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Gave this a first try this weekend, and got to say it’s an absolute bargain of a product. It’s a bit of pain to get the base coat done and 100% streak free, but when fully cured it provides a level of gloss that no other wax I’ve used before can offer.
I don’t think it provides the metallic pop and colour depth of a good wax, but for sheer levels of new car mirror gloss then it’s an amazing product for £14 at Halfords.
I don’t think it provides the metallic pop and colour depth of a good wax, but for sheer levels of new car mirror gloss then it’s an amazing product for £14 at Halfords.
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i got some recently, as was advised to use as a top up too maintain the finish after the recent ceramic coating.
not used it yet as not felt its needed yet.
not used it yet as not felt its needed yet.
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I didn't bother with the base coating, just applied a bit more when the car was wet and waited a longer time for it to settle. It has certainly worked well and I love the product. Beading has been amazing. Worked amazingly well on the wheels as well, they're a lot less dusty than usual.
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+1 for the wheels!!lucasxdiniz wrote: ↑Mon Aug 05, 2019 10:50 am I didn't bother with the base coating, just applied a bit more when the car was wet and waited a longer time for it to settle. It has certainly worked well and I love the product. Beading has been amazing. Worked amazingly well on the wheels as well, they're a lot less dusty than usual.
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This stuff? https://www.halfords.com/motoring/car-c ... -wax-768ml
Almost bought it at the weekend, but reviews seem mixed as I quickly googled it in the shop. Some folk buffed it on\off, others just sprayed it on and hosed off as per the instructions but with mixed results.
Almost bought it at the weekend, but reviews seem mixed as I quickly googled it in the shop. Some folk buffed it on\off, others just sprayed it on and hosed off as per the instructions but with mixed results.
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gwatson wrote: ↑Mon Aug 12, 2019 1:08 pm This stuff? https://www.halfords.com/motoring/car-c ... -wax-768ml
That's the one. Watch the video from Meguiars UK YouTube channel on this product. What they show in the video is exactly what I experienced, expect I didn't bother with a base coating, so much quicker application.
Almost bought it at the weekend, but reviews seem mixed as I quickly googled it in the shop. Some folk buffed it on\off, others just sprayed it on and hosed off as per the instructions but with mixed results.
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I've heard very mixed results with the Megs stuff
Similar product I bought PS beadmaker , a toddler could apply it simple wipe on - wipe off & it does what it says
Perfect for final touch after a wash even if the paint is still damp & leaves a glasslike smear free finish.
I don't think any of these spray ons should be thought of as high end final finish products like a carnauba wax , more like quick detailer with a extra touch
Similar product I bought PS beadmaker , a toddler could apply it simple wipe on - wipe off & it does what it says
Perfect for final touch after a wash even if the paint is still damp & leaves a glasslike smear free finish.
I don't think any of these spray ons should be thought of as high end final finish products like a carnauba wax , more like quick detailer with a extra touch
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As Mr Wilks says it seems to get very mixed reviews and at the reduced price of £14 for 768ml it's still not exactly what I'd call a bargain.
For the past 18 months I've been applying Soft99 Fusso Coat Dark wax every 3 months or so and then using Sonax BSD as a LSP/Detailer every time I wash the car. I just mist it on one damp panel at a time then work it/buff with a drying towel. Never had any problems, great gloss and insane beading. My photos: And it's available on Ebay now at £38 for 5 litres delivered. https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre ... 2896551998
That equates to £7.60 per litre which IS a bargain ! A 5 litre container will last a LONG time so for me that's some serious bang for your bucks
For the past 18 months I've been applying Soft99 Fusso Coat Dark wax every 3 months or so and then using Sonax BSD as a LSP/Detailer every time I wash the car. I just mist it on one damp panel at a time then work it/buff with a drying towel. Never had any problems, great gloss and insane beading. My photos: And it's available on Ebay now at £38 for 5 litres delivered. https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre ... 2896551998
That equates to £7.60 per litre which IS a bargain ! A 5 litre container will last a LONG time so for me that's some serious bang for your bucks
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There’s a lot of independent testing on this now, and it comes way above bead maker for longevity. From what I can tell it’ll last a good 4/5 washes before it even starts to fade away...which I think is pretty good compared to most other product. Check out forensic detailing video on the group test to see how it performed.
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I use the beadmaker simply as a final wipeover product before i garage the car after washing , applied with a soft cloth it leaves a flawless finish on a almost dry car with great ease , i don't for a minute expect any longevity , for that like Patriot its Kiwami fusso https://www.amazon.co.uk/Soft99-Fusso-C ... =8-1-fkmr0 which i apply over Chem guys butter wet wax or 50cal glazeAngelus666 wrote: ↑Mon Aug 12, 2019 9:39 pm There’s a lot of independent testing on this now, and it comes way above bead maker for longevity. From what I can tell it’ll last a good 4/5 washes before it even starts to fade away...which I think is pretty good compared to most other product. Check out forensic detailing video on the group test to see how it performed.
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From what I’ve seen, the bad reviews are from people who aren’t doing it right. As long as you follow the instructions properly it is easy to use, easy to buff off and lasts well. If you try using it like a wax and put it on dry paint then you are going to have a tough time trying to buff it off.
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To be fair though they do market it up as a easy to use "quick detail" kind of productLazza wrote: ↑Wed Aug 14, 2019 6:09 pm From what I’ve seen, the bad reviews are from people who aren’t doing it right. As long as you follow the instructions properly it is easy to use, easy to buff off and lasts well. If you try using it like a wax and put it on dry paint then you are going to have a tough time trying to buff it off.
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That’s pretty much all any wax is though isn’t it? You do all the real work with cleaners, clay bars, polished etc. The wax is just the final finishing coat.
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Yea I see that but saying folks aren't "doing it right " when prepping & applying it? If it's as easy as using a quick detailer (like Megs suggest) then how are folks getting it wrong?
To me a qd should be exactly that, wipe it on, wipe it off, take 3 steps back them smile
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I don’t know but if they are finding it difficult they are doing it wrong. It really is simple. Spray it on wet bodywork. Dry it off, which buffs it up at the same time. Maybe they are trying to put it on too thick or on dry or something.
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