Post your Water Beading Pics (Include wax/sealant/method)

[HokieZHP]

So I've noticed a few pictures of water beading on people's cars so I figured we'd make a thread about it. But let's post what wax we're using and how long it's been on the car.

For instance, this is just CG V7 spray wax/sealant that I put on 2 weeks ago. No other protection on it. The pic is from last night after it rained for 30 mins or so. Crappy iPhone picture.

http://i438.photobucket.com/albums/qq109/maxx919/2003%20ZHP/C06FAA45-224B-4D69-80F9-728620A5D8C6-12256-000007C131CA9A53.jpg

Here's one from a couple months ago which is also just CG V7 after a couple weeks.

http://i438.photobucket.com/albums/qq109/maxx919/2003%20ZHP/53B98AEC-5A66-445D-ACC9-FE40A7A6F355-7878-000004D81068617B.jpg

Here's CG 50/50 wax after 3 weeks
http://i438.photobucket.com/albums/qq109/maxx919/2003%20ZHP/EBD4B572-E567-4F9D-A356-394B8F8F5E32-7878-000004D8176DCAA0.jpg

[danewilson77]

Bump

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Maintenance%20and%20Misc/fe61f814-e1f3-40a9-9f64-cd82ee55c1db.jpg

[cakM3]

Mine...

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP/DSC_0001.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP/DSC_0004-1.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP/DSC_0007-1.jpg

[Dave_B]

I just washed mine this weekend and forgot to take pics for this thread.

I'll fix that next time.

[nike001]

From fall

[danewilson77]

Damn. Nice pics fella's.

[Johal E32]

just spray wax on the vinyl roof

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8203/8234172748_70946093f8_b.jpg

Wolfgang deep gloss paint sealant and Chemical Guys XXX paste wax everywhere else!

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8479/8233110627_d745bf631b_b.jpg

[KevinC]

Ah, mi Scirocco, circa 2003...

http://www.kcphotodump.net/Cars/Scirocco-16V/i-5zSJZj5/0/X3/DSCN0153-X3.jpg

[Rovert]

Using this:
http://img826.imageshack.us/img826/3336/20691820554911946967320.jpg

I get this:
http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2684/4129952936_d65d39bdee_z.jpg?zz=1

[Hermes]

damn... I want some of that wax

[niart906]

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/niart906/8A663EA7-0CBC-4112-BCA0-480364210F51-3249-000003ED957EC717.jpg (http://s864.photobucket.com/user/niart906/media/8A663EA7-0CBC-4112-BCA0-480364210F51-3249-000003ED957EC717.jpg.html)

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/niart906/4041978A-BD71-4951-949D-45E73306CE73-3249-000003ED9853160F.jpg (http://s864.photobucket.com/user/niart906/media/4041978A-BD71-4951-949D-45E73306CE73-3249-000003ED9853160F.jpg.html)

http://i864.photobucket.com/albums/ab207/niart906/ECC05772-EA48-438E-A72D-2AC25D73C89F-8630-000008BE9F7E24DA.jpg (http://s864.photobucket.com/user/niart906/media/ECC05772-EA48-438E-A72D-2AC25D73C89F-8630-000008BE9F7E24DA.jpg.html)

[BimmerWill]

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[Crestwood1001]

Not a proper pic in any way, but after 6 hours of paint correction today and a good wax and seal, I was pissed to step outside and see light rain, BUT I though of this thread and snapped a crappy cell pic

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[Jon D]

After the morning rain shower

[330i ZHP]

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/Various%202013/WaterBeads_zps8d0c3ae8.jpg (http://s225.photobucket.com/user/smoulton0204/media/Various%202013/WaterBeads_zps8d0c3ae8.jpg.html)

[E_Rak]

Oldie but a goodie

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8118/8700043178_481be86328_z.jpg

[danewilson77]

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Not a proper pic in any way, but after 6 hours of paint correction today and a good wax and seal, I was pissed to step outside and see light rain, BUT I though of this thread and snapped a crappy cell pic

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After the morning rain shower


http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/Various%202013/WaterBeads_zps8d0c3ae8.jpg (http://s225.photobucket.com/user/smoulton0204/media/Various%202013/WaterBeads_zps8d0c3ae8.jpg.html)


Oldie but a goodie

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8118/8700043178_481be86328_z.jpg

Great pics fella's.

HTC DNA, Williamsburg, VA

[DetailersDomain]

http://i467.photobucket.com/albums/rr36/detailersdomain/DSC_3772_zpsce8a3741.jpg

[Washburn]

Nice pics!
would be nicer if everyone stated which products they used with each pic...

[BimmerWill]

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Meguiars Gold Class paste wax. The pics were taken around two weeks after application.

Im due for another claying. May do so after I get the car back from the body shop.

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[E_Rak]

Mine was after I sealed with simonize glass coat (free at work, $500 job to customers lol, don't get ripped off when you buy a car)

[BimmerWill]

Mine was after I sealed with simonize glass coat (free at work, $500 job to customers lol, don't get ripped off when you buy a car)

I've never heard of that before. Is it like spraying on a new clear coat or something?

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[E_Rak]

That's what it is advertised as, a lifetime clearcoat enhancement sort of thing. but really it's just a sealer. Essentially it's a synthetic, long lasting wax. It will make your paint bead for about three or four months before it breaks down.

[BimmerWill]

Sounds pretty sweet if its free...don't think I would want to shell out 500 for it though lol

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[E_Rak]

Especially when you consider you can buy an entire bottle of similar or better sealant for around twenty dollars :dunno

[BimmerWill]

Trying to decide whether to go with sealant or a wax.

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[Johal E32]

Trying to decide whether to go with sealant or a wax.

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Both.

Seal then wax the paint. That's what I did and my car still beads up nicely.

I used Wolfgang's Deep Gloss 3.0 paint sealant then topped with a paste wax of my choice.

[Rovert]

Here's a good article I found!


Some detailers find that a polymer sealant tends have a flat, silvered mirror look. Adding a Carnauba wax to the surface provides depth of shine, gloss, jetting (the so called ‘wet look’) and a warmth to the paint surfaces overall look. Bear in mind that how a paint surface ‘looks’ is very subjective and tends to invoke an emotional reaction rather than a logical one 95% of an applied wax comprises out gassed solvent that is wiped away, whereas 65% of a polymer sealant that is applied remains.

