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08-07-2007, 08:56 AM
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Join Date: Apr 2007
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what to do after wax
I use this product called Vitreo which is a liquid, after that I put maguires liquid, after that I use a spry detailer and what a shine. This Vitreo spray detailer is great for windows as well
never a streak. I always use dishsoap to strip old wax before the two day process. Rains a lot in Rochester NY so I spend rainy days waxing. Anyone try the Vitreo products? |
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08-07-2007, 09:01 AM
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N. Texas VCA Member
And Proud Of It!  Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Burleson, TX
Posts: 5,610
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Re: what to do after wax
What to do after wax? Go to Sonic. Let everyone look at your car. Relax. Enjoy.
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08-07-2007, 09:02 AM
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N. Texas VCA Member
And Proud Of It! Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Burleson, TX
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Re: what to do after wax
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08-07-2007, 09:07 AM
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WV/PA VCA Member
 
Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: Phila Suburbs
Posts: 1,733
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Re: what to do after wax
I don't use wax but I use Z8 after Zaino.
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08-07-2007, 09:34 AM
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VCA Member
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Mission Hills, CA
Posts: 485
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Re: what to do after wax
After wax you don't need to do anything, unless you want to top off the freshly applied coat of wax with another coat of wax. A better follow up action is to take a long drive that way you can use the quick detailier when you get back
  Going back to your preparation technique, I would seriously reconsider using dish washing soap to strip the wax as I've hear numerous testimonials that it can be damaging to your finish and various plastic parts. |
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08-07-2007, 09:46 AM
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VCA Member
 
Join Date: May 2006
Location: New Jersey
Posts: 1,275
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Re: what to do after wax
Some of the dish soaps have dispersants that actually promote water spots, that is the primary reason they don't recommend them for car washing. Water spots can be removed with a lot of effort using a clay bar, then re-polishing your paint using whatever products you prefer.
For me, my process is: -wash car (using auto car wash soap) -bug and tar remover -wash again (same soap) -wax remover (from an auto parts store) -wash again (same soap) -clay bar on cloudy areas or water spots -3M imperial finishing compound on areas that require either orange peel removal, or spots that clay bar couldn't fix (BE VERY, VERY CAREFUL!!!) -wash again -3M Hand Glaze -wash again (by the time you dry the car, you'll need sunglasses) -apply the best pure carnuba wax you prefer and ensure you don't leave hazing or swirl marks or wax residue in recessed areas (I use masking tape to keep wax from going there in the first place) From there you can use a detail spray and regular washes and your wax should last an entire season. For some cars, it's taken me 14-16 hours to get them up to the level that shows the paint correctly. Regards, Aaron
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08-07-2007, 10:12 AM
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NY/CT VCA Member
  
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: Long Island
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Re: what to do after wax
God I hope Chuck doesn't read this thread.
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