NXT Tech Wax 2.0

[Murr1525]

Re: NXT Tech Wax 2.0

Trying 2.0 is one thing, it is definatley an upgrade.

As far as life, 3-5 years would be reasonable, as long as the product isnt seperating too badly. You can fix mild seperation with shaking. So basically, as long as it is shaken every so often and kept at a reasonable temperature, it will be fine.

[Alfisti]

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I have a bottle about 5 years old and it's fine.

[Emig5m]

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I have a bottle about 5 years old and it's fine.

Wait a minute! 2.0 has been out for 5 years already? I still have my can of the original tech wax in the closet from when that first came out, I didn't realize 2.0 has been out for five years already? Wow....time is flying by so fast anymore...... Jeez I'll be 90 years old and dead by tomorrow at this rate!

BTW I really really like the swirl hiding ability of NXT 2.0... a definite improvement over the original. I think it easily beats out my previous lazy man by hand one step do-it-all...AutoGlym Super Resin Polish. I just hate how the water beading is so weak and doesn't seem to last with NXT. Give me Liquid Glass beading and durability with NXT 2.0 Swirl hiding then you really have something going!

Why water beading is so important to me is that 1) it gives my a visual cue that there is in fact still protection on the paint, and 2) I just like to see water beading on a vehicle...it looks cool. (plus I've always waxed my windows so water sheets off and makes visibility so much better in the rain)

[Emig5m]

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Speaking of shelf life, the only time I've ever had a problem is with Swirl Remover 2.0... great stuff, but even stored inside at room temp it only lasted a year and the nice white thick puss turned into a more clear water.... bummed out that I only got to use my bottle once! I wanted to do a complete detail on the first warm day this year and use my Swirl Remover 2.0 (I think it blows away Scratch-X) and my bottle turned into water in only one year being stored indoors!?

[Bill Davidson]

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Speaking of shelf life, the only time I've ever had a problem is with Swirl Remover 2.0... great stuff, but even stored inside at room temp it only lasted a year and the nice white thick puss turned into a more clear water.... bummed out that I only got to use my bottle once! I wanted to do a complete detail on the first warm day this year and use my Swirl Remover 2.0 (I think it blows away Scratch-X) and my bottle turned into water in only one year being stored indoors!?

Perhaps a person should give them a good shake once in a while. I would think this would help promote longevity.

Comments?

[Alfisti]

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Wait a minute! 2.0 has been out for 5 years already?

I was referring to NXT v1. I'd expect v2 to have similar life-span.

[mcsniper703]

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Vince, as you've discovered, it really comes down to drying time. Just as you were unsure about a long drying time due to previous old school carnauba experiences, so are many others. Because of this people tend to not let NXT dry long enough, and it is very common for people to apply it too heavy. In many case, far too heavy.

A heavy coat, and cool temperatures and/or high humidity will really prolong the drying time. Removing too soon can sometimes result in some streaking that is most noticeable on darker colors. A very thin coat is all that's needed, really just a couple of ounces to cover a full sized sedan. If you apply the wax and then start cleaning the interior, wheels, tires, etc and then clean up your garage, enough time should have passed for the wax to be sufficiently dry that removal won't be an issue at all.

I am not understanding drying time? You mean I apply liquid wax and to leave it alone drying time for wax to dry for removal later? how long should the liquid wax sit before removal? ideally removing with microfiber towels are safe?

[Deaner5]

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I am not understanding drying time? You mean I apply liquid wax and to leave it alone drying time for wax to dry for removal later? how long should the liquid wax sit before removal? ideally removing with microfiber towels are safe?

There is not a "set" length of time to wait for wax removal as wax set-up time varies depending on the temperature, humidity, how thick the wax was applied, ect. But yes, apply the wax to the full car and wait for a little while. I like to tidy up the garage and such while I wait.

You would want to do the "swipe test" to see if the wax is ready for removal. It is where you take a clean finger and swipe the wax off of the surface. Almost like you would wipe condensation off of a mirror or window. If the swipe is removed clearly, you are ready to remove the wax as it as had proper time to set up. If if streaks when you swipe it, you need to wait a little longer.

Keep reading up on the forum and practice and you'll get it.

[Michael Stoops]

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I am not understanding drying time? You mean I apply liquid wax and to leave it alone drying time for wax to dry for removal later? how long should the liquid wax sit before removal? ideally removing with microfiber towels are safe?

Yes, you apply the wax in a very thin coat to all the painted surfaces of the vehicle and then allow it dry fully before wiping off. This is true for both paste waxes and liquid waxes. As Deaner5 points out, how long it takes to dry will depend on temperature, humidity and how thick the wax was applied. Low temperatures (below about 60F) and/or high humidity will create longer drying times. A thick coat will take longer to dry also. But you never want to apply a thick coat as it serves no purpose - there is nothing to gain to from applying a thick coat and only problems to be had.

Read through How to tell if your wax is dry - The Swipe Test for more information.

[mb911]

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I just went back to NXT 2.0 Paste today. I have to say, I love NXT in paste.

In truth, fully synthetic products like NXT are sometimes not my favorite.

I think NXT 2.0 in paste form does an incredible job, more fun to work with, etc.

Some have called it (the paste) harder as well, in that it's longer lasting, but I know officially that is not said by Meguiar's. I think there might be some truth in it.

[Emig5m]

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I just went back to NXT 2.0 Paste today. I have to say, I love NXT in paste.

In truth, fully synthetic products like NXT are sometimes not my favorite.

I think NXT 2.0 in paste form does an incredible job, more fun to work with, etc.

Some have called it (the paste) harder as well, in that it's longer lasting, but I know officially that is not said by Meguiar's. I think there might be some truth in it.

Too lazy for all that anymore. I can get a shine like this.....



...with spray bottle products that spray on, wipe off, and no worry about trim (I know NXT is trim friendly, used NXT since the beginning, but I prefer the liquid though as I seem to be able to put more of a thin and even coat than the paste). My weekly wash is now followed up with Ultimate Quik Wax. The picture above was just using Ultimate Quik Detailer. Why work so hard when you can get top results so easy? Technology advances... (maybe it's too easy and takes the fun out of it for the old school "hobbyist"?) Whatever... I'll do things the easy and quick way and get just as good of results, heh. Plus I can tell even the spray bottle stuff has swirl fillers or light polishes because the swirls just keep disappearing (bought that truck used and it was swirl city when I got it....looks pretty damned fluid now, heh).

[dragom]

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is the Tech Wax like most waxes where it takes alot of rubbing to get off?? i know Jax wax takes hardly any effort to wipe off.

[Shawn T.]

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Applied in a nice thin coat, NXT 2.0 is a breeze to wipe off. For the most even, thin application, I suggest the use of a DA to apply the wax.

[Tuck91]

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I can apply an extremly thin coat by hand and use less product by hand than when using a D.A.

[mb911]

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I've seen some argue in reviews that even with a thin coat, NXT 2.0 seems almost impossible to use on a black car as there is always streaking/leftover product shown on this color.

I hadn't thought about it before, but that does go in line with what I've seen. I'm always satisfied on my dark silver car, but on my black car, I'm always disappointed in that it seems spotted and streaked, even if not badly, slightly.

Is this perhaps true that NXT isn't so good for a black vehicle?