Turtle Wax ICE Liquid Polish - My review
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Turtle Wax ICE Liquid Polish - My review
So, I have heard some good things from some people who's opinions I respect regarding this wax. I decided I would do a write up.
First off, when I read this box and it said it didn't matter if it was in direct sunlight and that it wouldn't leave a white residue on plastics, I was skeptical.
Turns out, they didn't lie.
I decided I was going to test out both of those claims.
I washed the truck, dried it. and moved it into the sun.
pull the liquid wax out, the microfiber towel and the blue applicator pad.
I just applied the liquid to the pad and started on a panel. Let it sit for 3 minutes or so till the haze showed up nice and even. Used the included microfiber towel to wipe it off. To my surprise, the haze lifted right up without much effort and underneath was a beautiful, deep shine. I was shocked.
So i decided to wax the mirrors... yeah, it sounds retarded, but they are just like the wiper cowl, but easier to get to to clean up if this stuff doesn't do what it claims...
Turns out it doesn't leave any residue behind. I "waxed" my mirrors, door handles, wiper cowl and rear bumper "pad". They look great.
Now, I don't have pics, because It was dark when I decided to do this write up. but I will get some pics tomorrow.
Now the price seems steep, at $16.00. Keep in mind, this includes a nice microfiber towel, the applicator pad, and a pretty big bottle of Liquid polish. the Paste version was 14 bucks or so, but this liquid is what I was told to try out.
My verdict.
I like it. I normally use mothers gold series carnuba paste. If I use a liquid, its usually NuFinish. This stuff kicks NuFinishes butt in shine and depth.
So, is it worth it? in a word, YES. Its easy to apply, easy to wipe off, and can be applied to plastics. I dont know that its my go to wax yet, as I need to see how it holds up. but its a fantastic quick detailer at very least.
PRO'S- Easy to apply. Can be applied to plastic. Easy to Remove. Great finish.
CON'S- A bit pricey. The haze isn't as easy to see as other paste waxes. I need to spend money on another wax for my detailing kit.
here is a link to the stuff, and I will get some pics up tomorrow.
http://www.turtlewax.com/main.taf?p=2,1,1,1
First off, when I read this box and it said it didn't matter if it was in direct sunlight and that it wouldn't leave a white residue on plastics, I was skeptical.
Turns out, they didn't lie.
I decided I was going to test out both of those claims.
I washed the truck, dried it. and moved it into the sun.
pull the liquid wax out, the microfiber towel and the blue applicator pad.
I just applied the liquid to the pad and started on a panel. Let it sit for 3 minutes or so till the haze showed up nice and even. Used the included microfiber towel to wipe it off. To my surprise, the haze lifted right up without much effort and underneath was a beautiful, deep shine. I was shocked.
So i decided to wax the mirrors... yeah, it sounds retarded, but they are just like the wiper cowl, but easier to get to to clean up if this stuff doesn't do what it claims...
Turns out it doesn't leave any residue behind. I "waxed" my mirrors, door handles, wiper cowl and rear bumper "pad". They look great.
Now, I don't have pics, because It was dark when I decided to do this write up. but I will get some pics tomorrow.
Now the price seems steep, at $16.00. Keep in mind, this includes a nice microfiber towel, the applicator pad, and a pretty big bottle of Liquid polish. the Paste version was 14 bucks or so, but this liquid is what I was told to try out.
My verdict.
I like it. I normally use mothers gold series carnuba paste. If I use a liquid, its usually NuFinish. This stuff kicks NuFinishes butt in shine and depth.
So, is it worth it? in a word, YES. Its easy to apply, easy to wipe off, and can be applied to plastics. I dont know that its my go to wax yet, as I need to see how it holds up. but its a fantastic quick detailer at very least.
PRO'S- Easy to apply. Can be applied to plastic. Easy to Remove. Great finish.
CON'S- A bit pricey. The haze isn't as easy to see as other paste waxes. I need to spend money on another wax for my detailing kit.
here is a link to the stuff, and I will get some pics up tomorrow.
http://www.turtlewax.com/main.taf?p=2,1,1,1
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I used Ice on my Tbird about two weeks ago. The guys on the Tbird Forum have been raving about it all summer.
Easiest wax job I ever did. I also waxed all the black plastic, gave it a nice wet look. It is pricey but a little goes a long way.
I applied to the whole car and then went back to polish it. It came off as easy as it went on with a nice deep shine.
Easiest wax job I ever did. I also waxed all the black plastic, gave it a nice wet look. It is pricey but a little goes a long way.
I applied to the whole car and then went back to polish it. It came off as easy as it went on with a nice deep shine.
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I've also heard only good things.
I'm using 3M Performance Finish right now, with no complaints.
Question for ya guys: how often do you wash your trucks, and how often do you wax your trucks?
For my car/truck, I usually wash every week or two (depending on how dirty it is) and wax maybe every 3-4 weeks. (My friends, on the other hand, wouldn't even know WTF car wash is, yet alone car wax)
I'm using 3M Performance Finish right now, with no complaints.
Question for ya guys: how often do you wash your trucks, and how often do you wax your trucks?
For my car/truck, I usually wash every week or two (depending on how dirty it is) and wax maybe every 3-4 weeks. (My friends, on the other hand, wouldn't even know WTF car wash is, yet alone car wax)
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well, I hand wash atleast every other week.
I hit a touchless wash whenever it needs a dust off or gets a bit dirty. (the cheapest wash)
I usually wax every other hand wash. and quick detail the ones I dont wax...
I hit a touchless wash whenever it needs a dust off or gets a bit dirty. (the cheapest wash)
I usually wax every other hand wash. and quick detail the ones I dont wax...
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Looks showroom new,
but then the Bird doesn't go out of the garage
unless it's 75° and SUNNY!
but then the Bird doesn't go out of the garage
unless it's 75° and SUNNY!
Last edited by JAB02LHS; Sep 8, 2009 at 12:07 AM.
I wash atleast once a week, hand wash about every 3rd washing, and I wax about 6 weeks max, unless I am busy for all the above and then its when I can get to it 
I know its worth, because my 93 Dakota was in good shape when I sold it. Most older daks I saw, were rusting out in the fender wells and mine wasnt until just about when I sold it, which it was 14 yrs old then
I know its worth, because my 93 Dakota was in good shape when I sold it. Most older daks I saw, were rusting out in the fender wells and mine wasnt until just about when I sold it, which it was 14 yrs old then