The Ultimate Sealant? - Soft99 Fusso Original Formula
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- čas přidán 14. 07. 2024
- Soft99 Fusso original formula wax made for an amazing car detailing experience today. This ptfe based sealant showed amazing durability which most fans of auto detailing look for. It has such amazing durability that it might just be better than a coating.
Comparison of my wax tests: dmitrysgarage.com/wax
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I started out with a clean test hood and applied this fluorine resin based polymer wax to half of it. It was easy to apply, though I accidentally put too much wax on half of the test area. It made it a little difficult to remove where I over applied. The areas where an appropriate amount of wax were used had no issues in removal.
Once cured the wax was tested for slickness. It was very slick, I could see comparing it with the Wolfgang and Jescar products. The visual quality of the product was also pretty good. Its depth reminded me of Wolfgang, but it wasn't quite as vibrant. Overall there wasn't as much pop as I wanted from the paint, but it looked good.
Measuring the gloss levels of a test panel after an application of the Fusso wax was my next test. I used a gloss meter to read gloss levels from a panel that normally reads 90GU with nothing on it. Unfortunately the Soft99 wax knocked the gloss levels down by 5.9 points on average to 84.1GU. This is why the paint is not popping!
The only thing that would keep me from selecting Fusso over a ceramic coating or ceramic wax over is the gloss. Unfortunately this wax just isn't that shiny, but it does look very deep. Ceramics will make the paint pop more, but the installation difficulty of a coating is usually beyond what most home waxing diy-ers will entertain. If you don't want to invest in the time to coat, this Fusso from Soft99 seems like the most durable wax on the market, at least in my tests! I'm looking forward to testing their new formula which I've already ordered.
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Legend has it, he’s still doing the wash test on Fusso Coat today
For real, I was sore!
Oh man this dude is a legend for testing
I have checked out douzands of reviews about Fusso99 on CZcams and man, you are THE ONLY one who did a proper, honest test! Not sponsored, no nonsense, scientific... This video rocks!!! I'm buying it for sure now after seeing this honest testing! Congrats on scoring A+. keep up the good job!
Did your neighbors think you lost your mind after the 5th wash?! Props to your dedication to testing!
Hahaha, oh I'm sure they know I'm crazy. Thanks for watching and the kind comment!
" Made in Japan " says it all.
Those unfamiliar with Fusso, it's best applied with a quality, lightly damp foam applicator. Air temperature should be above 15C. Do 3 panels at a time. When you finish the 3rd, you can buff off the 1st already. Maximum waiting time should be 5 minutes (@15C and up). The amount per panel is achieved by touching the wax with the foam applicator with light pressure and giving it a half turn. Cross-hatch application ensures uniform coverage. Sonax BSD is widely known for being a great topper/sacrificial layer that can be applied once every month. This will keep Fusso protection going for 12 months+.
Do you know if I must do the same damp application if I use a microfiber applicator?
@@israelberrios2050 sure, you do. A foam works best though. You can try to get a 3 inch blue or black pad and one of these www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/shinemate-handi-grip-applicator-kit?UA-26518971-1&gclid=CjwKCAiAi_D_BRApEiwASslbJ6wGVKUMLLtXvGibp3AZZbH-OhK8mb9gJxNisFKIa-fMivXQSFTmdhoCQR0QAvD_BwE
@@JWL-UK today will be my first time using this wax and I have the foam that comes with it and some microfiber ones. I'll get those foam ones that u recommended
Thanks
@@JWL-UK how long should I wait between fuso and sonax BSD?
@@KisKano5 it depends on how you want to use it, how often you wash the car and how long you want Fusso to last. Bear in mind that you don't need to worry about topping up Fusso in less than 3-6 months if the car has been prepped well. You can introduce BSD after 1 month if you want to use it neat and apply it once a month. If you are planning on using it as a drying aid diluted in water or mixed with another QD like Megs Last Touch though then wait at least 1 week to use it after a wash. Hope this helps.
I appreciate your efforts man. Its just mind blowing how much you put into the video. A lot of respect for you.
Thank you Arbaz! Appreciate you watching and the nice comment. I do try pretty hard. I would say on average 1.5 hours of work per minute of video goes into these reviews. The nice comments like yours make it worth it!
I have never seen a standardized gloss test like the one you did. Using a test panel with a constant gloss reading is brilliant
Thanks! Appreciate it!
