Collinite 476s?

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Ok, Im getting ready to run to Harbor Freight and pick up some 476s.



My question is: What is your experience with Collinites claimed ability to resist detergents and retain its strength?



Dawn doesnt break it down?



I guess we'll see. Im going to write a review.



Post your thoughts or experiences.
 
I know there are tons of thread on it but don't feel like searching for them and just 1 question.



What kind of shine does it give ?
 
Premium said:
Ok, Im getting ready to run to Harbor Freight and pick up some 476s.



My question is: What is your experience with Collinites claimed ability to resist detergents and retain its strength?



Dawn doesnt break it down?



I guess we'll see. Im going to write a review.



Post your thoughts or experiences.
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Dawn won't strip 476s in one application. It might if you add the entire bottle to your bucket, but a few ounces won't. Detergent proof? I don't know. Detergent resistant? Yes. IME 476S has been the most durable product I've tried, and I've tried a few.



The look is very shiny, not super deep. It's really slick, cleans up well. As above, adding 845 adds some depth. Actually, adding Opti Seal does too, fwiw.
 
Premium said:
Dawn doesnt break it down?



I guess we'll see..
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OK, I just gotta ask: why the interest in whether Dawn strips 476S? Sorry, I'm curious about why you'd care :confused:



I agree with everybody else, 476S is right up there with the most durable sealants like KSG and it's always the LSP of choice for at least one of my drivers. Even some regulars here who greatly prefer sealants agree that 476S is one seriously durable LSP; I think it's about the only wax that wannafbody is really impressed by :D



I do prefer to apply it over a base of 845 and I like to use FK425 over it for a final bit of "pop".



The appearance of 476S seems especially dependent on prep. A *really* good prep job results in 476S looking very nice, but a just-OK prep job results in it looking just OK. I thought it was muting the flake on my DenaliXL until I gave it a better final polishing and reapplied the 476S, then the metallic effect was nice and impressive. IME a final burnishing step is *not* a waste of time if you want 476S to look its best.
 
My experiences with it echo Picus and Setec. It really is great stuff. The only thing I could add is to make sure you apply it thin. T H I N. Like, *not* thick. It'll punish you if you put it on too thick; removal will be very difficult. Some guys don't let it dry quite as much to make it easier to remove, and from what they say, it doesn't adversely effect it's durability or protection. Using a damp applicator also helps make it easier to apply thin.



One technique that seems to work pretty well: damp applicator, rub the stuff in well to a very thin layer, then let it dry til it completely passes the finger swipe test. Wipe the residue off with a clean MF towel, wait an hour, then go over it lightly with FK1 425 QD which helps reduce the static (greatly reduces dust accumulation).



Hope you enjoy the Collinite as much as we do... let us know! :)
 
Oh, adding to SuperBee's statement, if you would like to apply with machine (4 inch pad fits nicely), just soak a black pad in water and spin it dry with a PC. That will retain enough moisture in it to dampen the pad. Now you can stick it in the can and swirl it around (I put it on speed 1 for a second or 2). After that, use the machine on speed 3 to put apply to the car :)



I had to use that method as I tend to put heavy coats when waxes are in the solid form :hairpull
 
i love the wax......it works great and is extremely durable....i use it on my boat as well and it is the only wax i have found that makes it more than a weekend or two in the salt and sun.....



it holds up well to any wash soaps i have thrown at it.....



just did a double coat of it on my wifes 2008 altima today and i am hoping to get to my trailblazer this weekend......



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476 lasted through the Northeastern winter for us last year, it's strong enough to resist the salt, sand, general winter grime and repeated washings. Shine is ok. It's a great endurance wax, especially for winter conditions. I put it on again for the coming winter.



Must be put on very thin.
 
SuperBee364 said:
Some guys don't let it dry quite as much to make it easier to remove, and from what they say, it doesn't adversely effect it's durability or protection. Using a damp applicator also helps make it easier to apply thin.
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That's what I do. I apply it just like Souveran. Damp applicator, one panel, remove with mf.
 
SuperBee364 said:
Some guys don't let it dry quite as much to make it easier to remove, and from what they say, it doesn't adversely effect it's durability or protection.
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Picus said:
That's what I do. I apply it just like Souveran. Damp applicator, one panel, remove with mf.
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Whereas I, OTOH, let both 476S and Souveran dry completely before buffing off the residue. I seem to get *slightly* better durability that way, but I dunno if it's any big difference.



The intructions from Collinite have recommended both methods, maybe *they* can't make up their minds either :chuckle:



After being challenged to try it by Mike Phillips, I once let Souveran set up for over an hour, and it buffed off easily. Wouldn't try that with a thick application though ;)
 
I've let 476S set up overnight and buffed off the next day. Had no problem buffing off as long as you put on a very thin coat. I use a water mister to help remove it if I didn't put on a thin coat.
 
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