Meguiars Gold Class Shampoo?????

WaveyDavey · 12-04-2008, 19:42

I bought some Meguiars Gold Class Shampoo the other month and only got to use it today....... Thing is it seems to have separated / settled.... There is about 3 inches of solid jelly in the bottom and then the rest of the bottle is just a very watery consistency. I've tried shaking it and it still doesn't mix. The jelly like stuff just floats around then sinks back to the bottom again.

To say it's supposed to be a brand new bottle i'm a bit disappointed..... I ended up finding out some of my old shampoo i used as after using some of this there were just no suds at all!!!

Is this usual for this stuff.... does it settle or do i seem to have been sent a dodgy / very old item???

Cheers

Dave.

vRSLen · 12-04-2008, 21:25

I had the same problem and kept it indoors

Mr Grumpy · 12-04-2008, 21:43

It's probably just cold.
When you fill your wash bucket with hot water, leave the bottle in it for 5 minutes to melt the congealed wax, shake and go..

apd007 · 12-04-2008, 21:45

I use that, never had any trouble with it, and it's stored outside.

Mr Grumpy · 12-04-2008, 21:50

Quote:

Originally Posted by apd007

I use that, never had any trouble with it, and it's stored outside.

Ah but Sheffield is bloody cold at the best of times

WaveyDavey · 13-04-2008, 01:38

Cheers chaps....... I'll try warming it up to see if that cures it.

Cheers

Dave.

gillywibble · 13-04-2008, 02:11

I've never had a problem with Gold Class but it could be cold or need agitating. Still a wonderful shampoo IMO, if only for the smell.

Baker21 · 13-04-2008, 09:00

Had this problem with the Megs Next Gen Shampoo and this was because it was kept outside in the cold, now I keep all the shampoos in the warm and no problems.................currently using Megs Gold Class with no issues..........

Tom_vRS · 13-04-2008, 16:44

I use the Gold Class - not had any problems with it separating and its kept in the garage in the cold...

However, I do think there are better shampoos on the market

Wardy · 13-04-2008, 17:13

Again, I've had the same problem. Keep it inside now and it's been fine

Which ones do you think are better Tom?

Steve

mattbeef · 13-04-2008, 18:21

Citrus Wash and Glass every time for me now i love that shampoo

Mr Grumpy · 13-04-2008, 18:22

I've started using Halfrauds own ( the blue bottle )
If you car is basically 'clean' to start with, imho it's as good as any on the market, costing up to 3 times as much.
It beads well, and lasts for ages, or at least until the next wash ( about 3 days.....in my case )
It must be worth a punt at around £8 a gallon.

Tom_vRS · 13-04-2008, 18:55

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wardy

Again, I've had the same problem. Keep it inside now and it's been fine

Which ones do you think are better Tom?

Steve

Well, since you asked...

Megs Hyperwash, Super Shampoo, Chemical Guys Citrus to name just three

I've just ordered 5l of the Hyperwash - going to buy a foam lance and give it a go in that too.

The Gold Class is fine, but doesn't seem to create that many suds, and I'm not conviced it feels that slick either... Still, I've used 3 bottles of the stuff now, just thought I'd try some other products.

oilburninnut · 13-04-2008, 19:01

I use the autosmart shampoo,just as good as the megs one

Wardy · 13-04-2008, 19:43

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tom_vRS

The Gold Class is fine, but doesn't seem to create that many suds, and I'm not conviced it feels that slick either...

Might be a water hardness issue? No issues here; I'll take a pic next time I make a bucket up

Steve

gillywibble · 13-04-2008, 19:55

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wardy

Might be a water hardness issue? No issues here; I'll take a pic next time I make a bucket up

Steve

No issues here either. It needs agitating properly though.

Baker21 · 14-04-2008, 17:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tom_vRS

Well, since you asked...

Megs Hyperwash, Super Shampoo, Chemical Guys Citrus to name just three

I've just ordered 5l of the Hyperwash - going to buy a foam lance and give it a go in that too.

The Gold Class is fine, but doesn't seem to create that many suds, and I'm not conviced it feels that slick either... Still, I've used 3 bottles of the stuff now, just thought I'd try some other products.

Tom if your after a Foam Lance can you PM me mate as I have an idea..........

Jon TDI · 14-04-2008, 19:45

Never had a problem with Megs Gold Class, but I've always kept my car cleaning stuff under the sink in the kitchen!

