GoodnClean
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Observations using NXT w/ no prep
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EBPcivicsi
GOT PREP?
Scottwax said:
Exactly what I have seen.
EBPcivicsi
GOT PREP?
Mantic6t9 said:
This is after a wash with NXT wash.
Hose pattern
I put the hose down and grabbed the camera
20 seconds
NXT works for me with no Prep also. I've got a black car and it's got it's swirls and actually 2 somewhat long scratches. It was my mistake on even getting a *hand wash* at the local carwash. I just couldn't stand the salt on the car.
I applied #81 and NXT on top. While the deeper scratches still show, ALOT of the minute cobweb, etc scratches are masked. Alot of this was with #81 but the NXT helped to mask it even further. I'm hopeing for some longevity with the NXT ontop of the #81 - just long enough for spring so I can actually prep the car.
I applied #81 and NXT on top. While the deeper scratches still show, ALOT of the minute cobweb, etc scratches are masked. Alot of this was with #81 but the NXT helped to mask it even further. I'm hopeing for some longevity with the NXT ontop of the #81 - just long enough for spring so I can actually prep the car.
I like NXT with no or minimal prep as well. I've used it now on 2 cars, my Alfa and my wife's SAAB. Both look great. As soon as I can find some time, I will be using it on my 75 Ferrari (but with full prep work beforehand).
The other day (wed), it rained (wait a minute, I live in california- this wasn't in the brocure), and I keep my Alfa outside, not garaged. On the following day, my car still looked great. I attribute this to some sheeting action of the NXT, since usually after a rain, my car looks awful from all of the water drops that have dried on the car.
I'll keep experimenting with NXT, especially with my Afa, since it is a daily driver and lives outdoors. Due to my lack of time, I don't baby it as much as I'd like, so it will be a test of durability as well.
I agree with most of the posters above. There is nothing not to like about NXT. I was a previous user of Mother's reflections, and I've got to say that NXT goes on and off just as easily, and looks as good, if not better. I will say, however, that I like the smell of Reflections better. But overall, NXT gets a thumbs up from me.
Dom
The other day (wed), it rained (wait a minute, I live in california- this wasn't in the brocure), and I keep my Alfa outside, not garaged. On the following day, my car still looked great. I attribute this to some sheeting action of the NXT, since usually after a rain, my car looks awful from all of the water drops that have dried on the car.
I'll keep experimenting with NXT, especially with my Afa, since it is a daily driver and lives outdoors. Due to my lack of time, I don't baby it as much as I'd like, so it will be a test of durability as well.
I agree with most of the posters above. There is nothing not to like about NXT. I was a previous user of Mother's reflections, and I've got to say that NXT goes on and off just as easily, and looks as good, if not better. I will say, however, that I like the smell of Reflections better. But overall, NXT gets a thumbs up from me.
Dom
GoodnClean
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I went out to the car today to apply another coat. The car does look a lot better the day after, really something!
I backed the car out of the garage, QD'd it with Meg's Quik Detailer then put it back in the garage and applied the next coat. I was more careful to apply it thin this time and it came off much easier. Might have had something to do with the smoother state of the paint this time too.
Interesting. My conclusions are it WILL layer at least up to 2 layers. The look this time was quite different. Its almost like the reflections come with the first coat and the wet look come with the second. I noticed less metallic pop this time mut more fluidity (that mile deep look) so that gives you options there. If you like that metallic pop and reflection (A'la Zaino) then you want to stick to one coat. If you like the fluidity then 2 is best. Supposed to rain tomorrow or I'd try a third coat and see what happens.
Like yesterday though I wont know until tomorrow what the final look will be like. Me like though! :xyxthumbs
I backed the car out of the garage, QD'd it with Meg's Quik Detailer then put it back in the garage and applied the next coat. I was more careful to apply it thin this time and it came off much easier. Might have had something to do with the smoother state of the paint this time too.
Interesting. My conclusions are it WILL layer at least up to 2 layers. The look this time was quite different. Its almost like the reflections come with the first coat and the wet look come with the second. I noticed less metallic pop this time mut more fluidity (that mile deep look) so that gives you options there. If you like that metallic pop and reflection (A'la Zaino) then you want to stick to one coat. If you like the fluidity then 2 is best. Supposed to rain tomorrow or I'd try a third coat and see what happens.
Like yesterday though I wont know until tomorrow what the final look will be like. Me like though! :xyxthumbs
imported_Tony
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looks good!
imported_NHBFAN
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I tried NXT for the first time this weekend.
The first was a metallic gold S100. I used VM and topped with NXT. It gave a very nice glow.
Yesterday, I applied a coat of NXT on my red truck with no prep ... just a QEW wash. The truck looked pretty good after the wash as I just washed and clayed and applied PwC + EX + S100 about 3 weeks ago.
I'm very pleased with the results, especially for minimal effort. :xyxthumbs
Today I kept walking around the truck trying to see if I could compare it to anything else I've used, but couldn't. Although it looks great, it's very hard to describe the NXT shine
:nixweiss
NXT compared to:
Klasse Twins: NXT is not as sterile
Poorboy's PwC + EX: NXT doesn't have the carnuba hybrid look
S100: Not as wet, but probably as reflective
Tech Wax may become my product of choice, not necessarily because it blows everything else out of the water, but because it's readily available and very easy to use.