Detailers who prepare show cars will often layer a Carnauba wax on top of a synthetic wax; the synthetic wax acts as a gloss layer, while the carnauba wax adds depth and a so called wet-look (jetting) appearance

Polymer sealants

Need a porous surface to bond to, they initially adhere by surface tension and then after a period in which the solvents /oils in the carrier system vaporize (outgas) the polymers cross-link to form a covalent (molecular) bond to the surface. This process usually requires 12-24 hours, which are time and temperature and / or humidity dependent.

Note that drying and curing are two different processes. Drying generally refers to evaporation of the solvent or thinner, whereas curing (cross-linking) refers to polymerization of the binder, which imparts adhesion, binds the pigments together, and strongly influences such properties as gloss potential, exterior durability, flexibility, and toughness.

When polymer chains are linked together extensively by chemical cross linking - the formation of covalent bonds between chains; the polymer is harder and more difficult to melt. Curing is required to allow the monomers (polymer building blocks) to attach to the surface and to polymerize into a crystal-clear, impervious film.

It is very important to allow polymers to cure for 12 hours after the haze has been wiped off. If the coating is exposed to contamination such as oil, rain, water, cleaners, etc. before it has cross-linked, the contaminants may interfere with the film, preventing the polymer from achieving its maximum performance and durability. A polymer, unlike wax forms a molecular bond with paint once it’s had enough time to cross-linking, usually 12 – 24 hour.

A unique aspect of polyurethane chemistry is that the hydrogen bonding acts as an additional crosslink, but also allows thermoplastic flow, which helps the paint surface to retain its elasticity and its tensile strength to relieve mechanical stress. The basic structure of a polyurethane clear coat features a soft segment (polyol or tetramethylene ether) which gives it flexibility and elasticity. There is also a hard segment (polymerization) that has high urethane density, which gives the coating hardness and tensile strength

Carnauba wax

Carnauba in today's wax formulas functions mostly as a carrier; it’s used to keep the polymers and oils on your car's surface. Only a small portion of your vehicle's shine comes from the wax itself. Carnauba is translucent at best with only minimal light reflection. It is among the hardest of natural waxes, being harder than concrete in its pure form. Its major disadvantage is its lack of durability compared to a polymer or nano coating, for this reason its usually used for its aesthetics

This sacrificial barrier is all that stands between the environmental contaminants and the paint film surface and this renewable barrier is probably less than 0.1 µ (100 nm, 0.000 4 Mils or 0.000 004 inch) thick. An applied paint protection product is the barrier that provides protection for automotive paintwork besides the clear coat paint.

An organic wax also provides a sacrificial surface that will resist acid (salt brine, bird excrement, acidic rain, etc) better than a polymer, which forms a molecular bond with the paint, whereas a an organic wax forms a semi-hard protective shell (although it lacks durability)

Paint Surface Protection

Paints that is subject to ultra violet radiation (UV-B) and environmental contaminant (acid rain industrial fallout, brake and rail dust, road salt brine, etc) exposure leads to gloss and colour instability (photosynthesis or photo-oxidation) and surface stains.

• An organic wax, contrary to popular opinion, or marketing, does not contain natural UV protection; the wax protects the leaves due to its thickness and the fact that it’s opaque. It does however provide a sacrificial surface that will resist acid (salt brine, bird excrement, acidic rain, etc) better than a polymer, which forms a molecular bond with the paint, whereas a an organic wax forms a semi-hard protective shell (although it lacks durability)
• Polymer sealants are resistant to UV-B radiation and offer durable protection for a paint surface.
• Nanotechnology coatings due to something called the Lotus effect offer resistance to dirt as they do not allow adhesion, they are also scratch resistant.

[E_Rak]

Nice little read right there ^^


Both.

Seal then wax the paint. That's what I did and my car still beads up nicely.

I used Wolfgang's Deep Gloss 3.0 paint sealant then topped with a paste wax of my choice.

This is ideal, seal the car and stack a few layers of wax on top!

[JupiterBMW]

Great info Trevor... I still haven't detailed my car since I've bought it and after washing it yesterday, I've realized just how bad it needs to be done... I will be doing the necessary steps to make her look awesome for the reunion... :thumbsup

[HokieZHP]

I normally seal with BlackFire Wet Diamond then stack with one or two layers of wax

[BimmerWill]

Are there any good sealants available from an Autozone or Advance? I know that my local advance carries Griots Garage I feel like ive heard good things about their products in the past. I want to try and get this done before the meet next weekend.

[nike001]

Probably not...

I've had good experiences with Detailed Image's shipping.. usually only takes like a day or two for my stuff to get to my door, depending on when I order my supplies.

[E_Rak]

+1 on Detailed Image, they have very competitive prices and good shipping

[HokieZHP]

+1 Detailed Image is also my go-to for detailing supplies

[BimmerWill]

Ill check them out then thanks fellas.

So backfire wet diamond or Wolfgang are recommended?

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[HokieZHP]

Yeah those are pretty much two of the big favorites as far as sealants go. Their website has a bunch of good info under the Ask-A-Pro Blog.

http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-Pro/blackfire-wet-diamond-paint-sealant-product-review/

[Avetiso]

82708271

[cakM3]

I was greeted to lots of rain this morning....since I'm taking the ///M to the reunion meet this year I figured I'd start logging my travels using pics :thumbsup

This is the rain bead I have after driving the ///M 428 miles...:)

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3%20Trip%202013/DSC_0067_zps7892828f.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3%20Trip%202013/DSC_0063_zps5d69b933.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/M3%20Trip%202013/DSC_0073_zpsf17e7d66.jpg

[danewilson77]

Pic 1 = win

[cakM3]

Pic 1 = win

Dane.....I'm doing this for you brother.....

[330i ZHP]

it is raining outside - I will go see if drops on x5...then look at TL that I have NEVER waxed...lol

[danewilson77]

Dane.....I'm doing this for you brother.....

You're going to clay, PC, seal and wax my car? Thanks Charlie.

[cakM3]

You're going to clay, PC, seal and wax my car? Thanks Charlie.

Ha!!!! You very funny guy.....;)

[johnrando]

Looks good Charlie.

[az3579]

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Exterior/IMG_20130512_084344_632_zps83e5fd3c.jpg

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa192/az3579/Automotive/BMW%20E46%20330i%20ZHP/Exterior/IMG_20130512_091107_684_zpse5dcea36.jpg

[nike001]

I think we need an obligatory "post your sealant & wax used" along with your pic rule...

