Wax.

[silvertitan7]

What is everybodys favorite type of wax?
I like to use Meguires NXT Paste wax.

[The_Homewrecker]

I use the Turtle Wax ICE. I think thats what its called. Works really good for me.

[RIDER]

I use Turtle Wax ICE Liquid Polish and Mother's Caranuba Cleaner Wax.

[jestep]

meg nxt gen wax liquid type.

[jestep]

I use Turtle Wax ICE Liquid Polish and Mother's Caranuba Cleaner Wax.


hey Rider, a guy at work tried that suff and to me it looked like it was really oilily if that's a word.. it never hazed and stayed wet. is that normal for that wax?

[GreenHulk]

I use I C E wax you can put it on in the shade or direct sunshine and they have a cleaner and soap no residew left on the truck easy and they have the touch up spray for the front helps keep the bugs from sticking

[RIDER]

I use Turtle Wax ICE Liquid Polish and Mother's Caranuba Cleaner Wax.


hey Rider, a guy at work tried that suff and to me it looked like it was really oilily if that's a word.. it never hazed and stayed wet. is that normal for that wax?


Which one? The Turtle Wax or Mothers?

[tlmaniac]

i didnt like the ice wax it dosent last that long. i like the meguires gold class liquid wax it lasts about 2 weeks for me since i wash mine twice a week. the ice wax they say you can pt it on the plastc stuff and it started turning the cowl piece white so now i have to put forever black on it every time i wash the truck now.

[BKW]

i didnt like the ice wax it dosent last that long. i like the meguires gold class liquid wax it lasts about 2 weeks for me since i wash mine twice a week. the ice wax they say you can pt it on the plastc stuff and it started turning the cowl piece white so now i have to put forever black on it every time i wash the truck now.

A clay bar will remove white spots from the plastic cowl and other plastic areas.

Always wax in the shade on cool surfaces.

If you use a poly finish, let it dry for several hours first, then remove it and do it again.

NEVER use a wax containing silicone and NEVER spray silicone near the paint.

Silicone will STRIP OFF the clearcoat!

Everytime you go thru a car wash, you can kiss your wax or poly good bye.

NEVER use dish detergent on any paint.

Not only will it strip off the wax, but it will cause the paint to have a dull dry look.

[T22A80]

I tried the Meguiars NXT paste, Turtle ICE, and Race Glaze.

The Meguiars was ok. The ICE was easy to work with but didnt last long. But I did put it on my black plastic and it made it really shinny and slippery on the running boards! The race glaze was good but didnt hold up.

The latest I'm trying (I did it yesterday) was Liquid Glass. I cleaned the truck then hit it with a clay bar. After I had it all cleaned I used this Liquid Glass stuff. Its extremley smooth and the dust just wipes right off it. I havent see how well it will hold up but a detailer friend of mine swears by it. We'll see I need something to keep my black truck clean!!

[jestep]

I tried the Meguiars NXT paste, Turtle ICE, and Race Glaze.

The Meguiars was ok. The ICE was easy to work with but didnt last long. But I did put it on my black plastic and it made it really shinny and slippery on the running boards! The race glaze was good but didnt hold up.

The latest I'm trying (I did it yesterday) was Liquid Glass. I cleaned the truck then hit it with a clay bar. After I had it all cleaned I used this Liquid Glass stuff. Its extremley smooth and the dust just wipes right off it. I havent see how well it will hold up but a detailer friend of mine swears by it. We'll see I need something to keep my black truck clean!!
who makes the liquid glass??? what kind of clay bar??

[T22A80]

Liquid Glass is the brand.

http://www.liquidglass.com/

I just read the web page and they make a PRE-CLEANER you are supposed to use. I didnt see that at the store or I would have tried that.

I used the "clay magic" it was cheaper than the Miguaris and you didnt have to get all the other crap with it. Overall it seemed to work well. The trick I learned is to wipe off the spray lube before it has a chance to dry.

