Wax preference for Adams users - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

dave7378 · 03-12-2010, 11:14 PM

Do you prefer the americana wax or the buttery wax? Is one better than the other or easier to apply? Thanks

Junkman2008 · 03-13-2010, 03:55 AM

The difference between the two is the type of wax they are, how long they last and their application. The Buttery Wax does not last nearly as long as the Americana. With the Buttery Wax, you apply it, allow it to dry and then wipe it off. With the Americana, you basically wipe it on and wipe it off (about two panels at a time). The Americana is also a carnuba paste wax which is a much harder coat of protection. A jar of Americana will last you a significantly longer amount of time that the Buttery Wax as you won't be applying it no where near as often.

I'm an Americana fan because of the reasons I listed above. A jar of that stuff will last me for years.

garcmol · 03-13-2010, 09:50 AM

In a rush - Buttery is great

Have time - Americana.....

Nothing pops more than the Americana IMO!

dave7378 · 03-13-2010, 10:23 AM

Cool, received the Junkman TPC kit yesterday but the Americana is backordered, so I will have to wait a couple more days to make her shine. Great videos btw.

Xmicro_SS · 03-13-2010, 10:40 AM

I have never tried the Americana, but I will now. The buttery wax is excellent and lasts a full year for me, but my car is garaged and covered so I am not a good gauge if you store the car outdoors.

Junkman2008 · 03-13-2010, 01:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by garcmol

In a rush - Buttery is great

Have time - Americana.....

Nothing pops more than the Americana IMO!

Since you don't have to wait for the Americana to dry, it is actually the faster to apply.

2LTRS · 03-13-2010, 01:53 PM

I like both waxes, but like AJ said, they are inherently different. I love the buttery for a quick protection before a storm or bad weather week. But the Americana is second to none in terms of durability and shine - I have quite a few different carnuaba waxes on my shelf including other expensive brands like pinnacle souveran, p21s, and wolfgang fuzion - IMHO americana will outshine/protect better than all of them, and for the most part it's not as expensive.

03-12-2010, 11:14 PM	#1
dave7378 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS RS IBM L99 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 124	Wax preference for Adams users Do you prefer the americana wax or the buttery wax? Is one better than the other or easier to apply? Thanks

03-13-2010, 03:55 AM	#2
Junkman2008 "Detailing Devil Dog" Drives: 2001 Corvette Coupe Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 2,730	The difference between the two is the type of wax they are, how long they last and their application. The Buttery Wax does not last nearly as long as the Americana. With the Buttery Wax, you apply it, allow it to dry and then wipe it off. With the Americana, you basically wipe it on and wipe it off (about two panels at a time). The Americana is also a carnuba paste wax which is a much harder coat of protection. A jar of Americana will last you a significantly longer amount of time that the Buttery Wax as you won't be applying it no where near as often. I'm an Americana fan because of the reasons I listed above. A jar of that stuff will last me for years. __________________ "Marines - Making the other guy die for his country for over 200 years."

03-13-2010, 09:50 AM	#3
garcmol Drives: 10 1LT SIM; 91 B4C sleeper Z Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Ft. Mitchell, Alabama Posts: 7,198	In a rush - Buttery is great Have time - Americana..... Nothing pops more than the Americana IMO! __________________ Pedders Pace Car Package, Injen CAI, Flowmaster AT, AAC Lighting, ZL1 fascia/skirts, RKSport Ram Air hood, vented fenders, painted stripes (Gary's Customz), Honor and Valor badged (Thank you, John)

03-13-2010, 10:40 AM	#5
Xmicro_SS Thank You GM Drives: Sky Redline & Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 2,876	I have never tried the Americana, but I will now. The buttery wax is excellent and lasts a full year for me, but my car is garaged and covered so I am not a good gauge if you store the car outdoors. __________________ ITS HERE! : 2010 Camaro 2SS / 6 Speed Manual (No other way) / Silver Ice Metallic / Inferno Orange Interior Accent / RS Package / Polished Wheels / SOLO MACH X CAT BACK

03-13-2010, 01:53 PM	#7
2LTRS Detailing Connoisseur Drives: 2010 Rally Yellow 2LT RS Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Lakewood, ca Posts: 1,131	I like both waxes, but like AJ said, they are inherently different. I love the buttery for a quick protection before a storm or bad weather week. But the Americana is second to none in terms of durability and shine - I have quite a few different carnuaba waxes on my shelf including other expensive brands like pinnacle souveran, p21s, and wolfgang fuzion - IMHO americana will outshine/protect better than all of them, and for the most part it's not as expensive. __________________

03-13-2010, 10:23 AM	#4
dave7378 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS RS IBM L99 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 124	Cool, received the Junkman TPC kit yesterday but the Americana is backordered, so I will have to wait a couple more days to make her shine. Great videos btw.

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