Need Wax Recommendations

**DigiDan** · 05-29-2007, 09:26 AM

I`m in need of of some recommendations for a new wax.

Here`s what I`ve used/been using, and results:

Mothers Reflections Liquid Wax

- Likes: Very, very nice results. This is by far my favorite. I can apply to the entire car, let cure overnight, and comeback when I have to to buff out a panel at a time. Not much residue, easy to buff off, and the results are very nice.

- Cons: Seems like you need to really wet the applicator first (either dunk in water and wring it out, or spritz it with a spray detailer. This is probably my main complaint, as it takes a lot of effort to apply by hand to spread it out.

- Durability: Seems pretty good. If I could find a good spray wax I could settle on this combo for a long time.

(I like this, but I`m looking for something that might give me the edge over Mothers)

S100 Paste Wax

- Likes: Easy on, easy off. I don`t think there`s anything easier to apply.

- Cons: Doesn`t last too long.

Tried these others: Blitz 1000 Grand paste, Pinnacle Souveran, and while they`re very good products, I just didn`t care for the experience.

I`m thinking of trying Natty`s Blue, or possibly one of the Collinite products as I see lots of users for these.

Can anyone recommend either of these and why you like them?

Also for spray-ons, what do you like? I`ve got AW, but I`m curious about more carnuba based products like OCW, or even Griot`s Garage Spray-On Wax.

**joshtpa** · 05-29-2007, 09:28 AM

If you like S100 you may want to try P21S. As of a few years ago, they are different products. Nattys works very well. Shame your not in Tampa, we are doing a product testing for about 10 of them this saturday. My 3 favorite paste waxes are P21S, CG 50/50, and Blackfire Ivory Paste wax. The Blackfire is as nice as anything I have ever used.

**BobD** · 05-29-2007, 09:32 AM

Try Danase Paste Wax, you won`t regret it.

**joshtpa** · 05-29-2007, 09:33 AM

Wow, Bob, thats a shocker....LOL

**imported_themightytimmah** · 05-29-2007, 09:40 AM

I get the feeling you wouldn`t be a huge Collinite fan... it`s probably the most difficult high-quality wax to remove. Natty`s Blue or Danase Paste are both good picks, but as of right now my personal favorite is CG 5050.

**Dan** · 05-29-2007, 10:08 AM

Try applying the S100 super thin and allow it to dry (instead of WOWO). This seems to make it last as long as the average paste for me.

**Grimm** · 05-29-2007, 10:14 AM

I don`t know about the paste, but the 845 IW is very easy to remove. Try the Collinite 845 wax, you won`t regret it!

**DigiDan** · 05-29-2007, 10:15 AM

WOW....thanks for the replies!!!

What is CG 5050????

**joshtpa** · 05-29-2007, 10:17 AM

Chemical Guys 50/50 wax

**DigiDan** · 05-29-2007, 10:33 AM

CG5050 = $48.62!!!!!

Ugh....too rich for my blood.

I would like to stay under $30 if possible.....in looking at the Chemical Guys site (no offense Danase!), I`m seeing some other products by the gallon:

- Pure Carnuba

- Extreme Depth Liquid Carnuba Creme Wax

Car Wax, Car Polish, Auto Detail Supplies : CHEMICAL GUYS WHOLESALE AUTO DETAILING SUPPLIES CAR WASH PRODUCTS PROFESSIONAL CAR DETAIL SUPPLY FACTORY DIRECT

Any experience with either of those?

**joshtpa** · 05-29-2007, 10:34 AM

For the paste wax on CG, take a good look at XXX hardcore. It is outstanding and cost effective.

**awahl63** · 05-29-2007, 10:44 AM

Don`t forget shipping from CG is expensive. 10$ for the first gallon!

**DigiDan** · 05-29-2007, 11:14 AM

I decided to try Natty`s Blue for my next step. Looks like a good all around product that people like. My biggest hurdle with the products requiring time is just that - TIME!

Thanks everyone for your suggestions!

**joshtpa** · 05-29-2007, 11:22 AM

You will enjoy your nattys blue. For darker cars, I really like it. For lighter cars, I like the regular Nattys.

**Alfisti** · 05-29-2007, 12:03 PM

Stick with the Reflections...you`d be hard-pressed to beat it at any price. :up

I`ve never had application problems with it. In fact its one of the easiest I`ve tried. Can`t explain your expereince. Whatever you do, dont dunk it in water. Just use more wax on the applicator. BTW, what sort of applicator are you using? The best ones are the round yellow foam applicators. Very inexpensive but excellent.

Also, you don`t have to let it cure overnight. Apply it to the whole car and when you`ve finished, go back to the start and remove. It should be that easy. Don`t wet the car for 12 hours until the film crosslinks (cures).