[jestep]

thanks, i will have to check it out. always willing to try something new if it works...

[T22A80]

I cant say how long it will last since I just did it yesterday but I was told that if you do 2 good coats IE 1 saturday then another on sunday its supposed to be great stuff. The cool thing is it really makes it smooth, the dust just wipes right off it. Also the more layers the better, so I hear... It wasnt cheap but I did 2 coats on the whole truck and still have a lot leftover. Just be sure to get it really clean before you apply it.

[jestep]

ok thanks for the advice.

[Papa_D]

Klasse and Menzerna products are my favorites but NXT is OK as well and it's cheap and available.

[DeepH20]

I use the Meg NXT spray wax... I'm sooooo LAZY!!! Actually, that's only for inbetween the real wax jobs...

[silvertitan7]

Is the really expensive stuff from the enternet really worth it? i mean really?

[BKW]

Is the really expensive stuff from the enternet really worth it? i mean really?

Nope...and it comes off in the car wash just like the cheaper brands.

[silvertitan7]

ok good. Im stickin with my nxt paste wax then!

[Penguin]

I still use NuFinish because it wears like steel... It doesn't have quite the glass-finish shine, but it protects like nothing else!

[BKW]

I still use NuFinish because it wears like steel... It doesn't have quite the glass-finish shine, but it protects like nothing else!

Does the label say it's OK for clear coat?

The stuff was originally promoted for waking up dead paint.

[Penguin]

I still use NuFinish because it wears like steel... It doesn't have quite the glass-finish shine, but it protects like nothing else!

Does the label say it's OK for clear coat?

The stuff was originally promoted for waking up dead paint.




I dunno... To be 100% honest, I haven't kept anything long enough to wax for the past 2 years. :-\

The wife and I have a serious trading problem... 12 new cars/trucks since 2004.

[jestep]

I still use NuFinish because it wears like steel... It doesn't have quite the glass-finish shine, but it protects like nothing else!

Does the label say it's OK for clear coat?

The stuff was originally promoted for waking up dead paint.




I dunno... To be 100% honest, I haven't kept anything long enough to wax for the past 2 years. :-\

The wife and I have a serious trading problem... 12 new cars/trucks since 2004.
i thought i was bad trading every 2-1/2 years. lol when its time for tires there gone..

[Penguin]

Well, it is never our intension to trade so quickly. We just keep buying things we really don't want, then we buy something we like, and screw it up somehow... LOL

[BKW]

The wife and I have a serious trading problem... 12 new cars/trucks since 2004.

That's all?

Since 2004: 2000 Olds, 2004 Saturn Vue, three Titans, a 2006 Maxima, 2005 Murano, 2003 Toyota Sienna, three Studebakers, and four Fords.


Aren't you connected somehow? I seem to recall from CT that you're in the leasing biz.

[T22A80]

The wife and I have a serious trading problem... 12 new cars/trucks since 2004.

That's all?

Since 2004: 2000 Olds, 2004 Saturn Vue, three Titans, a 2006 Maxima, 2005 Murano, 2003 Toyota Sienna, three Studebakers, and four Fords.


Aren't you connected somehow? I seem to recall from CT that you're in the leasing biz.


Yah but come on the only ones on that list that really count are the 5 Nissans... :D

Have you ever tried the Liquid Glass stuff?

[etalian2005]

ok good. Im stickin with my nxt paste wax then!


how hard is it to apply? do you do it by hand or with a machine?

[etalian2005]

I use the Meg NXT spray wax... I'm sooooo LAZY!!! Actually, that's only for inbetween the real wax jobs...


how does the spray wax work for you?

[DF6_Titan]

Meguires NXT Paste wax

[BKW]

Since 2004: 2000 Olds, 2004 Saturn Vue, three Titans, a 2006 Maxima, 2005 Murano, 2003 Toyota Sienna, three Studebakers, and four Fords.

