Help w/Polish, Sealant, & Wax

[Driven Auto Detail]

Hey all, great forum!

I stumbled upon AutoGeek.net last summer and have been really impressed with everything from product selection, to product information, and even how products are shipped.

Anyway, I have an '05 Mazda3 Hatchback. The color is Carbon Mica Gray; basically a charcoal color. I've ordered the following for my polish, sealant, & wax duties:

1) Wolfgang PreWax Polish Enhancer
2) Klasse Sealant
3) PB Natty's Wax - Blue

I used the Wolfgang & Klasse stuff last fall and it still seems to bead now about 6 months later. I only applied one coat of each.

What my question is, how many layers of each should I apply for the best shine and depth? As soon as we get a nice weekend here in Indy, I plan on washing, claying, polishing, sealing, and waxing the Mazda. I will be doing all this with my own elbow grease; no machines involved.

Also, if you have suggestions on what to get the next time I make a purchase to replace one of these three items, what would it be.

Any feedback and help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

[Matt]

I would go with 2-3 layers of the Klasse SG. You might want to give DP Max Wax a try...it will bring out the metallics better than the Natty's Blue.

[Driven Auto Detail]

Thanks for the info Matt. I'll be sure to order Max Wax the next time around.

One more question though. How many layers of each should I apply?

Thanks!

[Matt]

I'd do 1-2 SG layers...

Then 1-2 layers of Max Wax over it depending on how much extra depth/shine you want. Should be a very long lasting and great looking combo.

[Driven Auto Detail]

Awesome, thanks Matt!

[NissanOwner]

How long do you have to wait to apply the next layers?
Can you apply the layers on top of each other immediately or do you have to let it cure for 8-12hours before applying the next layer.

[Matt]

24 hours is the standard cure time. A product like Wolfgang sealant is good to go usually after 12 hours.

[NissanOwner]

I'm guessing you have to wash car again before another coat. What product is recommended?

[Driven Auto Detail]

Poorboy's Slick & Suds and Pinnacle Bodywork Shampoo are good ones.

I already have a bottle of DP Auto Bath Shampoo and it's treating me good so far.

[JeffW]

I would go with 2-3 layers of the Klasse SG. You might want to give DP Max Wax a try...it will bring out the metallics better than the Natty's Blue.

I concur with Matt about trying Max Wax... not only will it pop the flakes better, it'll give the car a much wetter look.