Waxed my 370Z today

AK370Z · 03-30-2009, 08:12 PM

Since I'm getting tint tomorrow, I thought it will be a good idea to give the Z a good wash and put some wax on. I used the Mcguiars NXT Tech Wax 2.0. I was very surprised how easy it was to work with. Shine wasn't too bad either. I bought an applicator pad with handle to make my job easier.

IMG_0503.jpg

Upon washing my car I made a very frustrating discovery. I am not sure if it's just Monterey blue or all colors, but there were two small (1" x 1") area on my hood and right rear fender where paint lost it's clearcoat and I can visibly see some cracked paint

. I am going to wait and see if that happens in any other spots. I'll take some pictures in daylight tomorrow.

Here are some pictures

First some evening pictures with sun out (from sony camera, regular shutter speed)

Reflection

Not too bad for a quick wax.

Some nighttime pictures with various shutter speed (1.5 sec to 7 seconds). NO enhancement was done. I just uploaded them as is.

I'm starving now! I am going to get some KFC and then install the LED license plate bulbs!

dad · 03-30-2009, 08:16 PM

Good photos! Shinny!

Musashi · 03-30-2009, 08:19 PM

looks good, but damn you still don't have your tags? Or, you're just dreading putting on the front one!? haha...

SoCal 370Z · 03-30-2009, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z

I am not sure if it's just Monterey blue or all colors, but there were two small (1" x 1") area on my hood and right rear fender where paint lost it's clearcoat and I can visibly see some cracked paint

. I am going to wait and see if that happens in any other spots.

Well, something is not right with this picture as this should not be the case. Was there any freight damage that the dealer took care of?

AK370Z · 03-30-2009, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by SoCal 370Z

Well, something is not right with this picture as this should not be the case. Was there any freight damage that the dealer took care of?

I don't think so. I think the paint just cracked without any warning. They weren't there when I washed my car last time. Weird....

I'll def show you some pictures tomorrow. It's barely visible from distance but standing close, you can see it.

AK370Z · 03-30-2009, 08:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Musashi

looks good, but damn you still don't have your tags? Or, you're just dreading putting on the front one!? haha...

no tags yet. I am not in a rush either

. NJ is going to force me to put the front plate as soon as I get them

GVick87 · 03-30-2009, 09:49 PM

Man, AK, that car is beautiful! I actually didnt like the blue initially, but after seeing those pics, I love it.

zero610 · 03-31-2009, 08:56 AM

I was debating whether that Mcguiars NXT Tech Wax 2.0 was worth the $17 or so. Were you happy with it? Glad to see it on a Monterey Blue so I can easily compare to mine.

Now you have me scared about the clear coat on that color as well. Please keep us updated on what happens with it.

I'm going to check my car now...

Gianreano · 03-31-2009, 08:56 AM

do you keep your car outside or inside a garage??? new nice i have the same car

ltp · 03-31-2009, 10:29 AM

Beautiful shiny car.

I had problem with my car paint too.
Mine had a few white spots and I was able to buff them out.
It looks like thery were from the splashing gasoline when they put in the gasoline and left the car too long in the hot Sun.

molamann · 03-31-2009, 10:54 AM

Was a good wash all you did before waxin?

theDreamer · 03-31-2009, 10:59 AM

Looks horrible.

scorpion90 · 03-31-2009, 11:10 AM

Nice job with great pics.

If anyone is interested, I have bought a bunch of detailing products from autogeek.net with great products and satisfaction. They have a bunch of info on how to detail the inside and outside of cars. I've spent way to much money there because it gets in your blood making the car look soooo good!

CrownR426 · 03-31-2009, 11:24 AM

Looks so good...

Gianreano · 03-31-2009, 11:28 AM

i wonder is the paint quality would be severely ruined if you have your car outside compared to a garage kept car???

03-30-2009, 08:12 PM	#1 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	Waxed my 370Z today Since I'm getting tint tomorrow, I thought it will be a good idea to give the Z a good wash and put some wax on. I used the Mcguiars NXT Tech Wax 2.0. I was very surprised how easy it was to work with. Shine wasn't too bad either. I bought an applicator pad with handle to make my job easier. IMG_0503.jpg Upon washing my car I made a very frustrating discovery. I am not sure if it's just Monterey blue or all colors, but there were two small (1" x 1") area on my hood and right rear fender where paint lost it's clearcoat and I can visibly see some cracked paint . I am going to wait and see if that happens in any other spots. I'll take some pictures in daylight tomorrow. Here are some pictures First some evening pictures with sun out (from sony camera, regular shutter speed) Reflection Not too bad for a quick wax. Some nighttime pictures with various shutter speed (1.5 sec to 7 seconds). NO enhancement was done. I just uploaded them as is. I'm starving now! I am going to get some KFC and then install the LED license plate bulbs! __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

03-30-2009, 08:16 PM	#2 (permalink)
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03-31-2009, 10:59 AM	#12 (permalink)
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03-31-2009, 11:10 AM	#13 (permalink)
scorpion90 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Akron, Ohio Age: 75 Posts: 109 Drives: 370Z Base 7AT+Sports Rep Power: 283	Detailing Nice job with great pics. If anyone is interested, I have bought a bunch of detailing products from autogeek.net with great products and satisfaction. They have a bunch of info on how to detail the inside and outside of cars. I've spent way to much money there because it gets in your blood making the car look soooo good!

03-31-2009, 11:24 AM	#14 (permalink)
CrownR426 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Korea Posts: 4,676 Drives: Manual Rep Power: 847	Looks so good... __________________ Love + Hardwork + Passion RIP SVTRacer

03-30-2009, 08:19 PM	#3 (permalink)
Musashi Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: New Jersey Posts: 357 Drives: 09 370Z 6speed Rep Power: 606	looks good, but damn you still don't have your tags? Or, you're just dreading putting on the front one!? haha...

03-30-2009, 09:49 PM	#7 (permalink)
GVick87 Base Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 22 Drives: Black 370z Rep Power: 16	Man, AK, that car is beautiful! I actually didnt like the blue initially, but after seeing those pics, I love it.

03-31-2009, 08:56 AM	#8 (permalink)
zero610 Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 89 Drives: 09 370Z Sport Rep Power: 16	I was debating whether that Mcguiars NXT Tech Wax 2.0 was worth the $17 or so. Were you happy with it? Glad to see it on a Monterey Blue so I can easily compare to mine. Now you have me scared about the clear coat on that color as well. Please keep us updated on what happens with it. I'm going to check my car now...

03-31-2009, 08:56 AM	#9 (permalink)
Gianreano Base Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Brownsville Posts: 10 Drives: 370z "Sasha" Rep Power: 16	do you keep your car outside or inside a garage??? new nice i have the same car

03-31-2009, 10:29 AM	#10 (permalink)
ltp Base Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Nothern California Posts: 165 Drives: 370Z Black on Black Rep Power: 16	Beautiful shiny car. I had problem with my car paint too. Mine had a few white spots and I was able to buff them out. It looks like thery were from the splashing gasoline when they put in the gasoline and left the car too long in the hot Sun.

03-31-2009, 10:54 AM	#11 (permalink)
molamann A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,666 Drives: 370Z with NAVVVVV Rep Power: 284	Was a good wash all you did before waxin?

03-31-2009, 11:28 AM	#15 (permalink)
Gianreano Base Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Brownsville Posts: 10 Drives: 370z "Sasha" Rep Power: 16	i wonder is the paint quality would be severely ruined if you have your car outside compared to a garage kept car???

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