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Old 07-22-2017, 08:57 PM   #15
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Collonite no. 915. It looks great and it's really easy to use.
I wonder whats the difference from collinite 845 and 915?
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Old 07-22-2017, 09:18 PM   #16
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I wonder whats the difference from collinite 845 and 915?
915 is a carnauba paste wax

845 is a liquid carnauba originally used for electrical insulators. it is my choice for winter.
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Old 07-22-2017, 09:33 PM   #17
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915 is a carnauba paste wax

845 is a liquid carnauba originally used for electrical insulators. it is my choice for winter.
ahh ok. Hows it do when you get it on black rubber or vinyl parts?
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Old 07-22-2017, 11:38 PM   #18
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Same as any wax.

My experience is that the sooner you wipe wax off any undesired surface, the easier it is to remove. The longer it dries, the harder to remove.
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Old 07-22-2017, 11:44 PM   #19
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Old 07-23-2017, 07:32 AM   #20
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Car Pro Essence and Reload. UWW+ for quick waterless wash / QD.
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Old 07-23-2017, 07:55 AM   #21
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Wolfgang Deep Gloss Paint Sealant. Clean / prep the surface, apply to entire vehicle and buff off. Let it cure 8 hours no water contact and top it with Wolfgang Füzion paste. Both very easy to apply and remove.
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Old 07-23-2017, 10:41 AM   #22
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Same as any wax.

My experience is that the sooner you wipe wax off any undesired surface, the easier it is to remove. The longer it dries, the harder to remove.
I think I am going to try some. Thanks for the tips...
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Old 07-23-2017, 01:26 PM   #23
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Optimum Car Wax. It's a spray wax. It's fast, it's easy, protects wells and durability is pretty good considering my car is not garaged.
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Old 07-23-2017, 09:39 PM   #24
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Wax is dead, much better products out there that are easier, better, and produce much better gloss. Silica paint sealants and ceramic coatings are the best that is out there today. Check the cosmetic maintenance section.
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Old 07-23-2017, 09:39 PM   #25
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Car Pro Essence and Reload. UWW+ for quick waterless wash / QD.
2nd the Carpro products!
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Old 07-23-2017, 09:58 PM   #26
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Wax is dead, much better products out there that are easier, better, and produce much better gloss. Silica paint sealants and ceramic coatings are the best that is out there today. Check the cosmetic maintenance section.
I prepare a few show cars for high end shows and those customers require 100% carnauba wax. No sealants, coating or silica. Wax is far from dead.

Every paint color is different also. I think that MY car looks better with wax than with the coatings I have used (Opti and Chem Guys.)

My personal experience is that coatings last 3-6 months in the real world. They are expensive and difficult to apply. The longer it lasts, the more difficult it is. High end wax cost <$5 per application. Heck Chemical Guys coating is $150!

Don't get me wrong, I will put a coating on for a paying customer who wants it. I also use spray on/rinse off silica sealants McKee's Hydro Blue and Gyeon Wet Coat for regular customers. THey will give good protection for 3 months.
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Old 07-23-2017, 10:05 PM   #27
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Wax is dead here in Florida. In the heat, sealants last much longer.
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Old 07-24-2017, 10:24 AM   #28
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I used to use waxes, but i just put 3 coats of Gyeon Mohs on my car and washed it for the first time yesterday.....OMG! Water couldn't run fast enough off the car. I'll never have a car that I don't use a ceramic coating like this IMO. Amazing. I posted a video on my instagram page....not sure if I can post it here but i'll try.
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