I appreciate the time and effort you put into making this video
Thanks for the kind words and for watching!
I used this in the dark and the light version - love it!!
Excellent video. Thanks for the dedication of 70 washes ! This product seems amazing.
Thanks! It was a lot of washes, definitely starts to make the arm sore. The product is good, I just wish it was a little prettier, but man that durability for a basic wax, pretty impressive :).
@@DmitrysGarage Dear Dmitry what is u opinion compare with tutrle wax polish with GrapheneMax? Thank you in advance
Thanks again for taking the time to do these tests. Will have to get some of this and try it out.
Thanks Will, appreciate you watching and the kind words!
Hey Dmitry, I was wondering if you might know the answer to this question. After watching a few different videos of the soft 99 product, everyone seems to say you should apply it as thin as possible. I’m wondering if they are saying that because it’s easier to take off that way OR because it will actually perform better? I want the results you got so if that means I apply a little bit more product and it’s a little tougher to buff off, I’m ok with that. Also, with the new formula do you know if it’s ok to apply to a front clear bra material, or will it stain that? Thank you in advance
@@willfuller7177 It needs to be applied very thin because a little goes a long way. It makes the product hard to remove if you use too much. It shouldn't affect performance in terms of durability, looks, etc.. if you use a little too much. I haven't tested the new formula yet. However as a general rule if it's not clear coat car paint I would test a section that is inconspicuous if possible. I generally trust spray waxes including ceramics over pastes and liquid waxes when it comes to plastic and wrap. Pastes are more likely to stain or have abrasives in them for added polishing. You can definitely wax a wrap/clear bra, but I'd test it.
Thanks for the tips. Looking forward to trying stuff out.
Fusso coat is incredible. I applied it to my car. Excellent video, tnx. Like.
Thanks for watching! Love Fusso too :)
Just want to say love the channel man :)
Thanks Bryce! Appreciate you watching!
You deserve more subs! What a thoroughly well thought out video. (I make videos too so that’s the first thing I notice!).
I’ve just ordered some fusso and a detailing mate of mine is set to help me prep the car and get this stuff on. I wash a couple times a month so it seems like it’ll last a good while! Thanks 👍
Nice! I think you will like the Fusso, the durability is pretty impressive in my tests. Appreciate your kind comments and viewership :)!
This is why i use fusso. Its also great to coat wheels! You can maintain it with their speed and barrier which extends durability , or their luxury gloss to get a warm wet look.
Yea im really impressed with fusso too!
i used this wax on my new car today, and it really work.
Honestly man incredible videos, and amazing production work. This video alone made me seek out the original formula for light color since my car is white, girlfriends car is silver and mom's car is baby blue. Can't wait to try it out. Honestly, great job man!
Thanks! Really appreciate it :), hope you enjoy the product!
Brilliant review👍👏 that's what I was looking for
Glad I could help!
@@DmitrysGarage any chance you could do test with fusso vs bird dropping???
@@mickstory461 Not sure how to accomplish that since I don't own any birds haha. I can tell you that the general recommendation for all products is to wipe it off with a detail spray as soon as possible.
great review as always.
Glad you enjoyed it
I actually enjoy the glass and shine it produces in my car, it may be not the shiniest but it always looks clean for longer time that any other wax, sealant or detailing product I have ever used.
Thanks for your great effort
Glad you liked the video!
Nice quality videos👍
Great video, the wash test is really impressive but one thing (which I appreciate time doesn't really permit) is allowing the panel to dry in between washes. That's a really good test regardless!
This is the best paste wax/sealant there is out there, period. Nothing comes close to Soft99's product.
I think it's pretty incredible, the durability seems nuts. The only let down was just the gloss, I wish it looked prettier, but man you can't beat that durability. Let's face it though, you can't have it all. It's like asking an engine builder to make it cheap, powerful and reliable. Pick two!
@@DmitrysGarage Wow, incredible duration. Any recommendation to increase the shine of this product, any Quik wax?
it is truly incredible, coated 3 cars and there is like 95% left in the can, one purchase should last a lifetime ( well at least the cars lifetime)
Hi again!!
First impression, 04/20/21
As with ANY product, wax or sealant, we must take our time to clean and polish to achieve the max possible shine and perfection, and I am doing every part of my car (a Mercedes Sportcoupe,W203, silver) piece by piece.
The hood: clayed and after polished with Scholl E2000 and 3M Ultrafine, with a cordless rotary from Flex.
