Which wax?

[Cushion182]

Would be grateful if someone could advise me on which wax to use.

I've got a Black Gold 182 and I currently use the following:

Megs NXT wash

Autoglym SRP (Not every wash!)

Megs Gold class wax

and I'm not really happy with the results from the Gold class and I want to buy a proper carnuba wax but unsure what to get as I've read that some work well on light cars others work better on darker cars.

Oh and I don't want to spend too much bout £20 - £30.

help much apreciated.

 

[S22 JGS]

20-30 LOL

u can get a proper good wax for 7-11 matey

im sure rich will be along soon to give you some tips

 

[Brand86]

Would be grateful if someone could advise me on which wax to use.

I've got a Black Gold 182 and I currently use the following:

Megs NXT wash

Autoglym SRP (Not every wash!)

Megs Gold class wax

and I'm not really happy with the results from the Gold class and I want to buy a proper carnuba wax but unsure what to get as I've read that some work well on light cars others work better on darker cars.

Oh and I don't want to spend too much bout £20 - £30.

help much apreciated.

Chemical Guys 50/50 wax is definitely the best wax I have used in that price bracket, think it is £25, available from Car Wash N Wax (see sticky at the top of the forum).

 

[Justin]

i use XXX hardcore wax and think its great.. i've heard good things about P21s aswell

 

[riz]

XXX is a good wax and 50/50 is very nice aswell, having used both i would say 50/50 has the edge, slightly deeper in appearance. for a bit more cash u can get some wax that rich uses (name has left my brain for a minute).

If i were you i would stick a sealant in there, either Autoglym AGP or jeffs acrylic etc

 

[Brand86]

XXX is a good wax and 50/50 is very nice aswell, having used both i would say 50/50 has the edge, slightly deeper in appearance. for a bit more cash u can get some wax that rich uses (name has left my brain for a minute).

If i were you i would stick a sealant in there, either Autoglym AGP or jeffs acrylic etc

50/50 has deeper slicker looks than the XXX and also lasts far longer, and easier to apply and remove. Doesn't smell as nice though!

 

[riz]

i got similar durability from both, XXX was a good wax but 50/50 was better

 

[kully]

I've seen the effects of p21s and would recommend that . 20 odd quid delivered

 

[Cushion182]

Thanks guys! sounds like 50/50 has the majority vote so I think I'll give that a try.

 

[Cushion182]

XXX is a good wax and 50/50 is very nice aswell, having used both i would say 50/50 has the edge, slightly deeper in appearance. for a bit more cash u can get some wax that rich uses (name has left my brain for a minute).

If i were you i would stick a sealant in there, either Autoglym AGP or jeffs acrylic etc

I was going to get a sealant but i was going to get Autoglym EGP. Is that any good?

 

[kully]

the best way ......

clay ....srp.........egp.........then a good wax(p21's) or other

 

[riz]

AGP is very good, two layers 24hrs apart will work wonders, jeffs is a spray and can be applied quicker and its easier, both have decent durability, i have some chemical guys M seal if u want it , i have only used it twice good stuff!!

 

[Cushion182]

so its better to add another sealant over the EGP? and then wax?

I thought EGP was a sealant is that not true?


thanks for the advice.

 

[riz]

polish - sealant- wax , thats it only use one sealant then wax over the top but u can layer a sealant for more durability

 

[kully]

so its better to add another sealant over the EGP? and then wax?

I thought EGP was a sealant is that not true?


thanks for the advice.

egp is a sealant , just wax over that , change my typo ..... as said above

polish - sealant - wax

 

[Cushion182]

Thanks, so I'll get some AGP and some 50/50.

oh and a clay bar.

 

[riz]

u also need a quick detailer, applicator pads and some drying/buffing towels

 

[Brand86]

polish - sealant- wax , thats it only use one sealant then wax over the top but u can layer a sealant for more durability

You can use different sealants over each other, but probably easier just to find a decent one and layer that up. I want to the M Sealant again as I was quite happy with it last time I used it in the Summer, but durability was quite weak. The Blackfire sealant is meant to be good but don't really need to get any more right now.

 

[kully]

lmao .....if we're going that far^^^^(was referring to the one before about detailer etc) then a good wash mitt too , two buckets ...lol

 

[riz]

oh and a glaze,
http://direct.tesco.com/q/R.200-5672.aspx
wheelguard

 

[kully]

now you've started something , tyre dressing and bumper care too

 

[riz]

rain x
peanut butter

 

[kully]

autoglym engine and machine cleaner , brushes for engine bay detailing

 

[Cushion182]

I've already got loads of microfibre towels, aplicator pads and 2 wash mits! I also use the two buckets method so all I need to get now is a clay bar / quick detailer, a sealant and change my wax!

Thanks 4 the advice guys.

 

[Cushion182]

oh and a glaze,
http://direct.tesco.com/q/R.200-5672.aspx
wheelguard

Thats taking it a bit far I think!

I've also got tyre dress bumper car etc..

But I do think rain X is good idea!

what is a glaze?

oh, and can i use my megs gold class wax on the wheels?

 

[Cushion182]

autoglym engine and machine cleaner , brushes for engine bay detailing

All in good time!

at this rate I'm going to spending about £100 on new stuff and i only asked about changing my wax.

thanks!

 

[lusty v-tec]

i often use chemical guys butter wet wax (sorry Rich but I couldnt resist. lol). The bling factor is fantastic but it doesnt last very long.

Its very good as a show wax!!

 

[Rich]

For you budget P21s or Chemical Guys 50/50.

Applied over Autoglym Super Resin and Extra Gloss Protection.

Personally I would pay a but extra and go for Swissvax Onyx on your Black Gold.

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/swissol/swissol-wax/swissvax-onyx/prod_230.html

http://www.richtreen.co.uk/images/182swissvax/

 

[Cushion182]

thanks for the advice that wax does seem a bit expensive. do you think the difference between that and 50/50 will be noticeable?

 

[Rich]

The finish and looks the Onyx leaves is a step above the 50/50. I have a pot of each and have not used the 50/50 since buying the Onyx. Well worth the extra IMO.

 

[Cushion182]

Ok you've covinced me!

p.s your car looks amazing!

thanks for the advice!