I've also experimented with other brands of shampoo (Megs NXT, Prima Auto wash, etc) But found Gold Class to be a good all rounder.
A good tip for more suds, is to half fill the bucket with water from the tap, then use the hose to fill the rest of the bucket. The pressure produces some good suds.

vRSLen · 14-04-2008, 20:19

The only issue I have is the residue left on the glass.
Try polishing the glass with a microfiber cloth after washing it.....

Tom_vRS · 14-04-2008, 20:35

Just a little update - I washed the car with Gold Class at the weekend, and left the bucket full of the wash water in the garage for some reason

I emptied it down the drain, and you could clearly see the mikly shampoo suspended in the water - must say I was impressed, and will now be ordering some more!

I guess I was just disappointed it doesn't foam as much as other shampoos, but its not the end of the world

12-04-2008, 19:42	#1
WaveyDavey Hiya Vic!!! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire Posts: 1,909	Meguiars Gold Class Shampoo????? I bought some Meguiars Gold Class Shampoo the other month and only got to use it today....... Thing is it seems to have separated / settled.... There is about 3 inches of solid jelly in the bottom and then the rest of the bottle is just a very watery consistency. I've tried shaking it and it still doesn't mix. The jelly like stuff just floats around then sinks back to the bottom again. To say it's supposed to be a brand new bottle i'm a bit disappointed..... I ended up finding out some of my old shampoo i used as after using some of this there were just no suds at all!!! Is this usual for this stuff.... does it settle or do i seem to have been sent a dodgy / very old item??? Cheers Dave. __________________ '06 Fabia vRS... Black Magic Pearl, Xenons, Cruise, ESP, Dragon Tuning Box, Cupra PD160 Air Intake, Green Cotton Air Filter, MAF Cage Mod, SMIC Wheelarch Venting, Seat Sport Strutbrace, JabbaSport Rear ARB, Seat PD130 Engine Sound-Proofing, Cupra-R Front Splitter, Colour Coded Grille Surround, MkII vRS Grille Badge, Bosch Aeros, VW Rear Aero, Honda S2000 Aerial, SilverVision Indicators, Connects2 & 8gb Ipod Nano 3G, LED Interior Lighting, Front Drinks Holder, 'Elegance' Cubby Drawer, Side & Dashboard vRS Badges.

12-04-2008, 21:25	#2
vRSLen Back In Green : Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 4,001	Re: Meguiars Gold Class Shampoo????? I had the same problem and kept it indoors __________________ Current car: Black MKII Octavia vRS Combi Previous: Black MKI Octavia vRS Combi Black Fabia Elegance 100 BHP

12-04-2008, 21:43	#3
Mr Grumpy Ho Hum Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Lurking... Posts: 4,487	Re: Meguiars Gold Class Shampoo????? It's probably just cold. When you fill your wash bucket with hot water, leave the bottle in it for 5 minutes to melt the congealed wax, shake and go.. __________________ Karma.......it's a wonderful thing

12-04-2008, 21:45	#4
apd007 Bored! Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Earth Posts: 2,382	Re: Meguiars Gold Class Shampoo????? I use that, never had any trouble with it, and it's stored outside. __________________ Support Briskoda join Freedom ======> Was :- Skoda 120LSE Yellow 1.2 ~ 60 BHP? Then :- Mk I Skoda Octavia Blueline 1.9 TDi 90 BHP. Now :- Mk II Skoda Octavia vRS Black 2.0 TFSI. 200 BHP.

13-04-2008, 01:38	#6
WaveyDavey Hiya Vic!!! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire Posts: 1,909	Re: Meguiars Gold Class Shampoo????? Cheers chaps....... I'll try warming it up to see if that cures it. Cheers Dave. __________________ '06 Fabia vRS... Black Magic Pearl, Xenons, Cruise, ESP, Dragon Tuning Box, Cupra PD160 Air Intake, Green Cotton Air Filter, MAF Cage Mod, SMIC Wheelarch Venting, Seat Sport Strutbrace, JabbaSport Rear ARB, Seat PD130 Engine Sound-Proofing, Cupra-R Front Splitter, Colour Coded Grille Surround, MkII vRS Grille Badge, Bosch Aeros, VW Rear Aero, Honda S2000 Aerial, SilverVision Indicators, Connects2 & 8gb Ipod Nano 3G, LED Interior Lighting, Front Drinks Holder, 'Elegance' Cubby Drawer, Side & Dashboard vRS Badges.

