Squeezer
Jun 20 2003, 11:29 AM
I came accross this recently in my quest for the perfect wax for the perfect bike (ok.....and perfect truck too).
http://www.5starshine.com/
Has anyone here ever used this stuff? It sounds plausible....PTFE in an ionized wax does sound like it would be a great barrier against the elements. But the almost 100$ price makes me wonder if it's just another scam.
I wrote the retailers, they got back to me within hours.
Thanks in advance for any info on this product.
Pete in PA
Jun 20 2003, 12:44 PM
$3 a bottle Turte Wax liquid works for me! Never heard of it and at $100 I won't. :shock:
blackhawkxx
Jun 20 2003, 12:51 PM
I'll wax youir bike for $100.00. :grin:
SwampNut
Jun 20 2003, 02:17 PM
Anything with PTFE is a scam. Dupont stopped selling Teflon to people like this because even they said it's just a scam; it can't work when applied this way.
Crystal Glo bike polish is the best thing I've found. Amazingly slick polymer coating. Their bike wash even removes Chain Wax. Highly recommended. See the reviews section of the site for links.
N1K
Jun 20 2003, 05:59 PM
I've never used Crystal Glo, so I can't comment on that...
I have used just about EVERY kind of wax known to man.
Zymol to turtle wax.
I use to have a car detailing business in college, so I've done A LOT of waxing.
I recently used McGuiars (spelling?) for the first time. It is BY FAR the best I've ever used. BY FAR. Easy off, but it LASTS much better than others I have used.
Superb Shine...
Like I said, haven't tried Crystal Glo though... Maybe give that a shot next.
SwampNut
Jun 20 2003, 10:35 PM
Meguiar's was my absolute favorite until I tried the Crystal Glo.
xxbird
Jun 20 2003, 11:56 PM
Crystal Glo here... :grin:
Squeezer
Jun 21 2003, 11:21 AM
Thanks guys!
Gawd I love how if ya ask a question here, ya learn. Fast and easy too.
I also like the 100 "wax job" offer, but man, my wife is the jealous type!
I have not used Crystal Glow (yet... it's next in the Wax Quest). I have used Meguiars and like that very much. Although, Meguiars makes several waxes and their clear coat wax seems no different from their three step process wax which seems no different from their carnauba wax. Still, though, they do shine and last.
Again, thanks for the useful info and experience.
XXTi
Jun 21 2003, 01:36 PM
I like Crystal Glow, but it's a pain in the ass to get since there are no local suppliers in my area. It is easy to order, but I tend to procrastinate until I need something. :oops: Then I'm too impatient to wait for the delivery.
Big Jeff
Jun 24 2003, 02:49 PM
I have been using Liquid Glass on recommendation from a body man/ friend. Has anyone tried it ? Thoughts ?
dax
Jun 25 2003, 10:58 AM
Meguiar's is my absolute favorite although I havent tried the Crystal Glo
xrated
Jun 25 2003, 12:07 PM
Crystal Glo! It goes on easy and comes off easy, leaves a spectacular shine. :lol:
N1K
Jun 25 2003, 04:35 PM
Where do they sell crystal glo?
I'm gonna have to give that shit a try...
BIG BOY
Jun 25 2003, 05:31 PM
Nik, Crystal Glo is made in Canada. Any dealer or northman.
Which Meguiar's do you like?????
I love the Crystal Glo myself. I have to get more. Nik, you see adds for it in the bike mags.
N1K
Jun 25 2003, 06:09 PM
I'll have to look at my tub of McGuiars and see what it is Don.
I think its the liquid glass? But I'm just guessing.
It is paste wax that comes in the tub.
GriffXX
Jun 25 2003, 06:37 PM
I'll be in Canada for 9 days - leaving in a few weeks. I'll have to pick up some Crystal Glo and try it out. Especially if it is that hard to find.
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