After polish, cleaned with Carpro Eraser (great product)
The Fusso Coat (new version) with it’s sponge, without any pressure, and so thin that it was almost transparent.
After a few minutes, it was very easy to retire, excellent shine and slickness, but I will put another coat to ensure a good protection.
Stay tuned!!
Best regards dear Dmitry 👍
Awesome thanks for the follow up Joaquin :)! I bet your Mercedes looks beautiful now!
@@DmitrysGarage Thank you dear Dmitry.
Nice review. 👍
Thanks! Appreciate it!
Thank you for mentioning the ppe and health hazards. I see too many videos where guys constantly test these car chemicals with no gloves, mask, glasses, poor ventilation etc.
Absolutely, I think people get a bit carried away with all the fruit scented products and forget that there can be risks.
I put this on my car last October before the winter set in here in the Midwest USA. It is STILL beading and made it the entire winter with all the road salt they generously throw on the roads where I live.
Yea it's a crazy product, I couldn't believe the durability when testing. Glad it's working well for you!
The most important step, as you already know, is prepping the surface. It feels really weird not applying another coat of wax since it is so durable. I will try to post how it handles the heat of summer since I have to park outside at work.
Yes, that wax was super durable, trust me mates
I love products from Soft99
Fantastic product. You don't need much at all per application so it should last some years for most. I still buy the original version here in the US. Preparation with chemical decontamination and claying the surface, prior to applying is very important.
Good video. A comparison to the new formula would be interesting. I believe it is now more expensive.
Thanks for watching! Absolutely going to have a new formula comparison. I have the new formula on order already!
I love Fusso soft 99. It is the only thing that stays on my car.
Hi dear Dmitry.
Something interesting about Fusso coat: after the extremely easy wash of my car, the drying towel seems to “fly over” the paint.
Seems that it becomes slicker after the first wash, and obviously the repelency is simply amazing.
Stay tuned.
Kind regards dear friend👍
Thats great to hear, it is a good product and this shows why slickness is important. Slickness prevents scratches and a slick product during washing and drying saves your paint. Always a pleasure to hear from you Joaquín!
Fusso is the most durable consumer paint sealant I have ever used. It can be temperamental and tough to apply/remove (if the user is not used to paste). It does also knock down gloss BUT I love using Soft99 King Of Gloss as a topper or Sonax BSD if I am in warm conditions or in a hurry. Yeah, it does smell🤣
I've used this for a few years, kinda sad they made a newer version it's lost most of what made it popular with the change. I started using it when I was living in North Dakota (very long, very cold winters) with a ton of salt on the roads every day. Corrosion was a big issue and this really seemed to last the full winter for me even tho I was normally paranoid and would top it up with turtle wax seal and shine about 5 months in.
I really liked the applicator tho, it's cheap, it's not great, but if you want to put an insanely thin layer on with it you could. It would get so cold there I would clean the car and park it in the garage and apply the wax, get cold go inside and remove it in the morning. If put on very thin it's insanely easy to remove and honestly I kinda liked giving it the night to set up -30 tends to make most waxes cure slowly anyways.
Guess I should add this but I've never actually achieved 12 months with this sealant, for me 9 months is about the limit but that is still really respectful when so many other products claim a year and 2-3 months later virtually gone.
Thank you for the detailed info! That sucks that the new one isnt as good. Mine is on the way so Ill do my test of it asap. Been coming from overseas for about a month now! As far as 9+ months in such rough conditions that seems excellent for a sealant. I bet here in Texas if it survives the heat (synthetics usually do) it could last quite a while.
@@DmitrysGarage Yeah, when I ordered mine way back it game directly from South Korea which is kinda odd since it's a Japanese product but I know what you mean lol.
Interesting experiment, I've used this product for the last two years and it works well, but buy my experience it goes by time and not by how many washers, remember the paintwork will stand in bad weather, sunlight and in my country! salt on the road. also my car is used as taxi so it gets hammered as a work horse. I get about 8 month before I need to spend a day and do the treatment all over again. Don't get me wrong. The test you done does proved that u can wash it as many times as u like and u still get great results.
