Neutralizing Water

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Under "The Perfect Shine" article he saies to use Carnauba wax over the Klasse Glaze. From reading this board I get the idea that no one here is doing that. Has anyone tried it and how are the results?
 
A bunch of people here top their Klasse with Carnuba..



Search "topper" and I bet a 20 threads show up if not more...
 
Hehe - lots of people top Klasse with carnauba - as a matter of fact, I posted a review of the P21S Paste Wax just a few hours ago - check this out:



P21S Paste Wax Review



Honestly - I think that Klasse benefits from a carnauba topper. Why is it that Zaino folks don't and Klasse people do? Dunno - some people say it's because Zaino's optically perfect . I think it's just a placebo effect - we just enjoy waxing the cars so much, we need to throw more stuff on it :)
 
I'm tempted, awfully tempted, but for now I am resisting so I can just continue to add more layers of SG :D I only have two coats on now anyway, so I figure at least a couple more before I consider a carnuba topper.
 
After my last detail, in the fall (winter weather is here now) I used Pinnacle Souveran and it was pretty cool.
 
Has anyone used both #26 and Blitz or P21S over Klasse for a comparison. I am presently do an experiment with #26 over Zaino :o and the results are excellent. I would like to know if the Blitz or P21S are better. Applying #26 on Zaino is quite easy because of the slickness of the finish and has no effect on the glossiness except adding depth and richness to my black finish.:cool:
 
I just posted a review in the reviews section of P21S on my ML320, as a topper to Klasse.



I had previously waxed one of the fenders with #26.



Let me say - although I'm a longtime fan of #26 (I've probably been using it for about 5 years now), the P21S won me over, thus far. It was much easier to apply, didn't leave a single residue on my black trim (which, on my truck, there's TONS of) and was shinier than the #26. Ease of application isn't even close - #26 is a bit of a bear to apply and worse to remove, while the P21S was a walk through the park to put on and take off.



The question now is durability - I find #26 to be pretty durable (granted, I've never tried Blitz, which is supposed to be the leader in that respect). I heard some other mentions, including thewaxtest.com website, that P21S was pretty durable as far as carnauba went. I'll be checking those panels (the left fender is still #26 only) to see how durability measures up.
 
I think I will order some P21S from CMA ( got to support the sponsors )and try it over Zaino. I just love getting stuff in the mail and trying new products.:D

Just ordered. Might as well take advantage of the 15% discount.
 
Check the pics in my link. I use Pinnacle Paste Glaz as a topper for my Klasse. Check the reflection and shine on some of those pictures. I love it.
 
I am 100% convinced that the most popular combo here on the board over the last 2 years has to be Klasse followed by a carnauba topper. It is extremely popular as it gives you outstanding results. Give it a try. Laters
 
Don2000* is right. Its the best combo in town. I found Klasse or Blackfire with Zymol Estate Glaze gives you an outstanding finish.
 
For those of us that do not have the luxury to use a filtered water tank, how can I neutralize tap water from a hose when I fill buckets. I read online somewhere that this is a good way to prevent water spots and make the water safer on paint. Is this even necessary, and if it is how can I do it? Thanks
 
Gimlet said:
For those of us that do not have the luxury to use a filtered water tank, how can I neutralize tap water from a hose when I fill buckets. I read online somewhere that this is a good way to prevent water spots and make the water safer on paint. Is this even necessary, and if it is how can I do it? Thanks
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I would love an answer on this as well. Everytime I wash a car, I have water spots. You can use ONR in both your wash bucket and your rinse bucket, but that doesn't help the water coming from your hose.:banghead:
 
The only thing I can think of to recommend to you would be to buy distilled water in as big quantity as you can to make it cheaper. I would then use that water and do an ONR wash. Another alternative is to put 1/3 to 1/2 of vinegar in a spray bottle and spray the water after you rinse before drying. This will neutralize the deposits in the water and help get rid of your water spots.
 
Gimlet said:
.. water spots and make the water safer on paint. Is this even necessary, and if it is how can I do it? Thanks
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Understand you can soften water / reduce minerals by adding vinegar. A quick google for "Soften Water Vinegar" seems to recommend a ratio of about 1/2 cup to a wash-load which might be 15-20 gallons.

Something to try, at your own risk.
 
I once heard using Baking Soda does the job really well. But Im not 100% sure if thats accurate or how much to use.
 
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