Yah but come on the only ones on that list that really count are the 5 Nissans... :D

I'm a Titan fan...the Murano is my wifes...the rest of my cars are pre 1964, and go UP in value...not down.

[T22A80]

Since 2004: 2000 Olds, 2004 Saturn Vue, three Titans, a 2006 Maxima, 2005 Murano, 2003 Toyota Sienna, three Studebakers, and four Fords.

Yah but come on the only ones on that list that really count are the 5 Nissans... :D

I'm a Titan fan...the Murano is my wifes...the rest of my cars are pre 1964, and go UP in value...not down.




I know man... I was just giving you a hard time....

[BKW]

Since 2004: 2000 Olds, 2004 Saturn Vue, three Titans, a 2006 Maxima, 2005 Murano, 2003 Toyota Sienna, three Studebakers, and four Fords.

Yah but come on the only ones on that list that really count are the 5 Nissans... :D

I'm a Titan fan...the Murano is my wifes...the rest of my cars are pre 1964, and go UP in value...not down.


I know man... I was just giving you a hard time....

See that "cranky" shift name? I got that the first thing when I signed on here...it seems Shailey knows me from another site or two.

Besides cranky, I'm also opinionated, grouchy, cantankerous...and down right miserable.

Other than that, I'm a joy to deal with!

[T22A80]

HAHA ok Bill.... I'll remember that for next time!

[shailey]

Since 2004: 2000 Olds, 2004 Saturn Vue, three Titans, a 2006 Maxima, 2005 Murano, 2003 Toyota Sienna, three Studebakers, and four Fords.

Yah but come on the only ones on that list that really count are the 5 Nissans... :D

I'm a Titan fan...the Murano is my wifes...the rest of my cars are pre 1964, and go UP in value...not down.


I know man... I was just giving you a hard time....

See that "cranky" shift name? I got that the first thing when I signed on here...it seems Shailey knows me from another site or two.

Besides cranky, I'm also opinionated, grouchy, cantankerous...and down right miserable.

Other than that, I'm a joy to deal with!




LOL and this is exactly why I wanted him here. He is great and there is a lot to be said about honesty! LOL

[etalian2005]

Why use paste over liquid?

I was just going to use liquid since i don't have a buffer. And will be doing it all by hand. What do y'all think of the Mothers SynWax? It's a liquid wax. And then using spray wax everytime I wash it since i can "wax as i dry". Or should I just use the Meguiar's NXT liquid wax and then use the Meguiar's quikwax. Thanks folks.

[silvertitan7]

I hand wax and think its easier to use a paste. I dont think you can use a paste with a buffer.

[etalian2005]

actually you can and do. paste is a PITA by hand. that's why i'm thinking about doing liquid wax and just doing wax as i dry the rest of the time just to keep the wax fresh.

plus, i heard paste wax was for older, more oxidized paint.

[JoshInTitan]

I still think the best wax you can buy from your average auto parts store is the blue Zymol. It's a liquid cleaner wax and does a good job. For the average wax, I use this. I have used it numerous times on my own vehicles and customers vehicles. It's an affordable alternative to the expensive stuff. Around $15 for the bottle.

[etalian2005]

I think I have some of that Zymol stuff in my garage. haha. the plastic box it's in is like a tinted brown now. and the stuff is blue on the inside. is that really the best? i find that hard to imagine.

and for applying wax by hand, do you put the liquid on the surface first or do you pour it on your towel first?

[JoshInTitan]

I think I have some of that Zymol stuff in my garage. haha. the plastic box it's in is like a tinted brown now. and the stuff is blue on the inside. is that really the best? i find that hard to imagine.

and for applying wax by hand, do you put the liquid on the surface first or do you pour it on your towel first?


My local parts stores sell a few brands in that same price range, but nothing better. In previous threads, I have suggested the high-end Zymol and Menzerna products... but if you want a good affordable wax, I really like the blue Zymol.

