Yet another Meguiars NXT Tech Wax review..
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Yet another Meguiars NXT Tech Wax review..
Finally got around to trying it and let me be the first to tell you that it beats the hell out of the 3-Step Mothers Wax. This wax owns..well pictures speak louder than words so you be the judge. ![Wink](https://acurazine.com/forums/images/smilies/wink.gif)
This is just 1 layer of the NXT Tech Wax.
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This is just 1 layer of the NXT Tech Wax.
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Did you just wash your car and then put the NXT on or did you put on a coat of something else on before the NXT? Was just wondering if you can put the NXT on after the wash. I heard someone say that the NXT isnt really a wax, just a question.
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Originally Posted by 2003TLSnKc
Did you just wash your car and then put the NXT on or did you put on a coat of something else on before the NXT? Was just wondering if you can put the NXT on after the wash. I heard someone say that the NXT isnt really a wax, just a question.
It also took out all the swirl marks on my hood. We'll have to see after a couple washes to see how well NXT works..
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NXT is more of a polish than a wax. It does do a grate job of bringing out the shine though. Traditional waxes don't have cleaners or polishes like NXT does.
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I used the Meguair's NXT on my black TL-S last weekend. I have used Meguair's Gold Class, other Meguair's professional grade product and Zaino.
I would have to say the NXT has given me the best shine of anything I have used in the past and it is easy on and off. It is a polymer along the same lines as Zaino. Like I say, I have use Zaino and I think the NXT is better.
I would have to say the NXT has given me the best shine of anything I have used in the past and it is easy on and off. It is a polymer along the same lines as Zaino. Like I say, I have use Zaino and I think the NXT is better.
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Originally Posted by dj5
I used the Meguair's NXT on my black TL-S last weekend. I have used Meguair's Gold Class, other Meguair's professional grade product and Zaino.
I would have to say the NXT has given me the best shine of anything I have used in the past and it is easy on and off. It is a polymer along the same lines as Zaino. Like I say, I have use Zaino and I think the NXT is better.
I would have to say the NXT has given me the best shine of anything I have used in the past and it is easy on and off. It is a polymer along the same lines as Zaino. Like I say, I have use Zaino and I think the NXT is better.
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I used the Meguair's NXT on my black TL-S last weekend. I have used Meguair's Gold Class, other Meguair's professional grade product and Zaino.
I would have to say the NXT has given me the best shine of anything I have used in the past and it is easy on and off. It is a polymer along the same lines as Zaino. Like I say, I have use Zaino and I think the NXT is better.
I would have to say the NXT has given me the best shine of anything I have used in the past and it is easy on and off. It is a polymer along the same lines as Zaino. Like I say, I have use Zaino and I think the NXT is better.
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yea one of thes days now ill finnaly get around to putting the first ever coat of wax on my car.
looks good brian
looks good brian
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Originally Posted by seattle dale
what do you mean fstty "one of these days" i've waxed my car 3 times this year. talk about slackers!!
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:banghead: slacker!!!
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i used the wax too...
i used the wax on my 2000 laguna green non type-s and it looks bangin everyone notices the car alot more now so all i need now is some 20's lol
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I used the NXT on both my cars over the past week and even people at work noticed the difference. Not so much on the TL but on the M3 (Phoenix Yellow). It was amazing and I love having the the mirror shine w/ least effort! Just hope it lasts.
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Meguiar's NXT is fantastic but not perfect:
+ incredible deep shine, like glass
+ easy to apply
+ looks great on all colored cars (but better on darker colors...like black)
+ cheap! cheap! cheap! (<$15)
+ better than Zaino with dust
- requires good prep work for a concours shine*
- can not be layered
- has mild cleansers so it probably shouldn't be used in sandwiching (it removes Zanio slightly)
* Because you can't layer NXT like Zaino you can't build a layer of polymer to cover spiderweb swirl marks. To combat this Meguiar's chemists went with a different vehicle for the wax (creamy vs. Zaino's clear liquid-like look when applied) and added mild solvents to make the product more of a one step product than a last step product. So, you have two options: 1) more grunt work removing all swirls prior to the final step of NXT 2) saying 'screw it' and let the one step magic wow you to a 95% level of swirl masking and 100% of the shine.
I have tried Zaino, Gold Class and the NXT. They all have +s and -s.
Here are some pictures of NXT'ed S2000. (not mine)
+ incredible deep shine, like glass
+ easy to apply
+ looks great on all colored cars (but better on darker colors...like black)
+ cheap! cheap! cheap! (<$15)
+ better than Zaino with dust
- requires good prep work for a concours shine*
- can not be layered
- has mild cleansers so it probably shouldn't be used in sandwiching (it removes Zanio slightly)
* Because you can't layer NXT like Zaino you can't build a layer of polymer to cover spiderweb swirl marks. To combat this Meguiar's chemists went with a different vehicle for the wax (creamy vs. Zaino's clear liquid-like look when applied) and added mild solvents to make the product more of a one step product than a last step product. So, you have two options: 1) more grunt work removing all swirls prior to the final step of NXT 2) saying 'screw it' and let the one step magic wow you to a 95% level of swirl masking and 100% of the shine.
