What causes a product to streak ? Is it the over abundance of polymer material, bad bonding, or just plain not curing. I had my first example of this using EXP this weekend. I am at a loss as to why it happened.
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03-07-2005, 05:46 PM #1Sun Blinded Detailer
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03-07-2005, 09:34 PM #2The Old Grey Whistle Test
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Streaking:
(as in wax/sealants not what they do at Rugby games)
Ensure that you are not using too much wax; a thin layer of product is all that`s required. Be sure also that your applicator is clean and has not become saturated with product. Warm-up the paint film surface in the sun, but do not allow it to become hot (90°F<)
Wax is inherently hydroscopic, allowing the paint film surface to warm-up and then wipe off with 100% cotton, Alpine DF towel should elevate this natural reaction to water moisture or oil.
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03-07-2005, 10:59 PM #3
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I`m feeling a bit dumb today. Not sure what you mean by that. :nixweissOriginally posted by TOGWT
Wax is inherently hydroscopic, allowing the paint film surface to warm-up and then wipe off with 100% cotton, Alpine DF towel should elevate this natural reaction to water moisture or oil.
JonM
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03-07-2005, 11:12 PM #4wannafbody
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could it be oil content and the wax not being shaken enough?
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03-08-2005, 09:36 AM #5
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I think he`s saying that cold paint may be causing the streaking.Originally posted by Alfisti
I`m feeling a bit dumb today. Not sure what you mean by that. :nixweiss
I get streaking if my paint and climate is too cold.
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03-08-2005, 09:39 AM #6
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I`ve had that with Zaino. I guess that`s why they say to shake vigorously for a couple of minutes, let it sit and then give it a final shake before application.Originally posted by wannafbody
could it be oil content and the wax not being shaken enough?
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03-08-2005, 10:07 AM #7The Old Grey Whistle Test
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Quote:Wax is inherently hydroscopic, allowing the paint film surface to warm-up and then wipe off with 100% cotton, Alpine DF towel should elevate this natural reaction to water moisture or oil.
Should be-allow the paint film surface to warm-up... (apologies)
You are correct, its always advisable to shake any product to ensure proper mixing of its contents
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03-08-2005, 10:35 AM #8
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03-09-2005, 04:30 AM #9
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Thanks.
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