Waxing with matte black stripes

[Xmicro_SS]

Most detail sprays are fine. As long as they do not contain any carnuba / wax.

Silicone or teflon sprays also work OK.

[Sapper1]

Originally Posted by Moose

Robbie,

A friend of mine has the matt black stripes on his 5th Gen. - I had also talked to him about Zaino, which he was familiar with. I saw his car recently at a show, where he mentioned Zainoing the stripes. They looked great.

If you're going to try polishing them, I'd suggest testing it out on the back stripes first, polishing in the direction of the stripes, and doing it on a small, inconspicuous spot first.

Ed

I believe that to be me i used Zaino CS (Clear Seal), it has been on for about a month now no issues what so ever. in fact I believe that it helpw with water spots that do not appear now on them. I have two coats about 2 weeks apart on them. I will be putting a coat of Z-5 pro on this weekend. I doubt I will use this on the stripes as the CS works great!

[promod55]

I use adams polish on all my cars including my new camaro.Try adams buttery wax it will not hurt the stripes at all.Mine has the rs and the hockey stick stripes and they look better than when they were put on.

[BLACK10]

don't wax them, just use a detail spray on them

[SlowSS]

Okay, so for matte black stripes use a detailer spray that does not contain any wax in it, right??

[CamaroFTW]

Originally Posted by promod55

I use adams polish on all my cars including my new camaro.Try adams buttery wax it will not hurt the stripes at all.Mine has the rs and the hockey stick stripes and they look better than when they were put on.

I use the Adams detail spray and then follow with the buttery wax like you. Works great and looks very nice but not too shiny.

[GMteSSted]

I use the Adams Clear Polish on my matte stripes. I thought I read somewhere, can't find it right now, that real wax and sealers are actually bad for the vinyl and will cause it to dry, fade and peel?? I may not be correct but don't want to take any chances. Obviously how long the actual exposure to the sun is on a daily basis will have big enfluence. Maybe someone can better explain or clarify this....

[h2oplay]

Originally Posted by BLACK10

don't wax them, just use a detail spray on them

Ditto....... doing anything else, they won't be matte black for long

[CamaroDreams07]

Personally, I wouldn't wax them. I would mask off the edges, if you get the edge of the tape just barely over the edge of the stripe, you won't be missing much of the paint.

If you insist on waxing them, I've heard people have had success with things like Adam's Clear, Turtle Wax ICE, and Rejex. You should be fine as long as you're not using a Carnuaba paste or anything containing carnuaba. Use more of a synthetic sealant.

[ron10]

i use turtle wax ICE.does a fantastic job.i use the polish,you can use it on vinyl,rubber,plastic and leaves no white residue.

[RedJewel2SS]

Adam's clear polish FTW!

[spyderbuddy]

I use Mequires NXT liquid Wax. No problems with the stripes

[jbp-ohio]

I used Eagle One NanoWax on my wifes Charger (with matte stripes) for over 4 years, never any problems with the stripes.......

[rtcat600man]

I have been using this on my matte black stripes since April. This stuff cleans them to perfection. Puts a coat of protection on stripes.

The back of the bottle says: Gently cleans all plastics without scratching. Leaves a lustrous shine that resists fogging. Repels dust and eliminates static. Protect against smudges and scratching.

Suggested Uses: Plastic windows & windshields, autos, boats, planes, motorcycles, stereos, TV's computers, appliances, auto interiors, vinyl surfaces, chrome bath accessories, fiberglass, marble, all industrial & household plastic.