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I have a 2 month old C63S coupe in Iridium Silver. The car has only been washed so far. Looking for user recommendations for quality wax or polish for Iridium Silver or any other recommedations.
Thanks
2019 Audi SQ5, 2011 Toyota Tacoma TRD 4wd, 2016 Ford Focus se Hatchback
Been using this method and combination long before Matt Moreman was thinking about it with one change to bead maker from Adams H2O Guard and Gloss. But yes, I do follow and have migrated to a lot of his other products.
Wolfgang 3.0 Paint Sealant or Jescar Powerlock topped with Collinite 845. Maintain with Beadmaker after each wash.
Results speak for themselves
LOL if a member asking a question like this is not prepared nor experienced to do all that work, use a buffer, let paint cure overnight nor use all those products. None of those products can be found in local auto part store or section. You listed great and very expensive products that are hard to find. Using all those products and procedures not for a beginner.
Not buying Beadmaker again. Tried for first time 2 months ago. I clayed car, applied BM, cured in garage for 8 hours. Next day when pollen hit it, then pollen got wet and dried the pollen particles stuck like glue. The entire car was gritty and not smooth at all. It was like using an old school sealant that attract dust and pollen. I had to clay car again and applied another sealant.
I do a simple, quick detail on my car. I run the car through a touchless car wash, then I dry it with a microfiber towel. Afterwards, I apply bead maker and the results is amazing. In order to maintain the glossy look, I just use a quick detail spray each week and reapply bead maker as needed.
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I've used all the high-end stuff (Wolfgang, Pinnacle, etc), and I always seem to come back to Griots. Seeing as my car is a daily driver and half the time has a dirty bike rack on the roof, I don't sweat the tiny difference between Griots and the expensive products.
I especially like Griots Poly Wax and Synthetic Clay.
LOL if a member asking a question like this is not prepared nor experienced to do all that work, use a buffer, let paint cure overnight nor use all those products. None of those products can be found in local auto part store or section. You listed great and very expensive products that are hard to find. Using all those products and procedures not for a beginner.
Not buying Beadmaker again. Tried for first time 2 months ago. I clayed car, applied BM, cured in garage for 8 hours. Next day when pollen hit it, then pollen got wet and dried the pollen particles stuck like glue. The entire car was gritty and not smooth at all. It was like using an old school sealant that attract dust and pollen. I had to clay car again and applied another sealant.
Beadmaker has to be the single worst facebook/social media promoted products I’ve seen. All of those silly hands to the face - gasp! I can’t believe how amazing it is videos on YouTube... and they are all by the usual product shills like Pan the organizer and that Obsessed garage goober.
I took the bait... and bought a bottle and I have to say it’s laughable how bad it is. Can’t blame them I guess.
2019 Audi SQ5, 2011 Toyota Tacoma TRD 4wd, 2016 Ford Focus se Hatchback
Originally Posted by BrownDog09
Beadmaker has to be the single worst facebook/social media promoted products I’ve seen. All of those silly hands to the face - gasp! I can’t believe how amazing it is videos on YouTube... and they are all by the usual product shills like Pan the organizer and that Obsessed garage goober.
I took the bait... and bought a bottle and I have to say it’s laughable how bad it is. Can’t blame them I guess.
What's bad about it? I have had amazing results. Maybe operator error.
What's bad about it? I have had amazing results. Maybe operator error.
Not every product is for everyone else BeadMaker would be ubiquitous and in every home. Did you see this above?
Originally Posted by E55 KEV
Not buying Beadmaker again. Tried for first time 2 months ago. I clayed car, applied BM, cured in garage for 8 hours. Next day when pollen hit it, then pollen got wet and dried the pollen particles stuck like glue. The entire car was gritty and not smooth at all. It was like using an old school sealant that attract dust and pollen. I had to clay car again and applied another sealant.
I have a 2 month old C63S coupe in Iridium Silver. The car has only been washed so far. Looking for user recommendations for quality wax or polish for Iridium Silver or any other recommedations.
