Waxes
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I have heard good things about Chemical Guys, but I refuse to spend that much. I tend to use Mequiars, but with the new car, I am probably going to get Pinnacle Signature Series II. I have heard a lot of good things, and although it is $60, it should make it several years. I am also starting to use Dodo Juice as the soap and prewax, and I also use Rejex as a top layer protectant, over the normal wax that makes it shine nicely.
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I use AutoGlym and Meguiars products for the most part. The sealant I use is from Wolfgang which I highly reccomend!
There was a huge sealant test done by some pro detailers. Autoglym and Wolfgang were in the top 2 or 3 if I remember right.
There was a huge sealant test done by some pro detailers. Autoglym and Wolfgang were in the top 2 or 3 if I remember right.
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For those using a sealer, make sure you wait at least three months from when it was built to put paint sealant on. If not, you can have issues down the line cause your paint can't completely gas out.
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I have a shadow black sport and love using turtle wax black spray wax. I have always and will always use turtle wax products!
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A good DA that is decent and on a cheaper end (compared to Rupes) is the Porter Cable 7424XP which is $99 on amazon right now
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I haven't even got my Sport yet and I have purchased 5 Star Shine Paint Protection System.
Supposed to last five years on a new car with no waxing and polishing, just light washing.
If this product works as well as advertised and endorsed it will save about ten wax & polish jobs. My arms feel better already.
Check it out here: Exterior Car Care Products | Auto Detailing Products | Auto Paint Protection
Supposed to last five years on a new car with no waxing and polishing, just light washing.
If this product works as well as advertised and endorsed it will save about ten wax & polish jobs. My arms feel better already.
Check it out here: Exterior Car Care Products | Auto Detailing Products | Auto Paint Protection
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I have found a product called ACE IT. It's a premium spray polish that gives a very long lasting wet look shine. Water beads for months off of it. it is the most effortless stuff I have ever used. I did my whole car,windows included , in a half hour. You spray surface or towel and lightly apply then buff area with a clean dry towel. You can use it on paint windshields,glass powder coat, matte finished and chrome. I have used this stuff for years and highly recommend it.
WWW. aceitpolish.com 1-800-558-2234
WWW. aceitpolish.com 1-800-558-2234
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The synthetic waxes are really easy to use and they last a lot longer than the carnauba waxes. I did my entire car by hand in about 2 hours after a clay rub. Washed it twice since then and it is still just as smooth to the touch. I have found it easier to work with as well...after all this is car number 17 for me.
Carnauba waxes are literally just supposed to last a few days effectively, maybe a week max. Just meant for topping off for shows and what not to give you that extra level of oomph. Carnauba gets disturbed very easily when on the paint so minimal touching after you apply it. Even washing, just let the water sheet off rather than pressure washing the heck out of it
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I use both and agree.
As for the other thing about carnauba, it is good for 2-3 months generally. Depends a little on environmental conditions.
As for the other thing about carnauba, it is good for 2-3 months generally. Depends a little on environmental conditions.
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Have used the last 7-8 years. Expensive, German made I believe. Wicked good, easy to apply and remove, and long lasting. You don't use much and it goes a long way. After a lifetime of trying everything known to man, I found this by far the best. The biggest car geek I have ever known told me about it.
Have used the last 7-8 years. Expensive, German made I believe. Wicked good, easy to apply and remove, and long lasting. You don't use much and it goes a long way. After a lifetime of trying everything known to man, I found this by far the best. The biggest car geek I have ever known told me about it.
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Pulled out my PC 7424xp last weekend, was going to give the car a once over with an all-in-one product I have.
Speed control went out of it, only works on high.
I have to say I'm really disappointed, I probably have used the buffer about 5 hours total, I don't recall the exact year I bought it but it was around 2007-2008.
Ordered a new speed control yesterday off Amazon for $22 shipped.
BTW, I'm using McKee's 360,(used to be Pinnacle 360), It's great for a garage queen or a car that
doesn't sit out in the environment. I bought it for my 2004 SRT-4 that has 27,xxx miles on it, just sits in the garage.
It works well on a newer car too, one that needs minimal correction, brings out a nice shine.
Then go over it with their Carnauba paste wax
McKee's 37 360 Corrects, Cleans, Seals 360 corrects, cleans, and seals auto paint! 360 is more than a cleaner wax, its a swirl remover, polish, and
Speed control went out of it, only works on high.
I have to say I'm really disappointed, I probably have used the buffer about 5 hours total, I don't recall the exact year I bought it but it was around 2007-2008.
Ordered a new speed control yesterday off Amazon for $22 shipped.
BTW, I'm using McKee's 360,(used to be Pinnacle 360), It's great for a garage queen or a car that
doesn't sit out in the environment. I bought it for my 2004 SRT-4 that has 27,xxx miles on it, just sits in the garage.
It works well on a newer car too, one that needs minimal correction, brings out a nice shine.
Then go over it with their Carnauba paste wax
McKee's 37 360 Corrects, Cleans, Seals 360 corrects, cleans, and seals auto paint! 360 is more than a cleaner wax, its a swirl remover, polish, and
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