Can you skip step 3 "Synthetic Wax Protectant" and use your own wax instead. Or do I still have to use it then put my own wax over the kits wax.
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The 3 steps are just 3 different products from the 3M line that don't necessarily have to go with each other - 1) Compound 2)Polish) 3)Wax. Any step can be substituted by a comparable product.
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I used my own wax and everything seemed okay. I think you should be fine I used my own wax cause I didn't really like the finish the 3m left. I wanted a better shine.
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Hi Blanca: I have not used it yet but will let you know when I do. I have some wax that is not in a block but thinking of filling it ankle high. If you are the only one using it you can reuse the wax a few times.
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Yes. Step 3 is just wax. I ran through all 3 steps on my 2007 white car almost 2 years ago. Although white typically does not show the extreme results you would get from a dark or black painted car, the smoothness of the finish is still amazing from all 3 steps, and the shine and how clean the car always looks is amazing. I would do all 3 steps again to see the results I got (using the Mother's polishing ball made it easier on my hands).
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Everything you need is in the box. You don't need to use anything else either before or after........this wax in the box (final step of 4) is a liquid and it will, if really buffed goodand I use an old, fluffy robe, make your car shine like a glass mirror!!! Just do all the steps as instructed............... I LOVE THIS PRODUCT for my black 2002 pt crusier................fills in any scratches, sm dings but WEAR GLOVES and only use old, soft, material things like old socks etc because it is soooooo good it will TURN YOUR HANDS, EVERYTHING IT TOUCHES BLACK!! Jan.Rochester NY..........good luck
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As a polish, it is intended to come off. It is not a wax or protectant. A good coat of wax should follow the polishing step you use this product for.
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You would need to use a product to remove the oxidation. Wax will only cover it up until it dries. 3m makes a good line of products for this.
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You can use whatever wax you'd like, however if you're going to put the wax either straight into the warmer or put the plastic container into the warmer, I WOULD NOT recommend this. The plastic WILL melt. If you have some way to maybe put it into a tin and then into the warmer, you'll be alright.
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Yes, you can completely replace the wax step with the sealant. The sealant lasts longer too.
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It is eassy to use,take everything out including plastic bags, after everything is out place, the little rack on the bottom ,of the container and place some of the wax in .On mine I let it warm up until everything has melted ,after I low the temperature,before I place my hand in the wax I try the temperature and if it right I introduce my hand in ,turning and submerging it several times until is well cover ,you can do one hand first and after the other hand ,use a timer and set the timer for 15 minutes
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Colleen, Buy this kit it works great. Depending on what state the finish of your car is in, I might suggest you stop by an Auto store and get a liquid polish instead of a wax (the polish finish will last longer) and a couple of good polishing cloths. It's simple to use, but make sure you use a corded drill and not a battery powered drill as the battery power don't usually have the spin speed to maximize the operation.
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You dont have to strip the floor first, however if you have a lot of wax build-up the new wax "may" not adhere as well as it could. I have used it over multiple layers with no problem yet.
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This product is meant to be used with wax. You would burn yourself if there wasn't any wax in it.
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New or old, you'll be fine. This liquid wax is very forgiving... even if you get it on black trim. All you have to do is buff it out with a clean towel. It went on/ off easy and the results are great. It will help if you have a good base.... meaning you've cleaned off all other contaminants. I clayed and polished first and then used the liquid wax.
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like any wax you dont want to get it on any texture black plastic parts. If you do yo can use Goof Off to take it off and follow up with wiping 303 on it or some other protectant. The wax is long lasting but when taking it off you will get a good work out but the ending reults are nice and it will last.
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Jody. The compound is like a liquid sandpaper when you use it so it will take off your polish & wax layers to get your water spots out. You don't need anything else to take the wax off. After using the compound, you should follow that application with your wax then follow that with the polish to get a high shine on your vehicle. Have fun!
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It only has instructions on warming the wax. It doesn't tell you exactly how to wax. I watched tutorials online.
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I didn't buy this.After researching and talking to body shops, i ended up buying the Porter Cable.What i do is apply the wax with it, then wipe most of it off with a towel, then use it to buff. Belive me , you wont be sorry.