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04-01-2022, 04:57 AM
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What is the most popular wax?
While it may never have quite the depth of shine of a Montana, I'd like to
1. protect the finish of my new camper
2. make it glisten
I'd like a wax that is durable and UV resistant and since I'm old and decrepit something fairly easy to apply.
I use Meguiar's Mirror Glaze 3 on my electric guitar bodies but I'm not sure how far a 16 ounce bottle will go on a 5th wheel.
So what is the most popular wax for achieving that "showroom shine"?
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04-01-2022, 05:01 AM
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I use Nu finish liquid. Seems to hold up nicely.
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04-01-2022, 07:10 AM
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NuFinish or Turtle Wax ICE. Both are easy to apply, easy to wipe off and seem to last fairly well.
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04-01-2022, 08:01 AM
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Don't apply too much Nu Finish, or you will be buffing it off.
I like Klasse, easy on easy off. Put a coat of carnuba on top of it for a deep shine.
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04-01-2022, 08:11 AM
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I like the Turtle Wax. Easy to apply. Time for a new coat when the weather is a little better.
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04-01-2022, 10:37 AM
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Has anybody tried Liquid Glass?
One advantage appears to be they actually encourage it's use in full sun.
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04-01-2022, 11:16 AM
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I use meguires flagship…been thinking about a ceramic coating …I need to research a little more though
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04-01-2022, 12:50 PM
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I detail cars and motorcycles and I have full body paint so I use Black Fire products to polish, and paint seal, put a coat of ivory carnauba wax over that. 10 years old and still looks better than the day I brought it home.
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04-01-2022, 01:54 PM
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[QUOTE=bsmith0404;493393]I detail cars and motorcycles and I have full body paint so I use Black Fire products to polish, and paint seal, put a coat of ivory carnauba wax over that. 10 years old and still looks better than the day I brought it home.[/QUOTE
I’m sure the full body paint is more durable then just the filon with stickers for graphics.
I don’t think you can use polish on filon as it’s abrasive.
Could be wrong but I dunno
I’d like to have full body paint..maybe next fiver
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04-01-2022, 02:13 PM
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[QUOTE=jasin1;493403]
Quote:
Originally Posted by bsmith0404
I detail cars and motorcycles and I have full body paint so I use Black Fire products to polish, and paint seal, put a coat of ivory carnauba wax over that. 10 years old and still looks better than the day I brought it home.[/QUOTE
I’m sure the full body paint is more durable then just the filon with stickers for graphics.
I don’t think you can use polish on filon as it’s abrasive.
Could be wrong but I dunno
I’d like to have full body paint..maybe next fiver
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You can, you just can’t use an aggressive polish or an aggressive pad. A one step DAT product and a light cut (orange foam) pad will remove oxidation and give a little sheen. Then adding a nice paint sealant will help protect it, put a quality carnauba wax over that. That’ll give you a year worth of protection. Better if you can wax again at 6 months, the wax will break down after about 4, but the sealant will last. A ceramic coating will last about a year as well.
FBP is nice if you plan to keep it a long time. IMO, not worth the money if keeping 5 years or less.
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04-01-2022, 02:50 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by wrvond
While it may never have quite the depth of shine of a Montana, I'd like to
1. protect the finish of my new camper
2. make it glisten
I'd like a wax that is durable and UV resistant and since I'm old and decrepit something fairly easy to apply.
I use Meguiar's Mirror Glaze 3 on my electric guitar bodies but I'm not sure how far a 16 ounce bottle will go on a 5th wheel.
So what is the most popular wax for achieving that "showroom shine"?
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Protect well, make it glisten, showroom shine, and .... easy to apply for old a decrepit? Well I'm watching this one 'cause I'm definitely old & decrepit!
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2012 Laredo 303 TG
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04-01-2022, 05:00 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by bsmith0404
I detail cars and motorcycles and I have full body paint so I use Black Fire products to polish, and paint seal, put a coat of ivory carnauba wax over that. 10 years old and still looks better than the day I brought it home.
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Wow! That looks like what I need to use on my Ruby Red truck!
Good to know about the filon. I'd hate to damage that!
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04-01-2022, 05:21 PM
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It’s amazing on red!
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04-01-2022, 05:42 PM
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I use Rejex sealer it is a Corrosion X product that is polymer based. If it is good enough for a boat in salt water or an aircraft at 40,000 ft and 60F below zero it is good enough for my travel trailer and vehicles. I apply it once a year
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2016 Ford F350 CC 6.7 4x4 SRW (Ghost Rider)
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04-01-2022, 05:45 PM
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A few years back, ZEP was all the rage. Did that die out?
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04-01-2022, 07:16 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by wrvond
A few years back, ZEP was all the rage. Did that die out?
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I’ve never used zep. I know a lot of people used them, but I’ve always considered them more commercial/car wash type products and too harsh. Doesn’t mean they’re bad, people like them, I’m just very particular about what I use. I guess spending 8-10 hours polishing a vehicle to level paint/remove scratches will do that. I’ve had some I’ve done with over 30 hours of polishing.
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04-03-2022, 03:27 AM
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I have always had great luck with Collinite products
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04-03-2022, 04:21 AM
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[QUOTE=jasin1;493403]
Quote:
Originally Posted by bsmith0404
I detail cars and motorcycles and I have full body paint so I use Black Fire products to polish, and paint seal, put a coat of ivory carnauba wax over that. 10 years old and still looks better than the day I brought it home.[/QUOTE
I’m sure the full body paint is more durable then just the filon with stickers for graphics.
I don’t think you can use polish on filon as it’s abrasive.
Could be wrong but I dunno
I’d like to have full body paint..maybe next fiver
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Try 3M Fiberglass Restorer and Wax
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04-07-2022, 07:42 AM
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Second vote for Meguires Flagship marine wax.
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04-07-2022, 09:59 AM
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303 Graphene Nano Spray. Better than Ceramic! Lasts for at least 12 Months. You can check YouTube for Videos. Goes On and Wipes off easily, a little goes a long way. I got it from Autopia-CareCare.com if use code EBAY25 for 25% off. I'm not associated with this company.
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