What wax do you use?

BeefTaco · 06-16-2008, 02:21 PM

I use Malco Glaze II™ One-Step Cleaner/Polish where I work our detail department uses nothing but Malco products on our cars and trucks and they swear by it seems to be good stuff.

tacomaman06 · 06-16-2008, 02:24 PM

mothers clay bar, mothers or meguiars polish, and mothers or meguiars wax......i like both of them. i also use eagle1 nanowax.....good stuff.

chris4x4 · 06-16-2008, 04:53 PM

System One.

Rockstar2448 · 06-16-2008, 06:49 PM

I use Zymol, have for a few years, on my Taco and the wife's Accord. Pics of both are in my photo section just after a fresh wax job. It does a good job and isn't too hard to work with. I used to use 3M Marine wax/polish for boats, it lasted a good long time, but it's hard to find now, not sure if they even still make it. I was getting it when my dad used to paint boats at a marina.

Here's Consumer Reports most recent survey results:
1.Black Magic Wet Shine Liquid Wax
2.Turtle Wax Carnauba Car Wax
3.Eagle One Nanowax
4.3M Perfect-it Show Car Liquid Wax
5.DuPont Teflon Ultra Wax
6.Meguiar's Gold Class Clear Coat

Zymol is ranked 8th with low marks for poor compatibility with plastics and for light scratching and hazing. So I'm thinking about going with something different later this year when I wax the next time.

Toy4Life · 06-16-2008, 06:59 PM

My wife got me a bunch of the Turtle Wax Ice products for Father's Day. For their ease of use, I was pleased with the results. Havn't gotten a chance to try the liquid claybar, but I'm looking forward to testing it out.

tacomaman06 · 06-16-2008, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Toy4Life

My wife got me a bunch of the Turtle Wax Ice products for Father's Day. For their ease of use, I was pleased with the results. Havn't gotten a chance to try the liquid claybar, but I'm looking forward to testing it out.

you should have pretty good results. its not as good as a regular clay bar, but it will do pretty good.

Toy4Life · 06-16-2008, 07:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tacomaman06

you should have pretty good results. its not as good as a regular clay bar, but it will do pretty good.

Considering I've never used any claybar before, it should definately be an improvement.

tacomaman06 · 06-16-2008, 07:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Toy4Life

Considering I've never used any claybar before, it should definately be an improvement.

yeah.....definitely!!! you'll notice how much easier the polish and wax goes on and comes off after the claybar!!!

rachunter · 06-16-2008, 07:15 PM

Nothing but Liquid Glass for me.

I have used it on and off for 23 years, I have tried others but I always come back to Liquid Glass.

Goldenarms · 06-17-2008, 08:06 AM

Turtle Wax Ice is good, I also really like Meguire's 26

missileman125fw · 06-17-2008, 08:11 AM

O.K., I use that Turtle Wax spray Wet and Dry. It does a great job after every wash. Leave your Tacoma wet, spray a little on and wipe dry. Then every three months I use the sealent that Toyota gave me in my console.

ph16drive · 06-17-2008, 09:51 AM

Collinite #845 Insulator Wax . . . long lasting and easy to apply. Don't forget to keep the truck in the shade when you're waxing.

Johnny_knox69 · 06-27-2008, 04:56 PM

Don't use carnauba wax unless you want to wax ever month. ALthought the best it doesn't last as long. This is for car show guys. Cars that never leave the show room.

USE a polisher/cleaner combo. Synthetic is the best.

Invest in GOOD polisher like Porter Cable 7424 Car Buffer / Polisher. These really make a big difference. It can remove stuff that the cheaper ones can't.

this one is strong enough to take it off, but not the paint.

BlueTaco · 06-28-2008, 11:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Johnny_knox69

Don't use carnauba wax unless you want to wax ever month. ALthought the best it doesn't last as long. This is for car show guys. Cars that never leave the show room.

USE a polisher/cleaner combo. Synthetic is the best.

Invest in GOOD polisher like Porter Cable 7424 Car Buffer / Polisher. These really make a big difference. It can remove stuff that the cheaper ones can't.

this one is strong enough to take it off, but not the paint.

I used the Turtle wax carnauba wax. It looked great but i'm disapointed with it now. I kept seeing a very thin "dust like" layer on my truck. I took an applicator pad and rubbed over the truck and that dried wax just piles up on the truck.

longbow · 07-01-2008, 11:58 AM

man I am bummed to here that about Zymol, now I need to look again at something new.
I like the ease of removal, now I am going to have to look at the truck to see if I notice anything.

45longcolt · 07-01-2008, 06:35 PM

Meguairs NXT Tech Wax/liquid. Goes on easy and off just about as easy, no white powder either. You do the entire vehicle and let it dry a bit then wipe it off. Amazing shine. I also use the Quick Detailer spray in between waxes.

