What wax do you use on your Benz? - Page 8 - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

jjrodger · #1 07-02-2004, 04:53 AM

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Originally posted by jhodg5ck
Auto Glym..I can only get in England though...

I think it may be available in the shop at www.autopia.org

It is a good wax, very easy to use and long-lasting, although it leaves quite a lot of dust.

jhodg5ck · #2 07-02-2004, 08:54 AM

Thanks! Last time I went I brought back two Big bottles as I didn't think I could find it here..

Haven't noticed so much of a problem w/ dusting, but I use it most on my white SEC which I would wager hides what dust does show up...

Cheers!
Jonathan

ke6dcj · #3 07-06-2004, 10:07 AM

Currently use:

3M Imperial Hand-Glaze every 6-months
Klasse Glaze & Sealer every month

Klasse is made in Germany, and is acryllic-based and leaves a very slick/wet look & feel which is perfect for the afternoon showers we get here in Florida.

I get Klasse from autogeek.net

Previously used:

1) Meguiar's Professional
2) P21S Carnuba
3) 3M Professional Wax
4) AutoGlym (I really liked, but I like Klasse on "black" much better)
5) One Grand "Blitz" carnuba

BTW: the only constant here is the 3M Imperial Hand Glaze (IHG). I've tried the Meguiar's, P21s, and Autoglym polishes/glazes, but keep coming back to the 3M IHG as the best "glaze" around. Really feeds the paint.

jhodg5ck · #4 07-06-2004, 10:21 AM

I've got a bottle of Klasse that i use on my anthracite car, you are correct it does work Quite nicely on the darker colours. I also use Klasse on my wheels/windows etc..

that 3m stuff is nice as well.. Are you talking aout the white 3m stuff?

Jonathan

ke6dcj · #5 07-06-2004, 11:14 AM

No, I'm using the 3M Imperial Hand Glaze which is tan in color. No silicones.

:-) neil

jhodg5ck · #6 07-06-2004, 11:48 AM

Ah yes, I've used that stuff on my Healey..it works Great on laquer..

I use the finesse it, no silicones or wax, just a Very fine grit, good for taking out 1500-2000 grit wet sanding marks etc..!

Jonathan

60Special · #7 07-20-2005, 12:50 PM

I decided to try StarBrite marine wax a few years back. If it protects a hull from salt water, then it sure can't hurt my white 300e... I've loved using the product and it lasts for many, many washes... water beads for 6-8 months and it has safely protected the paint from something we call "fall out" here in the bay area...

jr6700 · #8 07-28-2005, 11:59 PM

Meguiars....clay bar, than cleaner wax, than carnuba, finally polish than chinee chinee

abud · #9 11-22-2005, 11:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by acha3

What wax do you use on your benz?

Hi there, I just tried "turtle wax" on my benz...

It works very well

gmercoleza · #10 03-13-2006, 02:39 PM

Clayed and waxed my 1991 300E this weekend using Zymol Vintage. The pics are a little grainy due to the overcast, but trust me in person the paint looks like it's dripping off the car. Not bad for a 15 year old car with original paint.

Link to Zymol:

http://www.zymol.com/vintage2.htm

Oh, and I used the $16.99 Meguiar's clay kit from Pep Boys.

ke6dcj · #11 03-13-2006, 04:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gmercoleza

Clayed and waxed my 1991 300E this weekend using Zymol Vintage. The pics are a little grainy due to the overcast, but trust me in person the paint looks like it's dripping off the car. Not bad for a 15 year old car with original paint.

Link to Zymol:

http://www.zymol.com/vintage2.htm
<SNIP>

Did you really spend $1,800+ for Zymol Vintage! If it's unlimited refills, how about I purchase some from you ?!

:-) neil

danwatt · #12 03-14-2006, 03:20 AM

I use Poorboy's EXP and Poorboy's Natty's Blue. However, I'm also a pro detailer so 99% of the finish is in the prep work.

danwatt · #13 03-14-2006, 03:23 AM

With my experience, I could probably get the same shine and depth out of some crappy Turtle Wax that the overpriced overrated stuff like Zaino.

blueeagle289 · #14 03-13-2006, 03:26 PM

I use Zaino wax and prewax products on all four of my cars and it is hard to beat ... also very easy to use. The first coat is a prep -- just leave it on; then apply the wax. When hazed, wipe off ..... beautiful job.

Ben Carter