Hydro Blue Sio2 Coating question

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I just recently got some of the Hydro Blue and I used it on my wheels. Man does the water bead up quickly after just a spray and wash!!!!

So while I was freshly claying and waxing my truck last week it got me thinking. on my next wash can I just spray the Hydro Blue on each panel as directed, and add ore protection on top of the Ultimate wax I just put on. Is this possible or am I just wasting product?

Thanks in advance
 
From my understanding, Hydro Blue has to be applied to a bare surface to ensure proper bonding

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chadcj7 said:
I just recently got some of the Hydro Blue and I used it on my wheels. Man does the water bead up quickly after just a spray and wash!!!!

So while I was freshly claying and waxing my truck last week it got me thinking. on my next wash can I just spray the Hydro Blue on each panel as directed, and add ore protection on top of the Ultimate wax I just put on. Is this possible or am I just wasting product?

Thanks in advance
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Buster906 said:
From my understanding, Hydro Blue has to be applied to a bare surface to ensure proper bonding

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Hydro Blue can be used in many ways...

1. Stand alone LSP
2. Maintenance product for a coated surface
3. Maintenance product for a sealed surface
4. Maintenance product for a waxed surface

If you use it for application 4, wait a few weeks AFTER waxing before applying Hydro Blue. Most waxes contain oils (natural, not 10W30 :) )and other "stuff" that "wets" the finish. These natural oils can promote streaking with Hydro Blue (and any other spray wax, for that matter). The reason I recommend to wait a few weeks is because the oils wear off pretty quickly.

Sometimes less is more.

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Just in case you haven't seen this video yet...

 
So am I correct in saying Hydro Blue should be applied to a bare surface or a surface lacking an detailing oils as in step 4

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Nick@McKees37 said:
Hydro Blue can be used in many ways...

1. Stand alone LSP
2. Maintenance product for a coated surface
3. Maintenance product for a sealed surface
4. Maintenance product for a waxed surface

If you use it for application 4, wait a few weeks AFTER waxing before applying Hydro Blue. Most waxes contain oils (natural, not 10W30 :) )and other "stuff" that "wets" the finish. These natural oils can promote streaking with Hydro Blue (and any other spray wax, for that matter). The reason I recommend to wait a few weeks is because the oils wear off pretty quickly.

Sometimes less is more.

:dblthumb2:

Just in case you haven't seen this video yet...

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Thanks for this info. I think that is what I was looking for

I did see that video. It is what convinced me to buy it for my wheels.


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That is the video created by Joe of Next Level Auto Detail correct? I have yet to try on my wheels

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Buster906 said:
So am I correct in saying Hydro Blue should be applied to a bare surface or a surface lacking an detailing oils as in step 4

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No....it means that:

Nick@McKees37 said:
If you use it for application 4, wait a few weeks AFTER waxing before applying Hydro Blue. Most waxes contain oils (natural, not 10W30 )and other "stuff" that "wets" the finish. These natural oils can promote streaking with Hydro Blue (and any other spray wax, for that matter). The reason I recommend to wait a few weeks is because the oils wear off pretty quickly.
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Buster906 said:
That is the video created by Joe of Next Level Auto Detail correct? I have yet to try on my wheels

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I happened to use the same photo as Joe for the video he uploaded (coincidence!). Credit goes to Joe for that photo (he's a great photographer!)

Here's Joe's video....

 
Sorry, but I have my doubts about the durability of any silica spray applied to a wax. I'm not sure how the organic base and inorganic silica interact.

In the company's testing, how long does Hydro Blue last when applied to a waxed (or sealed - not coated) paint surface?

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kevincwelch said:
Sorry, but I have my doubts about the durability of any silica spray applied to a wax. I'm not sure how the organic base and inorganic silica interact.

In the company's testing, how long does Hydro Blue last when applied to a waxed (or sealed - not coated) paint surface?

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I agree with you Kevin. The natural oils found in most waxes definitely impact the longevity of Hydro Blue. How much? That depends on several factors, including when the wax was applied (refer to point number 4 in post above), how the surface was prepped prior to waxing, etc etc.

When I say "wax," I'm referring to a waxy substance, like a high-dollar carnauba paste wax.

If I had to guess, I would say using Hydro Blue as a topper over a carnauba wax would cut the longevity in half, maybe more, maybe less.

If you're dead set on using a carnauba paste wax on your vehicle, McKee's 37 Fast Wax is a better choice to maintain it. Synergistic Chemical Compatibility.
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