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Old 11-01-2012, 02:20 PM
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What is the best wax to use on my 86 corvette? I have a 10" buffer. I just did not know if any difference in recommended wax between the fiberglass or metal car. Thanks
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any quality name-brand wax is just fine. no significant difference between metal or fiberglass cars. just keep it clean and wax often. some wax may last longer than others, but if you wax often - there is no need to worry about it. just remember, all that high dollar specialty wax is 90% hype, and 10% fact. i take the easy-on, easy-off route myself -
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I use all Griots Garage products on my 20 year old factory applied paint.
I think the results speak for itself.
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I bet you'd get a lot more answers if ask in the C5 or C6 Forums......
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I use Adam's Americana and think the results speak for themself also, just remember, it is polishing the paint that gets it shiny, not the wax. The wax protects and can help add depth.

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Originally Posted by JeffnSharyn
I bet you'd get a lot more answers if ask in the C5 or C6 Forums......


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Originally Posted by JeffnSharyn
I bet you'd get a lot more answers if ask in the Off Topic Forums......
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Use a good polish before appyling wax.
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I use and believe in Meguires.
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I like Zaino stuff
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Originally Posted by CRUZN C4
I use and believe in Meguires.
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Originally Posted by JeffnSharyn
I bet you'd get a lot more answers if ask in the C5 or C6 Forums......
Old people love to gab.

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Originally Posted by 91 corvette
Adams and nothing else.
OUTSTANDING!
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It's a C4.....why bother waxing it? The wax is worth more than the car.

{kidding, kidding}
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Originally Posted by 91 corvette
Adams and nothing else.
Originally Posted by AirForceOne!
Carnu-B


VERY sharp cars.


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