Which spray wax to go with?
#1
Burning Brakes
Thread Starter
Which spray wax to go with?
Pinnacle Souveran Liquid Spray Wax or Wolfgang Fuzion Spray Wax. To set my decision in place, I am a believer in product continuity. but open to what works best with a cross product giving me the "WOW" factor on the finish results. I will be using Pinnacle Signature Series II Carnauba Paste Wax. I have used this before and it gave me the results I were expecting. However, there lies within my question now, which spray wax to use? I am leaning towards Wolfgang Fuzion, but I had wonderful results with the pinnacle spray wax. With that, just seeking your thoughts and opinions. Thanks..... Yeah, yeah , yeah, I know, why change from what has worked? Well, how else does one learn what works and not without experiencing with other methods or products, seeking that factor you are looking for the most ultimate finish one is looking for. Just my 2 cents.
#2
Le Mans Master
If you are happy with the Pinnacle paste wax (excellent choice), my vote is to just use the Pinnacle Souveran Liquid Spray Wax. I would highly doubt you would notice any difference in appearance if you chose the Wolfgang Fuzion. Spray waxes just don't make that much of an improvement in what your polishing and base wax or sealant is already providing. Since the correction/polishing stage is what gives you 90% (probably more) of your shine and depth, the remaining 10% (if even that) is due to your protection products. Most of that 10% will be from a good paste product with a high polymer and/or carnauba content. So, very little additional "pop" is due to a spray wax. I have tried many different brands in hopes of finding that one spray wax that really adds the "wow" factor, but they just all provide the same results to me. I have yet to really notice any better appearance improvement that one spray wax made versus that of any another spray wax. With that in mind, my spray wax selection is now based on: 1) ease of application, 2) flash time, 3) lack of streaking/hazing, 4) cost.
I currently have all these carnauba-based spray waxes in my arsenal. All of them work with whichever base paste or liquid/cream protection I use (currently Jescar Power Lock sealant topped with Griot's "Best Of Show" paste wax):
Sonax "High Speed Wax"
Sonus "Carnauba Spritz"
McKee's 37 "Fast Wax"
Griot's Garage "Best Of Show"
Optimum Polymer Technologies "Car Wax"
303 Aerospace "Spray Wax"
Jax Wax "Hawaiian Shine"
Chemical Guys "Blazin' Banana"
So, yeah, if I had to choose between the Pinnacle and the Wolfgang, I would choose the Pinnacle.
And, at $30 per 16oz for the Pinnacle and $40 per 16oz for the Wolfgang (ouch), they both better work miracles!
I currently have all these carnauba-based spray waxes in my arsenal. All of them work with whichever base paste or liquid/cream protection I use (currently Jescar Power Lock sealant topped with Griot's "Best Of Show" paste wax):
Sonax "High Speed Wax"
Sonus "Carnauba Spritz"
McKee's 37 "Fast Wax"
Griot's Garage "Best Of Show"
Optimum Polymer Technologies "Car Wax"
303 Aerospace "Spray Wax"
Jax Wax "Hawaiian Shine"
Chemical Guys "Blazin' Banana"
So, yeah, if I had to choose between the Pinnacle and the Wolfgang, I would choose the Pinnacle.
And, at $30 per 16oz for the Pinnacle and $40 per 16oz for the Wolfgang (ouch), they both better work miracles!
#3
Burning Brakes
Thread Starter
If you are happy with the Pinnacle paste wax (excellent choice), my vote is to just use the Pinnacle Souveran Liquid Spray Wax. I would highly doubt you would notice any difference in appearance if you chose the Wolfgang Fuzion. Spray waxes just don't make that much of an improvement in what your polishing and base wax or sealant is already providing. Since the correction/polishing stage is what gives you 90% (probably more) of your shine and depth, the remaining 10% (if even that) is due to your protection products. Most of that 10% will be from a good paste product with a high polymer and/or carnauba content. So, very little additional "pop" is due to a spray wax. I have tried many different brands in hopes of finding that one spray wax that really adds the "wow" factor, but they just all provide the same results to me. I have yet to really notice any better appearance improvement that one spray wax made versus that of any another spray wax. With that in mind, my spray wax selection is now based on: 1) ease of application, 2) flash time, 3) lack of streaking/hazing, 4) cost.
I currently have all these carnauba-based spray waxes in my arsenal. All of them work with whichever base paste or liquid/cream protection I use (currently Jescar Power Lock sealant topped with Griot's "Best Of Show" paste wax):
Sonax "High Speed Wax"
Sonus "Carnauba Spritz"
McKee's 37 "Fast Wax"
Griot's Garage "Best Of Show"
Optimum Polymer Technologies "Car Wax"
303 Aerospace "Spray Wax"
Jax Wax "Hawaiian Shine"
Chemical Guys "Blazin' Banana"
So, yeah, if I had to choose between the Pinnacle and the Wolfgang, I would choose the Pinnacle.
And, at $30 per 16oz for the Pinnacle and $40 per 16oz for the Wolfgang (ouch), they both better work miracles!
I currently have all these carnauba-based spray waxes in my arsenal. All of them work with whichever base paste or liquid/cream protection I use (currently Jescar Power Lock sealant topped with Griot's "Best Of Show" paste wax):
Sonax "High Speed Wax"
Sonus "Carnauba Spritz"
McKee's 37 "Fast Wax"
Griot's Garage "Best Of Show"
Optimum Polymer Technologies "Car Wax"
303 Aerospace "Spray Wax"
Jax Wax "Hawaiian Shine"
Chemical Guys "Blazin' Banana"
So, yeah, if I had to choose between the Pinnacle and the Wolfgang, I would choose the Pinnacle.