Yep, so you're absolutely correct. This is durability testing, not longevity testing. Longevity is much harder for an enthusiast like me to test. Environments aren't constant, even in the same location they vary, maybe one panel gets more sunny days, other gets more rainy days, etc... So this is kind of as good as it gets. The rule of thumb I've used, which mostly applies to lower durability products (i.e. not coatings and other 50-100-500+ wash products), is one wash a month and compared it to amount of months claimed by the product. That metric was largely more useful when I was starting to test, because durability of products is rapidly increasing. Back then I used to find tons of stuff that you wash a few times and it's gone, can't possibly last a year or multiple years like promised. But I completely agree, this does not prove longevity. However, in my experience durability does strongly correlate with longevity. It's reasonable to believe a product that is hard to wash off will last and they do tend to when I personally use them (outside of testing). I have looked at other testing people do, such as simulating longevity through exposure to various chemicals as a torture test, but I also don't find those particularly interesting. Pouring brake fluid over a car's hood isn't something anyone does in real life. So for now the best I can do is give as many data points as I can to show how a product might last based on what I can test. I really appreciate your insightful comment and you watching the video!
If your car is garage kept, you will get 12 months out if this! My car is washed once a week and us outside 24/7 and I get a solid 6 months out if it. Excellent product! But the key to me to application is using a thin layer as you wax.
Over here in the states i use purple power rv & vehicle wash its a high ph wash. I strictly use this as a strip wash. Cant beat the price $7.00 a gallon you might find it on Amazon. This does not suds up to much i do wipe down panels with ipa or dedicated product. Soft99 great products as you can see.✌
Thanks for the tip Dwight! :)
I've got 3 cars and I've been using the same can of Fusso Coat, for almost 4 years.
I reapply every 9 or 10 months, whether it needs it or not.
A meter might indicate that it doesn't shine as well a P21s, but I want the durability.
Its funny but I just tested the new formula of this wax last week. I mentioned that I bet people were using the original formula as a lifetime supply, especially if they had one car ;).
I used this fusso 12 month's head to head with turtle Ceramic + Graphene Paste Wax anniversary version . the truth is fusso 99 kicked turtle ceramic 75yr anniversary version in the ass 100 % made my silver color car look like a color chrome car it was gleaming so bright i had to put on my sun glasses just to look at it NO LIE . I love love this stuff OOOHHH and i also have the old original formula .
It's off 99 Fusso it's one of the best waxes I have tried so far but I live in Florida so we have a lot of sun rain sap so I get probably six to seven months out of it
Thanks for watching Angelo! Glad you're enjoying the Fusso, I was very impressed with it myself. Thank you for sharing your real world experience, I'm sure it will help other viewers!
Ever since I tried the fussoI hadn't used any other waxes it's really good wax
There is a light version that has more gloss, this one is supposed to bring out deeper color, according to the guy in the store where I bought it at least.
Hi Dmitry, just discovered your channel and been liking and watching several of your video's and subd. I hope you are doing great? I liked your review on the soft99 and wanted to ask if its still as good as you showed in this video with respect to shine, or if there is something you think has come out better since March 28 2020 when this was made. I have a knew white truck and want to start out with something like this, I was even considering doing the Adam's graphene coating but if the shine rating is better on the soft99 will go that direction. Appreciate your time, great youtube channel! I respect your opinion :) Want to make sure I use one of your links for whatever I chose. Plus, I did watch your video comparing the original Fusso to the new one but I think that was made in 2020 as well.
Thanks for subscribing Robert! I'm doing great, obviously current news is awful, but in general things are good. I really liked Soft99, but I think it's strong suit is the durability and cost. I wouldn't say its necessarily the super shiniest thing out there. It is very easy to use though.
Comparing it with the Adam's Graphene Coating (liquid or spray) is a bit unfair as they're different product types. Adam's is definitely harder to use. You need to have good lighting and really take your time to lay the product down cleanly without high spots. It will retain more gloss than Soft99 by a good amount, within what the eye can see. It is also massively more durable than Soft99, but the skill level involved is definitely higher to apply correctly. Furthermore if you have no machine polisher and you apply it and make a high spot, you won't be able to get it out easily if you let it cure. You can get it out quickly right after with more of the product as a solvent, but once it's cured you really need to polish it out.
By far the best non coating protectant I've ever used. It's definitely not one of those high gloss, super shine, warm glow enhancing products upon application. But if it is applied to a highly polished defect free surface, after some time in the the elements it does maintain a good appearance better than most other sealants and waxes. The gloss and color enhancing components added to many other products are prominent with initial application, but break down quickly.
Thanks for watching Eddie! So far I'm very impressed with it too, but yea it's not the prettiest product visually. You really need a good surface like you noted.
