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Old Oct 1, 2023 | 05:58 AM
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Thumbs up 2023 Hand waxed her yesterday.





Hsve had her about 5 months and was getting tired of the smudges by the door handle. So a bath and a fill wax job was in order. I also waxed the rims due to be painted black.
 
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Old Oct 1, 2023 | 11:34 AM
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Full day project I assume.
 
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Old Oct 1, 2023 | 12:04 PM
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"Wax on... what was that second part again?"
 
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Old Oct 1, 2023 | 12:43 PM
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Originally Posted by mrmag00
Full day project I assume.
The one and only thing I don’t like about having a truck is how long it takes to detail. I just did mine this weekend and it’s pretty when it shines but damn does it take forever!

 
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Old Oct 1, 2023 | 01:24 PM
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The one and only thing I don’t like about having a truck is how long it takes to detail. I just did mine this weekend and it’s pretty when it shines but damn does it take forever!
Turtle wax Seal and Shine can be your best friend. Takes about 30 minutes to seal my trucks paint and it still looks like new. Clay bar once a year. Picture doesn't do the truck any justice.



 
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Old Oct 1, 2023 | 02:06 PM
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Looking forward to seeing the finished product.
 
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Old Oct 1, 2023 | 04:19 PM
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Looking forward to seeing the finished product.
Still garaged, didn’t go anywhere afterwards. I’ll get some tomorrow.

Thanks
 
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Old Oct 1, 2023 | 06:01 PM
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Originally Posted by FishOnOne
Turtle wax Seal and Shine can be your best friend. Takes about 30 minutes to seal my trucks paint and it still looks like new. Clay bar once a year. Picture doesn't do the truck any justice.


That has been my paint protection of choice too. Much easier, longer lasting, and durable than a traditional wax. Your truck is evidence that it works. The exterior wash, including applying the seal and shine, takes me 3+ hours.
 
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Old Oct 1, 2023 | 06:34 PM
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Originally Posted by FishOnOne
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Looking forward to seeing the finished product.
Originally Posted by 4wd6.7L
That has been my paint protection of choice too. Much easier, longer lasting, and durable than a traditional wax. Your truck is evidence that it works. The exterior wash, including applying the seal and shine, takes me 3+ hours.

is this the product?









I haven’t used anything other than carnauba wash/wax on my new truck and would like to find something good to use. One review I saw on the turtle wax seal n shine was that it’s a great durable coating but can be streaky on darker paints if you’re not careful.






 
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Old Oct 1, 2023 | 07:51 PM
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I haven't used a "wax" in over 30 years. I was taught that paint needs to breathe. I use a "glaze" meguiers brand . it's definitely not a long lasting but in my opinion the paint keeps a deep look

her are a couple pics of my other vehicles that have been glazed
2005 f150. Never waxed


and my 1956 ford f100. The paint was sprayed in December 1993 so almost 30 years! It's never been touched up and still looks fantastic. Again never waxed


 
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Old Oct 1, 2023 | 08:45 PM
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Originally Posted by FishOnOne
Turtle wax Seal and Shine can be your best friend. Takes about 30 minutes to seal my trucks paint and it still looks like new. Clay bar once a year. Picture doesn't do the truck any justice.
I really like their Hybrid Solutions Ceramic Spray. Incredible shine and water beading. Simple and quick to apply.
 
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Old Oct 1, 2023 | 08:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Rwhjr
is this the product?









I haven’t used anything other than carnauba wash/wax on my new truck and would like to find something good to use. One review I saw on the turtle wax seal n shine was that it’s a great durable coating but can be streaky on darker paints if you’re not careful.




That's it... Don't own any black vehicles, but if it leaves any streaks, just simply wipe a wet micro fiber towel over them and then wipe to polish.
 
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Old Oct 1, 2023 | 08:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Monoman67
I really like their Hybrid Solutions Ceramic Spray. Incredible shine and water beading. Simple and quick to apply.
I have their ceramic and graphine spray and keep going back to the Seal and Shine.
 
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Originally Posted by Rwhjr

One review I saw on the turtle wax seal n shine was that it’s a great durable coating but can be streaky on darker paints if you’re not careful.




I have been using it for some time now and could see that being more noticeable on black. I think it mostly comes from over applying it (using too much) and isn't unique to the TW sealant. It only takes a small amount to cover an entire panel. I've also heard humidity can have an effect on it. I haven't tried the damp towel method for streak removal, I believe that might be noted in the instructions and I hear it works.
 
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Old Oct 2, 2023 | 05:51 AM
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Originally Posted by FishOnOne
I have their ceramic and graphine spray and keep going back to the Seal and Shine.
How long does a bottle last you on a Super Duty? On these big trucks, it seems like you would only get about one treatment per bottle (16 oz)?
 
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