Collinite #845: The Definitive How-To Guide For This Legendary Wax

[SlvrDragon50]

I stored mine in an unheated/uncooled garage for around 5 years and when I got it back out, as soon as I warmed up the wax to application temperature, it was good to go. I wouldn't recommend this practice, I just forgot about it while I was in the "Flavor of The Month Club."

A little note about applying thin ... about 4 pea sized drops will do the entire hood or roof or two side panels (with the PC). It goes on SO thin that I have to watch very closely where I move the buffer, at some angles, it's the only way to tell if I've applied wax in that area, by visually seeing the buffer pass over every square inch, sometime going over a single panel more than once. Because of this I always apply two coats, to make sure I've covered everywhere.

Well, I'll only be gone for about 2 weeks, and I live in the Midwest so it's not that hot.

Also, I know you only do 4 pea sized drops. Do you still need to prime the pad or is that still just 4 drops on a fresh pad?

 

[Riff]

Can I use this on black trim as well or do I need to tape off the trim?

Tom

Once I found 845, I quit all other trim sealants. 845 is all I'll use. I use it on all black plastic trim on my Silverado.

It's a wipe on/wipe off product for trim. I don't let it dry or haze and it looks awesome.

Oh, rubber too. Around windows, windshield etc.

 

[Desertnate]

Well, I'll only be gone for about 2 weeks, and I live in the Midwest so it's not that hot.

Also, I know you only do 4 pea sized drops. Do you still need to prime the pad or is that still just 4 drops on a fresh pad?

Instead of priming the pad, I typically give mine a shot of QD spray just to make it a little damp. I then apply the four drops and go to work.

As you move along, the pad will become a little saturated and you will steadily use fewer drops as you go. On my smaller cars, I've occasionally finished the last panels without applying any new product.

 

[Don M]

Instead of priming the pad, I typically give mine a shot of QD spray just to make it a little damp. I then apply the four drops and go to work.

As you move along, the pad will become a little saturated and you will steadily use fewer drops as you go. On my smaller cars, I've occasionally finished the last panels without applying any new product.

I sometimes use one very light spritz of QD when I first start, but most often I don't, I put 4 drops of 845 on the pad, place the pad on the car and turn it on. Let it rub around in a small circle for a second to spread the wax on the pad, then start applying as normal. Like I said, the only issue I've had is not being able to see the wax on the car except at extreme angles (think contortionist) and even then sometimes I still can't see it, but you can tell it was there when buffing it off as the paint suddenly gets slipperier.

 

[SlvrDragon50]

Ah okay.

I'll just do 845 then! I'm guessing for the first panel I shouldn't do the kissing the panel method right? So the product gets spread on the pad first.

 

[MDX Detailing]

What's the opinion on using 845 without first using a paint cleaner? Say I just iron x, clay, and then apply 845. Could this be a good offering to customers or would they be missing out on the full benefits of squeaky clean paint? I've been using a paint cleaner and have had great results, but wondering how 845 would do without the paint cleaner?

 

[Daviddear30]

I've used 845 on several cars with just a thorough wash and wax. Works great.

 

[MDX Detailing]

Thanks for that quick response. Yeah I love the stuff, but I've always used some type of cleaner or polish before application.

 

[madmac81]

i have just about finished my #476s paste wax and am keen to try the #845 thanks for the write up. Especially the transforming method from chunky to liquid and then putting it in a user friendly bottle.

 

[4u2nvinmtl]

Pictures of 845 on a dark red 2014 Ford Fusion:

 

[.brian.]

i have just about finished my #476s paste wax and am keen to try the #845 thanks for the write up. Especially the transforming method from chunky to liquid and then putting it in a user friendly bottle.

Funny. I am just finishing up my bottle of 845, and plan on going with 476 next. Not because I am unhappy with 845, just because I want to try something new!

 

[sshazam]

I am loving 845 !

Had it on the daily for nearly a year now and the cars paint still has that deep gloss look to it. The water drops have gotten bigger so not sure if thats normal or its wearing out.

Is there something I can combine with 845 to improve water sheeting ?

 

[davidc]

I am loving 845 !

Had it on the daily for nearly a year now and the cars paint still has that deep gloss look to it. The water drops have gotten bigger so not sure if thats normal or its wearing out.

Is there something I can combine with 845 to improve water sheeting ?

Sounds like it is time to re-do before oxidation sets in. I think Mike said it best that making the waxing/sealing another routine maintenance item. Duragloss states the 105 sealant will last up to a year and I tested that theory. Under ideal conditions that may be true and I let the test go to long ( about 14 months ). This was on fiberglass/gelcoat and I found myself on the operating end of a rotary/wool pad buffing the oxidation for a few week ends. I have 885 on that RV now but I am not going to wait a year before re-waxing. What I am trying to say is my personal opinion is you should be waxing at least twice a year using 845 to save you the grief of oxidation. I use 476S and 885 mainly and will re-wax by 9 months. As for sheeting the re-wax will help in that area to some extent.

