WAX ON WAX OFF
 

I didn’t see a car care section so I’m posting this here. :shrug01:

What kind of wax do you all use? I’m always looking for a new product or something that really works and last longer then two weeks.

It’s really hard for me to get a great shine so if you know of any special secrets please share. :bigear:

I've been using Rejex lately and like it a lot. But one problem for us Floridians is that the instructions say not to apply it if temps are above 85 degrees....

But this is more of a polish or "shine enhancer" rather than a wax.

I use a lot of online product "boutique" from some of the car care forums such as:

http://www.detailcity.org/forums/



http://www.properautocare.com/menzer...FQZ-NAodh0yr9w

http://www.poorboysworld.com/

I start with a good car wash product, polish if I need to buff out scratches or spider webs, apply a good sealant such as Menzerna FMJ, and 24 hours later a coat of Poorboys "Natty's Blue" carnauba wax. Hard to get a better shine and it should last about two months +-. Spritz with a spray wax after washing and your wax will last even longer..................Tom

Myself personally I use Adams products. Earlier this year I had my black Z06 parked at a friends new construction and his sprinkler came on hitting the side of my car. It was in the sun and 1/2 an hour. later I took the car home and immediately washed it but those damn spots wouldn't go away. I tried wax, everything, but nothing worked. I emailed Sal Zaino, Adams, and Autogeek. Zaino suggested that I use some abrasive product he sold, Autogeek never responded, but I got a email from Adam Pitale telling me of a special water spot removing product he had. He said he doesn't advertise it because the instructions needed to be followed exactly, but he was willing to sell me a small bottle. We communicated a few times and I ordered a bottle for twelve dollars. Well let me tell ya, a few days later I recieved a big box from Adam, it was a product he sells called "Absolute Essentials Kit". This product sells for $129.00. It had all his products, Butter Wax, Ph-neutral Car Wash Soap, Clay Bar, Detail Spray, VRT, Revive Polish, Scratch & Swirl Remover, two microfiber towels, applicator pads, and detail sponges, and one plush wash pad, plus a great bucket. I guess he is very genereous when it comes to giving products away, as the end result for him is great advertising like my response here. His products are absolutely great and easy to use. I have talked to Adam many times both in emails and on the phone, and he is a great person to deal with. I have never seen a shine like I get with Adams products. I am very anal when it comes to my cars, I wouldn't hesitate recommending Adam, or any of his products, not because he gave me a bunch of stuff for free, but because they work. Trust me you will not be disappointed, and if you are he will refund your money no questions asked. I also use a Porter Cable 7424 buffer, absolutely harmless for your paint. The pictures below are reflections of me in my hood after I used his produts to get rid of my water spots. Great stuff, great guy, visit him at http://www.adamspolishes.com/index.cfm He would make a great vendor to have here.

http://www.corvetteflorida.com/photo...am_vette_8.JPG

http://www.corvetteflorida.com/photo...am_vette_9.JPG

DAMN! Nytro that is about as perfect mirror finish as I have every laid eyes on!

Recently I tried Adam's Polishes and I'll never switch back. I've bought gallons of his stuff! At first I bought the Absolute Essentials kit which includes:

1.Car Wash
2. Wash Pad
3. Clay Bar
4. Detail Spray
5. VRT (Vinyl Rubber & Tire dressing)
6. Swirl & Haze Romover
7. Revive Polish
8. Butter Wax
9.Three Microfiber Polishing towels
10.Three Microfiber Applicator pads
11. Three Detail Sponges
12. Microfiber Drying Towel
13. 4.25 Gallon Bucket w/ Spin-off Lid
14. Instructional DVD
15. 1/2 Gallon Refill of Detail Spray
16. 12 oz Leather Conditioner
17. 16oz Brilliant Spray Glaze
18. Refill Funnel

I love all the products and they are so easy to use. I clay bar the Z once every six months or so. I wash it once every 2 weeks maybe and it stays looking sharp. The guy has the best customer service around. He guarantees his products 110%. Don't like it, get a refund plus 10%. He gives his cell phone number out for customer use. The only time he doesn't answer is when he's with a customer.

Sorry for the hard sell, but I really believe in this guys products.

I noticed Nytro beat me to the punch! I was even going to mention trying to get Adam as a vendor here. He also gives a 10% discount for being a Z06Vette.com or Digital Corvettes member.

