How
much RejeX is needed to treat various sized vehicles?
The RejeX coating is very thin (approximately 1 micron), so a little goes a very
long
way. A 16 oz. bottle should cover:
• A
single-engine airplane tip to tail
• A 35’ boat or RV
• 3 regular SUVs or large sedans
• 4 economy or sports cars
How
long does RejeX last?
Longevity varies depending on various environmental factors, including:
• If
RejeX was applied properly per instructions (i.e. a clean, cool surface,
etc.)?
•
How long was RejeX allowed to cure before the vehicle was returned to
service
• Where the vehicle is stored: garaged, hangered, or stored
outside
• Frequency of washing and kind (if any) of detergent
is used
• The kind of contaminants the vehicle is regularly exposed to
Typically,
RejeX lasts between 6 and 8 months, although we have numerous reports from
customers who say it lasted well over a year. High abrasion areas,
like
leading edges airplane wings, may require more frequent application – perhaps
every 3-4 months.
The
label states that RejeX needs to cure "out of the elements"
for twelve hours. For larger vehicles like commercial trucks, RVs
and boats that
are stored outdoors, how can that be accomplished?
By “out of the elements” we mean to avoid direct sunlight that could
heat the application surface excessively. Also, don’t apply RejeX when
there’s
a probability of imminent rain. It’s important to select a good day and
apply RejeX in an area where the vehicle is not likely to get stains on it (tree
sap, bird droppings, etc.) until RejeX has had a chance to cure.
What happens
if my vehicle gets wet before the 12-hour curing interval is complete?
Moisture absorbed from the air is the catalyst that causes RejeX to polymerize
(turn into a polymer).
The
longer
it
cures
– up
to
about
12
hours –
the
more durable the finish. Usually if RejeX gets any curing
time at all (even an hour or two), it’s going to outlast most waxes. If
the
product
gets a little wet while it’s curing (e.g. a light sprinkle
or morning dew), there’s usually not a problem. Try to avoid heavy rain
and
lawn sprinklers until RejeX has had at least several hours of curing time.
Can
you use RejeX over wax?
While RejeX will certainly work over wax and give you the benefits
of enhanced gloss, superior protection for your paint and rejection
of stains, it’s
better to put RejeX right on top of the paint. Waxes are typically much softer
and less durable than RejeX. When RejeX is put on top of wax – even though
RejeX will protect and extend the life of the wax – eventually the wax
will degrade. When that occurs, the RejeX protection will wash off with the old
wax
(since
in this case RejeX
is bonded to the wax rather than directly to the paint). To get full longevity
out of the product, use RejeX instead of wax.
Is
there any benefit to applying a second coat of RejeX?
Yes, there are some benefits to multiple coats. A second coat will add
luster, provide more UV protection and the vehicle will be protected
longer. For problem areas like diesel soot on the transom of large boat
and black streaks common on RVs and boats that are stored outside, a
second application of RejeX is sometimes needed to reject these stains.
For the added benefit, it is important to allow RejeX to cure fully between
coats. Does RejeX contain UV inhibitors?
There are no specific UV inhibitors added to RejeX.
That being said, RejeX will still provide better
protection against UV deterioration and fading that most wax-type
products. RejeX is a tough, impermeable polymer
film, so just by its more durable nature it’s going
to outlast and out-protect waxes. Waxes have a
very limited lifespan, and as they degrade they lose their
ability to protect from environmental damage. That’s
why most wax-type products must add UV inhibitor
chemicals. In addition, RejeX seals paint behind
a polymer film barrier, which effectively retards
the oxidation process. Finally, RejeX has an extraordinarily
high light refractive index, which means that the
majority of the light spectrum (including UV)
is being
rejected from the surface rather than being allowed
to penetrate into the paint.
Why
can’t RejeX be used porous, oxidized paint?
RejeX contains no cleaning agents or micro-abrasives,
which are contained in most waxes and all polishes.
RejeX was formulated in this manner in order to be
completely safe to use on airplane windshields, but
it's also safe to use on glass, Plexiglas, Eisenglass
(the clear vinyl windows used
on boat canvas and some convertibles) and
all clear coat finishes. Without these polishing
micro-abrasives, RejeX will not compound/polish off
oxidized paint.
What
makes a RejeX protected vehicle easier to clean?
RejeX leaves a film coating that’s so non-porous
and slick most contaminants can’t
penetrate or adhere to it. Certainly the
acids in bug splats, bird droppings, tree
sap, exhaust deposits, brake dust and
other contaminants commonly encountered in
normal driving conditions won’t
penetrate RejeX. While these contaminants
will still get on your car, since they can't
stick, cleaning them off is much easier.
Will
RejeX help clean my vehicle?
RejeX is not a cleaner. It is important to get your vehicle as clean as possible
prior to applying the product. RejeX leaves a durable protective
barrier, but it will seal in stains just as effectively as it seals them
out.
Will
RejeX keep hard water stains and mineral deposits off my boat or
car?
Mineral deposits and water spots will be greatly reduced and generally can be
wiped
right off.
Can
RejeX be used on the 3M Paint Protection Clear Film products used
to protect the front of cars and RVs?
Yes. The Scotchgard™
films are very
good for protecting paint from small road debris
that can chip paint, but bugs and other road grime
can be difficult to clean off
the material. RejeX makes the cleanup process much
easier
Will RejeX keep the black streaks off my boat and RV?
It won't keep them off, but it makes them
much easier to clean. For problem areas like
black streaks, a
second application of RejeX is sometimes needed to reject these stains.
Should
I put RejeX on
just the leading edges (front) of my airplane and RV, or should
I treat the whole vehicle?
Many people start using RejeX on the front
of their RVs and on the leading
edges of aircraft
to make bug removal easy. However, once
they see the deep, lustrous finish RejeX
leaves, and once
they see
how much easier it is to apply than waxes,
they often go ahead and do the whole vehicle.
RejeX is easier to apply than waxes, lasts
much longer, makes vehicles easier to clean
and provides
superior
protection. When you factor in the cost
of applying wax several times
compared to a single RejeX application and the time
saved in keeping your vehicles clean, RejeX is also
an outstanding value. Why would anyone ever go back
to
wax?
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