Time between coats

Deutsch Marques

Deutsch Marques

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Forgive me, for this has probably been asked already. (I'm terrible at finding things via search, always gettign results that have no connection to what I was looking for.)

Anyway, I have some EX-P for the cars, and PB's Wheel Sealant for the wheels. The first question is how many coats should I be putting on? Yeah, I know 32 coats sells more product, but I'm looking for a balance between obsessively coating until my hands fall off, and getting a decent layer of protection and shine. ;)

Secondly, how long should I wait between coats? Does one coat need to set up or harden before you can apply the next? I don't want to do all the work of adding coats when in reality I'm actually removing the previous coat.

Thanks! :D
 
For me, two coats produce a great look ... any more seem to be a waste of time and product. I like to wait at least 12 hours and better yet 24 hours for the second coat. This will allow the sealant to properly cure. This product produces its best results if after applying, it is left on the vehicle for an hour or two before removing. It appears, at least to my eyes, to have more gloss and it is easier to remove.
 
My opinion -

2 applications at the minimum for complete coverage, 3 if you want to feel all warm and fuzzy about it.

It's probably best to wait 12 hours minimum up to 24 hours for complete curing/bonding/whatever.
 
I agree with the above postings ... 2 initial coats to insure full coverage ... keep dry for 24-72 hours and then add another coat if you choose ... after 3 coats there will not be much of a difference. :) .........

but some people do add another coat every week just for therapy :D
 
My wife came into the garage and thought I was crazy (or something) because I was sniffing my wheels. An hour later, she was helping check tire pressures by putting the valve stem caps back on... and was commenting on how good the wheels smelled!

BTW... both cars have 18" multi-cross-spoke style wheels. A real PITA to wax by hand. Do those power ball doodads work good for PBWS? Any specific one over the others?
 
Deutsch Marques said:
My wife came into the garage and thought I was crazy (or something) because I was sniffing my wheels. An hour later, she was helping check tire pressures by putting the valve stem caps back on... and was commenting on how good the wheels smelled!

BTW... both cars have 18" multi-cross-spoke style wheels. A real PITA to wax by hand. Do those power ball doodads work good for PBWS? Any specific one over the others?
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:lol2: ... not sure I have had anyone sniffing wheels before :rofl

I don't think you can apply WS with a power ball :hmmm:
 
Poorboy said:
:lol2: ... not sure I have had anyone sniffing wheels before :rofl

I don't think you can apply WS with a power ball :hmmm:
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After the wheel sniffing incident, I opened my cabinet and let her sniff all my PB products!

Hmmm, yeah... applying a paste with a power ball-like thingy may not work. How about removing?
 
Regarding the powerballs, I have one that I have found a lot of use for. I have used it on wheels (my boat trailer to be exact) with some chrome polish. Not sure how well it would work as an applicator for a wax. I'm sure if you kept it slow, it might be like applying with a PC or something.
 
I always think two coats is adequate, but if I'm using Natty's I use more just because its so easy to use, Where in Western MA are you?
 
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