TK, I'll have all my products at the show on Saturday if you want to try them. Oh, and not only are they easy to use, they smell great! The detail spray smells like candy! Probably an aphrodisiac in there. :hehehe:

Madn3ss,

Did you ever try Zaino products, and if so, how did they compare? I have been using Zaino for a few years with no complaints, but I am getting ready to claybar the '01 again and lay down a base of whatever. If there is something out there that is better than what I am using would love to know now.

Thanks
Rich

Rich, I'm not Madn3ss but I will chime in here. When I bought my Z in 2000 I used Zaino's cause everyone said it was the best. Up to that point I had always used Liquid Glass. Zaino's is a very good product and Sal offers good customes assistance, but I believe that Adams is better. I never liked mixing the Z2 and ZFX, and I had a couple of ZFX's dry up on me before I used them, Sal offered to replace them free of charge but I never took him up on his offer. I spent my whole life working at new car dealers so I know what customer assistance and satisfaction is, and no one, I mean no one is more dedicated to customer satisfaction than Adam Pitale. He is the best. Sal Zaino's products are excellent and so are Adams and them some. Adams Butter Wax is easy on and easy off and chines, chines, chines. Even his tire black is a cut above, a nice finish but not real glossy and phoney looking.

Rich, I haven't used Zaino products before so I can't say. Most people that I've talked to that have used Zaino generally have no complaints.

In dealing with them a few times though, I'm sure Adam's customer service outshines the competition. Pun intended. You won't be sorry for trying Adam's either way.

Here's his contact info that he freely gives out.

Adam Pitale
Founder / Adam's Polishes
310-344-4290 - Cell
adam@adamspolishes.com
www.adamspolishes.com

Nytro, don't know if you saw this or not, but Adam had to change the name of his wax to "Buttery" wax. Here's the explanation from Z06Vette.

Nytro, thanks for the information. When I said I had no complaints about Zaino, I meant the performance of their products. I also am not thrilled with mixing Z2 with ZFX. I try to proportion it out so that I only mix what I am going to use and then I don't have it going bad on me. But I don't like the mixing part. I'll take a look at Adams site and maybe give his stuff a try. I use Zaino on the '01 and Liquid Glass on the '69. After redoing the shine on the '01 I was just going to strip the '69 and convert it to Zaino. But maybe I'll wait and compare the Adams with the Z.

Thanks for the info guys!

Nytro,

That pic looks AWESOME! The should use your photo for advertising. The only problem there is most people wont believe that’s a car….. they’ll thinks it’s a mirror. :yesnod:

Thanks for the info all. I’m going to give Adams a try. :yesnod:

Thanks King, the only thing wrong with that picture is that I'm in it.

Rich, I'm not sure how far Ft. Meyers is from Valrico, but if you want to drive that beast here you are more than welcome to use my garage and Adams products to detail the car. You just might have to clean up my drool though. I use to use and sell Liquid Glass, it is a very good product and doesn't stain the rubber or plastic, but Adams I believe is far better. Hell I don't even use soap when I wash the car anymore, just cool water and after six months it still beads up and runs off. True the car is a garage queen but the polish is still there.

Jeff

Ok, now you guys have my attention. I"ve been a Zaino user for a long time. The husband uses Meguires NXT but I'm checking out the Adams's site and will give it a try when I'm ready to re-do the vette. Great photo Nytro!

Jeff, thanks for the offer, but my Corvettes are not in Ft. Myers yet. I built my retirement house a little early to take advantage of the interest rates when they were down a few years ago. I am still in Maryland, damn it, at the moment, but come down to Ft. Myers every 6 to 8 weeks or so. When we come down for the Christmas holidays, I am bringing the '01 vert down and leaving it in Ft. Myers. That way I won't have to rent a car when I come down and I'll have one of the Vettes there. I will be moving down permanently sometime next year.

I also am not sure how far Valrico is from Ft. Myers, in fact I have no clue what direction Valrico is in. But, I am about 1 1/2 hours west of Ft. Lauderdale and about 2 hours sout of Tampa, if that helps you.

I did take a look at the Adams site and was very impressed with the spectrum of products that he sells. As I start to get my garage ready for the the Corvettes, I will need to get stocked with something. I plan to email Adam to get a little information from him.

Thanks again for the offer.

Rich

Y W Rich, I didn't realize that you weren't here in Fla. Ya, you are south of me, Valrico is about 10 minutes east of Tampa.

