Wax vs Polish - The Difference

[DMS_Dan]

You are right in everything. I don't believe that the GTechniq will last 2 years but time will tell.

[Hooti3]

Looking to build up a kit for about $200.

So far I have

Duragloss Car Wash Concentrate
Mint Microfibre Plush Wash Mitt
Mint Microfibre Drying Towel Waffle Weave Extra Large
Zaino Z2 Pro Show Car Polish

Being my first car, I don't really know what else I need.

Thoughts?

I will be buying from carcareproducts.com.au as they have a pretty good range and have a good rep on these forums.

Thanks all.

[Wolfgang]

Being my first car, I don't really know what else I need.

Thoughts?

A wax or sealant to protect the paint is a good idea.

Sealants have more durability than waxes and are generally easier to apply.

To top up protection in between applications a spray wax like Duragloss Aquawax is a good way to go.

Have a chat to Car Car Products and they can advise you on what is best.

[REXman]

Awesome write up. That is some Einstein work going on in the car washes!

Helped a lot thanks!

[carcareproducts]

Now offering free shipping for orders over $150 as well for Forum Members!

[m3103]

I have been using zymol titanium wax recently and it works amazingly!
It's an effort to apply because it needs to be massaged in by hand but it's worth it.
Recently i bought some nanolex paint sealant because I lived the way the glass sealant works.
My question is l, am I able to apply both the zymol and nanolex in such a manner that having both will help? Or is it a waste of time and only one should be applied?
Thanks

[carcareproducts]

I have been using zymol titanium wax recently and it works amazingly!
It's an effort to apply because it needs to be massaged in by hand but it's worth it.
Recently i bought some nanolex paint sealant because I lived the way the glass sealant works.
My question is l, am I able to apply both the zymol and nanolex in such a manner that having both will help? Or is it a waste of time and only one should be applied?
Thanks

m3103,

to be honest, you should just leave the nanolex as the sealant is pretty strong as is.

if you decided you wanted to layer, you would seal first and follow wax later (week later best personally i think)

However saying this, would it look better with both? trial and .... well disappointment lol. Hard to say!

[m3103]

Thanks for that.
I'm just gonna try using the nanolex on mums car and the zymol on mine and see what I like best. I'll use them both up sooner or later.

[carcareproducts]

Time to bump this thread back up as a lot of queries have been coming through from VWW and a lot of information is on here to help everyone out which i think has been lost in the vww background!

[PeppeX]

Thread help clear alot of things. Very helpful!

[GTI JOE]

Excellent Information

[maxim]

Im confused - but that's not hard for me. What are all your suggestions for the best product and procedure for brand new metalic black (has lot of metalic fleck in it). I would like maximum protection over maximum gloss - but if I can have both that's good. Price is not so much an issue, application might be though. I've heard that Nanolex is the best for new dark coloured cars, is this right?

Great write up too- expect purchases soon

[NickZ]

Maxim - I find the Nanolex to be fantastic - gives great protection from the elements and a great shine to boot as well. I use it on my black peart and it comes up great, even though it is no longer brand new. It is also easy to apply and with maintenance (particularly if using the nanolex shampoo) you only need to redo every 12 months.

[ralp2dam]

Maxim - I find the Nanolex to be fantastic - gives great protection from the elements and a great shine to boot as well. I use it on my black peart and it comes up great, even though it is no longer brand new. It is also easy to apply and with maintenance (particularly if using the nanolex shampoo) you only need to redo every 12 months.

I agree! Only applied it once and I feel like I should be a representative
for the product. It's great and the water sheeting is amazing!!!

[maxim]

Thanks guys, think I'll give it a go (as soon as I get my new passat- waiting, waiting waiting...)