WaxAddict
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Hello all. I don`t like calling these wax tests of mine "this vs that" because it`s not a competition. It`s just two LSP`s, side by side, in the same general area. But.. it`s fun to compare 
So the victim this time is the hood of my girlfriend`s VW not-so-new New Beatle (2008). The LSP`s we`ll be observing for beading, watershedding, and longevity are..
Wolfgang Deep Goss Paint Sealant 3.0. This big 16-ounce bottle is a legend in these parts, and with good reason. I used to detest sealants until I tried Sonus SFX-4, then WGDGPS. With these, I get gloss and depth on dark paint like that of a carnauba, with ease-of-use and longevity. WGDGPS beats out the less expensive Sonus both in depth and longevity by a bit, making it worth the extra coin. In fact, when I bought my bottle of WG, I compared it to P21S, which is my benchmark of good-looking, not-too-expensive LSP. Wolfgang compared favorably, lasted a MONTH longer, and was as easy to use.
WGDGPS is $39.99 for 16 oz ($2.50 per ounce).
and..
Soft99 King Of Gloss. This sealant is all the rage in parts of Europe and I would assume in it`s home land of Japan. It`s not widely marketed here in the US, but after quick search, you`ll have a pot in a few weeks if you`re so inclined. This monster paste sealant is PTFE-based and 100% synthetic. It`s difficult to find some real English information on this product. It`s not even listed on Soft99`s English website, where they make the claim: "We always offer `Keep Clean` in your lifestyle". After I had my fill of "all your base are belong to us" I decided to just try the darn stuff. The product IS well-reviewed, especially in the UK.
Soft99 KOG is $26.00 to $30 for 10.58 oz ($2.46 per ounce on the low side). Basically the same a WGDGPS. But that`s where the similarities end.
The Victim, after application:
Not much to see there, lighting-wise, sorry. But, both LSP`s did a great job making this stubborn color pop to life.
PREP: Wash, clay, and hand-polished with DoDo Lime Prime, then wiped down vigorously with CarPro Eraser.
APPLICATION: I followed the instructions for both products, except for the WGDGPS, where I left it on the car for about 20 minutes, because it`s what us guys do.
WGDGPS is a dream to apply and remove.
I applied KOG thin and basically walked into the garage for a drink of water. Apparently that was too long. The instructions say 5 to 10 minutes. I waited maybe 3, and found this to be one of the most difficult LSP`s to remove. Hey! I thought sealants were easy! The next time I use it, I`m going to treat it as a quasi-WOWO product, keeping a sharp eye on it. Your millage will vary. The instructions give warning about leaving it on too long, and they say your experience might be different in summer. It was about 82F outside.
BEADING: Fantastic on both products. I waited 24 hours to cure before hitting it with water.
WATER-SHEDDING: Soft99 KOG is the King Of Hydrophobicity. No LSP I`ve used has been this hydrophobic. Water just disappears! Wolfgang also does a great job, as expected. This photo was taken after flooding the hood with my spray on "soaker".
Drying the Soft99 KOG side with a dry "Dry Me A River" towel was instantaneous.
SO... lets wait for some longevity status. This car is 24-7 outside, full sun exposure, in Florida.
I`ll leave you with some beads, `cause everybody loves beads!! :wub:
So the victim this time is the hood of my girlfriend`s VW not-so-new New Beatle (2008). The LSP`s we`ll be observing for beading, watershedding, and longevity are..
Wolfgang Deep Goss Paint Sealant 3.0. This big 16-ounce bottle is a legend in these parts, and with good reason. I used to detest sealants until I tried Sonus SFX-4, then WGDGPS. With these, I get gloss and depth on dark paint like that of a carnauba, with ease-of-use and longevity. WGDGPS beats out the less expensive Sonus both in depth and longevity by a bit, making it worth the extra coin. In fact, when I bought my bottle of WG, I compared it to P21S, which is my benchmark of good-looking, not-too-expensive LSP. Wolfgang compared favorably, lasted a MONTH longer, and was as easy to use.
WGDGPS is $39.99 for 16 oz ($2.50 per ounce).
and..
Soft99 King Of Gloss. This sealant is all the rage in parts of Europe and I would assume in it`s home land of Japan. It`s not widely marketed here in the US, but after quick search, you`ll have a pot in a few weeks if you`re so inclined. This monster paste sealant is PTFE-based and 100% synthetic. It`s difficult to find some real English information on this product. It`s not even listed on Soft99`s English website, where they make the claim: "We always offer `Keep Clean` in your lifestyle". After I had my fill of "all your base are belong to us" I decided to just try the darn stuff. The product IS well-reviewed, especially in the UK.
Soft99 KOG is $26.00 to $30 for 10.58 oz ($2.46 per ounce on the low side). Basically the same a WGDGPS. But that`s where the similarities end.
The Victim, after application:
Not much to see there, lighting-wise, sorry. But, both LSP`s did a great job making this stubborn color pop to life.
PREP: Wash, clay, and hand-polished with DoDo Lime Prime, then wiped down vigorously with CarPro Eraser.
APPLICATION: I followed the instructions for both products, except for the WGDGPS, where I left it on the car for about 20 minutes, because it`s what us guys do.
WGDGPS is a dream to apply and remove.
I applied KOG thin and basically walked into the garage for a drink of water. Apparently that was too long. The instructions say 5 to 10 minutes. I waited maybe 3, and found this to be one of the most difficult LSP`s to remove. Hey! I thought sealants were easy! The next time I use it, I`m going to treat it as a quasi-WOWO product, keeping a sharp eye on it. Your millage will vary. The instructions give warning about leaving it on too long, and they say your experience might be different in summer. It was about 82F outside.
BEADING: Fantastic on both products. I waited 24 hours to cure before hitting it with water.
WATER-SHEDDING: Soft99 KOG is the King Of Hydrophobicity. No LSP I`ve used has been this hydrophobic. Water just disappears! Wolfgang also does a great job, as expected. This photo was taken after flooding the hood with my spray on "soaker".
Drying the Soft99 KOG side with a dry "Dry Me A River" towel was instantaneous.
SO... lets wait for some longevity status. This car is 24-7 outside, full sun exposure, in Florida.
I`ll leave you with some beads, `cause everybody loves beads!! :wub:
) somebody`ll leave a bird-bomb and some bugs on it for 8 months or so and post back about whether it etched.