[Johal E32]

I think we need an obligatory "post your sealant & wax used" along with your pic rule...

+1

[HokieZHP]

That was what I said in the first post when I created the thread but guess it got lost after the first couple posts haha

[nike001]

I mean I'm just waiting for Botond to post what combo he has going on in his above pics.. lol

[Rovert]

When I was out shopping I took this picture with my cell phone. LOL

It's after a fresh Mother's clay and World's Best Wax last week and a wash 3 days before. Then she sat out in the pollen for those next 3 days as the sun burned hundreds of tiny orange bugs to a crisp against the black paint. This stuff is keeping the bugs and pollen under control. It's not allowing it to stick to the clear...haha

http://f.cl.ly/items/0u352z153J3F252c3O21/2013-05-13-14.56.09.jpg

[Redline61]

That is some impressive wax. Car's finish looks amazing for those conditions.

[Rovert]

I think this clear has over 100,000 miles on it too!

[az3579]

I mean I'm just waiting for Botond to post what combo he has going on in his above pics.. lol

I have no clue. :( Something called Ardex something-or-other. :dunno

This was my first time detailing all on my own and had extremely limited equipment and product to work with. I clayed with a Meguiars clay bar and then put this Ardex stuff on it. Then I put a coat of Rejex on it by hand.

This was as halfass as a detail can get, unfortunately. I'll be buying my first detailing products in a couple of paychecks and then I'll do a full detail with a lineup of Adam's products.

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[Torxuvin]

https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/600888_812337098224_1035508555_n.jpg
Nxt Gen wax. Cheap buffer. Gets the job done. I need to get some better pads though.

[ELCID86]

8513
Quick detail spray on Orient Blue. I'm In the market for a P/C buffer.


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[E_Rak]

Nice camera work, looks great! Stigissimo and I went halves on a Porter Cable last week and I can't wait to give it a try when I'm back from vacation.

[JupiterBMW]

I blew my buffer up doing my pre-reunion detail... And now she's filthy after the drive home... I'll get her cleaned up, probably drop the coin on the Porter Cable (or maybe Griot's...?) and hit her again... It rains on occasion here in Florida so I'll probably get some pics up soon. :shifty

[nike001]

Might as well add this here too.

Sonax Polymer NetShield:
http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=8396&d=1368810491

[Crestwood1001]

I have no clue. :( Something called Ardex something-or-other. :dunno

This was my first time detailing all on my own and had extremely limited equipment and product to work with. I clayed with a Meguiars clay bar and then put this Ardex stuff on it. Then I put a coat of Rejex on it by hand.

This was as halfass as a detail can get, unfortunately. I'll be buying my first detailing products in a couple of paychecks and then I'll do a full detail with a lineup of Adam's products.

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Avoid ardex products if you can, it's a brand that's sold in mass to cheap car washes/dealerships, very harsh chemicals and they generally don't last past one rain shower. Dalton that's the stuff pierce street uses, think that speaks for itself lol

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[E_Rak]

Sonax Polymer NetShield:


WOW great beads :thumbup

[az3579]

Avoid ardex products if you can, it's a brand that's sold in mass to cheap car washes/dealerships, very harsh chemicals and they generally don't last past one rain shower. Dalton that's the stuff pierce street uses, think that speaks for itself lol

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VERY good to know! I'll tell my friend that; it was his product I used. I'm ordering my own set of detailing products today (I'm going with Adam's products from detailersdomain).

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[Crestwood1001]

VERY good to know! I'll tell my friend that; it was his product I used. I'm ordering my own set of detailing products today (I'm going with Adam's products from detailersdomain).

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Soild choice, another great line that I use exclusively is Chemical Guys

[HokieZHP]

This was this morning. Chemical guys 50/50 wax topped with chemical guys v7 about 5 days ago.
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/22/6aga5ata.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/22/ny5u7a8y.jpg

[az3579]

This was this morning. Chemical guys 50/50 wax topped with chemical guys v7 about 5 days ago.
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/22/6aga5ata.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/22/ny5u7a8y.jpg

Your beads multiply like jack rabbits. :biggrin

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[gr330zhp]

My beads!

Mix of Zymol, Meguiars and Griot's Garage products. Full detail few weeks back, clay bar, paint correction/swirl removal with Porter Cable 7424, I believe it is. Car is also garaged, I feel that's a big part of how long wax stays on a car.

8535




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[E_Rak]

Wish I had a video of the rain flying off of my windshield in a torrential downpour on the way home tonight. Rain-x :wub

[az3579]

Avoid ardex products if you can, it's a brand that's sold in mass to cheap car washes/dealerships, very harsh chemicals and they generally don't last past one rain shower. Dalton that's the stuff pierce street uses, think that speaks for itself lol

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I'm told those kinds of places use Simonize products. Where did you get this info from?

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[E_Rak]

Simonize products are used in big places, but it is easily possible that different shops will use different high-volume products.

[nike001]

I'm told those kinds of places use Simonize products. Where did you get this info from?

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He used to work at a place like it. It was basically a crappy used car lot that one of the partners in the bigger dealerships around here made for himself that also do detailing (which is probably the worst detailing work I've ever seen). Its specialized in crappy used cars that he bought from auction with the company money to sell on his lot. If they sell, the money goes in his pocket. If they don't, the whole company writes it off.

Then the cars sold at the dealership I work at (BMW) get driven there for their get-readys once sold. Another $100 bill in his pocket for every car.

The whole company is Porsche/Audi in one location, BMW in another, and Kia/Subaru in another. Then this guy has two of his own crappy used car dealers.

[zhpnsnv]

Menzerna power lock sealant.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/29/ugu6yqes.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/29/utaqa3et.jpg

[JupiterBMW]

The ZHP has been outside for a couple days while I help my brother clean up/paint his brakes on his S2000.

I use Meguiars Ultimate liquid wax and Rain-X on the glass. Love both of the products.

And speaking of detailing, my new Griot's polisher just arrived, along with a bunch of hex pads from Chemical Brothers. Stoked!

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/05/31/ry2utu3u.jpg

[E_Rak]

I think I have a love affair with Rain-X... it's so good.

