Collinite 845...ehhh

DARK HORSE said:
Yes Corey. I have found it to be very easy to work with if I apply it VERY thin, and do one panel at a time. I apply it to one panel, wait about 60 seconds (unitl it looks like it is just starting to haze, but definitely not fully hazed) and buff off.
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I've been doing it that way for over 30 yrs. My rule of thumb, it's thin enough if you can barely see it going on. On occasion due to the color or humidity if I get a bit of smear after removal I merely buff like I'm shining my shoes. The more you hand-buff it the better it gets.

TL
 
I finally caved in to the curiosity as so many people love this product I had to give it a try.

Similar experience as yours.

Not impressed at all.
 
it sucks that some of you guys are having problems because this really is an amazing product. i hope you find a solution because if you get it you'll love it.
 
I saw the mistake right away after reading the OP's post.

Letting it sit for 1/2 hour is wayyyyy too long. It will be a PITA to remove then. I did the same thing the first time around. Here's the proper method.

1) Shake vigorously for about 1 - 2 minutes till liquid thin.
2) Apply very very very very thin. (4 more very's maybe)
3) Do 2 panels, then remove 1st panel.
4) Repeat.
 
sportscarhiatus said:
I saw the mistake right away after reading the OP's post.

Letting it sit for 1/2 hour is wayyyyy too long. It will be a PITA to remove then. I did the same thing the first time around. Here's the proper method.

1) Shake vigorously for about 1 - 2 minutes till liquid thin.
2) Apply very very very very thin. (4 more very's maybe)
3) Do 2 panels, then remove 1st panel.
4) Repeat.
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What about the second panel? :poke:

Just kidding, I know what you're saying. :dblthumb2:
 
sportscarhiatus said:
I saw the mistake right away after reading the OP's post.

Letting it sit for 1/2 hour is wayyyyy too long. It will be a PITA to remove then. I did the same thing the first time around. Here's the proper method.

1) Shake vigorously for about 1 - 2 minutes till liquid thin.
2) Apply very very very very thin. (4 more very's maybe)
3) Do 2 panels, then remove 1st panel.
4) Repeat.
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well it doesnt say ANYHWERE on the bottle about a time..just wait for a haze over and I did that. So if its supposed to be used a certain way maybe the stupid manufacture should put the proper directions on the bottle.
 
05xrunner said:
well it doesnt say ANYHWERE on the bottle about a time..just wait for a haze over and I did that. So if its supposed to be used a certain way maybe the stupid manufacture should put the proper directions on the bottle.
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The directions are there as you stated them. I would think it probably hazes a lot sooner then 30 minutes. I think what you are seeing here are peoples tips for what works for them. Depending on temperature, humidity, and user each person may vary their technique.

The first time I used it it wasn't super easy for me to remove either and I didn't wait that long, I only waited a couple minutes for a haze. So I probably applied it to thick. But the directions do state to apply it thin and I learned that I didn't apply it thin enough.
 
it wasnt 30sec to haz..and it still didnt look like it had much of a haze after 30min
 
CEE DOG said:
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What about the second panel?



Just kidding, I know what you're saying.
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LOL... darn it... you are right ;) If anything, I omitted it on purpose to imply that the user should leave the caked on wax on every 2nd panel he applies 845 t... hehe

05xrunner said:
well it doesnt say ANYHWERE on the bottle about a time..just wait for a haze over and I did that. So if its supposed to be used a certain way maybe the stupid manufacture should put the proper directions on the bottle.
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Right. But that's why you and I are on these forums right? To obtain the help and advice of fellow autogeek's and share our experiences. Therefore, it's been the experience of people who use (and love) 845 to follow the techniques that I and others have mentioned. That is, shake till thin, apply thinly, then remove within a short time frame (~ 5 mins maybe, or time it takes to do 2 panels.)

But to your point, yes, sometimes manufacturer's labeling and instructions can be deceiving. In 845's case, you may have a valid point. However, don't let this one experience deter you from using it again. 845's benefit of durability (as a base coat or topper) is too good to pass up.
 
This is a great product and the durabiity is great. i used this on my silver truck for years, makes the flake pop. Apply thin, do next pannel, retrun to the first and remove. I aply out of the sun with any LSP.

Anytjing you can see is waste, so go thin to WIN!:dblthumb2:
 
I'm sorry the OP had a bad experience but I love 845. It is the best on wheels. Really protects through a long salty, chemically winter. I applied to my paint in March and it's still going strong. It will easily last until my October fall detail.
 
Just waxed both of my Hondas with Collinite 845 since everyone says it is a good winter wax. Applied the wax to the entire vehicle using an applicator pad prior to buffing it off with a microfiber towel. Had no issue removing the wax. The caveat being that I did seal both cars early this morning with Ultima Paint Guard Plus - not sure if that made a difference or not in the wax removal. I did try to 'liquify' the wax by placing it in a pan of hot water. This worked pretty well, but the end result was more like a cream than a liquid.

This is the first time I ever used either product and am curious as to how well they will hold up this winter. The only thing I did not like about the Collinite was the smell -- very noxious gasoline/petroleum-like odor. Guess I know why they have a warning on the bottle about keeping it away from an open flame!
 
I've used it on both of our cars and really like the appearance and easy application/removal. My wife's car is a really dark metallic purple that will show streaking and residue pretty easily....I've used 845 on it several times with zero issues.

Like everyone has mentioned, shaking it up well and applying it very thin seems to be key. I've only used it in shaded areas and haven't had any problems removing the dried wax, either 2 panels at a time or after letting it sit for 15-20 minutes on a panel.
 
sknight1 said:
Just waxed both of my Hondas with Collinite 845 since everyone says it is a good winter wax. Applied the wax to the entire vehicle using an applicator pad prior to buffing it off with a microfiber towel. Had no issue removing the wax. The caveat being that I did seal both cars early this morning with Ultima Paint Guard Plus - not sure if that made a difference or not in the wax removal. I did try to 'liquify' the wax by placing it in a pan of hot water. This worked pretty well, but the end result was more like a cream than a liquid.
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I personally would have given the UPGP at least 24 hours to cure before topping it with something like 845.
 
I am on my second bottle. Love the stuff!!! The second bottle was more pastey and the first bottle was more liquidy! I put the second bottle in front of the space heater for about 2 or 3 minutes and that corrected the problem. I put it on by hand. Took it off and let it haze a few minutes. Loved the stuff. It lasts for several months. Just try the 476 yesterday. Loved that too!
 
CEE DOG said:
I feel the same way
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Me 3... UPGP is one of my favorite sealants now, esp for big vehicles like our Odyssey. So fast and so easy, and the shine is incredible. But yes, doesn't it need to cure for at least 12 hours? Maybe the dude who said he put 845 over UPGP, did so at 7 am and 7 pm respectively Im the MAN
 
sportscarhiatus said:
Me 3... UPGP is one of my favorite sealants now, esp for big vehicles like our Odyssey. So fast and so easy, and the shine is incredible. But yes, doesn't it need to cure for at least 12 hours? Maybe the dude who said he put 845 over UPGP, did so at 7 am and 7 pm respectively Im the MAN
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Yes, I thought cure time was 12 hours. Sealed it at 6:00am. Waxed car at ~8:00pm
 
I am currently doing dp policoat topped with coli 845 12 horus later on my over night details... its a nice combo also... the bonding agent enhanced sealant + durable wax is my go to winter prep till I run out of policoat and can try dg 105/601
 
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