tamiya wax after compound finish...

[theT]

is tamiya's new compound, ultra fine or "finish," to be used as a final step in the polishing process, or is wax still needed for a better shine? or, would wax be a step backward?

thanks,
theT

[proosen]

I don't know about these new compounds but I have a hard time believing that wax is going to destroy the shine. Wax gives you a protection against dust and dirt and also gives you a head start when it comes to cleaning the model in the future.

Niclas

[freakray]

This is something that is covered pretty thoroughly in the 'How To' section.


http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbul...threadid=89313

[primera man]

You should apply the wax as the final finishing touch to your model

[hirofkd]

Wax keeps the surface slippery, preventing dust particles to stick to the paint (or clear coat), so dusting off is easy. I can't think of any negative effect of using it.

[theT]

thanks for the replies, it appeared as though tamiya made a three step polishing system which ended with finish, unlike the old system with just regular compound then wax.

thanks
theT