Opinion on my detail "system"

[ATypeR]

Re: Opinion on my detail "system"

Thanks man, really appreciate it. I kinda had the same routine right in my head I just wanted to be real sure. Seems I have a few products that do the same damn thing 105, 205, 83. Think I need to research a bit more before clicking "Buy Now" in future.

Thanks fella

[Murr1525]

Re: Opinion on my detail "system"

Well, some do the same thing, but at different strengths.

Like #105/UC are similar but stronger than #205/SwirlX, which are similar. So out of each pair, you would want to have one of the two.

[mindf]

Re: Opinion on my detail "system"

Absolutely right. First all the cleaning to get the paint surfaced prepared as best possible, then glaze to visually "soften/deepen" the paint with that deep wet-look. Then, of course, wax to seal in that finish and to protect it. "Trailer-queen" show-cars often dont wax after glaze, but they dont care if the glaze washes off a few days later in the first rain or wash, but "Daily-drivers" need that wax (2 coats, of course). Even if waxed, show-cars typically will add a short-term (days) coat of glaze on the very top for a show, but of course that top glaze wont last.

For us regular real-world folks, the glaze is after all the cleaning/prep and before the wax(s). After the full process, you can just wash and spray wax, or wash and re-wax, you typically dont re-glaze until you do a re-clay/cleaner detailing. If you think your wax has worn down and you are not going to do a re-detail, you can certainly re-glaze before a re-wax (it will never hurt and sometimes helps).

How long usually glaze #7 topped with nxt 2.0 last, say in normal condition and once a week wash?

[searle]

Re: Opinion on my detail "system"

How long usually glaze #7 topped with nxt 2.0 last, say in normal condition and once a week wash?

It should last for months since it is under and protected by the wax. I wash and spray-wax touchup weekly, and maybe rewax every month or two. I do a full detail, including clay and cleaner, every spring and fall and that is when I re-glaze. If you have not clayed nor used cleaner, your glaze should still be OK.

During the summer, on especially nice weekend mornings, I may wash and glaze and re-wax just-for-the-heck-of-it since I enjoy the process. A little glaze never hurts, and makes me feel good (even if it is not necessary).

[Murr1525]

Re: Opinion on my detail "system"

Yeah. My car is still beading water, and it hasnt been waxed since before Thanksgiving. And it is parked outside 24/7.