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dunno if there is such a best as it depends a lot on your aim and what state the paint is in now. Don't confuse a polish with a wax....or sealant though as they are all different
personally, I go for the low maintenance long lasting approach and have had the car detailed and polymer sealed twice in the 6 years Ive had it ...then just use the quick detail spray a couple of times a year in between. All from gtechniq
others will have their own preferences....
personally, I go for the low maintenance long lasting approach and have had the car detailed and polymer sealed twice in the 6 years Ive had it ...then just use the quick detail spray a couple of times a year in between. All from gtechniq
others will have their own preferences....
As bogie says are you sure it is just wax you are after?
The stages for the best results are;
Wash off ALL the stuff that is on their to get back to bare paint
Clay bar it to remove surface crap (insects, sap etc)
Paint correction as required, best done by a professional for best results
A glaze/filler to get the wet look
A sealant to seal it in
A wax to add depth and protect the above
There are products out there that do the last 3 stages in one
When I CBA I use Meguiars NXT Tech Wax as I can smear a thin film all over the car even if it is still damp then polish it off
The full monty works best though
I did mine Oct 11 after I got it from the factory it still looks the same now after a quick wash
I might redo it this winter
The stages for the best results are;
Wash off ALL the stuff that is on their to get back to bare paint
Clay bar it to remove surface crap (insects, sap etc)
Paint correction as required, best done by a professional for best results
A glaze/filler to get the wet look
A sealant to seal it in
A wax to add depth and protect the above
There are products out there that do the last 3 stages in one
When I CBA I use Meguiars NXT Tech Wax as I can smear a thin film all over the car even if it is still damp then polish it off
The full monty works best though
I did mine Oct 11 after I got it from the factory it still looks the same now after a quick wash
I might redo it this winter
Edited by mikey k on Saturday 10th August 06:33
In my opinion, Swissvax best of show is better than concours, but as has already been said, you need to have it machine polished to get the best start. The biggest difference you can make to the look of a car is to have it machine polished, even from new. I've done far too many new cars that have needed at least 2 days polishing spent on them. I'm beginning to think the final inspection guys must have all come down with hay fever or something!
Most of what mikey said is true, but you can only apply a glaze under one of the cheaper sealant, as the proper ones (modesta bc-05, gtechniq, 22PLE) need a bare surface to adhere too.
In answer to your question, first get the car detailed, then decide if you want a long term sealant which will give a slightly different look to a wax or wait until your concours has run out and then get best of show.
If you can stretch to it, you can always try one of the higher end waxes or even have the sealant applied and then wax over the top.
I probably independently detail more Astons than any other Detailer in the uk, so I know what looks good and works best. If you want any advice, just drop me an email.
Francis
Most of what mikey said is true, but you can only apply a glaze under one of the cheaper sealant, as the proper ones (modesta bc-05, gtechniq, 22PLE) need a bare surface to adhere too.
In answer to your question, first get the car detailed, then decide if you want a long term sealant which will give a slightly different look to a wax or wait until your concours has run out and then get best of show.
If you can stretch to it, you can always try one of the higher end waxes or even have the sealant applied and then wax over the top.
I probably independently detail more Astons than any other Detailer in the uk, so I know what looks good and works best. If you want any advice, just drop me an email.
Francis
paddy328 said:
In my opinion, Swissvax best of show is better than concours, but as has already been said, you need to have it machine polished to get the best start. The biggest difference you can make to the look of a car is to have it machine polished, even from new. I've done far too many new cars that have needed at least 2 days polishing spent on them. I'm beginning to think the final inspection guys must have all come down with hay fever or something!
Most of what mikey said is true, but you can only apply a glaze under one of the cheaper sealant, as the proper ones (modesta bc-05, gtechniq, 22PLE) need a bare surface to adhere too.
In answer to your question, first get the car detailed, then decide if you want a long term sealant which will give a slightly different look to a wax or wait until your concours has run out and then get best of show.
If you can stretch to it, you can always try one of the higher end waxes or even have the sealant applied and then wax over the top.
I probably independently detail more Astons than any other Detailer in the uk, so I know what looks good and works best. If you want any advice, just drop me an email.
Francis
What's the difference in look between the sealant and wax you mentioned?Most of what mikey said is true, but you can only apply a glaze under one of the cheaper sealant, as the proper ones (modesta bc-05, gtechniq, 22PLE) need a bare surface to adhere too.
In answer to your question, first get the car detailed, then decide if you want a long term sealant which will give a slightly different look to a wax or wait until your concours has run out and then get best of show.
If you can stretch to it, you can always try one of the higher end waxes or even have the sealant applied and then wax over the top.
I probably independently detail more Astons than any other Detailer in the uk, so I know what looks good and works best. If you want any advice, just drop me an email.
Francis
kevindbs said:
I regularly use zymol concours wax
I have been informed at the carfestnorth show that there are better waxes now in the market eg maguires etc
what's the best polish guys?? quantum silver coloured car
I use Zymol glazes too. To me there is something not right in using products that claim to 'chemically bond' to the surface and use 'nanotechnology' n sI have been informed at the carfestnorth show that there are better waxes now in the market eg maguires etc
what's the best polish guys?? quantum silver coloured car
t. I know all glazes contain a mixture of stuff, but at least Zymol focus on the white carnauba, which I understand. My cars currently wear a mix of Zymol Royale and Atlantique. As said, prep is key though.I use Swissvax Crystal Rock and I find it works very well. I did as paddy suggested though, took it from the dealer fourcourt to be detailed the next day (Swissvax in North yorkshire).. Once they had worked magic on the substandard AM prepared paintwork the difference was awesome! I now just keep it maintained with a good washing process and the occasional top up of wax.
Bought some of the mcguires nxt 2.0 and tried it tonight, bit difficult to get off unless you let it dry properly (simple solution for that though....) but am really pleased with the result :-) good at hiding few light scratches I had without even trying to. Been watching YouTube on how to 'properly' wash the car and makes me reluctant to go back to the Polish again now I appreciate how the swirl marks can be caused with poor practises etc :-/
Have had my last 5 cars detailed with Swissvax at PDI stage before dealer is allowed to get carried away. Just a quick snow foam and a rinse to keep her looking good between fortnightly details is all that's needed. Quick detailer and m'fibre always carried in boot for bird poo or suicid bees; they wipe off very easily. Do the groundwork properly and it's a breeze after that.
V8LM said:
I use Zymol glazes too. To me there is something not right in using products that claim to 'chemically bond' to the surface and use 'nanotechnology' n st. I know all glazes contain a mixture of stuff, but at least Zymol focus on the white carnauba, which I understand. My cars currently wear a mix of Zymol Royale and Atlantique. As said, prep is key though.
In spite of the hype 'white carnauba' does not exist. In powder form Prime yellow type 1 looks white but once melted it is pale yellow. It's main use in powder form is for polishing sweets or tablets. A huge myth has grown up around Carnauba to justify the ridiculous premium on it.t. I know all glazes contain a mixture of stuff, but at least Zymol focus on the white carnauba, which I understand. My cars currently wear a mix of Zymol Royale and Atlantique. As said, prep is key though.lady topaz said:
In spite of the hype 'white carnauba' does not exist. In powder form Prime yellow type 1 looks white but once melted it is pale yellow. It's main use in powder form is for polishing sweets or tablets. A huge myth has grown up around Carnauba to justify the ridiculous premium on it.
And Tony would know 
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