What did I do wrong Meguiar’s hybrid ceramic liquid wax?

[acuRAS82]

Good towel dry technique:
1) Make sure you washed well and car is totally clean.
2) Dry soon enough that dust/pollen has not noticeably settled on car. Rinsing again just prior to drying can flood dust away.
3) Use good drying towel, PFM is one excellent option
4) Where possible, lay the towel across wet panel to let it soak the water in all while minimizing sliding the towel across the paint.
5) When sliding towel across paint, use minimal pressure, no need to dig the towel into the paint.

If applying an LSP after the wash, minimize or eliminate any prior protection be applied by wash soap or drying aid. If you prefer drying aids, use a QD that leaves little-to-nothing behind. N-914 is a good option that leaves nothing.

[Eldorado2k]

Yup, got the app.

Ok I read somewhere that you need some lubricant when drying to prevent scratching.




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I applied a fresh layer of liquid sealant at the beginning of this month, so for the 1st 5-6 weeks I allow that base layer of protection to work on its own, which means no BeadMaker/no drying aids.

I guess I could use some Wolfgang Uber rinseless like I used to sometimes, but yesterday when I did a bucket wash I reached for probably the least desirable drying towel I own to dry my car. Why? Because I have absolutely no worries about instilling swirls during the drying process. None at all.




Using a “drying aid” is a preference, not a necessity.

[TrustJesus]

Thanks Rob, I noted it.

Thanks Ric, as I said I’m totally new to this and learning as I go, good tips
You all have a great day


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[vobro]

Are you using bug tar removal every wash? This product will degrade an existing sealant/wax, also these type of products don’t easily rinse off so this can be a reason for the sealant not bonding

[TrustJesus]

@ Vobro good points

I don’t use the tar bug remover every wash, I ran out haven’t used it since.

My problem is I don’t wash our truck weekly, until I see it dirty, my fault.

Bro, not trying to troll but I don’t even know how to apply a sealer, or nano ceramic coating, I’m literally a rookie to all this.

I’m picking it up little by little, but it’s a lot to learn.


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[PaulMys]

Ditch the Gold Class, and get some Meg's HyperWash. Great soap that cleans as well as anything and leaves nothing behind.

And get that PFM. It'll blow your mind.

[TrustJesus]

Lesson learned gentlemen, thanks for you help much thanks


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[SNP209]

Have you considered using something like a leaf blower to remove the majority of the water before proceeding with a drying towel? It makes drying a lot easier.

[PaulMys]

Have you considered using something like a leaf blower to remove the majority of the water before proceeding with a drying towel? It makes drying a lot easier.

I thought the same thing, and did this for longer than I care to admit.

Buying the PFM negates the need for the blower. IMO.

[TrustJesus]

Yes, I have thought but what’s a good electric blower?


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