C63) - worked wonders! Will continue to do it unless someone tells me it is a bad thing. I also SRP and EGP on the C240 before winter and it I need to go back to it again, but was a great combo for me.

 

[EVL]

EGP is an excellent sealer for wheels. Cleaning them becomes a lot easier.
Best sealer I've used on wheels is by Permanon (both car supershine and aircraft) Absolutely fantastic stuff.

http://www.nanotechsst.co.uk/?affid=1002

 

[Mr. B]

Hi all,

Just wondered which is better for my 2012 w204 obsidian black metallic paintwork.

Ultra deep shine only or super resin polish + extra gloss protection.

What is the frequency of use for UDS and EGP?

Cheers

I use SRP twice a year (abrasive) but I use the XGP which is a wax as often as the wallet will allow for a perfect shine.

My opinion only.

Others may disagree but it works for me.

 

[MB-BTurbo]

I have used AG SRP and really like it. I also have Auto finesse Tripple and Auto finesse Spirit wax. Overall the performance is surprisingly similar although the Auto finess is a lot easier to use and longer lasting. Still at over £100 compared to £15 for the AG duo Im not sure if that really matters.

 

[designo500]

I used AG SRP and EGP for years, but was always annoyed with the "dust" which looked even worse on dark colours like my Green Black. Then there was the near impossible to remove marks on black trim.

I understand that has finally been sorted with the new product. It has been said that it is a great "filler" as well as a polish. I didn't know that. I assume this masks minor paint defects, but do you really want to polish every time you wax?

However of you don't need to cut or polish your paint every time, why not try a pure wax or sealant. I'm sure there are some experienced folk who could suggest one or two.

 

[MB-BTurbo]

I would be surprised if AG Super Resin Polish actually cut the Mercedes paint. It was hard work with my oft Subaru paint. I used it to cut back some touch up paint I filled a light scratch with and noticed that the hologram that was around it went as well. I assume from filling.

If you use a sealant over it then it should last as long as you maintain the sealant.

 

[Mr. B]

I would be surprised if AG Super Resin Polish actually cut the Mercedes paint. It was hard work with my oft Subaru paint. I used it to cut back some touch up paint I filled a light scratch with and noticed that the hologram that was around it went as well. I assume from filling.

If you use a sealant over it then it should last as long as you maintain the sealant.

SRP is an abrasive - that's why it removes blemishes and small surface scratches. I wouldn't use it too often if your paint work is OK. Wax as often as you like.

 

[MB-BTurbo]

SRP is a very mild abrasive and the Mercedes paint is very hard. SRP does not have the capacity to be used as an effective correction compound.

 

[MB-BTurbo]

I have just come in in fact from polishing my bonnet. I thought I would do the left side with SRP and the right with Autofinesse Tripple for comparison.

As mentioned earlier they perform almost identically. Both are effective at cleansing the paint and both have excellent filling properties (the Tripple is a glaze). Both sides are silky smooth, both fill equally well and both are easy to use. Interestingly though I have noticed that the stone chip repairs stand out far more after using SRP than with the Tripple, which blends them far more convincingly. Also the SRP can whiten plastic trim which is a real negative. SRP is marginally cheaper but not significantly and with the stone chips advantage would have to say its 1-0 to the Autofinesse product.

Of course both are designed to be used with their respective finishes. EGP for the SRP and a wax from the Autofinesse stable for the Tripple. I may use them next week end and make a full comparison later. Until then I can compare their durability and their effectiveness over a weeks exposure to the elements (although I know this is not what they were designed for).

The Autofinesse wax I have costs 8 times the price of the EGP so Im hoping it will be significantly better.

 

[fatdazza]

I doubt whether the wax will be 8 times better. As with most products diminishing returns set in.

 

[MB-BTurbo]

Sure. Its has a fairly high carnauba content so it should last longer, again, not 8 times longer but it should be better in appearance and longevity...we'll see. Sealants generally much better value for money anyway. The Werkstatt acrylic sealant I have is pretty hard to beat but then it doesnt work as well with the Tripple which I need to cover up all the hazing and swirls.