Advice sought for wax

[Sharondippity]

I'd like your input on which type of wax and why, to use here in sunny San Jose.

 

[vettedoc]

I like the Zaino system. Although it is a multi step process the results are well worth it. You will get a ten foot deep shine like the day the car came from the showroom. Go to www.zainostore.com for more info. Happy shining.

The Doc

 

[MrSauga99coop]

alternative to wax

I used this treatment and am very happy with it.

PPS technology


good luck

 

[corvettecrazy]

i would look through the care and detailing section of CAC

http://corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?s=&forumid=12

 

[Dragonslayer]

I only use liquid glass.

 

[RUBYC5]

AS FAR AS I AM CONCERNED, THE ONLY POLISH TO USE IS THE ZAINO BROTHERS SYSTEM...I OWN A MAG RED, VERT..THE DEPTH OF THE SHINE AFTER APPLYING THIS POLISH IS INCREDIBLE!! AND VERY EASY TO APPLY AND REMOVE..MAY COST A LTTLE MORE,BUT WORTH EVERY PENNY..

 

[Tuna]

I've been using Liquid Glass for almost 15 years now. Can't say too much good about it. Zaino seems to be the latest and greatest and I've tried it - it works very well also. But, I'm still using Liquid Glass. I started using it on my Grand National Buick years ago. It make that black car stand out and kept the swirls to the absolute minimum. I'm using it on my Anniversary Red 03.

I use Zaino Z-10 Leather in a Bottle and some of the other Zaino products however.

 

[78SilvAnniv]

Easiest application and removal.

S100, which you can find at any Harley Davidson showroom/shop.

Goes on quickly, comes off just as easily and lasts a long time.
Heidi

 

[powderski13]

Zaino Zaino Zaino!!! Great protection and the wet look high gloss show shine.

 

[Greg C]

What you use to wax your car is pretty much 6 of one, half a dozen of the other. When it comes to waxing, what is more important is how often you wax your car depends on how or where it is stored. Is it a fair weather weekend car or a daily driver? If it's a daily driver where is it parked during the day? Outside in the weather (hot sun, rain, polution, ect) or in a covered parking facility? The more the car is exposed to the elements the more you will have to wax it. Also what is just as important is what you do to prepare (clean & polish) the painted surfaces before you wax. This is the difference between nice looking paint vs great looking paint. A properly prepared wax job on factory paint can look better then a improperly prepared wax job on custom paint.
If the vehicle is one that is going to be run through automatic car washes then just wax it using a easy cleaner/wax because if you send alot of time properly cleaning, polishing & waxing a vehicle, the first time you take the vehicle through an auto car wash all you work & effort you put into making it look great will be gone. A properly cleaned, polished & waxed vehicle should only be washed with cold water, no soap, ect.........if possible the vehicle should be covered as much as possible when it is parked outside........there a some very good light weight outdoor car covers availble that roll up very small and are easy to manage.
A good web site to check out is www.properautocare.com.
Lots of info there on cleaning, polishing & waxing.
There are references to certain brand products & tools on this site. Just remember all the major manufacture's of car care products make polishes, waxes, cleaners, ect... that pretty much do the same thing.........clean, polish & wax (which wax basically is a surface protectant to keep the elements away from your cleaning & polish job).........) are all pretty much the same (but I am sure that others will disagree on this one). I do suggest that you stay away from the cleaner waxes (my own opinion). Use a cleaner for cleaning, a polish for polishing and a true pure wax for waxing.
Remember what you do after the car is cleaned, polished & waxed is just as important.
You have alot of money invested in your C5. It just makes sense to spend a little more time & money on good products to keep it nice........good luck........

 

[Sharondippity]

Thanks all, I will go shopping for wax this weekend.

 

[vette-dude]

Uhhhh, you were asking about wax for your car and not a bikinni wax weren't you??:eek

Randy

Welcome to the CAC by the way!!

 

[97RedCorvette]

I'd like your input on which type of wax and why, to use here in sunny San Jose.

