Optimum Spray Wax, opinions on it?

**imported_RedlineIRL** · 03-07-2010, 05:49 PM

I am thinking of trying out the Optimum Spray Wax to use give some protection until I can do a full out detail, and as something add in between waxing. I don`t really know what is good at the moment when it comes to spray waxes, or if one is really better than the other since I have never used them before. So how does Optimum Spray Wax compare to what else is out there? Does it help give better visible beading after using it? I just want a quick way to add and help maintain protection.

Also, what is the best method at using this product, and what kind of microfibers should I use for removing it? The ones I have to wipe vehicles with are extremey soft, mainly used for removing polish and wax, and I don`t think that they will do well at all at wiping the spray off

**imported_Gears** · 03-07-2010, 05:56 PM

I only use the original OCW and I`ve heard that the new version is better.

I think OCW seems work very well, it does improve beading on old lsps. I just use the same mfs that I use for removing waxes.

**imported_smprince1** · 03-07-2010, 06:02 PM

Originally Posted by RedlineIRL

So how does Optimum Spray Wax compare to what else is out there? Does it help give better visible beading after using it? I just want a quick way to add and help maintain protection.

OCW is an excellent product, very easy to use and good protection. A similar product you might want to consider is Duragloss AquaWax.

Originally Posted by RedlineIRL

Also, what is the best method at using this product, and what kind of microfibers should I use for removing it? The ones I have to wipe vehicles with are extremey soft, mainly used for removing polish and wax, and I don`t think that they will do well at all at wiping the spray off

Lightly mist a panel, spread with a soft MF, then flip the MF and remove any residue with the dry side. Simple as that.

**Legacy** · 03-07-2010, 06:15 PM

Originally Posted by smprince1

OCW is an excellent product, very easy to use and good protection. A similar product you might want to consider is Duragloss AquaWax.

Lightly mist a panel, spread with a soft MF, then flip the MF and remove any residue with the dry side. Simple as that.

I agree, but isn`t AW a sealant and OCW a nuba with polymers? So, I wouldn`t use AW over a nuba, but OCW should be fine.

**imported_Devilsown** · 03-07-2010, 06:30 PM

love it use it once a week to keep the auto-mo-car looking top notch, quick easy and very effective very slick surfcae

**gdal** · 03-07-2010, 06:32 PM

It`s a great product. You want to make sure that you don`t overspray the panel `cause it might smear if the humidity is high.

**imported_RedlineIRL** · 03-08-2010, 04:13 PM

Thanks for the help everyone. The MFs that I use for wiping polish and wax are the Cobra Super Plush Deluxe 600. They work great a removing died on polish and wax, but are these too soft to absorb a liquid spray? Do you all think that these will just smear more the product around instead of absorbing the excess?

Right now I have Collonite 845 on as the last LSP I used, so will the OCW work fine with this or do I need to look at the Duragloss AW? I`m not for sure if 845 is really considered a sealer or a carnuba

**a.k.a. Patrick** · 03-08-2010, 04:25 PM

Originally Posted by Legacy99

I agree, but isn`t AW a sealant and OCW a nuba with polymers? So, I wouldn`t use AW over a nuba, but OCW should be fine.

They`re both hybrids......

**willtothewong** · 03-08-2010, 09:32 PM

OCW is by far one my favorite products

very easy application and looks great. i dont know about the durability only because i re-apply the wax every other wash only because it is so easy

=D

**gdal** · 03-08-2010, 09:39 PM

Originally Posted by RedlineIRL

Thanks for the help everyone. The MFs that I use for wiping polish and wax are the Cobra Super Plush Deluxe 600. They work great a removing died on polish and wax, but are these too soft to absorb a liquid spray? Do you all think that these will just smear more the product around instead of absorbing the excess?

Right now I have Collonite 845 on as the last LSP I used, so will the OCW work fine with this or do I need to look at the Duragloss AW? I`m not for sure if 845 is really considered a sealer or a carnuba

ocw over 845 looks incredible on metallics ... it`s my favorite and long-lasting combo for metallic daily drivers.

**a.k.a. Patrick** · 03-08-2010, 11:03 PM

Originally Posted by willtothewong

OCW is by far one my favorite products

very easy application and looks great. i dont know about the durability only because i re-apply the wax every other wash only because it is so easy

=D

And you my friend know how to care for a car...........

**strauss** · 03-09-2010, 10:52 AM

I love OCW! It`s my favorite spray wax, and I`ve found it`s looks/durability are better than any of the over the counter products in my area. I use it over BFWD on my daily driver, once every other wash, which ends up being about every 2 weeks. I don`t "need" to re-apply that often, I just do because it`s so dang easy!

**Dan** · 03-09-2010, 12:14 PM

I love the stuff.

-Looks great on perfectly polished paint

-Does a nice job hiding imperfections on not so perfect paint

-Very easy to apply and a little goes a long way

-Looks like a real wax, deep and wet

**willtothewong** · 03-09-2010, 02:22 PM

Originally Posted by a.k.a. Patrick

And you my friend know how to care for a car...........

haha why thank you =D

**Old Tiger** · 03-09-2010, 06:36 PM

I love OCW . It was my favorite until I tried Four Star Spray Wax with Polycharger. It is a little less finicky than OCW and may even yield a better shine. I got it from AG on BOGO. IME get a pump spray bottle for either as a little goes a long way. AG sells a great pump spray 12 oz. bottle IMO. If you use a trigger dont spray directly on surface or you will apply too much IME.