What type of wax for a vehicle wrap?

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jbankO

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I've got a fully wrap vehicle (glossy not a flat wrap). Curious on what kind of wax you guys would recommend for the vinyl wrap?
 
jbankO said:
I've got a fully wrap vehicle (glossy not a flat wrap). Curious on what kind of wax you guys would recommend for the vinyl wrap?
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We use Chemical Guys Clear Seal on wrapped cars, works very well even on the Matte Vinyls. The product is designed for clear bra's, vinyls and contain a UV protection agent. Overall excellent product.
 
Ask the wrap company what type of vinyl they used and if there are any solvent-exposure restrictions that would affect how you protect it/what you protect it with.
 
Shiny Lil Detlr said:
Ask the wrap company what type of vinyl they used and if there are any solvent-exposure restrictions that would affect how you protect it/what you protect it with.
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I'd think this would apply to anything that could potentially contact the vinly wrap, i.e. shampoos/soaps, APC, tarminator, clay lube/qD, etc..
 
I would stay away from anything that contains dyes. A good clear wax will work. I have also used Zaino on my Clear Bra's for years with no issues. I also use Clear Seal from CG for regular maintenance and to remove bugs.



X-Pel also sells a sealant made specifically for their Clear Bra's which works well.
 
agentf1 said:
I would stay away from anything that contains dyes. A good clear wax will work. I have also used Zaino on my Clear Bra's for years with no issues. I also use Clear Seal from CG for regular maintenance and to remove bugs.



X-Pel also sells a sealant made specifically for their Clear Bra's which works well.
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He said a (presumably vinyl) wrapped vehicle... not a clear bra. If it has color graphics, the rules change depending on what sort of dyes were used to print the wrap, how the graphics were printed or impregnated into the material, etc. That's why it would be best to consult the company who did the wrapping -- assuming there's a warranty on their work, it would suck to void it because you applied a wax or sealant that caused damage.
 
lostdaytomorrow said:
No kidding, does this actually work? Does optimum endorse this technique?
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Many detailing products are used for off label purposes with great results. I'd take Scott's advice over a product label or company endorsement any time.



SpoolinNoMore's Opti-Seal suggestion sounds great, too, IMO.
 
SuperBee364 said:
Many detailing products are used for off label purposes with great results. I'd take Scott's advice over a product label or company endorsement any time.



SpoolinNoMore's Opti-Seal suggestion sounds great, too, IMO.
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Cool, good to know, I am going to try it this weekend!! Sounds awesome!
 
lostdaytomorrow said:
No kidding, does this actually work? Does optimum endorse this technique?
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Yes, works fine, noticeable improvement in slickness and depth. Mentioned it to Dave at Optimum, he said he'd have to try that with his own truck.
 
I would evaluate as spot with Opti-seal as well and then use that. Nothing will be faster, you don't have to avoid areas - its great all around. Instantly popped into my head when I saw this thread.
 
Heres a couple pics of the wrap as requested. Sorry for the delayed response it's been super busy around here latley which is a good thing since winter is around the corner. I am interested in Scotts approach and may give that a shot and see how it holds up.



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