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ron10 · 02-15-2010, 12:29 AM

guys,i have read most all of the threads on wax,polish,clay bars,detailers and washing soaps.it is my conclusion,that which ever product you use,if you do it right,you will have a beautiful car.

Junkman2008 · 02-15-2010, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by ron10

guys,i have read most all of the threads on wax,polish,clay bars,detailers and washing soaps.it is my conclusion,that which ever product you use,if you do it right,you will have a beautiful car.

That's pretty much what I have said all along, however, it does take some experience with your product of choice to master that product's shine potential. If you were given a NASCAR that was 20Mph faster than any other car in the Daytona 500, you would most likely come in dead last. Experience, it makes a difference. That's why following the manufacture's instructions to the letter is so important..

Trailbreaker77 · 07-15-2010, 10:34 AM

After reading this thread I am going to try the Turtle Wax ICE and then follow it up with a polish. Still on the fence if I should use it on my stripes though.

Adam's Polishes · 07-15-2010, 10:37 AM

Nice post dig, but polish comes in the middle of the detailing process, not last.

Trailbreaker77 · 07-15-2010, 10:51 AM

Why would you polish before you wax? Seems to me polishing should be the last step.

oachalon · 07-15-2010, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Trailbreaker77

Why would you polish before you wax? Seems to me polishing should be the last step.

Polish is used to correct the paint and fix hazing, swirls, etc. Wax is for protectant. The protectant is always the last to be put on.

Trailbreaker77 · 07-15-2010, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by oachalon

Polish is used to correct the paint and fix hazing, swirls, etc. Wax is for protectant. The protectant is always the last to be put on.

OK thanks for the help.

Adam's Polishes · 07-15-2010, 01:03 PM

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Originally Posted by oachalon

Polish is used to correct the paint and fix hazing, swirls, etc. Wax is for protectant. The protectant is always the last to be put on.

Yep, if you polish after you wax you are essentially removing the wax from the surface thru mild abrasion.

Burnt_RS · 07-15-2010, 06:08 PM

NuFinish is the only wax allowed to touch my Camaro. I use it on all my cars/boats/snowmobile/etc

Junkman2008 · 07-15-2010, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Burnt_RS

NuFinish is the only wax allowed to touch my Camaro. I use it on all my cars/boats/snowmobile/etc

You have got to be joking, right?

Adam's Polishes · 07-15-2010, 07:19 PM

Hey... it is the "ONCE A YEAR CAR POLISH"

Junkman2008 · 07-15-2010, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Dylan@Adams

Hey... it is the "ONCE A YEAR CAR POLISH"

Adam's Polishes · 07-15-2010, 08:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Junkman2008

C'mon... lets just ignore the fact they're calling it a "polish" in the same breath they talk about how it keeps the car protected... you know... cuz thats what polishes do right? Protect your finish.

Angelo@Autopia · 07-16-2010, 02:47 PM

Synthetic or man-made, "waxes" are called paint sealants. Made with state-of-the-art, engineered, polymers, the best sealants create a sizzling, bright shine that grabs your attention. Sealants are the exact opposite of carnauba waxes having a very high surface adhesion with a low surface tension. This means sealants can last up to 6 months or more and have a slippery finish which sheets water to minimize water spots. Sealants are highly resistant to detergent washings and are typically easy to apply either by hand or machine.

On the minus side, some sealants have been criticized for producing a sterile shine, lacking in emotion, depth and wetness although the newer, German, sealants come very close to mimicking carnauba's darkness and liquidity. Sealants are less forgiving on poor paint finishes, tending to high light or amplify swirls, spots and paint imperfections.

Carnauba car waxes have certainly withstood the test of time having been around over 100 years and are still favored by many car enthusiasts and show car owners. The best carnauba waxes create a deeper, darker, richer, "wet-looking" shine that compliments black, red and dark color finishes. Carnauba waxes tend to hide some minor swirls and paint imperfections and bead water on the surface.

On the minus side, carnauba waxes tend to last from 30 to 90 days ( Collinite Waxes last up to 180 days ) and may create chalky-white residues which stain trim moldings. Carnauba waxes have low surface adhesion which means even mild detergents will remove them and a high surface tension which makes the finish more prone to water spots.

07-15-2010, 10:34 AM	#115
Trailbreaker77 Drives: 2010 Transformers Edition Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Maryland Posts: 678	After reading this thread I am going to try the Turtle Wax ICE and then follow it up with a polish. Still on the fence if I should use it on my stripes though. __________________

07-15-2010, 10:51 AM	#117
Trailbreaker77 Drives: 2010 Transformers Edition Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Maryland Posts: 678	Why would you polish before you wax? Seems to me polishing should be the last step. __________________

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ron10 Drives: 2010 2SS IOM L99 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: LOUISVILLE,KY.. Posts: 7,545	guys,i have read most all of the threads on wax,polish,clay bars,detailers and washing soaps.it is my conclusion,that which ever product you use,if you do it right,you will have a beautiful car.

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Adam's Polishes Drives: The shiny ones. Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: In the detail shop! Posts: 5,979	Hey... it is the "ONCE A YEAR CAR POLISH"

07-16-2010, 02:47 PM	#126
Angelo@Autopia Drives: 2014 Ford Focus ST Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Tampa Bay Posts: 939	Synthetic or man-made, "waxes" are called paint sealants. Made with state-of-the-art, engineered, polymers, the best sealants create a sizzling, bright shine that grabs your attention. Sealants are the exact opposite of carnauba waxes having a very high surface adhesion with a low surface tension. This means sealants can last up to 6 months or more and have a slippery finish which sheets water to minimize water spots. Sealants are highly resistant to detergent washings and are typically easy to apply either by hand or machine. On the minus side, some sealants have been criticized for producing a sterile shine, lacking in emotion, depth and wetness although the newer, German, sealants come very close to mimicking carnauba's darkness and liquidity. Sealants are less forgiving on poor paint finishes, tending to high light or amplify swirls, spots and paint imperfections. Carnauba car waxes have certainly withstood the test of time having been around over 100 years and are still favored by many car enthusiasts and show car owners. The best carnauba waxes create a deeper, darker, richer, "wet-looking" shine that compliments black, red and dark color finishes. Carnauba waxes tend to hide some minor swirls and paint imperfections and bead water on the surface. On the minus side, carnauba waxes tend to last from 30 to 90 days ( Collinite Waxes last up to 180 days ) and may create chalky-white residues which stain trim moldings. Carnauba waxes have low surface adhesion which means even mild detergents will remove them and a high surface tension which makes the finish more prone to water spots.