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Last Step Process/Protection In order to protect all your hard work and to keep your vehicle looking like new it’s important to know how to use a wax/sealant properly. Do you have a question about a wax or sealant? Do you have a unique way of applying wax? Feel free to post here.

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Old 05-14-2008, 09:44 PM
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someone else tell me they've experienced this!

its pretty much only my hood...but the whole thing just gets grey and hazy after a day a driving. I'm about to go and swissvax cleaner fluid the hood AGAIN and re apply mystery AGAIN so the hood looks normal.

seriously anyone else experience this? Help?
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Old 05-14-2008, 10:08 PM
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Asphalt Rocket was/ is having the same exact problem, with Mystery and on the hood. Might be from using too much wax. I dont know if he drove his car after applying it, but I wouldnt be surprised if the heat from the engine bay heating up the hood has something to do with it.

Id use the cleaner fluid again, then reapply Mystery and make sure its a super thin coat.
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What polishes are you using before the application of the wax? I wouldn't be suprised if the hazing is left from the final step of polishing...
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someone else tell me they've experienced this!

its pretty much only my hood...but the whole thing just gets grey and hazy after a day a driving. I'm about to go and swissvax cleaner fluid the hood AGAIN and re apply mystery AGAIN so the hood looks normal.

seriously anyone else experience this? Help?
Hoods seem to be problematic with me too. I got a tip that might work for you too? Clean and re-wax the area, then take MF and run it under the hottest water you can stand, wring it out and buff the area. Follow up with a dry MF. Repeat as necessary and see if that doesn't take care of most of the problem.

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Old 05-14-2008, 10:18 PM
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I've found that a way to avoid this is by applying a thin layer, buff and then go buff with a cold water spritz a few hrs later. I like to use FG.
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Old 05-14-2008, 10:53 PM
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Yes, Mystery and I do not get along on the hood of my Vette. It is not from the heat of the engine, always wax in the garage a day after being washed or polished. I believe it is from putting a little too much on and the high nuba count. I have adjusted how much is applied and it seems to be out so far. I would agree with Lance's remedy or use a QD.
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Default ok...

just cleaner fluid'd the whole hood after an Adam's Detail Spray wipe down (washed earlier today and pulled in the garage)

rotary speed 1-black CCS glazing pad

hood back to clear

checked under halogens-perfect

applied the THINEST coat of mystery ever seen!

awaiting my 15 minute dry time......


HOPING THIS FIXES IT!

THANKS FOR THE TIPS GUYS!
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Old 05-14-2008, 11:07 PM
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Check after two days, you will probably see a slight haze.
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Old 05-14-2008, 11:28 PM
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sucks but i guess that having a high performance engine...maybe i can get an upgraded heat pad for my hood?
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Mine hazed up just in the garage, engine was never startedor the sunlight getting to the vette.
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