Best wax?
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6th Gear
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From: Jacksonville Arkansas
Best wax?
I'm brand new on the forum and I'm hoping you guys can tell me what is the best car wax to use on my C7 Corvette. I bought my car in December of last year and haven't waxed it yet, because I don't know what I should use.
Race Director
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There is no "best wax"......if they are from a major mfr, the they all are good. It's more about procedure than product.a good procedure is.
Wash
Clay
Wash
Polish
Seal or wax.
Rinseless wash to maintain
If you are the type that reads (so many that call me will not read to learn)
Download an "a-z everttything you need to know procedure" here:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/acxkaf44c...VlC5djtQa?dl=0
But if you are just content to wash and wax, these are great ones:
Zaino seal
Adams machine sealant
Blackfire wet diamond
Megiures NXT 2.0
Pinnicle souveran
Rejex
Nu-finish
Wash
Clay
Wash
Polish
Seal or wax.
Rinseless wash to maintain
If you are the type that reads (so many that call me will not read to learn)
Download an "a-z everttything you need to know procedure" here:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/acxkaf44c...VlC5djtQa?dl=0
But if you are just content to wash and wax, these are great ones:
Zaino seal
Adams machine sealant
Blackfire wet diamond
Megiures NXT 2.0
Pinnicle souveran
Rejex
Nu-finish
Last edited by Glen e; Oct 10, 2015 at 10:33 AM.
Safety Car
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Any wax with a high carnauba content, but not pure carnauba which is brittle, is usually considered a good wax (i.e., produces a good shine). If it good enough for M & M's and shoe polish, it is good enough for my car.
I also follow the steps that Glen e indicated.
I also follow the steps that Glen e indicated.
Le Mans Master
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From: Rochester New York
clear coat is applied to your car. So I stay away from (pure wax) and use Meguiar's NXT or some use Zaino or some Adam products which are formulated for the clear coat finishes.
Looks like your getting a little BS from our Bro's
Looks like your getting a little BS from our Bro's
Racer
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From: Florham Park NJ
I find that after trying several brands that Zaino gave me the best shine and durability. If you follow the directions to the T, it works great. The initial application is a huge pain in the ***, but once the base coat is on, its a breeze after that and regular maintenance is a breeze also. Just my 2 cents.
Safety Car
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I find that after trying several brands that Zaino gave me the best shine and durability. If you follow the directions to the T, it works great. The initial application is a huge pain in the ***, but once the base coat is on, its a breeze after that and regular maintenance is a breeze also. Just my 2 cents.
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Have used most waxes and most of the high quality are real good. I have settled on Liquid Glass for ease of application, shine and slick finish so dirt is easier to wash off. I usually just drive through a brushless car wash and dry the car and it looks great. I do hand wash occasionally when I have time and the energy :-) If I really want to look good put a coat of carnauba wax over the synthetic Liquid Glass for a deep shine.
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have used most waxes and most of the high quality are real good. I have settled on liquid glass for ease of application, shine and slick finish so dirt is easier to wash off. I usually just drive through a brushless car wash and dry the car and it looks great. I do hand wash occasionally when i have time and the energy :-) if i really want to look good put a coat of carnauba wax over the synthetic liquid glass for a deep shine.
Detail turtle wax and dry ....
HAVE TRIED ALL OF THEM ...THE TWO ABOVE ARE FAST ..EASY ..AND SHINE !
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If you want to take the guess work out of it, use Glen e's method he mentioned and the products he suggests.
I didn't know where to start, so I just bought the products he suggest in his "doc 2 the master plan.pdf".
You'll hear 100 different opinions but sometimes a newbie (like I am/was) needs a list of what to buy and a procedure to follow to start with. Glen has provided that and it works well.
I didn't know where to start, so I just bought the products he suggest in his "doc 2 the master plan.pdf".
You'll hear 100 different opinions but sometimes a newbie (like I am/was) needs a list of what to buy and a procedure to follow to start with. Glen has provided that and it works well.
