X-Press Liquid Wax; I like it!

[the other pc]

http://www.meguiars.com/estore/products/product_D15001.jpg

Since it’s the only wax in the Detailer Line I got a little sample of this stuff to try out, more out of curiosity than anything else.

I got two chances to use it this weekend and I’m really impressed. :xyxthumbs

Is it because it’s a long lasting wax? Well, I just tried it so I have no idea how long it lasts. I can’t imagine it lasts anywhere near as long as products like NXT and #21.

Is it because it gives the deepest, richest look? I didn’t compare it side by side with anything so I can’t really say but I would guess Gold Class, #26, #16, #21, #20, NXT, etc, etc would do better.

So why do I like it so much? Well, it does look rich, it does look super glossy and it feels amazingly slick even though it’s just about the lowest priced wax Meguiar’s sells. But what really stands out is how fast and easy it is to use.

A product meant for high volume production detailing should be fast and easy but man, this stuff is fast and easy.

First, our Mini needs wax but I didn’t have time yesterday. Normally I’d use Quik Wax spray to hold me over till I can get #26 or #21 or whatever on it but since I had the sample of X-Press I figured I try it. This stuff is thin. I think you could probably use it with a sprayer (but I just used a squeeze bottle).

I applied it by hand using the same process Mike recommends for using spray waxes (http://meguiarsonline.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=3316). It was just as easy to apply and I think it was even easier to remove than Quik Wax. And the results were great.

Today, I had a friend come over to install stripes on her Mini. The car hadn’t been waxed in a long time and after doing the stripes I couldn’t just let it drive away unprotected. So I grabbed the X-Press and did the whole car in a few minutes. The black roof went from dull to deep, rich and glossy almost instantly.

I can see this becoming my favorite “booster” wax.


PC.

[gb387]

I have always wondered about this product... Thanks for posting! :xyxthumbs

[farmboy]

I like this idea for a booster wax.

[sneek]

lol the slick buttery feeling and protection is all I car about, is it as slick as GC?

[the other pc]

Haven’t used GC in a while so I can’t compare directly but X-Press is really slick. We can throw both on a car side-by-side on Wednesday.


PC.

[farmboy]

X-press users please chime in on this. Is this product better than NXT spray wax?

[sneek]

Originally posted by the other pc
Haven’t used GC in a while so I can’t compare directly but X-Press is really slick. We can throw both on a car side-by-side on Wednesday.


PC.

AWSOME idea! it will be my first time playing with anything from the D-Line

[tomee]

i would of thought, that this wax would be the same as the deep crystal carnaba wax

[KTruck]

Hi:

Meguiar's says this is a blended product.

So, what does in look like? Like a carnauba or synthetic ???

Thanks

Regards.

KTruck

[the other pc]

Been a while since I’ve used DC 3 too so I can only go by vague memory but my cloudy brain doesn’t remember DC 3 being anywhere near as fast and easy to use.

Whether it looks more carnauba than synthetic isn’t something I’m willing to make a stand on. I’ve mostly used it on light cars that don’t really show much difference between waxes.


PC.

[KTruck]

Hi:


Whether it looks more carnauba than synthetic isn’t something I’m willing to make a stand on. I’ve mostly used it on light cars that don’t really show much difference between waxes.

If you have only used it on light cars it would be hard to make a statement.

I was just trying to better understand the product.

Using it as a booster wax seemed like a good idea.

I wanted to apply it over 21 as needed to maintain appearance.

Probably too heavy a solution to work with a sprayer.

Thanks

Regards,

KTruck

[RCBuddha]

I just tried a sample on a light blue work van that I've been driving around. Like the other PC says, the stuff leaves a nice gloss with very good slickness. Very easy on and off, and this was over a previous day's application of 21. I can see using this product on the days I don't want to fully break out the PC or the Cyclo, but I want a freshly "waxed" looking car. Good stuff!

[BigLeegr]

For those of you that have tried the X-press Wax and Quik Wax, how would you compare the 2? I noticed there was a thread a while ago asking this question, but it had no replies.
http://meguiarsonline.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=6783

[the other pc]

IMHO X-Press is way better.

Even though Quik Wax is thinner X-Press spreads easier, faster and more uniformly.

X-Press is also easier to remove. Quik Wax comes off very easy if you put it on really thin. If you accidentally get some thick streaks it’s more work to remove. X-Press comes off easier no matter what. It’s slicker too.


PC.

[farmboy]

Now I think I want to try this. I don't really care for NXT spray that I have now and this could be my replacement.:db:

[sneek]

X press wax does feel quite slick, but not as slick as GC. Also it doesn't pass the squeek test for some stange reason???:confused:

[Hemin8r]

I have a sample of this as well but haven't had a chance to try it out since I've been using #26. May have to try it out this weekend.

[noswirler]

Ive used pretty much ever thing except NXT but since ive been using GCPASTE i cant stop its like im addicted or something,so far IMO its the best ever:coolgleam

[fromthecoast]

I'm wondering about the longevity of this product. I bought some mainly to use when in a hurry. I still love NXT so far especially on my tan truck. This could make a good touch up between waxing with tech wax.

