"Zip Wax" & windows
Discussion
Hi all,
I've been using Zip Wax to clean my Monaro regularly over the last few months, which seems to do a reasonable job of getting/keeping the metallic silver paintwork clean. However, I've noticed that a film (looks like droplets of water) of has built up on the windows, presumably due to the waxy part of the Zip Wax and maybe through not drying the windows properly. Regular Halfords car window cleaner doesn't seem to shift it.
So, I have a couple of questions then:
1) What should I use to clean the windows?
2) Is Zip Wax a bad idea? Should I be using separate wash/wax instead, or would you recommend something specific for metallic silver paintwork?
Any advice appreciated.
I've been using Zip Wax to clean my Monaro regularly over the last few months, which seems to do a reasonable job of getting/keeping the metallic silver paintwork clean. However, I've noticed that a film (looks like droplets of water) of has built up on the windows, presumably due to the waxy part of the Zip Wax and maybe through not drying the windows properly. Regular Halfords car window cleaner doesn't seem to shift it.
So, I have a couple of questions then:
1) What should I use to clean the windows?
2) Is Zip Wax a bad idea? Should I be using separate wash/wax instead, or would you recommend something specific for metallic silver paintwork?
Any advice appreciated.
Zip wax shouldn't be used on glass really... the wax residue could cause visibility issues. Certainly keep it away from the windscreen.
To strip it off, you'll need a very strong detergent, solvent or glass polish. Try the Autoglym glass polish - not the spray, but the abrasive powdery stuff. A clay bar could also help.
Zip wax is fine for a shampoo, but it is just 'an OK allrounder'. I have some myself and it does alright, but it will never be the best in gloss, cleaning or protection. Single stage products never are. But it is fine, so if you are happy with the results, don't bother changing to something else. Just keep it off the glass.
The silver metallic angle makes little difference - silver shows dirt less easy but clearcoat is clearcoat. If you wanted to spend more time on the job for better results:
1) soak wheels in wheel cleaner
2) rinse car, two bucket wash of car from top down with clean wash mitt, rinse and pat dry with microfibre
3) soak bugs and tar spots in requisite cleaners
4) rinse bugs and wash and rinse wheels
5) clay car, inc windows
6) apply polish to bodywork, and glass polish to windows; dress trim, tyres etc
7) apply glaze to bodywork
8) apply two coats of wax or sealant to bodywork, apply wheel and glass sealants
Then just wash with a maintenance (wax friendly) shampoo for the next 2-5 months or until protection diminishes (you'll be able to tell... the water won't run off it as easily etc). Then, when the protection has gone, repeat 1-8 to 'recharge' the finish and protection
To strip it off, you'll need a very strong detergent, solvent or glass polish. Try the Autoglym glass polish - not the spray, but the abrasive powdery stuff. A clay bar could also help.
Zip wax is fine for a shampoo, but it is just 'an OK allrounder'. I have some myself and it does alright, but it will never be the best in gloss, cleaning or protection. Single stage products never are. But it is fine, so if you are happy with the results, don't bother changing to something else. Just keep it off the glass.
The silver metallic angle makes little difference - silver shows dirt less easy but clearcoat is clearcoat. If you wanted to spend more time on the job for better results:
1) soak wheels in wheel cleaner
2) rinse car, two bucket wash of car from top down with clean wash mitt, rinse and pat dry with microfibre
3) soak bugs and tar spots in requisite cleaners
4) rinse bugs and wash and rinse wheels
5) clay car, inc windows
6) apply polish to bodywork, and glass polish to windows; dress trim, tyres etc
7) apply glaze to bodywork
8) apply two coats of wax or sealant to bodywork, apply wheel and glass sealants
Then just wash with a maintenance (wax friendly) shampoo for the next 2-5 months or until protection diminishes (you'll be able to tell... the water won't run off it as easily etc). Then, when the protection has gone, repeat 1-8 to 'recharge' the finish and protection
Dom is spot on as usuall , if you was waxing the windows to try to make them beed like waxed paint then you need to use carlack glass cleaner and sealent !
look at the bottom of the video to see the product in action !
http://kdskeltec.co.uk/glass_plastic.phtml
look at the bottom of the video to see the product in action !
http://kdskeltec.co.uk/glass_plastic.phtml
Edited by kds keltec on Sunday 14th December 19:32
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