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04-27-2008, 02:36 PM | #1 |
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I am not using wax from the glands of a rainforest monkey
I know lots of folks opt for expensive & obscure waxes, the expensiver and obscurer the better.
I just polished my SGM 135 with Turtle Wax Ice. They sell it at Target. But check it out: You can polish everything with it: The headlight covers, the shadowline trim, the sunroof window, the diffuser, the windshield-wiper arms, the wheels, the mirrors, everything. It never leaves a speck of white residue. It doesn't require an orbital polisher operated by a Swedish masseuse. You can do it in full sun. It's some sort of mix of "silicone and hydrocarbon polymers." Maybe I'm not ready for a Pebble Beach concourse, but shine is shine, and I've got it. And in the real world, it's hard not to like something this user-friendly.
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Hey Roadburn, any pics to go with the review? I was at Target today looking at the Ice wax and their weird Ice liquid clay treatment. How much of a difference did it make? Can you compare it to other typical over the counter wax products? Any info, thoughts, and opinions would be greatly appreciated.
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04-27-2008, 04:23 PM | #4 |
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I gotta agree with Roadburn. I have tried just about everything over the years from 3M to Zymol. I just tried Black Magic (recommended by Consumer Reports) yesterday and except for being a PITA getting it all off, it leaves as good a shine as anything else I have tried.
It is fun to try all the different product but this is what works for me: - Simple Green (works great on the wheels etc.). - Glycerin face soap (really cleans up the interior well and cheap). - Any kind of car wash soap (I use Zymol from Target because I like the smell). - Choose your wax/polish (just test it out first to make sure it does not scratch or haze the surface) though my favorite is The Wax Shop Natural Carnauba Super Glaze (easy on, easy off and smells good). - BMW's leather care, I really like Griot's also. - 303 for the rubber, I like Griot's rubber treatment too. - Meguiar's Quick Detailer for between wash touch-up, I think Griots is better but the Meguiar's is everywhere. - A California Car duster (why wash when you can dust and Quick Detail). - Plexus for all the plastic stuff.
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This stuff is liquid magic for touching up your shine, much better than other detailers I've tried (though I haven't tried the Ice detailer). I loved the way the Meguiar's spray worked on all surfaces -- no worries about overspray, or a cleaning cloth brushing against a window. No white residue in tight seams. The Ultimate stuff just works like a charm on everything. But Meguiar's doesn't have a wax with those same characteristics. So I tried Ice (I tried it first on my wife's Ford). It works the same way. It goes on a little weird, more filmy than waxy, but it buffs to a great shine. I used one microfiber towel to remove the stuff, and then a fresh one to buff. More layers can mean more shine, they say. It's not a "cleaning" wax (which I like -- no solvents or abrasives), but that means your car needs to be really clean first. I washed my 135 in the driveway (using Meguiar's) -- and had 5 different neighbors stop by or holler compliments. I didn't shoot the 135 after I shined it; I hopped in & pressed "start."
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04-27-2008, 09:41 PM | #6 |
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That's funny. I posted something in another threat earlier today about how I just bought that ultimate quik detailer for the expensive $9.99 thinking I'd give it a try between washings to keep the car looking it's best, so glad to hear your rave review. I sat there holding the $4.99 normal quik detailer from meguiar's and this new one and I'm like, is it worth the extra $5? Figured the car was worth the lil extra and I'll use it next weekend to see what I think. I do like what you're saying though about how it can go on all surfaces, cause it's a pain to keep the normal one off the glass, trying to constantly shield it, etc. I'll probably try the ice then instead of the meguiar's nxt 2.0. Why not. I'm going to clay it first though to make sure it's pristine. Not going to do for a few weeks though....having too much fun driving it. Can't say enough how in love I am with this car. Ahhh.
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04-27-2008, 10:39 PM | #8 |
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Having used Meguiars for a lifetime, I tried Mother's just today, awesome wax.
I have a little secret to share, being a machinist, having a shop at home, I also have a source of compressed air with obligatory blow guns, white wax residue is too easily dealt-with, one short squirt, residue gone.:wink:
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04-28-2008, 01:58 AM | #9 |
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As far a quick detail try this ... http://www.chemicalguys.com/Pink_Qui..._p/wac_102.htm
$22 for a Gal. which is pretty cheap considering. It is by far the best quick detail i have used. Comes off easier than Megs. and leaves a much better shine and much better "anti-static". Just my .02 |
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I don't really think you can buy a bad wax anymore, I just want the one that will last the longest. :smile:
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05-14-2008, 03:51 PM | #11 |
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i tried that ICE claybar and the ICE paste wax on my sister's car. the claybar does not get my vote, i ended up using an actual claybar, it worked MUCH better. her paint was highly oxidized. the ICE paste wax is really really incredible, i loved it. although i have an arsenal of zaino's stuff and will continue to use it on MY car, the ICE applied very easily, came off easily, didn't leave residue on anything, and gave a brilliant glossy, smooth shine. it took far less time than zaino and was much easier to use. i might end up switching if i can't get the zaino to work better. i can't see it to wipe it off because it is so thin, thin white haze on alpine white is like camouflage.
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05-14-2008, 05:51 PM | #13 |
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I use Griot's Garage Speed Shine as an in-between-waxing paint cleaner. It works great. I definitely want to try out the Ice stuff too. Is it a more of a wax or polish?
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05-14-2008, 10:55 PM | #16 |
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Pep Boys had a deal on the ICE products, buy one get one free a few months ago so I decided to try it...I like it better than the Zymol! It's easier to put on, lasts longer and the shine is just as good.
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05-15-2008, 02:14 AM | #17 |
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the nxt wash is relatively strong and can strip your wax clean faster than milder shampoos. i would use it only if the car is really dirty but your better off with milder alternatives for regular washes.
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I've been using Griots Best in Show wax. Next time I'm using their carnuba wax. I hope to see a difference. Claying is also great for glass!
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05-15-2008, 03:02 PM | #19 |
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I would stick with real clay bars for claying (As opposed to that "liquid clay" some companies offer.) Mothers and Meg's both offer a great claying kit for about $18.
Understandably some people (actually most people) probably dont have the patients or time to go through an entire 5 step detail with paint correction for a daily driven car. If your car is new there should be minimal swirl markage to begin with. Just be very very careful how you wash it to prevent more swirls. On a new car a nice wash/dry, clay job, and synthetic sealant ("wax") should be fine for months. The Meg's NXT Techwax 2.0 is getting good reviews...though haven't tried mine yet. |
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05-15-2008, 06:14 PM | #20 |
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I love ice, although I just ordered a buttload of zaino product and a polisher. They kinda swirled my car at the dealer and I cant stand it!!!!!!!!! So, next Sunday is official, de-swirl my car day.
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05-15-2008, 08:41 PM | #21 |
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The only problem with some of the Turtle Wax products, that I've heard.. they don't last very long. Great shine, but not much more than a month, maybe 2 of shine. I have not tried ICE before, so can't say regarding that one.
I usually use wax from a rare species of Monkey that can be found in belize...made from it's toes!! |
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