Ekona Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 And no, I don't just mean run out and you need to buy a new pot I've a small pot of Supernatural that I've had for a while now and it's done a good few applications, but it's now getting to the point where a quick dap of the pad isn't getting any product as it's all round the edges of the pot. Is there an easy way to solve this? My initial thought was to chuck it in the microwave for a few mins to melt it, and then let it reset at the bottom of the pot. Is that genius, or an incredibly stupid idea? I'm sure it's one or the other! Or do I just scrape it out with a knife and put it into a different container? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilogikal1 Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 I wouldn't melt it myself, mainly because it's a hybrid wax. Most waxes require a specific cooling routine to get the correct texture and consistency too. Certainly don't microwave it, hot solvents in a confined space is likely to end badly! A hot, dry spoon or knife should do the trick though. The best way would be when you next plan to use it, scrape it out and re-mould it with your hands using the excess on the car when you're done (thus no wastage). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted March 7, 2013 Author Share Posted March 7, 2013 Boo, that doesn't sound like fun at all Come on, no-one going to tell me that microwaving is a great idea?! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilogikal1 Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 Or, ignore me altogether and take Dodo Juice's advice from here http://www.detailingworld.com/forum/showthread.php?t=260081 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GT4 Zed Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 Don't be tight Dan just get a new pot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisS Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 I'm getting worried about you Dan, your becoming tight...................................... like me. Buy another bloody pot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoogyRev Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 scrape it out in to the lid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downhuman Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 Use your fingers... best way to apply it anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted March 7, 2013 Author Share Posted March 7, 2013 Tight? Moi??!! Do I look frickin' Scottish to you lot! :lol: Tbh I've never got this low on a pot before, I've still got half a pot of DJ Blue Velvet and Swissvax Zuffenhousen sitting around, but this is only a lickle pot of the DJSN. I reckon I've another two applications at least in there if I scrape it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spursmaddave Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 Microwave it and video it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ioneabee Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 I agree - go for the microwave I'm several hundred miles away, so will be safe enough Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glrnet Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 Microwave and see what happens, you know you want to.......................... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted March 7, 2013 Author Share Posted March 7, 2013 So, do I listen to the manufacturer or some randoms from the interweb? Randoms it is! I'll do it this weekend and post the video up. YOLO etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glrnet Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuarty Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 Tight? Moi??!! Do I look frickin' Scottish to you lot! :lol: Tbh I've never got this low on a pot before, I've still got half a pot of DJ Blue Velvet and Swissvax Zuffenhousen sitting around, but this is only a lickle pot of the DJSN. I reckon I've another two applications at least in there if I scrape it! Your no pretty enough to be Scottish!! If its the hybrid SN wax/sealer then i wouldn't use heat. If it's just SN wax it should be ok. I wouldn't use the microwave though. I would place it in some hot water. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted March 7, 2013 Author Share Posted March 7, 2013 MICROWAVE IS HAPPENING BIZNATCH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glrnet Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 Hot water is far too sensible 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downhuman Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 I'd suggest adding iron filings, then microwaving. Or simply dig out wax, add to aluminium foil, then microwave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spursmaddave Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 Make sure you stir it with a big metal spoon and leave it in the microwave too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BulletMagnet Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 So, do I listen to the manufacturer or some randoms from the interweb? Randoms it is! I'll do it this weekend and post the video up. YOLO etc. Never heard the term YOLO used in relation to car wax, lmao Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spursmaddave Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 So, do I listen to the manufacturer or some randoms from the interweb? Randoms it is! I'll do it this weekend and post the video up. YOLO etc. Never heard the term YOLO used in relation to car wax, lmao I think it's because after he heats it in the microwave he is using it to have a back, sack and crack wax... YOLO indeed.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ioneabee Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 shouldn't that be spelt iolo - you know, if you're going to attempt welsh names, at least get the spelling right Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BulletMagnet Posted March 7, 2013 Share Posted March 7, 2013 shouldn't that be spelt iolo - you know, if you're going to attempt welsh names, at least get the spelling right You Only Live Once Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ekona Posted March 10, 2013 Author Share Posted March 10, 2013 Goddammit the light in my microwave is broken now and you can't see a damn thing, so there's no point in videoing the wax melting FFS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spursmaddave Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 Put a metal spoon in the pot like I said, that will light it up a treat YOBAMO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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