Part 1 - How to apply a Carnauba Wax using the Straightline Technique

[b0ss6769]

This guy really knows what he's talking about !

[bobdudle123211]

hey mike, is it ok if i use a layer of carnauba wax for the shine first then add a layer of synthetic or longevity? will this affect the performance or anything negativly?

[RobDTom]

No, not a big deal at all Mike, I was just poking some fun.

I do think that technically is it supposed to be pronounced "Kar-now-bah" but virtually nobody says it that way.

Keep up the great work!!

[redneon99]

Isn't it better to wax the car with the Porter Cable 7424 XP rather than by hand?

[autogeek]

@redneon99

Hi redneon99,

That would be personal preference. This video was about how to use a specific technique "by hand". But you can do it both ways and some people like to use a machine and some people like to relax and enjoy waxing by hand.

-Mike Phillips

[jasonism123]

@autogeek Sir, what do you think about Turtle Wax (Hardshell/Carnauba Wax)? here in the Philippines, we don't have a wide array of different brands for car wax and other car accessories..Is the Turtle Wax ok? I can't even find paint sealants here, unless I order it from Ebay.. I'm planning to have my old car repainted(washover), and I'm asking for you opinion on a good/decent brand of car wax..thanks

[autogeek]

@jasonism123

The Turtle Wax product is an entry level product and is better than nothing.

Check out the Autogeek.net store, plenty of hight quality options and we ship overseas.

-Mike Phillips

[autogeek]

@redneon99

Personal Preference and it depends upon whether or not you have a machine.

I personally prefer to apply waxes and paint sealants by machine but I show all kinds of techniques because people are different. Each person can pick and choose what works best for them.

-Mike Phillips

[topexotics]

@autogeek hi,

i have a problem: when I spin the applicator and the jar to get the wax of the jar the wax block spins too and i don't get the friction between the applicator and the wax. that's because there is a tiny little space between the wax and the jar walls. how should I fix that?

thanks in advance

[autogeek]

@topexotics

Squeeze the side of the jar with the hand that's holding the jar. You an also rub back and forth although there's not a lot of room... just do your best.

You could also warm the sides with a hair dryer and this will help re-stick the wax to the side of the jar.

-Mike