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Just my 2 cents on the best wax.
With clearcoats today, synthetic waxes are great.
I.ve tried most every wax.
The best one for my 2016 White PW7 in perfect condition is "Liquid Glass".
It has been around since they first sold Corvettes.
It.s now hard to find.
It comes in a can like a lotion.....goes on easy.....wipes off great.
I put 5 coats on my Ram to get a wet look as a final result.
Like all finishes.....you should polish first, then apply your finishing wax.
Lastly, I put my Ram in the sun after each coat to actually heat harden the wax coat before a successive coat.
The result is showroom worthy.
 

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Thanks for the information. It seems like everyone has their own favorite "best" wax. I figure what ever works well for you and if your satisfied with the results-----go for it!
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^^^^^^^^^^^
what he said, this is a very subjective topic
 

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Thanks for the information. It seems like everyone has their own favorite "best" wax. I figure what ever works well for you and if your satisfied with the results-----go for it!
Jay
Agree, I believe different brands work better with certain colors.
 

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Just like the other members noted best sealants/waxes are very subjective. Liquid Glass has been around since the 80's and is a very good product. I used it all the time back then but I always found it hard to remove compared to other waxes/sealants.
 

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20180808_125958.jpg 20180808_130158.jpg 20180806_142141.jpg 20180806_142125.jpg I've got a locker with half dozen half used premium, highly recommended waxes and or sealient. That's the ones that weren't thrown away. I read users have good luck with brands then try them. Most are not any better than others. I recently read about Polish Angel Cosmic V2.
Shine.. very impressive
Working energy..very easy on and off. Never had a sealent spread so evenly and sparingly.
Durability.. Get back with you. I can say everything the bloggers said so far has been true.
It's a two part process. Pretreat enhancer, Cosmic V2, and optional Spritz lick down treatment after washing. Suppose to last year or two. Some kind of hardness rating on their web site what ever that means. Polish angle look for coupon it will help with purchasing on Autogeek. Com
 

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Upon reflection I've decided that the very best wax is any wax you will actually use to protect your truck. No wax is any good if it just sits in your garage.
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View attachment 136717 View attachment 136718 View attachment 136719 View attachment 136720 I've got a locker with half dozen half used premium, highly recommended waxes and or sealient. That's the ones that weren't thrown away. I read users have good luck with brands then try them. Most are not any better than others. I recently read about Polish Angel Cosmic V2.
Shine.. very impressive
Working energy..very easy on and off. Never had a sealent spread so evenly and sparingly.
Durability.. Get back with you. I can say everything the bloggers said so far has been true.
It's a two part process. Pretreat enhancer, Cosmic V2, and optional Spritz lick down treatment after washing. Suppose to last year or two. Some kind of hardness rating on their web site what ever that means. Polish angle look for coupon it will help with purchasing on Autogeek. Com

Great reflection!!!!! I love Polish Angel products----I just can't afford many of them.
Jay
 

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If you insist on using a wax over a sealant, Collinite is the way to go. I've used so many waxes over the years it's ridiculous, and the most durable has always been Collinite. Try the 476 and the 915.

Of course I haven't actually used a wax for many years as sealants last a lot longer and don't attract dust and dirt as easily as waxes do, but that's another discussion.
 

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If you insist on using a wax over a sealant, Collinite is the way to go. I've used so many waxes over the years it's ridiculous, and the most durable has always been Collinite. Try the 476 and the 915.

Of course I haven't actually used a wax for many years as sealants last a lot longer and don't attract dust and dirt as easily as waxes do, but that's another discussion.

Is 476 more durable than 845? Collinite has been my go-to for the winter protection for the past few years.

If there is a sealant that goes on as easy and has better durability than Collinite let me know what it is.

My current go-to sealants are both real easy to apply and buff off....Optimum Opti-Seal & CarPro Reload. The Opti-Seal flashes off on it's own so I don't even need to buff it off. The Reload you wipe off while it's still wet....doing small sections at a time.

Neither of them have the durability of Collinite 845 though.
 

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Is 476 more durable than 845? Collinite has been my go-to for the winter protection for the past few years.

If there is a sealant that goes on as easy and has better durability than Collinite let me know what it is.

My current go-to sealants are both real easy to apply and buff off....Optimum Opti-Seal & CarPro Reload. The Opti-Seal flashes off on it's own so I don't even need to buff it off. The Reload you wipe off while it's still wet....doing small sections at a time.

Neither of them have the durability of Collinite 845 though.

yes 476 is generally going to last the longest, about a year for me, 915 a solid 9 months to a year.

The longest lasting, best sealant I've ever used is Duragloss 105. On a daily, parked outside, I got 13 months out of it. Easy on, easy off. Mix it with Duragloss 601 for best performance.
 

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yes 476 is generally going to last the longest, about a year for me, 915 a solid 9 months to a year.

The longest lasting, best sealant I've ever used is Duragloss 105. On a daily, parked outside, I got 13 months out of it. Easy on, easy off. Mix it with Duragloss 601 for best performance.

Thanks for the info....you can't beat the pricing with Duragloss products....best bang for the buck.
 

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It has always been my understanding that Collinite was a wax--sort of--it lasts longer than almost any other wax and as long as most sealants. I think it's a synthetic product and not a pure carnauba wax and that might explain it's longevity. My first experience with 476 was terrible, although I think I used to much product. After that experience I switched to 845 and have been very happy ever since.
Jay
 
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It has always been my understanding that Collinite was a wax--sort of--it lasts longer than almost any other wax and as long as most sealants. I think it's a synthetic product and not a pure carnauba wax and that might explain it's longevity. My first experience with 476 was terrible, although I think I used to much product. After than experience I switched to 845 and have been very happy ever since.
Jay

Yes, both 476 and 915 require very thin application or removal will be difficult. Even 845 would often times be warmed up in warm water before application if it was a little chilly out.
 

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I always warm it up and shake the **** out of it before application. I only do one panel at a time. If less is best, use less than that---LOL
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I always warm it up and shake the **** out of it before application. I only do one panel at a time. If less is best, use less than that---LOL
Jay
I used 845 on my truck and my wife’s X3. Applied withmy griots random orbital and red pad and wiped off with a clean towel. Results were awesome. I am planning round 2 mid September before fall really gets here
 

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I love 845. Just used it on my Black Mustang. I like to do my paint correction, then seal, then glaze(sometimes), and then wax with my Flex DA. The 845 is not the best wax for looks but its durability, ease of use, and cost make it a winner.

I use a mix of products which includes but not limited to
Adam's- good line up

Chemical guys-good lineup

Duragloss-845 is hard to beat, love their interior products too

3D- absolutely love HD Speed and HD poxy is good too. HIGHLY recommend anyone to try HD speed

Wolfgang-good line up

McKee's-good line up. finding myself more and more interested in trying new products from them. awesome spray on wash off sealant too! I like that for in between waxes for added protection and paint pop.

Meguirs-they have a GREAT wheel and tire cleaner and their off the shelf products are very good in a pinch

There is some others I know I use but with out looking at my detailing cart this what i can think of at the moment
 
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Hey Kinetic, with the Duragloss 105.....is it a sealant that won't stain black trim/rubber?
 

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Hey Kinetic, with the Duragloss 105.....is it a sealant that won't stain black trim/rubber?

I've never had it stain anything. It's technically a cleaner/sealant, so it chemically cleans the paint and leaves sealant behind during wipe off, so I apply it on every exterior surface including glass.
 
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