[Rovert]

OF COURSE......After a quick clean after driving 3,300 miles from MFEST...LOL It's been a month since I used World's Best Wax on the clear.

http://f.cl.ly/items/2Y0R3U2G390F31200q2C/2013-05-31-12.25.19.jpg

[1 M Mike]

Chemical Guys Jet Seal 109

[Johal E32]

^I also have that stuff. It makes the paint sooo smooth after application. I love it!

[1 M Mike]

^I also have that stuff. It makes the paint sooo smooth after application. I love it!
Yes, two coats make it even smoother. And If you use something like a California Waterblade after washing there's like 5 minutes of drying and you're done.

[Johal E32]

Yep. I normally apply two coats via Porter Cable on a black pad on a low speed. Then I'll top it with a wax and the results are great

[E_Rak]

Fresh Rain-X on the glass and Simoniz Glass Coat on the paint ~ 6 months old, needs another application.

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5457/9030161294_3d89826837_b.jpg

[az3579]

Reapplied my protection last week.
Used Menzerna Power Lock sealant this time.

9036
9037


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[zhpnsnv]

I like the easy-on, easy-off of the menzerna.

[zhp43867]

Menzerna power lock sealant.


I recognize those beads. :shift I use PL on my car as well

[danewilson77]

I like the easy-on, easy-off of the menzerna.

+1. Shits a breeze to use.

[ryankokesh]

If you think that's easy try opti seal...

Looks awesome!!

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[static667]

Two coats of Meguire's Ultimate Paste Wax. I'll eventually put a sealer on once I have done a lot of paint correction.

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[ryankokesh]

Dodo Juice White Diamond with their soft white wax on top of that. All applied over Klasse AIO.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzb_7KrnmH4

http://i.imgur.com/nRWsQej.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/izncG1C.jpg


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[Washburn]

Crappy Iphone pic (and used an Instagram filter to get the water beeds to stand out a bit for clarity, as it's hard to see on AW. )
This is with just ONR wash about 4 months ago, and Sonax Brilliant Shine quick detailer applied about 2 weeks ago. (NO waxing or anything done after that ONR wash 4 months ago.) - Recently just dusted it off with a California duster, and applied Sonax detailer right after that. (Terrible detailing ethics, I know - but I was so curious to see what the Sonax BSQD would do...): for just a QD, I think it did ok...

9200

[danewilson77]

Looks good to me.

HTC DNA ON TT4 BETA, WILLIAMSBURG, VA

[jgt_zhp]

No pesky water beads on this paint, LOL. That Dawn dish soap really does the job. Paint correction officially underway
9227


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[ELCID86]

I asked about dish soap on the DD thread. Phil said not needed prior to polish, etc. other's thoughts? I don't think it would hurt to get more wax, grease, etc. off.


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[Avetiso]

Meguirs ultimate qd. 92319232

[E_Rak]

I'll have something good for you guys in a few minutes, I couldn't get the car inside before a torrential downpour :(

[Torxuvin]

Looks great Dario! <3 Silver

[M0nk3y]

Dodo juice rainforest rub



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[jgt_zhp]

Thunderstorms last night. Chemical Guys JetSeal 109, hard at work

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/06/29/rymevyma.jpg


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[M0nk3y]

Rain on the way home

Dodo juice hard candy and rainforest rub

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[E_Rak]

It's my field of orbs... Thanks to DW for the DRAMATIC border on the picture! :cheers

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/nicee46/Other%20cars/ERak.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/nicee46/media/Other%20cars/ERak.jpg.html)

This time, a FRESH layer of Simoniz Glass Coat + a T-storm.

[cakM3]

My ZHP after about two months of not waxing her. I use Pinnicle Soverign with Rejex sealer.

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP/DSC_0062_zpsd4e60043.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP/Rain01_zps3dab2165.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP/Rain03_zps3b52a9b1.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP/Rain02_zpsb69058d2.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/ZHP/Rain04_zpsb7c7ec28.jpg

Looks like its about time I do more detailing again...:)

[ryankokesh]

My ZHP after about two months of not waxing her. I use Pinnicle Soverign with Rejex sealer.


http://i.imgur.com/XNiIB4X.png


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[ELCID86]

OB after M105, Griot's One-Step Sealant and today's thunderstorm.

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Shawn in VA.
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[scooby24]

Opticoat 2.0 after wetsanding entire car and polish using M100 with surbuf pad and flex 3401.

http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j123/ga9213/beading_zps0284bbd7.jpg

[ryankokesh]

Nice, looks great!

You wet sanded the whole car? Was it really bad?


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[HokieZHP]

Did you follow up the M100 with a finishing polish?

[scooby24]

I wetsanded to reduce some acid etching, micro pitting and orange peel. The car is borderline ridiculously glossy now. I didn't need a finishing polish after m100 on this color. It jewelled up beautifully.

[Stigissimo]

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Roughly two weeks after a nice rub down with Griot's Garage sealant.


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[Johal E32]

Opticoat 2.0 after wetsanding entire car and polish using M100 with surbuf pad and flex 3401.

http://i79.photobucket.com/albums/j123/ga9213/beading_zps0284bbd7.jpg

Is m100 better than m105?

I might put my car under the knife next week and give it a full wetsand and buff too. Stupid orange peel..

[scooby24]

Is m100 better than m105?

I might put my car under the knife next week and give it a full wetsand and buff too. Stupid orange peel..

Yes, M100 has more initial cut, less dusting and more work time than M105. The difference is M100 seems to have some diminishing cut and you can work it in for a long time, but after a few passes you lose cutting power. This is nice though as it allows you to finish down better than 105 and I generally find I don't need to do a 205 pass to get great results on most colors.

[justinco]

My old e90 is below. I did a clay bar, Meguiars Ultimate compound polish, and Mequiars NXT job on it.