Pro
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From: Mattawan MI
Good luck trying to reach a consensus regarding any "single" brand in this, or any other, auto forum. Virtually everyone has their own "tried and true" favorite, lol !!
My favorite is "Collinite" - Marque D’Elegance (#915.) It's about $35.00 for small "tub," and is simply terrific for "sheen," and just as importantly, longevity.
Have been using with success on a number of different cars for years !!
Good luck on your search for the right product !!
Gary
My favorite is "Collinite" - Marque D’Elegance (#915.) It's about $35.00 for small "tub," and is simply terrific for "sheen," and just as importantly, longevity.
Have been using with success on a number of different cars for years !!
Good luck on your search for the right product
!!Gary
Last edited by beamg5; Oct 10, 2015 at 05:34 PM. Reason: Typo
Racer
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From: omaha ne
If you want to take the guess work out of it, use Glen e's method he mentioned and the products he suggests.
I didn't know where to start, so I just bought the products he suggest in his "doc 2 the master plan.pdf".
You'll hear 100 different opinions but sometimes a newbie (like I am/was) needs a list of what to buy and a procedure to follow to start with. Glen has provided that and it works well.
I didn't know where to start, so I just bought the products he suggest in his "doc 2 the master plan.pdf".
You'll hear 100 different opinions but sometimes a newbie (like I am/was) needs a list of what to buy and a procedure to follow to start with. Glen has provided that and it works well.
Racer
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From: Carlsbad Ca
Rejex
Everyone has an opinion...so here's mine.
I began using Rejex in 2006 on my C6. It seemed to last forever through many washes and retained an amazing gloss. Easy to use.
I think it can only be purchased online. 16oz bottle.
I began using Rejex in 2006 on my C6. It seemed to last forever through many washes and retained an amazing gloss. Easy to use.
I think it can only be purchased online. 16oz bottle.
Team Owner
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Glen e covers it pretty good in his response. It really is about preparing the surface, then applying your choice of wax, sealant or coating. My most recent favorite and go to product is Liquid Glass.
Safety Car
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There is no "best wax"......if they are from a major mfr, the they all are good. It's more about procedure than product.a good procedure is.
Wash
Clay
Wash
Polish
Seal or wax.
Rinseless wash to maintain
If you are the type that reads (so many that call me will not read to learn)
Download an "a-z everttything you need to know procedure" here:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/acxkaf44c...VlC5djtQa?dl=0
But if you are just content to wash and wax, these are great ones:
Zaino seal
Adams machine sealant
Blackfire wet diamond
Megiures NXT 2.0
Pinnicle souveran
Rejex
Nu-finish
Wash
Clay
Wash
Polish
Seal or wax.
Rinseless wash to maintain
If you are the type that reads (so many that call me will not read to learn)
Download an "a-z everttything you need to know procedure" here:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/acxkaf44c...VlC5djtQa?dl=0
But if you are just content to wash and wax, these are great ones:
Zaino seal
Adams machine sealant
Blackfire wet diamond
Megiures NXT 2.0
Pinnicle souveran
Rejex
Nu-finish
Le Mans Master
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From: Hagerstown MD
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Ask 10 people and you will likely get 10 different opinions on car "wax". Another set of products worth considering is Klasse All in One followed by Klasse Sealant. Finish needs to be prepped first.
Safety Car
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From: Cary NC
Glen e's papers are must reads. Take the time in the beginning to do it right and reap the rewards later on. I would just add that your choice of sealant or wax in the final step might depend a bit on the color of your car. Colors like Blade Silver and Black, for instance, are very different in their response to deep shine as well as different in showing dust. I've had several silver and white Corvettes and chose to use Rejex for ease of application, but I might have used something with a deeper, less "plasticky" shine if my car was a darker color.
One other consideration is durabilty -- or how frequently you want to wax. Opticoat lasts a couple years, Rejex and similar last 6-8 months. Waxes don't survive long, particularly if you wash the car often.
Last edited by CaryBob; Oct 11, 2015 at 11:55 AM.