I have tried Zaino, Gold Class and the NXT. They all have +s and -s.
Here are some pictures of NXT'ed S2000. (not mine)
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Originally Posted by ms2kj
Meguiar's NXT is fantastic but not perfect:
+ incredible deep shine, like glass
+ easy to apply
+ looks great on all colored cars (but better on darker colors...like black)
+ cheap! cheap! cheap! (<$15)
+ better than Zaino with dust
- requires good prep work for a concours shine*
- can not be layered
- has mild cleansers so it probably shouldn't be used in sandwiching (it removes Zanio slightly)
* Because you can't layer NXT like Zaino you can't build a layer of polymer to cover spiderweb swirl marks. To combat this Meguiar's chemists went with a different vehicle for the wax (creamy vs. Zaino's clear liquid-like look when applied) and added mild solvents to make the product more of a one step product than a last step product. So, you have two options: 1) more grunt work removing all swirls prior to the final step of NXT 2) saying 'screw it' and let the one step magic wow you to a 95% level of swirl masking and 100% of the shine.
I have tried Zaino, Gold Class and the NXT. They all have +s and -s.
+ incredible deep shine, like glass
+ easy to apply
+ looks great on all colored cars (but better on darker colors...like black)
+ cheap! cheap! cheap! (<$15)
+ better than Zaino with dust
- requires good prep work for a concours shine*
- can not be layered
- has mild cleansers so it probably shouldn't be used in sandwiching (it removes Zanio slightly)
* Because you can't layer NXT like Zaino you can't build a layer of polymer to cover spiderweb swirl marks. To combat this Meguiar's chemists went with a different vehicle for the wax (creamy vs. Zaino's clear liquid-like look when applied) and added mild solvents to make the product more of a one step product than a last step product. So, you have two options: 1) more grunt work removing all swirls prior to the final step of NXT 2) saying 'screw it' and let the one step magic wow you to a 95% level of swirl masking and 100% of the shine.
I have tried Zaino, Gold Class and the NXT. They all have +s and -s.
When u say sandwiching, wut exactly do u mean?
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Looks great ill*tl.
I used NXT, but I think I did something wrong. My car is a 96 3.2 TL - Pearl White and full of swirls.
I put on a layer of TurtleWax (which was still good, water beading was excellent) about 18 days before applying NXT (I just had to try it).
I hand washed my car. Pulled it into the garage (no shade outside), dried it off with a shammy and let it cool for an hour. I had to let the garage close (started raining). When most of the car felt cool to the touch, (except some of the front hood) I used the foam applicator to apply NXT and let it sitover for about an hour. Then I used a clean terry cloth pad to remove it, and then another fresh one for a final wipe.
What could I have done wrong? The swirls don't seem any less evident...
I used NXT, but I think I did something wrong. My car is a 96 3.2 TL - Pearl White and full of swirls.
I put on a layer of TurtleWax (which was still good, water beading was excellent) about 18 days before applying NXT (I just had to try it).
I hand washed my car. Pulled it into the garage (no shade outside), dried it off with a shammy and let it cool for an hour. I had to let the garage close (started raining). When most of the car felt cool to the touch, (except some of the front hood) I used the foam applicator to apply NXT and let it sitover for about an hour. Then I used a clean terry cloth pad to remove it, and then another fresh one for a final wipe.
What could I have done wrong? The swirls don't seem any less evident...
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Originally Posted by Vincent
Looks great ill*tl.
I used NXT, but I think I did something wrong. My car is a 96 3.2 TL - Pearl White and full of swirls.
I put on a layer of TurtleWax (which was still good, water beading was excellent) about 18 days before applying NXT (I just had to try it).
I hand washed my car. Pulled it into the garage (no shade outside), dried it off with a shammy and let it cool for an hour. I had to let the garage close (started raining). When most of the car felt cool to the touch, (except some of the front hood) I used the foam applicator to apply NXT and let it sitover for about an hour. Then I used a clean terry cloth pad to remove it, and then another fresh one for a final wipe.
What could I have done wrong? The swirls don't seem any less evident...
I used NXT, but I think I did something wrong. My car is a 96 3.2 TL - Pearl White and full of swirls.
I put on a layer of TurtleWax (which was still good, water beading was excellent) about 18 days before applying NXT (I just had to try it).
