Klasse or Collinite

[phamkl]

Accumulator, do you have a thread specifically on Collinite application? Searching for "Accumulator" and "Collinite" is kind of like narrowing a search to all males named "John."

[Accumulator]

Originally Posted by phamkl

Accumulator, do you have a thread specifically on Collinite application?

I dunno, I've posted about it before but no idea how to find it

I apply 476S with a damp applicator and 845 with a dry one. I let both dry until they'll pass the "finger swipe test", although I'll sometimes use W-O-W-O when applying to plastic trim. Apply *thin*.

[SuperBee364]

There are several Accumulator threads I can no longer find that I wish were bookmarked or subscribed. Several of which really should be stickies. His "dislodge and flush" method of car washing should definitely be stickied and put in the hall of fame. His Collinite thread should be, too.

[Way2SSlow]

I've not used Collinite yet, but Klasse is a nice product. It can be a little picky about how you apply it, but it has a look and FEEL all it's own. A lot of products feel smooth, but you can touch a Klasse'd car and it feels different (maybe like the car has plastic coating on it..). I'm definitely planning to try out Collinite when my current LSP stock runs out. My educated guess from reading these forums way more often than I probably should is that 845 is going to be your easiest to apply/remove, but 476 and Klasse should give you better durability. What kind of durability are you looking for?

Originally Posted by SuperBee364

There are several Accumulator threads I can no longer find that I wish were bookmarked or subscribed. Several of which really should be stickies. His "dislodge and flush" method of car washing should definitely be stickied and put in the hall of fame. His Collinite thread should be, too.

Accumulator's Non-Marring Wash Technique


Is that the one you're looking for?

[SuperBee364]

Originally Posted by Way2SSlow

I've not used Collinite yet, but Klasse is a nice product. It can be a little picky about how you apply it, but it has a look and FEEL all it's own. A lot of products feel smooth, but you can touch a Klasse'd car and it feels different (maybe like the car has plastic coating on it..). I'm definitely planning to try out Collinite when my current LSP stock runs out. My educated guess from reading these forums way more often than I probably should is that 845 is going to be your easiest to apply/remove, but 476 and Klasse should give you better durability. What kind of durability are you looking for?

Accumulator's Non-Marring Wash Technique


Is that the one you're looking for?

Yup, that's the one! Excellent.. thanks! I didn't realize it was already in the Hall of Fame.

[Accumulator]

Originally Posted by Way2SSlow

.. Klasse is a nice product. It can be a little picky about how you apply it, but it has a look and FEEL all it's own. A lot of products feel smooth, but you can touch a Klasse'd car and it feels different (maybe like the car has plastic coating on it..). ...

Yeah, that "plastic coated feel" is pretty cool...it sure does give the impression that the vehicle is well protected!

The 476S can sorta be the same way...well, like the carnauba version of that "special feel". At least when you get a bunch of layers on there.

And, heh heh, IME anybody who says you can't layer Collinite hasn't tried controlled tests of it

[itb76]

I've tried both and I've found Collinite beads water much better than KSG. I'm not sure whether that matters to the OP. 845 was quite durable when I parked my VW outside, lasts even longer now that I park inside at night.

[Chris223]

I just purchased some Collinite looking to try it, because I want some durability. But I still have some EX-P left... is Collinite ok to TOP with EX-P? Since I've heard collinite has minor solvents in it, but EX-P is supposedly layerable. Also, is it easier to apply 845 by PC or hand?

[abbeysdad]

KSG looked really great on my wife's light blue Buick Regal (gave it that plastic sealed look), but I didn't care for it on my off white Rondy...it just seemed to inhibit the depth of shine (what little you get with light colors). You may be good with silver, but expect a more subtle sheen rather than a deep shine.
I've used Colinite 476 for the protection, but I wasn't thrilled about the shine.
Depends in part on what your looking for.
And then...so many LSP choices, so little time.

[RdRover]

What about tackiness of Collinite? Especially in the summer time, doesn't a carnauba attract more dust/pollen than say a sealant such KSG? For winter Collinite is unbeatable but I wonder how it works in the summer time.

[Accumulator]

Originally Posted by RdRover

What about tackiness of Collinite? Especially in the summer time, doesn't a carnauba attract more dust/pollen than say a sealant such KSG? For winter Collinite is unbeatable but I wonder how it works in the summer time.

I've never noticed those carnauba issues with Collinite, and I left the Collinited Volvo outside 24/7 back when I had it. I guess it does have more pollen issues than with KSG, but I can't say for sure as the KSGed vehicle doesn't stay outside all that long. I also suppose that waxes simply attract/hold more dust than most sealants...I just don't seem to have it happen to the extent where I notice it

Guess I just don't notice "typical wax issues" with the vehicles I use Collinite and #16 (and sometimes 3M Showcar Paste) on. I do get them with Souveran though, especially when it's a few weeks old and could use redone.

[Nic Walker]

Hi folks,

Question/s please:

1) Is there a list of abbreviations for products and procedures that are used on the forum please? I have no idea what some of the letters represent, and the thread that I am reading ends up useless . Help please .

2) I have a '90 Buick Reatta painted with the GM Gunmetal Gray which is a medium shade metalic gray. I keep both the white and gray cars under a carport, but still get they dusty and pollenated.

I have been using 1 coat of Klasse AIO, 2 to 3 coats of SG, and then followed by a couple of coats of S100 for several years and have been happy. I have been reading this thread and feel I am missing out on a good product in the "Collinite".

If I try the Collinite, should I treat is like the Klasse application by using 1 coat of AOI and then several coats of Collinite?

Thanks,

Nic