Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Spray Wax

[Stanmac]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

Hi,

I have ultimate fast finish, hybrid ceramic wax, and ultimate quick wax. I will like to seek advise on how to go about using them on my regular washes and maintenance.
May I know if it needed to use all 3? Or can I just replace either one of them.
Is overlapping of the products an overkill as its hide the true properties of the products apply.
Which product should I layer first?
i wanted to find the most efficient way use these products rather than just layering them on top of each other everytime.

[Billpa]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

I detail our vehicles two times each year, once in the spring and early fall. This fall I gave the HCW a try on my '05 Dakota. Prior I foamed-hand washed it with Dawn dish detergent, hit it with clay bar then applied the HCW per the two step initial instructions only using a garden hose to rinse.
After....

Its not a garage kept, in fact its out in the elements 24-7-365. Two weeks later after have been driven in the rain a few times and not re-washed, me standing 25 feet away when taking this pic.
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So far so good!

Bill

[Murr1525]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

I have ultimate fast finish, hybrid ceramic wax, and ultimate quick wax. I will like to seek advise on how to go about using them on my regular washes and maintenance.

May I know if it needed to use all 3? Or can I just replace either one of them.

Most people would use something like the Fast Finish after their main detail.

And then the HCW or the UQW would be after your regular wash.

Is overlapping of the products an overkill as its hide the true properties of the products apply.

Yeah, a bit of overlap there.

Which product should I layer first?

i wanted to find the most efficient way use these products rather than just layering them on top of each other everytime.

Honestly I am just using the UFF on the door jambs and stuff to use it up. But that could be a base layer. Or base layer + UQW.

And then use the HCW with your regular washes.

And make sure to follow the directions, its gets a bit smeary if you over use it, or dont rinse enough. But the smears go away...

[Old Bear]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

. Two weeks later after have been driven in the rain a few times and not re-washed, me standing 25 feet away when taking this pic.
Bill

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[Firepro]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

Is it possible to use wax on the paint after accumulating layers of a HCW? I have a lot of Blackfire sealant and rather enjoy “wax on, wax off.” Can I ever wax again? Thank you.

[The Shining]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

We just washed - rinsed - applied the Hybrid Ceramic Wax - rinsed and dried yesterday per the instructions for our two week old Mazda CX3. Looks great. Of course the car is brand new but still...

After we got done I'd have to say there is only about a quarter of the bottle left. Not enough to do again w/o buying a new bottle.

I'll admit to not reading 23 pages but the answer I'm looking for is, how often does this need to be used?

[Old Bear]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

We just washed - rinsed - applied the Hybrid Ceramic Wax - rinsed and dried yesterday per the instructions for our two week old Mazda CX3. Looks great. Of course the car is brand new but still...

After we got done I'd have to say there is only about a quarter of the bottle left. Not enough to do again w/o buying a new bottle.

I'll admit to not reading 23 pages but the answer I'm looking for is, how often does this need to be used?

Did you play the video included in the first posting of this thread?

[The Shining]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

Did you play the video included in the first posting of this thread?

Well ****... I did watch that video last week and somehow (didn't pay attention) missed that step of hand rubbing the HCW off the first time. Although in the video, the only timeline given was when he said,

You can use as often as you like.

So no actual length of time given as to how long it lasts.

[Old Bear]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

I know you want a number. Yet the answer is more of text than a number. "It Depends". Do you want the number of days/weeks for a car outside in the sun everyday, or for the one in the garage or covered parking structure?

Yet I think giving you this second short video reference on the proper way to use the product, and then following up with this question to you might be more beneficial.

The follow up question for after the video is:
"Since you wash your vehicle about once a week, what is the cost in time & $ compared to the benefit you would expect to see if you used Hybrid Ceramic Wax once a month after a weekly wash of your vehicle?"

Keep in mind that after your foundation layer, you should be able to use about 1/8th of a bottle for normal maintenance for a small CX3.

[The Shining]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

I know you want a number. Yet the answer is more of text than a number. "It Depends". Do you want the number of days/weeks for a car outside in the sun everyday, or for the one in the garage or covered parking structure?

Yet I think giving you this second short video reference on the proper way to use the product, and then following up with this question to you might be more beneficial.

The follow up question for after the video is:
"Since you wash your vehicle about once a week, what is the cost in time & $ compared to the benefit you would expect to see if you used Hybrid Ceramic Wax once a month after a weekly wash of your vehicle?"

Keep in mind that after your foundation layer, you should be able to use about 1/8th of a bottle for normal maintenance for a small CX3.

That second video answered ALL my questions. THANKS FOR THAT!

I also like the fact that my next bottle will last a lot longer than the first one I bought.

School is out.

[Murr1525]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

Yeah, I used to much at first, and maybe still a bit, but getting better.

I only get to wash once a month or so, so i use iit each time... But seems to hold up well.

[snozan]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

I've done 2 foundation layers (awell, i dont trust myself lol). Followed with 2 normal ways. I still have some in the bottle - so to me its a good deal, even though we (in Sweden) pay alot more then you US peeps $26 a bottle

[vwite]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

If I were to use both ultimate fast finish and hybrid ceramic wash, the same day would the order matter? Should I apply first and then the other one?

Or should I just intercalate ultimate fast finish after one wash and hybric ceramic wash after the next wash?

Thanks!

[Michael Stoops]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

If I were to use both ultimate fast finish and hybrid ceramic wash, the same day would the order matter? Should I apply first and then the other one?

Or should I just intercalate ultimate fast finish after one wash and hybric ceramic wash after the next wash?

Thanks!

One of the best features of HCW is the extreme water beading and, therefore, almost self cleaning characteristics introduced by that beading. If you apply something else on top of it that does not offer the same extreme hydrophobic character then you'll compromise the best thing about HCW by masking it with that other product. No need to use both UFF and UCW, but if you really want to, then apply HCW last.

[BillE]

Re: Meguiar's Hybrid Ceramic Wax

With the introduction of more 'ceramic' products, especially M-27 and ceramic detailer...where and how does HCW play into the picture?

TIA!

Bill