Wax for Imola Red

jackson3320 · 09-28-2012, 05:11 PM

Can any one tell me whats the best wax for the Imola red?

325inthe510 · 09-28-2012, 05:13 PM

I would recommend wax for automobiles

dmax · 09-28-2012, 05:14 PM

I don't think that's a color, but there's a detailing forum.

I'm sure there are many favorites you can find. Me? Just keep the paint clean and almost any coating will do. If you want to really be OCD about it, you'll really need to know more than just wax, you know. It's all in the prep...or lots of it is anyway!

dmax · 09-28-2012, 05:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 325inthe510

I would recommend wax for automobiles

Well done!

Solidjake · 09-28-2012, 05:16 PM

Fixed your spelling of the color code and moved it to the correct section.

DNyFinest · 09-29-2012, 11:45 AM

Give it time to dry fully before taking it off (~20mins) and put on very thin layers or you'll get some parts of the paint looking darker than other parts like a shadow effect... Make sure your paint is in good condition - no dirt, debris and remove oxidation, clay if needed, you could polish/compound if applicable the whole nine yards..). I usually wax around twice a week but thats just me. The layer of wax lasts a good while ~ 4-5 months as tested on my moms DD. The actual product lasts even longer since you need only dispense a small bit to go over a fairly large distance. I have about half remaining since May of this year when I bought it waxing one-two times a week since then, applying two coats during each waxing session.... it doesnt stain trim, and I use it on everything from wheels, to windows and headlights/taillights.

I dont have IR or an e46 but I have applied this on a couple of my buddies' cars, mostly darker colored and have an exceptional gloss. GL....

Grande D · 09-30-2012, 10:44 AM

Most waxes are generic. Menzerna Power Lock is a great sealant. As far as wax goes, many like Dodo Juice, Poorboy's World and a couple others. Zymol is very good also. Go to their website- they have waxes for specific colors.

Meguiar's makes colored wax.

floydlloyd85 · 11-01-2012, 05:09 PM

I use dodo juice supernatural. And also some bilt hamber stuff. Both are very good.

SurreyF1 · 11-01-2012, 05:14 PM

Like... colored wax? for red cars? i hope that isn't what you are asking...

anyways, P21S is the best bang for your buck, however if you are spending 30 dollars for wax, i suggest you get some claybar, a good polish, and some sealant as well. putting a good wax on a clearcoat that hasn't been properly details is a waste, so start from scratch and get that clay bar out

floydlloyd85 · 11-01-2012, 05:16 PM

I agree. Dont just wax. You must clay-polish then wax last

scrace · 11-02-2012, 02:58 PM

Collinite #845

http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/...ry-wax-17.html

09-28-2012, 05:11 PM	#1
jackson3320 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Alabama Posts: 2 My Ride: E46 ZHP View My Garage	Wax for Imola Red Can any one tell me whats the best wax for the Imola red? Last edited by Solidjake; 09-28-2012 at 05:16 PM.

09-28-2012, 05:13 PM	#2
325inthe510 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: The Best Coast Posts: 4,802 My Ride: 152ci of madness View My Garage	I would recommend wax for automobiles __________________

09-28-2012, 05:14 PM	#3
dmax Stay stock my friends! Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Unit I Posts: 21,138 My Ride: '99 328i 1.03809 mu View My Garage	I don't think that's a color, but there's a detailing forum. I'm sure there are many favorites you can find. Me? Just keep the paint clean and almost any coating will do. If you want to really be OCD about it, you'll really need to know more than just wax, you know. It's all in the prep...or lots of it is anyway! __________________ This huge woman, like 400 pounds comes up to me and says, "Doug, I would rock your world." I replied, "but I need to breathe." The girl in my sig:http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthr...highlight=dmax

09-28-2012, 05:16 PM	#5
Solidjake Mod Join Date: May 2008 Location: NYC Posts: 19,896 My Ride: 2002 330i View My Garage	Fixed your spelling of the color code and moved it to the correct section. __________________ Follow my cross country drive to Bimmerfest West 2013 http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=987217 Youtube - Electric Fan Swap/Aux Fan Removal - Projector Retrofit - E46 Bulb Guide

09-29-2012, 11:45 AM	#6
DNyFinest Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: - Posts: 1,339 My Ride: e39 View My Garage	Give it time to dry fully before taking it off (~20mins) and put on very thin layers or you'll get some parts of the paint looking darker than other parts like a shadow effect... Make sure your paint is in good condition - no dirt, debris and remove oxidation, clay if needed, you could polish/compound if applicable the whole nine yards..). I usually wax around twice a week but thats just me. The layer of wax lasts a good while ~ 4-5 months as tested on my moms DD. The actual product lasts even longer since you need only dispense a small bit to go over a fairly large distance. I have about half remaining since May of this year when I bought it waxing one-two times a week since then, applying two coats during each waxing session.... it doesnt stain trim, and I use it on everything from wheels, to windows and headlights/taillights. I dont have IR or an e46 but I have applied this on a couple of my buddies' cars, mostly darker colored and have an exceptional gloss. GL.... Last edited by DNyFinest; 09-29-2012 at 11:45 AM.

09-30-2012, 10:44 AM	#7
Grande D Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: nola Posts: 3,097 My Ride: zhpppppp (o-m-g!) View My Garage	Most waxes are generic. Menzerna Power Lock is a great sealant. As far as wax goes, many like Dodo Juice, Poorboy's World and a couple others. Zymol is very good also. Go to their website- they have waxes for specific colors. Meguiar's makes colored wax. __________________ Formerly zhp43867

11-01-2012, 05:09 PM	#8
floydlloyd85 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Derry, Ireland Posts: 193 My Ride: 2002 318 Ci coupe View My Garage	I use dodo juice supernatural. And also some bilt hamber stuff. Both are very good.

11-01-2012, 05:14 PM	#9
SurreyF1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Nowhere Posts: 17,689 My Ride: BMW View My Garage	Like... colored wax? for red cars? i hope that isn't what you are asking... anyways, P21S is the best bang for your buck, however if you are spending 30 dollars for wax, i suggest you get some claybar, a good polish, and some sealant as well. putting a good wax on a clearcoat that hasn't been properly details is a waste, so start from scratch and get that clay bar out

11-01-2012, 05:16 PM	#10
floydlloyd85 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Derry, Ireland Posts: 193 My Ride: 2002 318 Ci coupe View My Garage	I agree. Dont just wax. You must clay-polish then wax last

11-02-2012, 02:58 PM	#11
scrace Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Maryland Posts: 658 My Ride: 03.5 M3 View My Garage	Collinite #845 http://www.autogeekonline.net/forum/...ry-wax-17.html __________________ 2001 Topaz Blue 325Ci 64-120k miles SOLD 2003.5 Silver Gray M3 70k miles

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