Car wax, what brand do you use?
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I really figured that the results would be more narrow than this. I am really interested in trying Rejex myself. It used to be very popular here a couple of years ago and I have found lots of people who say for the little amount of work to put it on it doesnt compare to any others...
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As previously mentioned you want to use a combo that compliments one another.
For a wax I would choose S100 = P21 the Klasse AIO is great also.
You think these are a lot of different recommendations then read up on autopia.
For a wax I would choose S100 = P21 the Klasse AIO is great also.
You think these are a lot of different recommendations then read up on autopia.
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Thanks for all the input. It really seems the favored product depends on what part of the world you live in. Here in New England in the good old U.S. of A. I have decided to stay with Meguiar's products, specifically their new NXT Generation Tech Wax 2.0 - a synthetic wax, no powery residue when taken off, protects against UV damage, deep wet-look shine. I'm going to give it a try. The rep I spoke to said I won't need to use a polish on my light colored Titanium Silver paint, only suggested a polish for dark colors. Thanks again for the input.
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Originally Posted by quattro' post='850790' date='Apr 18 2009, 03:43 AM
Thanks for all the input. It really seems the favored product depends on what part of the world you live in. Here in New England in the good old U.S. of A. I have decided to stay with Meguiar's products, specifically their new NXT Generation Tech Wax 2.0 - a synthetic wax, no powery residue when taken off, protects against UV damage, deep wet-look shine. I'm going to give it a try. The rep I spoke to said I won't need to use a polish on my light colored Titanium Silver paint, only suggested a polish for dark colors. Thanks again for the input.
And i think people will agree with me, who says silver car wont need to polish?
Silver might be not as easy to show the swirls as in the black/dark coloured car, but it definitely need to polish!!
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I agree with Keith, a silver car, or any color, will benefit from a polish. In addition to removing swirl marks and scratches polishing the car removes oxidation and contaminants the clay doesn't get.
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Originally Posted by keith84_uk' post='850824' date='Apr 18 2009, 03:25 PM
Sorry mate, just want to share, i have heard the NXT wax will not last long, but you if you dont mind re-waxing your car every month or so, go for it. Good wax in reasonable price
Yup, I'm not that happy with NXT, the previous one (part of the 1-2-3 steps) last much longer.
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I'm happy with the NXT wax. And in between waxes you can use Ultimate Quick Detailer and Ultimate Quick Wax to keep the great look last longer.
I do agree though with what others have already said: You probably need to prep the surface before applying wax. At least clay and clean. Meguiar's have the smooth clay kit that contains the clay, quick detailer and cleaner wax. I've never used the cleaner wax but maybe give it a try if you want to stay with Meguiar's products.
I do agree though with what others have already said: You probably need to prep the surface before applying wax. At least clay and clean. Meguiar's have the smooth clay kit that contains the clay, quick detailer and cleaner wax. I've never used the cleaner wax but maybe give it a try if you want to stay with Meguiar's products.
Originally Posted by quattro' post='850790' date='Apr 18 2009, 04:43 AM
Thanks for all the input. It really seems the favored product depends on what part of the world you live in. Here in New England in the good old U.S. of A. I have decided to stay with Meguiar's products, specifically their new NXT Generation Tech Wax 2.0 - a synthetic wax, no powery residue when taken off, protects against UV damage, deep wet-look shine. I'm going to give it a try. The rep I spoke to said I won't need to use a polish on my light colored Titanium Silver paint, only suggested a polish for dark colors. Thanks again for the input.
