Quality Waxes

[GTiRlover]

Hello guys, I'm after a bit of advice surrounding a good wax to use. Has anybody any experience of using the Autoglym Aqua car wax? The reason I ask is because I am a fan of Autoglym products and at the moment Halfords are selling 3 Autoglym products for the price of two across the range.

Any help is appreciated

[Auto finesse]

To be fair Aqua wax is more of a spray on top up wax rather than a all out bling protection wax, have alook for there HD wax (its not in Hfords yet) but the small motorfactors will sell it, an as far as a wax goes its pretty dam good IMO

[CostieSR20]

Dodo Juice....

[belleair302]

Chemical Guys Pete's 50/50 wax, or Collinite 905. Durable, cost effective and if layered adds real depth to the shine.

[TheDetailDoctor]

Another vote for Dodo Juice, it's my default wax unless a customer asks otherwise.

[360 detailing]

TheDetailDoctor said:

Another vote for Dodo Juice, it's my default wax unless a customer asks otherwise.

Same here, can't fault it!

[evolutionvalet]

Alistair,

To be honest, if you want to stick to AG stuff then the Halfords deal is a no brainer.

However, as mentioned there are other products out there that will give better results albeit a it more expensive.

I have Dodo juice and Collinite in my arsenal. Most of the regular clients opt for Collinite. I tend to use 476S Super Doublecoat and then top up regularly with Collinite Insulator Wax if needed.

HTH

[AndyMI16]

AG products are good and underrated but remember that there's no substitute for good preparation at the end of the day. Autogylm's HD wax is worth a look (£20-odd on ebay AFAIK) but as others have said, there are some good alternatives out there.

[Wigeon Incognito]

evolutionvalet said:

Most of the regular clients opt for Collinite. I tend to use 476S Super Doublecoat and then top up regularly with Collinite Insulator Wax if needed.

That's exactly what I switched to after doing some research and I'm very very impressed with the results.

I was using Autoglym's Extra Gloss Protection but the Collinite beats it both for finish and longevity.

I did some research then spent quite a bit on lots of equipment and products from Clean Your Car and haven't regretted it for a moment. The high quality products (not necessarily expensive) really have made a difference.

[GTiRlover]

Dodo juice seems to be a popular choice. I'll try that out and let you know the results... Furthering my original question can anybody recommend a good place to buy applicator pads or similar items to apply polish and wax that doesn't mark the paintwork in any way?

Thanks

[TheDetailDoctor]

www.cleanyoucar.co.uk

[Wigeon Incognito]

TheDetailDoctor said:

www.cleanyourcar.co.uk

EFA, I added an 'r'.

I second the above though; fantastic prices, products, and service.

When I made an order earlier in the week I also noticed fot he first time that you get 'points' with each order that you can redeem as money off future orders. They seem to mount up fairly quickly too.

Edited by Wigeon Incognito on Monday 22 September 15:09

[David911RSR]

Wigeon Incognito said:

TheDetailDoctor said:

www.cleanyourcar.co.uk

EFA, I added an 'r'.

I second the above though; fantastic prices, products, and service.

When I made an order earlier in the week I also noticed fot he first time that you get 'points' with each order that you can redeem as money off future orders. They seem to mount up fairly quickly too.

Edited by Wigeon Incognito on Monday 22 September 15:09

I've used these guys for a while and found their service very good. Another vote for Colinite

[waxaholic]

i have used cyc for a while now, they get the thumbs up from me.
+ another vote for cyc

[GTiRlover]

Thanks a lot for the advice guys! I have a feeling my car will be looking like new very soon;)

[P17_GTA]

Aqua Wax is superb stuff, easy to use and gives a good finish, but as has been said its just a drying aid / top up wax really.
You can buy it cheaper in bulk at around £30 for 5 litres called Express Wax, but the 500ml pack with 2 microfibres is good to try it out.

[Greendubber]

David911RSR said:

Wigeon Incognito said:

TheDetailDoctor said:

www.cleanyourcar.co.uk

EFA, I added an 'r'.

I second the above though; fantastic prices, products, and service.

When I made an order earlier in the week I also noticed fot he first time that you get 'points' with each order that you can redeem as money off future orders. They seem to mount up fairly quickly too.

Edited by Wigeon Incognito on Monday 22 September 15:09

I've used these guys for a while and found their service very good. Another vote for Colinite

Me too, excellent service and good prices. Colinite lasts ages too with good beading etc. I usually stick a couple of layers on with a quick mist of water when buffing in between coats. After every wash I give it a quick going over with a spray of final finish and it looks great.

[Justin S]

I have just got some AG HD wax and can say it has made a big difference to swirls and marks and gloss depth to my Lotus and Honda estate hack.I bought it from E-bay as 2 local AG dealers had not even heard about it. Comes with applicator pads and a microfibre towel.All for £24. The people at work saw the car the day I got it and after the polishing was done and couldn't believe the difference in colour and depth.I haven't tried any other wax products currently and with the finish it is, probably won't.

[GTiRlover]

Thanks for the replies guys. The Autoglym HD wax seems to be getting a few more votes now so I'm swaying again between the Dodo Juice and HD wax.

My paintwork is 17 years old now and whilst not perfect it is in very good condition for its age. Obviously with the old stone chip on the bonnet and not quite the original fresh from the factory deep shine but I try to keep on top of it. Has anybody any experience with either Dodo Juice or Autoglym HD wax that can advise on the best for my car?

Thanks again

[Wigeon Incognito]

If your paint is 17 years old, it'll certainly be due a clay and polish by now before waxing.

I spent some time on one of my 17 year old cars last week (the 944) and after clay, polish, and waxing with Collinite 476S it looks superb!

The clay made a staggering difference.