1 high bald guy
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I was wondering what you guys used to top your Opti seal? I am planning on doing my car soon before this winter weather hits. Would Collinite 845 or 476 be any good? Let me know im a noob to all this stuff. Thanks...
Good topper for Opti Seal?
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imported_bigfoot1
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OOS was designed to be a stand alone LSP, but either or of your options are good to go. I would go the 476 route.
thesacrifice
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Aquawax and 425 alternated between washes for me
imported_themightytimmah
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More Opti-seal! I find that multiple coats really pour on the wetness and give the impression of a thicker clear. Plus, you can apply like 3-4 coats in an hour.
1 high bald guy
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thanks for the quick replies. ya i was thinking of putting multiple coats of opti seal but after reading reviews about collinite i thought id give it a try.
Cleaning Fool
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If anything, Opti-Seal, in my opinion, should be topped over a wax not vice versa. I would start with 476 or whatever and then top it with Optiseal. Why cover up the good looks Optis-seal has to offer?
imported_shine
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I've noticed increased durability with multiple layers of Opti-Seal versus just a single application.
imported_Bence
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Legacy, nope, OOS doesn't need long curing times. You can apply further coats in a 30 minute sequence. If you want to let it cure longer, wait an hour between layers.
Cleaning Fool said:
I would disagree. Opti-Seal generally has a longer expectancy than your average wax. Therefore, when the wax fails you'll have a Opti-Seal left for the long-term protection. It's similar to the earth's crust
, you have the easily disposable top soil (wax) and the strong clay base (sealant) underneath. I wouldn't comfortable applying Opti-Seal on a wax anyway, I imagine it wouldn't bond as well. Personally, I feel a top grade carnauba glow provides much more eye candy than Opti-Seal any day.FirstRate said:I would disagree. Opti-Seal generally has a longer expectancy than your average wax. Therefore, when the wax fails you'll have a Opti-Seal left for the long-term protection. It's similar to the earth's crust
F.Y.I. 476 is not you average wax
it will last longer then most sealants
IIRC Opti-Seal was make to bond over waxes
imported_Bence
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FirstRate, imagination and feel won't show you the true optical qualities of OOS or a top grade carnauba.
BigJimZ28 said:
Right, hence the word average. I don't believe I referenced 476? :nixweiss
Nope. This is from Optimum's website:
"Optimum Opti-Seal is a revolutionary paint protection formula that creates unmatched slickness and gloss with just a few drops per vehicle. One ounce completely seals and protects 4-5 cars! This product leaves no residue and requires no buffing. Enjoy months of durable polymer protection with just drops of Opti-Seal.
Optimum Opti-Seal is a true paint sealant with no cleaning properties. It seals and protects paint under a crystal clear barrier of cross-linked polymers. Dirt, moisture, oil, and UV radiation are all sealed out of the paint to maintain optimum gloss. It is a spray sealant that provides the durability of traditional sealants in minutes.
The science behind Opti-Seal is incredible. The hyper concentrated polymer sealant begins cross-linking as soon as it hits the paint. Opti-Seal flashes almost immediately to leave a polymer film on the paint. Opti-Seal is not a short-cut product. It is a state-of-the-art, stand-alone spray sealant that provides real, durable protection for paint, plastic trim, and wheels. This is a last step product, not a maintenance product. After polishing, apply Opti-Seal and walk away. Opti-Seal is the only paint protection your vehicle needs.
Opti-Seal is crystal clear in the bottle and on the paint. Applied very thinly, it will not streak or cloud. Simply spray, wipe, and walk away. Opti-Seal leaves absolutely no residue to buff off. Paint protection couldn’t be any easier!
Opti-Seal contains no fillers or cleaners. This is a true paint sealant. If your vehicle has some light imperfections, use Optimum Poli-Seal or Optimum Polish for removing oxidation and any other paint correction. Top the smooth, shiny finish with Opti-Seal for added protection and gloss. Opti-Seal can also be used as a base coat under Optimum Car Wax or any other car wax."