Pete's 53 or Rainforest Rub

Discussion in 'Last Steps: Waxes, Sealants, and Coatings' started by jrt81, May 3, 2010.

  1. jrt81

    jrt81 Virgin Detailer

    Hi Guys,

    I need recommendations please.
    I would like to get some inputs on the CG Pete's 53 and the Dodo Rainforest Rub.
    There are deals on these 2 right now, which I think they are both around $40 right now.

    My rides are Graphite Pearl Accord, and an Ocean Mist Odyssey.

    Many thanks for your inputs.
     
  2. Russ

    Russ Virgin Detailer

    Can't speak for DODO but Pete's 53 really bring out the shine and flakes in the paint. Super ease on/off too.
     
  3. vtec92civic

    vtec92civic Nuba Guru

    yeah i have never used Dodo products though i have wanted to.

    Even though you didn't list it i personally like CG 50/50 which is very similar to Pete's 53

    so i would say Pete's 53
     
  4. luke093

    luke093 Welcome to Detailing

  5. 911Fanatic

    911Fanatic DB Pro Supporter

    I've had a tin of that for about a year. Guess I should bust it open! LOL
     
  6. Magnum

    Magnum Any Rag Vehicle Washer

    Pete's 53 gets my vote for its very smooth texture and sharp shine.

    50/50 is a very different wax to Pete's 53. Both are worth having, but Pete's 53 has better shine IMO, while 50/50 is a pleasure to use and has slightly better durability.
     
  7. billyblooshoes

    billyblooshoes DB Forum Supporter

    petes 53 hands down.
     
  8. 02CAMSS

    02CAMSS Jedi Nuba

    Pete's smokes rainforest!!! Rainforest did not impress me at all.
     
  9. hoppy6698

    hoppy6698 Birth of a Detailer

    Never had rainforest, but I love the sheen from Pete's!
     
  10. domino

    domino Welcome to Detailing

    my admittedly limited testing with Dodo waxes didnt really impress me

    and everything ive tried from CG has, especially E-zyme

    so on that basis, my vote is Pete's
     
  11. vtec92civic

    vtec92civic Nuba Guru

    woot woot . . . . . 50/50 is like butter literally. Goes on super easy and removal is a breeze.
     
  12. GDAL

    GDAL Guest

    you can't go wrong with Pete's ... but 50/50 is a great wax too
     
  13. cleanfiend

    cleanfiend Jedi Nuba

    ugh. i also cant decide between petes 53, 50/50, and rainforest rub. the opinion here seems to be ditch the dodo.

    man...the desire for wax is never satisfied
     
  14. jrt81

    jrt81 Virgin Detailer

    Thank you guys.

    Yeah, so looks like skip the Dodo RR.

    Luke093, thanks for the link. I got home late last night and missed out on that deal.

    Looks like Pete's 53 then.

    Question though, has anyone used both Pete's 53 and Pinnacle Signature Series?

    I would like some Pro's and Cons with those 2.

    Thanks.
     
  15. sal329

    sal329 Nuba Guru

    SSII is an eassy on and off wax, looks great, repels dirt nicely only down side is durability. My wifes Accord was waxed 2 weeks ago with SSII and after all the pollen and some bird poop it rained and looks almsot like it was washed with a car soap.
     
  16. Zechariaha

    Zechariaha Any Rag Vehicle Washer

    i prefer petes although 50/50 does work very well
     
  17. Emile

    Emile Welcome to Detailing

    Pete's 53 is an excellent wax, it was the first CG wax I ever bought...really nice depth of shine and very nice on Metallic paints. But I have long finished my tub of '53 and in the future I'd like to try the 50/50 paste wax as you get double the product but not much more money.
     
  18. trhland

    trhland Nuba Guru

    idlove to try more waxes in the future. but after useing swissvax for a couple yearsnow . i dont think i need to try others.. im thrilled with swissvax. easy on and easyer off. and nice durability . and great deepglossy look. and im still on my first tub:applause:
     
  19. supercharged

    supercharged DB Forum Supporter

    Pete's 53!
     
  20. Chas

    Chas DB Forum Supporter

    Pete's 53 fo shizzle
     

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