Dave

 

[sshazam]

Sounds like it is time to re-do before oxidation sets in. I think Mike said it best that making the waxing/sealing another routine maintenance item. Duragloss states the 105 sealant will last up to a year and I tested that theory. Under ideal conditions that may be true and I let the test go to long ( about 14 months ). This was on fiberglass/gelcoat and I found myself on the operating end of a rotary/wool pad buffing the oxidation for a few week ends. I have 885 on that RV now but I am not going to wait a year before re-waxing. What I am trying to say is my personal opinion is you should be waxing at least twice a year using 845 to save you the grief of oxidation. I use 476S and 885 mainly and will re-wax by 9 months. As for sheeting the re-wax will help in that area to some extent.

Dave

My cars parked outside the entire time and 845 can only do so much. I'm trying to find a way I can boost the protection to 6 months or even just boost the protection against the elements.

Would it be worth it applying 2 coats of 845 and then using 476 or 915 over it ? Then using a spray wax like Duragloss aqua wax after each wash ?

 

[ski2]

Why even bother with the 845 as 476 is considered their most durable wax? So why would you want to put something less durable as your base coat? 2 coats of 476 and then something like AquaWax after every other wash should get you to 6 months.

 

[davidc]

My cars parked outside the entire time and 845 can only do so much. I'm trying to find a way I can boost the protection to 6 months or even just boost the protection against the elements.

Would it be worth it applying 2 coats of 845 and then using 476 or 915 over it ? Then using a spray wax like Duragloss aqua wax after each wash ?

In my experience 476S goes on first then you can do what ever you want after that. I waited a week then washed and coated 476S again or you could 915 or 845 at that time. The Wife's Van with 476S gets no rinse washed with 932 and also the 932 QD at times. I asked Collinite if 932 would in any way cause any ill effects and the reply was no. I re- coated the 476S with 915 at about 5 Months not because of any problems just curious about 915. The 476S was still going strong at that time with all the rain, blowing sand/dust of the Monsoons and temps as high as 117. The Van is outside 24/7 365 a year. I would probably have re-done the 476S around 8-9 Months if I did not do the 915 and still may do it depending on the 915 durability. It will definately be re-done in March or April to be ready for the oven Months of Summer. So if Longevity is your goal then 476S has to go on first.

Dave

 

[davidc]

I forgot to mention that your wash description should be good to go, with my no rinse the DG 932 has Aqua Wax in it.

Dave

 

[davidc]

Why even bother with the 845 as 476 is considered their most durable wax? So why would you want to put something less durable as your base coat? 2 coats of 476 and then something like AquaWax after every other wash should get you to 6 months.

Exactly, most durable first. I would think 6 Months minimum as I know mine would have made it 8-9 minimum. But I am not dealing with salt, brine and what ever else they use to dissolve vehicles in Pa.. 845 may be good as a booster 1/2 way thru winter as it is an easy on/off Liquid if some one desires and the Man Made chemicals are beating the H*LL out of the vehicle.

Dave

 

[DRO220]

Exactly, most durable first. I would think 6 Months minimum as I know mine would have made it 8-9 minimum. But I am not dealing with salt, brine and what ever else they use to dissolve vehicles in Pa.. 845 may be good as a booster 1/2 way thru winter as it is an easy on/off Liquid if some one desires and the Man Made chemicals are beating the H*LL out of the vehicle.

Dave

:xyxthumbs: That's exactly what I do. My daily gets 2 coats of 476 for winter prep, and mid-winter I apply a quick coat of 845. I also use the DG rinseless and AW every other wash. Car still beads like crazy into April no problem.

 

[sshazam]

Why even bother with the 845 as 476 is considered their most durable wax? So why would you want to put something less durable as your base coat? 2 coats of 476 and then something like AquaWax after every other wash should get you to 6 months.

I already have a bottle of 845 and don't want it to go to waste. I got told 845 has solvents so use it first otherwise it will remove the initial wax. But if 476 is meant to go on first i'm happy to do that. I just want the car to be properly protected.

In my experience 476S goes on first then you can do what ever you want after that. I waited a week then washed and coated 476S again or you could 915 or 845 at that time. The Wife's Van with 476S gets no rinse washed with 932 and also the 932 QD at times. I asked Collinite if 932 would in any way cause any ill effects and the reply was no. I re- coated the 476S with 915 at about 5 Months not because of any problems just curious about 915. The 476S was still going strong at that time with all the rain, blowing sand/dust of the Monsoons and temps as high as 117. The Van is outside 24/7 365 a year. I would probably have re-done the 476S around 8-9 Months if I did not do the 915 and still may do it depending on the 915 durability. It will definately be re-done in March or April to be ready for the oven Months of Summer. So if Longevity is your goal then 476S has to go on first.

Dave

Great i'll apply 476 as my base coat and then top with 845. I prefer doing it all in one day to eliminate waxing over contamination on the paint. I'm glad 476 held up for you. I live in Australia and we're about to enter summer where the temperature will be 104 degree's daily so it will need to cope with that.

Is 476 able to be applied by hand ?