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Hi. I have a new red subaru wrx and am looking to give it a wax. I will be doing it by hand and just wanted to see what the forum would recommend. I did a little searching and found that meguair's #16 might be what I need? I'm also interested in klasse, poorboys, zaino, etc.... just not sure which one to get. Thanks for the help!
 
it all depends on what you want out of it. on a red wrx, i would go with Klasse aio, followed by a few coats of Poorboy's EX, then top with it Natty's paste wax. depending on the swirls, get some polish and make sure you clay it as well. good luck;)



Vernon
 
I'm looking for a long lasting protection and shine. Doesn't have to be showcar quality. I would like something that is easy to apply and effective with one coat.
 
In order:



3M FC Rubbing Compound

3M PI III Machine Glaze

Meguiar's #16.



Use the FC for moderate to severe swirls. If not, use the MG for light to moderate swirls, then finish with #16 - after all the experimenting, this is the combo I have settled on and I love it.



Just a word of caution (if you decide to purchase a PC) - if using the FCRC with a cutting pad, be prepared to remove fogging/haze with MG and a polishing pad.
 
Welcome to Autopia b_powerfade.



You'll want to make that red "pop" so I'd suggest, along with #16, you might want to top with a good carnuba. Try Pinnacle's Souveran (a bit pricey @ $60) or TOL's Trade Secret.

These will give the WRX an outstanding look. Especially for the police !!! :D



Part of this detailing madness is trying different products for yourself to see what works on your ride. It's fun and can be expensive but it's a great tax writeoff !!!!!!!



Don't forget to keep it clean in between washings with a good QD. That's a secret to a long lasting shine and many compliments!



Enjoy your new ride!
 
I think it boild down to a few questions:



How much are you willing to invest?

How much effort are you willing to put?

How good you want your paint to look?

Do you prefer shine over glow? Gloss over richness?



If you can spare the initial charge for a PC and pads, get them. The get polishes. The get waxes or sealants.



If you can use several hours for a proper detail, the PC is great. If not, a good cleaner wax can help you. I would suggest a carnauba product also for red, but some guys like sealants better.





Alex
 
Dr Groove said:
Welcome to Autopia b_powerfade.



Part of this detailing madness is trying different products for yourself to see what works on your ride. It's fun and can be expensive but it's a great tax writeoff !!!!!!!
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Really? How come?
 
If you're going the 'by-hand' route I like Megs #7 which you can find at Autozones, Pep Boys, etc. You'll love the DEEP and GLOSSY finish. You can LSP from here.



If you're looking for some bite for swirls, try a polish with FILLERS in it like #83 DACP and #80 Speed Glaze. This will reduce the swirls and fill them leaving a great finish for your LSP.



Do one of these and really anything on top will do.



I have a RED car as well. If you want the most expensive quality LSPs that money can buy try FMJ topped with Souveran and you will LOVE IT!
 
AlexRuiz said:
I think it boild down to a few questions:



How much are you willing to invest?

How much effort are you willing to put?

How good you want your paint to look?

Do you prefer shine over glow? Gloss over richness?



If you can spare the initial charge for a PC and pads, get them. The get polishes. The get waxes or sealants.



If you can use several hours for a proper detail, the PC is great. If not, a good cleaner wax can help you. I would suggest a carnauba product also for red, but some guys like sealants better.





Alex
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Cheap and easy combo-Meguiars #80 Speed Glaze and top with either #16 or Poorboy's EX w/carnauba. Either LSP looks terrific on red.
 
b_powerfade said:
I'm looking for a long lasting protection and shine. Doesn't have to be showcar quality. I would like something that is easy to apply and effective with one coat.
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If you are looking for long lasting protection, Klasse and Zaino are the two products that come to my mind, both with proven track records. I think Zaino is the easier to apply but others might disagree.



Two other points to note: clay your new car before you wax and in the long run you will do better if you invest in a PC, a good polish and a few pads.



Good luck to you!
 
I need to clay first? Really? Even on a new finish? I guess I don't have to clay per se, only if I want the maximum results correct?
 
b_powerfade said:
I need to clay first? Really? Even on a new finish? I guess I don't have to clay per se, only if I want the maximum results correct?
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I think it is a good idea. To be honest I've clayed new cars and seen the clay hardly get dirty, but I've clayed other new cars and been surprised how much smoother the paint was after I clayed.



I do not think it is a 'must do' but if you are looking to ENSURE you get the best finish possible, I would spend the extra $10 and a little time and clay.
 
I agree with RedondoV6.



Never thought it but claying is actually my FAVORITE part of the detailing process. Nothing like running your hand over a SMOOTH surface that is DIRT-FREE right after claying.



Can't do this after LSP because you don't want fingerprints or oils on the finish :mad: .



Clay Will Make Your Day:)
 
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