Johnny_knox69 · 07-01-2008, 10:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 45longcolt

Meguairs NXT Tech Wax/liquid. Goes on easy and off just about as easy, no white powder either. You do the entire vehicle and let it dry a bit then wipe it off. Amazing shine. I also use the Quick Detailer spray in between waxes.

I still think you need a GOOD power buffer(portor-cable 7424) Great powerful bufffer... This will get the crime and crud off that just wiping and smaller buffers will not...

But in between a good buffer and wax/polisher, the Mequirs NXT is Awesome Like 45longcolt says!!!!

But if you guys are lucky enough to park inside all the time you will not need a good buffer that often just the a good Wax job....

jhny

xedge · 07-02-2008, 04:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Johnny_knox69

I still think you need a GOOD power buffer(portor-cable 7424) Great powerful bufffer... This will get the crime and crud off that just wiping and smaller buffers will not...

Another vote for the porter cable 7424. It works like a champ. Clay, polish, wax, pads are Griots. On the darker colors, it gives great depth to the paint.

OK, I have to admit I've slacked with the Tacoma, wax is more of the touchless spray kind

Anthony · 07-02-2008, 04:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Johnny_knox69

I still think you need a GOOD power buffer(portor-cable 7424) Great powerful bufffer... This will get the crime and crud off that just wiping and smaller buffers will not...

But in between a good buffer and wax/polisher, the Mequirs NXT is Awesome Like 45longcolt says!!!!

But if you guys are lucky enough to park inside all the time you will not need a good buffer that often just the a good Wax job....

jhny

wont be a difference if you apply a wax by hand or by an orbital... waxes have no cut to it.

xedge · 07-02-2008, 05:03 AM

Oh yeah, I guess the truck can wait for my new cleaning kit thats coming with my AFE filter!

I had forgotten 'bout that!

06-16-2008, 02:24 PM	#22
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06-16-2008, 04:53 PM	#23
chris4x4 Western Alliance: no longer dead. Joined: May 2008, #6497 Location: Tempe ,Az Posts: 3,331 2007 PreRunner 2007 Double Cab Automatic 1GR-FE (4.0 V6) OME 885's, OME shocks, Total Chaos UCA's, TSB springs with AAL, 5100 rear shocks, custom built fuel tank skid plate	System One. __________________ The simplest solutions are often the most clever..............they are also usually wrong.

06-16-2008, 06:49 PM	#24
Rockstar2448 Member Joined: Apr 2008, #6096 Location: Maryland Posts: 57 05 TRD Sport D-Cab LongBed 4x4 2005 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L Toytec 3" Lift, Helo Maxx6 Chrome 17x8, Nitto Terra Grappler 265/70/17, Polished Billet Grill-Full Front Kit, Westin Polished SS Tube Steps, Leer 700 Tonneau, Fog Lights On Anytime, Debadged, USA Spec iPod Adapter, Britax car seat with special UNC color scheme, Window Tint, SilverStar bulbs	I use Zymol, have for a few years, on my Taco and the wife's Accord. Pics of both are in my photo section just after a fresh wax job. It does a good job and isn't too hard to work with. I used to use 3M Marine wax/polish for boats, it lasted a good long time, but it's hard to find now, not sure if they even still make it. I was getting it when my dad used to paint boats at a marina. Here's Consumer Reports most recent survey results: 1.Black Magic Wet Shine Liquid Wax 2.Turtle Wax Carnauba Car Wax 3.Eagle One Nanowax 4.3M Perfect-it Show Car Liquid Wax 5.DuPont Teflon Ultra Wax 6.Meguiar's Gold Class Clear Coat Zymol is ranked 8th with low marks for poor compatibility with plastics and for light scratching and hazing. So I'm thinking about going with something different later this year when I wax the next time. __________________ Doing Things Is What I Like To Do

06-16-2008, 06:59 PM	#25
Toy4Life Walking in shadows Joined: Aug 2007, #2566 Location: Slippery Rock, PA Age: 29 Posts: 3,008 Radiant Red 02 TRD Offroad 2002 Access Cab Automatic 3.4L V6 Toytec 3" Lift(TAC3-PC-1000), 1" diff. drop, Tacoma World sticker, gray wire mod, 15x8 black steel wheels, 33/10.5/15 BFG AT KO's, Hella 500's(cracked), K&N High Flow air filter, trash can tonneau cover, Manik Brush Guard(whenever I get the brackets[I'm impatiently waiting!])	My wife got me a bunch of the Turtle Wax Ice products for Father's Day. For their ease of use, I was pleased with the results. Havn't gotten a chance to try the liquid claybar, but I'm looking forward to testing it out. __________________

