Products from Meguiar and Nu-Finish Top Consumer Reports' Ratings of Liquid ...
02.09.11
CR's tests ultimately found that overall, pastes performed no better than liquids in a head-to-head comparison, with both wax types sharing similar scores for ease-of-use. The better liquids tended to improve gloss better and the best pastes lasted longer.
Other products that scored well in the Ratings included Turtle Wax Ice Synthetic Paste Polish (paste), ($16.00), and the liquid Nu Finish NF-76, ($8). Turtle Wax Ice Synthetic Paste Polish and Nu Finish NFP-80 were rated Excellent for durability, and left little or no residue on plastic trim, though Nu Finish was slightly harder to remove. The Nu Finish NF-76 was rated Very Good for durability, but gloss improvement was not as good and it left some staining on plastic parts.
With cold weather coming, now could be an excellent time to wax your car and help protect it from the potential hazards of falling leaves and road salt. Before buying a car wax, be aware that premium car wax brands don't necessarily hold up any better than lower-priced alternatives, based on CR's latest tests. In fact, some moderately priced liquids scored near the top of the Ratings--better than some products costing twice as much.
Meguiars Wash & Wax soap with Zymol Cleaner Wax Test Review Meguiar's
Testing out these products on my Hyundai Elantra. Overall, great products. Zymol wax I have used for a few years, the best wax I have found ...
What are the proper steps to wax a car? Is Zymol the best waxing product out there?
Jun 16, 2007 by Dr.Slump | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs
I have always been confused with different types of car wax products, cleaner wax, carnauba wax, sealer wax, polishing wax, liquid wax, paste wax. I just want a smooth and lasting shine. Any recommandations?
Eagle one nanu wax is probably the best on the market right now.
mister ss | Jun 17, 2007
Meguires has in there gold class waxes a viedo tape "the secrets to good auto detailing" might be out on DVD now Even an old paste waxer like me learned lots. I even tried turtle wax ice not so good. Zymol is blue colored wax and tends to be very hard to polish to a luster. Go on line and check out ZANO Brothers cleaners and waxes. Meguires is great stuff too. The NXT Generation Tech wax is great from reports I get. I use Mothers Classic carnuba wax. Classic because the tin is at least 10 years old. I also machine buff old oxidized paint first.
John Paul | Jun 16, 2007
First of all you have to start with a clean car, making sure to remove any road oil. There are several types and brands of car polish to choose from. Choose one with caranuba wax for the best and longest lasting finish. As far as brand, you get what you pay for so don't be cheap if you want a quality job. Follow directions on the container, take your time and you'll be happy.
Ford Man | Jun 16, 2007
whew!! u asked a handful. cleaner wax is just that. it a wax u use to clean ur paint finish of swirls and other spots. as far liquid or paste, its ur preference on which u like using. they do the same thing. i would reccoomend maquire's gold(paste or liquid) wax. before u use a wax, u need to apply polish. polish works to clean ur finish also. wax works to protect it. i buy most of my products from a company like automagic. its pricey, so thats why i reccommend maquire's polish and wax. plenty of waxes and polish brands out there, but many are not proven. its bascially a trail and error thing. Zymol is not the best by far. basically the best is what works for you. try the maguire's gold and u will definitely see a big diffirence in your paint. it will not just shine, it will deepen in color. the darker the color the more heads u will turn. also, buy u a bottle of spray detailer. thats a life saver right there!!! if u have any questions i will gladly assist. wax ur car then a month later, wax it again, regardless if u feel it needs it or not. i do it that way because u get a good coating on and the wax really bonds and is noticeable beyond doubt. if u have access to a buffer, u really in there, but its not necessary if ur finish isn't real bad.let me know and i will break it down more for you. i guaranteeu will be impressed
cedric a | Jun 16, 2007
While this won't directly answer you - it will also directly HELP you, lol.
Mothers Clay Bar set (or Meguiar's) -- use it and enjoy the feeling of a new finish without the trouble. I have shown 3 friends this product in person, and three, count em, THREE cynical men have literally been amazed at results. Do the clay bar system right:
Wash the car as close to home as you can, don't worry about drying it this time.
Get your car in the shade.
Do the clay bar product as directed.
