Question to all the Detailing Gurus
12-01-2009, 01:08 PM
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Question to all the Detailing Gurus
Hey guys, so i just spent the entire day detailing the car. However, as I was buffing out the turtle wax, it started turning flakey, dusty like. At the end of buffing, there was wax flakes everywhere on the floor, and between hinges.
Am I doing something wrong or is this normal? Am I letting the wax stay on the car for too long? Or is turtle wax not good?
Any help will be appreciated. Here are some pics of the car after finished applying the wax/buffing
Thank you s2ki!
Keep in mind the paint is about 15 years old...still on original toyota paint!
Am I doing something wrong or is this normal? Am I letting the wax stay on the car for too long? Or is turtle wax not good?
Any help will be appreciated. Here are some pics of the car after finished applying the wax/buffing
Thank you s2ki!
Keep in mind the paint is about 15 years old...still on original toyota paint!
12-01-2009, 01:40 PM
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I think you'll find if you try some different waxes that there are many that are quite a bit better than Turtle Wax.
My guess about the flaking is that you applied the wax on too thickly and then let it dry to the point where flaked.
Try experimenting with different application methods to get the best results from your wax of choice. Some waxes like to be applied and then immediately buffed off whereas others require some time to setup. If it needs setup time you can tell when it's time to remove by swiping your finger across the paint. If you take off the wax with your finger then it's dry enough but if you just smear it with your finger it needs more time. Eithere way, it's always important to apply wax THINLY.
My guess about the flaking is that you applied the wax on too thickly and then let it dry to the point where flaked.
Try experimenting with different application methods to get the best results from your wax of choice. Some waxes like to be applied and then immediately buffed off whereas others require some time to setup. If it needs setup time you can tell when it's time to remove by swiping your finger across the paint. If you take off the wax with your finger then it's dry enough but if you just smear it with your finger it needs more time. Eithere way, it's always important to apply wax THINLY.
12-01-2009, 06:08 PM
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<--- drools. I'll trade ya an S2k for the Poopra..... haha. I fourth, fifth, sixth or whatever number were on, using a better wax. If you're just looking for a wax you can buy in automotive stores, I recommend Meguiars.
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12-02-2009, 09:34 AM
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Two protectants you might want to consider:
1) Lusso Oro--an excellent carnauba wax sold by our sponsor, Detailer's Domain. Easy to apply and remove. Looks great.
2) Blackfire Wet Diamond--an excellent synthetic sealant that leaves behind an exceptionally slick finish. Also very easy to apply and remove. Good value.
Both Lusso Oro and Wet Diamond would look great on your red car.
1) Lusso Oro--an excellent carnauba wax sold by our sponsor, Detailer's Domain. Easy to apply and remove. Looks great.
2) Blackfire Wet Diamond--an excellent synthetic sealant that leaves behind an exceptionally slick finish. Also very easy to apply and remove. Good value.
Both Lusso Oro and Wet Diamond would look great on your red car.