WAXING

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andynyc

Discussion Starter · Feb 13, 2002

I wonder what you guys use to wax your PASSAT. My friend suggested this
http://www.zymol.com/crecar2.htm
Any comment. Also, any precaution I should take when I wax my car. Never did it on my new (5months) Passat. In fact, never did it in my life.
Thanks.

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SJUMBA

· #2 · Feb 14, 2002

Re: WAXING (andynyc)

I have used the Zymol "cleaner wax" on my previous car, a Honda Accord, with great success. I found the product to be exceptional at cleaning the paint, with 2-3 months protection. It was rated no. one by Consumer Reports.
I have not tried it as yet on my new Passat, but plan to as soon as the weather in the Northeast permits. The Honda was a light color, my Passat is Colorado Red. Should be interesting.
Incidently, it sells for about $12.00 at Target.
2002 GLS, 1.8T, 5speed, luxury group

The Swami

· #3 · Feb 14, 2002

Re: WAXING (andynyc)

There's a few questions you need to answer before recommending a wax/polish for your car. Is your car garage kept? Do you have any stains on the paint? Are you hand waxing or using a buffer? Are you using an orbital or dual-action buffer? How often do you plan on waxing your car?
Zymol is a great cleaner wax, but it doesn't remove very well by hand on certain paints. I use a dual-action buffer and it comes out flawlessly without leaving streaks.

david_wu

· #4 · Feb 14, 2002

Re: WAXING (andynyc)

Zymöl is the best wax I have ever used. The one I have used is carbon since my car color is black. This waxes are true waxes, not polishes. It is not use for repair or clean purpose. I have used the clay magic to remove all the tar or tree sap on the paint (use the plastic glove came with the kit and touch your car surface, than you can feel if there's any). Used HD cleanse to remove shipping and/or ‘at-rest’ coatings. Then apply wax by hand (back and forth movement), buff the wax from 90? direction. And sprinkle little clean water to moist the surface and "wipe" the body again. You should be able to achieve the "wet" effect on your paint.

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andynyc

Discussion Starter · #5 · Feb 16, 2002

Re: WAXING (The Swami)

My car is parked on a driveway. There isn't stain on paint as it is a 5000 miles only baby. I do not have any "buffer". I guess I will be doing hand waxing. What would you recommand as I am totally new to this.
My car has silver exterior and black leather interior.
Thanks.

The Swami

· #6 · Feb 18, 2002

Re: WAXING (andynyc)

Here's a little website that should help you decide on what wax to use.. I'm a little biased towards Meguiars products, but they work very well.
http://www.meguiars.com/CarRx.cfm
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hejl

· #7 · Feb 18, 2002

Re: WAXING (andynyc)

I happened to have just used Zymol for the first time this weekend on my Indigo '02. There really is a difference, as Consumer Reports says. However, the down side is supposed to be a shorter life than comparable waxes. I wax 4 times a year, so I can live with that.

davedude

· #8 · Feb 19, 2002

Re: WAXING (The Swami)

I used meguiars paste wax(?) in the can on my indigo blue. It was about 55 deg. out. Man when I buffed was I ever disappointed (at first). There were all kinds of inconsistencies in the finish, it looked I may hve even ruined the finish altogether and the more I buffed the worse it seemed to get. I was resigned to live with these imperfections as the car really shined and you couldn't see them (blotches) unless you were looking straight down (on the hood especially) on them. Alas I went inside took care of a few chores, the temperature rose, and later my wife and I were taking an out of state visitor to see a few plantation homes, we went out and I scrutinized the finish again and everything had totally equalized and looked great!
Just a little antecdote not an endorsement of meguiars. Although it did look great. The liuqid also goes on and comes off really easy. Paste is a lot more work.

[Modified by davedude, 8:43 PM 2-18-2002]

[Modified by davedude, 8:43 PM 2-18-2002]

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4mo

· #9 · Feb 19, 2002

Re: WAXING (andynyc)

Please do yourself a favor and spend some time here before making up your mind.
http://autopia-carport.com/forum/index.php3

TomB5.5

· #10 · Feb 19, 2002

Re: WAXING (andynyc)

Swami -
Just wondering, what Meguiars products do you use and your steps?
Thanks in advance,
Tom

The Swami

· #11 · Feb 19, 2002

Re: WAXING (TomB5.5)

Here's what I do at home.
I used to do auto detailing/car stereo installation while in college, and I kept a few of my tools. i.e. Dual Action Buffer with various sponge & foam applicators. Dual action buffers are great for polishing and waxing your car but they are very expensive. Orbital buffers are great for working out imperfections in the paint because they generate alot of heat to the car's surface, and can dig into that clearcoat if you aren't cautious. If you use an orbital buffer to wax your car, just be sure to use light strokes and don't stay in one spot for more than a 3 count without moving the buffer.
Now as far as carwash liquids, I tend to buy whatever is on sale!

Just stay away from dish detergents and laundry-soap. After a good washing, I apply a single coat of Meguiars Cleaner-Wax to my car. Turtle Wax also has a really good product called Color Cure that I tried on my frat brother's white Jetta. Both products remove swirl marks and light scratches in the finish. The Turtle Wax product can be applied by hand and looks very good, so I may have to put this in my bag of tricks. Don't sleep, Zymol is a great cleaner wax but if used alone it doesn't protect your finish very well. I use Meguiars #3 Deep Crystal Carnuba Wax as my 2nd layer of wax, then I apply a coat of Gold Class Clear Coat Car Wax to end the show! It's 3 steps, but in the long run your car always looks great and you only have to do this twice a year. http://****************.com/smile/emthup.gif

[Modified by The Swami, 6:29 AM 2-19-2002]

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The Swami

· #12 · Feb 19, 2002

Re: WAXING (davedude)

:-( Whoa.. Which wax did you use, and how old is your car's finish? New cars don't require alot of work, and you should wait until your car is about 6 months old before detailing.

davedude

· #13 · Feb 19, 2002

Re: WAXING (The Swami)

Swami, The paint is probably 4-5 mos old (10/01 build), I thought that would be old enough, also there are alot of bugs here so I wanted make it easier to wash them off. Anyway the elbow grease wasn't too bad, just compared to the liquid. The actual product name is Meg. cleaner wax "clearcoat safe" (paste in can w/sponge applicator). So with that said I had the same thoughts as you; the paint was too new, but after an hour and a half of warming in the sun everything was fine. Also while drying/detailing this weekend I thoroughly scrutinized the finish again and it does look perfect. Whoo! sheesh! what a relief. Thanks DB

quote:[HR][/HR]:-( Whoa.. Which wax did you use, and how old is your car's finish? New cars don't require alot of work, and you should wait until your car is about 6 months old before detailing. [HR][/HR]

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SkilledDriver

· #14 · Feb 20, 2002

Re: WAXING (davedude)

http://www.zainobros.com is the only place you need to go.

Triumph

· #15 · Feb 20, 2002

Re: WAXING (SkilledDriver)

You guys DO know that we have a detailing forum, right?

ru1thirst

· #16 · Feb 20, 2002

Re: WAXING (andynyc)

Meg.?? I ditto 4mo comments. Nice place to read and learn for days!

Mdtony100

· #17 · Feb 20, 2002

Re: WAXING (andynyc)

I had a 98 B5, one of the first ones in US, It was black and you know what can happen in 1-2 yrs, I used that wax you showing a link to and I never saw swirl marks again, just make sure you do it by hand and follow directions.
Good Luck

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