MikeyC

I'm more apt to agree with you given this clarification. For winter carnauba I like to use something longer lasting like Collinite 476. Even if you don't have that I would still put a carnauba on top. It won't last through the whole winter, but adding it doesn't take longer and it will add additional protection to your car while it lasts.

Ubetit

I also prefer Wolfgang for its great look, easy on/off, and slippery finish. I could argue about durability but I have yet to find and easier to use and more slippery synthetic.

dmw16

Ok, so skip the glaze? I was thinking the glaze (the 3M stuff for dark cars) would fill in the last of the swirls that my low skill level won't allow me to remove with a compound and polish?

So assuming I wanted to still use a glaze it would go like this..

compound
polish
glaze
Sealant (I have Klasse AIO)
P21S

is that right?

Or if I skip the glaze, same process but without the glaze?

MikeyC

I also say "skip the glaze" because sealants bond directly to the paint. So, putting something in between the sealant and the paint (i.e. the glaze) can inhibit the bonding of the sealant which greatly reduces the length of protection you will get.

Also, Klasse AIO is not a sealant. It's more like a cleaner wax (that has sealant instead of wax). So you won't get much protection from it. What you want is Klasse Sealant & Glaze. That's the sealant.

dmw16

Gotcha. So there are sealants with glazes in them...

Also, is the Menzerna FMJ worth the cost difference compared to the Klasse Sealant?

MikeyC

No. Klasse Sealant & Glaze is just a sealant. There are a lot of mis-used terms in the detailing world. For instance Zaino refers to Z2 as a "polish" when in fact it's a sealant.

Also, I would say it's really a matter of opinion which is better Klasse or FMJ. I would say Klasse lasts longer. So, in your situation that's pretty important.

RACER

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groundzero

with klasse you only have 2 steps: AIO and SG
with menzerna you have : polish, glaze, and FMJ = more time invested

having used both, i can say the menzerna gave me a bit more depth in appearance. as far as protection i would say they are pretty similar.

diabolus2k

Yes it's worth it. I'm maybe halfway through my 32oz. bottle that I purchased almost 2 years ago (applying it once every 4-6 weeks on average), so if price is a concern, don't worry, this stuff will last you a LONG time. It's an excellent sealant--amazing gloss/shine and it buffs off so easily compared to Klasse SG. Durability is excellent as well. I've gotten a solid 4-5 months out of a single coat

afwfjustin

I use Poorboy's EXP sealant on my car and my client's cars. It's easy to use, smells good, and lasts for a few months and can be layered with other synthetics. Good stuff.