In Need of Good Paste Wax

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This spring I plan on doing a thorough cleaning job on my mothers Rendezvous. What I was going to use was:
Turtle Wax Ice Car Wash
Turtle Wax Ice Liquid Clay
Turtle Wax Ice Clay Bar

My problem is is that I want to used a really good high quality paste wax to follow up the clay bar kit. I was going to get Turtle Wax Ice Paste Wax but I had heard it didn't do as good as a job as the others. I have the Turtle Wax Ice Liquid Polish and really like it and the rest of the Turtle Wax Ice product line I have used.

What I need to know is, should I just get the Turtle Wax Ice paste Wax or should I get a different one? If so, what do you recommend?
 
what good timing, there is another similar thread just a few down...

if I remember correctly, there is no indication that paste lasts longer. (according to the toaster testing people at a leading consumer magazine)

they rate Black Magic and Turtle Wax pretty high. I have always been a Meguires fan - but their standard polish wax does not last long. the gold product lasts longer but is harder to remove. I have not tried the NXT... but would like to try it.

I have been intrigued by Blackfire but have not tried it.

I am also a big fan of 3M products and use their glaze on my 1970 Cougar.

In true Bitog style, I cannot resist buying more polish/wax and probably have a lifetime supply in stock. it's a sickness.....
 
Ok nice, looks like I'll be getting the Turtle Wax Ice Polish Paste. Thanks for the quick reply!
 
I have been using the Turtle Wax Ice products for a few years now and I love them. I do the same, wash, clay and paste, spring and fall. Every two or three weeks in between a quick coat of liquid. I will say I find the paste lasts a bit longer than the liquid, in my experience but not a lot, maybe a couple weeks. As far as not doing as good of a job, i don't know, I'm happy with it. The liquid is amazingly easy to use, the paste is a little more time consuming but still easier to use than any natural wax I have used.
 
Originally Posted By: tomcat27
what good timing, there is another similar thread just a few down...

if I remember correctly, there is no indication that paste lasts longer. (according to the toaster testing people at a leading consumer magazine)

they rate Black Magic and Turtle Wax pretty high. I have always been a Meguires fan - but their standard polish wax does not last long. the gold product lasts longer but is harder to remove. I have not tried the NXT... but would like to try it.

I have been intrigued by Blackfire but have not tried it.

Tom, when you get a chance try the NXT tech 2.0. AWESOME results and effortless removal. I apply with a DA

I am also a big fan of 3M products and use their glaze on my 1970 Cougar.

In true Bitog style, I cannot resist buying more polish/wax and probably have a lifetime supply in stock. it's a sickness.....
 
Collinite makes excellent paste waxes. Maybe not the best looking (a minor quibble) but they do last. Hard to find in stores so it's best to mail order it in.

Mothers has a new paste version of their FX Synwax. I've been testing it since last fall and it works well. It sheets water instead of beading it. A good product at a reasonable price and available everywhere.
 
That's darn good information on the sheeting vs beading, thanks. That might end up being my LSP this spring when the annual clay & machine polish is in order for our cars.
 
I wouldn't spend $ on the Ice products -- unless you already have them. There's much better out there -- for less or equal $.

ClayMagic clay
Duragloss
Collinite
S100
Nattys Blue or Red

to name a few. (all in the $9 --> $20 range).
 
Originally Posted By: dwcopple
S100 or P21S


Those, or Megs #16 if you can find it (doubtful).

S100 Paste Wax can be found at most Harley shops.
 
Originally Posted By: bretfraz
Collinite makes excellent paste waxes. Maybe not the best looking (a minor quibble) but they do last. Hard to find in stores so it's best to mail order it in.



West marine carries the collinte fleet wax which is the same as the 476 double coat but in a bigger amount. It costs like 23 dollar but will do a ton of vehicles.


hmm seems the closest one of those to you is Pittsburgh :/
 
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My conclusion from reading the patent literature in this area is that turtle wax Ice products are pretty much the most advanced car waxes on the market. They have managed to combine the attractive properties of liquid silicone/mineral oils with waxes, amino silicones, and MQ resin.

This is pretty much confirmed by my own personal experience in using them. They are very easy to use, and produce an attractive and durable gloss when used as directed. Most importantly without abrasives/opaque waxes, they don't stain rubber trim.

The trick to using the TW Ice paste, is to spray on the TW Ice QD onto the waxed panel before buffing it out with a microfiber cloth. That gives you maximum smoothness and makes it easy to buff. Then I just keep it glossy with TW Ice QD as needed to remove dust.

The Ice clay kit is nice, since you can use the liquid clay as a pre-wax cleaner to deep clean/lightly polish the paint, and then use the clay bar to remove surface contamination.

As c3po notes, the liquid wax is absurdly easy to use, you can get amazing results in about as much time as it would take to carefully apply QD or spray wax to the car.
 
Collinite 845IW or the 476s would be excellent choices. In addition, if you would like to try a Meguires product, the #26 Gold Class wax is another option (but not as good in the durability department versis Collinite - but a fantastic gloss).
 
Collinite is fantastic for long-term protection. It really was ahead of it's time when it came around. With that said, I use the liquid Meguiars NXT 2.0 wax.

When I was going through waxes, I knew my priority was that "still wet" gloss with some decently long-term protection. The NXT turned out to be my ticket. My only nag with it is that it is easy to apply too much (on your first time using it) and it does seem to take longer to really cure. When it does, you won't be disappointed. Two coats does help things out, but any more than that seems to be a waste.

To answer your question directly. If you are looking for a product with outstanding shine, easy to apply, easy to remove, and you really want paste wax, go grab Meguiars Gold Class Carnuba wax. It doesn't last as long as the NXT, but it's results are outstanding just the same.

With all of that said, any product will look great (even the old cheapy turtle wax that has been around for years) if you know how to do your prep work (cleaning, claying, polishing). You can do much better than the cheap waxes, but DO learn to do your prep-work; the end result with any wax you put on will look even better. I know it made a massive difference once I learned prep work is the key to a clean gloss.
 
Another vote for Collinite, specifically their Super Doublecoat Auto Wax (No. 476s) which I use on my Subaru specifically because of it's durability (long winters here in MN).
 
Well i wax my car every month regardless of the temperature outside.
I usually use the Gold Class wax because of it's brilliant carnauba shine.
I do know that the shine and water beading characteristics doesn't last as long as some of the
other waxes out there, but because i wax frequently, i give up durability for more shine.

works for me
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