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Old 08-05-2012, 11:29 PM
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I use Zanio polish on my car but I want a wax also. What is the best for my car and should I polish then wax or reverse?
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Old 08-06-2012, 09:15 AM
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Wolfgang Fuzion works great on metallics (Thanks AG!). I tried it over Zaino a couple of months ago, and was very pleased with the results. Its also very easy on-easy off with no dusting.
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Zaino first, wax second. Let the Zaino cure for a day before topping with wax.

As far as what wax, you'll get LOTS of opinions on that. There's many quality wax products out there. I can recommend Pinnacle Souveran without reservation, but am interested in Griot's new Premium Carnauba Wax...haven't used it yet, though. Maybe you could you use it and give a review?
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I have used Zainos for years. However, I have recently started to use only the Z-CS after prepping the vehicle. Once the Z-CS had cured, about 4 hours or so, I then apply a coat of Pinnacle Souveran Signature Series II paste wax. Outstanding. And, I apply subsequent applications of PSS II once every 4 weeks after that.
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if you are looking for a "wax" with carnuaba then consider waxes from Wolfgang, Dodo Juice, Pinnacle and P21S. These will offer alot of wetness, gloss, and depth. Most are pure waxes with no cleaners or polishes so you should do this first as desired to have the best paint. If paint is in good condition you might wanna use a paint cleansing lotion which chemically preps for new waxes.

Sealants are synthetic waxes and offer longer protection. These products often look glossy and reflective. Products like Wolfgang, Rejex, Duragloss, and Blackfire are well liked here for good reason they work !

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Very happy with the results of Wolfgang Fusion that I use monthly on our Cyber Gray Coupe and this is after a proper prep and Wolfgang Selant first
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Originally Posted by Roughrider
Zaino first, wax second. Let the Zaino cure for a day before topping with wax.

As far as what wax, you'll get LOTS of opinions on that. There's many quality wax products out there. I can recommend Pinnacle Souveran without reservation, but am interested in Griot's new Premium Carnauba Wax...haven't used it yet, though. Maybe you could you use it and give a review?
Have you tried Adams Carnuba yet?
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You would want to clay first then polish and finally wax.
Our Patriot carnauba paste wax would give your red a deep wet look.
Thanks for looking!

http://adamspolishes.com/shop/exteri...triot-wax.html
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Originally Posted by Adam's Polish
You would want to clay first then polish and finally wax.
Our Patriot carnauba paste wax would give your red a deep wet look.
Thanks for looking!

http://adamspolishes.com/shop/exteri...triot-wax.html
You must paint correct first for a great finish and shine. No shortcuts to a great finish.
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I just applied Wolfgang Deep Gloss Paint Sealant to my '13 CRM Coupe. Very impressed. The color looks deeper and almost looks wet.

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