Put a layer of Soft99 King of Gloss on top of the Fusso Coat and you will have amazing gloss. Best of both worlds.
No mess no fuss, turtle wax seal and shine,
With this you gotta make sure you don’t get it on any plastic/rubber trims, as well as little nooks and crannies that you might miss or the sealant dries into a thick chalky substance.
Thanks for watching, I like Seal N Shine too, but it's not as durable as this product. So if you want more durability it may be worth it to deal with the installation.
Dear Dmitry:
Today (04/18/2021) I am appliying the Fusso Coat (new version) on my silver Mercedes, already washed, clayed and polished (2 steps, with Scholl 2000 and with 3M Ultrafine).
I will put 2 coats of Fusso, and let’s see (with correct cleaning and care), the duration of this treatment.
I will tell you in this same vídeo my impressions.
Best regards from Mallorca, Spain, dear Dmitry 👍
Good to see you again Joaquin, let me know how your application goes! It's important to try to apply it pretty thin or cleaning it off can be a little harder than some other products. Hopefully it went well for you!
I wash weekly and 2 times a week in the winter. I'm in Minnesota so you get heat, below freezing temp and road salt. I might do half my car in this and coat the otherside with meguires hybrid coating both rated for 12+ months.
Used Fusso on my old Mercedes S211 and I like that it isn't boosting the gloss because my cooler was the Black metallic with a Green tint to it that's hard to show off with a high gloss.
I'm now going to se how the Dark Fusso looks on a Light Silver Passat 3B5 (I know I've has taking a marathon of steps back from driving a Mercedes to driving af VW but it was unfortunately what I had to do 😕)
Glad you like Fusso Coat. Ill be testing more of their products soon. Thanks for watching!
I thought you’d have stopped after 12.. boy was I wrong
im buying riggghhhttttt nowwwww
I think you'll enjoy the product!
This is Flourine based correct? If so, flourine is a popular coating for high end camera lenses that helps with dust/dirt/oil repellency, as well as something that is easy to clean.
Yep it's supposed to be a ptfe coating. Interesting! Sometimes there are really good synergies between industries.
@@DmitrysGarage
Teflon is PTFE. I doubt it’s applied to camera lenses.
@@FrankGutowski-ls8jt they actually do use ptfe (teflon) on lenses, including glasses. Zeiss for instance has their Teflon Clear Coat AR coating.
thank you dimitry for your test! i appreciate your effort!
i have question, so we cant use this product on the bumpers, because the bumpers are coated as well with the same paint and layers no? thank you and regards from switzerland
Glad you enjoyed the video! You can apply this to painted surfaces. So if the bumpers are plastic but painted same as the rest of the car it's ok. If the bumpers are however matte or unpainted plastic, then do not apply it as it will cause discoloration.
@@DmitrysGarage makes sense, thank you for your reply!
The 2 things that keep me away from Fusso Coat are the tricky application (even the new version isnt that easy) and the near total lack of "gloss". I am currently using Soft99 Mirror Shine, which looks amazing and is by far the easiest to apply wax I ever had.
How long does it appear to last?
@@snail415 About 2 months with regular washing on old, worn paint. My coworker said it lasts about 3 months on his newer car.
What product would you recommend as a top off for this wax to make it more glossy?
Fusso coat then top up with gyeon wet coat works for me
Ill give that a shot sometime!
Good review. Pl advise Can soft99 fusso be applied to headlights to protect them from fading?
Thanks! I generally only recommend ceramic or silica based products on plastics. Some pastes and liquids, unless otherwise indicated on the label, can stain plastics.
Have you tested the Swiss wax? How would that do against soft99?
I would like to know the diference bitween the fusso coat dark and the light at the sames paints. This color would be perfect for this test. Please do it.
Thanks for the idea. Ill add it to my list so we can compare. Would be interesting to see if there is much difference!
Hey, I know it's kinda late lol but I'll help you out. I had the same question before buying Fusso and did some googling. Somebody on reddit claimed they talked directly to somebody from Soft99 and they explained that the "light" version of Fusso contains a higher ratio of solvents and "cleans" (whatever that means) the surface better. The "dark" version we see here could be considered a purer, stronger form of the wax, from what I understand. Just FYI, I've used the dark version on white cars, and on many other colors, and it works great every time.
@@fdu6 I used the light on a dark blue car. The car was lighter in color, it looked like another painting. But as the wax comes out you can see the different shades through the painting.
