Apply GC Liquid Wax

[Alfa]

Can somebody please tell me the correct way of apply this product?

I've been putting it on using the applicator pad in small cricular motions, and literally just putting it on the paint.

I think i read somewhere that it needs to be worked into the paint and in straight lines.

Any guideance will be greatly appreciated from a novice detailer.

Thanks in advance

[Mike Phillips]

Re: Apply GC Liquid Wax

Hi Alfa,

Welcome to Meguiar's Online!

Originally posted by Alfa
Can somebody please tell me the correct way of apply this product?

I've been putting it on using the applicator pad in small curricular motions, and literally just putting it on the paint.

I think i read somewhere that it needs to be worked into the paint and in straight lines.

Any guidance will be greatly appreciated from a novice detailer.

Thanks in advance

The Gold Class wax can be applied using circular motions, or straight-line motions, it's really about your preference. Meguiar's Gold Class wax is non-abrasive, so it' not going to instill any scratches no matter which way you move you applicator over the surface. It is important to work the product in well, then allow it to fully dry before removing. Also, only apply a thin coating, a thin coating will give you just as good as results as a thick coating. It's a case of more isn't always better as thick coatings are more difficult to remove.

[Alfa]

Thanks for the advice Mike.

When you say work the wax in well. How well is well?

Is it just a few rubs or 30 seconds worth with hard pressure on the pad.

Does the wax change colour as an indication like the scratch x becomes clear to signify that the abrasives have broken down.

Sorry for all the newbie questions, but just want to do it right from the start.

[Mike Phillips]

The term, work in well can mean different things depending upon the product and the condition of the paint.

For removing scratches with ScratchX, work in well means to put some passion behind your applicator pad, apply 1-3 applications. Working in well here means to remove a little paint in an effort to level the surface.

When applying a polish/wax like Gold Class wax, it means to apply the product to the surface, spread it out and work it in gently, like you would apply a skin lotion to your arm if your skin was dry. You don't need to push or rub hard like you would with ScratchX, but you do want to push the wax over the surface and into the surface before moving on to the next section.

Gold Class wax is for finishes in good to excellent condition, if your car's finish has been neglected at all, then you'll want to use a pre-wax paint cleaner first.

[Alfa]

My paint work has swirl marks in it at the moment but is due to go back to the dealer soon to get them to have it looking like new again.

I was just using the oppertunity to practice the products out on something which was going to get repaired anyway.

Plus the other weekend when i did my wifes car it was difficult to buff the finish up to a brilliant shine. Her car paintwork is in good condition

[mb12345]

Mike,

Should the liquid GC be applied only to a small section of the car, then buffed off prior to moving on to the next section? Or should it be applied to the entire car, no need to do one section at a time, and then buffed off?

If I had to wait 15-30 minutes after applying the wax to let it dry, I am thinking it can be applied to the entire car without having to do it section by section. Please advice.

[rusty bumper]

Originally posted by mb12345
Mike,
If I had to wait 15-30 minutes after applying the wax to let it dry, I am thinking it can be applied to the entire car without having to do it section by section. Please advice.

I'm not Mike, but your thinking is right........I always apply wax to the entire car before removing it.

By the time I finish applying the wax, it's about time to start removing it.