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Old 05 November 2013, 17:43   #1
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So I got a 2010 AVON 470 with great looking GRP after a thorough clean. Any point in putting a polish on your just keep washing it.... ? If a polish is needed surely its one of these were you dont have to use a machine to run it in ?
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Old 05 November 2013, 18:45   #2
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Polished/waxed will stay clean longer, if you care.
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Old 05 November 2013, 19:33   #3
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Be aware of the difference between a Polish and a Wax.

Polish - mildly abrasive, has no protective quality.

Wax - Purely protective and cosmetic. It sounds as if you need wax.
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Old 05 November 2013, 20:19   #4
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Yes.. wax it is...any recommendations?
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What wax do you recommend.. Sounds like a hard job...
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What wax do you recommend.. Sounds like a hard job...
In your case, a Back, Crack and Sack. No balm.

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Yes.. wax it is...any recommendations?
You, something like this: http://www.meguiars.com/en/marine/pr...atrv-pure-wax/

It's not a recommendation, just a pointer. Some are against silicone additives...
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In your case, a Back, Crack and Sack. No balm.
Defiantly not up for that! Not this time of year anyway, prefer the added warmth!
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