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BRUSKI · 05-31-2013, 02:35 PM

Little off topic, I know there are some Harley guys (gals also) that have a Denim black bike and want to know if you wax you bike and if so with what? I have been on the Harley forums and not much about cleaning them on there. I have a mess of Adams stuff and just not tried to totally wax it yet, just wondering what some might use on it.

thanks in advanced

Glen e · 05-31-2013, 02:38 PM

make google your friend:

http://abclocal.go.com/kabc/story?se...ips&id=8770554

ihaveacamaro · 05-31-2013, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Glen e

make google your friend:

http://abclocal.go.com/kabc/story?se...ips&id=8770554

Ouch, I don't think that's fair buddy. People come here asking for help instead of google.

CamaroDreams07 · 05-31-2013, 02:57 PM

Most matte paint is clearcoated, so you can use most waxes and sealants just fine on it.

As always, if you have ANY doubt, test a small section first before you go hog (pun intended) wild.

BRUSKI · 05-31-2013, 03:07 PM

I did try a small spot on the front fender and it looked good for a couple of weeks then it hazed up.

CamaroDreams07 · 05-31-2013, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by BRUSKI

I did try a small spot on the front fender and it looked good for a couple of weeks then it hazed up.

Using a wax or a sealant?

Jeffm · 05-31-2013, 03:57 PM

I use only sealant on my matte black wheels

CamaroDreams07 · 05-31-2013, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeffm

I use only sealant on my matte black wheels

That's what I'm thinking. Sometimes nuba stains matte surfaces.

BRUSKI · 05-31-2013, 04:06 PM

Meguiars Deep Crystal Carnauba Wax is what I used.

CamaroDreams07 · 05-31-2013, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by BRUSKI

Meguiars Deep Crystal Carnauba Wax is what I used.

I bet that's your problem, for the same reason you don't want to use Carnauba on matte stripes, it's probably the same on your paint job.

Try a synthetic sealant. If you're shopping locally you should be able to find Meg's NXT 2.0. It's good stuff.

Of course, try a test spot as well, but I think you'll be ok with that.

Glen e · 05-31-2013, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by ihaveacamaro

Ouch, I don't think that's fair buddy. People come here asking for help instead of google.

why? no bash intended....I always Google every question I have...and I also come here....there are 1000 answers to the same question........

BRUSKI · 05-31-2013, 04:29 PM

Thanks, will try something synthetic. I just happened to have the wax laying around. Trying to use better products so will do some ordering. Thanks again.

CamaroDreams07 · 05-31-2013, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by BRUSKI

Thanks, will try something synthetic. I just happened to have the wax laying around. Trying to use better products so will do some ordering. Thanks again.

Keep us posted. Good luck bud and sweet bike. Looks evil

LikaRokBowTie · 06-01-2013, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by BRUSKI

Little off topic, I know there are some Harley guys (gals also) that have a Denim black bike and want to know if you wax you bike and if so with what? I have been on the Harley forums and not much about cleaning them on there. I have a mess of Adams stuff and just not tried to totally wax it yet, just wondering what some might use on it.

thanks in advanced

Nice bike,and is that a BRAT in the backround like an 85 or so

05-31-2013, 02:35 PM	#1
BRUSKI Drives: 2ss rs 1le Join Date: May 2013 Location: SC Posts: 133	Matte Black paint (denim black) cleaning and waxing Little off topic, I know there are some Harley guys (gals also) that have a Denim black bike and want to know if you wax you bike and if so with what? I have been on the Harley forums and not much about cleaning them on there. I have a mess of Adams stuff and just not tried to totally wax it yet, just wondering what some might use on it. thanks in advanced Last edited by BRUSKI; 05-31-2013 at 03:08 PM.

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CamaroDreams07 Drives: Slow V6 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: East Lansing, MI Posts: 9,361 View My Garage	Most matte paint is clearcoated, so you can use most waxes and sealants just fine on it. As always, if you have ANY doubt, test a small section first before you go hog (pun intended) wild. __________________ [B]

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Jeffm ICANHAZ Drives: 2013 CRT 1SS/RS Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Skiatook, Ok Posts: 983 View My Garage	I use only sealant on my matte black wheels __________________ http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=254430 Build Thread

05-31-2013, 03:07 PM	#5
BRUSKI Drives: 2ss rs 1le Join Date: May 2013 Location: SC Posts: 133	I did try a small spot on the front fender and it looked good for a couple of weeks then it hazed up.

05-31-2013, 04:06 PM	#9
BRUSKI Drives: 2ss rs 1le Join Date: May 2013 Location: SC Posts: 133	Meguiars Deep Crystal Carnauba Wax is what I used.

05-31-2013, 04:29 PM	#12
BRUSKI Drives: 2ss rs 1le Join Date: May 2013 Location: SC Posts: 133	Thanks, will try something synthetic. I just happened to have the wax laying around. Trying to use better products so will do some ordering. Thanks again.