When you email Adam tell him Nytro (Jeff) sent you. If you decide to buy anything tell him you are a member of Z06vette.com and you will get a 10% discount.

I have a black '95 coupe and use ICE by Turtle wax, it is a clear polish and does not dry white or powdery. Easy to apply and buff off with cotton cloth. I use Meguiars detail spray to keep it shinny and black afterwards.I live on a dirt road and need all the help I can get. It seems that the Vettes makeup attracts dust like a magnet.

Cmanhome in Green Cove Springs, Florida.

Auto Detailing Products
 

Hello Guys,

I am glad that some of you are pleased with our Flash products. For other members that dont know me, my name is Joe Carollo. My wife Kellie and I own and operate Flash Distributors in Largo, Florida. We are Corvette owners and belong to a local Corvette association in Largo, Florida. We started out as an auto detail product distributor in 1998 but we now manufacture 90 percent of our automotive detailing products. We distribute waxes and compounds for Malco products. They manufacture the famous Flash Liquid Paste Wax and many top quality compounds, glazes and waxes.

Although we are not a nationally known company, we use only the best raw materials to blend our products. We have created state of the art formulas. We manufacture our own Tire shine, leather conditioner, spray wax, wheel cleaners, car wash & wax soaps, glass cleaners & interior & carpet cleaners and much more. We also carry interior aerosol leather, plastic, vinyl & carpet dyes in OEM colors.

We are so confident that our products work so well that we have tested them against almost every national chemical manufacturer, and have surpassed them in quality, performance and price. I also have extensive auto detailing experience, so if you have any questions pertaining to paint defects, wheels etc. feel free to email me. If you live in the Tampa Bay area, I invite you to come in and check out our store in Largo, or you can order from our website www.flashwax.com. Our products are safe for your vehicle, easy-to-use and will provide outstanding performance. Thanks very much for the introduction.

I rock it. I've had my kit since the UVP and I'm already going to be ordering more Aqua Gloss and Brown Royal soon.. I've done my vette, my DD Cavi, and my dads truck with it all this week.

I'm never using any other products again :thumbsup:

Follow up!
 

:wavey: I'm a Zaino user, and like many others got it based on word of mouth. I'm looking at trying something different, rather than settling for the shine I have without trying others first.
Now... there was a post on this thread, where Nytro took a pic of his Vette after using Adams and WOW!!!
Also, there were other posts, where MADN3SS and others chimed in on Adams and other like products.

***My questions are... Are ya's still happy with the service, the product, etc.?
Did anyone else who may have been using other products switch to Adams, or another product since then and notice a difference?

What about the "Flash Wax" advertised here on this forum. Anyone using it
That may or may not have been using other products before?
How well does it apply in the FL. heat?
I'm wondering if "Flash Wax" may be a "Diamond in the Ruff". Just waiting for people to make it as well known as the other top brands.? Or is already, and I just haven't heard of it till joining this forum?
Is their (Flash Wax) customer service as good as Adams? Sounds like Adams "CS" would be hard to beat, according to some of the previous posts on this thread.!
I know, there's a lot of questions coming at ya's after a hard day at the job!!!
I Really do appreciate those of you who'll give me feedback!:thumbsup:

~Ray

What a TRIP!!!
 

I started posting to this thread at around 5pm, but was pulled away several times. When I finally posted, I noticed that Mekanic posted his experience with "Flash Wax". OMEN???

I have ESPN.

Flash wax is awesome. The people that own it are great. It works just fine in the florida sun because they make it in the florida sun!

You saw my truck, I havn't even waxed it yet, just washed and used their wheel cleaner and aqua gloss, aqua gloss is their tire shine, that you can also use on everything not glass.

I did all the plastic trim on the truck, as well as the dash and door panels with their tire shine...

Also.... It only takes about 2 hours to do all of it...vs. Zaino and its 4 day application.... and their kit costs $25.00... although I recommend adding the extra $$ for their wax and leather conditioner. So all in all youll be under $50 for the whole kit.

Meguiars 3 Part System here - no complaints except for the sore muscles afterward.

