Car Wax vs Polish

Sahil · 1st May 2005, 00:06

Was confused what the difference is between a Wax and a Polish? I am coming back to bombay from the states in a few weeks so i wanted to pick up some products to enhance the shine of my cars. Specially my car which is black needs to have that extra shine factor to look good.But i am confused if i should buy car wax or car polish? Which one is better? Pros nd Cons? I usually get my cars polished every 5 months from outside professionals but i dont want to get it done now coz the rains r going to start soon which will ruin the polishing effect. Need something that i can maintain the shine even with the mumbai rains.
Was told about this brand called Mothers by a friend as a good polish/wax company....pls check out the link and advice which products r the best to go with...moreover Wax or Polish!

http://www.mothers.com/hotwheels/
http://www.autobarn.net/mot01116.html

mons_truck · 1st May 2005, 02:02

Hi,

Try Meguiars, I feel they have superior products. I use the [size=2]meguiars Gold class polish .[/size]
[size=2]I Also use the other products like Wax and Interiro detailer from Meguiars.[/size]
[size=2]After Ploishing you need to apply the wax coat to retain and protect the polish from external weather.[/size]
[size=2]http://www.meguiars.com[/size]
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[size=2][/size]

Rudra Sen · 1st May 2005, 12:54

Sahil, this may give you some idea. http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-spray-wax.html
You can ignore the name 'Optimum Car Wax'.

Try to get some good soft polishing cloth on your way back. I can buy off the full stock if you wish.

Revvmaster · 1st May 2005, 15:12

Sahil, all wax and polishing problems should have their topic heading always read like this:

Rudra: Car Polishing issues. Help!
Rudra: Black colour car, how to keep it clean? Help!
Rudra: My car doesn't look clean. What to do? Help!

etcetra etcetra etcetra

Revv

Rudra Sen · 2nd May 2005, 12:05

Ok, ok I got the picture Rev. I'll post one soon on this car/paint/body care issues.
Not a bible but an old man's view.

Sahil · 2nd May 2005, 12:11

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rudra Sen

Ok, ok I got the picture Rev. I'll post one soon on this car/paint/body care issues.
Not a bible but an old man's view.

Ya u should write a book on it soon ...For now i still dont know the diff btwn wax and polish!

Revvmaster · 2nd May 2005, 13:46

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rudra Sen

Ok, ok I got the picture Rev. I'll post one soon on this car/paint/body care issues.
Not a bible but an old man's view.

Haha.. my nagging really worked. Finally our man is gonna give us something to look forward to once again. I hail thee.

Revv

VIJAY KUMAR · 18th July 2006, 16:26

Eagle One "WET POLISH & WAX" IS THE SUITABLE PRODUCT FOR YOUR CAR TO DO IT YOURSELF. EASY TO USE. THE BRAND IS "EAGLE ONE" IS THE MARKETED BY "VALVOLINE CUMMINS LIMITED. www.valvolinecummins.com.

VIJAY

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sahil

Was confused what the difference is between a Wax and a Polish? I am coming back to bombay from the states in a few weeks so i wanted to pick up some products to enhance the shine of my cars. Specially my car which is black needs to have that extra shine factor to look good.But i am confused if i should buy car wax or car polish? Which one is better? Pros nd Cons? I usually get my cars polished every 5 months from outside professionals but i dont want to get it done now coz the rains r going to start soon which will ruin the polishing effect. Need something that i can maintain the shine even with the mumbai rains.
Was told about this brand called Mothers by a friend as a good polish/wax company....pls check out the link and advice which products r the best to go with...moreover Wax or Polish!

http://www.mothers.com/hotwheels/
http://www.autobarn.net/mot01116.html

VIJAY KUMAR · 18th July 2006, 17:27

A WAX IS A SUBSTANCE WHICH GIVES A SHINE FOR THE PAINT & A POLIST IS ONE WHICH REMOVES THE OXIDATION LAYER OF THE PAINT & ORIGINAL COLOR IS REJUVENATED. USE EAGLE ONE " WET POLISH & WAX" WHICH HAS GIVEN ME RESULTS

VIJAY

Quote:

Originally Posted by VIJAY KUMAR

Eagle One "WET POLISH & WAX" IS THE SUITABLE PRODUCT FOR YOUR CAR TO DO IT YOURSELF. EASY TO USE. THE BRAND IS "EAGLE ONE" IS THE MARKETED BY "VALVOLINE CUMMINS LIMITED. www.valvolinecummins.com.

VIJAY

Rudra Sen · 18th July 2006, 17:31

Eagle 1 has a great range but sedom you get them in the market.

@ VIJAY KUMAR. Since you're from Bangalore, kindly let us know where to get them.

1st May 2005, 00:06	#1
Sahil Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: May 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 6,356 Thanked: 8,057 Times	Car Wax vs Polish Was confused what the difference is between a Wax and a Polish? I am coming back to bombay from the states in a few weeks so i wanted to pick up some products to enhance the shine of my cars. Specially my car which is black needs to have that extra shine factor to look good.But i am confused if i should buy car wax or car polish? Which one is better? Pros nd Cons? I usually get my cars polished every 5 months from outside professionals but i dont want to get it done now coz the rains r going to start soon which will ruin the polishing effect. Need something that i can maintain the shine even with the mumbai rains. Was told about this brand called Mothers by a friend as a good polish/wax company....pls check out the link and advice which products r the best to go with...moreover Wax or Polish! http://www.mothers.com/hotwheels/ http://www.autobarn.net/mot01116.html
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1st May 2005, 02:02	#2
mons_truck Newbie Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Florida,Tamps /Bangalore Posts: 4 Thanked: 0 Times	Hi, Try Meguiars, I feel they have superior products. I use the [size=2]meguiars Gold class polish .[/size] [size=2]I Also use the other products like Wax and Interiro detailer from Meguiars.[/size] [size=2]After Ploishing you need to apply the wax coat to retain and protect the polish from external weather.[/size] [size=2]http://www.meguiars.com[/size] [size=2][/size] [size=2][/size]
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1st May 2005, 12:54	#3
Rudra Sen Team-BHP Support Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Bangalore Posts: 11,758 Thanked: 6,878 Times View My Garage	Sahil, this may give you some idea. http://www.autogeek.net/optimum-spray-wax.html You can ignore the name 'Optimum Car Wax'. Try to get some good soft polishing cloth on your way back. I can buy off the full stock if you wish.
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1st May 2005, 15:12	#4
Revvmaster Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 1,189 Thanked: 98 Times	Sahil, all wax and polishing problems should have their topic heading always read like this: Rudra: Car Polishing issues. Help! Rudra: Black colour car, how to keep it clean? Help! Rudra: My car doesn't look clean. What to do? Help! etcetra etcetra etcetra Revv
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2nd May 2005, 12:05	#5
Rudra Sen Team-BHP Support Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Bangalore Posts: 11,758 Thanked: 6,878 Times View My Garage	Ok, ok I got the picture Rev. I'll post one soon on this car/paint/body care issues. Not a bible but an old man's view.
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18th July 2006, 17:31	#10
Rudra Sen Team-BHP Support Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Bangalore Posts: 11,758 Thanked: 6,878 Times View My Garage	Eagle 1 has a great range but sedom you get them in the market. @ VIJAY KUMAR. Since you're from Bangalore, kindly let us know where to get them.
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