Please review the soft99 kiwami next.. i dont find alot of review about that.
I'll add that to my list :)
Soft 99 Fusso Coat + Sonax BSD= Super Combo lasts 12+ months easily.
Yea i could see that as a great combo!
For sure
Was Fusso left white residue over the small chipped paint finishing ?
Thanks for watching! No the chips are white on their own, it's not from the Fusso.
I put Soft99 on my wife’s black Mazda Tribute SUV. The car is driven daily in our harsh Chicago environment. The coating was still beading after 14 months. I’ve worked with just about every product out there and none have come close to Soft99 for longevity. Most of the products I’ve used that claim 12 months protection have lasted 6 months, at best(and that includes many big-buck sealants).
Glad to hear you’re seeing similar real world results to the test. Thanks for watching!
could this be used as a ceramic topper? I did hear some waxes/sealants could clog the ceramic coating ..which is said, it is not good
Tom, I would not use this as a topper, because it has a lot of solvents in it and it's likely to dissolve the ceramic coating.
i dont have indoor garage, can i use exterior cover while wait for curing time?
do i need to wait 15 minutes before buffing, if we lives in warm to hot country? like 37°C - 38°C mostly
I would expect it to cure quicker, once it seems hazed and wipes up easily it should be fine.
@@DmitrysGarage thank you
Could carpro hydro 2 be used as a topper on this?
U can use the plastic cap to pop open the can
Can you please test proje ceramic coating? No one...I mean no one has video one testing it! Thanks!
Thanks for the suggestion Derek. I will look into the product and see if it is something I can review. I do already wonder about their claims; "CUT CAR WASH TIME TO 5 MINUTES" You're definitely not doing a good job washing your car if you do it in 5 minutes, don't care how good your coating/wax is.
Tonyin ceremoc crystal vs mothers which one is best?
is it ok to put another layer of wax like carnauba wax after applying the soft99? nice review btw ^_^
It should be ok, but I recommend testing it out since chemical interactions could occur (i.e. top wax strps the bottom wax).
@@DmitrysGaragethats what im thinking too and also if i put another layer of wax the hydrophobic properties of fusso will be lessen. btw keep doing like this video mate ! ^_^
Will i be able to machine polished lets says after 5 months after i applied this? Thanks
Yes, you can polish this off later, it should come off with a light compound.
What is your opinion comparing this product to collinite 915/845? Waxes i prefer. Is the beading/sheeting much better than this all american classics?
John, Ive not tested 915, but the 845 is much weaker than this product as far as beading and longevity.
If compare to turtle wax graphene, of this PTFE base Fusso perform better?
Unfortunately i have not tested the turtle version of graphene. It is in my shop and I will test it very soon
what wax has the highest gloss unit?
Does Fusso affect microfibers towels like ceramic coatings, having to demote the used towels to less delicate surfaces?
I didn't have that issue with Fusso. It seemed to come off in the wash. Thanks for watching!
@@DmitrysGarage thanks for the reply. I'm looking into Fusso or Botny as a sealant during the rainy season in Asia. Highly going to use a DA and wax pad, to spread it. Does it stain rubber or plastic trim?
I haven't tried Botny, but I would definitely avoid putting Fusso on plastics/rubber.
How does this fair with the likes of Finish Kare 1000 HP? Thanks
Havent tried that one yet. There are so many products out there! Will add this to my list. Thanks for watching!
Was your test panel glass? Isn't this product designed for application on paint only or can it be used on windscreens?
Padma, thanks for watching and commenting! It is a glass panel, but we're only testing gloss on it, not durability. That being said, I've found the vast majority of products do work on glass/windscreens. Some better than others, especially when wipers and bug/de-ice spray are involved.
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Hi and thanks for a fast reply. Sorry for the typo errors, I didn’t check. So what I meant by my question was that I thought these chemicals are meant to bond to the clear coat and then create a reaction with each other which produces first gloss/shine, then hydrophobic protection? I just assumed it wouldn’t be designed to bond to glass in the same way so therefore gloss testing on glass wouldn’t have the correct results compared with a gloss test with a clear coated panel? Sorry for my ignorance, I am new at this and looking for quality products. Your tests are great BTW 👌
how to strip or remove fusso coat?
do not apply on the bumper ? even with paint on it ? or do not apply on raw bumper?
I believe they mean an oldschool bumper, like a vinyl, rubber or textured plastic trimmed one.
