LT

Well, I had to try Meguiars nxt Spray Wax.

It is very easy to apply in the shade. Never apply on a hot finish. Just spray it on either a wet or dry car. Then use a cotton applicator or 100% cotton terry cloth towel to spread it evenly. Use only a thin application. They wait until NTX is fully dry and hazy, then buff to a shine. It was very easy to wipe off. I waited about 30 minutes on a dry day. I recommend that you do a final buff with a clean towel.

The NTX shine looks excellent in the shade but in direct sunlight I could see slight waxy streaks from the last buffing. There was also a slight haze in the finish that most people would never notice. This waxy appearance was reduced by the application of a detailing spray like Zaino Z6 and some additional buffing. It may sound like a lot of buffing but it was quick and easy. I gave the Zaino treatment to 1/2 the trunk lid so I could have a side-by-side comparison.

The Meguiar's nxt Spray Wax appears to be a similar formula to the Meguiar's Scratch X except it is highly diluted. I would expect that NTX should do a good job of reducing light scratches and paint swirls. I would also expect it to do a better job in protecting the finish from dirt and bird droppings.

For the best shine however, I still think Zaino Z1, Z2, Z6 is superior. For this first test I applied NTX over my existing Zaino treated finish. I was not ready to strip the Zaino off for this test. Application over bear paint may produce better results.

Meguiar's is a great new product and I like it. I will continue to evaluate it and I will post what I learn.

Right now it's Zaino for my Z06!
:thumbs:

Marauder

When you say you used the spray wax, are you talking about the stuff in a pump bottle? If so, did you put the NXT wax on first. I have used the spray stuff but only after I had applied a coat of the NXT polish in the non spray formula. The spray stuff is like Zaino's Z6, it is a "booster", not the actual polish.

DAVS Y2K

After reading this I can only say........................... :banghead: :banghead:

LT

I did not use the Meguiar's NXT paste wax first. The Meguiar's nxt Spray Was is NOT like Zaino Z6. NXT has a high concentration of ploymers and a mild abrasive suspension. It drys to a chaukly powder and leaves a relatively heavy layer of polymer ("wax").

Zaino Z6 is more of a wetting agent with some gloss enhancers and it leaves almost no film. It is a true detailing, anti-spotting spray.

Meguire's likely will work better on clean paint. However, I expect that the waxy streaking that was seen in direct sunlight is characteristic of the product.

I will try it under other conditions.

IrishMac

I would have to strongly disagree with that statement. I used the NXT and it did NOT dry to a "chalky powder" nor did it leave a "heavy layer of polymer (wax)." I think you applied it too heavily, IMO. I found it very easy to apply and remove with excellent results. Just my $0.02. :thumbs:



[Modified by 98BlackMagic, 9:20 PM 3/23/2004]

Scratch

I'm gonna go with that... :yesnod:

NVTHIS

:iagree:

unstressed

Sounds like the instructions were not followed correctly. I used the NXT wax first, and noticed no streaking. The next weekend, I washed the car and used the spray on wax and the original shine was restored.

I cannot tell any difference between Zaino and NXT, both are superior in shine to Meguires Gold class though, and far easier to apply.

Funny thing was that I also tried Z6 over NXT, didn't appear to shine any better or deeper. Not worth the work IMHO.

Read and follow the instructions and I think you will find similar results.

:cheers:

1FunZ06

The NXT Spray Wax is meant as a booster wax (between applications) for NXT Tech Wax. My sig pic has only 1 coat of NXT Tech Wax. Car looks awesome. Easy on, easy off. Did whole car in 1 hour after washing.

Car now has 2 coats. I have the Spray wax but haven't used it yet. Others have and say it is even more glossy. Sounds like you applied too much of the spray wax and used it in a way it wasn't intended (without the NXT Tech Wax first).

'06 Quicksilver Z06

Sadly this appears to be another example of someone not using the product according to the directions and then posting a review.

The NXT Tech wax is the main product. It is to be applied first. The spray wax is supposed to be used as a booster wax and in between applications of the Tech wax. The haze and streaking described is just what will happen if the products are used incorrectly.

LT, wash the car and dry it. Apply a thin coat of the Tech Wax and allow it to dry before buffing. I'm betting that you won't even need the spray wax. But let the car dry before applying the NXT Tech wax. Let the Tech wax dry and buff with microfiber or cotton and you'll be impressed.

Unfortunately the spray wax has been mistaken for a quik detailer or a liquid wax meant to be applied first. It is neither. It is a booster to augment the results of the Tech wax.

Good luck, LT.


[Modified by EB20003, 9:44 PM 3/23/2004]

LT

Thanks,
I was aware that I was not applying the Spray wax over the Tech Wax. Meguiar's says that the NXT Spray Wax can also be used by itself. I expect that the Zaino did not provide a compatible surface to accept the spray. I will evaluate the Meguirar's Tech Wax and Spray Wax according to instructions and let you know. By the way, I applied a very thin application over the Zaino surface.
Thanks for the advice.

C6 NOIR

:iagree: have been using it now since the end of January :cheers:

c3&c5 vets

don't have mine yet, but from what i read, you can apply the tech wax over zaino. and i think when meguiar's says it can be used by itself, it means by itself only have a layer of tech wax has been applied.

unstressed

Anyone see a problem using Zaino Z6 over NXT? I have half a bottle left and would like to use it. I like the idea of using it in between washes to get the dust off.

dkdonkim

:iagree:

My place is always hazy & smogy. I try the wax & spray, and guess what. About 90% less dust on the car. I am totally amazed. All I do is to use California Dust once a week, and wax on weekend. Amazing stuff.

EHS

What is California Dust? :confused:

Is it a prewax of some kind?

Scuba Ghost

Here we go again. The NXT vs. Zaino debate. :banghead:

IrishMac

The California Duster is, well....a duster. It has brushes that are coated with wax to pick up the dust on the paint. Most of the supporting forum vendors carry them. They really work well. A must for every vette owner, IMO. :D

davyalabama

This is like some have complained about Zaino -- Then, when questions were asked not all the directions were followed.

"You mean I was supposed to really shut the power off before cutting that electrical line? I didn't have the lights on or anything. What was the big deal?" :jester

EHS

Oh, a typo. I thought California Dust was a new car care product from California, like, you know, " :blueangel: dust."