I hand washed my car. Pulled it into the garage (no shade outside), dried it off with a shammy and let it cool for an hour. I had to let the garage close (started raining). When most of the car felt cool to the touch, (except some of the front hood) I used the foam applicator to apply NXT and let it sitover for about an hour. Then I used a clean terry cloth pad to remove it, and then another fresh one for a final wipe.
What could I have done wrong? The swirls don't seem any less evident...
Try following these directions..
1. Wash car.
2. Apply Meguiars Scratch X to body.
3. Put a layer of NXT Wax.
4. Put another coat of pure carnauba wax on.
..should take out most of the swirls. Also, 3M Swirl Remover also works very well.
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Originally Posted by Vincent
Looks great ill*tl.
I used NXT, but I think I did something wrong. My car is a 96 3.2 TL - Pearl White and full of swirls.
I put on a layer of TurtleWax (which was still good, water beading was excellent) about 18 days before applying NXT (I just had to try it).
I hand washed my car. Pulled it into the garage (no shade outside), dried it off with a shammy and let it cool for an hour. I had to let the garage close (started raining). When most of the car felt cool to the touch, (except some of the front hood) I used the foam applicator to apply NXT and let it sitover for about an hour. Then I used a clean terry cloth pad to remove it, and then another fresh one for a final wipe.
What could I have done wrong? The swirls don't seem any less evident...
I used NXT, but I think I did something wrong. My car is a 96 3.2 TL - Pearl White and full of swirls.
I put on a layer of TurtleWax (which was still good, water beading was excellent) about 18 days before applying NXT (I just had to try it).
I hand washed my car. Pulled it into the garage (no shade outside), dried it off with a shammy and let it cool for an hour. I had to let the garage close (started raining). When most of the car felt cool to the touch, (except some of the front hood) I used the foam applicator to apply NXT and let it sitover for about an hour. Then I used a clean terry cloth pad to remove it, and then another fresh one for a final wipe.
What could I have done wrong? The swirls don't seem any less evident...
Here is a great article that goes through the process.
http://www.autopia-carcare.com/autopia/inf-swirls.html
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Originally Posted by seattle dale
what do you mean fstty "one of these days" i've waxed my car 3 times this year. talk about slackers!!
I spent two weeks remodling the garage and putting a 2-part epoxy floor down: gray with black, white, and blue flecks to match the colors of my TL. The walls are white and the 3 large peg boards are the same color blue as the flecks in my NBP TL.
Am I hopeless, Doc?
And who is that Dude who hasn't waxed his car in 3 years since he got it? :yack: Why is he on the detailing forum? Dude! Repent before it's too late!
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Originally Posted by Dare_IL
Sounds like you need to use an actual fine cut polish to get out the swirl marks. White paint is the hardest to do that with because it is literally the hardest of all paints.
Here is a great article that goes through the process.
http://www.autopia-carcare.com/autopia/inf-swirls.html
Here is a great article that goes through the process.
http://www.autopia-carcare.com/autopia/inf-swirls.html
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Microfiber or micro swirl?
Originally Posted by exceldetail
That, and ditch the Chamois !
I don't like the chamois because it leaves those little tan hairs all over the surface. :banghead:
I prefer the good ole 100% white cotton terrycloth towel made in America.
I haven't gotten confidence in a microfiber waffel weave drying towel yet. I am concerned with it's 70% polyester, 30% polymide content. It sounds as if it could scratch and make swirl marks. Remember, I have a black TL (pia).
What say you about that?
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My TL has just been taking (clear coat removing) punishment for the past few weeks! I don't know if I want to wash it with Dawn, dry it, polish it, and then NXT it. Oh well, maybe it's ok as I'm sure the previous owner didn't wax it.
Does the polishing process take the same amount of time as the waxing process? Also, is it ok to use a terry cloth applicator pad to put on the NXT? I really don't like using that tiny foam pad. And (my last question... for this post) how long do you guys leave the wax on to 'haze'? I know what it should look like, but sometimes it just feels like in some areas the wax hasn't dried.
If anything I think NXT has proven itself as a durable wax so far. I've already had to shammy dry my car twice due to rain and the water still beads. I actually didn't expect it to last this long.
My TL has just been taking (clear coat removing) punishment for the past few weeks! I don't know if I want to wash it with Dawn, dry it, polish it, and then NXT it. Oh well, maybe it's ok as I'm sure the previous owner didn't wax it.
Does the polishing process take the same amount of time as the waxing process? Also, is it ok to use a terry cloth applicator pad to put on the NXT? I really don't like using that tiny foam pad. And (my last question... for this post) how long do you guys leave the wax on to 'haze'? I know what it should look like, but sometimes it just feels like in some areas the wax hasn't dried.