[g88]

i have used this product. Its a quick gloss product but durability isn't good. It's mean for car dealer for pre-delivery use on their sales.

U can also use it as wax booster...just remember you need to continue top-up it :D

[roushstage2]

I got some of this on my recent ADS order. I am going to try it out either tomorrow or Tuesday when I wash my car for the trip on Thursday. Will post some opinions then.

[Sydster]

Neat! Please do update us on the results you get and let's compare results, I just tried it recently and I've been meaning to write a post about my result. I will wait for yours first and lets compare.

[roushstage2]

Hey Sydster,

The weather worked to my advantage today and I actually got to wash and get some NXT on the paint today (turns out I really needed on there :o), hoping for the same tomorrow so I can go over it with Gold Class, maybe I will follow that up with X-Press just for fun to see how it is and get some thoughts on it. Also, I will be maintaining with X-Press Wax. I usually never "maintain" the wax so to speak, but with this, I will give it a shot.

I will let you know tomorrow if I do it or not. I probably won't have pictures though, so maybe it would be better for you to start, and I will add to yours instead? I'm sure you have pictures/comments already. Let me know what you want to do.

Tyler

[Wolf-Strong]

I got a question for this; does X-Press wax stain trim and is it very dusty like M26? I am trying to turn my boss at work onto some Meguiar's products for the price, and I think this (and Glass Concentrate) would be a great start considering the cost, but I gotta know that first!

[Sydster]

Hey Sydster,

The weather worked to my advantage today and I actually got to wash and get some NXT on the paint today (turns out I really needed on there :o), hoping for the same tomorrow so I can go over it with Gold Class, maybe I will follow that up with X-Press just for fun to see how it is and get some thoughts on it. Also, I will be maintaining with X-Press Wax. I usually never "maintain" the wax so to speak, but with this, I will give it a shot.

I will let you know tomorrow if I do it or not. I probably won't have pictures though, so maybe it would be better for you to start, and I will add to yours instead? I'm sure you have pictures/comments already. Let me know what you want to do.

Tyler


Hi Tyler,

I'm really looking forward to your results on using the X-press wax, here is my take on using it, I will make it as simple as possible.

Application- It applies and comes off very easy, just like Paul (the other pc) mentioned at the start of this thread even if you apply it too thick in some areas it comes off easily.

Shine- It shines really well and is slick to the touch, here is a sample picture, applied DC 123 and #16 a month before applying the X-press wax.

http://meguiarsonline.com/forums/photopost/data/631/medium/P1010014.JPG

http://meguiarsonline.com/forums/photopost/data/631/medium/P1010012.JPG

http://meguiarsonline.com/forums/photopost/data/631/medium/P10100111.JPG

http://meguiarsonline.com/forums/photopost/data/631/medium/P1010001.JPG

Durability- This is where I was not impressed with the X-press wax I know it is not supposed to replace a conventional wax or sealant but was expecting it to boost the shine and protection of the existing wax on my vehicle. As you can see it did its job with the shine, it really brought out the shine of the vehicle. But unlike other QD's out there instead of boosting the vehicle's wax protection I felt that my wax was gone after applying the X-press wax (I'm certain that my finish still had great beading properties prior to applying X-press wax). After 24hrs with out taking the car out of the garage I took my pressure washer and gave it a nice rinse just to check out its beading properties, it was not beading at all, this is what made me conclude that X-press wax took of my existing wax. I could be wrong here because I already had my wax on for a month when I tried X-press wax, or I did something else wrong I really don't know yet. I think my conclusion is kinda similar to the other posts in this thread about its shine and durability- According to Paul "it gives a really great shine and is quite slick", -according to sneek "for some strange reason it did not pass the squeak test".

This is the reason why I can't wait for you to try it out yourself and share your insights with us.

Nevertheless Meguiar's still ROCKS!

Take Care!

Syd

[Sydster]

I got a question for this; does X-Press wax stain trim and is it very dusty like M26? I am trying to turn my boss at work onto some Meguiar's products for the price, and I think this (and Glass Concentrate) would be a great start considering the cost, but I gotta know that first!

First off I don't really find #26 to be dusty, you might be applying it too thick, anyway from what I remember X-press wax would be the same if not less dusty.


Take Care!

Syd

[Wolf-Strong]

First off I don't really find #26 to be dusty, you might be applying it too thick, anyway from what I remember X-press wax would be the same if not less dusty.


Take Care!

Syd

I guess my biggest concern is staining the trim. You are probably right about applying it too thick, but what bothers me the most is the trim staining, making it not the best wax for when you are in a rush.

[roushstage2]

Sydster, that is interesting. I just got the 2nd coat of wax off of the Roush, so if there is the possibility that it removes the wax, I think I will need to switch test vehicles.

The truck would be the victim then because it is much easier to wax that than my car. I have a super busy schedule the next 3-5 days or so, but I will do a test.

On the truck, I will wax half the hood with something like Cleaner Wax that I know beads well, and the other with EO NanoWax (what I've been using on the truck). Let it cure for a day or two (basically until I have the time). Spray it down to check the beading properties (both of these bead very well) just to confirm they do bead. I will apply X-Press wax to both sides, let it sit for a day. Wash again and check for beading, and then perform the squeak test.

