I'm thinking of going with the Meguiar's NXT wax for my white 370Z. I've seen posts saying it's great for black cars. Is it just as good for the white
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06-10-2010, 04:08 AM | #166 (permalink) |
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I'm thinking of going with the Meguiar's NXT wax for my white 370Z. I've seen posts saying it's great for black cars. Is it just as good for the white paint or should I be looking for something else?
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06-10-2010, 12:41 PM | #167 (permalink) |
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It will be fine.
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Hey folks. Sorry for not coming around here in such a long time. I've been preoccupied with school work and getting some cars ready for the summer, as y'all can imagine. I'll answer some of the questions that have been asked since my last visit.
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Even if it's brand new, your car may need some paint correction. Search for Junkman2000's videos on YouTube in order to see how you can do it. Has everything from clay-barring, to polishing, to applying a wax. Quote:
Melting wax is not an issue. But when carnauba wax is exposed to direct sunlight during its curing period, it will tend to yellow, which will causea hazy, yellowish film to appear on your finish. NXT is great for any kind of paint. I personally find that it gives a whole new dimension to vibrant colors, such as red, yellow, or even a blue. Black cars find more depth from carnauba-based waxes such as Meguiars' Gold Class. Seeing as your car is white, just make sure that you apply it under an intense halogen lightsource, or you'll miss some spots.
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08-14-2010, 02:18 PM | #171 (permalink) |
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I would be very careful with that. If the vehicle is a little too dirty you are going to scratch the paint. Everyone should buy a foam gun to wash their Z's, it's the best method of washing.
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11-21-2010, 03:32 PM | #172 (permalink) |
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I personally wouldn't touch any kind of dry wash with a 10 ft. pole, especially on darker colors. You will get swirl marks - I garantee it.
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12-29-2010, 01:29 AM | #173 (permalink) | |
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I got my Nissan Z and refused to pay dealer prep so I used Ice on the car.... 3 months later; amazing. Now, I am not a show-car guy nor a "wax" pro but I will attest to the the ease, shine, and durabilty of this wax for the common user,,, OK experts, let me know where I have gone astray besides telling me that I must use some paste wax that will take me days to apply and require multiple coats...... I like it as I like my Z; fast, clean, easy, and long lasting........ |
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12-29-2010, 01:43 PM | #174 (permalink) |
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update
since I posted to this thread-I took an automotive detailing class at a technical college. Needless to say-was the only girl but came out 2nd in the class. Wow-did I learn a lot!
I have the whole detailing shabang with a high pressure washer, blower, PC, swirl remover,waxes, wheel cleaners and sealants, etc. I have been an Adam's fan for awhile because of how the products perform and are backed 110%. Americana is the paste wax I use from them-perfect on dark colors! Watched also the Junkman videos-he is #1 in my book. He has taken the time to answer any question I have asked. |
01-13-2011, 03:34 PM | #175 (permalink) |
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Have a 2011 Pearl White 370z on order as of 01/08/11, have to wait 3 months to get it UGH!!! Well, in the mean time I'm trying to gather all the info I can to baby it once I get it. Could someone point me to a great wax for the Pearl White finish please? Also, what would you recommend for the wheels and tires to keep them looking SLICK? I appreciate your time...TY
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if you bought the car off the lot-the paint has had time to "cure" which is about 90 days to be safe. If you ever get a paint job-wait that long before waxing. Otherwise, a car off the lot is good to go for a nice clean up and wax. I wax-let it sit-then buff and apply a second coat or subsequent coats atfer 12-24 hours.
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Google Adam's polish -you can shop and look at the forum-many detail tips and tricks to help out. Everyone has different cars-but like them CLEAN... |
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01-20-2011, 02:21 PM | #179 (permalink) |
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does this detailing setup make sense? I am open to suggestion I am really new to this
Products: Gilmour's Foammaster II 2x Sheepskin mitts 2x buckets Meguiars gold class car wash Meguiars' NXT TechWax paste Meguiars quick clay detailing system 4-5x microfiber cloths 1) rinse car 2) wash car with foam master + gold class car wash using my sheepskin mitts (1 for wheels/bottom 1 for rest of the car) using 1 bucket to rinse mitts. 3) Dry car with microfiber cloths 4) Clay 5) wash car repeating steps 2 & 3 6) wax car with the techwax I assume I dont need the two bucket system if I am using a foammaster? Should I polish the car? I've been reading up polishing and it seems pretty complicated so I am unsure if it's worth the trouble. |
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I would also suggest Collinite's 846 double wax. It's SUPER durable and again also looks great on light cars. You can top it with a carnuba wax if you so choose, but it's not a necessity. There is a Finish Kare product that's called "pink wax" that supposedly looks really good over the 1000p... I haven't used it myself though. |
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