newbie wax questions
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hello riskus and welcome to the forum,
this will greatly depend on what kind of wax you are using. also when you say "take a wax off', do you mean when applying a fresh coat of wax and buffing it off. Or are you attempting to strip a coat of wax from your car so that it has no wax on it at all?
this will greatly depend on what kind of wax you are using. also when you say "take a wax off', do you mean when applying a fresh coat of wax and buffing it off. Or are you attempting to strip a coat of wax from your car so that it has no wax on it at all?
Hey riskus for someone just starting out it is sure smart of you to seek out this site. You will be glad that you did. What condition is the paint in? How old is it? Is it oxidized? Is it new? Is the surface really clean? Is it smooth?
I'm kinda new to this but it seems to me that detailing a car is a lot like painting a house in that the work spent on <strong class='bbc'>preparing the surface[/b] for paint on a house or wax on a car is crucial for achieving the best final results.
Look forward to your future participation. Together we'll get your ride looking its best.
I'm kinda new to this but it seems to me that detailing a car is a lot like painting a house in that the work spent on <strong class='bbc'>preparing the surface[/b] for paint on a house or wax on a car is crucial for achieving the best final results.
Look forward to your future participation. Together we'll get your ride looking its best.
If you are going with Klasse, the AIO will strip whatever the dealer put on. If the paint is new, just do the AIO once and then start layering on the SG, usually after 2 or 3 layers you will have to wear protective eyewear so the shine doesn't hurt your eyes! 
Some people here like to add a layer of Blitz wax or Souveran to give it some extra depth, but it isn't necessary if you are happy with just the Klasse shine. It should last about 6 months or so before you have to re-apply. Just wash once a week and you are all set! If you search the archives you will find lots of tips on applying Klasse... Oh yeah, nice car!!
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Some people here like to add a layer of Blitz wax or Souveran to give it some extra depth, but it isn't necessary if you are happy with just the Klasse shine. It should last about 6 months or so before you have to re-apply. Just wash once a week and you are all set! If you search the archives you will find lots of tips on applying Klasse... Oh yeah, nice car!!H
Langley Interior Car Kare
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will look smokin' with the Klasse stuff on it...man o man.......i really like the bugs...they are hot....serach all the threads for a few days....and soon you will be the master of your domain...
....................................or just use Zaino....sorry i had to throw that in....
....................................or just use Zaino....sorry i had to throw that in....<blockquote class='ipsBlockquote' >
<em class='bbc'>Originally posted by riskus [/i]
<strong class='bbc'>AIO? SG? [/b]</blockquote>
Klasse <strong class='bbc'>A[/b]ll <strong class='bbc'>I[/b]n <strong class='bbc'>O[/b]ne and <strong class='bbc'>S[/b]ealant <strong class='bbc'>G[/b]laze
<em class='bbc'>Originally posted by riskus [/i]
<strong class='bbc'>AIO? SG? [/b]</blockquote>
Klasse <strong class='bbc'>A[/b]ll <strong class='bbc'>I[/b]n <strong class='bbc'>O[/b]ne and <strong class='bbc'>S[/b]ealant <strong class='bbc'>G[/b]laze
riskus,
Congrats on your purchase, VW is making some really sweet cars these days. I love the new Passats, they are basically Audi's with the VW badge.
Anyway back on topic. Since you have a black car, you will soon find out that many many things will scratch it. Here are some quick tips to keep it looking good:
Use the 2 Bucket wash method to aviod swirls. This method has 2 buckets (duh ) one has your car wash shampoo and water, and the other bucket has clean water. Wash one panel of your car at a time, and then rinse your mitt out in the clean water bucket. Do this after every panel, you will be amazed at how much dirt gets on your car.
Don't use cheap towels on a black car. Invest in some quailty towels. Microfiber and cotton are best. Magic/Miracle towels are awsome for paint. You can get them here www.properautocare.com or www.tacscar.com . Cotton towels are also great for helping to dry the car, and for other various uses. Get good ones, I personally use Fieldcrest Charisma towels. These towels are very pricey in department stores, around $19.99-$24.99 per bath towel. But, you can get them from the Fieldcrest outlet for much cheaper. www.fieldcrestcannonoutlet.com Also, if you have a HomeGoods store near you they also carry them at great prices, sometimes lower than the outlet store.
