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Old Aug 10, 2000 | 12:44 AM
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It's wonderful stuff
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Old Aug 10, 2000 | 09:14 AM
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I know that we can be quick to criticise, but I also think it is important to praise as well. I bought the WW starter kit and used it for the first time at the weekend. The finish was excellent and even now, nearly a week on (and a fair amount of rain), the car still looks good. I think you can say I am very impressed.

So if you are thinking of buying the waxes - do it. It is probably the simplest (and cheapest) way to improve (and preserve) the looks of your car. Don't waste your time with the stuff you can buy in the high street. I think it will be Merlin wax next time...

I was lucky enough to meet Mark Underwood and Sunil purely by chance last night (pleasure to meet you both) and it was nice to speak to someone who really knows their stuff when it comes to car care.

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Old Aug 10, 2000 | 09:39 AM
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Two other BBS members have just taken the plunge and bought some Wax Wizard kits. The emails of amazement and praise which came back after the weekend were very nice indeed!

Hopefully giving mine a clean tonight ready for Donno!

See you all tomorrow!!

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Old Aug 10, 2000 | 09:44 AM
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I tried emailing WW to buy some but so far have had no reply.

Then again maybe i emailed the wrong place, as there appear to be a raft of different WW companies popping up all over the place, if you're reading this Mr underwood, drop me a line i want to give you some money !
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Old Aug 10, 2000 | 10:23 AM
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Mark did say that the online shop should be up and running, so you could try the website:
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Old Aug 10, 2000 | 11:23 AM
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Ihave emailed u directly as to how to order and a recommendation of what to have,

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Old Aug 10, 2000 | 02:03 PM
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Mark - I've been looking at your online shop. Very nice. Which is the WaxWizard equivalent of the Zym*l "shampoo" (the nice-smelling blue stuff)? Is it the cleansers? If so, which one do I need for a reddish blue Scooby?

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Old Aug 10, 2000 | 04:03 PM
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David

The cleansers are just that...pre wax cleaners like HD Cleanse.

Shampoo...if u want some of the Z stuff call us on 0800 074 1608. Got lots of specials on Z* stuff at the moment. Just had a delivery in from the states. Tell me what u want and thou shall have.
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Old Aug 10, 2000 | 04:42 PM
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Ok, I am thinking of taking the plunge, after many years of Halfords and Turtlewax
Mark, I have a sonic blue scoob which is parked on the drive in all weather and I am a lazy lazy man. Whats a good wax for me? I wont want to apply it very often - unless it's as quick as a shammy (Which I also hate doing).
Plus I am suffering from stone-chip's on rear arches (stupid fat tyres). So need some easy way to hide the minor scratches.
In fact, I am one sorry mother f.
Please help me o WoW!
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Old Aug 10, 2000 | 04:43 PM
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Havent we flogged the WW/Honeywax/"its so amazing" thread to death previously?

Yawn . . . .

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Old Aug 10, 2000 | 04:56 PM
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Some people like flogging! Anyway, look at the number of "which exhaust?" "what upgrade?" threads which are repeated!

Looks like the Wax Wizard himself will be at Donno tomorrow!!!!!!!
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Old Aug 10, 2000 | 04:57 PM
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Don't start Mark on the honeywax....
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Old Aug 10, 2000 | 07:34 PM
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Chuck, you need the Merlin Wax.....its soooo easy to use, Mark waxed (i.e. applied and buffed off) half my bonnet in 56 secs!!......who says you cant wax a car in under half an hour!

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Old Aug 10, 2000 | 07:36 PM
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PS.....Chris didnt meet us by chance, he was frequenting the same red light district as us ;-). Only thing was me and Mark were pimpin, and Chris was kerb crawling ;-)
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Old Aug 10, 2000 | 10:10 PM
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Sunil....dont tell every one what we do in our own time after work. My missus genuinely thought I had some commercial appointments.

Chuckster..call me tomorrow (Friday) on 0402 822544 as I will be at Donno. Got just the stuff for u and I'll have it at Donno. Maybe see ya there. Look forward to your call.