13-04-2008, 02:11	#7
gillywibble Cuthbert Dibble Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Watching Tom peeping at Lady Godiva. Posts: 5,090	Re: Meguiars Gold Class Shampoo????? I've never had a problem with Gold Class but it could be cold or need agitating. Still a wonderful shampoo IMO, if only for the smell. __________________ I drink, therefore I spam.

13-04-2008, 09:00	#8
Baker21 OEM+ SUPERB Join Date: May 2005 Location: Northants Posts: 2,738	Re: Meguiars Gold Class Shampoo????? Had this problem with the Megs Next Gen Shampoo and this was because it was kept outside in the cold, now I keep all the shampoos in the warm and no problems.................currently using Megs Gold Class with no issues.......... __________________ Best regards, Baker21 - 'OEM+' SKODA SUPERB PD TDI 130

13-04-2008, 16:44	#9
Tom_vRS Briskodaholic Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Fenland, Cambridgeshire Posts: 10,517	Re: Meguiars Gold Class Shampoo????? I use the Gold Class - not had any problems with it separating and its kept in the garage in the cold... However, I do think there are better shampoos on the market __________________ 99/S Ford Mondeo Ghia-X 2.5 V6 in silver. 112k miles

13-04-2008, 17:13	#10
Wardy BBSing again Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Around Manchester & Cheshire Posts: 10,052	Re: Meguiars Gold Class Shampoo????? Again, I've had the same problem. Keep it inside now and it's been fine Which ones do you think are better Tom? Steve __________________ Wardy's Fabia vRS xenons : sunroof : cruise : OEM+ "Racing is life. Anything before or after is just waiting." - Steve McQueen

13-04-2008, 18:21	#11
mattbeef Needs Money Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Sheffield Posts: 3,224	Re: Meguiars Gold Class Shampoo????? Citrus Wash and Glass every time for me now i love that shampoo __________________ I few bits here and there but im happy to Performance Torque Go on click me you know you want to

13-04-2008, 18:22	#12
Mr Grumpy Ho Hum Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Lurking... Posts: 4,487	Re: Meguiars Gold Class Shampoo????? I've started using Halfrauds own ( the blue bottle ) If you car is basically 'clean' to start with, imho it's as good as any on the market, costing up to 3 times as much. It beads well, and lasts for ages, or at least until the next wash ( about 3 days.....in my case ) It must be worth a punt at around £8 a gallon. __________________ Karma.......it's a wonderful thing

14-04-2008, 19:45	#18
Jon TDI Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: North East England Posts: 3,129	Re: Meguiars Gold Class Shampoo????? Never had a problem with Megs Gold Class, but I've always kept my car cleaning stuff under the sink in the kitchen! I've also experimented with other brands of shampoo (Megs NXT, Prima Auto wash, etc) But found Gold Class to be a good all rounder. A good tip for more suds, is to half fill the bucket with water from the tap, then use the hose to fill the rest of the bucket. The pressure produces some good suds. __________________ Black Magic SEAT Leon 2.0 TDI Sport - Green panel thingy, Upsolute jiggery pokery, Koni FSD/Eibach Pro Kit bouncy stuff, 18" Audi A8 Parabol rims, '08 Cupra black/honeycombe grille.

14-04-2008, 20:19	#19
vRSLen Back In Green : Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 4,001	Re: Meguiars Gold Class Shampoo????? The only issue I have is the residue left on the glass. Try polishing the glass with a microfiber cloth after washing it..... __________________ Current car: Black MKII Octavia vRS Combi Previous: Black MKI Octavia vRS Combi Black Fabia Elegance 100 BHP

14-04-2008, 20:35	#20
Tom_vRS Briskodaholic Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Fenland, Cambridgeshire Posts: 10,517	Re: Meguiars Gold Class Shampoo????? Just a little update - I washed the car with Gold Class at the weekend, and left the bucket full of the wash water in the garage for some reason I emptied it down the drain, and you could clearly see the mikly shampoo suspended in the water - must say I was impressed, and will now be ordering some more! I guess I was just disappointed it doesn't foam as much as other shampoos, but its not the end of the world __________________ 99/S Ford Mondeo Ghia-X 2.5 V6 in silver. 112k miles

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