As for the application, I mostly use my Cyclo so I just apply it straight to the pad. Rub it onto the surface gently so it wont make a mess when you turn the buffer on, and you're good to go. If you'll be doing it by hand, pick up a 3-pack of applicator pads for a few bucks... they work much better than a towel. Stick a little wax on the pad and dig in... Use a good microfiber towel to wipe the wax off.

[etalian2005]

I think I have some of that Zymol stuff in my garage. haha. the plastic box it's in is like a tinted brown now. and the stuff is blue on the inside. is that really the best? i find that hard to imagine.

and for applying wax by hand, do you put the liquid on the surface first or do you pour it on your towel first?


My local parts stores sell a few brands in that same price range, but nothing better. In previous threads, I have suggested the high-end Zymol and Menzerna products... but if you want a good affordable wax, I really like the blue Zymol.

As for the application, I mostly use my Cyclo so I just apply it straight to the pad. Rub it onto the surface gently so it wont make a mess when you turn the buffer on, and you're good to go. If you'll be doing it by hand, pick up a 3-pack of applicator pads for a few bucks... they work much better than a towel. Stick a little wax on the pad and dig in... Use a good microfiber towel to wipe the wax off.


OK. thanks for the tips. I bought 7 microfiber towels today for $5.49. Now i just need some applicator pads. thanks for the tip.

[Jdog]

I still use NuFinish because it wears like steel... It doesn't have quite the glass-finish shine, but it protects like nothing else!

Does the label say it's OK for clear coat?
The stuff was originally promoted for waking up dead paint.


Before I got my DA machine I used Nufinish almost exclusively. Its a "polymere" (sp?). It's been fine on all my clearcoats thus far. It's what I use if I want to use a quick one-step product by hand and dont have all day to do a real 3-step meguiars proccess.
http://www.nufinish.com/products_polish.html

[Penguin]

I've always used cheese cloth to remove the wax. Maybe I'll pick up some microfiber doo-hickies

[Jdog]

I've always used cheese cloth to remove the wax. Maybe I'll pick up some microfiber doo-hickies


You know the fancy towells in the bathroom that nobody is supposed to use? I use the old ones when the wife decides they're out of style LOL

[jestep]

micro fiber towels work really good

[T22A80]

I've always used cheese cloth to remove the wax. Maybe I'll pick up some microfiber doo-hickies


You know the fancy towells in the bathroom that nobody is supposed to use? I use the old ones when the wife decides they're out of style LOL


HAHA thats funny!!! :D

[TEXASGIANT]

I am sooo sold on the Turtle Wax Ice line of products. Liquid clay bar, Polish, Wax and quick detailer. For cost, availability and ease of use it cant be beat.
I also use the Mr. clean filter system to wash and the leaf blower before drying
Then use low pressure water and the leaf blower under the hood. Then spray with Superior products Instant shine.
Thats my .02

[Penguin]

^^^ My engine bay didn't look that clean the day I bought it with 3 miles on it... :-\

[jestep]

mine does and so does the undercarriage

[etalian2005]

haha. mine will never look like that again. it didn't look that good when i bought it and since i went mudding, well.... i mean, don't get me wrong, it looks good since i used the black magic engine degreaser and shine, it just isn't clean everywhere. but mehhh...

[jestep]

my kids say i have ocd or whatever its called. i hate finger prints on my doors, dirt on the floor, dust on my dash. pretty sick isnt it

[etalian2005]

wow. have you been tested for OCD. either that, or you have a ridiculous attention to detail ;D

[WhiteNite]

Man this reminds me I have to wash/wax the truck tomorrow morning before the meet. I am going to do the engine as well. I think I may try that Turtle Wax Ice.

[jestep]

wow. have you been tested for OCD. either that, or you have a ridiculous attention to detail ;D
marine corps attention to detail.....

