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Hjfowler
08-21-2018, 02:25 PM
Hello,

I just bought a new truck. I clay barred with. Non aggressive bar. The paint is perfect. What's the best wax or sealant to use to maximize longevity of the clear coat?


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mwoolfso
08-21-2018, 02:27 PM
Collinite 476 will last 1-2 years... and while not necessary.... topped with Optimum Car Wax and yur golden for quite some time. OCW alone will last 4 months easily.

Belo
08-21-2018, 02:31 PM
i bet your paint isn't perfect haha, but all kidding aside I'm a big fan of menzerna/jespar powerlock.

Bobby B.
08-21-2018, 03:10 PM
I would still recommend polishing the paint surface first. You could use an AIO product like Blackfire One-Step.

Wolfgang offers the Deep Gloss Paint Sealant and it's extremely glossy and very durable.

BLACKFIRE One Step, BLACKFIRE Total Polish & Seal, polish and wax, cleaner wax, car polish (https://www.autogeek.net/blackfire-total-polish-seal.html)

Wolfgang Deep Gloss Paint Sealant delivers a deep, wet, liquid shimmer unlike anything you can imagine. (https://www.autogeek.net/wg5500.html)

acuRAS82
08-21-2018, 03:38 PM
If the paint is perfect enough for you as is, there’s tons of good sealants that last in the 6 month range (Powerlock and Wolfgang mentioned above are great). Collinite 845, 915 or 476 (listed above) should get you 6+ months. Check out the Autogeek website Sealants Page.

There’s also a great deal of sprays (wax, synthetics or SiO2 that can increase the longevity of whatever u decide.

Desertnate
08-21-2018, 03:49 PM
The good news is there is a huge variety of quality products here for just about every level of effort and price. The bad news is there is a huge variety....

Ultimately you should chose one based on what is important to you, i.e. cost, durability, ease of use, application method (spray/liquid/paste), etc.

The important thing isn't so much which quality product you use, but actually using something and then getting yourself into a resonable routine of keeping the vehicle clean and refeshing the product when needed.

Thomkirby
08-21-2018, 09:33 PM
As everyone has stated, there is no one product that is best. Pick something mentioned above from the AG store and apply twice a year. Once before the cold winter comes and then in the late spring time. I like the Griots Garage Poly Wax for easy application, long life, and price. Collinite 845 or the 946-paste wax work well and both will last about the same time. BlackFire and Wolfgang and McKees are are great products, but really anything AG sells will do the job. Just remember to apply thin coats and consider a spray wax or sealant between washes.

Have fun with the new truck!

Kamakaz1961
08-21-2018, 09:41 PM
You have a plethora of choices. The good thing is in the last couple of years product quality has improved significantly. You can't go wrong with any reputable brand. I like Menzerna or the USA version called Jescar Powerlock (sealant) and colorlock (wax). Polish Angel has IMO the best liquid waxes out on the market today. That is just my opinion.

dlc95
08-21-2018, 09:59 PM
I usually use Duragloss 101 "Cleaner and Polish" in that situation.

I have my guitarist's new truck to do soon, and he is getting the DG101. Light cleaners and durable sealant seem like the best bet for that job.

If it were my car, I would probably do a dedicated polish followed by a dedicated sealant. Probably Menzerna 3500 followed by Duragloss 601+111.

pickles
08-21-2018, 11:34 PM
Turtle wax FTW!!

Mike Phillips
08-22-2018, 06:00 AM
The best product is always the one you'll use on a regular basis.

Nothing lasts forever.... not even you or I....


Check out SONAX PNS


SONAX Polymer Net Shield - Closest thing to a coating without being a coating (https://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/2018-new-car-detailing-how-to-article-by-mike-phillips/120275-sonax-polymer-net-shield-closest-thing-coating-without-being-coating.html)


Here's a class where we used this product....


Pictures: SONAX PNS + Pinnacle Jeweling Wax - Ford vs Chevy (https://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/pictures-from-wednesday-night-projects/120448-pictures-sonax-pns-pinnacle-jeweling-wax-ford-vs-chevy.html)


http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/3732/PNS_031.JPG


http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/3732/PNS_028.JPG




Most people say the get 6 months out of this product and you can pretty much apply it over anything, paint, plastic, chrome, glass, etc.



:)

briarpatch
08-22-2018, 06:26 AM
As others have said....there is no 'best'. That being said, I'm casting my vote for McKees HiDef Sealant......easy on, easy off, great gloss, slickness and protection

BudgetPlan1
08-22-2018, 08:15 AM
Polish ANgel Master Sealant topped with Rapidwaxx is a very, very nice look. Feels great to the touch as well, kinda draws one in. Definately has that 'Polish Angel' look to it and also easy, mindless application.

Polish Angel Master Sealant (https://www.autogeek.net/polish-angel-sealant.html)
Polish Angel Connoisseur Rapidwaxx (https://www.autogeek.net/polish-angel-connoisseur-rapidwaxx.html)

PA Master Sealant & Rapidwaxx on otherwise unexciting silver Mazda paint:
64811

HUMP DIESEL
08-22-2018, 09:20 AM
The best product is always the one you'll use on a regular basis.

Nothing lasts forever.... not even you or I....


Check out SONAX PNS


SONAX Polymer Net Shield - Closest thing to a coating without being a coating (https://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/2018-new-car-detailing-how-to-article-by-mike-phillips/120275-sonax-polymer-net-shield-closest-thing-coating-without-being-coating.html)


Here's a class where we used this product....


Pictures: SONAX PNS + Pinnacle Jeweling Wax - Ford vs Chevy (https://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/pictures-from-wednesday-night-projects/120448-pictures-sonax-pns-pinnacle-jeweling-wax-ford-vs-chevy.html)


http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/3732/PNS_031.JPG


http://www.autogeekonline.net/gallery/data/3732/PNS_028.JPG




Most people say the get 6 months out of this product and you can pretty much apply it over anything, paint, plastic, chrome, glass, etc.



:)

Like Franks Red Hot Sauce, you can put this #%$&* On everything!!!

HUMP

gportiz
11-29-2018, 06:34 PM
I also just got a new car and I am content with the current condition of the paint. I was planning on doing a One Step Sealant but now I am considering using a Glaze and topping it with Wolfgang Deep Gloss Paint Sealant. I am hoping that this will get me through the winter and I can pull out the polisher in the summer time. Does anybody have a recommendation for a glaze that works good with Wolfgang Deep Gloss Paint Sealant? I was considering trying Chemical Guys Wet Mirror Finish Ultra Slick Gloss.