Wax on, Wax off

[JimVandegriff]

Yep, I'm a waxer. Anyone have any experiences with their Tesla's liking or disliking any of the popular brands? I'm planning on getting some wax at a local store tomorrow, and then practicing my circular motion.

 

[FlatSix911]

I am a reformed waxer.
Now I use a sealant on the paint for maximum protection and durability. Try Maguire's sealant.

 

[Discoducky]

One word...Zaino

 

[jomo25]

Another enthusiastic vote for Zaino. And Optimum No Rinse Wash & Wax between full details.

 

[FlatSix911]

Another tip ... the surface preparation is the most important step.
Use a clay bar or prep mit/cloth to clean the paint before sealing.

 

[Diavel]

Bump because it's important.

So im receiving my black X soon and plan on (maybe) paint correction, full or partial wrap, and c quartz.

Should still use the clay bar /prep mit? What about Zaino or other sealants prior to wrap and then c quartz?

 

[FlatSix911]

Bump because it's important.

So im receiving my black X soon and plan on (maybe) paint correction, full or partial wrap, and c quartz.
Should still use the clay bar /prep mit? What about Zaino or other sealants prior to wrap and then c quartz?

The paint prep and cleaning is a key step before applying a sealant or wrap.
I used Maguire's sealant and did a partial wrap of the front bumper and headlights to protect the most vulnerable areas.

 

[Roentgen]

Recommendations for interior cleaning, please? A favorite leather/dash cleaner?

I hate to admit it, but I still have a bottle of ancient NuVinyl I used to use on my Integra back in the day.... Used it the other day to wipe a kid's footprints off the inside vinyl/plastic of the door pillars.

Thanks in advance!

 

[Boourns]

Has anyone used and compared ONR Wash & Wax to ONR Wash & Shine?

 

[JPP]

In my pre OptiCoat cQuartz days (before Tesla) I used Griot's Garage products. Overall good products and support. YMMV.

 

[Diavel]

The paint prep and cleaning is a key step before applying a sealant or wrap.
I used Maguire's sealant and did a partial wrap of the front bumper and headlights to protect the most vulnerable areas.

So paint correction and cleaning, then sealant, then xpel wrap, then c quartz?
Would that be the ideal setup then? Not overkill?

 

[James Anders]

One word...Zaino

Zaino Indeed!!!

Zaino Store

Zaino is the only reason I felt comfortable buying a black car.

 

[ArtInCT]

Zaino... nuff said. #8 Gloss afterwards.

 

[ccutrer]

So paint correction and cleaning, then sealant, then xpel wrap, then c quartz?
Would that be the ideal setup then? Not overkill?

My detailed told me to ensure the pre-delivery detail does not include wax before bringing it in to get wrapped.

 

[ArtInCT]

My detailed told me to ensure the pre-delivery detail does not include wax before bringing it in to get wrapped.

Yes, I too received this strong suggestion from the folks that did my Xpel wrap. When I told my Delivery Specialist he knew exactly what the deal was and we walked over to the head of car prep at the Service Center and made a note that my car was just to be unwrapped and washed and interior cleaned... no exterior wax. I have seen the SC use a wash and wax product on new cars (no name).