Accumulator
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Just think "thin and uniform" and it oughta go fine.
Collinite questions and official answer
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Billy Jack
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I often use 476 and 915 by machine and keep an old credit card on my detailing cart as a spreader. You can spread it super thin on the pad without any chance of damage to the pad. Don't attempt to prime the entire pad surface, or it will take forever to spread it thin enough on the paint. Also, if you have any 4" pads, they'll fit inside the 476 can just fine.
Bill
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Yeah, I like using a plastic razor blade, but don't store it inside the can with the wax, some waxes (can't remember if Collinite is one of 'em) will actually mess up the plastic.
And yeah#2, 4" pads are convenient for this.
Woob
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Colinite is awesome! Old school, value based awesome performance.
Did a little test on the hood of the Van today. I applied 476 by hand just to get a feel for paste since it has been 30 years since the last time I remember using that style. Went on fine and mostly the same for removal. There were a few spots where extra effort was required probably to thick in those parts. Hopefully the DA will fix that problem and I will find out tomorrow. I did not notice any increase in gloss compared to 845 on that Desert Sand color but that is ok since I am looking for durability.
Dave
Dave
Did the complete van today, easy on and off. I used a yellow sponge applicator in the tin then wiped it on a B&S red pad, perfect application. Start to finish about 2 hours taking my time. Hopefully I am set for Arizona's brutal summers with objects that have tires and registrations. I will have to ask Collinite if 845 is the same thing as 925 and 476 the same as 885. They look and smell the same but what is the difference ?. Anything added for Gel-Coat ?.
Dave
Dave
Accumulator
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davidc- I'd get another coat on there after the next wash, and then keep an eye on things so you can refresh it before it becomes critical.
Does anybody else here use the Collinite *paste* on black plastic/trim? NO, I'm not recommending people try it "don't try this at home, kids!", but I do it on some vehicles, have since forever. I know lots of people use 845 on such surfaces, but the paste....? Again, I'm not encouraging anybody to go out and try it lest it go sideways something awful.
Does anybody else here use the Collinite *paste* on black plastic/trim? NO, I'm not recommending people try it "don't try this at home, kids!", but I do it on some vehicles, have since forever. I know lots of people use 845 on such surfaces, but the paste....? Again, I'm not encouraging anybody to go out and try it lest it go sideways something awful.
Accumulator
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Yes. I would if I were doing it, actually I *do* layer the 476S even when I put it over 845. I want to rely on the paste, not the underlying 845.
Accumulator
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davidc- Yeah, I too like the "old-school, solventy" smell of the stuff. That one week interval is probably good, less chance of pseudo-holograms from solvent action.
The official response from Collinite on comparison of 845 to 925 and 476 to 885
RPPM you were correct, mostly that is
David,
Thanks for the email. Often times now, we get inquiries and its solely to paste them back into forums to settle disputes among enthusiasts. For that reason, I cannot go into great detail via email.
Our products are proprietary blends and the most similar are 925 and 845, 476s and 885. Due to the regulations of both the marine and auto industry, there are only very slight differences among these products. The intended purposes, use and durability are virtually the same.
So I have a RV, not a boat. I imagine the boat waxes have environmental controls for dead fish, pollution of the water etc. Everything I own stays on land so it sounds like I should be using the automotive line. The one thing worth noting is the 476 is 9oz. and the 885 is 12oz and I paid the same price for both. Hope this helps with anyone that questions the auto to marine differences.
Dave
RPPM you were correct, mostly that is
David,
Thanks for the email. Often times now, we get inquiries and its solely to paste them back into forums to settle disputes among enthusiasts. For that reason, I cannot go into great detail via email.
Our products are proprietary blends and the most similar are 925 and 845, 476s and 885. Due to the regulations of both the marine and auto industry, there are only very slight differences among these products. The intended purposes, use and durability are virtually the same.
So I have a RV, not a boat. I imagine the boat waxes have environmental controls for dead fish, pollution of the water etc. Everything I own stays on land so it sounds like I should be using the automotive line. The one thing worth noting is the 476 is 9oz. and the 885 is 12oz and I paid the same price for both. Hope this helps with anyone that questions the auto to marine differences.
Dave
WaxAddict
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Hmmmm. A few years ago when I got into 915, I had holograms once and emailed Collinite. They suggested Up to a one-day wait between the coats, and to use the straight-line method, and remove it once it hazes up. Never a hologram since, pseudo or real.
Accumulator
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WaxAddict- Noting that I've never ued 915...and that I only say "pseudo-hologram" because to me a genuine hologram is something rotary-induced... Yeah, the day-long wait oughta do it.
Actually, as best I can recall I've never had any pseudo-holograms with Collinite except for when I used a QD on it before it cured fully. Not nearly the potential for disaster as with, say.. FK1000P.
A while back there was something on the internet about how a guy tried *unsuccessfully* to layer 915. Like, he had the ability to measure the build-film and he said it wouldn't layer. Heh heh, I know it's stirring the pot to even mention that
and I myself thought there were a lot of reasons why his findings might not be universally applicable. Just mentioned is since we're discussing repeated applications of 915. I've proven to myself, objectively and conclusively, that I can layer both 845 and 476S, sure wouldn't be surprised if 915 layers just fine (as long as you do it right).
The guys at Collinite are great, huh? Always helpful, never defensive like "our perfect product couldn't do that, you're nuts" the way some other manufacturers can be.
Actually, as best I can recall I've never had any pseudo-holograms with Collinite except for when I used a QD on it before it cured fully. Not nearly the potential for disaster as with, say.. FK1000P.
A while back there was something on the internet about how a guy tried *unsuccessfully* to layer 915. Like, he had the ability to measure the build-film and he said it wouldn't layer. Heh heh, I know it's stirring the pot to even mention that
and I myself thought there were a lot of reasons why his findings might not be universally applicable. Just mentioned is since we're discussing repeated applications of 915. I've proven to myself, objectively and conclusively, that I can layer both 845 and 476S, sure wouldn't be surprised if 915 layers just fine (as long as you do it right).The guys at Collinite are great, huh? Always helpful, never defensive like "our perfect product couldn't do that, you're nuts" the way some other manufacturers can be.