So after thinking about my car, and wanting to keep my paint as protected as possible since I had my bumper and fender replaced and resprayed this past Fall, I considered my options for a new LSP. I tried to find something 'tried and true' and thanks to Danase (Bob's) sale I picked up some Collinite No. 885 Fleetwax (Same as #476s except bigger container) for a good deal.
With the cold weather, and my other priorities I only polished my car with Optimum Poli-Seal and PC for just base. I then applied the Collinite by hand with a slightly damp applicator in thin coats. It was about 45 degrees out, and I was in the shade. Needless to say the application was extremely easy and effortless. I didn't notice any streaking or difficulties as others have mentioned. The tin actually says to apply in 55 degree or higher, but I was OK.
Looks are always subjective, and I've used a fair amount of waxes and sealants (EX, EX-P, #21, UPP, 1Z Glanz, TS, P21s, OCW, etc.) on my black Acura and can never really tell a difference between them, they all look great granted I polish the car. So looks we're good in that respect, but the Poli-Seal really helped clean up micro marring, and darkened my paint, so I have to thank that for it.
I know it's a little early for durability but the other night I got stuck doing an overnight at my job and we had freezing rain all night. My car was all frozen, but later in the am it beaded extremely nice throughout the next rainy day. The car was fairly slick as well. It then rained again, and the car was beading like a champ.
It's a little soon to judge the product's durability, but thus far it's a really nice wax. If it continues to bead with consistency like this for the next couple of months, I don't think I'll ever buy a new LSP.
I plan on doing my families car whenever time permits with the Collinite as well.
Sorry for no pictures, but I though I'd share my findings for anyone hesitant on the product, don't be!
Thanks for the help in my other Collinite thread.
With the cold weather, and my other priorities I only polished my car with Optimum Poli-Seal and PC for just base. I then applied the Collinite by hand with a slightly damp applicator in thin coats. It was about 45 degrees out, and I was in the shade. Needless to say the application was extremely easy and effortless. I didn't notice any streaking or difficulties as others have mentioned. The tin actually says to apply in 55 degree or higher, but I was OK.
Looks are always subjective, and I've used a fair amount of waxes and sealants (EX, EX-P, #21, UPP, 1Z Glanz, TS, P21s, OCW, etc.) on my black Acura and can never really tell a difference between them, they all look great granted I polish the car. So looks we're good in that respect, but the Poli-Seal really helped clean up micro marring, and darkened my paint, so I have to thank that for it.
I know it's a little early for durability but the other night I got stuck doing an overnight at my job and we had freezing rain all night. My car was all frozen, but later in the am it beaded extremely nice throughout the next rainy day. The car was fairly slick as well. It then rained again, and the car was beading like a champ.
It's a little soon to judge the product's durability, but thus far it's a really nice wax. If it continues to bead with consistency like this for the next couple of months, I don't think I'll ever buy a new LSP.
I plan on doing my families car whenever time permits with the Collinite as well.
Sorry for no pictures, but I though I'd share my findings for anyone hesitant on the product, don't be!
Thanks for the help in my other Collinite thread.
It looks great on the dark red paint, I'll likely use it year-round.