Then wash again, if needed, THEN wax in the shade.
When I do the clay bar, I gently drape an old sheet on the ground where I'm working. Here's why: If you drop the clay bar on bare ground, you MUST throw it away. I can't stress that enough. Don't destroy your finish to save $10 on a bar - buy a backup bar if you want. If I drop the bar on a sheet and it looks OK, then I continue. But honestly, I've done 5 cars with clay bars, and only dropped the bar once, and I still threw it out.
I don't even use "cleaner" waxes anymore, I do the bar and go straight to waxing. You can do the bar as often as needed, but really, more than once a year is probably just too much work with little gain.
Unless your finish is really trashed, you will be blown away at the results. The finish will feel like glass again, it's that good.
Then, any wax (but I love Xymol too) will look great.
Good Luck... :)
fitpro11 | Jun 16, 2007
How do I use polishing compound and cleaner wax?
Jul 25, 2008 by da_hal | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs
I got 3M Rubbing Compound and Zymol Cleaning Wax but I'm not sure how to use them. I tried them on a part of the hood first yesterday, and it seems to work OK, but it didn't take off all the water spots.
The salesman said it works just like wax, but I think it needs to be rubbed more. Here's my questions:
1. Is the time when it's the most effective when it's wet or dry? Do you rub it in hard when it's wet then softly when it's dry?
2. Which bonnets should I use and when?
3. I got a cleaner wax. The salesman said I should polish the car after the rubbing compound. I tried that yesterday too, and it seems to work well. Do I need to wax the car after this too?
thanks in advance.
4. For the cleaner wax, do I need to change bonnets? It seems like I can just keep rubbing with the same bonnet until it's gone.
Stop! Put the buffer down...now back away slowly... Read this website, it'll tell you everything you need to know and more. http://www.autopia.org/forum/guide-detai ling/
Rubbing compounds are not to be used lightly - they are abrasive and before you know it, you car is full of little scratches, and/or dull looking. They can be used, once you know how.
vividmystique | Jul 25, 2008
id look online at car sites
brenkimberlin | Jul 25, 2008
Follow the instructions on the bottle and you will find your use successful.
Idreesa | Jul 25, 2008
Why can't you wax a car in direct sunlight?
Sep 25, 2009 by Gregory D | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs
I've been using Zymol Cleaner Wax in direct sunlight and so far I haven't experienced any negative results. This wax seems to dry up much more quickly, however, this particular wax is designed to be wiped off immediately. Would you say it is safe to use Zymol Cleaner Wax in direct sunlight? If "yes", what would happen if I used another brand of wax that is designed to be left on the car for a certain period of time?
If in the shade it can be applied easier, and more even. Some waxes will dry real fast and hard and will not come off easy. but if it works for you ? then go for it.
| Sep 25, 2009
to much cleaner wax will cut clearcoat .try turtle wax ice,worked for me.on rubber and plastic parts,with no whiteing. shine last for months...
charles | Sep 25, 2009
because the sun will bake it on your car.
bandit_60 | Sep 25, 2009
because the wax dries too fast
thus making it harder too remove
THUMBS UP! | Sep 25, 2009
Is it true that waxing in swirl motions will create more swirl marks?
Oct 04, 2009 by Gregory D | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs
I don't know if this is a myth or whether it's actually true, but some people on the internet are saying that you should only wax in a back-and-forth motion. I really don't see how this is true because most waxes are so smooth when they go on - especially paste wax. However, the Zymol cleaner wax I have clearly instructs you to go back-and-forth but I only do that on the edges. Maybe this is true only when using cleaner wax.
wax is non abrasive
therefor
as long as your cloth is clean
your car is clean
and doing everything properly
then no, you will not instill swirl marks in your car
zymol like to tell you to put their products on a certain way
when in reality, it doesnt matter
THUMBS UP! | Oct 04, 2009
what is the best soap for washing cars?
Aug 10, 2009 by Ryley S | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs
as well as the best leather cleaners, waxes, chrome polish, and any other cleaning stuff ill need?
I've heard of meguires, turtle wax, and zymol being the best any other suggestions?
DO NOT USE Dish Soap it is too harsh for the paint and removes wax. I usually just buy the cheap stuff at Walmart and have had no problems with it.
