Couple quick questions about collinite 845

[comma]

Hey guys.
So I am planning on waxing with 845 tomorrow. I have read the comprehensive guide on here and that helps a lot.
But what I didn't see mentioned was how to do sections.
On the bottle it says to do 2x2 sections. Does this mean apply, let dry to a haze, then remove, one 2x2 section at a time?

And in general, how long does it take to dry/haze after applying?
Thanks!

[wdmaccord]

Everyone probably does it a little different, but I apply to the whole car, wait 45 minutes to an hour, then wipe off in the order I put it on. Could probably wipe off in 30 minutes in hot dry weather. 45-60 minutes in humid or cooler weather (like below 60F).

[dcjredline]

I do the same. Whole car, wait, wipe off in same order. That is not 845 specific for me that is with all wax I put on.

[Moldavite]

apply thin and do the finger swipe test :)

[lyodbraun]

Just applied two coats of 845 the other day did same as above apply to whole truck then waited 20-30minns and buffed off..

[Pats300zx]

I apply via red LC pad with a PC. I feel it makes the application much thinner and easier. I tend to use 845 mostly on my boat so I go around the whole boat and then come back and buff off. If I found I applied it to thick in some areas I just spray some QD on a MF towel when I am buffing.

[frankprozzoly]

You guys wait longer than I do. I wonder if I'm wiping off to soon

[RobRabbit2.5]

I follow the manufacturers directions in a way that makes the process as expedient as possible.

I apply the wax to a panel.

While it's drying i apply it to the next panel or 2x2 area.

I then go back and do the swipe test on the first panel that was waxed. If it's clear I buff the wax off.

I then move to the 3rd panel or area to apply wax.

I then go back to the 2nd waxed panel and swipe test. If it is clear i buff it off then move to 4th panel. If it's not clear i leave it and move to 4th panel anyways.

I find that this method works the best. This way you are following all manufacturers recommendations and experts opinions simultaneously.

If the swipe test passes that means the wax has bonded to the paint as well as it is going to before removal. I do not see an added benefit of leaving it on longer, just makes it more difficult to remove.

[Klasse Act]

I've applied #845 to the entire car and then removed, works great every single time w/o effort or dust. I like this way because you do the application to the car all at once and then remove all at once, none of this apply, remove, apply remove, etc.

Don't forget to treat the glass and wheels too;)

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[Desertnate]

I'm in the "let it sit" camp. For me, its about 30~45 minutes. I'm not very scientific on my wait times.

I'll typically apply it to the entire car then go work on something else on the car and then come back to buff it off.

[comma]

I've applied #845 to the entire car and then removed, works great every single time w/o effort or dust. I like this way because you do the application to the car all at once and then remove all at once, none of this apply, remove, apply remove, etc.

Don't forget to treat the glass and wheels too;)

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So this is safe on metal and glass too?

[frankprozzoly]

Don't forget to treat the glass and wheels too;)

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I use 845 on the Windows too. The question I have , I'm sure wax won't last as long as a coating but will it work just as well. If it does I'll just reapply every month

[RobRabbit2.5]

I've applied #845 to the entire car and then removed, works great every single time w/o effort or dust. I like this way because you do the application to the car all at once and then remove all at once, none of this apply, remove, apply remove, etc.

Don't forget to treat the glass and wheels too;)

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Oh i agree, you can even apply it to your windows all at once and remove later after you do your errands and daily commutes. Works very well.

[Paul A.]

I am exactly like Don (dcjredline) and most if not all others. I apply all waxes including 845 to entire vehicle, wait maybe anywhere from 20-45 mins. and then wipe off. I do that with all waxes/sealants and have never had any issues with durability.

Some sealants i do the swipe test and depending on results from that have then waited longer (FL heat/humidity) but generally use the same procedure with all.

[Moldavite]

collinite is good for windows/wheels too.