Aussie S650 Paint protection and detailing thread

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Well, so much for the self imposed spending freeze!

Have fallen way behind with detailing both cars and still have plenty of products on hand.

And..... this arrived today from both Waxit and CCP, taking advantage of EOFY sales.

Except for NV Purge, the rest is new to me.

I plan to use the 4 x TRC Creature towels and TRC Pearl Puck applicator to apply the Collinite 845 wax. I hope these were a good choice.

Security camera screen grab, I did actually wash the RAV4 today.

I'm liking the Reload 2.0 already!
And I'll be glad to finish up this GSF, I doubt I'll be buying this again.

Mustang wash day tomorrow!

I think you chose well..............................

With the Creature, you have two sides. The short side is better at the initial wipe as it cuts through the wax residue a little easier. The plush side is good for that final pass. I use the Creature for polish removal, as well as wax/sealant removal.

I can't remember if you have used Collinite before, but for those who haven't -

- Less is more. Apply it sparingly, that bottle will last you 10 years.

- Applying thicker doesn't mean you have more protection, all of that extra wax just ends up in your towels and is harder to plough through on the initial wipe.

- Seeing as its winter, you may want to heat the bottle under running hot water to liquify the wax.

- This applies to any sealant or wax, but wash your towels ASAP. If you can't, throw them into a bucket of water with APC, high-pH soap or microfiber detergent until you can. Hydrophobic towels are a pain.

- You won't notice this as much on white or silver, but 845 can cause a hazy finish after 24-hours. This is normal and is removed at the next wash. This is the solvents within the wax rising to the surface and evaporating during the full curing process.

- You can also top 845 with a modern spray sealant such as NV Jet or Carpro Reload to extend the durability and boost the hydrophobics.

That probably sounds like it's all too much phaff to bother with. Actually, it's not, just a few points to consider. In my opinion, this is the best wax on the market for its combination of value, the slickness, the durability and............................that warm glow it creates.

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I think you chose well..............................

With the Creature, you have two sides. The short side is better at the initial wipe as it cuts through the wax residue a little easier. The plush side is good for that final pass. I use the Creature for polish removal, as well as wax/sealant removal.

I can't remember if you have used Collinite before, but for those who haven't -

- Less is more. Apply it sparingly, that bottle will last you 10 years.

- Applying thicker doesn't mean you have more protection, all of that extra wax just ends up in your towels and is harder to plough through on the initial wipe.

- Seeing as its winter, you may want to heat the bottle under running hot water to liquify the wax.

- This applies to any sealant or wax, but wash your towels ASAP. If you can't, throw them into a bucket of water with APC, high-pH soap or microfiber detergent until you can. Hydrophobic towels are a pain.

- You won't notice this as much on white or silver, but 845 can cause a hazy finish after 24-hours. This is normal and is removed at the next wash. This is the solvents within the wax rising to the surface and evaporating during the full curing process.

- You can also top 845 with a modern spray sealant such as NV Jet or Carpro Reload to extend the durability and boost the hydrophobics.

That probably sounds like it's all too much phaff to bother with. Actually, it's not, just a few points to consider. In my opinion, this is the best wax on the market for its combination of value, the slickness, the durability and............................that warm glow it creates.

Noted!

It will be the first time using the 845 for me.

I did stumble across this, this morning.
Youtube was reading my mind!

Same suggestion of hot water, or leaving it out in the sun.




My first use of Reload 2.0 on the RAV4 today was limited to the exterior plastic trim pieces.
I was blissfully unaware it could be used on the paint as well.

I was originally planning on topping the 845 with Bead Maker, something I have always liked since the first use.
Another dilemma.

Which of those two would you suggest for gloss?

 

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My first use of Reload 2.0 on the RAV4 today was limited to the exterior plastic trim pieces.
I was blissfully unaware it could be used on the paint as well.

Reload was primarily designed to protect a freshly applied ceramic coating within the first 14-days as it fully cures. After that, it can then be used periodically to maintain the coating. You can also use Reload as a standalone sealant. My use of Reload on black plastic trim is somewhat off label, but it works so well. This is the response I got when I mentioned this in the Carpro Facebook group -

"Reload has a solvent that contains oil. Thus the darkening effect. Then you get 5% sio2 to help protect it. Most trim restorers are simply solvent and oil with some form of UV protection. So yes, Reload is very much like a lighter-weight trim coating with much less risk if the coating portion fails or produces undesirable results."

I was originally planning on topping the 845 with Bead Maker, something I have always liked since the first use.
Another dilemma.

Which of those two would you suggest for gloss?

Bead Maker all day long, not much can beat it for that warm glossy glow and supreme slickness. I've found that 845 and Bead Maker play well together as both are considered polymer sealants. Some people complain that it attracts dust, but on white paint, you aren't going to notice that. Like Reload, it can be used across every surface, from paint to trim, wheels to glass.

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