Best wax for an all white truck?
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Best wax for an all white truck?
I have seen a lot of threads for darker colors. Does anyone have a preference for white? I'm looking for shine and durability for the inland Northwest. I just bought this 2006 F150 Supercrew and have put two coats of wax on it by hand, then used a buffer for removal. I think it was Black Magic (Black and red bottle paste wax in a late edition of Consumer Reports). I have used Zymol in the past on my old truck; smelled good, looked good, but didn't last very long.
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If you get a lot of sun (I don't think NW USA does) it will burn off just about every wax brand there is on the market. I like the carnauba wax for all colors. It really brings out the true color and will fill in any minor scratches in the clearcoat. You may have to put on 2 coats to get a really superior shine. Turtle Wax makes it and so do other companies. You local auto store should carry it. Have fun......
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One problem with white is that there is no color to really show up. I think is why you seldom hear people talk about making white "pop". Personally, I'd stick with NXT 2.0 as a under coat and then top it off with something like Megs #26. Both of these can be found locally.
If you want something that lasts longer you can try topping off with a Colinite wax or Megs #16 (see other thread on Megs #16). These are carnuba waxes that are much harder but their gloss might not be as good. It's usually a trade off between longevity and durability.
Carnuba wax does not have fillers, so it won't hid scratches. NXT is a sealer that does contain fillers.
If you want something that lasts longer you can try topping off with a Colinite wax or Megs #16 (see other thread on Megs #16). These are carnuba waxes that are much harder but their gloss might not be as good. It's usually a trade off between longevity and durability.
Carnuba wax does not have fillers, so it won't hid scratches. NXT is a sealer that does contain fillers.
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A good all around wax is Obsessive Detail's Wet Obsession. It provides a great look on all colors and will last you 6-8 weeks. I've personally seen more out of it but on average it's 6-8 weeks. However, a good looking vehicle is all in the prep work and has little to do with the wax being used.
That said, here is a picture I borrowed from Obsessive Detail's website.
http://www.obsessivedetail.com/Customerrides.html
Another route you could take it to try a glaze prior to waxing. It will also help to hide any minor imperfections. Something like Poorboy's White Diamond Glaze (designed for white, lighter colored paints) in conjunction with PB's EX-P and one of PB's Natty's waxes.
EDIT- For the record, I would use a sealant prior to a carnauba to help get the best bonding to the paint possible.
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That said, here is a picture I borrowed from Obsessive Detail's website.
http://www.obsessivedetail.com/Customerrides.html
Another route you could take it to try a glaze prior to waxing. It will also help to hide any minor imperfections. Something like Poorboy's White Diamond Glaze (designed for white, lighter colored paints) in conjunction with PB's EX-P and one of PB's Natty's waxes.
EDIT- For the record, I would use a sealant prior to a carnauba to help get the best bonding to the paint possible.
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Last edited by esf; 08-29-2009 at 11:23 AM.
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Like others have said, Ford's Oxford White is a great color for lots of reasons like hot weather, hiding minor imperfections, etc. On the other hand, it's extermely difficult to make "pop" like darker colors. I should know - I'm on my 7th Oxford White Ford truck.
So what do I use / recommend? ESF (as usual) has given you some good advice that I agree with completely. Personally I like the look and durabilty of Zaino on my trucks. I sometimes top it with Collonite 845 to give it a touch more depth. In the end though, it's all personal preference.
So what do I use / recommend? ESF (as usual) has given you some good advice that I agree with completely. Personally I like the look and durabilty of Zaino on my trucks. I sometimes top it with Collonite 845 to give it a touch more depth. In the end though, it's all personal preference.
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Thank you, I never wanted a black truck either but when I bought it it was either Black or Dark Stone with the options we wanted and the wife and I both liked Black better. After detailing black nothing looks better.
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I didn't have any pictures handy when this post first came up, but I do now. Here's one I posted up in The Detailer's Cafe recently. It's a shot of the left front fender of my 2005 truck with 78,000 miles on it. Yes, the truck has been very well cared for, but it's a truck and it works. There's absolutely no fillers or glaze used here. The shot was taken after Poor Boy's SSR 1 was applied using my PC (with a finishing pad), then followed with Zaino Z2 Pro. I think you'll have to agree it shines pretty darn nice.
http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e6...eflection1.jpg
http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e6...eflection1.jpg