We'll get this figured out!

[Sydster]

I guess my biggest concern is staining the trim. You are probably right about applying it too thick, but what bothers me the most is the trim staining, making it not the best wax for when you are in a rush.


I don't think staining trim would be a problem if you are not applying it too thick and just go slow and easy on the edges where there is trim and you'll be fine.

Take Care!

[Jeepster04]

Maybe X-Press wax promotes sheeting and not beading? Strange that it doesnt pass the squeak test.

Maybe Mike knows more about this? Ive always wondered how this product did but I figured it was for dealerships and such.

[roushstage2]

Funny seeing this here at the top, I was just going to add to this. I finally had a chance to wash my truck since I last posted in here! Great to have the sun back! I used Eagle One Wax-As-U-Dry and went over the truck with Eagle One Nanowax Spray to boost the coat on there now. Tomorrow I will put a coat of liquid EONW on the hood to ensure maximum coverage, then go over it with X-Press wax since EONW does not have a cure time. And then I will post back!

[Sydster]

Can't wait for the results you'll get.

[Joe's detailing]

I used Eagle One Wax-As-U-Dry and went over the truck with Eagle One Nanowax Spray to boost the coat on there
Traitor....>(non) Meguiars user.........:D

[justin30513]

I'm eager to here the results too.

Two things are a factor to me.....
Stain trim?
Durability?
(All I need is 5-6 weeks)

Thanks guys. Man this stuff is inexpensive!

[roushstage2]

Traitor....>(non) Meguiars user.........:D
You win some, you lose some.:LOLOL:


Alright, so here's how it went down. Did the waxing, then checked the paint using the squeak test. It passed. On to X-Press Wax. Worked a nickel size amount into 1/4 of the hood (I used "extra" because I had a MF app. which ***** up more product). With a foam pad, a nickel size would probably go double what it was. I let it dry, then removed. Squeak test was about a 50/50, although cure time was a only a couple of minutes.

Here is where the test will get interesting to those who have already used this: A couple of minutes after it was removed, I got a brand new spray bottle and filled it up with water. I misted over the X-Press waxed paint and the Nano waxed paint. Both sides beaded, but the X-Press wax side did not have as "tight" of beading as the NW side. After the water started to build up, the X side was about 50/50 on beading/sheeting. NW side was still beading. I then poured some water over the paint and both sides flooded flawlessly. I can tell where the X wax went on, due to the variation in beading, etc.

A new coat has been on there for about 10 minutes or so. I am going to remove it and let it cure overnight and tomorrow morning and will see what happens then.

I just found it odd how the wax when not properly cured was about a 50/50, and those who have used it and let it cure noticed a 100/0 difference. I doubt the SS paint has anything to do with it, but judging by the app. pad being black, I think it has some cleaners in it. It almost seems to be a 50/50 as far as labeling goes as it says, "Meguiar's® X-Press Liquid Wax uses a unique blend of wax and polymer agents to produce deep, rich gloss with lasting protection." It has wax in it, but doesn't leave any detectable presence behind?

Shall see tomorrow.

[sebastian]

Hi Roush,

How is the result so far?

[roushstage2]

I am going to try and wash the truck tomorrow. I just got to wash my car today after almost a month and a half. The weather up here in Nor-Cal has been horrible for almost the past two months. After the second coat cured, I know for dang sure that it did NOT pass the squeak test, but while it was raining off and on, it looked like it was beading like the rest??? Again, I will try and squeeze in a wash. I have to be at a doctor in Sac at noon to determine my permanent disability status/%, and then study for 2 exams, write a 4 page min. paper after I read a lengthy article, and read an entire History chapter and answer 3 essay questions about it.

[sebastian]

I am going to try and wash the truck tomorrow. I just got to wash my car today after almost a month and a half. The weather up here in Nor-Cal has been horrible for almost the past two months. After the second coat cured, I know for dang sure that it did NOT pass the squeak test, but while it was raining off and on, it looked like it was beading like the rest??? Again, I will try and squeeze in a wash. I have to be at a doctor in Sac at noon to determine my permanent disability status/%, and then study for 2 exams, write a 4 page min. paper after I read a lengthy article, and read an entire History chapter and answer 3 essay questions about it.


Good Luck to you and All The BEST!:xyxthumbs

[roushstage2]

I just remembered about this, sorry!

When I applied the second coat, I let it sit for about 30 minutes to make sure it had cured and it was actually a bit hard to remove. Not a biggie though since this is meant for almost instant wipe off.

I washed the truck today. The section with X-Press on it still beaded water, although it most definitely did not pass the squeak test. I'm not sure what the deal is. I will try to keep applying it and see what happens down the road. I doubt the SS paint has anything to do with it.

[DetailDude]

Hello everyone,

I'm looking for a spray wax to enhance shine and protection after weekly washes.

Can X-Press Liquid Wax be used like OCW? Spray on and wipe off.

Many people have told me to apply it with a foam pad instead.

Thanks :)