I have some work to do on the new ZHP soon. Think I am going to just do the EZ-Cream Glaze followed by Blackfire Wet Diamond. The seller already had a claybar/polish done to it before I bought it, so it looks pretty good already.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qi3xCe5hnNE/UKoV371YwDI/AAAAAAABFi4/Ddkjux3v5C4/w831-h554-no/IMG_0171.JPG

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/--O0Ip0erW9I/UKoV_s2YEDI/AAAAAAABFi4/5lBMAzBdRvA/w831-h554-no/IMG_0172.JPG

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-Jbb3N7zdHZc/UKoVvL8NVrI/AAAAAAABFi4/UzgRgOJJENk/w831-h554-no/IMG_0170.JPG

[cakM3]

Clayed the surface using Mother's clay bar kit, Meguiar's correction compound, and Meguiar's finishing wax. Then I sealed it using Rejex. This is the result. :)

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Labor%20Day%20Pics/DSC_0520_zpsdd5d5e5c.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Labor%20Day%20Pics/DSC_0521_zps0a4484c5.jpg

[scooby24]

You want to seal with a polymer sealant like rejex on bare paint, otherwise its durability is only as good as the substrate you applied it to which is that layer of finishing wax. Just in the future I'd recommend applying sealant and wax in the reverse order. Also polymer sealants need cure time. I like to wait 12 hours before topping...though in all honesty, these days I've given up double layering as I get better durability, beading and depth using blackfire wet diamond only. All my other sealants and waxes are dusty.

[cakM3]

Thanks scooby for pointing out how to properly apply sealant and wax. I usually apply them as you have stated but for some reason didn't this time. The results were still stunning but I realize to do it right, I will have to redo my work :thumbsup Thanks again...

[Newjack]

Clayed the surface using Mother's clay bar kit, Meguiar's correction compound, and Meguiar's finishing wax. Then I sealed it using Rejex. This is the result. :)

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Labor%20Day%20Pics/DSC_0520_zpsdd5d5e5c.jpg

http://i395.photobucket.com/albums/pp37/macdctr/Labor%20Day%20Pics/DSC_0521_zps0a4484c5.jpg

Sweet baby Jesus.

The lip on that CSL trunk lid is like staring at the dimples on a woman's backside just above her butt.


Looking good Charlie!
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[Hornung418]

^^Venus dimples.

Looks good Chuck!

GS3 + TT4

[justinco]

First pics of my new ZHP after some rain. I haven't done anything to the finish yet. Will be giving it a finish polish and sealant when my products het here.

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[zhpnsnv]

Like beads in the night.

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[330i ZHP]

not all about beading - but deflecting water...LOL

http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd62/smoulton0204/wagon/photo2_zps6806e79c.jpg

[JupiterBMW]

She got left outside a few days ago when it was raining. This is how she looked that night. The last time I detailed her or washed her for that matter was back in June before I went away for work... I'm happy with how she looks.

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[johnrando]

:like

[brettbimmer]

After some Meguiars 105, Jetseal 109, and Collinite paste wax...



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[Washburn]

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b176/nishang/IMG_1788.jpg (http://s19.photobucket.com/user/nishang/media/IMG_1788.jpg.html)

This is with ONR wash, 1 coat of Sonax Brilliant Shine QD, and 2 coats of Meg's ultimate quick/spray wax, done really fast over 3 weeks ago...
AND then going through the following, during the 4 hr drive from obx to Fayetteville, about 2 hrs was like what you see below (salty rain storm - yuck!)...(that was on Sunday) - below you see the small video I made during the drive as I found the song quite fitting.. :)
After that NO cleaning was done, and tonight, I got to see how the ONr/Sonax BS/Meg's combo has held up...
Pretty happy, considering what the car went through...


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QodOlXAOnpo

[danewilson77]

Nice beads fella's.

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[Whitexi]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/10/02/unyqy3yg.jpg

New Sonax polymer net shield paint sealer It's the sheet!

[E_Rak]

Woah... impressive.

[MiniD]

Yeah, Sonax Net Shield is where it's at. Same sealant I'm using.

[zhpnsnv]

I gotta get some of that sonax. Ballin'

[Newjack]

I haven't washed my car since Septermber 1st. That was almost six weeks ago. The clearcoat on my hood in particular has worn through in a couple spots.

However I used two coats of Chemical Guys Jetseal 109 when I did the last detail on September 1st.

Can you tell my clearcoat is a little worn? I can't!



https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-ABuBZkZE01Y/UljbdmhT4dI/AAAAAAAABcg/Y3Xh11dqrl8/w1145-h859-no/IMG_20131012_005455.jpg

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-tLYgPUFp71c/Uljbhs0ZvhI/AAAAAAAABcw/PWdORTiM-qw/w1145-h859-no/IMG_20131012_005549.jpg

https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-15whJJ5Tg44/UljbjUws9cI/AAAAAAAABc4/fYN7ugkOkHE/w644-h859-no/IMG_20131012_005607.jpg

[JKO_ZHP]

Only got to the hood; had no time for a proper wash, so:
1) Wiped down with Turtle's Synthetic Wax (used as a spray-wash)
2) Clayed with Griot's Garage clay kit
3) Meguiar's Ultimate Compound to clear up any spiderwebs & small surface scratches
4) Sealed with Sonax ProfiLine
https://fbcdn-sphotos-f-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn2/1397477_10202114528885766_984555733_o.jpg

Only got to the hood after it started raining:
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc3/1403648_10202114528805764_1737161076_o.jpg

[cakM3]

Sweet baby Jesus.

The lip on that CSL trunk lid is like staring at the dimples on a woman's backside just above her butt.


Looking good Charlie!
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^^Venus dimples.

Looks good Chuck!

GS3 + TT4


Thanks guys!

[Torxuvin]

http://distilleryimage10.ak.instagram.com/53187f7a4e1711e3855c120ccc3aa4f0_8.jpg
Haven't waxed since September. *looks guilty*

[3ZHP]

P21s

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/16/a5e3y3e2.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/16/gysaty6y.jpg


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[Johal E32]

http://www.amazon.com/Detailers-Series-Poli-Coat-Paint-Sealant/dp/B004UR30QK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1384626511&sr=8-1&keywords=Detailer%27s+Poli-Coat+Paint+Sealant

I have been using Wolfgang Deep gloss 3.0 and JetSeal 109.

Thoughts on the poli coat?

[M0nk3y]

http://www.amazon.com/Detailers-Series-Poli-Coat-Paint-Sealant/dp/B004UR30QK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1384626511&sr=8-1&keywords=Detailer%27s+Poli-Coat+Paint+Sealant

I have been using Wolfgang Deep gloss 3.0 and JetSeal 109.

Thoughts on the poli coat?

Never used them.

Frozen beads

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/17/suse3a7a.jpg

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[imola red zhp]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/11/21/y5yjajuz.jpg

sent by new technology DA

[danewilson77]

Slick!

