So, I just purchased a wax kit for black cars made by turtle wax. I was wondering if there was a temperature at which and a condition that I should strive for when waxing. I've waxed during the summer and there doesn't seem to be a problem as long as it's not in direct sunlight or sweltering. But I think my wax needs redone to help protect it from the winter at this point.

My question is, as it is winter and all- is it okay for me to attempt to use a wax product at a lower temperature or will it have some disasterous effect (so as long as it's above freezing)?

Thanks guys. Trying to give my car some more protection against the elements.

 

That wax isn't the best, it has a dye in it for black cars, but once you wash the car a couple of times it will start to fade and your scratches will show up again.

But just don't do direct sunlight. I shoot for 60° cloudy days

 

Yeah I noticed the package mentioned dyes. I'm sure it isn't going to hurt my car though, atleast I'm hoping it doesn't react with the clearcoat in an odd way. They say it's always best to go traditional when you don't know, for sure but I think I'll give it a try.

About temperature, probably won't be able to do 60 and above, just because it's winter in Ohio right now. I might be able to borrow a friends garage though, possibly. Or I could just pull the formula out but.. I really don't want to do that.

Thanks for your help again haha.

 

I think as long as you don't wax in direct sun light, and your car is not 100 degrees, or freezing, you are fine.

 

chibi you said that you use an orbital buffer/polisher, just wondering which one that you use? it seem like a lot faster and easier way to wax. is there any risk involved, or does it actually remove scratches?

 

if ur using a high powered buffer you could burn the paint if u leave it one spot too long but they work great, i use mine once a year

 

Yes a high speed buffer will take out scratches because it heats up the paint, but as mentioned heat the paint up to much and it will burn the paint. Provided that your using a compound and not a polish.

Im trying to start my own busness Detailing so i use my buffer quite often. Not only that but i use my buffer to waxing to. Its a buff on buff off menthod.

As for temputure, read the back of the bottle most products say use in a shaded area.

Any other question just ask

 

I just got a regular ol' random orbital at wal-mart. It's small, but works well for large areas.

Though I still do a lot of hand-waxing too

 

I prefer my tennis elbow I get.