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Glad you drew the inspiration. Nice one.
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Yup - once you pointed it out, it had to be done! Looks much nicer now.
Cheers, Cliff
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It would be unnecessary. It's an unending story. If you would like to protect the Reload layer (which is a SiO2 coating) with 476s, then why not protect that layer of wax with another product? And why not protect that layer with another layer etc.etc.
Wax is a sacrificial layer, that will deteriorate when times goes by. By doing this it will prevent contaminants from penetrating and getting into the paint layer. Since wax is much easier (and safer) to remove and re-apply then a clear coat of paint, wax sacrifices itself so that the paint doesn't have to suffer. Reload has a similar function, except it's not really sacrificial. It will wear out over time, but it won't trap dust and other contaminants. I will also be harder and tougher then wax, but because the actual layer is more thin it will still wear almost as quick. Wax is usually about 2 to 5 microns thick. Reload will be about 1 or 2 microns thick. So, to give straight answers on your questions: Will it protect Reload: yes, kinda. Will it increase durability: in a way, yes. Will I be wasting time/product: yes. But the answer your not asking for is; the layer of wax will trap dirt and stuff over time. Resulting in a ''dirty'' layer on top of the clean Reload layer. So after (give or take) a few months, you'll need to remove and replace the layer of wax. And you are very likely to strip Reload at the same time you are removing the wax. So the Reload will be removed (because the wax needs to be replaced) before it even had a chance to do it's job. Wash the car, clay it (Reload works best on naked paint), perhaps give it a very light polish (just to remove any marring from the clay), then spray some Reload on a MF cloth and spread it with one cloth and wipe off with another (clean) MF cloth. When you've done the whole car you can (if you like to) do the car again to give it a second coat. It's just a matter of wipe on - wipe off. Easy as pie. When you're done, hope it will rain soon and enjoy the beads. p.s. remember to go easy with it. 2 sprays on a cloth is enough for the bonnet. It's very easy to use to much.
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Hi Vinnie,
Many thanks for taking the time to reply. What you're saying makes perfect sense - the wax will protect the sealant, but at the expense of a good clean finish (which rather defeats the object). So I will be giving it a go with the Reload, and will resist the temptation to plaster a coat of wax on top. I have to say though, this bit made me smile: Quote:
So your comment is closer to the truth than you realise. I think I'll risk getting the mat protectors dirty! Cheers, and thanks again for the reply, Cliff
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guilty as charged
I cant stand driving a dirty car. I sent about six hours cleaning my 75 then my Civic last Sunday.
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Amazon have this on offer if anyone uses it, I have bought a bottle to see if its any good http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B001050DO...986871_TE_item
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Lol, loving the level of protection on your floormats .
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You mention you intend to Ozone your interior
DO NOT DO THIS Ozone is a dangerous substance, It will deterioate rubber neoprene seals and leather and if you breathe it in it will dry clean your lungs or kill you if you have a big enough ozone generator. I use it to kill mould (one of the toughest lifeforms on the planet) Doc Quote:
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Ozone is a much used device in car detailing. I've done several cars with it, and I have used it heaps of times in my previous car (to test out how it works best with certain smells) and I have heard MANY horror-stories, but not 1 problem ever.
Nor have I ever heard of any other detailer who has ever had any problem with this stuff. The amount used by the device is very safe to use. But I do recommend to NOT sit in the car while the device is running! It has no effect on electric cables. Perhaps if you leave it in the car for 3 weeks on the highest setting, and repeat this every month orso, it could perhaps have some kind of effect. But it is perfectly safe. Nothing more then overrated horror-stories.
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