Meguiars and Klasse

[chroma]

Hello everybody!

I have a question regarding the compatability between Meguiar's and Klasse products, but first I will run through what my full detail consists of. First, I start off washing with Meguiar's Gold Class shampoo, then I clay, then wash again, then put down 1 coat of Klasse AIO, and then two coats of Klasse SG. In between polishes, I just wash with Meguiar's and then put a coat of SG on each time.

Here's my questions: Should I be able to squeeze an application of Meguiar's #9 Swirl remover before Klasse AIO since Klasse will polish away Meguiar's? Also, after applying SG each time, is it possible to put a coat of Meguiar's #26 on top of it each time? I was wondering if #26 would be able to bond with SG. I was hoping to get a wet look with #26 if possible. Thanks!

[Mike Phillips]

Hi chroma,

Welcome to Meguiar's Online!

I've been on here since 6:30am, so I have to take a break for a while, but I'll try to answer your question later, perhaps some of our other forum members will chime in if they have any experience.

Right before I pushed away from the keyboard I saw you joined and posted a question, so the least I can do for now is to welcome you!

Welcome!

Mike

[chroma]

Thanks!

[perry]

AFAIK, you should get all the layers of SG on that you want and then do your wax topper, #26. When you want to add SG again, you'll want to use AIO first which will clean off the #26.

#9, or other swirl remover, will be fine before AIO. It's part of the process of prepping the paint to look its best. Any oils that #9, or any other abrasive polish, leaves behind will be cleaned up by AIO and the surface will be ready for SG.

So.. wash, clay, wash, #9, AIO, SG, SG, #26.

[chroma]

Does it matter if I use #26 in paste or liquid form? Someone else had mentioned that the #26 liquid might take off some of the SG versus the paste version. Any comments?

[Mike Phillips]

Hi chroma,

I think perry answered your initial questions pretty well. As far as the difference between a Meguiar's paste and a Meguiar's Liquid?

There is no difference except for personal preference. Liquids tend to be easier to apply for most people and are much easier to apply by machine. Some people enjoy the aesthetics of applying a traditional paste wax.

From Meguiar's *NEW* FAQ

4. Which is type of wax is better, a paste wax or a liquid wax?

The difference between paste and liquid wax is primarily one of convenience and personal preference. Meguiar's liquid formulas provide the same protection as paste, and are easier and faster to apply.

That said, there is something about spending a Saturday afternoon, leisurely applying a traditional paste wax to your pride and joy that people find both enjoyable and rewarding. This is especially true when the results from their efforts reflect their passion with an eye dazzling shine that makes passersby stop and look… and then look again.

[perry]

Originally posted by Mike Phillips
The difference between paste and liquid wax is primarily one of convenience and personal preference. Meguiar's liquid formulas provide the same protection as paste, and are easier and faster to apply.

I had been kinda wondering about that after seeing #26 liquid and paste at AutoZone this past weekend. I knew they both existed before, but that got me thinking. I had kinda thought that the liquifying stuff (chemist's term ) would somewhat reduce the protective qualities of a liquid vs. a paste. Thanks for clearing that up