Polishing and Waxing a lighter colored vehicle

[tallydawg]

Hello everyone!



I have to say, I`m down right confused and I look at the acronym post a lot to figure out what is being said here. However my question(s) are fairly simple (at least it should be to you pros)



Here is my situation:



I recently (6 months ago) bought a 07 Southern Comfort Tahoe. The exact Tahoe can be found in pictures here (http://www.scomfort.com/2007chevytahoe.html). The color I have is that Off-White (or as SoCo calls it "White Diamond" and it is VERY similar to the Escalade "White Pearl"). I have ordered the PC7424 and now I need to order the correct pads and wax/polish. There are very few swirls marks but mostly cob webs in the paint. What I hope to accomplish is a "wet" look with a good wax that will at least protect it for 2-3 months.



With that said, the current plan

-wash with Meguiars Gold Class (I have been using this soap for years, love it)

-clay with Meguiars Clay (I HATE claying, but what must be done, must be done... or do I really need to clay since the paint is so new and lack of swirls?)

-this is where your advice comes in



Cliff Notes: I`m looking for a good polish/wax combo that is good for a off white vechicle



THANKS!

[mikebai1990]

Yes, claying is definitely a good idea. If you want the maximum shine, you should probably use your PC and do a good polishing all around. That will get rid of the marring on the paint. With polishes, there are a LOT of choices, so you should look around and use what matches your needs.



With waxes, again, there are too many choices to give you a definite. Since you mentioned 2-3 months, that means you`re probably worried more about durability than looks. I`d recommend Collinite (845 or 476S), Duragloss (601+105, Aquawax), Jeff Werkstatt`s. Those three brands are known for their durability and a nice, wet, look with a proper preparation of the car beforehand (polish, clay).

[tallydawg]

the only reason I mention "recommended" waxes for a lighter vehicle is because I have read some saying "if you have a darker car" ie the p21s I believe?