Need ideeas on what wax etc for a 2010 Corolla. I have on hand Zymol Japon wax which works perfect on my 2001 4Runner (Thundercloud). I also have NSX and P21S from other cars. This is the first car i have owned in white in 10 years and I know it doesn't have a clearcoat so I am looking for ideas on what to wax it with. Also opinions on using the Porter Cable on a non clearcoat vehicle.
Wax is automatically cured from factory because they usually bake it. To protect it, I'd clay bar it first, then top with a wax of your choice. Just maintain the waxed finish and you should be fine. If you see oxidation, then its just about time to polish your car if you would like
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1996 Beige Lexus ES300
2010 Blue Ribbon Metallic Camry LE
Need ideeas on what wax etc for a 2010 Corolla. I have on hand Zymol Japon wax which works perfect on my 2001 4Runner (Thundercloud). I also have NSX and P21S from other cars. This is the first car i have owned in white in 10 years and I know it doesn't have a clearcoat so I am looking for ideas on what to wax it with. Also opinions on using the Porter Cable on a non clearcoat vehicle.
Huh? All cars have a clear coat now! What you need to do is go over to www.autogeek.net (forums) and read. Once you made up your mind the detail bug will definitely kick in.
Runs about $175, but the stuff is incredible. But wax is generally the final step in the process. As Josh suggested check out that detailing forum.
+1 used a sample and that is all I could afford. That stuff is amazing! Right now it is Meg's Mirror Glaze #16 or P21S wax since they are a ton cheaper. Wax can only do so much to protect the paint. To get it to glow, shine, reflect that is in the polishing process.
Actually, wax does add some gloss and sharpness/dulling factors to the paint. You can see it if you cut up your hood into sections to test out the waxes. Its how I narrowed down my selection of waxes lol
Fuzion is nice, but only during the BOGO sale. Sure its slick but thats because its geared as a sealant-wax as opposed to a carnauba-wax. I do love the smell of it though...
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1996 Beige Lexus ES300
2010 Blue Ribbon Metallic Camry LE
Even though the car is new, give it a hand wash and then lightly claybar it with a mild claybar (mothers, meguiars, whatever...) and that claybar preparation is what will give your car a smooth-as-glass finish (wax will not smooth out the bumps that a claybar will actually remove). You should not really need a cleaner/polish on its new paint (that will come next year). If you decide to go with an All-In-One product (cleaner+wax, often +glaze) its mild cleaner wont hurt and will be helpfull in subsequent years.
On a white car you wont really see much "wet-look" difference from using a glaze (oils) but they wont hurt. Carnuba wax wont add much extra "depth" on a white car as on dark or red cars. Probably best to go with a sealant (polymer) to get the best protection/durability and the glassy/mirror look that synthetics give. Many waxes or sealants include some glaze/oils as well and that wont hurt but probably wont make a huge difference on white.
Basically, you cannot get as much wet-look "pop" on a white car, but on the other hand it certainly does not show dust or dirt and needs much less washing/waxing. The glassy finish that synthetic sealants give will make you happy. If you have the time, give it one coat of sealant and let it cure (at least 2 hours, ideally for 12+ hours) and then give it a 2nd coat. No need for a cure time if you choose to use carnuba wax instead. No need for additional coats beyond two.
With good intial preparation and good ongoing care, you dont need an expensive "boutique" wax, just a good consumer product.
Actually, wax does add some gloss and sharpness/dulling factors to the paint. You can see it if you cut up your hood into sections to test out the waxes. Its how I narrowed down my selection of waxes lol
Fuzion is nice, but only during the BOGO sale. Sure its slick but thats because its geared as a sealant-wax as opposed to a carnauba-wax. I do love the smell of it though...
Yes, wax does add a very minimal amount of shine to paint. However, like I said and nobody can deny that the prep process of claying and polishing via a DA (Porter Cable or Flex) or even a rotary for the skilled pro detailers is what truly makes the vehicle shine, glow, reflection, look wet, etc....period!
Even though the car is new, give it a hand wash and then lightly claybar it with a mild claybar (mothers, meguiars, whatever...) and that claybar preparation is what will give your car a smooth-as-glass finish (wax will not smooth out the bumps that a claybar will actually remove). You should not really need a cleaner/polish on its new paint (that will come next year). If you decide to go with an All-In-One product (cleaner+wax, often +glaze) its mild cleaner wont hurt and will be helpfull in subsequent years.
On a white car you wont really see much "wet-look" difference from using a glaze (oils) but they wont hurt. Carnuba wax wont add much extra "depth" on a white car as on dark or red cars. Probably best to go with a sealant (polymer) to get the best protection/durability and the glassy/mirror look that synthetics give. Many waxes or sealants include some glaze/oils as well and that wont hurt but probably wont make a huge difference on white.
Basically, you cannot get as much wet-look "pop" on a white car, but on the other hand it certainly does not show dust or dirt and needs much less washing/waxing. The glassy finish that synthetic sealants give will make you happy. If you have the time, give it one coat of sealant and let it cure (at least 2 hours, ideally for 12+ hours) and then give it a 2nd coat. No need for a cure time if you choose to use carnuba wax instead. No need for additional coats beyond two.
With good intial preparation and good ongoing care, you dont need an expensive "boutique" wax, just a good consumer product.
Exactly! Whites will never look wet. Light colors reflect and give you an eye popping reflection and glare. I love when people see my truck and go damn that thing is bright. LOL!
Over the counter is good, but do your research. A lot of stuff is on the market that make crazy claims. If the bug really kicks in you will soon be buying the more expensive stuff.
Yes, wax does add a very minimal amount of shine to paint. However, like I said and nobody can deny that the prep process of claying and polishing via a DA (Porter Cable or Flex) or even a rotary for the skilled pro detailers is what truly makes the vehicle shine, glow, reflection, look wet, etc....period!
True, thats why jeweling with a rotary on any color car makes it look so much better. Its too bad not many people have the time nor patience to do it. A finished paint compared to a jeweled paint is crazy shit
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Thanks. fyi-there is a threadd with comments from both Toyota and from a person who claims to paint thr Corolla that state that there is no clearcoat on white. These are on other forums so i won't post them but you can search.
Thanks. fyi-there is a threadd with comments from both Toyota and from a person who claims to paint thr Corolla that state that there is no clearcoat on white. These are on other forums so i won't post them but you can search.
^ You can tell that person they are full of sh!t! They have no idea what they are talking about. We ain't gonna search for something that they don't know what they are talking about. If need more solid concrete evidence that the Corolla has a clear coat call you dealer and ask.
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Right now it is Meg's Mirror Glaze #16 or P21S wax since they are a ton cheaper. Wax can only do so much to protect the paint. To get it to glow, shine, reflect that is in the polishing process. 
I love when people see my truck and go damn that thing is bright. LOL! 
to paint thr Corolla that state that there is no clearcoat on white. These are on other forums so i won't post them but you can search.
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