Dr Oldz Nuba Thread (Master Edition)

[JustJesus]

Lusso Oro
I find a plush MF works best for removal.

I was surprised when I first tried BF Midnight Sun and found a more plush MF was better suited for removal. My usual MF didn`t work well with removing this wax.

Thanks for the Lusso post.

 

[Dr Oldz]

I was surprised when I first tried BF Midnight Sun and found a more plush MF was better suited for removal. My usual MF didn`t work well with removing this wax.

Thanks for the Lusso post.

I have found that different style towels are helpful with certain type of waxes. It’s why I try to add that info in these reviews to for you guys.

 

[Dr Oldz]

Collinite 845

Well what can I really say about this wax that hasn`t been talked about already. This has to be the most discussed wax on the forums.

But here goes my take:

A liquid Nuba hybrid wax. First off the bottle comes with a standard lid. It should come with a lid with a pour spout on it so the whole contents won`t spill out if you dump it accidentally. Easily fixed as it is a standard style bottle that many lids will fit on.

Has a slight solvent/chemical smell but not overpowering.

Can be a little thick in the bottle. A good shaking or running it under some warm tap water will thin it right out.

I apply with a DA to the whole vehicle then remove with a medium nap MF. Thin application makes the removal a breeze.

I have put this wax on every part of a vehicle except a windshield.

Has a bright glossy look that still contains a bit of warmth and depth. I have always enjoyed the look this wax gives white vehicles.

Durability is excellent. 5 months give or take. One thing I like about the Collinite waxes is that they hold up really well to winter salts and brine in snowy regions.

Superior beads from this wax.

With DA application, I can get 40-50 applications from a bottle.

Cheap product($20) for such excellent performance.

I find that this wax rinses dirt and grime easier than most other waxes.

If you haven`t ever tried this wax, I suggest you try it at least once to decide if the hype is real or not.


Thank You

 

[JustJesus]

Collinite 845

Cheap product($20) for such excellent performance.

If you haven`t ever tried this wax, I suggest you try it at least once to decide if the hype is real or not.

The price makes this product more special.

And for the price, it`s rather easy to justify the purchase even if it is just to try it out.

Thanks for the review


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[acuRAS82]

Collinite 845

Do you do 2 coats of this for even coverage or just 1? I ask because I have read about issues with a second coat of 915 and therefore have always refrained from adding a second.

 

[Dr Oldz]

Do you do 2 coats of this for even coverage or just 1? I ask because I have read about issues with a second coat of 915 and therefore have always refrained from adding a second.

I have never had an issue with a second coat. That being said, I never found a reason to apply 2 coats with this wax.

 

[Accumulator]

I have never had an issue with a second coat...

Same here. I`ve seen zero evidence of solvent action compromising the ability to layer it although I always waited a day between coats as I`ve heard it contains "resins" and such products generally seem to have a cure time.

But I`ve never had anything like pseudo-holograms with it. Never.

That being said, I never found a reason to apply 2 coats with this wax.

Well, it *did* improve the durability a bit for me, enough to be clearly discernible but not like it doubled it. I have maybe four layers on the limited areas where I still use it, and that provides what I consider decent durability. (Note that I set the bar nutty-high when it comes to durability. Topping 845 with 476S improved it quite a bit for those who do such stuff.)

EDIT: Anybody else notice the slight decrease in durability with the post-VOC version? I know the guys at Collinite worked awfully hard during the changeover so I`m not casting stones..

 

[Older]

Collinite 845

Well what can I really say about this wax that hasn`t been talked about already. This has to be the most discussed wax on the forums.

But here goes my take:

A liquid Nuba hybrid wax. First off the bottle comes with a standard lid. It should come with a lid with a pour spout on it so the whole contents won`t spill out if you dump it accidentally. Easily fixed as it is a standard style bottle that many lids will fit on.

Has a slight solvent/chemical smell but not overpowering.

Can be a little thick in the bottle. A good shaking or running it under some warm tap water will thin it right out.

I apply with a DA to the whole vehicle then remove with a medium nap MF. Thin application makes the removal a breeze.

I have put this wax on every part of a vehicle except a windshield.

Has a bright glossy look that still contains a bit of warmth and depth. I have always enjoyed the look this wax gives white vehicles.

Durability is excellent. 5 months give or take. One thing I like about the Collinite waxes is that they hold up really well to winter salts and brine in snowy regions.

Superior beads from this wax.

With DA application, I can get 40-50 applications from a bottle.

Cheap product($20) for such excellent performance.

I find that this wax rinses dirt and grime easier than most other waxes.

If you haven`t ever tried this wax, I suggest you try it at least once to decide if the hype is real or not.


Thank You

I agree with all that you said.

Once I started using 476s and 915,I stopped using 845. I discovered that those two are just as easy to apply and remove as the 845. And had more durability,(for me anyway).

 

[Dr Oldz]

Zymol Solaris


jk. I couldn’t get this wax although I tried.

 

[Accumulator]

Older- FWIW, and I`m not sure why it worked this way, I always thought I got my best results with Collinite by laying down a base of 845 and then multiple applications of 476S. Note that had I not believed I really saw a diff I never would`ve bothered with it, stumbled upon it by accident. For one thing, I was doing the Yukon XLD with all its PPF and the edges of same were less of an issue when I did the 845 first.

