Car wash soap and Wax

[86geek]

Just got my 2015 FRS Asphalt/Black a week ago. What's a good car wash soap and wax to use on Asphalt/Black? Something fairly ease to use for wax. Long ago I used Grantize Wet Polymer on my former Scion XA. I'd appreciate any suggestions. Thanks in advance!

[itos808]

from what i been seeing on instagram, a lot of guys use the chemical guys/smart wax products.

[fantah]

Smart Wax products are good, but expensive haha. I usually just use maguiars stuff.

[86geek]

I'm going to Paknshak to get a estimate today for Opti-Coat....already got one for Cquartz from Automoble Emporium....thanks for the replies I appreciate it!

[SurfAndSand]

Originally Posted by geek808@outlook.com

Just got my 2015 FRS Asphalt/Black a week ago. What's a good car wash soap and wax to use on Asphalt/Black? Something fairly ease to use for wax. Long ago I used Grantize Wet Polymer on my former Scion XA. I'd appreciate any suggestions. Thanks in advance!

I use Blackfire Wax - would work great on a black car. I mean this wax -it's sooo good. Just wipe on and wipe off. It also doesn't discolor on plastic parts, and wipes off really easily. super easy application.

It's kinda pricey though. Pak Shak probably has other options that are good too. I just asked the guy what he recommended and this happened to be the one he pointed to that day.

[86geek]

Originally Posted by SurfAndSand

I use Blackfire Wax - would work great on a black car. I mean this wax -it's sooo good. Just wipe on and wipe off. It also doesn't discolor on plastic parts, and wipes off really easily. super easy application.

It's kinda pricey though. Pak Shak probably has other options that are good too. I just asked the guy what he recommended and this happened to be the one he pointed to that day.

Thanks for the advice. I had Ranney Pak of Pakshak apply Opti Coat Pro & Opti Seal a few weeks ago. Easy to wash the car now and the shine is awesome. Water beading is great and while rinsing car the water just runs off.

[InspGadgt]

If you do it right just water and wax...no need for soap. There are actually cleaners in the wax so you use the water with a rag/sponge whatever to get the surface dirt off then the wax does the actual cleaning. Reduces the amount of chemicals you use on your paint. A buddy of mine who used to work in the automotive industry taught me this a long time ago...I still do it today.

[Fantum's86]

Originally Posted by geek808@outlook.com

Just got my 2015 FRS Asphalt/Black a week ago. What's a good car wash soap and wax to use on Asphalt/Black? Something fairly ease to use for wax. Long ago I used Grantize Wet Polymer on my former Scion XA. I'd appreciate any suggestions. Thanks in advance!

#86Hawaii Is sponsored by SmartWax. A lot of our club members are using that product! lmk if you have any questions on pricing or product.

[SurfAndSand]

Another trick I learned for rinsing the car off (if you use soap) is to remove any kind of nozzle on the hose. Just let the water run out over the paint in large sheets - less water stays on the paint and makes it easier to dry.

Also, if you have a leaf blower, just turn it on to your car after the rinse to help shake off any other pooling water. If not, just take it for a quick brisk drive (if your area is clean!) to get the water out.

[fantah]

If you really want to go for the gusto.... Acid wash, polish, wax. This will get everything off.... But you of course have to know how to acid wash >.>

[86geek]

I have Opti Coat Pro & Opti Seal applied now. It was suggested I just use Car Wash soap (CarPro Reset) and reapply Opti Seal in 3 months. I was told not to use wax/cleaners because it will strip the Opti Coat Pro from the car. I'm very stoked as to how the dirt doesn't really stick to the paint & the water just runs off car now. Yup, I'm thinking of ordering a Leaf Blower from Amazon. Thank you for the suggestions! I appreciate it very much!

[SurfAndSand]

If you're worried about acid wash, dishwashing soap also does a good job of stripping wax and other protectants from your paint. Make sure you polish and wax or seal afterwards though or your paint will suffer.