Dark blue Bimmer

WallyF · 10-19-2018, 06:20 AM

What sealant works best on a dark blue BMW? I have been looking into Meguiars M21 2.0 for a replacement for Mothers Reflection synthetic car wax. The Mothers works fine on my silver BMW.

THANKS

Wallyf

Run Silent · 10-19-2018, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by WallyF

What sealant works best on a dark blue BMW? I have been looking into Meguiars M21 2.0 for a replacement for Mothers Reflection synthetic car wax. The Mothers works fine on my silver BMW.

THANKS

Wallyf

I've tried several different brands, and this one has exceeded everything else by a huge margin.

Incredibly easy to apply and wipe off, you use such a tiny bit, that the bottle lasts forever, and the reality (not claimed) longevity is about two months - far better than anything else.

Optimum Opti-Seal

https://www.detailedimage.com/Optimu...-P279/8-oz-S1/

ckanderson · 10-19-2018, 03:13 PM

Opti-Seal is great, Hyper Seal from optimum is even better (but more expensive)

Both are infinitely better then anything Megiuars offers

Wolf 335 · 10-19-2018, 03:21 PM

Although Opti-Seal is a great sealant to preserve corrected paint, I find it that it does not bead water that good.

I have a bottle that I bought a while back, and I can say with confidence that it is not a product I would buy twice. I would definitely consider something else.
Problem is that the damn bottle will last for years!

ckanderson · 10-19-2018, 06:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Wolf 335

Although Opti-Seal is a great sealant to preserve corrected paint, I find it that it does not bead water that good.

I have a bottle that I bought a while back, and I can say with confidence that it is not a product I would buy twice. I would definitely consider something else.
Problem is that the damn bottle will last for years!

Lol you might be the only person including multiple professional detailers that would say that.

When applied while drying it is the easiest to apply sealant made today.

Machinebuilder · 10-19-2018, 07:05 PM

Jescar PowerLock+ plus a coat of Collinite 845 Insulator Wax......I have been detailing for years and can tell this is a trusted standby proven to be durable. Unless you have a show car this combo is tough to beat. Just remember to go with thin coats.

Run Silent · 10-19-2018, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by ckanderson

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wolf 335

Although Opti-Seal is a great sealant to preserve corrected paint, I find it that it does not bead water that good.

I have a bottle that I bought a while back, and I can say with confidence that it is not a product I would buy twice. I would definitely consider something else.
Problem is that the damn bottle will last for years!

Lol you might be the only person including multiple professional detailers that would say that.

When applied while drying it is the easiest to apply sealant made today.

I was thinking the same thing. Lol.

Blueeyesredpanda · 10-23-2018, 06:51 PM

It's 2018, look into ceramic coating.

Run Silent · 10-24-2018, 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Blueeyesredpanda

It's 2018, look into ceramic coating.

Meh, ceramic coating isn't for everyone. I personally would never do it on my car, because I absolutely love cleaning it. It makes me happy and is my zen, even just a quick waterless wash after driving for the day.

For others, who don't really want to do the work associated with keeping a car clean, ceramic coating might be worth it to them.

Each person has a different goal, so it isn't the best option for every car.

Plus, you know, $$$$.

Machinebuilder · 10-24-2018, 10:57 AM

Here is a good video on pros and cons of wax vs coatings.

I have tried coatings on other cars I have detailed but I would not put them on my own car. But for someone else it might be perfect.

biz77 · 10-24-2018, 12:42 PM

I'm currently loving the ease of application and relative durability of CarPro Hydro 2. I don't know of an easier application (you spray it on a wet car when done washing a panel or two at a time and then hit with a high pressure spray, then dry as normal) and I see 2-3 months of good durability on it. The only downside is price.
I too am a past user of ceramic coatings. In my experience (CarPro, Optimum, Durgloss) they just don't last that well on a car that is driven in all sorts of inclement weather and sometimes cannot be washed for multiple weeks or months on end due to sub freezing temps and snow/rain (AKA a true daily driver).

ckanderson · 10-25-2018, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by usshelena725

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Originally Posted by Blueeyesredpanda

It's 2018, look into ceramic coating.

Meh, ceramic coating isn't for everyone. I personally would never do it on my car, because I absolutely love cleaning it. It makes me happy and is my zen, even just a quick waterless wash after driving for the day.

For others, who don't really want to do the work associated with keeping a car clean, ceramic coating might be worth it to them.

Each person has a different goal, so it isn't the best option for every car.

Plus, you know, $$$$.

WTF

WallyF · 11-04-2018, 03:56 PM

I applied a coat of Collinite 845 Insulator wax on my dark blue X3 bimmer. I applied it over a coat of Mother’s Reflection synthetic wax. The depth of the shine is quite impressive. Very happy with the results.

Wallyf

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Wolf 335 Brigadier General 2341 Rep 3,537 Posts Drives: 2007 E92 335i Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: GTA - Greater Toronto Area iTrader: (0)	Although Opti-Seal is a great sealant to preserve corrected paint, I find it that it does not bead water that good. I have a bottle that I bought a while back, and I can say with confidence that it is not a product I would buy twice. I would definitely consider something else. Problem is that the damn bottle will last for years!
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Machinebuilder Second Lieutenant 279 Rep 268 Posts Drives: 640 IX GT Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Northeast USA iTrader: (0)	Jescar PowerLock+ plus a coat of Collinite 845 Insulator Wax......I have been detailing for years and can tell this is a trusted standby proven to be durable. Unless you have a show car this combo is tough to beat. Just remember to go with thin coats.
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Machinebuilder Second Lieutenant 279 Rep 268 Posts Drives: 640 IX GT Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Northeast USA iTrader: (0)	Here is a good video on pros and cons of wax vs coatings. I have tried coatings on other cars I have detailed but I would not put them on my own car. But for someone else it might be perfect.
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biz77 Captain 165 Rep 608 Posts Drives: 2021 X3 M40i Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Spokane, WA iTrader: (4)	I'm currently loving the ease of application and relative durability of CarPro Hydro 2. I don't know of an easier application (you spray it on a wet car when done washing a panel or two at a time and then hit with a high pressure spray, then dry as normal) and I see 2-3 months of good durability on it. The only downside is price. I too am a past user of ceramic coatings. In my experience (CarPro, Optimum, Durgloss) they just don't last that well on a car that is driven in all sorts of inclement weather and sometimes cannot be washed for multiple weeks or months on end due to sub freezing temps and snow/rain (AKA a true daily driver).
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WallyF First Lieutenant 97 Rep 399 Posts Drives: 2023 BMW i4 eDrive40 Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Fort Wayne, IN iTrader: (1) Garage List 2023 BMW i4 eDrive4 ... [0.00]	Collinite 845 is awesome I applied a coat of Collinite 845 Insulator wax on my dark blue X3 bimmer. I applied it over a coat of Mother’s Reflection synthetic wax. The depth of the shine is quite impressive. Very happy with the results. Wallyf
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