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I've been using Zaino products and what's interesting is that they recommend using 100% cotton towel to remove their products.
I continue to use Microfiber towels.
I continue to use Microfiber towels.
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Have to agree - use microfiber towels to wipe the wax off.
As far as which wax I use, the last time I used Turtle Wax Ice on mine. But I have used Adam's Polishes Butter Wax too.
As far as which wax I use, the last time I used Turtle Wax Ice on mine. But I have used Adam's Polishes Butter Wax too.
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re: K-PAZ post about a wax that repels dust/dirt,etc.i use a product called 'rimwax' on my wheels on my z06 and my pontiac g8 gt sedan. i think it works pretty good. easyon/off.comes in a small 8 0z.jar. it was given to me by a fellow car guy.not sure where he got it.it is made by smartwax.a calif co. go to smartwax.com.
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Just Google "Rain Dance paste wax." It seems to be available at many places.
Was just getting ready to ask the same thing!
So, where do I get microfibers to touch them up with?
On a more serious note.
Years ago when I got my first non-metal body car, I searched for a good wax, and settled upon Rain Dance paste wax. At that time, it was the only wax that acted like an anti-static agent and kept dust from getting on the car. I have not been able to find the stuff since getting my Vette, and I am now out. Does anyone know of a place where this is available, or what other wax there is that doesn't make my car a dirt magnet?
So, where do I get microfibers to touch them up with?
On a more serious note.
Years ago when I got my first non-metal body car, I searched for a good wax, and settled upon Rain Dance paste wax. At that time, it was the only wax that acted like an anti-static agent and kept dust from getting on the car. I have not been able to find the stuff since getting my Vette, and I am now out. Does anyone know of a place where this is available, or what other wax there is that doesn't make my car a dirt magnet?
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Thanks above for the recommendation of Rimwax above, I'll give that a try. My driveway isn't paved, and seems inside my fender wells gets filthy instantly. Wind blows, and the car sucks up dirt...
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Doesn't seem to work like the old stuff. Maybe this car is "stickier", but it sure does get dusty.
Thanks above for the recommendation of Rimwax above, I'll give that a try. My driveway isn't paved, and seems inside my fender wells gets filthy instantly. Wind blows, and the car sucks up dirt...
Thanks above for the recommendation of Rimwax above, I'll give that a try. My driveway isn't paved, and seems inside my fender wells gets filthy instantly. Wind blows, and the car sucks up dirt...
I swear that on my Navy Blue, I can actually see the dust settling on it as it sits. Looks purty when it's clean though...just doesn't last long.
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On mine (No matter how much its waxed) it takes scrubbing and loads of drying to get the water spots off. The paint is excellent and I know how to properly clean and wax etc. It is just a very hard car to clean in comparison to cars with higher quality clear coats.
And I know silver stays cleaner looking guys. Upon close inspection time after time, we all know that it is not having nearly as much crud sticking to it from trees and the road etc. The paint and clear coat simply repels more.
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When you are done waxing, I recommend Meguair's Glaze to get a perfect finish. It does not last long, about 1-2 weeks for a garage kept car. However, you don't have to go crazy worrying about minor surface issues. It just sprays on and is easy to remove leaving a better look than you can get with any other product I have used.
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On mine (No matter how much its waxed) it takes scrubbing and loads of drying to get the water spots off. The paint is excellent and I know how to properly clean and wax etc. It is just a very hard car to clean in comparison to cars with higher quality clear coats.
And I know silver stays cleaner looking guys. Upon close inspection time after time, we all know that it is not having nearly as much crud sticking to it from trees and the road etc. The paint and clear coat simply repels more.
And I know silver stays cleaner looking guys. Upon close inspection time after time, we all know that it is not having nearly as much crud sticking to it from trees and the road etc. The paint and clear coat simply repels more.
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Same with my torch-red. I think it has to do with the clear coat. All of us at my place wash our cars on Sunday and the silver BMW here has such a good clear coat that it does not collect anything near as much as the other cars, it all comes off with ease, and no water spots come. It simply needs a towel wiped around and its done.
On mine (No matter how much its waxed) it takes scrubbing and loads of drying to get the water spots off. The paint is excellent and I know how to properly clean and wax etc. It is just a very hard car to clean in comparison to cars with higher quality clear coats.
And I know silver stays cleaner looking guys. Upon close inspection time after time, we all know that it is not having nearly as much crud sticking to it from trees and the road etc. The paint and clear coat simply repels more.
On mine (No matter how much its waxed) it takes scrubbing and loads of drying to get the water spots off. The paint is excellent and I know how to properly clean and wax etc. It is just a very hard car to clean in comparison to cars with higher quality clear coats.
And I know silver stays cleaner looking guys. Upon close inspection time after time, we all know that it is not having nearly as much crud sticking to it from trees and the road etc. The paint and clear coat simply repels more.
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