What is the bext wax/polish???

demarpaint · Jan 30, 2009

Originally Posted By: hooligan24
only time will tell =) People do weird thing when they get bored from being laid off from work. I get bored, I grab the wax lol

Being out of work gets you doing a lot of weird things, and for me finding little projects that don't need to be done!

Frank D

zulu · Jan 31, 2009

That's like asking what is the best oil... there's not really a difinitve answer.

I've tried EVERYTHING under the sun, but in the end, the higher end products left my wallet lighter but didn't leave me any MORE fulfilled than the mid grade stuff. It's all pretty subjective. I've seen some REALLY inpressive finishes, some by Zanio, others by Turtle Wax.

I usually use Meguiars stuff, only because IMHO, it's a good blend of product vs. price, and it's incredibly easy to find. To each their own though...

redwash1 · Feb 9, 2009

tried all waxes/polish but always came back to this, Car-Tech, http://www.tech-products.com Acrylic polymer polish and protective, part # 2W0574. can even be done in the sun, easy on, easy off.

Ben99GT · Feb 10, 2009

I've never tried Collinite, but have used Zaino Bros, Meguiar's Gold Glass and NXT, all of the Mothers, and OTC Zymol.

Up until recently, my favorite was Zaino, with Meguiar's NXT in a distant 2nd.

But I recently sampled 3 (out of 5) of the Motorcraft detail products (Motorcraft detail wash, Motorcraft polish followed by Motorcraft wax) and I was hands down blown away. I will not be buying Zaino again.

I skipped the 1st two steps (Acid Neutralizer and Alkaline Neutralizers) simply because 1 gallon of each cost almost $40 a piece. 1 gallon of the detail wash is around $30. Wax and polish are about $10 a piece.

The Motorcraft detailing products are expensive, but awesome.

I've also sampled the Motorcraft Triple Clean a long time and was amazed by that stuff too, but it took me a while to realize that the rest of their chemical line is really that good too.

MKZman · Feb 10, 2009

Originally Posted By: Ben99GT

But I recently sampled 3 (out of 5) of the Motorcraft detail products (Motorcraft detail wash, Motorcraft polish followed by Motorcraft wax) and I was hands down blown away. I will not be buying Zaino again.

What prompted you to do that? I assume they relabel someone else's stuff.

Ben99GT · Feb 10, 2009

You assume incorrectly.

Let me guess, you think aftermarket means automatically better?

Here's a shocker, but 9 out of 10 times it isn't.

Ben99GT · Feb 10, 2009

I used to be brainwashed against OEM products as well, it took me years to come around.

bretfraz · Feb 10, 2009

Originally Posted By: Ben99GT
You assume incorrectly.

Let me guess, you think aftermarket means automatically better?

Here's a shocker, but 9 out of 10 times it isn't.

Do you know who makes the MCraft stuff?

For the record I think most of the OEM car care products are pretty good. They have to meet all sorts of engineering-derived specs and be approved by all the relevant depts. The products are heavily tested and evaluated prior to release, which is a lot more than the vast majority of junk sold to consumers at retail.

Ben99GT · Feb 11, 2009

I have no idea who manufactures it, but they aren't rebottled versions of anything you get at the auto parts store. I've tried virtually all of those before.

MKZman · Feb 11, 2009

Originally Posted By: Ben99GT
I have no idea who manufactures it, but they aren't rebottled versions of anything you get at the auto parts store. I've tried virtually all of those before.

There are still a lot of companies even the majors that makes products that are not sold OTC

Ben99GT · Feb 12, 2009

I'm sure Ford commissions one of the major manufacturers for the products, but they meet Ford specs and requirements, not the manufacturer's. This stuff is serious, no foo foo cherry scents here, just crazy results.

1. Acid Neutralizer- http://www.fcsdchemicalsandlubricants.co...Prep%20Products
2. Alkaline Neutralizer - http://www.fcsdchemicalsandlubricants.co...Prep%20Products
3. Detail Wash (bright green and smells like Captain Morgan) http://www.fcsdchemicalsandlubricants.co...Prep%20Products
4. Polish - http://www.fcsdchemicalsandlubricants.co...Prep%20Products
5. Wax - http://www.fcsdchemicalsandlubricants.co...Prep%20Products

bretfraz · Feb 12, 2009

OK, I'll tell. It's made by Automotive Int'l of Cincinnati.

I've used the 3 step paint neutralization system and it works as advertised. I have their ETR trim kit and while messy and a bit of a PITA, it too works. Their other stuff gets high marks from pro detailers. Not really a consumer line as they focus their efforts on the trade and car dealers, but you can order direct from their store.

http://www.valugard.net/cms/Home/tabid/36/Default.aspx

Bluestream · Feb 14, 2009

Does no one use Liquid Glass?

demarpaint · Feb 15, 2009

I've used Liquid Glass and was happy with it. I switched to Rejex and found that to be better, IMO. As soon as the weather breaks and I find the time to do a nice exterior detail I plan on trying Collonite 476s because of all the positive feedback its gotten on this board.

Ben99GT · Feb 15, 2009

Originally Posted By: bretfraz
OK, I'll tell. It's made by Automotive Int'l of Cincinnati.

I've used the 3 step paint neutralization system and it works as advertised. I have their ETR trim kit and while messy and a bit of a PITA, it too works. Their other stuff gets high marks from pro detailers. Not really a consumer line as they focus their efforts on the trade and car dealers, but you can order direct from their store.

http://www.valugard.net/cms/Home/tabid/36/Default.aspx

By looking at the MSDS of both, it is clear the Motorcraft Detail Wash is completely different from the Valugard Detail Wash, there also appears to be a slight difference in the Alkaline Neutralizer.

The clear coat polishes and finishing waxes also appear to be completely different.

As expected, it looks like what they offer under their own name is not the exact product they provide to the OEMs. At least not to Ford...

What is the bext wax/polish???

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