Anyone else use Nu-finish?

[cancov]

Originally Posted By: FastEddie
Originally Posted By: donnyj08
Thanks guys in a few months I will try collonite 845.

Can it be applied in sunlight like Nu-finish?

I always apply Collonite 845 in the shade, some people do say it's just fine applying it in the Sun, but I'v had mixed results, 845 needs to go on super thin, and it seems hard (for me) to apply a thin coat in the sun on a hot surface. 845 is an awesome wax/sealant, and if you like Nu-Finish, you'll love 845, it's a MUCH better product.

I read this post last week and was planning my biannual wax. I found the Collinite 845 at Advance Auto Parts under part number 845 for $15.99. I applied with a Meguiar's foam applicating pad which I have to say, was better than the thicker NuFinish I am acquainted with. The Collinite 845 is a loose liquid and absorbed into the foam applicator pad perfectly. This allowed me not to over apply and allow the Collinite to haze. It came off easily. I then applied a coat of NuFinish to the upward facing surfaces. I could tell a difference right away in the application. I couldn't tell a difference in sheen or depth between the two, but with the ease of application, I now prefer Collinite 845, if it lasts as long as other posters report. As a finishing touch, I, once more, applied a coat of Meguiar's Carnauba wax for a top coat. I prefer the slickness and depth of carnauba. I just finished tonight and am looking forward to seeing the car in sunlight.

 

[gary031]

Originally Posted By: cancov
Originally Posted By: FastEddie
Originally Posted By: donnyj08
Thanks guys in a few months I will try collonite 845.

Can it be applied in sunlight like Nu-finish?

I always apply Collonite 845 in the shade, some people do say it's just fine applying it in the Sun, but I'v had mixed results, 845 needs to go on super thin, and it seems hard (for me) to apply a thin coat in the sun on a hot surface. 845 is an awesome wax/sealant, and if you like Nu-Finish, you'll love 845, it's a MUCH better product.

I read this post last week and was planning my biannual wax. I found the Collinite 845 at Advance Auto Parts under part number 845 for $15.99. I applied with a Meguiar's foam applicating pad which I have to say, was better than the thicker NuFinish I am acquainted with. The Collinite 845 is a loose liquid and absorbed into the foam applicator pad perfectly. This allowed me not to over apply and allow the Collinite to haze. It came off easily. I then applied a coat of NuFinish to the upward facing surfaces. I could tell a difference right away in the application. I couldn't tell a difference in sheen or depth between the two, but with the ease of application, I now prefer Collinite 845, if it lasts as long as other posters report. As a finishing touch, I, once more, applied a coat of Meguiar's Carnauba wax for a top coat. I prefer the slickness and depth of carnauba. I just finished tonight and am looking forward to seeing the car in sunlight.

I think you'll really like 845 quite a lot. And next to hex grip wax applicators, I find Meguiar's foam applicators are the best as you have found out. Collinite 845 is kind of a hybrid wax/sealant and looks great for what it costs. It must be shaken for quite a while before use and in cold weather can become thick (which is why I put it in the sun when it's cold out before I use it). Collinite lasts, looks great and works excellent. It doesn't have harsh cleaners in it like Nu-Finish, but I find it looks much better, lasts longer, and is a MUCH better product. Unlike Nu-fnish, you'll find more than a few people that detail for money, including myself, that like Collinite...there's a reason for that!

 

[Capa]

As a rule of thumb, you want to apply the sealant first and then, typically 12-24 hours later, the wax. Also, IIRC, NuFinish is an AIO sealant, e.g., it protects and removes defects. Therefore, it will remove any wax underneath it.

 

[KitaCam]

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