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StratsRock

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T Wax
« on: December 09, 2012, 06:34:14 PM »
Who's using Turtle wax on your guitar?
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Re: T Wax
« Reply #1 on: December 09, 2012, 06:57:30 PM »
I'm using the express shine on mine.
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Re: T Wax
« Reply #2 on: December 09, 2012, 07:14:22 PM »
Quote from: Jim Jones on December 09, 2012, 06:57:30 PM
I'm using the express shine on mine.

Picked up some Turtle wax Express Shine at the local Walmart last night after reading about it the Taylor website. Haven't waxed up the BBT yet but will soon.
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Gary

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Re: T Wax
« Reply #3 on: December 09, 2012, 11:03:46 PM »
I read about it, but I have a satin finish on my Spring Edition 314ce.
I use Meguiars Ultimate Wax on all of my cars and Motorcycles.

Seems odd to use a Polymer on a Guitar, but it really does shine when applied to a car finish.

Would Meguiars Ultimate Wax be recommended for my Taylor?
Especially for the satin finish.
It would be nice to see if it would bring out the Satin KOA wood grain.

Looks nice enough in its natural state, but I would like to protect the finish.

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Re: T Wax
« Reply #4 on: December 10, 2012, 12:45:12 AM »
 I though wax/polish on the satin finish wasn't recommended. Gloss, yes. Satin, no. Sorry to be vague, I don't remember where I read about it. Maybe somewhere on here.  ;D
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Re: T Wax
« Reply #5 on: December 10, 2012, 01:09:09 AM »
On the youtube video the guy from Taylor recommended express shine on satin finishes.
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Re: T Wax
« Reply #6 on: December 10, 2012, 02:33:27 AM »
After contacting Turtle Wax in the UK, the product Taylor recommends is not available over here.
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Re: T Wax
« Reply #7 on: December 10, 2012, 07:03:02 AM »
Quote from: Jim Jones on December 10, 2012, 01:09:09 AM
On the youtube video the guy from Taylor recommended express shine on satin finishes.

Thanks for the YouTube suggestion. I never thought of going there.
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Re: T Wax
« Reply #8 on: December 10, 2012, 07:13:10 AM »
I use Express Shine on my gloss finishes. Thought I read not to use it on the satin....but I guess it is ok??? Is that what they are saying now? Anyone have the link?
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StratsRock

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Re: T Wax
« Reply #9 on: December 10, 2012, 08:17:49 AM »
Quote from: TaylorGirl on December 10, 2012, 07:13:10 AM
I use Express Shine on my gloss finishes. Thought I read not to use it on the satin....but I guess it is ok??? Is that what they are saying now? Anyone have the link?

I saw it on the Taylor website Saturday. I believe it said all finishes including the back of the neck.
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Re: T Wax
« Reply #10 on: December 10, 2012, 10:52:06 AM »
I've used it on my Taylor's that have both gloss and satin finishes. No problems at all. :)
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Re: T Wax
« Reply #11 on: December 10, 2012, 10:55:01 AM »
I too use it without problems. The resulting smell is somewhat confusing, though... you open the case and expect a wood smell but instead it's like a car.
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Re: T Wax
« Reply #12 on: December 10, 2012, 11:03:37 AM »
Quote from: jalbert on December 10, 2012, 10:55:01 AM
I too use it without problems. The resulting smell is somewhat confusing, though... you open the case and expect a wood smell but instead it's like a car.

Yes, it does leave a temporary car detail aroma! ;D Unlike many car waxes I've used to detail my cars, this wax is very thin and liquidy making it quite easy to use.
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Re: T Wax
« Reply #13 on: December 10, 2012, 07:16:57 PM »
Turtle Wax Express Shine ended all my searching for the perfect guitar cleaner/polish. It works great on all my Taylors, old or new!
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Re: T Wax
« Reply #14 on: December 10, 2012, 08:21:43 PM »
I know it is cheap, but how many CARS will one container wax?
We need three drops to wax the top of a guitar.
A small, one ounce bottle would last a year and could fit inside the case.

One coat of wax could last 3 months..

Not sure about using the Polymers, but Taylor said most car waxes were safe to use..

Once I detail the satin finish, it will take years or perhaps a life time to undo what I have done.

Satin looks nice, but Gloss really brings out the beauty of the wood.  Waxing Satin, might just be the ticket.
Who wants to go first?
20 coats of hand rubbed Polymer...
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