Ever use 476S on exterior trim? I did it on a few vehicles, but generally put it in the "don`t try this at home, kids!" category as with FK1000P.

Dr. Oldz- Heh heh...you made me chuckle there

Have you tried any of the Zymol Estate line? Noting my general, uhm...attitude..about such stuff I`ve always been inclined to laugh such stuff off. BUT, a few people whom I genuinely respect and consider credible insist that they`ve gotten their absolute best results with some of those, usually with numerous spit-shined applications. The whole thing made me think "no thanks, you`re nuts", but again, I would *NEVER* accuse those guys of merely seeing what they want to see, so in the back of my mind...well, I wonder.

 

[Dr Oldz]

Dodo - Purple Haze Pro

This wax has a lavender spicy kinda coco scent to it. Very addicting

This is one of Dodo`s soft waxes.

Applies like butter. This wax will stain your applicator purple.

Removal is about proper timing.... not exactly WOWO but you can`t let it fully haze over either. Key is to have it feel slightly tacky when you swipe your finger across it. Usually two smaller panels or one larger panel can be waxed then removed. If you time it just right, removal is easy. I prefer a shorter napped towel and turn frequently. I usually stick to a darker colored towel just so I don`t see any possible staining. Although I may have just made the application and removal sound hard there, it is actually easy.

This is one of my favorite looking waxes on darker colors. Gives a dripping wet look with great depth, gloss and that rich nuba glow.

I would be careful around plastics with this wax just as a precautionary measure but haven`t had any issues in the past.

Durability is 3-4 months.

Dodo says their pro versions have a bit of sealant in them to aid in durability and I find the pro versions do last about a month longer.

Very nice beading properties. Those that really like bead porn will love this wax!!

This works great on all dark colors wonderfully including metallics.

I always love the look of this wax on a properly prepped surface and it will remain in my inventory for the vehicles that I truly want to show off!

 

[JustJesus]

Dodo - Purple Haze Pro
I always love the look of this wax on a properly prepped surface and it will remain in my inventory for the vehicles that I truly want to show off!

Dripping wet, depth, glow. And with the quoted section above, sounds like a good wax to have.

Thanks for the post.

 

[Older]

Dr.Oldz,

Would you happen to know if the Purple Haze Pro is temperature-sensitive in it`s application/removal?

It`s starting to cool off here in the midwest-middle 50`s for the high temp.

Thanks.

PS: I followed your thread on the old L2D forum. Thanks for reviving it here.

 

[Dr Oldz]

Dr.Oldz,

Would you happen to know if the Purple Haze Pro is temperature-sensitive in it`s application/removal?

It`s starting to cool off here in the midwest-middle 50`s for the high temp.

Thanks.

PS: I followed your thread on the old L2D forum. Thanks for reviving it here.

It’s not really temperature sensitive. The only thing is maybe let it sit on the panel a bit longer so I becomes tacky as I described above if it is cooler out. I have used it in a wide range of temps with no issues.

 

[acuRAS82]

Just used an old tin of Meg’s Gold Class I had lying around (will add a pic later if I remember).

Its definitely an attractive, rich look on black and not shabby on silver. Smells very good. A little more difficult to wipe off when dried to a haze, but not unbearable. I recall the durability being poor, although I’ll likely top with GC Spray Wax before some upcoming rainy days.

Either way, it’s nice to go back and see, apply, smell a classic in my arsenal.

 

[Accumulator]

Just used an old tin of Meg’s Gold Class I had lying around (will add a pic later if I remember).

Its definitely an attractive, rich look on black and not shabby on silver. Smells very good. A little more difficult to wipe off when dried to a haze, but not unbearable. I recall the durability being poor...

Huh, interesting...I never thought of it as a wax for black.

IIRC (and that`s a mighty big "if") it contains *some* abrasives. Just a touch...maybe that could explain the buff-off as some older abrasives were indeed a bit of a PIA once they`d dried. Perhaps Mike Phillips (just saw a post from him today, first time since forever!) will chime in, I bet he`d know.

 

[acuRAS82]

Huh, interesting...I never thought of it as a wax for black.

IIRC (and that`s a mighty big "if") it contains *some* abrasives. Just a touch...maybe that could explain the buff-off as some older abrasives were indeed a bit of a PIA once they`d dried. Perhaps Mike Phillips (just saw a post from him today, first time since forever!) will chime in, I bet he`d know.

Megs markets GC for black. Granted most carnaubas look nice on this paint. I do recall GC having very mild cleaning ability from reading an old MOL thread. I don’t recall abrasives but that could be.

 

[Accumulator]

acuRAS82- Huh, I remember the black car on the lid but always thought of it as a bit "bright" for darks...anyhow, yeah...it can be hard to tell what Meguiar`s means when they say "clean(ers/ing/etc.)". At one time they meant "abrasives" when they said "Cleaners" and "NONabrasive" when they said "Polish". E.g. M83 "Dual Action Cleaner Polish", the two words meant the opposite of what I`d have thought.

 

[acuRAS82]

Was able to snap pics today after a wash (Meg’s Gold Class):