If you've never heard of Collinite 845 Wax, you owe it to yourself to try it!
09-25-2014, 03:22 PM
#921
Retired and loving it!
Thread Starter
You are going to seal in whatever is on the wheel, so you do want to start with a clean, smooth surface before applying 845. If the wheels are really dirty, I might try a wheel cleaning product first.
09-29-2014, 10:40 AM
#922
Quick question for you guys - I have a bed cover by American Truck Covers (one of the retractable metal lids). When I got it I was cautioned not to use car wax on it. However, I have used 845 on exterior black plastic on my truck with no ill effects. Do you think the 845 would work out ok on the black finish on the bed cover?
09-29-2014, 06:30 PM
#923
Senior Member
Quick question for you guys - I have a bed cover by American Truck Covers (one of the retractable metal lids). When I got it I was cautioned not to use car wax on it. However, I have used 845 on exterior black plastic on my truck with no ill effects. Do you think the 845 would work out ok on the black finish on the bed cover?
Weird does not make sense to me, how could a wax be harmful to painted metal?
Unless it is harmful to wax something powder coated and your top is powder coated????
Interesting will wait to see what folks say.
09-29-2014, 07:04 PM
#924
Retired and loving it!
Thread Starter
Quick question for you guys - I have a bed cover by American Truck Covers (one of the retractable metal lids). When I got it I was cautioned not to use car wax on it. However, I have used 845 on exterior black plastic on my truck with no ill effects. Do you think the 845 would work out ok on the black finish on the bed cover?
Perhaps trying it on a couple square inches first would be best.
09-29-2014, 08:09 PM
#925
Ok, I admit I did not read all 90 plus pages...I read approx 10 pages near the start and middle of this thread and am confused on steps.
1. wash
2 clay
3 ?
4 ?
Many wax then use 845 - thats what I did, but then others say 845... then wax.
No expert here, but if you wax over the 845... wouldn't it pretty much remove the 845??
thanks
1. wash
2 clay
3 ?
4 ?
Many wax then use 845 - thats what I did, but then others say 845... then wax.
No expert here, but if you wax over the 845... wouldn't it pretty much remove the 845??
thanks
09-29-2014, 08:15 PM
#926
Super Moderator
Ok, I admit I did not read all 90 plus pages...I read approx 10 pages near the start and middle of this thread and am confused on steps.
1. wash
2 clay
3 Polish
4 Collinite 845
Many wax then use 845 - thats what I did, but then others say 845... then wax.
No expert here, but if you wax over the 845... wouldn't it pretty much remove the 845??
thanks
1. wash
2 clay
3 Polish
4 Collinite 845
Many wax then use 845 - thats what I did, but then others say 845... then wax.
No expert here, but if you wax over the 845... wouldn't it pretty much remove the 845??
thanks
09-29-2014, 10:32 PM
#928
I did some looking @ collinite site and found some info.. sorry if it's been posted before?.....any of this info can be found Click here for link
This was quoted in there application spec...so those who put it on glass etc.. they recommend no
They are not recommending multiple layers of wax, but are saying to call for specific cure times if you do. To answer my own question about weather to wax 1st then use 845... they refer to all there waxes as a last step wax..to me that means don't wax on top of it
For dark colors they recommend 915... Then they say 476 is the best...better than 845
Also they claim a shelf life... I would only assume but maybe so people come back to buy more? Has anyone tried this after 5 years??
This was quoted in there application spec...so those who put it on glass etc.. they recommend no
NOT recommended for rubber, non-skid, black trim, vinyl, glass or non-painted plastic.
8. Can Collinite auto waxes be layered?
The durability of Collinite waxes means layering is not always necessary, but it continues to be a common practice among Collinite users who prefer extra-thorough coverage. Call us with specific questions about cure times in between applications
The durability of Collinite waxes means layering is not always necessary, but it continues to be a common practice among Collinite users who prefer extra-thorough coverage. Call us with specific questions about cure times in between applications
10. Which of your auto waxes provides the best shine? Longest protection?
For darker colors (black or navy blue) No. 915 provides the warmest, high gloss carnauba shine.
Longest protection-No.476s
For darker colors (black or navy blue) No. 915 provides the warmest, high gloss carnauba shine.
Longest protection-No.476s
22. What is the shelf life of your products?
Collinite pure waxes have a long shelf life (sometimes up to 5 years). The polishes and cleaners such as 920, 850 and 870 will last for 2-3 years on average. All products should avoid exposure to frozen temperatures.
Collinite pure waxes have a long shelf life (sometimes up to 5 years). The polishes and cleaners such as 920, 850 and 870 will last for 2-3 years on average. All products should avoid exposure to frozen temperatures.
09-30-2014, 08:46 AM
#929
Senior Member
In my experience, many don't read instructions. They use a product the way they want to use it, then talk about how wonderful it is.
I haven't yet bought 845, but planned on it. I can't imagine why I'd want to apply anything under or on top of it. I plan on washing the truck, claying the truck(first time I've ever used clay), then seeing if there is anything that I see on the truck that isn't ready to apply 845 to. If not, then I plan on applying one coat of 845.
I haven't yet bought 845, but planned on it. I can't imagine why I'd want to apply anything under or on top of it. I plan on washing the truck, claying the truck(first time I've ever used clay), then seeing if there is anything that I see on the truck that isn't ready to apply 845 to. If not, then I plan on applying one coat of 845.
09-30-2014, 08:59 AM
#930
Super Moderator
In my experience, many don't read instructions. They use a product the way they want to use it, then talk about how wonderful it is.
I haven't yet bought 845, but planned on it. I can't imagine why I'd want to apply anything under or on top of it. I plan on washing the truck, claying the truck(first time I've ever used clay), then seeing if there is anything that I see on the truck that isn't ready to apply 845 to. If not, then I plan on applying one coat of 845.
I haven't yet bought 845, but planned on it. I can't imagine why I'd want to apply anything under or on top of it. I plan on washing the truck, claying the truck(first time I've ever used clay), then seeing if there is anything that I see on the truck that isn't ready to apply 845 to. If not, then I plan on applying one coat of 845.