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What wax do you use/prefer on your new RAM?

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Old Mar 31, 2009 | 01:39 PM
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wow never knew detailing was such an underground sensation, i've always used meguirs but i think i'll order some of that zaino stuff...Sounds fancy
 
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Old Mar 31, 2009 | 06:31 PM
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Originally Posted by Big_Fishman
Three things: First, you're right, Zaino's polish is not polish as most people understand the term basically meaning polishing compound. It is stupid of people to call their sealants polishes because it confuses many people. If they really wanted to be clear they could even call it a synthetic wax. Second, that is an interesting wax test at ffcobra.com but it must have been done at least five years ago because Zaino doesn't even sell Z-1 anymore. Third I would not let the Zaino dry overnight because it is then really hard to wipe of the hazy excess.
Whether I leave it on for 20 minutes or over night it is still a pain to get off. This is only when I use the lock, which they no longer sell. When using just the polish this is not an issue. That is why I mentioned it may be different with the Z2 product. My main reason for leaving it on over night is due to a 50 degree garage which results in a while for it to set up.

Took it out yesterday to test my fix on my slipping belt... Big difference, I now have all my boost!! I can be driving along normally in 2nd and break them loose by simply nailing the gas. Personally I hope the warmer roads fixes that issue.... But for now it is cool
 
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Old Mar 31, 2009 | 07:36 PM
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Originally Posted by 94rt10ohio
Whether I leave it on for 20 minutes or over night it is still a pain to get off. This is only when I use the lock, which they no longer sell. When using just the polish this is not an issue. That is why I mentioned it may be different with the Z2 product. My main reason for leaving it on over night is due to a 50 degree garage which results in a while for it to set up.

Took it out yesterday to test my fix on my slipping belt... Big difference, I now have all my boost!! I can be driving along normally in 2nd and break them loose by simply nailing the gas. Personally I hope the warmer roads fixes that issue.... But for now it is cool

Boost? What car/truck?
 
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Old Mar 31, 2009 | 07:49 PM
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The truck.
 
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Old Mar 31, 2009 | 07:50 PM
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Originally Posted by 94rt10ohio
The truck.
What type? Lbs running? Dyno? Link to thread explaining all my questions?

I love boost. LOVE IT.
 
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Old Mar 31, 2009 | 08:09 PM
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Click the link in my sig, or just click here

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2500940/
 
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Old Mar 31, 2009 | 10:21 PM
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i have a few questions. i have never waxed a vehicle before. my 09 ram is the first new vehicle that i have owned that is worth putting the extra attention into. so here are my questions.

1. will waxing make it easier to clean? when it rains here i get a film all over my truck after driving and it is a pain in the butt to get off.

2. what would you guys recommend as a "starter" wax?

3. what supplies would i need? (applicators, cloths, etc.)


thanks in advance for helping a noob
 
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Old Apr 1, 2009 | 08:47 AM
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Originally Posted by lancelanz
i have a few questions. i have never waxed a vehicle before. my 09 ram is the first new vehicle that i have owned that is worth putting the extra attention into. so here are my questions.

1. will waxing make it easier to clean? when it rains here i get a film all over my truck after driving and it is a pain in the butt to get off.
Waxing definitely makes it easier to clean. A few weeks ago, after I just got my Ram, due to the cold weather I was only able to wax the driver's side of the truck and drove it that way for a week until the next sunny day. The waxed side was noticeably cleaner and the dirt that was there was easier to remove than it was on the unwaxed side.

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...2. what would you guys recommend as a "starter" wax?

3. what supplies would i need? (applicators, cloths, etc.)
I would recommend Zaino All in One if you want a synthetic wax. You would also need the foam applicator, Zaino Z-7 car wash soap and Z-6 spray see my post on the previous page for links. I'm not sure about carnuba waxes because I haven't used them in a while, but I've heard good things about Collinite and Zymol and P21S, which is the last carnuba wax I used also was good.
 
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Old Apr 1, 2009 | 07:27 PM
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Originally Posted by 94rt10ohio
Click the link in my sig, or just click here

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2500940/
What is the HP of your truck?
 
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Old Apr 3, 2009 | 11:55 AM
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Whats the easiest stuff to use. I am disabled with a metal back. I can do some stuff in small increments and have the time. However, I will want to polish or wax all at once and be done with it. My truck has factory "clear coat". Is that standard and will that protect the vehicle? I need something that is easy to use. I could use a detailer. But how would I know that they are not using an inferior product. I have some polish. The orange bottle I think it is "New Finish" supposed to last 12 months?
 
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