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I've used all of them and for the best all around finish/ durability that is my suggestion.
I've used all of them and for the best all around finish/ durability that is my suggestion.
Safety Car
Joined: Nov 2005
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From: W MI
Whatever wax or sealant you use, get the prep right.
Go join autopia.org. Wax is just icing on the cake for looks and is your protection from the elements, there you'll learn the core detailing processes needed to make your car pop.
Go join autopia.org. Wax is just icing on the cake for looks and is your protection from the elements, there you'll learn the core detailing processes needed to make your car pop.
Drifting
Joined: Apr 2005
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From: St. Louis, Mo......... 1993 Torch Red w/White Interior...2006-07 Bloomington Gold 2005-ZR1/C4 Gathering, 2001-2012 Funfest
I was Meguiars user. Still will use the Cleaner wax and polishes..
But as far as my wax, I just moved over to Pinnacle Souveran. Little pricey, but an unbelievable shine...
Rik
But as far as my wax, I just moved over to Pinnacle Souveran. Little pricey, but an unbelievable shine...
Rik
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Melting Slicks
Joined: Aug 1999
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From: Whidbey Island Washington
I havn't used wax based (carnuba, etc) for the past 15 years. I prefer the acrylic type sealant products because of their ease of appplication and no white residue around emblems etc. One problem however; my supplier who also sold his products to many show motorcycle owners, aircraft owners and even some famous TV personalities for their collection, closed his business.
In the past few months I read someplace on CF that Chemical Guys sells a product like Adams at a fraction of the cost and it is very similar to their products and sounded like the products I had been getting from my old company???
Have any of you ever heard of or used these Chemical Guys products:
WFS PURE ACRYLIC CRYSTALINE HIGH GLOSS SEALANT -Protection System (Anti-Static), or
WET MIRROR FINISH ULTRA SLICK NON-STICK GLOSS MAGNIFIER-Mirror Perfect Reflections, or
Blitz Acrylic Spray Sealant (Superior Sealant & Wax Booster)
Thanks in advance for the help; I hope the answer to my question will also be helpful to "tankman"
In the past few months I read someplace on CF that Chemical Guys sells a product like Adams at a fraction of the cost and it is very similar to their products and sounded like the products I had been getting from my old company???
Have any of you ever heard of or used these Chemical Guys products:
WFS PURE ACRYLIC CRYSTALINE HIGH GLOSS SEALANT -Protection System (Anti-Static), or
WET MIRROR FINISH ULTRA SLICK NON-STICK GLOSS MAGNIFIER-Mirror Perfect Reflections, or
Blitz Acrylic Spray Sealant (Superior Sealant & Wax Booster)
Thanks in advance for the help; I hope the answer to my question will also be helpful to "tankman"
Safety Car
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 3,651
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From: Apple Valley MN
I just polished mine last weekend with Menzerna Super Intensive Polish and finished with a coat of Griot's Best of Show wax:
http://bradprestonmusic.com/Photos/96Vette/DSCN1100.JPG
I've tried Zaino, but haven't had much luck with it - for some reason it always turns out blotchy and cloudy for me. The Griot's seems like a good wax, but it is a lot of work to wipe down. I may give the Pinnacle Souveran a try, sounds like it is much easier to work with.
http://bradprestonmusic.com/Photos/96Vette/DSCN1100.JPG
I've tried Zaino, but haven't had much luck with it - for some reason it always turns out blotchy and cloudy for me. The Griot's seems like a good wax, but it is a lot of work to wipe down. I may give the Pinnacle Souveran a try, sounds like it is much easier to work with.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Aug 1999
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From: Whidbey Island Washington
My dislike of wax based products is partly because everytime someome touches the surface on a warm day the palmprint shows in the wax. This WILL NOT happen with non wax based polishes and sealants
Team Owner
Joined: Aug 2004
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From: Sussex,Wi
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Instructor
Joined: Sep 2007
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From: Abilene Texas
Pro
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 655
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From: Rio Vista ca.
I only use Zaino products. They have a complete system that includes a non detergent car wash, clay bar, non wax based polishes, and gloss enhancer spray. They also make a one step polish that I haven't tried. I've got too much money invested in the other stuff. 