Thanks
You will get, and have gotten, lots of varying suggestions, and I don't think there is a single one-size-fits-all answer. It really depends on what you want out of the product (shine vs durability) and what kind of cost and time investment you want to go into with caring for the paint. I'll just offer what I've used, what I've experienced, and my opinions. Since you specifically asked about waxes/sealants:
It you want a "warm",glowing kind of look, with decent gloss, decent price, and easy application, P21S does very well. Their paint conditioner and wash together are a very simple solution that gives a very nice look. It won't last very long, so expect to apply every two to four weeks for normal driving.
Want a high shine, slightly more involved process, then Bead Maker is about tops for spray-on applications. However, you have to put it on correctly to get the best results. And it doesn't last very long; expect to re-apply every month or so if you want to keep the shine and the beading up.
Want super slick, high gloss, and longer lasting, Fusso 99 or TAC MoonLight. Both are not cheap, and not as easy to apply (gloves are needed) and needs to cure for a few hours once applied. Both will last several months.
I realize it wasn't part of you question, but others offered soap shampoo suggestions and these would be mine: Bilt Hamber auto-wash is the best on the market for cleaning without being harsh on the paint. No competition there, I'd put up against any brand on the market. But it's only sold from one place in the U.S. so you have to order it and have it shipped. Next best is Gtechnic wash, which is what I use because I can get it from Amazon, and it's the closest thing out there in cleaning power to BH. For low cost, very easy to get soap, Meguiar's Gold Class, oddly enough, does an outstanding job.
There are lots of products out there and less is always more imo so I prefer to keep it simple. Meguiar’s gold (yellow) wash/wax combo works well with a good mit/sponge followed with some wet/dry gloss enhancer spray from Optimum while drying. I’ve used this combo on several of my black cars over the last few years and it always looks great while being simple as possible with minimal investment.
Personally I like zymol sponges.. I can see if any grit is on the sponge and easily wash it away before i even go into my rinse bucket.
These are my go to products.. I have a few more but this is what i have found to be the best. I don't think any one brand dominates the arena.
Also keep this in mind...The polishing technique and polish used are what makes the biggest difference. When you go over the car and get the clear coat as even as possible all the way around using a paint gauge it really makes the paint pop and drip pending you have the paint fully decontaminated with a degreaser and lube/clay barred prior to polish. The coatings like waxes, sealants, ceramic just protect and magnify how well the clear coat was cut and final polished.
Zymol sponges
P21s soap
P21s total auto wash degreaser
P21s gel wheel cleaner
Amazing Roll off for cleaning Tires(it is amazing on tires)
Swissvax quick finish detail spray
Swissvax pneu tire shine
Menzerna polishes
Nextzett glass cleaner (favorite by far)
Nextzett Cockpit Premium for interior bits like Trim, Screens, Steering wheel
Nextzett Gummi Pfledge For keeping the rubber trim around the windows and door on the body conditioned.
Car Pro dhydrate drying towel
Chemical guys Jetseal for a sealant
I like swissvax waxes but they are pricey though a jar lasts you like 30-40 coatings. Remember less is more!!
Microrestore for washing my microfiber towels.
The polishing technique and polish used are what makes the biggest difference. When you go over the car and get the clear coat as even as possible all the way around using a paint gauge it really makes the paint pop and drip pending you have the paint fully decontaminated with a degreaser and lube/clay barred prior to polish. The coatings like waxes, sealants, ceramic just protect and magnify how well the clear coat was cut and final polished.
I think the big thing that's missing here is how does your car live? Does it sit outside all the time or most of the time? You're in NYC I assume you want something with some durability to get through the winters or will your car be stored over the winter?
A very good sealant with good durability, nice shine and is fairly easy to apply is Sonax Polymer NetShield. The one thing that many don't like about it is that it does not provide a super slick finish to the paint...it feels just a little "grabby" I like it because it looks good and protects my cars well...I don't often touch my paint anyway.
I think the big thing that's missing here is how does your car live? Does it sit outside all the time or most of the time? You're in NYC I assume you want something with some durability to get through the winters or will your car be stored over the winter?
A very good sealant with good durability, nice shine and is fairly easy to apply is Sonax Polymer NetShield. The one thing that many don't like about it is that it does not provide a super slick finish to the paint...it feels just a little "grabby" I like it because it looks good and protects my cars well...I don't often touch my paint anyway.
If that's the situation, then finish it off with a good LSP when you want/need that extra shine and slickness. Won't last long, but at least your protection will.
06-03-2019, 12:37 PM
