Wax for spyder F3

[Stevew]

Hello,
Tried using the search function but no help. What wax are people using on their spyders?
thanks
Steve

 

[blacklightning]

Hello,
Tried using the search function but no help. What wax are people using on their spyders?
thanks
Steve

I think you will get different answers from everyone. But I did a C.QUARTZ Ceramic quartz paint protection treatment on mine. So far, I am very impressed. From the instructions, it is like doing another clearcoat on your current paint. It is supposed to last from 2-5 years. With me keeping it garaged when I am not riding, I think that can easily be done. Considering I used to just use Macquires and it would last 1-2 years. Here is a shot of the rear panel that I did on my F3T.

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[JP58]

I use Topcoat F11. You can use it on everything. Makes the dull parts look new again. Paint shines nice. 1-2 ounces covers whole bike. Last about 6 months. Depends how much you wash your bike.

 

[Pirate looks at --]

Not as exotic as the others but Lamonsters Black Diamond Detailer works really well. Spray it on and wipe it off!

 

[Rattlebars]

I use Rejex for the final wax with 3M 05997 hand glaze under it.

>3M 05997<
>Rejex<

Here's my gold wing before and after the wash an PC of the rack.

 

[Stevew]

Thanks for the replies. I see it’s whatever you like.

Steve

 

[Navydad]

Turtle wax ICE spray wax. It's quick, I want to ride not wax and it shines and protects very well.

 

[Joel The Biker]

Another vote for Turtle wax ICE spray. It has the same ingredients as Topcoat F11, but is much less money and they add carnauba wax to the mix. Read the MSDS for each and see what your getting. They both work very well for short term shine. I use Mothers carnauba paste wax for longer lasting shine (2-3 months).

 

[Road-Kill]

If your F3 has a matt finish …..STAY AWAY FROM WAX!

Hello,
Tried using the search function but no help. What wax are people using on their spyders?
thanks
Steve

 

[JP58]

Another vote for Turtle wax ICE spray. It has the same ingredients as Topcoat F11, but is much less money and they add carnauba wax to the mix. Read the MSDS for each and see what your getting. They both work very well for short term shine. I use Mothers carnauba paste wax for longer lasting shine (2-3 months).

Can you use it on the Matt black surface and the windshield and frame ect. With carnauba wax in it.

 

[Navydad]

Can you use it on the Matt black surface and the windshield and frame ect. With carnauba wax in it.

I use it on everything. You can and should test it on a small area to make sure you like it.

 

[GaryinWI]

Another vote for Turtle Wax ICE. Spray on easy to apply and it does not leave any white residue. Works nicely on carbon fiber surfaces.

 

[Jarred]

Turtle Wax Ice is really cheap (about $6) and does a fantastic job. I use that and Black Diamond. Best shine I’ve had is when I wiped it down w Turtle Wax Ice liquid detailer, then used Black Diamond on top of that. Couldn’t believe how shiny it was, looked awesome. So now I use Ice frequently, and Black Diamond about once a month. My wife has hijacked my Black Diamond and used it on my entire kitchen. She loves it. I’ve also used Black Diamond on my windshield, visor, glasses and iPhone & iPad. That stuff is just amazing. Hoping for a Holiday sale soon so I can order a case. I was gonna buy F-111 but a friend told me he got same results w Black Diamond, but I may try the ceramic stuff soon.

 

[GaryinWI]

And ICE does not dry with a white residue making it perfect for carbon fiber.

 

[RICZ]

For a quickie shine, I was using ICE spray detailer for years. Then a couple years ago, I went to a car event and happened to park next to Griot's Garage booth. I kidded the guy that he can use my car for demo-ing their products. Then he walks over and sprays half the hood with their Best of Show Detailer and lightly buffs with a very fluffy microfiber cloth. I had recently applied ICE detailer, but the side he did was waaaay slicker. I bought some and haven't looked back. I am very OCD about my vehicles' finishes and have tried many products. I liked the ICE stuff for years, but now my wax of choice is Meguiar's #26 Yellow paste wax. You can use the black surfaces as a shaving mirror.

 

[AY4B]

I got some F11 and really like it. EZ to put on too. Kind of expensive though.