I have been using IBIZ for the last 14 months. I use a Porter Cable 7424. I used this wax on my C5 and C6. The add says last 6 months. It only takes about an hour to do a vette so I wax every couple of months. The product does attract trophies!:dancer01:

Ynke,

As you can see this thread has been going on for a while. Based on Nytro's recommendation, and of course the picture of his hood, I emailed Adams and told him that I was a long time Zaino user but had a recommendation from a fellow Vette owner to try his product. When I looked at his web site, he had a ton of products and they were not cheap. So before I jumped off that bridge I asked them to recommend a couple items in their line that I could buy and then compare to Zaino. I wanted to do this before dropping a few hundred bucks on their line without ever using it myself. Unfortunately, I never got a response back from Adam. So, at the moment, I am still using my Zaino and am happy with their products.

That's very surprising that you didn't get a response back from Adam. I emailed him the other day and told him how much I love his products. I was interested in buying a t-shirt to promote his business a little more, but he does not sell them on the site. I guess he had a couple laying around because he sent me one, free.

I'd say him not getting back to you is an anomoly. He actively gives out his cell phone number and the only time he doesn't answer is if he's with a customer.

Scott

:hmm: Guessing he was with another client?:hehehe:

MADN3SS: Does he return the calls that he may have missed, while he was with another client?:thinkin:

Hello Guys,

I noticed that some of you have a few questions about our products. I would just like to add that we formulate our products for the area that we live in. Our Grape Gloss Spray wax is so concentrated that it is 3 times stronger than most spray waxes that are on the market. Many national companies will make a spray wax the same for the entire country. They do not take into account that where we live in Florida, the UV rays are very strong. Most spray waxes do work well but are generally a cleaner and gloss enhancer. They do not protect as well as our Grape Gloss. Our Grape Gloss Spray wax contains a Polymer and Carnauba blend. Therefore it will clean, protect and last a long time. I have tool that can test the amount of wax or the solids of a cleaner in a product. We call it the truth stick.We show our customers this test and they see it with thier own eyes.We tested our Grape Gloss on a rough marble stone surface and it beaded up for 2 months in the Florida sun.


Our customer service is excellent. We dont sell you a product and forget about you. We are very passionate about our products and our Corvettes. If you ever have a problem with any of our products, we will correct it ASAP. We dont get any returns on our products or unsatisfied customers. All of our products are very concentrated. We dont sell water, we sell product. Our prices are very reasonable because we are the manufacturer. We are not looking to make a thousand percent profit on our products like some companies. It is not always true that if a product costs alot of money, it has to be the best. Its all in the Formula. If you have any questions about any of our products, feel free to call or email me. If you live in or around Largo, feel free to stop in our store and my wife or I will give you some free samples of our products. If you have an extra picture of your Corvette, we would love to post it in our store. Thanks very much.


Joe Carollo- Flashman

www.flashwax.com

I've only called him once. I usually email so he can answer whenever.

Here are a few examples of how he runs his business. Zaino's products may be just as good, but I just don't see him doing stuff like this.

Check out post #14. A guy couldn't get water spots off his back window and Adam sent him some stuff to help get it off, free.
http://www.z06vette.com/forums/showthread.php?t=103730

Adam had a giveaway in October for a huge detail kit with a Porter Cable polisher. $350 worth. He then gave away stuff to 3 runner ups.
http://www.z06vette.com/forums/showthread.php?t=103500

He invited all Z06Vette.com members to his house in Carlisle, PA for a BBQ during Corvettes at Carlisle.
http://www.z06vette.com/forums/showthread.php?t=101380

Hey Rich, am I allowed to post stuff from Z06Vette? :lmao:

Well, I dunno....... Are you an admin there? :rofl1:

I might be soliticing members for them. Ivo is now moderator over there. I've also been meaning to sign up with digital corvettes since Shadow and I had that conversation with Dave. Can't we just get along. :)

Rich, I am not surprized that you haven't heard from Adam. To be honest he is always extremely busy traveling and promoting his products, to the point of being ridiculous. I would either email him again or contact Heather if you have a particular question you would like an answer for.

Heather Reynolds VP of Operations Heather@adamspolishes.com
Woody Mestas West Coast Shipping Manager Woody@adamspolishes.com
Aaron Swift East Coast Shipping Manager Aaron@adamspolishes.com
Rob White Detailing Technical Support Rob@adamspolishes.com
Adam Pitale President / Founder Adam@adamspolishes.com

To be quite honest I don't find his products any more expensive that Sal Zainos. You get what you pay for. I personally would recommend you try the Buttery Wax at $15.95 and maybe a bottle of Detail Spray at $9.95. You can't lose. If you buy it and for any reason you don't like it he WILL refund your money no questions asked. You spend $50.00, the product doesn't meet your expectations you will get back $55.00. You risk nothing. In looking at the condition of your cars you are not looking to restore your paint, you just want a nice shine and protection. Apply his products with an applicator which I'm sure you have, use either a microfiber towell to remove it or a white good quality cotton towel and sit back in awe.

