Applying wax very thin

808MGuy · 10-19-2009, 03:10 AM

Apparently, I'm using too much wax when doing my car. I have a container of Swissvax Blau Weiss and I've done 5 applications. By the looks of what's left in the container, I might have 2-3 more applications before its all gone. I apply by hand with a foam pad. Any ideas on what I can do to thin out the applications so I don't use so much product?

Moxie · 10-19-2009, 05:24 AM

That SwissWax is some $$$ stuff. I feel your pain - I used Klasse sealer & busted my ass trying to get it off. I need to invest in a buffer.

johnL · 10-19-2009, 12:45 PM

Using a machine orbital of some type will definitely save you on chemical usage. Try something like the Flex or PC.

808MGuy · 10-19-2009, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by johnL

Using a machine orbital of some type will definitely save you on chemical usage. Try something like the Flex or PC.

I have a PC but you can't exactly get Swissvax onto a polishing pad for a PC. Its made to be applied by hand like most other Carnauba waxes.

ScheerSpeed · 10-19-2009, 05:41 PM

you are definetly using WAYY too much... so far i have gotten about 10 applications from my jar of Swissvax mystery and the jar is still 3/4 full

dr.jay · 10-20-2009, 12:45 PM

I agree with everyone else, you are using entirely too much wax. Try using your bare hands to apply, I do that with my dodo juice and I've gotten about 8 applications and havent really made a dent in the jar.

ScheerSpeed · 10-21-2009, 02:43 PM

this is what it looks like when i apply swissvax mystery. nice and THIN.

NewM3driver · 10-21-2009, 08:33 PM

Swissvax better than Zymol Concours?

ScheerSpeed · 10-21-2009, 10:53 PM

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Originally Posted by NewM3driver

Swissvax better than Zymol Concours?

i havent tried any zymol products so i cant comment on that

808MGuy · 10-22-2009, 12:15 AM

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Originally Posted by NewM3driver

Swissvax better than Zymol Concours?

Looks wise Zymol is close but longevity goes to Swissvax by far.

NewM3driver · 10-22-2009, 07:11 PM

Zymol looks great but really does not last. I paid about $150 for the Zymol Concuors. How much is the Swissvax?

808MGuy · 10-22-2009, 09:09 PM

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Zymol looks great but really does not last. I paid about $150 for the Zymol Concuors. How much is the Swissvax?

It can run anywhere from $80 for the standard stuff like Onyx and Saphir to $2500 for Devine. I use Blau Weiss which is supposed to be formulated for BMW paint and that was about $150. The next step up is Concourso which is about $250 and then there's Mystery which is about $500.

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Moxie Lieutenant Colonel 67 Rep 1,895 Posts Drives: AW 328d Touring/SG 335d Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: North Carolina iTrader: (12)	That SwissWax is some $$$ stuff. I feel your pain - I used Klasse sealer & busted my ass trying to get it off. I need to invest in a buffer.
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dr.jay Lieutenant 14 Rep 465 Posts Drives: 2011 135 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Greenwood Always Up to No Good iTrader: (1)	I agree with everyone else, you are using entirely too much wax. Try using your bare hands to apply, I do that with my dodo juice and I've gotten about 8 applications and havent really made a dent in the jar. __________________ "Barzini is dead. So is Phillip Tattallgia. Moe Green. Slacci. Cuneo. Today I settled all family business so don't tell me that you're innocent. Admit what you did"
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