Is it ok to apply some spray shine once it is being applied by the soft99 fusso?? Specially after car washes
You would really have to test it out. Some products play well together, some dont. Unfortunately i havent tested that!
@@DmitrysGarage thanks.. hopefully you can top up so to speak or maintain the ceramic wax being applied on the car and maybe it would last longer or maintain its integrity per wash.. i got to clean my car 2-4x a week .. :)
can i use both fusso coat and with fusso authentic premium as my top coat
I haven’t tried Fusso Authentic Premium yet, but I imagine that it will work fine.
Haven’t tried premium, but if you apply Kiwami on top of fuso it adds a excellent layer of gloss.
Gloss enhancer and wax in the shampoo?
It's just Adam's basic shampoo, it does not claim to include any wax or gloss enhancers. I use it for all my other tests, so it wasn't the shampoo adding to the wax. Thanks for watching!
Why not use the gloss meter on the hood?
Sean, I used to do this. Unfortunately there are drawbacks to that plan. For one the hood is not a flat surface, so you have to hold the gloss meter carefully. Secondly it is a painted and polished surface so the GU rating varies across the surface. Finally because waxes are not usually self leveling the inconsistency between the thickness of the wax and the variance in gloss on the hood makes it harder to gauge results. This is why I do 5 measures on the test panel, so I can see if the wax has high and low spots. The test panel I use is +/- a few 10ths of a gloss unit across the whole thing. This way we get much more consistent and easy results.
The test panel looked pretty good before your started.
Soft99 Fusso vs Nu Finish durability test ✌🏻
Nu finish is on my list for sure!)
Dmitry's Garage Can’t wait for the outcome which one lasts longer 😀
Jesus christ I can't believe you actually did 70 washes 😂
How many gallons of water was wasted? 🙃
Btw, great video.
Thanks! A lot less water than you’d think, because pressure washers are very water efficient vs like a garden hose.
how about testing Ammo skin?
Definitely on my list. Thanks for watching!
Would you recommend this for satin wrapped cars?
Satin/matte is always a bit of a challenge. I would go ceramic coating if it were me. Its the safest bet to avoid making the satin/matte finish look polished.
@@DmitrysGarage the car that will be used for this coating has Avery Dennison Satin black wrap. It has a glossy/matte finish, a more glossy finish than Hexis Satin black wrap. So yes it might be a challenge!
I have used Gyeon q2m and Tershine Refract without any problems so far.
I have used different methods of applying the Gyeon q2m, but it would last a maximum of 1 week, and the hydrophobic would disappear.
My plan was to use fusso coat with Tershine refract to get that little bit of gloss back.
The only ceramic coating for matte wraps that I can think of is Gyeon q2 Matte. I wonder if you have used any Gyeon Ceramic coating product, and how it would compare against the fusso coat, or would you say it is hard to compare?
Great videos btw! Definitely subscribed.!
anyone else imagining him talking in a russian accent.
Haha, i'm actually terrible at doing a stereotypical russian accent. Mine comes out like 1/2 borat 1/2 german.
Can I apply Fusso with DA polisher?
I wouldn't recommend it as paste waxes are harder to dose with a DA and this particular product can be a bit tougher to wipe up. I'd go by hand. Thanks for watching!
You definitely do NOT want to use a DA. This stuff needs a small foam applicator to get it right. Be hard pushing it into the tin, twist a quarter turn, and then softly smear it on the panel…avoiding edges. Let your towel wipe-off ‘take’ the product to the edges. Trust me- this stuff is serious and cures very quickly. You have to be skilled to get the most out of it. That’s why I love it.
Does have uv protrction?
The bottle indicates it does protect from UV.
Used this on my car today. Love the product, but too bad I scratch my car up everytime applying it because it's a paste wax. Polish -> Coat (Scratchmania) -> Unable to remove the wax -> Anger -> Polish -> ... Never ending cycle :')
You might be using a little too much. Its very easy to over apply this wax. Its the worst thing about it. You gotta just go really thin. Also make sure your buffing towels are nice and soft, rag company has some great options. Also a spritz of detail spray can help. I dont use it in my tests to avoid tainting the test, but it works in practice.
@@DmitrysGarage Thank you for the tips man! I know the wax is very easy to over apply, but I think it's more the fact I own a black car and I gotta touch it to apply and buff the product haha! Could be the pads, towel too for all I know. Breathing scratches black paint lol. By spritzing detail spray, do you mean with applying and spray the pad or when buffing and spray the panel?
