Curious - Anyone Use Klasse Products

Lafourche1 · 07-30-2019, 10:46 AM

I have had vehicles ceramic coated and that lasted about a year and then needed to be recharged (~$800 + ~$200 -- white vehicles). I have tried the SiO2 (Hydrosilex) and that lasted about 4-6 weeks after two coats over 2 weeks.

This brings me back full circle to the Klasse All-in-One and Klasse Sealant. The Klasse AIO goes on easy and comes off easy. It takes about he same effort as the SiO2 products. It lasts 3-4 months. The next step is to lay down a good AIO base and then go back the next weekend with the sealant. There is more work with the sealant (cure and rub / buff off). However, this seems to last 6 months or more and be pretty resistant to bugs, rain and dirt. I can just foam cannon and then rinse off. I have an electric pressure washer that does 2100PSI and I use the 40 degree or sometimes the 25 degree when first wetting and then rinsing the car.

Just looking for some other input or opinions. I am older and getting lazier as time passes. The wheels are still tough with the stock pads (I still track the car a bit).

Glen e · 07-30-2019, 11:05 AM

I think your plan is sound, however all those products will work a lot better with a finishing polish. Have you used that first? That really increases the gloss better than any last step product of whatever you’re using.

I also think buying products from the same manufacturer amp up everything too. Does Klasse make a finishing polish?

Lafourche1 · 07-30-2019, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Glen e

I think your plan is sound, however all those products will work a lot better with a finishing polish. Have you used that first? That really increases the gloss better than any last step product of whatever you’re using.

I also think buying products from the same manufacturer amp up everything too. Does Klasse make a finishing polish?

Glen, the All-in-One product is a cleaner / polish. It will remove dead paint or other smaller imperfections.

Glen e · 07-30-2019, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Lafourche1

Glen, the All-in-One product is a cleaner / polish. It will remove dead paint or other smaller imperfections.

I know that. A cleaner wax is not a finishing polish. Try one and see ....a sample on your car

Lafourche1 · 07-30-2019, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Glen e

I know that. A cleaner wax is not a finishing polish. Try one and see ....a sample on your car

To be honest, I don't think that I'd put in the time needed to do a full polish. Most of the ones that I've looked at require a buffer and perhaps a level of skill that I may not have.

I only have the car for another 19 months or so.

EJR8402 · 08-01-2019, 08:51 AM

You don't have to wait between applying AIO and applying any kind of sealant, including SG. Depending on conditions, it takes 8-12 hours for a coat of SG to cure, and it can be layered for better results.

Make sure you have a bottle of distilled water on hand to apply to the applicator when you apply the AIO. You will likely also need the water to remove high spots when you apply the SG. Don't use quick detailer for this, as it could mess with the curing process. For better results with the AIO, use a DAP.

I recommend using a paint cleanser of some sort before this process, again with a DAP.

07-30-2019, 10:46 AM	#1
Lafourche1 Drives: 2019 CLA 450 Mercedes Join Date: May 2016 Location: South Louisiana Posts: 1,107	Curious - Anyone Use Klasse Products I have had vehicles ceramic coated and that lasted about a year and then needed to be recharged (~$800 + ~$200 -- white vehicles). I have tried the SiO2 (Hydrosilex) and that lasted about 4-6 weeks after two coats over 2 weeks. This brings me back full circle to the Klasse All-in-One and Klasse Sealant. The Klasse AIO goes on easy and comes off easy. It takes about he same effort as the SiO2 products. It lasts 3-4 months. The next step is to lay down a good AIO base and then go back the next weekend with the sealant. There is more work with the sealant (cure and rub / buff off). However, this seems to last 6 months or more and be pretty resistant to bugs, rain and dirt. I can just foam cannon and then rinse off. I have an electric pressure washer that does 2100PSI and I use the 40 degree or sometimes the 25 degree when first wetting and then rinsing the car. Just looking for some other input or opinions. I am older and getting lazier as time passes. The wheels are still tough with the stock pads (I still track the car a bit). __________________ 2019 Lunar Blue Metallic Mercedes CLS 450 2021 C43 AMG Mercedes Coupe Metallic Cardinal Red 2014 Lincoln MKT EcoBoost (The Bus)

07-30-2019, 11:05 AM	#2
Glen e Retired from Car mfrs.... Drives: 2LT RS/HR-V Join Date: May 2013 Location: /Fort Lauderdale Posts: 10,048	I think your plan is sound, however all those products will work a lot better with a finishing polish. Have you used that first? That really increases the gloss better than any last step product of whatever you’re using. I also think buying products from the same manufacturer amp up everything too. Does Klasse make a finishing polish? __________________ Glen CLICK HERE for detailing a new car: detailing for non detailers CLICK HERE for how to rinseless CLICK HERE for EASY wheel sealant

08-01-2019, 08:51 AM	#6
EJR8402 Drives: 2019 Red Hot 1SS "Scarlett" Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 194	You don't have to wait between applying AIO and applying any kind of sealant, including SG. Depending on conditions, it takes 8-12 hours for a coat of SG to cure, and it can be layered for better results. Make sure you have a bottle of distilled water on hand to apply to the applicator when you apply the AIO. You will likely also need the water to remove high spots when you apply the SG. Don't use quick detailer for this, as it could mess with the curing process. For better results with the AIO, use a DAP. I recommend using a paint cleanser of some sort before this process, again with a DAP.

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