You don't need to be nervous about using Klasse. Once you get the hang of it, you will love it. Sometimes I can't help myself and feel the need to apply more layers of Sealant Glaze, I think I am addicted I suggest you use the Search feature, there are tons of threads about a wide range of topics and products. They range from just the basics to advanced applications of different products.
Welcome to the forum.
Congrats on your purchase, VW is making some really sweet cars these days. I love the new Passats, they are basically Audi's with the VW badge.
Anyway back on topic. Since you have a black car, you will soon find out that many many things will scratch it. Here are some quick tips to keep it looking good:
Use the 2 Bucket wash method to aviod swirls. This method has 2 buckets (duh
) one has your car wash shampoo and water, and the other bucket has clean water. Wash one panel of your car at a time, and then rinse your mitt out in the clean water bucket. Do this after every panel, you will be amazed at how much dirt gets on your car.Don't use cheap towels on a black car. Invest in some quailty towels. Microfiber and cotton are best. Magic/Miracle towels are awsome for paint. You can get them here www.properautocare.com or www.tacscar.com . Cotton towels are also great for helping to dry the car, and for other various uses. Get good ones, I personally use Fieldcrest Charisma towels. These towels are very pricey in department stores, around $19.99-$24.99 per bath towel. But, you can get them from the Fieldcrest outlet for much cheaper. www.fieldcrestcannonoutlet.com Also, if you have a HomeGoods store near you they also carry them at great prices, sometimes lower than the outlet store.
You don't need to be nervous about using Klasse. Once you get the hang of it, you will love it. Sometimes I can't help myself and feel the need to apply more layers of Sealant Glaze, I think I am addicted
I suggest you use the Search feature, there are tons of threads about a wide range of topics and products. They range from just the basics to advanced applications of different products.Welcome to the forum.
)Welcome riskus, nice ride. After you get your detailing tips here, check out http://www.vwvortex.com for some good VW forums.:up
Riskus
Use quality products like Klasse or Zaino and a whole list you will build as you read this forum (which product is the "best" is up to you)
Use good applicators and towels
But the most important thing to remember is to be patient and careful as you develop technique.
Washing and cleaning your car carefuly (as explained by ShowroomLincoln) applying thin layers of product and not rushing through the process will give you a deep shine that will keep your car looking good for a long time to come.
Welcome to the forum!
Use quality products like Klasse or Zaino and a whole list you will build as you read this forum (which product is the "best" is up to you)
Use good applicators and towels
But the most important thing to remember is to be patient and careful as you develop technique.
Washing and cleaning your car carefuly (as explained by ShowroomLincoln) applying thin layers of product and not rushing through the process will give you a deep shine that will keep your car looking good for a long time to come.
Welcome to the forum!
Riskus -
Nice looking ride! You'll find the Jetta easy to detail, just take your time and enjoy the "one-ness" with your dub! My only warning, watch out for the paint on the bumpers. It can "flake off" easily if you're scrubbing away bugs, etc.
You may also want to put Expel over the headlights (both CMA & Griot's Garage sell this). The expel is a thick plastic/vinyl that goes over your headlights and protects them from stone hits. It's much easier to replace the Expel than the polycarbonite lens!!
My first weekend after I took my baby home, I Klasse-fied her. It was a real nice experience. Here's the link to a write-up I did in answer to someone elses questions that are similar to yours.
Welcome to the neighborhood!
Nice looking ride! You'll find the Jetta easy to detail, just take your time and enjoy the "one-ness" with your dub! My only warning, watch out for the paint on the bumpers. It can "flake off" easily if you're scrubbing away bugs, etc.
You may also want to put Expel over the headlights (both CMA & Griot's Garage sell this). The expel is a thick plastic/vinyl that goes over your headlights and protects them from stone hits. It's much easier to replace the Expel than the polycarbonite lens!!
My first weekend after I took my baby home, I Klasse-fied her. It was a real nice experience. Here's the link to a write-up I did in answer to someone elses questions that are similar to yours.
Welcome to the neighborhood!
vettefan67
New member
This is the link I PMmed you yesterday. Great writeup by jimwh on how to use Klasse!
http://autopia-carport.com/forum/showthread.php3?s=&threadid=1143
http://autopia-carport.com/forum/showthread.php3?s=&threadid=1143