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    Totally Transparent Waxes And Sealents Are There Any?

    I need to find a totally transparent wax or sealant to preserve a mirror finish. Are there any waxes or sealants fitting the transparency characteristic? TW Ice has been recommended.

    Thank you in advance for your replies.

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    Re: Totally Transparent Waxes And Sealents Are There Any?

    It doesn`t need to be "totally transparent" to protect and enhance the mirror finish. You are under a misconception. If you insist on that then look into Optimum Opti-Seal or Ultima Paint Guard+. I prefer the second one for what that is worth. TW Ice is great for black/gray plastic, used on paint you will be disappointed.

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    Re: Totally Transparent Waxes And Sealents Are There Any?

    Thank you for the response. I am covering black lacquer.

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    Re: Totally Transparent Waxes And Sealents Are There Any?

    If you want to use a wax then I`d go to Poorboys Natty`s White.It`s the most transparent wax I`ve ever used.
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    Re: Totally Transparent Waxes And Sealents Are There Any?

    Zaino Z2 Pro. It`s even touted on the labeling that it`s optically clear (99&#37. Don`t really quote me - it`s been a while since I read the print on the packaging, but I do remember something along those lines sticking out in my mind.

    Nothing is going to be 100% clear/transparent, though, so get that notion out of your mind. You`re laying a microscopic layer of sealant/wax over the paint finish, so there`s no way that it wouldn`t enhance/change the look - even if it is not apparent to the naked eye.
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    Re: Totally Transparent Waxes And Sealents Are There Any?

    I would say a sealant , not carnuba wax .

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    Re: Totally Transparent Waxes And Sealents Are There Any?

    Aren`t all sealants and waxes transparent?


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    Re: Totally Transparent Waxes And Sealents Are There Any?

    Quote Originally Posted by JaredPointer View Post
    Zaino Z2 Pro. It`s even touted on the labeling that it`s optically clear (99%).
    Yup, that`s what I`ve heard too.


    Quote Originally Posted by JaredPointer View Post
    Nothing is going to be 100% clear/transparent, though, so get that notion out of your mind. You`re laying a microscopic layer of sealant/wax over the paint finish, so there`s no way that it wouldn`t enhance/change the look - even if it is not apparent to the naked eye.
    I`d have to say Optimum Opti-Coat is clear/transparent. Funny thing is that clear coat paint isn`t clear. It has a yellowish tint.
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