Marine wax on cars?

[JustMrWill]

From everythign I have heard...you should only wax your boat with marine wax. What is so different about the mainre wax versus the auto wax? If the marine is "better" then why wouldn't you use the marine on you cars? Is there anyreason not to?<br /><br />Just curious....paid $24 for my 3m Performance Marine Wax and my car needs a good waxing...figured..better ask than find out later that it was a bad idea.<br /><br />-JustMrWill

 

[NYMINUTE]

Re: Marine wax on cars?

I have used car wax on the boat a few times, the quick stuff, looks great, no side effects. Hand rub wax I use only Marine. My guess is the auto wax won't last, but I see little chemistry differences in the waxes. Just the cost.

 

[crazy charlie]

Re: Marine wax on cars?

Most wax is the same whether it is for car or boat.The best is carnuba.The polishes differ however.Some have teflon,some have silicones which give gelcoat a darker moist appearance.If you are waxing you can use either wax for either application.When it comes to polishes I would only use a marine polish for gelcoat and you can use any polish you want on a car finish.I have tried them all .What type are you using???

 

[heyttown]

Re: Marine wax on cars?

They just add the word "Marine" to bump the price up 30%

 

[Bob_VT]

Re: Marine wax on cars?

Well, if you get stopped and the police find marine wax on the car knowing the great state of MA you might have to pass a marine inspection....a paddle, fire ex, life jackets.<br /><br />I do believe the marine wax will be harsh on a car surface. It is usually designed to remove oxidation from fiberglass.

 

[Ralph 123]

Re: Marine wax on cars?

In addition to what CC said re sealants and waxes, it all depends when it comes to waxes that are really cleaner/waxes (As Bob mentioned). Here's an example:<br /><br />

<br />Most marine cleaner/waxes are stock car wax formulas repackaged for boats (and usually carry a higher price). The problem with automotive cleaner/waxes is the solvent cleaner isn't strong enough to adequately remove gel coat chalk...<br /><br />Warning: Do not use this wax on your car. The cleaner is too strong for automotive finishes.<br /><br /> http://properautocare.com/mamacl.html <br />

 

[brother chris]

Re: Marine wax on cars?

Originally posted by heyttown:<br /> They just add the word "Marine" to bump the price up 30%

Ain't that the truth!

 

[JustMrWill]

Re: Marine wax on cars?

Sooo..since it is notthe cleaning wax then it should be ok for autos....<br /><br />thanks<br /><br />-JustMrWill

 

[Ralph 123]

Re: Marine wax on cars?

I'm not sure. It's not just a wax...<br /><br />

<br />This innovative new product will leave a protective high gloss finish on marine fiberglass gelcoat, marine topside paints, painted aluminum and metal parts.<br /><br />Contains the unique 3M polymer technology which provides the durability of an acrylic, with the soil release and water beading properties of fluoropolymer and silicone.

3Ms Data page for the wax<br /><br />And then there's this:<br />

<br />3M Marine Wax<br />Designed to remove Heavy oxidation chalking fading minor scratches rust and exhaust stains; plus provide protection on fiberglass/gelcoat and marine topside paints. Restores shine and protects in one application

More infor from Jamestown

 

[Link]

Re: Marine wax on cars?

McGuires marine wax is used by several auto clubs in this area. When I worked in a marine parts store we were always selling it to guys with custom hot rods. They claimed is was harder and lasted longer so in the long run it meant less work for them. Straight wax not the cleaner. Here are a couple urls<br /> http://www.midcolumbiavwclub.com/Show/ <br /><br /> http://www.toolup.com/CategorySearch.asp?Node=15564