Also, it's claim to contain the most UVA/UVB protection is enticing for my red paint.
The first was a metallic gold S100. I used VM and topped with NXT. It gave a very nice glow.
Yesterday, I applied a coat of NXT on my red truck with no prep ... just a QEW wash. The truck looked pretty good after the wash as I just washed and clayed and applied PwC + EX + S100 about 3 weeks ago.
I'm very pleased with the results, especially for minimal effort. :xyxthumbs
Today I kept walking around the truck trying to see if I could compare it to anything else I've used, but couldn't. Although it looks great, it's very hard to describe the NXT shine
:nixweiss
NXT compared to:
Klasse Twins: NXT is not as sterile
Poorboy's PwC + EX: NXT doesn't have the carnuba hybrid look
S100: Not as wet, but probably as reflective
Tech Wax may become my product of choice, not necessarily because it blows everything else out of the water, but because it's readily available and very easy to use.
Also, it's claim to contain the most UVA/UVB protection is enticing for my red paint.
imported_memnuts
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Applied NXT Tech Wax on my wife's daily driver (black LS400) yesterday. Last full prep and protectant applied around the first of December 03. After washing it was obvious most of the UPP was gone but car still had a good shine. Applied NXT x 2 with PC. Vehicle looked wonderful.
Here is the strange part. When my wife got home she asked me what I had done to the car? It looks GREAT!!! You must have spent the whole day in the garage polishing and waxing? Normally she comments on how clean and good it looks but this time she was really impressed. She asked what I used. I said a new sealant from Meguiar's. She said WOW, good stuff must have cost a lot. No comment on my part. I can use the difference (cheap verses expensive) for some other detailing supplies.
The last time I got that type comment was when I did spent 2 days with 3 stage polishing (DACP, Menzerna IP and FP) and protected with EX and topped with Souveran.
Here is the strange part. When my wife got home she asked me what I had done to the car? It looks GREAT!!! You must have spent the whole day in the garage polishing and waxing? Normally she comments on how clean and good it looks but this time she was really impressed. She asked what I used. I said a new sealant from Meguiar's. She said WOW, good stuff must have cost a lot. No comment on my part. I can use the difference (cheap verses expensive) for some other detailing supplies.
The last time I got that type comment was when I did spent 2 days with 3 stage polishing (DACP, Menzerna IP and FP) and protected with EX and topped with Souveran.
imported_NHBFAN
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blkZ28Conv said:The last time I got that type comment was when I did spent 2 days with 3 stage polishing (DACP, Menzerna IP and FP) and protected with EX and topped with Souveran.
Do you agree that washing and applying NXT rivaled the DACP + IP + FP + EX + Souveran combo in appearance?
GoodnClean
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I can't stop looking at the car, it looks great. It truly does look like I spent all day prepping it, even under intense discharge lighting like at gas stations. If this look holds then its definately a keeper.
imported_memnuts
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NHBFAN said:
Yes is depth of gloss and wetness, but more reflective without loosing hue of the basecoat. Amazing product.
I must give credit to the UPP for protectimg the finish and Dec prep work thru the majority of the winter in which I could not get to her because of the abnormally cold snap we had. :xyxthumbs
BlueDragonZ
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I'm very impresseed with NXT at this point. Of course my application was topped off with PS. The water beading during the first week is GREAT, then the water sheating afterwards is WONDERFUL. I guess it's just a matter of durability at this point then I'm completely sold.
**EDIT**
Actually these pictures are with PS then NXT. My most recent detail was the other way around with better results.
**EDIT**
Actually these pictures are with PS then NXT. My most recent detail was the other way around with better results.
imported_NHBFAN
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Any ideas on why NXT changes it's beading characteristics so fast?
BlueDragonZ
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NHBFAN said:
This is coming from Mike Phillips
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As to the beading/sheeting thing.
I don't know why.
Mike
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Bob A (SD)
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The green '99 Subaru Forester was originally washed last weekend and received a coat of NXT with no prep (no prep polishing... too many tiny winter salt / stone induced chips to repair first). This weekend I washed the car again with Blue Coral car wash. Then a second coat of NXT topped with S100. Used 303 on the tires and both exterior rubber trim and interior vinyl. From what I'm seeing from NXT, it certainly eclipses my old standby Meguiars product Medallion, and will be what I continue to use on the older Subie.
[More on my wash n wax experience with both NXT-S100 and GEPC - AIO - SG - PCW on page 2 of this thread:
http://www.autopia.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&postid=312601#post312601
Mike_Phillips
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Yeah I don't know why....
If water falls onto the surface, (at least at first), it beads really well.
If water is flowed or even sprayed over the finish it sheets.
I don't know why. :nixweiss :nixweiss :nixweiss
Mike
If water falls onto the surface, (at least at first), it beads really well.
If water is flowed or even sprayed over the finish it sheets.
I don't know why. :nixweiss :nixweiss :nixweiss
Mike
Mike Phillips said:
Exactly what I have noticed. Sure makes the car easier to dry. The NXT wash seems to make the sheeting action even more pronounced.
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Bob A (SD)-Uh, could you make those pics a little smaller so those of us on dial up can see them some time before summer?
imported_NHBFAN
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Mike Phillips said:
Ohhhhhhhh,
So the change in beading characteristics is more of a function of how the water comes in contact with NXT rather than a function of time since it's been applied.
I was confused
