Tips on waxing/washing

[chipmb2985]

I recently ran my car through a touchless wash (it's very cold here) followed by using Optimum Rinseless wash. I then used Meguiars quick detailer and then attempted to wax.

Before waxing I ran my fingers across and the surface was smooth. I then wax and notice that it's leaving a gritty surface on the hood. Notice the dots on the surface.

Could this happen from applying too much wax? or not properly waxing car?

I'm using meguiars black wax.

[Max Luster Auto]

How cold is the paint surface and the wax while you're applying it?

[spiralout462]

Was the paint in that condition before the "touchless/rinsless" wash?

[chipmb2985]

It's actually a lot warmer in my garage (around 55 degrees) and that's where I did it. It seems to remove some of the grit when you smear with your finger.

After the wash it felt smooth. This happened the last time I waxed it too. Can't figure it out and now i'm worried that it's scratching the paint. The only panel I noticed it on was the hood.

[chipmb2985]

Next time I wash I will try claying after and see if it helps before waxing.

[spiralout462]

It's actually a lot warmer in my garage (around 55 degrees) and that's where I did it. It seems to remove some of the grit when you smear with your finger.

After the wash it felt smooth. This happened the last time I waxed it too. Can't figure it out and now i'm worried that it's scratching the paint. The only panel I noticed it on was the hood.

Something is scratching the paint!

[sunday joe]

Next time I wash I will try claying after and see if it helps before waxing.

Claying is a good step. Try baggie test first.
Good luck.

[RobertJ34]

From my understanding Megs black wax has abrasives in it. Could this be what you're seeing? Maybe a combo of too much wax/temp/etc could be a cause of what you may be seeing.

"Through years of careful research and development, Meguiars has found the perfect combination of protective polymers, gloss enhancers, abrasives and micro cleaners to create a formula that produces a level of gloss, depth and clarity that is unheard of on dark colors – all while being exceptionally easy to apply and remove." Meguiars Black Wax, black wax for cars

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[chipmb2985]

From my understanding Megs black wax has abrasives in it. Could this be what you're seeing? Maybe a combo of too much wax/temp/etc could be a cause of what you may be seeing.

"Through years of careful research and development, Meguiars has found the perfect combination of protective polymers, gloss enhancers, abrasives and micro cleaners to create a formula that produces a level of gloss, depth and clarity that is unheard of on dark colors – all while being exceptionally easy to apply and remove." Meguiars Black Wax, black wax for cars

What the heck..I think you're right. And the reason why I felt them is because I didn't put enough pressure into waxing it in order for the abrasives to do their job. But I thought it was grit so that's why I didn't lol.

But I'm going to try something new next time. Any recommendations for something that doesn't streak easily and gives descent protection?