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Advice on Waxing PPF.

Bossfan

Bossfan

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My 997.2 Carrera S Cabriolet has had the bonnet PPF'd. I have some P21S wax but am not sure if I should use the wax in the same way on the bonnet (with PPF) as the rest of the car that does not have the protective film? I would be grateful for any guidance.
Also I have acquired the external cover from the previous owner. What is the feeling about the use of covers when not in use?
 
With regards to the cover, what type/brand do you have? Ones like the Storm Force 4-layer, or Classic Additions’ Ultimate Outdoor are supposed to be very good. The cover ought to be soft against the paintwork, breathable, and a good snug fit.
 
When I owned a TVR with PPF I used to wax it with no obvious ill effect. The most difficult part is to ensure you apply/polish away from the edge of the PPF to avoid a buildup of dried polish.
 
Hi
On your bonnet why not use a detailing spray with hydrophobic properties it will bead like the rest of the car and saves any white wax residue on the edges.
I have heard some waxes after time can yellow a ppf coating.
As far as covers as said Classic Additions seem to be the go to covers.
 
Thanks for all the advice above.
Any recommendation for the detailing spray, Cliff?
The cover is a tailored on from Specialised Covers which has the soft fleece inside and straps to fix. Not sure if its 'breathable" Sonny.
Was intending to give a good wax with carnauba before using the cover - to be kind to the paintwork!!
 
Bossfan said:
Thanks for all the advice above.
Any recommendation for the detailing spray, Cliff?
The cover is a tailored on from Specialised Covers which has the soft fleece inside and straps to fix. Not sure if its 'breathable" Sonny.
Was intending to give a good wax with carnauba before using the cover - to be kind to the paintwork!!
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I would go for G Techniq C2 V3 liguid crystals good all rounder long lasting but there are many that will do the Job.
Any detailer spray with protection will give a beading or sheeting effect.

 

Bossfan said:
The cover is a tailored on from Specialised Covers which has the soft fleece inside and straps to fix. Not sure if its 'breathable" Sonny.
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Specialised are a top end brand, and assuming its the outdoor version of their product it'll be breathable.
 
Good shout Cliff, I agree that G Techniq C2 V3 Liquid Crystal is a great product and 2nd your idea that a spray os less likely to create any build up on the edge.
 
You could instead opt for Ceramic coatings to be applied - one for the bodywork and a PPF friendly one for the PPF.

From my own experience (I had Modesta BC-05) applied, ceramic coatings resist road grime and general dirt, wash and are maintained very easily to reveal a newly waxed (or better than) bodywork for up to years to come.

Waxing cars is great but a lot of effort for what is an appreciably transient layer of gloss/protection requiring reapplication on a regular basis, It is also somewhat messy and the very nature of application can introduce fine scratches (or worse) and spider lines.
 
Thanks again all.
Tim G - what is the approx cost of the BC-05 treatment and do Modesta do one suitable for the PPF'd bonnet?
In natural light there is a slight colour difference between PPF'd bonnet and rest of car but after a clean and polish last week the car sat in the evening under our CCTV camera with night vision and the difference is incredible. It looks like I have a two-tone car. In daylight back to just noticeable!!! I suppose it must be to do with the refractory properties of the PPF film. If I can work out how to post pictures I will - but struggling at mo to get them to post.
 
I would find a recommended PPF installer (who installs the PPF you have applied) and seek their advice.

With good Ceramic coatings applied to both areas (PPF and Paintwork) it should balance the overall appearance of the bodywork.
 
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