06-17-2008, 08:11 AM	#31
missileman125fw Going straight to hell! Joined: Dec 2007, #3912 Location: Lake Asbury, Florida about 12 miles south of Jacksonville Age: 46 Posts: 3,345 07 Impulse Red Pearl Doublecab X-SP 2007 Double Cab Automatic X-SP package of carbon fiber dash, Enkei 20" wheels, Stainless Steel running boards, Borla exhaust, Chrome valve caps, Weathertech Floorliners. AutoventShade Chrome Bug Shield and In-Channel VentVisors	O.K., I use that Turtle Wax spray Wet and Dry. It does a great job after every wash. Leave your Tacoma wet, spray a little on and wipe dry. Then every three months I use the sealent that Toyota gave me in my console. __________________

06-16-2008, 02:21 PM	#21
BeefTaco WESTern Alliance: MIDCAL Joined: May 2008, #6481 Location: Santa Cruz County Ca. Posts: 162 08 White Dcab SR5 S/B 4X4 2008 Double Cab Automatic V6	I use Malco Glaze II™ One-Step Cleaner/Polish where I work our detail department uses nothing but Malco products on our cars and trucks and they swear by it seems to be good stuff.

06-16-2008, 07:15 PM	#29
rachunter Member Joined: Jun 2008, #7234 Location: West Virginia Posts: 69 08 TRD Off-Road 2008 Access Cab Manual XM Radio, Ventshades, Tinted Windows, Dueler A/T Revo's, Moto Metal wheels and lots of Liquid Glass	Nothing but Liquid Glass for me. I have used it on and off for 23 years, I have tried others but I always come back to Liquid Glass.

06-17-2008, 08:06 AM	#30
Goldenarms PacNor Gator Joined: Jun 2008, #7353 Location: Florida Posts: 5 2WD Tacoma MT 2008 Regular Cab Manual 4	Turtle Wax Ice is good, I also really like Meguire's 26

06-17-2008, 09:51 AM	#32
ph16drive Dis Member Joined: Jan 2008, #4360 Location: Cleveland Age: 37 Posts: 138 08 D-Cab, V6, 4x4, 5-Speed Auto 2008 Double Cab Automatic 4.0-liter DOHC EFI V6	Collinite #845 Insulator Wax . . . long lasting and easy to apply. Don't forget to keep the truck in the shade when you're waxing.

06-27-2008, 04:56 PM	#33
Johnny_knox69 Member Joined: Apr 2008, #5743 Posts: 74	POLISHER/Cleaner Don't use carnauba wax unless you want to wax ever month. ALthought the best it doesn't last as long. This is for car show guys. Cars that never leave the show room. USE a polisher/cleaner combo. Synthetic is the best. Invest in GOOD polisher like Porter Cable 7424 Car Buffer / Polisher. These really make a big difference. It can remove stuff that the cheaper ones can't. this one is strong enough to take it off, but not the paint.

07-01-2008, 11:58 AM	#35
longbow Windage and Elevation my friend Joined: Jun 2008, #7586 Location: Indiana Posts: 344 05 Tacoma Silver Mica TRD 4 Door 2005 Double Cab Automatic Toy-tec lift, Total Chaos UCA's, Moto metal wheels, BFG mudterrians, HID, custom 4 piece grill, Undercover cover, Highlift jack w/custom mount, bed matt "De-badged 100%"	man I am bummed to here that about Zymol, now I need to look again at something new. I like the ease of removal, now I am going to have to look at the truck to see if I notice anything. __________________ "Sabot Up...................On The Way"

07-01-2008, 06:35 PM	#36
45longcolt Senior Member Joined: Dec 2007, #3663 Location: DFW Area Posts: 179 08, Double cab, 4WD, Off Road, Tow, 2008 Double Cab Automatic Got to pay for it first!	Meguairs NXT Tech Wax/liquid. Goes on easy and off just about as easy, no white powder either. You do the entire vehicle and let it dry a bit then wipe it off. Amazing shine. I also use the Quick Detailer spray in between waxes.

07-02-2008, 05:03 AM	#40
xedge Don't Worry Be Happy Joined: Apr 2007, #1297 Location: Vermont Age: 47 Posts: 684 06 DC SR5 4WD SB 2006 Double Cab Automatic 4L Extang Trifecta Soft Tonneau, TRD Exhaust, Goodyear Wrangler AT Silent Armors, Thule Racks, Wet Okole Seat Covers, Weathertech InChannel Visors & Floorliners, OEM Nerf Bars, AFE Filter, C2C Hood Struts	I forgot Oh yeah, I guess the truck can wait for my new cleaning kit thats coming with my AFE filter! I had forgotten 'bout that!

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