Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Spray Wax

[eliogolf93]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

Meguiars said it's best applied as the last product, if you layer multiple. So after UFF.

Thank you!

[parker23]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

Hi guys!

I just bought that new Hybrid Ceramic Wax, and I got the ultimate fast finish and some ultimate liquid wax too.

Now I applied the liquid wax THEN the ultimate last finish to protect the gloss and the paint.

About this Ceramic Wax....when I have to apply to have best result? Obviously, I don't apply fast finish every wash!

Thank you in advance.

Meguiars said it's best applied as the last product, if you layer multiple. So after UFF.

[snozan]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

$33 for a bottle in Sweden... Guess you US peeps dosent understand how lucky you are

[eliogolf93]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

Hi guys!

I just bought that new Hybrid Ceramic Wax, and I got the ultimate fast finish and some ultimate liquid wax too.

Now I applied the liquid wax THEN the ultimate last finish to protect the gloss and the paint.

About this Ceramic Wax....when I have to apply to have best result? Obviously, I don't apply fast finish every wash!

Thank you in advance.

[Don]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tDxNmf6-OYs

This is how I've been applying HCW. I works GREAT and uses very little product. I currently have 4 applications on my Camaro and it seems like each application makes the car darker and slicker.




Here is the beading after 1 week, over 500 miles and a light rain ...

[parker23]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

I like to blow dry my vehicle, removing the majority of the water and then do a final wipe down. When laying the base layer of HCW, is this method sufficient or should it be wiped off when fully wet?

You definitely want it fairly wet. This stuff is THICK. If you spray it on an almost dry panel you're going to have a hell of a time spreading it, avoiding streaks and buffing off.

[Gigi's_Bu]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

I like to blow dry my vehicle, removing the majority of the water and then do a final wipe down. When laying the base layer of HCW, is this method sufficient or should it be wiped off when fully wet?

[Brian Hann]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

Yes, I understand HCW is neither ceramic or wax (based on what I’ve read here). I’ll try applying it after I use the Meguiars Polish. I’m tempted to do a wax layer first for some added luster then finish with the HCW. In theory if you use the HCW frequently enough the wax layer almost becomes permanent.

Again, to be clear for those reading in the future. This product is exactly what it says it is, a hybrid employing both ceramic Si02 and synthetic polymer technology. It does indeed contain ceramic technology but that does not make it nor are we claiming it to be a ceramic coating. Sorry to push so hard for clarity here but there is a lot of misinformation and inaccuracy related to this product and surrounding terminology.

[Thomasfxlt]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

Yes, I understand HCW is neither ceramic or wax (based on what I’ve read here). I’ll try applying it after I use the Meguiars Polish. I’m tempted to do a wax layer first for some added luster then finish with the HCW. In theory if you use the HCW frequently enough the wax layer almost becomes permanent.

[Brian Hann]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

Just used HCW on my F150 after a wash w the gold wash. First application I did as suggested with an ample spray and wipe on. I rinsed, dried and then applied a 2nd time with the light spray and rinse off method. The first step did not bead much (as someone had indicated in the thread). The 2nd application beaded immediately as I rinsed.

Next I’m going to use it on a “new to me” 91 Corvette that’s in great shape. I plan to wash with the Gold, clay, polish (orbital buffer) with Meguiars Polish and then I question if I should directly go to the HCW or if I should use something to remove the oils from the polish first. Any advise on that would be appreciated. I know in the application of Ceramic coatings they recommend an alcohol wipe. What’s my best approach for max shine and adherence? Thanks in advance.

First, just to be clear, this is not a ceramic coating. Secondly, to answer your question, you do not need to strip anything off before using the Hybrid Ceramic Wax. Doing all of your claying, compounding, polishing, and traditional waxing (if you choose) before HCW is important to it's effectiveness but in your scenario there is no reason why you couldn't just apply the HCW after polishing.

[Thomasfxlt]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

Just used HCW on my F150 after a wash w the gold wash. First application I did as suggested with an ample spray and wipe on. I rinsed, dried and then applied a 2nd time with the light spray and rinse off method. The first step did not bead much (as someone had indicated in the thread). The 2nd application beaded immediately as I rinsed.

Next I’m going to use it on a “new to me” 91 Corvette that’s in great shape. I plan to wash with the Gold, clay, polish (orbital buffer) with Meguiars Polish and then I question if I should directly go to the HCW or if I should use something to remove the oils from the polish first. Any advise on that would be appreciated. I know in the application of Ceramic coatings they recommend an alcohol wipe. What’s my best approach for max shine and adherence? Thanks in advance.

[Vettefan]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

No, there is no cure time need for Hybrid Ceramic Wax. If you are planning on using it with any other wax or sealant you really should apply the other product first and then apply the Hybrid Ceramic Wax.

Thank you Brian and Don. Sounds like get the car looking as nice as can be, then apply HCW to lock it in.

Vettefan

[Brian Hann]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

Will applying a synthetic wax like Ul Liquid Wax OR a professional cleaner wax like M06 Cleaner/Wax on top of HCW have any (positive or negative) affect on HCW?

Vettefan

Don hit the nail on the head with his response!

[Brian Hann]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

No, there is no cure time need for Hybrid Ceramic Wax. If you are planning on using it with any other wax or sealant you really should apply the other product first and then apply the Hybrid Ceramic Wax.

[Don]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

Will applying a synthetic wax like Ul Liquid Wax OR a professional cleaner wax like M06 Cleaner/Wax on top of HCW have any (positive or negative) affect on HCW?

Vettefan

It is reasonable to figure that a cleaner wax - or anything with an abrasive could adversely affect the HCW by abrading some, if not all of it away. Applying a non abrasive sealant would mute the properties of the HCW and you would get the effects of the sealant topper instead of the hydrophobic properties of HCW.