Waxing the Corvette(or any car)
11-11-2015, 11:07 AM
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Drifting
First if you have a high intensity halogen or a LED/HID flashlight look over the paint-you will be surprised. The car as it comes from the dealer alone will more cases than not have defects due to their efforts upon delivery.
Most people believe the "2 Bucket " method to be the best way to reduce introducing defects. I have another belief-which for me has served me well.
Polishing is the only way to minimize/remove these defects. There are many products out that and there is not one "wonder product that does all. Over the years I have spent more than I dare say on products, and my current collection would be enough to stock the forum. Different paints will react differently with same product-so it's really a matter of what works best for you and your time-technique- desire and funds. Autogeek was mentioned and that's a real good starting point. Research first.
N o matter what you use-from the best of the coatings ( Opti-Gloss,C Quartz) to sealants to wax's and hybrid wax's- these are meant to protect first and will subtly enhance what you have- not " make it shine". That real shine comes from polishing.
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11-11-2015, 11:57 AM
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11-11-2015, 01:17 PM
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These type of threads usually get beat to death and many times drift off topic. The original question was "input on how you guys wax your car?"
Now does he really mean how do you correct the paint if it has swirls and scratches or does he mean what he asks, how do we wax our cars?
I use a good carnauba paste wax that i apply to one panel and then to a different panel in a location away from the first. As soon as I have applied the wax to the second panel I return to the first panel and with a super soft microfiber towel I remove the wax. I then apply a coat to a third panel and then return to the second panel for removing the wax. I do procedure until the car is complete. I do this because the wax I use needs to be removed before it dries completely.
That is how I wax my car.
I did post earlier about paint correction and a full detail that is finished with the application of the wax, but that is a totally different subject.
Now does he really mean how do you correct the paint if it has swirls and scratches or does he mean what he asks, how do we wax our cars?
I use a good carnauba paste wax that i apply to one panel and then to a different panel in a location away from the first. As soon as I have applied the wax to the second panel I return to the first panel and with a super soft microfiber towel I remove the wax. I then apply a coat to a third panel and then return to the second panel for removing the wax. I do procedure until the car is complete. I do this because the wax I use needs to be removed before it dries completely.
That is how I wax my car.
I did post earlier about paint correction and a full detail that is finished with the application of the wax, but that is a totally different subject.
Last edited by BWF07; 11-11-2015 at 01:18 PM.
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11-11-2015, 01:58 PM
#28
Melting Slicks
Personally, I like multiple light coats of Zaino, but to each his own.
At the end of the day, like painting a room, it's all in the prep.
Last edited by BSE1956; 11-11-2015 at 01:59 PM.
11-11-2015, 05:11 PM
#29
Burning Brakes
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These type of threads usually get beat to death and many times drift off topic. The original question was "input on how you guys wax your car?"
Now does he really mean how do you correct the paint if it has swirls and scratches or does he mean what he asks, how do we wax our cars?
I use a good carnauba paste wax that i apply to one panel and then to a different panel in a location away from the first. As soon as I have applied the wax to the second panel I return to the first panel and with a super soft microfiber towel I remove the wax. I then apply a coat to a third panel and then return to the second panel for removing the wax. I do procedure until the car is complete. I do this because the wax I use needs to be removed before it dries completely.
That is how I wax my car.
I did post earlier about paint correction and a full detail that is finished with the application of the wax, but that is a totally different subject.
Now does he really mean how do you correct the paint if it has swirls and scratches or does he mean what he asks, how do we wax our cars?
I use a good carnauba paste wax that i apply to one panel and then to a different panel in a location away from the first. As soon as I have applied the wax to the second panel I return to the first panel and with a super soft microfiber towel I remove the wax. I then apply a coat to a third panel and then return to the second panel for removing the wax. I do procedure until the car is complete. I do this because the wax I use needs to be removed before it dries completely.
That is how I wax my car.
I did post earlier about paint correction and a full detail that is finished with the application of the wax, but that is a totally different subject.
11-11-2015, 06:04 PM
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I've been waxed twice, and it hurts. 
11-11-2015, 07:03 PM
#31
Safety Car
If all you want to do is wash the car then wax it that is easy. Wash, dry, apply wax let it haze over and remove. Done car is washed and waxed.
If you want to car to be show ready there is a lot more involved after the wash and dry. Step one is to clay bar the complete car. A corvette can be done in less then an hour in most instances. After that you need to do what ever paint correction that is need to remove the swirls, and minor scratches, then polish then paint finish this is what makes it shine. Follow that with a good quality paint sealer, and finish it off with a good paste wax. Al this will take a few days if you do it right and I recommend a good random orbital buffer. Don't try and use a high speed circular buffer unless you have a lot of experience with them. You will end up doing more harm then good with one.
If you want to car to be show ready there is a lot more involved after the wash and dry. Step one is to clay bar the complete car. A corvette can be done in less then an hour in most instances. After that you need to do what ever paint correction that is need to remove the swirls, and minor scratches, then polish then paint finish this is what makes it shine. Follow that with a good quality paint sealer, and finish it off with a good paste wax. Al this will take a few days if you do it right and I recommend a good random orbital buffer. Don't try and use a high speed circular buffer unless you have a lot of experience with them. You will end up doing more harm then good with one.
A lot of work for show ready!!
11-11-2015, 08:03 PM
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11-11-2015, 08:22 PM
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Drifting
Had paint correction done and Flightshield applied. No more waxing to maintain the shine. No more oxidation and pretty difficult to scratch with good washing techniques.