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[WolfBMW]

Morning dew:

http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac357/MonroeWolf/waterdropsbumper_zps6c54002a.jpg

http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/ac357/MonroeWolf/waterdropshood_zps2cbc3ee5.jpg

Edit: I cannot get that top photo to stop enlarging itself for the forum asfdasdhfhasdfhsfad

[E_Rak]

Morning dew:
Edit: I cannot get that top photo to stop enlarging itself for the forum asfdasdhfhasdfhsfad

Size looks fine from here!

[ELCID86]

Rain before the 5-12" of snow that's forecasted.

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[PirateZHP]

The day after the detail...1263712638

[3ZHP]

First time in the rain this year.
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/20/vupymyzu.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/20/ezazahup.jpg


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[TheFinanceGuy]

Mmmmmm. Water beading.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/07/28/za7ube4e.jpg

Washed and waxed on Wednesday. Got put to the test today during a sudden down pour. Garage was occupied...


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[danewilson77]

Nice. Bump. Moved.

[jwalther]

http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s216/jeffw63/5E298381-7D10-4EC6-A157-6581EE86162C_zpsislsfqlw.jpg (http://s153.photobucket.com/user/jeffw63/media/5E298381-7D10-4EC6-A157-6581EE86162C_zpsislsfqlw.jpg.html)

[justinco]

Nice! What was used above??

Here is mine with CQuartz UK ceramic coating, water falls right off the car :eyetwitch

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-C5hf9iUxW1M/U5oNQpoySrI/AAAAAAABR4E/xcvpQ7jKsso/s698-no/IMG_20140519_200011.jpg

[jwalther]

Nice! What was used above??

Honestly don't know. . .the PO had it waxed prior to my purchase.

[HokieZHP]

Quick shot walking to my car a couple nights ago. Chemical guys 50/50 wax from 3 weeks ago applied over blackfire WD sealant from 3-4 months ago

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/09/7ypa2a2u.jpg

[danewilson77]

Nice.

The friendliest forum on the planet!

[johnrando]

Very.

[E_Rak]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/09/yrejyvyg.jpg

[zhpnsnv]

That blackfire stuff is slick as hell. Have it on my OB right now from PO. Might have to invest in it, but damn, 50 bucks is a lot for sealant.

[TeMercZHP]

Here you go, two coats of Collinite Fleetwax, 2 weeks apart.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v639/TeMerc/20140910194951515.jpg.png (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/TeMerc/media/20140910194951515.jpg.png.html)

[az3579]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/08/09/yrejyvyg.jpg

That color is gorgeous.


Here you go, two coats of Collinite Fleetwax, 2 weeks apart.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v639/TeMerc/20140910194951515.jpg.png (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/TeMerc/media/20140910194951515.jpg.png.html)

I think this might be my next sealant; that looks amazing. How long is it supposed to last?

[E_Rak]

That color is gorgeous.

Thanks! Picture really washed it out quite a bit too

[TeMercZHP]

That color is gorgeous.



I think this might be my next sealant; that looks amazing. How long is it supposed to last?
It's not technically a 'sealant' as in the context of todays products, it's just a wax. I've been using it on my cars for close to 30 years.

Depending on what type of wash agent you use, it'll last a year, but of course beading won't stay like this, it'll degrade with age. Shine stays pretty damn good tho.

All I do is wash every week with No.7 car wash(using that longer than Fleetwax, tested in my detail shop with my regular customers over several years and does not degrade waxes), wipe down with Meguiar's Gold Quick Detailer afterwards.

One key is a second coat after a week or two, works nice, stays nice and smooth. Best way to check smoothness of the surface is to run your nails over the surface, you'll feel more that way as opposed to just using your hand\palm.

I've always applied it with a water dampened bonnet(in AZ I use bottled water cause our water sucks, too much calcium), allow it to set for a minute and buff off several times to assure full removal.

[3ZHP]

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/11/682b9e08d17d62cd980c2d5510adb5c7.jpg

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/11/417993209ab26c63858bfaf95a2f2f29.jpg


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[Vas]

I need to post a picture of my car when it rains next time. I had great results with Sonax Poly net Shield.

[TeMercZHP]

I need to post a picture of my car when it rains next time. I had great results with Sonax Poly net Shield.If it's dirty it won't be a very good representation of the beads, best pix are after a fresh wash. Even a thin layer of dirt will affect how the water lays.

[mLuMaN83]

Morning Dew.


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[TeMercZHP]

Grabbed a video of rain on the ZHP, Rain-X and had to run wipers some to see the water beads running up the hood, still not too clear but I think good enough.

http://vidmg.photobucket.com/albums/v639/TeMerc/20141008_123641.mp4

Was running at 80MPH in HOV lane. Limit is 65. :)

[OtterEffect]

Morning Dew.


15924

That is insane! What product?

[mLuMaN83]

Store bought everything.

Meguiar's Ultimate Wash, clay, wash again, polish with Nu Finish, and wax with Meguiar's Ultimate Paste Wax. No buffer. Hand pampered.

[wsmeyer]

Thought it was interesting how uniform they were on my car today

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[mbeckel]

Thought it was interesting how uniform they were on my car today

16804
Looks like a magic eye picture

Sent from in the bushes

[theothersawyer]

That's kind of mesmerizing! I like it!

[rguti153]

Hopefully I start getting results once I detail the ride

[johnrando]

Cool shot William.

[mLuMaN83]

Thought it was interesting how uniform they were on my car today

16804

oooooh

[Washburn]

2 months post - detail:
Optimum no rinse rinseless wash
Clay with Nano skin sponge
Blackfire crystal seal sealant
Optimum car wax

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/12/08/47ed0789738c3c00587b90bd00ef6498.jpg


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[johnrando]

Nice

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[OtterEffect]

Wolf Gang Deep Gloss sealant.
Almost 2 months after full detail :)

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/12/10/d8b0eb2959e45f2e25b5aca8cd667faa.jpg


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[rguti153]

Wolf Gang Deep Gloss sealant.
Almost 2 months after full detail :)

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/12/10/d8b0eb2959e45f2e25b5aca8cd667faa.jpg


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My god, just order this yeaterday

[OtterEffect]

My god, just order this yeaterday

I've been pretty pleased. It's not great at sheeting water, but it definitely works great!


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[mLuMaN83]

That Wolf Gang is no joke... Jesus.

[ryankokesh]

Going on four months now with Pinnacle 850 Black Label Sealant...

