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Posted on 9/21/25 at 8:38 pm to Morpheus
No word of a lie, couple years ago I tried some Meguiars Spray Hybrid Ceramic on “Blondie’s” Yukon before a Fla trip, now every 6 mos when we head back, I reapply. Beads water very well, reduces dust buildup, smears, road film from rain. Vehicle is very black, has very deep shine, looks great most of the time. I previously believed in carnauba wax, but have changed my ways…
Posted on 9/21/25 at 8:40 pm to RichJ
quote:Charger or Altima?
Vehicle is very black
Posted on 9/21/25 at 8:46 pm to soccerfüt
Posted on 9/21/25 at 8:49 pm to Morpheus
Nothing beats the look of a pure carnauba wax but that is such a PITA. The spray ceramics are OK, and for a quick job look ok. A good ceramic coating with maintenance spray ceramics is the best thing going durability wise, but that first coating is a project.
Posted on 9/21/25 at 8:53 pm to armsdealer
I own several black cars. My process is clay mitt, jescar power lock polish, collinite wax. Nothing has worked better. Takes time, but totally worth it.
Posted on 9/21/25 at 9:00 pm to Morpheus
Mr. Zog sex wax
Posted on 9/21/25 at 9:07 pm to simonizer
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collinite wax
Their 915 is arguably the best wax for depth but even with a DA polisher it takes a lot of time to build it up and then you might get 8-9 months. If you are looking for a concours wax job it makes sense, especially if you are doing paint correction first which is a near necessity on black cars.
Posted on 9/21/25 at 9:34 pm to Obtuse1
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Their 915 is arguably the best wax for depth but even with a DA polisher it takes a lot of time to build it up and then you might get 8-9 months. If you are looking for a concours wax job it makes sense, especially if you are doing paint correction first which is a near necessity on black cars.
In all my years, I've never heard of Collinite. How did this happen, how did I miss this? Are they marketing to Aero, Marine and not Automotive?.
My interest is piqued.
Posted on 9/21/25 at 9:45 pm to simonizer
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jescar power lock polish, collinite wax. Nothing has worked better. Takes time, but totally worth it.
This guy knows some shite!
Posted on 9/21/25 at 10:32 pm to Morpheus
I agree with Collinite 925. I do it : times a year
Then touch up with Optimum spray wax as needed.
Then touch up with Optimum spray wax as needed.
Posted on 9/21/25 at 10:34 pm to Morpheus
Whatever brand they spray on at Rocket Fast.
Posted on 9/21/25 at 11:17 pm to Morpheus
Many good choices above.
I use Meguiar's D15601 Synthetic X-Press Spray Wax for quick work. You gotta keep that paint moist!
and
Meguiar's Deep Crystal Carnauba Wax for the real deal
Both with excellent result and they wont break the bank.
Also love the SPTA pads (Amazon) for the same reason.
I use Meguiar's D15601 Synthetic X-Press Spray Wax for quick work. You gotta keep that paint moist!
and
Meguiar's Deep Crystal Carnauba Wax for the real deal
Both with excellent result and they wont break the bank.
Also love the SPTA pads (Amazon) for the same reason.
Posted on 9/21/25 at 11:18 pm to Pitt Road
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In all my years, I've never heard of Collinite. How did this happen, how did I miss this? Are they marketing to Aero, Marine and not Automotive?.
Don’t waste your time with old school stuff like Collinite, or Klasse it’s a massive pain in the arse to apply and even more importantly remove. I used that stuff for years, moved on from it happily years back. Don’t get me wrong, it’s good, but a LOT of work. Ceramics are much easier to apply and remove and last longer than the older products, much higher ROI. Everyone will talk about how things shine, the truth is a protectant only has minimal impact of shine. You need a proper cut and polish to remove imperfections for car to really shine.
As for ceramic, I’m partial to Adams Graphene Ceramic, the spray or bottle version are both good just a little different to apply. You have to do it out of the sun. But you spray on an applicator, wipe it on, wait a minute for it to flash (looks like rainbow streaks) and wipe it off. Sometimes you need to do a second wipe down / buff a minute after the first. You basically use no pressure when you apply or buff it off, it takes much less time than any wax, is a lot easier on your body and lasts a long time, sometimes up to a year or more.
This post was edited on 9/21/25 at 11:25 pm
Posted on 9/22/25 at 12:02 am to RolltidePA
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Don’t waste your time with old school stuff like Collinite, or Klasse it’s a massive pain in the arse to apply and even more importantly remove. I used that stuff for years, moved on from it happily years back. Don’t get me wrong, it’s good, but a LOT of work.
Unless you are headed to Pebble Beach or other concours shows I agree.
quote:
Ceramics are much easier to apply and remove and last longer than the older products, much higher ROI.
I won't say they are easier to apply, the better ones that last for years take time and effort to get right but the time spent over the years is tiny compared to paste waxes, This is also true for the spray on wipe off versions as over time that the time approaches and passes true ceramic coatings.
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You need a proper cut and polish to remove imperfections for car to really shine.
Proper paint correction is the key to a gorgeous finish but you aren't going to convince many people to do it. The cost has come way down, I have had my Rupes geared DA for over 25 years but they are around $500 now, you can get a decent non-geared DA for under $100. Just spend some time deciding on what size orbit you need. There are tons of YT videos about paint correction and the work is well worth it especially if you are putting on a long term ceramic coating.
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As for ceramic, I’m partial to Adams Graphene Ceramic, the spray or bottle version are both good just a little different to apply.
The Adamas Graphene Ceramic (non-spray) is as good as you can get not being a professional with an account. Easy 5 year product. One thing I like for a beginner is the UV tracer. It lets you use a UV flashlight to verify coverage. They sell a really nice one with the kit that is only $10. They are all metal, use 6 AA batteries, and are very bright. I imagine they lose money on that kit addition. Note they always have sells going on, right now its 25% off but I have seen them at 35% off before and as low as 10%. If you can wait it will be 25-35% off soon.
Ceramic coating has really matured and gives an incredible ROI, especially in time over the years.
Posted on 9/22/25 at 7:25 am to Obtuse1
NuFinish
Posted on 9/22/25 at 7:49 am to Popths
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NuFinish
Posted on 9/22/25 at 7:56 am to Morpheus
clay and it should be professionally applied
Posted on 9/22/25 at 8:02 am to Morpheus
Since highschool, I used collinite like others in here have said. However it is very labor intensive, and it didn't seem to last long with always being exposed to the sun. I recently started searching for a quicker and easier alternative.
This Project Farm Video sold me on the 3in1 Spray Wax from Griots.
This Project Farm Video sold me on the 3in1 Spray Wax from Griots.
Posted on 9/22/25 at 9:01 am to RaginRampage
quote:
I used collinite like others in here have said. However it is very labor intensive,
I can do my c7 in 30 mins. If it's taking you too long your either not warming the wax into a liquid state or applying too much.
And I can't understand how anyone thinks jescar is hard to apply.
Unlike most I actually enjoy detailing my cars.
Although there are a lot of products that last longer, I haven't seen anything that makes my car look better than powerlock/collonite.
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