Wash mits?

**Mass. Wine Guy** · 10-18-2001, 10:18 PM

I`m soon going to apply the Klasse two-step products to my VW Golf. I`ve been told by some that applying Imperial Hand Glaze before the Klasse will prevent the Klasse from adhering properly to the paint. Others have commented the combination works well.

What`s the consensus here? Should I just wash and use Klasse (perhaps with some Mequire`s swirl remover after the wash)?

**ihetenyi** · 10-19-2001, 06:42 AM

If you have swirls or minor scratches you want to `not see`, I`d recommend polishing them out instead of filling/hiding them with IHG. I don`t know for sure if IHG will harm Klasse`s bonding, but my thought would be yes. IHG is loaded with oils and fillers to cover swirls and having that between your paint and the acrylic just dosen`t sound like a good combo.

IHG was one of the products of choice a long time ago on this board. Do a search and you will probably find more information about it than you ever cared to...

I`m not much help at this hour...

**DETAILKING** · 10-19-2001, 07:00 AM

Klasse will just strip off the IHG with its solvents and cleaners, so all you are doing is wasteing your time. If it dosen`t do this, the IHG will definately hinder bonding. IHG is designed to be used with carnubas, or by itself for a quick temporary shine up.

**Brad B** · 10-19-2001, 08:08 AM

I just used IHG on my friends Jaguar XK8 at the Jaguar Concours last weekend. It works great but is a temporary solution.

It is not to be used with any sealants because, as everyone has mentioned, it will hamper the bond.

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**bmerjorge21** · 10-19-2001, 08:20 AM

What about using IHG after Klasse, before applying the topper wax?? Klasse should be able to bond right??

**Brad B** · 10-19-2001, 08:23 AM

I have done that, too. It works.

**BradE** · 10-19-2001, 09:10 AM

Brad,

Did the IHG over Klasse do any damage to the Klasse? I remember Ron saying that IHG has some solvents in it that actually eat away at sealants like Klasse and Zaino.

**bmerjorge21** · 10-19-2001, 12:35 PM

Thanks Brad, good question Lincoln!! I`d be interested in the answer!!

**Brad B** · 10-19-2001, 12:59 PM

I used this on my BMW for close to two years. No problems at all.

**bmerjorge21** · 10-19-2001, 01:38 PM

Thanks yet again Brad!! I don`t know why the general opinion of the product has diminished in recent months. I happen to find the product to work very well, and lasts longer than most claim. It lasts more than one wash, for me anyways. Well, thanks again Brad!!

**Brad B** · 10-19-2001, 01:44 PM

The Jag (pictured above) was done three weeks ago and has been through two washings and two rainstorms. It had a lot of swirls that are still hidden by the IHG. It is holding up well. It will likely get touched up this weekend.

**imported_BigDawg** · 03-13-2010, 06:09 PM

What wash mit do you gentlemen and ladies use? If theyre are any ladies that belong here.........just a quick question

**Old Pirate** · 03-13-2010, 06:26 PM

I have been using the Microfiber chenille wash pad, Sheepskin wash mitt and a sponge. Not all 3 at a time but I do use them when needed.

**imported_TLMitchell** · 03-13-2010, 06:40 PM

Originally Posted by BigDawg

What wash mit do you gentlemen and ladies use? If theyre are any ladies that belong here.........just a quick question

Different mitts for different applications... on my DD pickup with wide expanses of sheetmetal I use a sheepskin mitt. On my GF`s Hyundai SUV with lots of nooks and crannies I use a dreadlock MF chenille mitt. With ONR I use a Lowe`s ProLine grout sponge. I also have some old, grungy OTC, el-cheapo sheepskins dedicated to wheels and under the hood.

TL

**Jack Kruer** · 03-13-2010, 09:19 PM

I use one of our Natural Sea Sponges for everyday washing and an occasional use of the Lake Country Gold & Yellow Ulti-Mitts. The Super Soft Gold for the paint work and the Yellow for the rims and wheel wells.

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