And, at $30 per 16oz for the Pinnacle and $40 per 16oz for the Wolfgang (ouch), they both better work miracles!
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#6
Le Mans Master
Meg's "Ultimate Fast Finish" is a synthetic sealant, not a wax. It works pretty well for what it is.
#7
I have used most all and I've found that The Best of Show Wax from Griot's Garage out performs the rest. Very easy to use, super gloss and slickness, great hydrophobic properties and lasts the longest. I gave away all the other bottles I had of spray wax. This stuff is awesome.
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#8
Le Mans Master
I have used most all and I've found that The Best of Show Wax from Griot's Garage out performs the rest. Very easy to use, super gloss and slickness, great hydrophobic properties and lasts the longest. I gave away all the other bottles I had of spray wax. This stuff is awesome.
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#9
Le Mans Master
From Griot's..... If Best of Show Spray Wax was applied in direct sunlight or onto a hot panel it can sometimes be difficult to achieve a streak free finish because of the rich, high polymer nature of the formula. For best results always apply to a cool panel out of direct sunlight.
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#10
Le Mans Master
ok, all spray waxes are high in(synthetic material) polymers.
From Griot's..... If Best of Show Spray Wax was applied in direct sunlight or onto a hot panel it can sometimes be difficult to achieve a streak free finish because of the rich, high polymer nature of the formula. For best results always apply to a cool panel out of direct sunlight.
Of course, liquid spray waxes contain synthetic polymers. Even paste waxes do. What is your point? This thread is about spray wax. Not spray sealant. Ultimate Fast Finish does not contain wax. It is a sealant. All the spray waxes we are discussing do. Because, well... wax. LOL Again, Ultimate Fast Finish is a great synthetic spray product. I use it on my daily driver as a topper after my base sealant applications.
Also from Griot's: "Best of Show Spray Wax doesn't just add the retina-shattering gloss we all lust after, it leaves behind premium carnauba wax protection."
Also from Griot's: "Best of Show Spray Wax doesn't just add the retina-shattering gloss we all lust after, it leaves behind premium carnauba wax protection."
#11
Le Mans Master
Of course, liquid spray waxes contain synthetic polymers. Even paste waxes do. What is your point? This thread is about spray wax. Not spray sealant. Ultimate Fast Finish does not contain wax. It is a sealant. All the spray waxes we are discussing do. Because, well... wax. LOL Again, Ultimate Fast Finish is a great synthetic spray product. I use it on my daily driver as a topper after my base sealant applications.
Also from Griot's: "Best of Show Spray Wax doesn't just add the retina-shattering gloss we all lust after, it leaves behind premium carnauba wax protection."
Also from Griot's: "Best of Show Spray Wax doesn't just add the retina-shattering gloss we all lust after, it leaves behind premium carnauba wax protection."
#12
Le Mans Master
#13
Instructor
I used the Griots Best of Show spray wax this morning and it is great! A little goes a long long way. Mist it on, wipe off and lightly buff by hand with a microfiber towel. The next time I buff I will use the best of show liquid wax. Griots makes some great products. Tim
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#16
Le Mans Master
My Corvette is worth the extra $7 to buy a better spray wax from Griot's. Nothing "boutique" about premium detailing products that actually out-perform the cheap stuff.
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#17
Instructor
i agree with you! I use to use Simoniz paste wax with a Waxcoa buffer 45 years ago and thought that was great. It also took all day to do my car too. Turtle wax is a good product but these new waxes are far superior to anything I use to use. I really like Griots and love the product support that they offer too! In the end you have to use what you have confidence in . For me, I like having fun in my garage with Griot’s Garage! Lol Tim
#18
Le Mans Master
i agree with you! I use to use Simoniz paste wax with a Waxcoa buffer 45 years ago and thought that was great. It also took all day to do my car too. Turtle wax is a good product but these new waxes are far superior to anything I use to use. I really like Griots and love the product support that they offer too! In the end you have to use what you have confidence in . For me, I like having fun in my garage with Griot’s Garage! Lol
#20
Le Mans Master
And just "saying" Griot's and others are merely "boutique" products doesn't make them so. Oops.
I have actually used the Turtle Wax Express Shine. And, yes, the Griot's "Best Of Show" spray wax is a much better product. I found that it had higher lubricity, it flashed much faster, it was less streaky when applied in humidity, and I was able to use less product to cover the entire car. Hell, even the spray head on the Griot's bottle is better. All their spray heads blast a very fine mist. That atomization surely helps to reduce the amount of product used.
Please tell us about your personal experience with the Griot's, and why nobody needs to spend the extra $7 on it. Thanks.
I have actually used the Turtle Wax Express Shine. And, yes, the Griot's "Best Of Show" spray wax is a much better product. I found that it had higher lubricity, it flashed much faster, it was less streaky when applied in humidity, and I was able to use less product to cover the entire car. Hell, even the spray head on the Griot's bottle is better. All their spray heads blast a very fine mist. That atomization surely helps to reduce the amount of product used.
Please tell us about your personal experience with the Griot's, and why nobody needs to spend the extra $7 on it. Thanks.