Several years ago, I came across a micro-brewed show wax at Corvettes at Carlisle called Formula 113 that I’ve been using almost exclusively ever since. Here are the reasons that I use it on my Torch Red `97:

1. Can be applied in either shade or sun, on a hot or cold surface – it makes no difference at all. Great for using on the show field in sunny San Jose.
2. It comes off as easily as it goes on – I’ve applied and removed Formula 113 in as little as 45 minutes (and I’m anal about waxing)
3. A 12 oz bottle will do your car 8-10 times, since it’s used so sparingly.
4. The ultra-wet gloss is phenomenal! More intense than anything else that I’ve tried. I can’t go to a show without at least a dozen+ people asking what I use on the finish.
5. Formula 113 can be use on the rubber belts surrounding the windows, along the top edge of the door and all other smooth black molding, producing the same unbelievable results.
6. Formula 113 doesn’t leave ANY powder behind and it won't cake up flags, badges or in body seams.
7. It dries so clear that you can even wax the windshield with it.
8. It’s also durable – I wax my Range Rover with Formula 113 and it holds up great in the extreme climate of the Great Lakes area.

I mist the car with water and level the wax with a clean, soft cloth after I’ve removed the 113 – it makes the finish look even deeper, harder and smoother -- I never skip this step!

I don’t mean to sound like a wax commercial, but half my neighbors have become dedicated 113 users for their Corvettes, BWWs, Harley-Davidsons, etc. just from seeing my results. I’ve tried Meguiar`s, Zaino, Zymol and more, but the Formula 113 has them beat by quite a margin. You can order it on-line at www.formula113.com. If you try it, please let me know how your results.

Happy waxing!



I never skip this step!

 

[bIrish]

"Advice sought for wax"

Thanks for the "113" info.

I've started out (years ago) w/Rain Dance and now use Zymol...

I just picked-up an '03 BMW 325i in March and am happy with
the results of the Zymol.

In Dec. I will take delivery of an '04 Coupe and I've already
saved the '113' web-site page in my favorites.

The first wax-job on my new 'Vette will be the '113.'

I'll let ya know about the results...

I'm pretty certain about getting the color Spiral Gray/Lt. Gray...

My second choice is Torch Red/Oak... :confused

Might have to flip a coin. :duh I'll tell ya... "life is good."


Paddy in Vegas,

"What happens here,
stays here..."

 

[WETVET]

I like the Wax Shop. You can put it on in the sun or the shade. Easy on and easy off.

 

[97RedCorvette]

Re: "Advice sought for wax"

Thanks for the "113" info.

...In Dec. I will take delivery of an '04 Coupe and I've already saved the '113' web-site page in my favorites. The first wax-job on my new 'Vette will be the '113.'..

Museum delivery is an exciting way to take delivery of your new ’04. Congratulations! My wife and I will be in Bowling Green next month, only for a visit this time. Since I posted my 113 response to Sharondippity, 4 more people have asked how to order the product. I met a man at cruise night several weeks ago who has a 1953/C5 commemorative edition Corvette and he asked if he could try a sample of 113 that I brought with me. He took about 15 minutes and did the rear half of his car while drawing a pretty sizable audience. It’s amazing how wet and glossy a white car can look. He emailed me yesterday saying that was so pleased with the results, he ordered a case of 113 on-line to share with his two sons. There are a lot of good quality products out there and everyone is going to have their favorite based on a wide variety of criteria. With its ease of application and removal, coupled with the deep, rich, wet shine that it produces, 113 is what I’ll be using for the foreseeable future. Let everyone know how you like the 113 after you’ve taken delivery of your new C5.
The Spiral Gray is awesome!

 

[sturgeon90293]

Only been a member here for a few months, but during that time I've picked up a bunch of good tips and information. One of these concerns Zaino Brothers Z-5 wax. Example: two weeks ago I had the Vet waxed with Carbuna; the shine looked O.K..Last week I got the Zaino and waxed it myself Saturday. It looked great. Since I'm a little overboard in some ways, I again waxed it Sunday. Then it even looked better. By better I mean it looks wet and has a deep shine. Although it is a little axpensive, try it

 

[atmmac]

i go a little overboard too i wax once every week and a half and wash after every time the car gets wet!

 

[edbard]

Go with the Red and Oak

:TALK :TALK

 

[Sharondippity]

Tried the wax, it looks great