If anything I think NXT has proven itself as a durable wax so far. I've already had to shammy dry my car twice due to rain and the water still beads. I actually didn't expect it to last this long.
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Why? And what would you use instead?
I don't like the chamois because it leaves those little tan hairs all over the surface. :banghead:
I prefer the good ole 100% white cotton terrycloth towel made in America.
I haven't gotten confidence in a microfiber waffel weave drying towel yet. I am concerned with it's 70% polyester, 30% polymide content. It sounds as if it could scratch and make swirl marks. Remember, I have a black TL (pia).
What say you about that?
I don't like the chamois because it leaves those little tan hairs all over the surface. :banghead:
I prefer the good ole 100% white cotton terrycloth towel made in America.
I haven't gotten confidence in a microfiber waffel weave drying towel yet. I am concerned with it's 70% polyester, 30% polymide content. It sounds as if it could scratch and make swirl marks. Remember, I have a black TL (pia).
What say you about that?
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Originally Posted by Vincent
*sigh*
My TL has just been taking (clear coat removing) punishment for the past few weeks! I don't know if I want to wash it with Dawn, dry it, polish it, and then NXT it. Oh well, maybe it's ok as I'm sure the previous owner didn't wax it.
Does the polishing process take the same amount of time as the waxing process? Also, is it ok to use a terry cloth applicator pad to put on the NXT? I really don't like using that tiny foam pad. And (my last question... for this post) how long do you guys leave the wax on to 'haze'? I know what it should look like, but sometimes it just feels like in some areas the wax hasn't dried.
If anything I think NXT has proven itself as a durable wax so far. I've already had to shammy dry my car twice due to rain and the water still beads. I actually didn't expect it to last this long.
My TL has just been taking (clear coat removing) punishment for the past few weeks! I don't know if I want to wash it with Dawn, dry it, polish it, and then NXT it. Oh well, maybe it's ok as I'm sure the previous owner didn't wax it.
Does the polishing process take the same amount of time as the waxing process? Also, is it ok to use a terry cloth applicator pad to put on the NXT? I really don't like using that tiny foam pad. And (my last question... for this post) how long do you guys leave the wax on to 'haze'? I know what it should look like, but sometimes it just feels like in some areas the wax hasn't dried.
If anything I think NXT has proven itself as a durable wax so far. I've already had to shammy dry my car twice due to rain and the water still beads. I actually didn't expect it to last this long.
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Well, I got some of Meg.'s Scratch X polish.
I am going to wash my car this Friday (weather willing).
Now (if I have this right), I should apply the polish and then apply NXT?
Does the polish have to sit for a time period? I've never used a polish before, so I have no idea.
I am going to wash my car this Friday (weather willing).
Now (if I have this right), I should apply the polish and then apply NXT?
Does the polish have to sit for a time period? I've never used a polish before, so I have no idea.
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Do a segment of your car at a time..and just wait for the polish to dry to a haze before wiping. Give it 5-7 mins..since you're going to be applying a layer of NXT anyways, which takes some of the polish off when using NXT over it anyways.
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Originally Posted by ms2kj
Meguiar's NXT is fantastic but not perfect:
+ incredible deep shine, like glass
+ easy to apply
+ looks great on all colored cars (but better on darker colors...like black)
+ cheap! cheap! cheap! (<$15)
+ better than Zaino with dust
- requires good prep work for a concours shine*
- can not be layered
- has mild cleansers so it probably shouldn't be used in sandwiching (it removes Zanio slightly)
* Because you can't layer NXT like Zaino you can't build a layer of polymer to cover spiderweb swirl marks. To combat this Meguiar's chemists went with a different vehicle for the wax (creamy vs. Zaino's clear liquid-like look when applied) and added mild solvents to make the product more of a one step product than a last step product. So, you have two options: 1) more grunt work removing all swirls prior to the final step of NXT 2) saying 'screw it' and let the one step magic wow you to a 95% level of swirl masking and 100% of the shine.
+ incredible deep shine, like glass
+ easy to apply
+ looks great on all colored cars (but better on darker colors...like black)
+ cheap! cheap! cheap! (<$15)
+ better than Zaino with dust
- requires good prep work for a concours shine*
- can not be layered
- has mild cleansers so it probably shouldn't be used in sandwiching (it removes Zanio slightly)
* Because you can't layer NXT like Zaino you can't build a layer of polymer to cover spiderweb swirl marks. To combat this Meguiar's chemists went with a different vehicle for the wax (creamy vs. Zaino's clear liquid-like look when applied) and added mild solvents to make the product more of a one step product than a last step product. So, you have two options: 1) more grunt work removing all swirls prior to the final step of NXT 2) saying 'screw it' and let the one step magic wow you to a 95% level of swirl masking and 100% of the shine.
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