Chemical Guys 50/50 wax.

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Changeling

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I asked you guys about the Chemical Guys wax but I still had questions.

The longevity of this wax (In the can) is not especially good at all! So, if you are going to hang on to a tin (opened), be prepared for a disappointment! In other words, if you put it in your arsenal (once opened), you better plan on using it within a couple of years or so .

These guys seem to be very honest or they wouldn't have put forth information that could be detrimental to there company, also that kind of identification with there product is actually very complementary to all who are interested regarding the product.

Dam, I think they are honest! When is the last time you ever heard that from a company? NO, I have absolutely no affiliation with this company!



Changeling





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I need to know the following about your 50/50 wax. 1. Is this a pure carnuba ...

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Hi thanks for your E-mail. We have gone ahead and answered your question in the order received.







I need to know the following about your 50/50 wax.



1. Is this a pure carnuba blend? Yes however our unique and exclusive emulsion process allows us to lace the white carnauba with a 98% proof Amino Functional Resign and a LTI Base fluorocarbon polymer resin to extend durability above that of any current paste wax.



2. Are there absolutely any cleaners in this wax? Nope



3. What is the shelf life after a tin has been opened and resealed? If the lid is wiped clean and sealed properly the quality of the product should not be compromised allowing for usual shelf life of 2-3 years once opened.







We hope you enjoy the product and look forward to your feedback on the product,







Best Wishes,







Stacey Chambers

Chemical Guys

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Well that is news for sure, a lot of people will not like that news. for those people give me a shout and I will take any CG 50/50 you do not want off of your hands. give me a shout.
 
Unless there is something that special about it, I'd say 2-3 is very conservative for a carnauba. For me its the sealants that go all wierd in the bottle after a couple of years.
 
i can't imagine using up a tin of any wax...i just used my 476s for the first time a few days ago and used such a tiny amount that you could barely even tell i opened the can. i think it will last me the rest of my life (assuming it doesn't decompose first). hehehe
 
Hmm..."98% proof Amino Functional Resin"...another LSP with Amino Functional Resin is Poorboy's EX-P, I wonder what proof that is, and shouldn't they have to put that on the bottle like Bacardi and Captain Morgan? :think: Maybe the shelf life is cuz the alcohol evaporates...
 
Setec Astronomy said:
Hmm..."98% proof Amino Functional Resin"...another LSP with Amino Functional Resin is Poorboy's EX-P, I wonder what proof that is, and shouldn't they have to put that on the bottle like Bacardi and Captain Morgan? :think: Maybe the shelf life is cuz the alcohol evaporates...
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Since when are you allowed to drink alcohol, young man? :grinno: :p
 
i just got mine today,#317 of 2000.i almost wanted to keep it as a kinda collector item but i guess now i have to actually put my $50 to use:grinno:
 
icu812 said:
I would think if you put it in a seal-o-meal bag the shelf life would be greatly x-tended
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Maybe you could melt it down, pour in a ice cube tray, freeze all the cubes, and just take out as needed! Gee, icu812, I think my posting this finding was totally unnecessary. I just plain never thought of all the possibilities!:wow:



Seal a meal bag would really be a great idea also, everyone knows those things are better than a factory can designed for controlling the waxes environment.



Some people can't imagine using up a tin of wax! No comments!



I thought this would be thought of as a good finding/understanding for the forum of the product, but the negatives seem to all come from new people (suddenly appeared) that obviously have a greater understanding of controlling/shelf life of the "product" than the manufacture. I am absolutely in AWE of everyones expertise.:2thumbs:

Thanks to all for the great input, Changeling
 
so freezing the wax would be OK?would it hurt the wax in the fact that if years down the road i decided to thaw it out and use it it would still be good to go?
 
socommatthews said:
so freezing the wax would be OK?would it hurt the wax in the fact that if years down the road i decided to thaw it out and use it it would still be good to go?
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I think he was being facetious with the comment about freezing.



Since the Seal-a-Meal would vacuum seal the tin of wax it might not be that bad of an idea. It would at least keep the wax from drying out if the tin isn't completely airtight. I wrap a couple of my spare tins of Meg's #16 with shrink-wrap for about the same reason and to keep those beautiful #16 blue tins from getting scratched. Hmmm, maybe I should have bought the wife a Seal-a-Meal for Christmas :chuckle:



Actually, since some members have reported tins of #16 lasting for about 10 years, the 50/50 wax might have a longer shelf life than CG is projecting. They might have thrown out those figures just to be on the safe side.
 
Changeling said:
Maybe you could melt it down, pour in a ice cube tray, freeze all the cubes, and just take out as needed! Gee, icu812, I think my posting this finding was totally unnecessary. I just plain never thought of all the possibilities!:wow:



Seal a meal bag would really be a great idea also, everyone knows those things are better than a factory can designed for controlling the waxes environment.



Some people can't imagine using up a tin of wax! No comments!



I thought this would be thought of as a good finding/understanding for the forum of the product, but the negatives seem to all come from new people (suddenly appeared) that obviously have a greater understanding of controlling/shelf life of the "product" than the manufacture. I am absolutely in AWE of everyones expertise.:2thumbs:

Thanks to all for the great input, Changeling
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WOW! I'm pretty sure icu812's comment was meant to be serious and constructive. An airtight bag would extend the product life. I think you mistook it for sarcasm when it wasn't intended that way. Of course there was no mistaking your sarcasm. ;)
 
mbkintner said:
WOW! I'm pretty sure icu812's comment was meant to be serious and constructive. An airtight bag would extend the product life. I think you mistook it for sarcasm when it wasn't intended that way. Of course there was no mistaking your sarcasm. ;)
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Who me, whatever gave you that idea.:spit:
 
Hmmm, I got a Food Saver (seal-a-meal) for Christmas. And now, another use for it.



Seriously, if I ever buy a tin of something that is expensive (50-50, Souveran), I think I would go that route. I can just cut off the bag, use it, and bag it anew.
 
Maybe this will help, guys. It's an email I sent to Collinite, it's not CG but it is wax.



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As long as you store the product at room temperature the can should last for

5 years or more, just don't expose the product to freezing temperatures,

heat or water/moisture.



Mike Oczkowski

Customer Service

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from: Changeling

To: <[email protected]>

Sent: Tuesday, January 09, 2007 6:30 PM

Subject: Collinite 476s





> What is the shelf life of this wax (tin can) once the can has been

> opened and resealed?

> Lola

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Changeling said:
Maybe you could melt it down, pour in a ice cube tray, freeze all the cubes, and just take out as needed!
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You sir are living dangerous life. I would never dare to do anything like that as I am afraid of consenquence of me reaching for something to cool my drink with just to find out that gin was on #16. (J/K)
 
ZoranC said:
You sir are living dangerous life. I would never dare to do anything like that as I am afraid of consequences of me reaching for something to cool my drink with just to find out that gin was on #16. (J/K)
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Oh come on ZoranC, that is a direct admittance that you have never tried that famous old southern drink made famous at the Kentucky Derby! The infamous " Gin & #16" :wow: :heelclick



Changeling
 
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