nevide

OK, this may sound dumb but how do you properly wax your car? I mean, do anyone has an article on how to properly wax a car? I don't need a zaino article, just a normal wax ie, meguiras, etc.

Guest0001

try searching the detail section

truelove

try reading the instructions on the bottle.

David N.

different waxes require different methods. for example, blitz needs to dry 20 mins before buffing off, whereas p21s needs to be buffed off immediately after applying it to a panel.

but in general you should first thoroughly wash your car b4 waxing. apply wax in front to back motions as air would flow over your car. use a foam pad. don't use too much wax. just enough to cover the surface. buff off with a quality cotton towel or MF towel in front to back motions.

MarkL

Some basic "rules" are: wash car first to remove any dirt; don't wax in heat or direct sun; apply in straight lines (not circular) to minimize appearance of any light scratches; buff to a brilliant shine

Some other board members have written lengthy methodologies -- some like to clean the finish first with "Dawn" dish detergent to remove all old wax first...

Edit: Didn't see David N's reply when entering mine!

BTW, I use Blitz and I don't think it has to wait 20 minutes -- I don't remember that instruction. Usually I buff it off after just a few minutes...

Guest0001

you can also PM 'alboston'... that guy is the master of detailing

LiquidSmile

Try
http://www.autopia-carcare.com/waxingsealing.html

David N.

Mark, you're right. blitz actually needs to haze b4 buffing. depending on the weather outside it could be much less than 20 minutes. when i blitz, i usually apply to the whole car first (which takes 20 mins) then start buffing from the first place i appplied.

nevide

nice infos. See, I though you have to do a circular motion for waxes. My meguiras doesn't give detailed instructions (from what I remember anyway) about the basic things you need to know about waxing. Anyway, how much would it cost to get my car detailed in a detail shop. Standard procedure.

Kar don

tell me how to wax my car you say? There is a sticky that outlines how to do it in the MBWorld detailing forum that I made. Please check that out. Here is the link...

How to wax your car

amdeutsch

Anybody here remember the movie *The Karate Kid*? I think if you watch it will find the instructions you are asking for.