Alright, well I have searched high and low for an answer to my question and I dont seem to find the answer I am looking for. In the spring I am going to do a full detail on my car and care for it by glazing until it's necessary to bust out some abrasive polish again. I want to just stay on the safe side and use the least abrasive combo on my vehicle to keep it looking good. I know the glaze will wash off after a couple washes but I dont mind doing it every week even - if it keeps my car looking good. Currently in my arsenal I have these polishes: Optimum compound, optimum polish, colorX, vanilla moose, red machine glaze....however I am looking for something with good filling abilities to cover those minor swirls when I dont feel like taking an abrasive to the paint every week since I am so picky. Any suggestions for a good glaze that has good filling without abrasives. I hear of so many polishes that have abrasives and then also leave an oil to fill in, however i dont want to remove clear every week just to fill in my swirls. Thanks for the help!
Glaze - Is it a sin?
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Lowejackson
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There is nothing wrong with using a glaze, it is simply a personal preference. My favourite glazes are One Grand - very heavy glaze which will hide everything or VM, a very light but effective glaze.
As for polishing, this can be minimised by concentrating on the washing technique
As for polishing, this can be minimised by concentrating on the washing technique
Meguiar's #7 doesn't have abrasives from what I understand. It's kind of a pain to work with, though. I have been looking for the same type of product. I just ordered some FK1 FX-100 spray glaze as it has no cleaners in it. I'm hoping it will work over my LSP to hide imperfections.
I've asked the same question as you before and was suggested Mother's Top Coat. I haven't tried it yet.
I've asked the same question as you before and was suggested Mother's Top Coat. I haven't tried it yet.
topnotchtouch
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What's the old line from that song, "if it's wrong I don't wanna be right" 
2x Meguiars #7 topped with 2x Meguiars #26
2x Meguiars #7 topped with 2x Meguiars #26
2x Meguiars #7 topped with 2x Meguiars #26
2x Meguiars #7 topped with 2x Meguiars #26
You don't have to glaze each time. Just when you do add a LSP on top. RMG with Pin. Souveran or natty's blue is great. If you want to go to the pure polishes absolutely no abrasives Meg. 3, 5, 7, all fit the bill. I love to put a glaze under my LSP. Underutilized part of detailing IMHO.
Wasatch
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I usually use a light polish or a glaze before my LSP 2-3 times a year.
imported_Neothin
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MDRX8 said:
*eyes signature*
I love glazes. It saves clearcoat in the long wrong anyways. Besides, if you cant see any flaws, does it really matter how you got it that way?
Joshua, not sure if you've already seen this, but this could be a more permanent solution and also offer the time savings of not having to reapply a glaze as often.
http://autopia.org/forum/showthread.php?t=66829
Unforntunately, it is not yet available.
http://autopia.org/forum/showthread.php?t=66829
Unforntunately, it is not yet available.
klnyc
Deep scratch guy.
Shoot, Im still using VM and RMG, I got no problem with that.
Sherman8r44
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chml17l said:
A similar looking product is ChemicalGuys EZ~CREME glaze (although it has no abrasives), which also both fills and protects. Plus, like the Swirlbuster polish, it can be topped with a sealant. Most glazes, however, will interfere with the bonding of a polymer sealant.
Thanks for the advise on sonus swirlbuster...I was thinking the same thing, "yes I cant wait" however when I sent David a pm about it, he said it would not be smart to use as a glaze 
The chemical guys's product sounds interesting since i dont want any abrasives...I think alot of us are in search of a good glaze without abrasives, but we just arent sure which one really does the job. I have rmg but I dont see much filling capabilities...I use it on a finishing pad around 3-4 on the pc. Hopefully through searching through these products we can find a product that will work for us all
I would not use it as a glaze. That's why I created the Sonus Acrylic Glanz product.
http://www.autopia-carcare.com/son-250.html
This is a very effective glaze that is super quick and easy to use.
db
When looking at Sonus Acrylic Glanz however I dont see much in terms of filling capabilities, more like something just to make my car shiny
The chemical guys's product sounds interesting since i dont want any abrasives...I think alot of us are in search of a good glaze without abrasives, but we just arent sure which one really does the job. I have rmg but I dont see much filling capabilities...I use it on a finishing pad around 3-4 on the pc. Hopefully through searching through these products we can find a product that will work for us allI would not use it as a glaze. That's why I created the Sonus Acrylic Glanz product.
http://www.autopia-carcare.com/son-250.html
This is a very effective glaze that is super quick and easy to use.
db
When looking at Sonus Acrylic Glanz however I dont see much in terms of filling capabilities, more like something just to make my car shiny
Joshua312 said:Thanks for the advise on sonus swirlbuster...I was thinking the same thing, "yes I cant wait" however when I sent David a pm about it, he said it would not be smart to use as a glaze
I would not use it as a glaze. That's why I created the Sonus Acrylic Glanz product.
http://www.autopia-carcare.com/son-250.html
This is a very effective glaze that is super quick and easy to use.
db
When looking at Sonus Acrylic Glanz however I dont see much in terms of filling capabilities, more like something just to make my car shiny
I will say that Acyrlic Glanz is a great product. It may not fill in hairline scratches 100% but it certainly takes the edge off them (no pun intended). It's super easy to use and really enhances the finish. It's what I have been using until I get my FX-100 in the mail.
I also have to agree with Neothin. Some of us just don't have the time or patience to polish to perfection with a PC and abrasives, so a glaze really is helpful. Some may call it a clutch, but I call it more of a necessary evil. The added bonus of wetness and depth RMG gives under a carnauba is an added bonus. I almost always use a glaze under a carnauba. If you're going to keep a fresh layer of protection on there anyways, why not? Better this than compromise your clearcoat, IMO.
imported_chpsk8
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As I read this I cant' help thinking...
Wouldn't it be better faster more effective to polish out the swirls now, then change your wash method to minimize the swirling? The way you are going to use the glaze sounds like a band aid for the problem.
I use glazes to fill in what I cant' get, or don't get. Kind of a CYA process before LSP.
I think you should look at what is causing the problem in the first place. In the long run it will save you time and money.
Wouldn't it be better faster more effective to polish out the swirls now, then change your wash method to minimize the swirling? The way you are going to use the glaze sounds like a band aid for the problem.
I use glazes to fill in what I cant' get, or don't get. Kind of a CYA process before LSP.
I think you should look at what is causing the problem in the first place. In the long run it will save you time and money.
chpsk8 said:
I said in my first post I am going to be doing a full detail in the spring when it is taken out of storage and then maintained with a glaze. I am changing my washing regimen...I am getting a foam gun, just got some chenille mitts. However, I enjoy very much making my car look perfect, even if im glazing to hide a couple swirls and then protect with a wax. To some it may be a pain towards perfection...but Im looking forward to getting a good glaze and havin fun with it :bigups
And yes it is faster and more effective to polish out the imperfections to begin with, however that is not an option when looking for a flawless car. It's just not practical to polish every week with an abrasive to satisfy my needs of getting rid of minimal swirling
jfelbab
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For those who find #7 stunning but a bit hard to work with look to Meguiar's #81. The same wet look with a lot easier removal. My favorite glaze.