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the wax-off - ds968 - 07-31-2005

[quote name='SANDOVAL' date='Jul 26 2005, 09:45 PM']I am not sure if you let the product setup overnight but try leaving it hazed for 8+ hours. It is a very interesting experiment. Apply on a Friday night, park it in the garage and buff out out Saturday morning. [right][post="7965"]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/post][/right][/quote]



Just did that this evening, around 7. Wiping it off tomorrow morning . We'll see what it looks like after setting for 12+ hours. <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/huh.gif" class="smilie" alt="" /> <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/unsure.gif" class="smilie" alt="" />



But here's the whacky experiment : The roof has Zaino, the hood has Rejex, one side has Eagle One Nano-Wax, the other side has Meguier's NXT, and the back has Mother's Reflections. BTW, all of this is sitting on a base of two Zaino coats and two Rejex coats on top of that. WHAT ?! <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/blink.gif" class="smilie" alt="" /> <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/biggrin.gif" class="smilie" alt="" /> I have those bottles just taking up space in my garage, so this was a good a time as any to play games with waxes.. and since I'm planning to clay bar it next month, which will clear all this build up, I figured there's no harm in testing to see if there is a side by side visible difference ..



I'm still sold on Rejex as the one providing the best longevity and shine.. but tomorrow morning ( assuming the combo of the waxes does not cause the paint

to peel off overnight <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/tongue.gif" class="smilie" alt="" /> ) might reveal a new discovery <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/cool.gif" class="smilie" alt="" />

the wax-off - ds968 - 07-31-2005

wiped it off. all were very easy - no greater effort on any any particular wax than the other. It all looks the same though <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/sad.gif" class="smilie" alt="" /> <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/blink.gif" class="smilie" alt="" />



I guess with 5 coats of wax piled on, it no longer matters what the top coat is - it'll look great all around <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/cool.gif" class="smilie" alt="" />

the wax-off - 968 Cab - 07-31-2005

[quote name='ds968' date='Jul 31 2005, 08:40 AM']wiped it off.  all were very easy - no greater effort on any any particular wax than the other.  It all looks the same though  <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/sad.gif" class="smilie" alt="" />  <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/blink.gif" class="smilie" alt="" />



I guess with 5 coats of wax piled on, it no longer matters what the top coat is - it'll look great all around  <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/cool.gif" class="smilie" alt="" />

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Thanks for the updates - that's what I expected. It'll be interesting to see the outcome after you clay the car though.



I just applied Rejex to the wheels and let it haze off for 4 hours and the shine is very noticeable now - especially on the spokes on the Twist wheels. If Rejex helps to keep the brake dust in control, that alone will make it worth the $$ and effort.

the wax-off - 968Z - 07-31-2005

Eric, a quick question about Rejex. The PO of my Blue Cab installed new pads all around 1000 miles before I got her. Unfortunately, they are cheap pads, and the brake dust is unbearable. Am I reading correctly that Rejex on the stock rims create a "just hose off the brake dust" environment? I hate having to detail the rims every week just to keep them looking reasonable.

the wax-off - flash - 08-01-2005

that's pretty much how it is for me - i also hate detailing my wheels - this has been a godsend

the wax-off - Etnier - 08-01-2005

Rejex is great for that application.

the wax-off - ds968 - 08-01-2005

OT ( but just a little ) - I have never seen brake dust on my wheels in the two years I've had the car. I'm not saying "a little dust" here, there is NONE !

And it has nothing to do with Rejex. These pads just do not generate dust ! Secondly, they refuse to wear down ( about 80% left on them after 25,000 miles ) the rotors are in perfect shape, appear and feel brand new, so it's not as if the pads wear well at the expense of the rotor, and the stopping is as smooth as can be ... dead silent, too !



Damn, I wish I knew what brake pads the p.o. had put on this car when he sold it to me. He has no clue, and the shop where it was done has been sold to another owner and subsequently closed ( ha, with parts like these they probably had no repeat customers..because there was NO NEED to come back ! <img src="/forum/images/smilies/968/tongue.gif" class="smilie" alt="" /> )



Do brake pads have the brand embossed or otherwise indicated on them ?

That's probably the only way I would find out.



I heard metalmasters pads have these type of qualities, but there may be others.

the wax-off - Greimann - 08-01-2005

Most likely they are metalmasters Dan. I have them too and have zero brake dust issues.

the wax-off - 968 Cab - 08-01-2005

OK - did a very thorough REJEX application on the 968 Cab last night and left it for 10 hours before buffing. here's what I did:



1. Apply the Rejex thin - a little more than Zaino, but not as heavy as traditional waxes as build up takes a little effort to remove.



2. I buffed the DS fender after 4 hours to get an idea of ease, shine, etc for comparison



3. after 10 hours, I buffed off the rest of the car in the garage / shade. Some spots took a little more effort than usual, and there was definitely a dry haze and a little powdery residue on large panels (hood / trunk).



Conculsions



1. Brilliant shine - for some reason Saran wrap comes to mind!

2. Go over all the little seams / gaps as soon as you finish applying the Rejex to eliminate build up. Will save you time later on.

3. multiple (3) coats of Rejex is very shiny, especially over a car that has a "clay bar" treatment.

4. Rejex on the wheels produced a noticeable shine.

5. go ahead and buff after 3-4 hours - it is enough time to allow Rejex to haze



Great product Eric. Thanks!

the wax-off - chris - 08-18-2005

I'm a Zaino convert. Looks amazing, but a little pricey.



Another quick tip on the clay bar...make sure you keep it well lubricated

the wax-off - 968 Cab - 08-18-2005

[quote name='chris' date='Aug 18 2005, 01:35 PM']I'm a Zaino convert.  Looks amazing, but a little pricey.



Another quick tip on the clay bar...make sure you keep it well lubricated

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Yep - 8oz of Zaino went from $8 to $15!!! and subjectively, Rejex delivers a little better shine at 1/2 price for 2X volume. Besides, I like the thought that the USAF uses the stuff!



I agree - keep the clay bar wet with a soapy solution and it works really well.

the wax-off - Larry Currie - 08-19-2005

I think I get a better shine with Zaino Bro, but I like Rejex on my wheels. They are the two best I've used. I'm thinking about using Rejex on the bumper cover because bugs dust off. I don't think you can go wrong with either.