Best wax for vehicle stored outside in FL

[007]

OK guys I have given my opinion previously on this matter but still am curious. What do you guys think is the best, longest lasting wax/polish for a vehicle stored outdoors in a climate such as Central FL?

 

[skyactiv]

Nu Finish?

 

[Bluestream]

Liquid Glass

 

[parshisa]

Go to amazon and search for 15oz. Finish Kare 1000P Hi-Temp Paste Wax. This stuff is for hot climates and lasts more ch longer than regular carnuba wax. That tin will last you forever, and all for 20$. Tried and proved in TX heat

 

[SirTanon]

For a hot climate such as FL, your best bets are: Finish Kare FK1000P "Hi-Temp" paste wax - or - Collinite #845 Insulator Wax. Both stand up to high heat, and both provide an excellent, durable finish. Heck, the Finish Kare stuff is literally called "Hi-Temp"... for good reason. It holds up to heat amazingly well. FWIW, I live in Phoenix.. it gets HOT here, and I've used both.

 

[Old Mustang Guy]

Unfamiliar with this hi temp stuff but it has some great reviews.

 

[sicko]

Does it have to be a wax, or will a synthetic sealer do? If so, I like Duragloss TPP 105, and like the Duragloss 601 and 105 combo

 

[SirTanon]

Originally Posted By: sicko

Does it have to be a wax, or will a synthetic sealer do? If so, I like Duragloss TPP 105, and like the Duragloss 601 and 105 combo

Technically, Finish Kare FK100P Hi-Temp "wax" IS a sealant, and Collinite #845 is a hybrid

 

[Delta]

If you don't mind ordering online, I use this product from Poorboy's. Typically last 5-6mo and you can apply it directly in sunlight.

 

[gofast182]

Is it a medium or dark colored car? If so, don't use a traditional wax, the hot sun will bake away and evaporate it within weeks. Light-medium, use Collinite 845. Medium-dark, use Jescar Power Lock (or just use this no matter the color).

 

[Chris B.]

Originally Posted By: skyactiv

Nu Finish?

Pretty durable stuff.

 

[CKN]

Originally Posted By: Chris B.

Originally Posted By: skyactiv

Nu Finish?

Pretty durable stuff.

Nu Finish. Can be purchased any where-and it does a great job for the price. No need to go expensive when your looking at basically a sealant.

 

[xtell]

I use Collinite 476S. Seems to keep my vehicles paint in good shape.

 

[Eddie]

I use NuFinish here in FL and it holds up very well. It is a polymer based protestant that lasts much better than a wax. Ed

 

[007]

I have used FK1000 and Nu Finish for some time. With the FK1000 the issue is that it does not clean, only protects and sometimes depending on the humidity can be a pain to get off even with a thin coat. Nu Finish stains other surfaces if you are not careful but I use it on my work car! Out of the two which are both synthetic the FK1000 does last longer under the same conditions. That's why I was wondering if something new and better has come out. Guess I am getting old and lazy looking for that one do all product!

 

[PimTac]

A sealant will provide longer protection than a plain wax. The suggestion for Poorboys above is a good one. Menzerna Powerlock is another. There are several brands. Optimum OptiSeal is another good one. It states it provides uv protection as well which will definitely be a plus in Florida.

 

[Zeus33]

Originally Posted By: 007

OK guys I have given my opinion previously on this matter but still am curious. What do you guys think is the best, longest lasting wax/polish for a vehicle stored outdoors in a climate such as Central FL?

As others have mentioned: Finish Kare Collinite Duragloss combo The ceramic coatings are the most durable, but quite a bit more expensive and more involved to do them properly.

 

[grampi]

Collinite 845

 

[billt460]

Originally Posted By: skyactiv

Nu Finish?

Beat me to it. I think it protects the best by far..... In any weather or climate.

 

[007]

Too bad it stains other finishes and leaves a so, so look after application.