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7490/16038064601_1f5c071c25_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/qregRc)Untitled (https://flic.kr/p/qregRc) by ryankokesh (https://www.flickr.com/people/28846835@N06/), on Flickr

[danewilson77]

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/01/03/e6806b07a11610c7f920502f129e77a4.jpg

"No flamesuit required"

[Ryans323i]

Noice!

[TheFinanceGuy]

Sonax

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/12/180690560d3d6623c3ef2824b7c8a677.jpg

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/12/d0d57474c02755db93ba88ee44128194.jpg


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[Vas]

Sonax poly net shield?

[TheFinanceGuy]

Sonax poly net shield?

Yup


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[GE Geoff]

Sonax

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Gorgeous Patrick!!!

[Vas]

Yup


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I love that product.

[DetailersDomain]

I love that product.
ditto

[rguti153]

Wolfgang products

http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/03/13/1a58d8a3cb1ce0bd975aef08e408cd3f.jpg

[Whitexi]

After a week of filth this is a few shots of it just being rinsed of dirt.

1 coat of Dodo Juice pro edition. I love this wax.

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[rguti153]

I need to give that a try

[330i Lover]

What do you guys think about spray wax vs. paste wax? I'm fairly ignorant when it comes to types of waxes but both seem to provide the silky soft feeling afterwards. Obviously the spray takes 1/8 the time. My ZHP is 11 years old the original owner has NEVER waxed it with traditional (paste) wax, only used the spray kind and it feels/looks fantastic.

[cakM3]

I don't use spray wax....

[Rovert]

Borrow paste from someone locally to try it out.

[330i Lover]

Borrow paste from someone locally to try it out.

I've used the paste wax before and don't really notice much difference, other than taking hours and hours.

[az3579]

What do you guys think about spray wax vs. paste wax? I'm fairly ignorant when it comes to types of waxes but both seem to provide the silky soft feeling afterwards. Obviously the spray takes 1/8 the time. My ZHP is 11 years old the original owner has NEVER waxed it with traditional (paste) wax, only used the spray kind and it feels/looks fantastic.

I wouldn't use either. A synthetic sealant lasts significantly longer than a standard wax does.
The Menzerna PowerLock sealant I use lasts anywhere between 3-6 months realistically, depending on what season I'm using it in. In the winter, it won't last as long due to all the crap associated with winter driving, but in the nicer weather I still get beading 4,5, sometimes even 6 months later.

A standard wax won't last nearly that long.

[slater]

What do you guys think about spray wax vs. paste wax? I'm fairly ignorant when it comes to types of waxes but both seem to provide the silky soft feeling afterwards. Obviously the spray takes 1/8 the time. My ZHP is 11 years old the original owner has NEVER waxed it with traditional (paste) wax, only used the spray kind and it feels/looks fantastic.

i've used zymol wax for years, which is not really either - it's gooey liquid stuff. i've always liked it and get 2-3 months of protection with it.


I wouldn't use either. A synthetic sealant lasts significantly longer than a standard wax does.
The Menzerna PowerLock sealant I use lasts anywhere between 3-6 months realistically, depending on what season I'm using it in. In the winter, it won't last as long due to all the crap associated with winter driving, but in the nicer weather I still get beading 4,5, sometimes even 6 months later.

that's cool, BP. i gotta try that. how do you apply the sealant?

peter

[az3579]

that's cool, BP. i gotta try that. how do you apply the sealant?

peter

With my Griots Garage 6" Random Orbital and sealant pad.

[slater]

With my Griots Garage 6" Random Orbital and sealant pad.

how does one apply it without a random orbital buffer?

peter

[cakM3]

I use Pinnacle Sovereign wax on my cars :) I apply the wax by hand after the car's surface has been adequately prepped :thumbsup

[Vas]

Wax is old school. I use Poly net shield.

[theothersawyer]

If you want a spray wax, I HIGHLY recommend Eagle One Wax as you Dry! It can go on everything plastic,windows, chrome, paint, etc. It works great to bead water on the windows and the paint!

[3ZHP]

This mornings dew. The wax is Griot's Best of Show. It's been a week since the last wash and it's had morning dew on it every day this week.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/28/80556c01a8981a58b455528f5d083343.jpg
http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/28/ea447b16398ccb7b9a81c386119c1c33.jpg


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[cakM3]

Looks good! :thumbsup

[3ZHP]

Looks good! :thumbsup

Thanks Charlie

[BimmerDude]

Turtle wax rubbing compond
Turtle wax Spray on Wax

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e73/we_poboys/ResizedImage_1446680747563_zpsljsxpch7.jpg (http://s37.photobucket.com/user/we_poboys/media/ResizedImage_1446680747563_zpsljsxpch7.jpg.html)

[danewilson77]

Mmmm

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[3ZHP]

A few from today's wash. Griot's Best of Show!

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/08/eaed8d4c2cc57cc8c0ebdefe7c45df45.jpg

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/08/f1ca01662c869b25b84c5de295cbabf2.jpg

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/08/4f6f81e2a2b74bae1b5ac938e541dee5.jpg


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[Scott ZHP]

Just received my Menzerna 4500, and Sonax Polymer Netshield. Phil says this combination is the bomb. Just need to find time to do it.
The E53 needs subframe bushings, so doubtful this weekend.

[az3579]

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/12/f35e95b1c9f663db7fd8338c2fd37d5b.jpg

Last detail was in June... Still beading today.

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[TheFinanceGuy]

This was from a few weeks ago. Forgot to post.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/12/54dcfbeb4790c877ef0bdff54df78223.jpg

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/12/930352172e1fd68c8f02aeb717fb9729.jpg

Netshield by Sonax applied two weeks prior to this.


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[TheFinanceGuy]

This morning.

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/11/13/9b2fc647ad0b82499bed48731053134c.jpg


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[TigerTater]

23161

It's been a very wet December down in Louisiana. Supposed to be 82 on Christmas!

[TheFinanceGuy]

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/16/01/01/3b64a3bb0474cac299a6f16467011511.jpg

http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/16/01/01/9dea3a2156d6069c2bcef7747e75e7be.jpg


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[Rovert]

That looks half frozen!

[ELCID86]

That looks half frozen!

Half!?


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[TheFinanceGuy]

That looks half frozen!

Totally frozen! The sonax net shield is still doing its thing and making the water bead up well.


