which wax do you use?

[abbyzdad]

I tryed the Meguires 3 step system this week, cleaner, polish and wax. Gotta say is works great. Cleaned up all the tiny spider web scratches (even the scratches from cats jumping on and off). It also gives a deep appearance to the finish. All three steps took about 2 1/2 hours, but well worth it.
I also put some rain-x on the chrome part of the front bumper--makes it alot easier to get the bugs off
Any one have any other detailing tips to share?

brian

 

[Guest]

Detailing

I've tried different items. I tend to like 3M imperial hand glaze for dark paints. Especially if the paint is "dirty" or has swirl marks (a real &*%#@ to get out). I follow this with 1 grand Blitz wax. Easy on, easy off. If the paint just looks a little weathered..I don't use glaze. I will use P21S paintwork cleanser or similar products. Kinda like a toned down version of a glaze. As always, wax at the end. 3M also makes a great tire and rubber treatment. Vinylex for plastic and vinyl. Lexol products for leather cleaner and conditioner. Make sure everything that touches the paint is 100% cotton.
www.carcareonline.com is a great reference link.
Happy detailing

 

[smo0othride]

I use the Black Turtle Wax. It surprisingly took off some tree sap that I had on my roof. Since the wax is black, it doesn't leave white marks on the black trim either.

 

[Guest]

I use Zaino on all my vehicles.

 

[BikeRider]

I'm with you abbyzdad, I use only Meguiars.

 

[daveplot]

I haven't used anything yet (only had the truck 2 months), but am about to buy Zaino.

 

[abbyzdad]

dave
i've heard good stuff about Zaino, but haven't tried it yet. some say the shine is even better than meguires. let us know your experiences with it. also have heard of a product called Adams that is supposed to give great shine and protection. anyone used Adams yet?
side note--i hit mine with meguires quick detailer after washing yesterday and noticed that dust doesn't seem to stick to the finish as bad.


brian

 

[Guest]

Try the Zaino.
You'll be happy.
Go with the ZFX additive.
Great shine.
Great protection.
Great stuff.

 

[bnvus]

ZAINO! All my vehicles are Black and well...if you ever owned Black vehicles let me tell you they are a b@#*h to wax. Especially this tank. But damn does it look good when you get done.

 

[exceldetail]

Four Star Ultimate Paint Protection.....