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How to achieve the perfect wax job

Discussion in 'Detailing' started by pushgears, Nov 15, 2023.

  1. Nov 15, 2023 at 2:09 AM
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    pushgears

    pushgears [OP] Well-Known Member

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    It seems that no matter how careful I am, there's always some places I miss and where haze remains on the paint after I wax. This happened recently when polishing the Truck with Klasse AIO. It becomes obvious in bright sun when the haze becomes visible in different places and I'm tempted to wipe it with my sleeve or a napkin, or an MFT if I have one handy.

    The solution: Wash your truck again after waxing! The combination of washing and drying with a detail spray is guaranteed to remove any residual haze. It only takes a few extra minutes because the truck is already clean and the results are spectacular. I received more compliments on my 2-year old Taco than ever before!
     
  2. Nov 16, 2023 at 7:14 AM
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    with Klasse All in one or Sealant Glaze, it is important to work in small areas until you get a better feel for how the application and removal process works. also, do not let either product dry or haze on the vehicle, for AIO, apply, buff, remove immediately with a clean microfiber towel. with the Sealant glaze, apply, spread in either circular motions or cross hatch pattern and again immediately buff dry with a mf towel. apply both products with a mf applicator pad damp with luke warm water.
     
  3. Nov 25, 2023 at 10:16 AM
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    Or you could setup portable shop light in garage and move it around truck to find the spots you missed. Then you are not going through the wash process again and minimizing the amount of touch to the paint.
     
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    use Speed Shine or Spray On Wax when finished. Wiping off either of those will catch the missed spots.
     
  5. Aug 6, 2024 at 2:33 PM
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    May be a commonly asked question, but do y'all apply the product over the hood and bedside decals if you have any?
     
  6. Aug 6, 2024 at 4:25 PM
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  7. Aug 6, 2024 at 4:32 PM
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    Williston

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    No: It won't show up for a while, but its not a good idea. You'll have chalking and haze and you can't clean it off effectively.

    (..and you don't want to know what new decals cost or the labor it takes to R&R them.) Avoid them when waxing with anything including "friendly" stuff like Nu Finish.
     
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