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Apr 26, 2005 | 10:35 PM

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Epitrochoid

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Originally Posted by Lonely Raven

I'd like to see some pics if you don't mind.

I use Zymol myself, but I buy the upper mid level wash and
wax products. Expensive, but worth it.
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Damn, that's some nice pics. Mine kinda suck in comparision. Here's what I got (guess it's time for a new camera!)...

Apr 27, 2005 | 02:46 AM

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Here's my xA after 3 fresh coats of Zaino.

Mirror like finish on white is very hard to achieve since it white lacks the reflective element of darker colors. But Zaino really brings out the depth on any paint regardless of color.

Apr 28, 2005 | 04:51 AM

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Huey

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i've still havn't waxed my car

May 3, 2005 | 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by ikonXone

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Originally Posted by SCI_TC_GUY

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...... be sure to use a clay bar which will help remove anything excess wax build up

not true...clay bar is for impurities in the paint.....after you wash and dry, run the back of your hand lightly across the paint....if it doesn't feel like glass, you need to clay.... very small, non-visible particles of dirt and sap and such will actually get imbedded into your paint and make it "rough"(anything but smooth)....you can generally feel this the most on the side skirts and front bumper.....

another tip: these are the steps you should take for wash, etc.

1)wash
2) dry
3)clay
4)Paint Cleaner/buff
5)Paint Polish/buff
6)Wax/buff

personally, I like using Meguiars 3 step system (4, 5, and 6)..... Meguiars gives me excellent end results and is easily accessible and not pricey....

actually, along with removing the extra grim that is in the clear coat it will remove excess wax which people don't usually take the time to remove. the theory is that washing with car soap will remove all the excess wax, but that is not true. you need to use a dish soap along with the clay bar to get off everything you want. after reading my original post it looks like i left out some words.

woah... dish soap? i thought you weren't supposed to use detergents like that. that's why you use those specialized gallons of car wash instead of dish soap.

May 3, 2005 | 06:02 PM

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well... dish soap only to strip the car of wax. it's not something to use every time you take the wash to it, unless of course you're re-waxing every time you wash.

May 3, 2005 | 06:05 PM

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3-4 times a year by hand....the wax stays on the car dude...ur just piling in on there otherwise...besides...if your car is still new the factory has a pretty good wax on there already...and the more you wax the more likely you will scratch the car...make sure to take off all jewlery before u do it...and besides...our cars are known for their weak paint...so be carefull...if u want it shiny just wash it.

May 3, 2005 | 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by WutsHapanin

I also have never waxed before, but I've been reading Autopia forums. They seem to suggest using Klasse All In One to clean the paint after claying, then applying Klasse Sealant Glaze followed by any waxes.
Has anybody used these products? What would you guys recommend?

I'm not looking for the perfect shine. I'm just looking for something that'll protect the paint but requires very little maintenance as I wash and take care of all of our family's cars. It's a biatch to keep 3 cars regularly clean but my tC gets the best treatment! Thanks!

Klasse products are great. Similar to zaino, both are synthetic. All in one is a cleaner/sealant and the sealant glaze is the same but without the cleaner. You can layer the sealant glaze, i have about 10 coats over the past 4 months and the car is very bright in the sunlight and is like a mirror at night. diehards do a coat a day (the most you can do so the acrylic can cure) for a whole month and stories of those cars is 'blinding'.

KEY IS IF IN DOUBT, USE LESS. only 1 oz is required to do the entire car. hard to believe but incredibly true. one 16oz bottle should last 8+ years.

all you need is the all-in-one every six months, stand-alone sealant is optional. put it on the glass, paint, anything nonporous and it will bead water for months.

i get mine from properautocare, their customer service is excellent.

http://store.yahoo.com/classic-motoring/kla-16.html

from their site (for all-in-one, which is all you really need minimally):

Pro: Very easy to apply and buff off.
Pro: Very bright shine.
Pro: Excellent environmental protection.
Pro: Long Lasting.
Pro: You can wax over it with a carnauba wax if desired to deepen the shine.
Con: Can highlight swirls and paint imperfections.
Con: Some enthusiasts feel the shine is "sterile" on dark color cars.