second coat wax/sealant

[Fit08]

What are our thoughts?

 

Putting a second coat of wax/sealant on after say a month or so what process are we using to make sure paint is clean for this application. Yes, we can wash but it seems like even with the most OCD wash there can be contaminates left over in my experience. Do we do a WW then?? I may be being to picky on a DD but with that said after many, many hours of polishing the last thing we want is more swirls right away!

 

 

[mc2hill]

I apply Americana the next wash after applying MSS.  I have always just done a 2 bucket wash, but adding Waterless Car Wash to a foam gun or using WCW as your drying agent would not hurt. 

[Chris@Adams]

If you haven't washed your dd in a month, yes you better do a two bucket wash........

[Fit08]

If you haven't washed your dd in a month, yes you better do a two bucket wash........

 

LOL, sure it gets a weekly wash and two bucket at that with grit guards spoiled for sure.(giggle)

[Chase@InsanePaint]

Well, if you clay, you're going to remove some of (very little, but still) the already previously applied protection.  So just a 2-bucket is gonna have to do.  I guess you COULD follow that with a WW before applying the wax, but that's your call.  Why not just top it off with Americana during the initial detail??

 

If you're saying you'd like to add ANOTHER coat of wax, 30-60 days down the road, then stick with your initial idea.  Again, any further paint cleansing or polishing is simply gonna remove what you already have applied.

Edited September 8, 2013 by Chase@Adams

[Fit08]

Well, if you clay, you're going to remove some of (very little, but still) the already previously applied protection.  So just a 2-bucket is gonna have to do.  I guess you COULD follow that with a WW before applying the wax, but that's your call.  Why not just top it off with Americana during the initial detail??

 

If you're saying you'd like to add ANOTHER coat of wax, 30-60 days down the road, then stick with your initial idea.  Again, any further paint cleansing or polishing is simply gonna remove what you already have applied.

 

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Yes, initial detail would be ideal, but had to drive car before all waxing could be completed. I just know the paint will not be as clean as it was during the initial detail so was wondering what he collective was doing. If the quick sealant is as good as they say then I should be golden till next spring with one coat.

[BTBSS]

I applied QS a week after my correction and Americana. Hoping I don't have to reapply Americana for 3-4 more months

[TheBurninator]

I applied QS a week after my correction and Americana. Hoping I don't have to reapply Americana for 3-4 more months

 

Americana doesn't last that long...

[alenv10]

Does anyone know how long all of these last?

machine super sealant-

buttery wax- 

brilliant glaze-

americana-

 

and is it a good idea to do super sealant and then follow it by buttery or brilliant for good protection and deep shine?

[EPHIOS]

I wish Adam's would a paint sealant, in paste form.

 

I always like applying wax or sealant by hand. I am not sure what it is, but I like being old school. I like holding on to a jar of wax, while spreading it.

 

I like using both paint sealant and wax on my car. I like the durability of a sealant, and the look of carnauba-based wax.

Edited September 14, 2013 by EPHIOS