problems with NXT Spray Wax booster

[bet993]

Disclaimer: I have not followed all the threads about NXT (there are just too many) so maybe this has been beat to death. However I did do a search on my questions and complaints and I can’t seem to find anything on point.

I have been experimenting with NXT on my wife’s daily driver just to see what the hype is about. This weekend I saw NXT spray wax booster on the shelf and bought some (impulse buy). I found this stuff very difficult to use. Can anyone give me some tips or tricks?

The first application of NXT tech wax was applied last weekend. The car was washed in the morning and the surface was dry and cool to the touch (it was in a climate controlled garage at about 65 degrees all day –as I used the spray wax that evening). I get out a clean MF towel and fold it so that it ¼ the size. I first tried spraying the NXT Spray Wax booster directly on the hood and using the MF to spread it around. The towel kept “grabbing” and “hanging” up and coming out of my hand. It was extremely difficult to apply to the vertical sides because of this. I then switched application methods to spraying the product on the MF. No difference – same problems. Is this normal? Should I be using a foam applicator instead?

I thought the product was much to difficult to use for my intended purpose. With the application problems and having to wait for it to haze I think it is easier just to apply the NXT tech wax again. I was hoping it would be something like the Z6 gloss enhancer.

[l7avis]

From what I understand, the spray wax booster is just a spraying version of NXT, not a QD type product.

[Mike Phillips]

Hi bet993,

Spray-on waxes take a little technique to make them work. Personally I like to apply with a clean, soft foam applicator pad. Just like a wax. I can use a microfiber, but I find it more difficult for this reason.

Applying with cloth, either microfiber or terry cloth

You can apply a spray on wax with a cloth, but you run into a little problem. Because of the cloths natural tendency to absorb, or (adsorb in the case of microfiber), at the same time you trying to apply the liquid wax, your cloth is trying to remove it. Thus a smeary mess and difficulty in application.

Here’s a technique that will help.

It is vitally important that your car is washed and clean, as an Autopian, I know this isn’t an issue, but just wanted to include it in an effort to cover all bases.

Take your microfiber cloth and fold it 4-ways. Spray some wax onto one side to dampen the cloth. Now spray some wax onto the surface and spread around using the dampened side of the microfiber polishing cloth. Continue using the dampened side for the entire car. (See why it’s important to have a clean car). This will make it easier to spread because your microfiber polishing cloth will not be continually trying to remove it while your trying to leave it.

Does that make sense? I have never tried this technique with a towel, (too big), and only used it with Meguiar’s microfibers, so you mileage may vary. As far as spray waxes like Meguirs’ go in general, some people love them, some people dislike them, it’s a real either/or type product. I really like both Meguiar’s spray waxes on finishes that already have a good base coat of wax. Today, or tomorrow I will be turning a Corvette I buffed out back over to the owner. With it I will include a bottle of NXT Spray Wax. (It has two coats of NXT)

I will show him the foam applicator pad technique.

Mike

[LightngSVT]

I have used the NXT spray wax on a few vehicles already for "touch ups". I have never had a problem spreading, or removing it (even in 30* temps). Of course the cars were cleaned and the finishes in good condition to start with. I just sprayed a mist onto the panel, spread it with a terry wax pad, waited about 10 mintues and removed with a MF towel. there was no hard rubbing, no streaking, etc. Seems like a nice product to do touch ups in between apps.