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  1. glob1971

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    #1 glob1971, Sep 10, 2016
    My detailer (Swisswax) is proposing me to apply a crystal rock wax on a fully wrapped car (suntech) for almost 150$. I am little bit surprised to apply wax on a protective film and its benefits reason of those questions :

    - A does it make sense ?
    - does it last ?
    - is it making the car (film...) nicer ?
    - is it something you recommend me to do ?
    - or should I save 150$ ?

    Thanks in advance.
     
  2. Bob in Texas

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    #2 Bob in Texas, Sep 10, 2016
    There was a similar question. Scroll down 35 threads. It talks about xpel, but Sumtek and expel are both PPF's. Xpel recommends a coating periodically. The thinking on the below thread was a synthetic coating vs. a carnauba. Not sure what crystal rock is.

    Until I read that thread I was using a carnauba but recently switched to a synthetic and it is actually better as far as I can tell. Plus there is no wax left on the PPF edges.


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  3. glob1971

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    #3 glob1971, Sep 10, 2016


    Sorry I missed this thread, I went through the posts and I have some answers. Very big thanks for letting me know.
     
  4. Jean-Claude

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    #4 Jean-Claude, Nov 20, 2016
    I love Swissvax Crystal Rock over PPF, paint and also Modesta coatings from time to time. It performs very well for a carnauba wax but I think part of what makes it special is the application method. It's as much a treat to work with as it is to live with.

    I would encourage you to snag up a jar. Sure, it's $1500USD but it will last you many years and you can get the full experience out of owning it.
     
  5. JaguarXJ6

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    #5 JaguarXJ6, Nov 21, 2016
    It's a coating. Ceramics are the best now unless you want to wash off something very temporary for "the experience." If you want an experience spend it on your girlfriend instead; just one man's opinion. Films do require some top cost for longevity and water shedding properties along with booting UV protection.
     
  6. RedguardAutospa

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    #6 RedguardAutospa, Nov 21, 2016
    Will the Wax have any benefit to your PPF?
    Not enough.

    A Polymer sealant would be better or a Ceramic based Product.

    While the PPF has a larger micron count it can suffer against chemical abrasion such as strong alkalies and acids which can be found throughout regular life (Bird mess, Bug Splatter).

    While a ceramic would be to most solid option it would also be unnecessary.

    A recommended option would be to have something such as Gyeon Q2 Coat in a Can applied (6 month Sio2) which will increase gloss, increase fallout and chemical resistance, strong UV defence and not be wasting money on unneeded product use.

    While Crystal Rock is a superb wax its not the Best option for your car.
     

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