Start me off on Honeywax...yummy. I'll think I prep my car and make a mould from for prosterity.
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Old Aug 10, 2000 | 11:19 PM
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Just check the pics of PTMW! @
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Old Aug 11, 2000 | 12:53 AM
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Mark Underwood,

I've sent you an email asking for a trial pack of your products. However I have had no answer, if you are reading this, can you email me using my email address in my profile.

I use MER on my Impreza but after reading all the excellent feedback on your products I may be tempted to change.

Thanks,

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Old Aug 11, 2000 | 09:33 AM
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Bugger - been found out again
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Old Aug 11, 2000 | 09:23 PM
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Mark,

****e i thought we had all the cash laundered and you never told us you were a married pimp ;-)

Paul,
Stop using Mer, its abrasive.

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Old Aug 12, 2000 | 04:33 PM
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I've been in touch with Mark about his products with a prospect of trying to get a similar kit for the RSOC. After chatting to him about the possibilities of such a kit he sent me some of his No2 cleanser and some wax to try out on my black RS and the results were absolutely outstanding. I couldn't believe how deep the shine was compared to the Turtle wax, Simonez and Autoglym products.
Someone came to look at the car next day and bought it straight away without even trying to haggle the price down at all. The car looked amazing (for an Escort you understand.. cos a polished turd is still a turd afterall ). Anyway, a big thanks to Mark and the Scoobynet community that brought this product to my attention. I will definitely be using his product when I get mynew car.
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Old Aug 12, 2000 | 06:14 PM
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What new car will you be waxing then Jim ?
Coming over to the Dark side are we

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Old Aug 13, 2000 | 09:18 AM
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<ready to leap with band wagon in sight>

Have just got and used Merlin starter pack. Brilliant.

Even the shampoo brought the car up a treat, the cleanse (no2) was a bitch. Mark, I hated you for an hour!! thank god it only needs doing twice a year, but the result was worth it!! Now with one coat of merlin wax, (and one to go) fantsatic.

I can't beleive how easy the Merlin was is to apply and buff up. 30 minutes for the whole car.

Even the wheel cleaner is superb. so much better than Wonder Wheels, and easier/quicker to use.

Cheers Mark - now for 2nd coat of wax......
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Old Aug 13, 2000 | 04:06 PM
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Mark, i E-mailed you direct for some advise on your product, at the moment i use MER and need convincing to change to WW please E-mail me . Rik.c
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Old Aug 13, 2000 | 04:42 PM
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Rik.C

I have already replied direct to u. If u want u can call today on 0402 822544
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Old Aug 13, 2000 | 09:27 PM
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Mark i never received your E-mail any chance you could re-send it for me, cheers. Rik
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Old Aug 14, 2000 | 01:50 PM
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rik

WW and Mer are like Butter and cheap marg. Mer is a Polish, WW is Wax.

Mer is great for getting marks/scratches out, and takes it down to the bare paintwork, but leaves the suface peppered with tiny scratches itself. WW is a wax that coats and protects the paintwork, and gives a deep shine!

I used to use Mer, then went to autogym and now onto WW. The difference is stunning.

Will still use mer if I have scratches to get out etc, but will WW after to get the finish.

[This message has been edited by GaryC (edited 14 August 2000).]
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Old Aug 14, 2000 | 08:01 PM
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HD Cleanse will get out most scratches that Mer will anyhow.

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Old Aug 14, 2000 | 08:56 PM
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Richard

Your email has been resent.

Gary... cleanse is designed not only to cleanse the paint and remove the contamination etc but will also remove swirls and minor scratches. Cleanse No2 will make mince meat of swirls etc and for more bad scratches u just has to press harder. The oils sink into the paint and rejuvenate it and swell the surrounding area so that the swirls etc self heal.
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Old Aug 14, 2000 | 11:17 PM
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I guess I'm one of the geezers the Mossman alludes to.

4 hours of hard work and it's mint. My wife was so impressed she even helped.

It looks AWESOME and more.......

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Old Aug 15, 2000 | 02:00 PM
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In that case...consider the Mer binned!!
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