Should I be leary of waxing a black vehicle outdoors in temps that will be in the mid to upper 40s. The car is a very very very expensive piece. I plan on using Meguiar's NXT I would hate to have a problem removing the wax.
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Re: Applying and removing wax in cool/cold weather
Well, waxing in the cold can get interesting, but it can be done. Staying above 40 degress is best though.
The worst thing is the general dampness, which can lead to streaking. However, it isnt something that will ruin paint, so sont worry. The worst thing is to press to hard, and work to hard to remove the streaks, as you may mar the paint.2017 Subaru WRX Premium - WR Blue
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I would stick with #26 and/or #20 in those temperatures! With most other sealants you may have issues with the product drying to a haze. If you use NXT the paste will probably work better for you. For me the NXT paste dries much more quickly than the liquid.
Of all the above LSPs, the #20 is really the best suited for cold weather!!!!!!
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Originally posted by black240sx View PostI've used #26 in 40dF weather and it did not cure properly. I had to clay and wax again just a couple of days later.
It is entirely possible that #26 doesn't dry easily enough at 40. I have used it in 50 degree temps and it was fine. In your case then #20 would be your only option.
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I recently applied #21 synthetic sealant in 30*F weather and experienced no problems to speak of. It went on and came off just fine. As long as the humidity is relatively low, I'd think that you would have similar results.2004 Ford F250 SuperDuty Crew 6.0L Diesel - Black
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so to get things clearer..... I too would like to wax outside when its in the 40 degree farenht. temperatures.....
is it better to (easier to wipe off by hand) use ColorX rather than NXT liquid wax?
p.s. what is #20, someone said that it is better suited to apply in colder weather?.....is it a cleaner wax or the last step wax?
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Originally posted by RamAirV1 View PostWhat happened? Did it streak? Maybe you didn't let it dry long enough. If you had to wax a few days later you probably did not need to clay. A paint cleaner like DC#1 would have been easier.
It is entirely possible that #26 doesn't dry easily enough at 40. I have used it in 50 degree temps and it was fine. In your case then #20 would be your only option.
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Well just completed my cold weather waxing of a black car. I used Meguiar's Liquid NXT. The cars surface was perfect no prep needed other than a wash. I waxed and used a micro-fiber towel to buff and it took some hard elbow grease to get the wax off especially the hood and trunk. The temp was 45-degrees and there was no sun.
I would have to say NXT is not an easy wax to use in cold weather.
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When we train all of our reps at Meguiar's this is always a test question. Good topic for discussion every year around this time.
Meguiar's does not recommend using any of our products in temperatures below 55 degrees. This does not mean if you do your paint will suffer any real damage. This is simply a safe guide to inform you of how the products will work best. Any colder than 55 degrees and you definitely run the risk of difficulty in application and removal. This may vary anywhere from "It took me an hour and a half to wipe off" to "I can't get this wax off with a hammer and chisel".
This forum is a great place because you get to hear real world stories from many members about their personal experiences. I for one appreciate it because as you probably know Meguiar's is located in So Cal where you can take your dog to the beach on a weekend in December, which by the way, I did last Saturday. I need to hear and learn from the real enthusiasts out there braving the harsh conditions to care for their rides. Thanks for your input guys, but just to reinforce Meguiar's cannot recommend you attempt this in weather any colder than 55 degrees.Brian Hann
Manager - Meguiar's Solutions Hub
Meguiar's Inc.
Irvine, California
bhann@meguiars.com
(800) 854-8073 *3870
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Brian-
Thank you for your information. I understand Meguiar's suggest using their products in temps over 55-degrees. As I stated above I used NXT in 45-degrees and had a difficult time. With this understood are there any other products / brands that may work better in these cold temps?
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Originally posted by DonC View PostBrian-
Thank you for your information. I understand Meguiar's suggest using their products in temps over 55-degrees. As I stated above I used NXT in 45-degrees and had a difficult time. With this understood are there any other products / brands that may work better in these cold temps?
#20 is best for cold weather, no contest!
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