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xshortd · 02-04-2010, 07:22 AM

how often do you guys wax your car? also what do you do AFTER you wax your car?

Thanks!

kellyjrt · 02-04-2010, 07:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xshortd

how often do you guys wax your car? also what do you do AFTER you wax your car?

Thanks!

As often as I can.
I look at it!

ljustin293 · 02-04-2010, 07:52 AM

I use Zaino and try to get at least one coat on as much as I can, in between I use Zaino's car wash.

xshortd · 02-04-2010, 08:06 AM

it seems like alot of people like Zaino's, well tell you the truth im not sure if im going to have time to wax alot, therefore how bout after a wash those spray on waxes? Opinions?

Scott@Bjorn3D · 02-04-2010, 08:07 AM

I wax about every other month during the summer but it is a long haul during the winter. But so far the Meguires Spray Ultimate spray wax is still beadding and we have had tons of rain down here in Alabama.

Moose · 02-04-2010, 09:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xshortd

it seems like alot of people like Zaino's, well tell you the truth im not sure if im going to have time to wax alot, therefore how bout after a wash those spray on waxes? Opinions?

You live in an area not far from me - I say that because the conditions are similar, and I can tell you based on experience.

(NOT that anyone else's opinions are inaccurate!

)

Assuming your car is a "daily driver", at the minimum, you'll want to give it a good coat of wax once every 6 months. (More if possible)

As for those "spray on waxes" at car washes....avoid, avoid, avoid.

In addition to a good coat of wax once every 6 months, you can apply "quick detailer" spray after washings, between coats of wax, which will offer some protection as well.

ED

Ant32894 · 02-04-2010, 10:29 AM

I use the Armorall Wash and Wax soap, and then I dry off my car, and wax it up with the Rain-X wax. Its cheap, and gets the job done!

xshortd · 02-04-2010, 10:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Moose

You live in an area not far from me - I say that because the conditions are similar, and I can tell you based on experience.

(NOT that anyone else's opinions are inaccurate!

)

Assuming your car is a "daily driver", at the minimum, you'll want to give it a good coat of wax once every 6 months. (More if possible)

As for those "spray on waxes" at car washes....avoid, avoid, avoid.

In addition to a good coat of wax once every 6 months, you can apply "quick detailer" spray after washings, between coats of wax, which will offer some protection as well.

ED

Yes it is a daliy driver, good points. One thing i dont think i would bring it to a car wash, what i was refering to when i said they spray on wax (sorry for the misunderstanding) was those that you can buy at like autozone (like the turtlewax spray on wax) i was wondering what you guys thought about that.

Moose · 02-04-2010, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xshortd

Yes it is a daliy driver, good points. One thing i dont think i would bring it to a car wash, what i was refering to when i said they spray on wax (sorry for the misunderstanding) was those that you can buy at like autozone (like the turtlewax spray on wax) i was wondering what you guys thought about that.

While you're at the store buying the soap, look at either Meguires or Mothers "quick detailing sprays"...they'll give you sufficient protection between waxings.

xshortd · 02-04-2010, 10:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Moose

While you're at the store buying the soap, look at either Meguires or Mothers "quick detailing sprays"...they'll give you sufficient protection between waxings.

so that would replace that quick wax spray system?

promod55 · 02-04-2010, 11:04 AM

The only thing i found with the meguiers is it will build up and begin to smear.But that is only at car shows when you are trying to keep them nice.

kellyjrt · 02-04-2010, 11:19 AM

CHECK OUT "SHOWROOMFX.COM" THEY'VE GOT WAX AND EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO CLEAN WAX AND PROTECT. EVERY BIT AS GOOD AS ZAINO OR MOTHERS OR MEGUIRES, BUT COST ALOT LESS. AND YOU GET PERSONAL ATTENTION FOR WHATEVER YOUR NEEDS ARE...
IN BAD WEATHER AREAS i WOULD WAX AT LEAST EVERY MONTH...KEEP THE PROTECTION ON.

rmnc3r · 02-04-2010, 11:47 AM

I'm not sure how applicable, but do you older folks remember the old commercial for Pledge(?) saying that the furniture was waxed 500 times?...

...I found out much later through Woodworking experience that 'WAX' does not
stick to itself, so putting on coat after coat is pointless.

This research was on natural waxes, but I assume that it would apply to the new synthetic super waxes as well.

SO, once a good coat of wax is applied and if it is not removed by washing, how often IS really necessary and effective?

I'm curious to know how UV degradation of the wax comes into play and if spray detailer has UV Inhibitors that help retard the UV degradation of the wax (and paint).

I only wax after a thorough wash, but I do use a California Duster and Spray Detailer near daily.

Spass Machen!
RixRad

maximus7969 · 02-04-2010, 12:58 PM

wax on wax off

02-04-2010, 07:22 AM	#1
xshortd Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT Rally Yellow Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: New Jersey Posts: 287	how often to wax??? how often do you guys wax your car? also what do you do AFTER you wax your car? Thanks!

02-04-2010, 10:29 AM	#7
Ant32894 Youjellybra? Drives: 95 3.4l V6 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Shirley, NY Posts: 875	I use the Armorall Wash and Wax soap, and then I dry off my car, and wax it up with the Rain-X wax. Its cheap, and gets the job done! __________________ Animated Gif not allowed

02-04-2010, 11:19 AM	#12
kellyjrt Drives: 2010 CAMARO ABM 2LT Join Date: May 2009 Location: wylie texas Posts: 419	CHECK OUT "SHOWROOMFX.COM" THEY'VE GOT WAX AND EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO CLEAN WAX AND PROTECT. EVERY BIT AS GOOD AS ZAINO OR MOTHERS OR MEGUIRES, BUT COST ALOT LESS. AND YOU GET PERSONAL ATTENTION FOR WHATEVER YOUR NEEDS ARE... IN BAD WEATHER AREAS i WOULD WAX AT LEAST EVERY MONTH...KEEP THE PROTECTION ON. __________________

02-04-2010, 12:58 PM	#14
maximus7969 Account Suspended Drives: 2010 Camaro 2ss/sim Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Mcallen,tx Posts: 219	wax on wax off Attached Images

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promod55 Drives: 2010 camaro rs/ss 67 camaro Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: joppa Md Posts: 249 View My Garage	The only thing i found with the meguiers is it will build up and begin to smear.But that is only at car shows when you are trying to keep them nice.

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