Single product for garage queen

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drrac2

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I have a black (single stage) garage queen that never sees rain. I have used Megs #2/IHG/Zymol, and Megs #9/IHG/Souveran in the past. I recently tried Megs #2 and Megs #7 with pretty good initial results (I will have a better idea once I really inspect the car in direct afternoon sunlight). I have heard that some people apply only #7 to their garage queens and nothing else.



Is there a single product that you recommed (protection from the elements is not an issue) that does not produce build up, and has excellent swirl-free results?



Thanks
 
You will find excellent results with a glaze. 3M sure has some fine products that would get the job done.



I'd also look at some of the exceptional 1Z polishes.
 
AIO - very mild chemical cleansing ability and protection. Garage queens need paint maintenence also because of oxidation and ambient pollutants that settle on surfaces even when stored in a clean garage. This product is quite similar to a pure glaze and creates a wonderful gloss on a well prepped finish. With AIO's small amount of protective properties any small run-in with a bird bomb, pollen, surprise shower, diesel exhaust settling when driving behind a 18-wheeler, etc will not be as damaging as it would be if only a glaze is in place. Another wonderful alternative: Clearkote VM

Another great property of both these products. Very easy to apply and buff (hand or PC) to a haze-free and streak-free gloss unlike many pure glazes with the exception of Mother's S&G( easy on / easy-off).
 
He's definitly right. You do need some protection from ozone and suprises. Try Poorboys Polish with Carnuba.
 
Thank you very much for the replies.



BLKZ28CONV- Are you suggesting to use AIO without SG? I have never tried VM but have heard great things. As far as aesthetics are concerned, would you choose AIO or VM?



I have tried IHG alone and I was not happy with the results, IMHO #7 worked much better.
 
I am very new with AIO usage. But from what I have seen from my small amount of testing this week with AIO I could kick myself for not trying this product sooner. :doh

The appearance results from AIO on a Prepped finish is very reminecent of a glaze, but very easy to use. I like VM but AIO seems to have a slight edge in wettness, depth ( mostly achieved during prep), gloss and cleaning ability (very subjective).

Both VM and AIO are wonderful products but I am now sold on AIO.



No need for SG if AIO treated finish is prepped well and vehicle a garage queen. SG is more of a added protection even though advertised as a gloss enhancer. The wonderful thing about a garage queen is the ability to demostrate the trueness of the paint without being clouded by globs of protectant needed by a daily driver. Both VM/GEPC/AIO impact that appearance. AIO and VM add a little protection as a plus.

I have IHG, #7, #81 and Mother's S&G and AIO beats them all hands down in terms of results and route getting there.
 
I also have a garage queen. I have a 1988 Black 911 with on 29k miles. I've been using Souveran on it and have been quite happy. Previously to that I used Zaino, but I like the Souveran much better.



Being the nutcase that I am, I'm thinking of trying something different. I'm thinking of trying AIO and then topping it with Trade Secret.
 
Poorboy's Polish With Carnuba - it's like AIO on steriods ;) - multi-purpose - PC applied it's an awesome cleaner that leaves a carnuba shine - hand applied it works more like a glaze with some filling ability and leaves a wet look...I gave my mom and my aunt some at christmas time (they both have olds intrigues) and are in their late 60's - they love it so much they both PwC their cars once a month and just rave about how their cars look :lol
 
dbackfan- 88 911 with only 29K!! SWEET!!!! I love that car, its a timeless classic. My mustang is an 88 as well.



I really liked the souveran paste, but after some time my paint started to loose some depth. I am going to give AIO a try.
 
blkZ28Conv said:
With AIO's small amount of protective properties any small run-in with a bird bomb, pollen, surprise shower, diesel exhaust settling when driving behind a 18-wheeler, etc will not be as damaging as it would be if only a glaze is in place./B]
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blkZ28Conv,



Would you really consider AIO providing only a "small amount of protective properties"?



I know it's considerably less than AIO + KSG (or other sealant), but in the over all scheme of products I believe AIO alone provides good protection versus other non-polymer products.
 
NHBFAN said:
blkZ28Conv,



Would you really consider AIO providing only a "small amount of protective properties"?



I know it's considerably less than AIO + KSG (or other sealant), but in the over all scheme of products I believe AIO alone provides good protection versus other non-polymer products.
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NHBFAN

Strictly speaking you are correct that AIO can be used as it name states as an all-in-one product with 4 - 6 months of advertised protection. What I have found I like about AIO is it non-altering (color hue) ability as a final polish with the added bonus of also laying down some protection. I was just stating a point about using this product for a garage queen because of the concept that these cars do not need protection. Which I believe is false, but AIO seems to be a great solo product for the situation discussed. Actually NXT could also fall into this group (AIO & VM), though unintended, as a mild cleanser and polymer protectant. If Meg's can solve the smearing problem that some users are having (not me) it too will meet a garage queens needs. NXT does product a great finish appearance.

Would I just have AIO on my daily driver outside 24/7? :nixweiss I am sure it would work well but I have too many other toys to play with that I know I will top AIO with something. It is sad that I detail my cars more than I drive them.:o
 
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