Need Some Advice With Wax Selection

[William D.]

Hi all,

Now that I am nearly done compounding/polishing the car, it will soon be time for wax.

For years I've used Meguiars waxes, and been perfectly happy with them. (Gold Class, then switched to NXT 2.0 ~2010) Usually I apply Liquid Glass, then that on top of it.

My new car is called "Ivory Parchment Pearlescent Tri-Coat. I call it Ivory or Almond to make it less of a mouthful.

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I'm really not set on a particular brand of wax, but would like to keep it under $65 if possible. Dodo Juices' Light Fantastic has me a bit curious. I've also considered Bilt-Hambers' Auto Balm, as well as Pinnacle Liquid Souveran.


Question is, how much better of a wax is say, Pinnacle Souveran or Dodo Juice than my Gold Class or Griots "Best of Show"? Does using a wax designed for lighter vehicles on a lighter vehicle make more of an impact than using a "regular" wax?

I guess I don't want to pay $65 for a wax that will work just as well, and look identical to a $15 tub of it.

What would you folks recommend for a light, pearlescent painted car? The paint just as it is looks amazingly clear and reflective, I fear if I wax it it'll become a moving road hazard.

[Harleyguy]

Your wax selection is based on if your car is a garage queen or a daily driver . Most of the expensive waxes don't give you a very long protection. I actually use some of the better Mothers line when I use a wax that I want to last a couple of months Mothers reflection line. When I was showing my Corvette I would use what I call boutique line of wax's

[William D.]

It's a little of both, really. It's only driven on nice days when the grounds and roads are dry, but it is usually driven 2-3 days a week.

I care for it like a garage queen, but it does get used.

[Harleyguy]

You can get some Collinite #476 an all around good wax

[cleanmycorolla]

So basically, you're in the market for a wax under $65 that offers good looks and some good durability? You're in luck, as I am sure many others have a couple to suggest!:xyxthumbs: Anyway here is a few I would say fit the bill

DP Max Wax
845
Petes 53
CG 50/50
Pinnacle Sig Series II

[WAXOFF]

I second the Collinite but I would use 915 on that color.

[kowboy17]

I love the fact that if you put all those vehicles end to end you'd reach around the world once! I love those big cars and trucks. Great job of keeping them up and running, not to mention looking good.

P.S. The only one your missing is a 1984 Chrysler Cordoba!

[HeavyD]

I would normally just jump in to tell you to use SV Glacier on that color. But for the money I would have to agree with Chris on Pinnacle Sig. Series II. Great wax for the money. Will make the flakes pop. SUPER easy to use. Just the smell alone you will find any excuse to apply another coat. Does not last long tho. Collinite 915 if you want bombproof protection. Lacks in the looks IMO

[CM8 6MT]

Collinite 915 if you want bombproof protection. Lacks in the looks IMO

When Collinite lacks in looks, Menzerna Power Lock excels, both in looks & durability.

[Johny B]

Collinte 845, Petes 53, Pinnacle Souveran.

[HeavyD]

When Collinite lacks in looks, Menzerna Power Lock excels, both in looks & durability.

No way does PL outlast 915. I agree with looks. I was gonna ask OP if he was deadset on a wax. Powerlock would be a great option. Werkstatt AJT as well.

[Andr3wilson]

No way does PL outlast 915. I agree with looks. I was gonna ask OP if he was deadset on a wax. Powerlock would be a great option. Werkstatt AJT as well.

Werkstat is amazing value. Considering you can get the entire line; the sealant, wax, and spray for under the $65 mark. Its really hard to beat. Awesome products.

A lot of good replies on here too!

Light fantastic is a pretty good wax too!

[jlax2485]

I tried my sample of pinnacle liquid souveran and it was super easy to spread a thin coat, easy to wipe off and wow did it make my pearl white paint pop. Great wax for the money. Not sure about durability- I topped it over Poorboys world polish with sealant.

[swanicyouth]

I would use a sealant topped with a wax. If your not sure about Dodo Juice why not get the panel pot for $14 and try it out?

[BuckeyeR/T]

I am a Collinite #915 fan.