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[Safinstant]

2411224110 The first pic is in September when I first applied Zaino bros show car polish. 2nd pic is a few days ago. No applications since. Here's a pic from today24111

[D1ESEL]

No beading pictures yet but I started doing paint correction on my Techno Violet E36 M

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[bandwagn]

Love the violet - my zhp got kicked out of the garage

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2006 330Cic - love it

[bosszhp]

Trying out NanoLex WashCoat I got in my mystery box from Detailers Domain. This was after my first application of it, the car only had some crappy self-serve car wash spray on wax last month. Haven't done any real paint work to the car so with that being said I'm pretty happy with the results.

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[johnrando]

Nice

[Rovert]

CQuartz Ceramic coating one year ago. It parks outdoors 99% of the time. Daily drive it and give it washes with running water over the glove when I start to see dirty. I sometimes use the California blade over it when I'm lazy even if the car got freshly rained on. I haven't done anything to the coating since it was professionally applied.

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[slater]

wow, trevor! i need to get me some of that...

[danewilson77]

Amazing

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[theothersawyer]

My friends got opticoat on his 330 and that car always looks like it has a fresh detail! So nice! I need it done to my car!

[Rovert]

It does cost a bunch but once it's done, maintenance doesn't take much time.

The detailer needed a full day to 2 or 3 step polish the clear coat. Then the next day to apply ceramic and cure. So if have the finances to dump into the finish that'll last minimum of two years, then you will probably make the money back doing productive/priceless things instead of constantly detailing.

[slater]

It does cost a bunch but once it's done, maintenance doesn't take much time.

The detailer needed a full day to 2 or 3 step polish the clear coat. Then the next day to apply ceramic and cure. So if have the finances to dump into the finish that'll last minimum of two years, then you will probably make the money back doing productive/priceless things instead of constantly detailing.

OK, that helps. i had my car painted last summer but have a few more paint items to deal with and will have them done, along with a full polish by my paint guy (friend). i may have him do this as well.

[Rovert]

Yeah don't do ceramic coating on an uncorrected clearcoat. It needs to be perfect under the ceramic to shine.

[Vas]

Permanent coating is not cheap. The car requires a full paint correction usually then applying the coating and having it bake under lamps.

[slater]

Yeah don't do ceramic coating on an uncorrected clearcoat. It needs to be perfect under the ceramic to shine.

yep, that should be no problem. i'm really more interested in the protection aspect, then the shine.



Permanent coating is not cheap. The car requires a full paint correction usually then applying the coating and having it bake under lamps.

i watched the c.quartz video on how to apply it, they don't mention the baking aspect.

[Rovert]

My friend doesn't bake either. I guess there are other methods and products out there!!

[Vas]

Baking just provides a faster cure time.

[MtechJon]

So Cal got a nice misting last night http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160306/fed20db55e9a5dfec1085bf73e6b6c0b.jpg
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[Ssparrow]

Crappy cellphone pictures, but I had some nice beads going on this morning after the rain

Nanolex spray sealant, followed by collinite paste wax. (Both from my detailers domain mystery box!)

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[3ZHP]

Last nights rain.

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[KevinC]

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A spring rainfall in Phoenix. Not sure what detailing products in play here, still living off the pre-delivery detail by EAG last July. Whatever they did, it's awesome. Still has incredible lustre, even when dusty or after a rain.

[holyc0w]

Collinite 845 after 2-3 weeks

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[holyc0w]

Applied yesterday night:

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[3ZHP]

A few from today! Crazy amounts of rain over the last few days. Huge amounts of standing water and rushing streams, ditches and rivers.

Glad to be on top of the hill on these days.

Wax is, Griot's Best of Show.

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[cakM3]

Best of Show car wax is a great product [emoji1419]

Looks great Guy!! [emoji41]


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[3ZHP]

Best of Show car wax is a great product [emoji1419]

Looks great Guy!! [emoji41]


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Thanks! Luv that stuff.

[Rovert]

So the car was cQuartz ceramic coated two years ago and I have not had to do any maintenance which shows on the roof.

My new trunk lid hasn't been ceramic coated yet but I just waxed it with an old product called World's Best Wax. LOL

Now you can see the difference here:
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[Ridgey]

So the car was cQuartz ceramic coated two years ago and I have not had to do any maintenance which shows on the roof.

My new trunk lid hasn't been ceramic coated yet but I just waxed it with an old product called World's Best Wax. LOL

Now you can see the difference here:
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Is C-Quartz the real deal? Considering it for my upcoming paint correction.

[Rovert]

It's pretty good. But I can't really compare as I haven't used other brands. On M3Forums there is a thread on all of the different competitors. Just goto the E46 section and search for it. [emoji1417][emoji1417]

[holyc0w]

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[danewilson77]

Very bead...ie(ey)...

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[Wisco]

Paint correction and Chemical Guys sealant, applied by local detail shop. Trunk of Imola convertible

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[cakM3]

I did some light paint correction using 3M Perfect-It compound then sealed the paint using Rejex and added some Best of Show paste wax to finish my work.

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Been focusing on my other two playmates too much... it was long overdue to spend just the day on my ZHP.

[Oli77]

Corrected some of the blemishes. First time for me.
Orange pad with Meguiar's 105.
Red pad with Menzerna 2000.
Finished with Menzerna polymer sealant.
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[Wisco]

Menzerna Power Lock on bottom and Collinite 845 on top. Foam pad hand applied and hand microfiber towel removed

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[Rovert]

Ceramic cQuartz 2+ years of outdoor parking and daily driving life....

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No elbow grease applied since application. [emoji41]

[san]

Ceramic cQuartz 2+ years of outdoor parking and daily driving life....

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No elbow grease applied since application. [emoji41]

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[BMWCurves]

Ceramic cQuartz 2+ years of outdoor parking and daily driving life....

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No elbow grease applied since application. [emoji41]

Mad envious. Pro or Finest?

[Rovert]

Mad envious. Pro or Finest?

I have no idea. I buddy who details cars for a living did it. I'm sure whatever the best one is. He has a reputation to uphold and he is flown internationally to do cars! So it can't be second place. [emoji51]

[ZHPizza]

Mad envious. Pro or Finest?
I have no idea. I buddy who details cars for a living did it. I'm sure whatever the best one is. He has a reputation to uphold and he is flown internationally to do cars! So it can't be second place. [emoji51]Definitely Finest or UK then, given the time that you got it done and his professional status.

[nextelbuddy]

next time ill try to use my DSLR, cell phones are just so handy.

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