Date:         Mon, 4 Apr 2005 15:17:49 -0400
Reply-To:     Joe Federici <joefederici@EARTHLINK.NET>
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From:         Joe Federici <joefederici@EARTHLINK.NET>
Subject:      Re: Westy Waxing: Recommendations?
Comments: To: Chris Paquette <cxp36@YAHOO.COM>
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Wax is another tire or battery type discussion where I think the answer
changes depending on many factors. That said depending on how much
value you place on paint care I really like griots products for paint,
and 3M's marine care products for fiberglass. Both are on the higher
end and both will refund if unhappy.

Link  for griots <http://www.griotsgarage.com/>

3M products are sold through most marine stores.

JFF


On Apr 4, 2005, at 2:32 PM, Chris Paquette wrote:

My '88 Westy badly needs a coat of wax. Primary research reveals many
different choices - waxes, paint sealers, many different brands. The
vehicle
hasn't been waxed in at least 5 years so I believe a specific approach
is
required for best results and paint protection. I'd appreciate any
specific
recommendations regarding method and brands.

For the poptop, I bought a bottle of 303 Aerospace Protectant to help
reduce
oxidation, but I'm unsure whether it will just protect against further
oxidation or actually restore some luster to the fiberglass surface.
Comments welcome in this area, too.

Finally, I've rejoined the list recently and can't seem to find the
correct
page to search the archives - selecting "Archives" from the Vanagon.com
site
brings up a blank page. Have the archives moved?

Thanks for any input.

Chris Paquette
'88 Westy, "Rocinante"