NorthernVaBMW
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Topic #1: I've been using Wolfgang Deep Gloss Paint Sealant as my primary paint protectant since a detailer at the local Ferrari dealer introduced me to Wolfgang products. I have two white vehicles and a deep blue metallic vehicle. The deep gloss paint sealant worked very well by itself (easy on, easy off, very slick and glossy). Then I thought I'd try a coat of Fuzion wax, although I have to say that I was VERY skeptical of any wax that lists for $175.
After sealing all three cars I put a coat of Fuzion wax on a white 2009 Volvo XC70 that spends a lot of time parked at airports, which is a pretty poisonous environment for a vehicle's finish. Where the sealant alone left a slick, ceramic-like finish, adding a coat of Fuzion left a harder, brighter shine. Looks great, but not a dramatic difference on the white paint. Durability is still to be determined.
Then I applied Fuzion to my 2011 Alpine White BMW X5. Again, very slick hard shine and glossier than the Volvo (probably because it's newer and better paint). Nice appearance, but again not dramatically different.
Then I applied Fuzion to my 2008 BMW M6 with dark paint and that produced the difference that I was hoping to see. The additional coat of Fuzion produced the deep, glossy, wet looking finish that was worth the extra effort. It was very easy to apply and remove (this was all hand application with microfiber applicators and polishing cloths).
So I guess the lesson learned is that the Fuzion wax seems worth the investment for darker paints. I do recommend a coat of paint sealant before application of the wax (a few hours or more apart). My only less-than-positive comment about the Fuzion wax is the smell: a little bit of bubble gum, but to me it smells more like a urinal cake (now try to get that image out of your head. You can thank me later.)
Topic #2: I see that AG is now selling Rejex. I had been using Rejex for many years as my primary paint protectant until I switched to Wolfgang paint sealant. It's an excellent protectant with extreme durability on paint and chrome, but by itself probably wouldn't make the purists happy. Where I think it really excels is to seal/protect wheels. Rejex is full synthetic and won't get sticky when hot, so it's ideal for wheels to avoid attracting and holding brake dust. Application and removal are very easy, similar to Wolfgang paint sealant. The other thing that I like is that it does not stain plastic trim, which is a pet peeve. It's an excellent product and I'll continue to keep it as part of my routine.
After sealing all three cars I put a coat of Fuzion wax on a white 2009 Volvo XC70 that spends a lot of time parked at airports, which is a pretty poisonous environment for a vehicle's finish. Where the sealant alone left a slick, ceramic-like finish, adding a coat of Fuzion left a harder, brighter shine. Looks great, but not a dramatic difference on the white paint. Durability is still to be determined.
Then I applied Fuzion to my 2011 Alpine White BMW X5. Again, very slick hard shine and glossier than the Volvo (probably because it's newer and better paint). Nice appearance, but again not dramatically different.
Then I applied Fuzion to my 2008 BMW M6 with dark paint and that produced the difference that I was hoping to see. The additional coat of Fuzion produced the deep, glossy, wet looking finish that was worth the extra effort. It was very easy to apply and remove (this was all hand application with microfiber applicators and polishing cloths).
So I guess the lesson learned is that the Fuzion wax seems worth the investment for darker paints. I do recommend a coat of paint sealant before application of the wax (a few hours or more apart). My only less-than-positive comment about the Fuzion wax is the smell: a little bit of bubble gum, but to me it smells more like a urinal cake (now try to get that image out of your head. You can thank me later.)
Topic #2: I see that AG is now selling Rejex. I had been using Rejex for many years as my primary paint protectant until I switched to Wolfgang paint sealant. It's an excellent protectant with extreme durability on paint and chrome, but by itself probably wouldn't make the purists happy. Where I think it really excels is to seal/protect wheels. Rejex is full synthetic and won't get sticky when hot, so it's ideal for wheels to avoid attracting and holding brake dust. Application and removal are very easy, similar to Wolfgang paint sealant. The other thing that I like is that it does not stain plastic trim, which is a pet peeve. It's an excellent product and I'll continue to keep it as part of my routine.