@@kjwakjwa8502 I mean applying the detail spray to the buffing towel when removing, it's useful if you over applied. Should help soften up the remaining surface wax to come off. Try it out next time it is being stubborn!
I would recommend changing your notation system. 1 point per wash does not make sense. It will mask the other criteria. Basically even an awful product to apply, no gloss, no softness, will get a high mark if it lasts a high number of washes. I'd recommend giving a point for every 5 or 10 washes instead.
I'll definitely consider it. My reasoning was that durability seems to be the biggest factor people look at. Some products do get hit pretty hard to gloss, like Last Coat 2 lost 10 points on gloss. It definitely hurt it on the top chart. I am also working on a way to do UV and heat testing in a standardized way that should help. I'm also still researching how to test slickness in an affordable and consistent way so it should start to balance out scoring beyond just durability. I will consider what you said though.
@@DmitrysGarage For slickness you could use a teflon pad you put on a horizontal test surface. Then you slowly recline the surface and you measure at what angle the pad starts to slide. You can measure the angle accurately and cheaply with an inclinometer or digital angle gage (maybe averaging 5 measurements). www.amazon.com/dp/B0148M7P4O/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awdb_imm_t1_dDyQFbNDSGCH0?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Is that hood from a Ford Fusion?
The hood is from a Fusion, good eye. I may have mentioned the model year in the video where I got it from a junk yard.
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I have the ford mondeo in the uk....same car different name ...
The hood with all its contours is the part which sends my head into a frenzy...
Where the heck do you start to machine polish it?...
Would you be concerned with running the pad along or over those lines?
Ultimately it's only 9 months old so paint just needs a light polishing before it gets hit with some Fusso...
Any thoughts would be appreciated
Dave, the contours are annoying. When machine polishing avoid high siding the polisher on the ridges. Basically treat all flat surfaces separately. So hit the big flats. Then angle the polisher and hit the small vertical flats (a smaller polisher pad would be nice here) and then lightly hit the ridges. If you try to just polish flat over the ridges you’re putting too much friction/heat on them.
@@DmitrysGarage much appreciated...
I'll go easy on this area...
Thankfully it just needs finessing not the full on correction
It don't take 15 minutes, 5 to 8 mons is more than enough, and don't do 3 panels at a time. Fusso is best done in small areas, if it dries to much it goes like powder and can be very tricky to remove
Soak the applicator with water and ring it out
It keeps the applicator from building up with wax
It also helps in putting just a tiny amount on the applicator which is all you need
I also work in small areas ( 2 x 2)
It flashes within a minute
No residue left over
Very easy to wipe off and then Buff
And no high spots
Its a great product
You can put a second layer on top after 24 hrs and will get a year out of it for sure
Or use Fusso King Of Gloss or Mirror shine for more gloss as a topper and sacrificial layer.
A can should last you literally years.
Good video. My only concern is that washing this panel over and over and saying that its equivelent to 12 months of cars washes or more. It's not real world testing you know. You dont have hours and hours of the sun beating down on it or road crap or salt and oils from other nasty vehicles. Under real world conditions the durability is probably a lot less. ty
You're absolutely right and I do touch on that in the video. In my testing I use 12 as a plausible benchmark saying that if it can pull off at least 12 it's plausible it may last a year. Obviously there are variables in the real world that can't be control tested in a comparable way with other products. Thanks for watching!
Consider someday developing or applying a slipperiness test. Possibly by measuring the force needed to move an object up an inclined surface. Or perhaps measuring the time a weight takes to move an object up the surface.
www.hsimagazine.com/article/slipperiness-assessment-512/
Frank, ive been trying to make a test for this and looked into tribometers. I tried a few sled type ideas but they’re not sensitive enough in practice to be consistent for this application. The rollercoaster idea is one i had not considered. Perhaps this is a better way to get consistency. Professional tribometers are quite pricey, thousands of dollars. Thanks for the link!
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The steep drop followed by long horizontal slide version might be applicable. Force is constant (gravity). Measure distance a sled travels.
@@FrankGutowski-ls8jt Exactly! This is what i want to try as a "rollercoaster" version of a tribometer. Great video :)
U V is the one of the biggest killers. Be interest to know how long in fairs / lasts in the sun...does that diminish it life and protection...
I need a garage first