I have not used Flash Wax so I can render no opinion on quality or service, I'm sure it is a good product with good service.

This is from Adams website;

Absolute Satisfaction is our goal, which is why I guarantee all our products and customer service with a 110% Unconditional Lifetime Guarantee. If you are dissatisfied with your experience with Adam's in any way, we will refund your purchase price, plus 10%, without hassle. If your experience is less than exceptional, I will personally see to it that we make it right, or issue you an immediate refund. Thanks for your business! Adam Pitale, Founder & Chief Detailer


Rich, I have sent Adam an email referring him to this thread telling him you would like to contact him.

Jeff

:lmao: :rofl1: :rofl1:
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Alrighty then......I really appreciate the feedback:thumbsup:!
And though i'm sure Adams products are The Bomb, I do believe i'm going to go with the FLASH WAX this time around. Why? because They are a forum member, they advertise on this site and I figure why not give'em a shot.
If our Vette's melt or blow up, i'll let ya's know!:lmao:

Thanks Again y'all,:thumbsup:

~Ray

dooo eeet! That way when I start spewing how great I think their stuff if I'll have some backup! :thumbsup:

:lmao:
I shot them an email and Flash Man a PM a while ago, so we'll see!

Jeff/A.K.A Nytro,

I want to thank you for sending Adam an email. I got a call from him a couple hours ago and he was very apologetic about the missed email. Not sure exactly what happened because Adam still had my email and his computer shows that he sent a response back to me, but I never received it. I guess it is flying around somewhere in cyber space!

I agree Zaino is not cheap, I think the first purchase I made with them was about $80. What I meant about Adam's stuff not being cheap is that he has some rather large packages that runs into the hundreds of dollars. I was not suggesting that it was more expensive than Sal Zaino's stuff. In fact, I am intrigued with some of the items that Adams has. This may sound crazy, but the bucket with the dollies under it really makes sense to me. I am always kneeling down or crouching to get to rockers, or wheels and at my age there is not a lot of cartilage left in the knees. So, that item really strikes a cord with me. But I just did not want to jump into a large package without trying a few small items first. I know the performance I get with Zaino, I would like to see that the Adam's stuff out performs it before making that plunge.

The funny thing is that Adam, although he is from southern California, also has a place in Carlisle, Pa. He is heading down this evening to Parkton, Maryland to meet two of his salesmen. Parkton is only 15 minutes or so from my house. Adam is going to try to stop by either this evening or tomorrow just to BS with me and maybe a brew. I was amazed that he was willing to try to squeeze in some time to talk with his busy schedule. He is flying out of Baltimore tomorrow and headed back to California. He sounds like a great guy and I'll let you know if we are able to hook up.

But thanks for stepping in and helping me out with the connection!

Rich

Guys, I am overwhelmed! I got a call about 6:30 this evening from Adam Pitale from Adam's Premium Car Care Products to let me know that he would be at my house in 15 minutes. Adam delayed a dinner engagement with his two area salesmen and came to show me some of his products. What I did not expect is that Adam walked into my garage with a bucket of products, which I am not even sure yet what is all in there. He looked at my '01 and my '69 and gave me some recommendations. I knew his time was short, but he seemed more concerned about me and my cars than he was about his business dinner. I showed him two minor scratches on the rear fender of the '01 (this was a mystery issue that I noticed after my trip to Florida in August). He immediately opened up my bucket grabbed two products, took the blemishes out, and buffed the spot by hand. Problem gone!

He also notice that I had a box of old cotton towels and he asked whether I used them on the car. I said sure, they are 100% cotton and they work well. He went back out to his truck and got a handful of additional towels (microfiber/cotton maybe). As he was leaving, I asked him what I owed him and he said Merry Christmas.

All I can say is if his products are half as good as Adam was with me tonight my Zaino is for sale!

I told Adam that he should look into become a site sponsor and he told me that he was already looking into it. So hopefully his products will be more readily available to everyone on the site.

Great experience, to say the least! Thanks Nytro!