Volks,
My bug got new paint about 5 years ago; it's in excellent shape. I keep the
car in a carport, with a soft car cover much of the time. I've kept a good
quality new-car wax on it -- most recently Meguire's, and before that Turtle
Wax brand new-car wax (not their abrasive polish). Haven't used a polish
yet.
So this week when my bottle of Meguire's ran out, I bought some Mother's
"California Gold" Pure Carnauba Wax. (Step 3, nonabrasive). I didn't use
their Step 1 Cleaner or Step 2 Sealer as I didn't think I need them. I like
the company because they support regional VW shows with handouts,
advertising, and promotional stuff (very clever "do not touch" signs, etc.),
so thought I'd buy their product.
I'm disappointed, but don't know whether I've done something wrong, or
whether it's the product's fault. I followed directions carefully (I've
also done this a time or two) and buffed and rubbed everything by hand. The
finish is hazy, streaky, and instantly shows every fingerprint and touch.
The wax -- even thoroughly dried and wiped -- is soft and smudges easily.
I've never had this problem with Turtle Wax brand or Meguire's brand
products.
What are your observations? Can you recommend any good surface protection
for a show car that will keep rain beading and look good for a full season?
I'm in a hot Southern climate that still hits single digits in the
wintertime.
Bert Knupp
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