cet001

I was watching the cheesy DVD instructional video, and it said not to use petroleum-based waxes on the C6. Does anyone know why not?

Is there a single-application wax (i.e. not Zaino) that someone can recommend? Thanks.

Ginny C6

I can't answer your question concerning petroluem based wax, but I can tell you that Zaino is worth the effort. I used it on my Toyota Corolla to see how it worked before putting it on my C6. It is everything that it's advertised to be, plus last weekend I was at a Corvette re-union here in Titusville, and asked several owners what they used and all of them indicated Zaino.

Mr Mojo

There is no effort using Zaino and the product lasts a very long time.

LS WON

Well I have been using "Liquid Glass Polish" successfully since 1979 guess I have to shelf it for this C-6 car.

GTO_Vette_Guy

I just used the new Maguire's NXT wax. Very easy and it looks awesome.

vincent_esq

What would be an example of "petroleum" wax?

FASTRNU

Yea, what he said!

The painting process is the same water borne system as for the C5, correct? I used the Meguire's line on my four C5s without a single issue. I don't know if they are petroleum based or not.

Bug and tar removers almost certainly have to be. I used those for bugs and tar without issue either.

cet001

For instance, I'm using a synthetic wax made by Prestone. And the ingredients section on the label mention that it is petroleum based.

cet001

oh, ok. I was under the impression that it consisted of a 200-step process or something like that. Can someone point me to a good Zaino faq?

Lee6

i answered this one a couple of weeks ago:

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/showthread.php?t=919044

Thunderfoot

Is there a single-application wax (i.e. not Zaino) that someone can recommend? Thanks.?

Sure there is...Zaino is the best...actually all of their products are excellent. You can even call Sal if you want and he''ll answer all of your questions.

http://www.zainostore.com/Merchant2/...Q&Store_Code=Z

LS WON

Well we have polishes and then we have waxes. Aren't polishes slightly abrasive and contain petroleum which is why they can remove minor scratches and provide protection longer than wax? The waxes don't protect as well but are safe to use such as carnaba wax...correct me if I am wrong on this one...

bobby777

Trust us Ziano will not harm your car. Clay bar the whole car and start with 2 coats of ziano. You will be happy!!

LS WON

Can you skip the dawn dish wash detergent part. that is so taboo that I'm afraid of ruining the paint on the new car.

C5XPert

The petro distillates can attack and fog some clear coats. Never Ever use a petro based wax/polish on a "repainted" area as well.

TriStar

I'm a little on the lazy side, so I just use the NXT and it looks great. Easy on, very easy off.

fdxpilot

The whole point of the dawn is that it will remove almost anything from the paint (dirt, old wax, etc.) preparing the surface for a clean application of your chosen product. I used it before I clay-barred my vette, and will do the same thing on my wife's new PT Convertible. The combination of dawnand then the clay bar leaves the surface unbelievably smooth.

C6FirstVette

Well...after seeing many posts on Zaino I am going to pitch in on the Zymol...I have been doing concours (Mercedes) for many decades and exclusively use Zymol products..at some point I will post some of my detailing products that I have found to be very successful. Concerning the question of what uses petroleum ...I will not use this base product for any reason..and if you want to know which are petroleum based just rub a bit on any black trim and if it hazes it is petro based. Also I would never use Dawn on my car..far too agressive...simply wash with a good automotive wash such as Zymol or Mothers and then clay bar...of course this is IMHO.
Michael

Sandy S

So now that we have wandered all over the map... Does anyone know the answer to the original question? What are the petroleum-based waxes that need to be avoided and why? Inquiring minds need to know.

LKicklight

After using this product now for nearly three years, I can honestly say, it is the best darn stuff I have ever used and I have used it all. It is a Polymer Base Product, no wax, no silicone. My Dark Blue Met. 2000SS that I show, continues to look better every time I use it. Most people accuse me of having extra coats of clear applied. It is easy to use, especially with Micro Fiber Towels. Can't wait to get it on my new C6, hopefully by next week. You can go to RACEGLAZE.COM and find a distributor in you local area. Most hi end automobile paint stores will know of it. If not, get in touch with me, I can turn you onto another source. Oh yes, the stuff usally stays on six to eight months...Trust me on this one...Everyone that has used it, will swear by it now!
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