Can you layer Meguiars Gold Class Liquid Wax?
06-07-2006, 05:30 PM
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We can talk prep all day, but everyone who's toyed with Meguiar's GC wax enough KNOWS that its durability = butt. Also, I wouldn't recommend a QD before a coat of wax either. You want maximum contact between the clear and the wax/sealant; why have a layer of QD in between? Bad juju.
Also, I break out the dishwashing liquid at most once every three months. It's a quick, simple way of getting rid of old wax. I wouldn't make a habit out of it because of what improper stripping with regular soap CAN do.
If you have bugs/bird poop/etc still on the car after your wash and the claybar didn't take it off, don't use QD. Lean toward a mild solvent - 50%-70% IPA is a popular choice.
Also, I break out the dishwashing liquid at most once every three months. It's a quick, simple way of getting rid of old wax. I wouldn't make a habit out of it because of what improper stripping with regular soap CAN do.
If you have bugs/bird poop/etc still on the car after your wash and the claybar didn't take it off, don't use QD. Lean toward a mild solvent - 50%-70% IPA is a popular choice.
06-07-2006, 05:39 PM
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There is no such thing as a "layer" of QD...its a spray on, wipe off type of thing and it doesn't stay. Then again it may depend on the brand...not all of them are the same I guess.
06-07-2006, 05:59 PM
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Originally Posted by davered00ss
I would post this question on their web site. www.meguiarsonline.com
06-07-2006, 09:46 PM
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Just checked out the Meguiars forum. Much detailing info there. Consensus is 2 will be ok, no benefit from third layer. Also, most like a layer of NXT followed by a layer of Gold Class. I will try that next time!
06-07-2006, 10:09 PM
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FWIW, Consumer Reports just rated 28 popular liquid, paste and spray waxes. #1 was Black Magic Wet Shine Liquid Wax and #2 was Turtle Wax Carnauba Car Wax T-6. Both these products sell for only $7. Meguirs Gold Class was #6. I wish they would have rated Zaino, but they didn't.
06-07-2006, 10:13 PM
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Originally Posted by BlackHawk T/A
There is no such thing as a "layer" of QD...its a spray on, wipe off type of thing and it doesn't stay. Then again it may depend on the brand...not all of them are the same I guess.
There is a reason that they're called "quick detailers" - some of these products are good enough to use as a first step AND last step after your wash.
QDs definitely aren't the same.
06-07-2006, 11:53 PM
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Originally Posted by bigdsz
FWIW, Consumer Reports just rated 28 popular liquid, paste and spray waxes. #1 was Black Magic Wet Shine Liquid Wax and #2 was Turtle Wax Carnauba Car Wax T-6. Both these products sell for only $7. Meguirs Gold Class was #6. I wish they would have rated Zaino, but they didn't.
this would be the same article that says.. and I quote
And our best all around choice, Turtle Wax Carnuba Car Wax T-6, can cause slight scratching or hazing on newer dark-colored finishes
With the advent of the clear coat ... you aren't likely to improve the shine on any new vehicle
with any wax you choose, we recommend you first try using it on an inconspicuous area such as a doorjamb
06-08-2006, 02:00 PM
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Scratching? Hazing? Not improving shine? DOOR JAMBS? Sounds like a noob problem! Yet another fine example of the quality of opinions coming from "consumer-oriented" media such as CR.
