Long lasting wax?

Discussion in 'Materials' started by Cjmac, Jul 14, 2018.

  1. Cjmac
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    Cjmac Junior Member

    So I've tried meguries flagship wax it last for a little while . But I'm looking for something that will last a long time . . Boat it a 21 ft , saltwater use . Would I be better off with a liquid pure carnauba wax from meguries ? Westmarine has there own brand . A lot of people say they like it . How log will it last is the question . Will paste wax or liquid matter ? I'm not to worried about the shine. I don't mind the white being a little dull . It helps with my sensitive eyes . I just want a long lasting wax that will help keep off the fish blood and guts ..
     
  2. ondarvr
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    ondarvr Senior Member

    Carnuba waxs are almost worthless in a marine environment.

    I NEVER wax boats, but it seems Colonite gets good reviews.
     
  3. Cjmac
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    Cjmac Junior Member

    I never did either , but it's getting old and everything likes sticking to it . And it will chalk if not done.. like last time
     
  4. Rick hambric
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    Rick hambric Junior Member

    I’ve had good success with the 3m marine ultra wax. I always use a hard wax 2x a year, and when I use my foam cannon to wash my boat down after I use it, I always add a squirt of 3m marine wax as well. Keeps her looking good!
     
  5. Cjmac
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    Cjmac Junior Member

    Always wondered about the 3m stuff. Can it be used in direct sun . I don't have a cover to work under .. also can a past wax be used on a buffer ? Guess it would work
     

  6. Rick hambric
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    Rick hambric Junior Member

    Winter time yes. Direct sun in South Georgia summer at 95* I dont know. With my 23’ bay i got lazy and used a wooly pad on my buffer to remove it after it hazed.
     
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