Best car wax to use
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Demand Perfection....ReJex Rocks! One coat...easy on, easy off.
Used on everything, clearcoat, glass inside & out, chrome, calipers, Nav screen.
If its good enough for Airliners, Its good enough for BlueJet
oops................................. Sorry about the shine
Used on everything, clearcoat, glass inside & out, chrome, calipers, Nav screen.
If its good enough for Airliners, Its good enough for BlueJet
oops................................. Sorry about the shine
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Originally Posted by Bill's ZO6
What is the best car wax to use on the Z06's? I have had my Z06 for about 9 months and I have tried three different brands. I garage my car and it hasn't been in rain yet. i am looking for the deepest shine possible. It is a Daytona Sunset Orange Z06. Thanks for your help.
What's the best ? What ever you feel is the best.
If you asked me this question 5 years ago I would have said Mothers, 3 years ago I would have answered Meguiars, this year I would answer Zaino. It all depends on your needs and your habits. Some guys like waxing every few weeks so a carnauba fits their needs better. Some of us like the looks of a carnauba but don't want to apply it as often so we picked a sealant.
It's just a matter of personal preference.
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Quote: Holy, schmoly. I could go the rest of my life without ever hearing this question again.
Best wax or Sealant:
Is there a best? In my opinion- No! While its true many of the chemicals used in the formulation of car care products are the same (or at least very similar) Having used a variety of different products I can tell one from another and field testing shows that not all have the durability either, some simply out perform others in many categories and react differently when applied to different paint types, colours, or varied paint surface conditions.
There is no one product that can produce all of the properties for an optically perfect shine, however; for high surface gloss and surface reflectance-a polymer sealant, which also provides durability. Detailing enthusiasts consider shine as only one attribute of a protective wax or sealant. They are equally concerned with; ease of application, resistance to abrasion, atmospheric contamination and weathering.
a) For depth of shine and clarity-(shine; is more dependant on the paints condition then the prep) a Carnauba wax (also provides a sacrificial and easily renewable barrier against airborne contaminants.
b) For an optically perfect shine- for long term durability and protection apply a polymer sealant (Zaino Z2PRO™ + ZFX™ Flash Cure Accelerator Additive) to a carefully prepared level, clean paint surface and add a Carnauba wax or Zaino Z-8™ Grand Finale Spray Seal as a (LSP) last step product.
c) The aesthetics of a vehicle appearance is very subjective to say the least, the only best wax or sealant that really matters is what looks 'best' to you.
d) It really is all dependants upon; 85% preparation, 5% product, 7% application method and the balance is in the ‘guy’ of the beholder. (A detailer’s skill level is also extremely important)
Ultimately the best wax or sealant will prove to be the one that best meets its user's objectives.
Best wax or Sealant:
Is there a best? In my opinion- No! While its true many of the chemicals used in the formulation of car care products are the same (or at least very similar) Having used a variety of different products I can tell one from another and field testing shows that not all have the durability either, some simply out perform others in many categories and react differently when applied to different paint types, colours, or varied paint surface conditions.
There is no one product that can produce all of the properties for an optically perfect shine, however; for high surface gloss and surface reflectance-a polymer sealant, which also provides durability. Detailing enthusiasts consider shine as only one attribute of a protective wax or sealant. They are equally concerned with; ease of application, resistance to abrasion, atmospheric contamination and weathering.
a) For depth of shine and clarity-(shine; is more dependant on the paints condition then the prep) a Carnauba wax (also provides a sacrificial and easily renewable barrier against airborne contaminants.
b) For an optically perfect shine- for long term durability and protection apply a polymer sealant (Zaino Z2PRO™ + ZFX™ Flash Cure Accelerator Additive) to a carefully prepared level, clean paint surface and add a Carnauba wax or Zaino Z-8™ Grand Finale Spray Seal as a (LSP) last step product.
c) The aesthetics of a vehicle appearance is very subjective to say the least, the only best wax or sealant that really matters is what looks 'best' to you.
d) It really is all dependants upon; 85% preparation, 5% product, 7% application method and the balance is in the ‘guy’ of the beholder. (A detailer’s skill level is also extremely important)
Ultimately the best wax or sealant will prove to be the one that best meets its user's objectives.
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Originally Posted by Guitarstar
Demand Perfection....ReJex Rocks! One coat...easy on, easy off.
Used on everything, clearcoat, glass inside & out, chrome, calipers, Nav screen.
If its good enough for Airliners, Its good enough for BlueJet
Used on everything, clearcoat, glass inside & out, chrome, calipers, Nav screen.
If its good enough for Airliners, Its good enough for BlueJet
Is that just plain Rejex or is it Rejex layered on top of the Zymol carnauba ?
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Originally Posted by NORTY
I only use REJEX on my DSOM Z06. The 2nd coat really made it wet!
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I love Zaino...
I love Zaino! It seems more complicated than it is... It took a whole weekend, but used their whole system and love it... I simply put gloss enhancer on after each wash which takes about an extra 10 mins.
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