[etalian2005]

that explains a lot.

i got some microfiber applicator pads today. i'll have y'all know that i learned a tip. to reuse your applicator pad it is best to wash it after each use. the easiest way is to put it in HOT water after you're done. and that makes the wax come off super easy.

[jestep]

thanks for the tip

[JoshInTitan]

Lotsa good info here gang!

[jestep]

thanks josh, i still cant believe a dryer sheet works on bugs

[etalian2005]

yea josh, you've been a big help. i was going to wax my truck yesterday, but i checked the weather, rain everyday till next weekend. Ughhh.

[TEXASGIANT]

mine does and so does the undercarriage


My afliction is from the ARMY. How do you do your undercarriage? I hate flippin the truck on the roof it really messes with the wax up there.

[jestep]

lie on your back with a creeper and roll around.. no joke

[TEXASGIANT]

lie on your back with a creeper and roll around.. no joke


One guy said that he sprays solvent/cleaner under it then tosses his oscillating sprinkler under there and lets it run for a while and moves it to another part of the truck untill he gets it all. I bet hot water would be even better.

[etalian2005]

lie on your back with a creeper and roll around.. no joke


One guy said that he sprays solvent/cleaner under it then tosses his oscillating sprinkler under there and lets it run for a while and moves it to another part of the truck untill he gets it all. I bet hot water would be even better.




would that be bad for your truck?

[JoshInTitan]

lie on your back with a creeper and roll around.. no joke


One guy said that he sprays solvent/cleaner under it then tosses his oscillating sprinkler under there and lets it run for a while and moves it to another part of the truck untill he gets it all. I bet hot water would be even better.




would that be bad for your truck?


It's like driving in the rain... and driving through a puddle of solvent/cleaner, lol

[jestep]

thats a pretty neat idea. never thought of that

[etalian2005]

what kind of cleaner would u spray under there?

[jestep]

need to ask Josh, i would think either car wash soap or simple green. but lets ask him he would know.

[ttugrad95]

Can't believe no one has mentioned Zaino. I thought people who recommended it were full of it, but I broke down and got some and its great. Easy to apply once you get past the first prep stage, that was a pain. They have a new all in 1 product too which I haven't tried.

[etalian2005]

Yea, but Zaino is very expensive. I'm not paying that much. I'm cheap. About $15 for a bottle of wax is my limit.

[shailey]

Yea, but Zaino is very expensive. I'm not paying that much. I'm cheap. About $15 for a bottle of wax is my limit.


A man after my own heart! I bought a bottle of wax 9 years ago and paid $8 for it. I still have almost the entire bottle. LOL

[jestep]

and he is not fibbing. he donst know the meaning of wax on wax off

[WhiteNite]

Ah thank you Mr. Miogi

[etalian2005]

My dad has a bottle of zymol in the garage. The wax is still blue, but the container that used to be clear plastic is now hazy brown. LOLOL. But it's good stuff and I need to wax my truck soon. I bought all the stuff. new, better soap. blue 3M tape to tape off plastic. microfiber towels. microfiber applicator pads. bug and tar remover. Everything, and now it's going to rain for the next week. lol

[jestep]

My dad has a bottle of zymol in the garage. The wax is still blue, but the container that used to be clear plastic is now hazy brown. LOLOL. But it's good stuff and I need to wax my truck soon. I bought all the stuff. new, better soap. blue 3M tape to tape off plastic. microfiber towels. microfiber applicator pads. bug and tar remover. Everything, and now it's going to rain for the next week. lol


hey dont use the bug and tar remover for the bugs, havnt you read the other thread on bugs. use a dryer shhet man, it really works i tried it

[etalian2005]

Yea, i know. But I can't take back the bottle now. No receipt. LOL, i saw that abotu 3 days after I bought the bottle. Oh well, it was only a $5 mistake.

[jestep]

oh i gottcha i wouldnt waste it either, maybe you could sell it to shailey and he can put it his garage for the next five years because he wont use it