#26 or NXT 2.0?

[96hb]

Hi all. I just finished washing and claying my car, and then applying a coat of #7. I was wondering which wax would be better to use on my light colored car. Or could I layer them? What would the experts recommend?

[Murr1525]

Re: #26 or NXT 2.0?

Both are good waxes, some folks like using a carnuba blend like #26. But Nxt 2.0 has the new hydrophobic polymers in it, and is really nice...

[Markus Kleis]

Re: #26 or NXT 2.0?

On a light car, *probably* the NXT...but it's not going to look much different (if at all) to most people with either one.

Use whatever one you want to, and then try the other one the next time and compare the experiences and results.

[Orca]

Re: #26 or NXT 2.0?

I have tried NXT Tech Wax original and 21 2.0 (the new version) and simply do not get on with them. I have a white car and a black car ... on the black car, I find #7 and #26 to be perfect partners and on the white car, I have used #16 to great effect, as well as #20. The darkening effects I see with #26 do not translate well to lighter coloured cars, IMO, but TBH hardly anyone will notice a difference - beauty truly is in the eye of the beholder when it comes to finishing your own car.

That's reading between the lines, but to answer your question outright: #26 or NXT on light coloured cars, I would not use #26.

[Markus Kleis]

Re: #26 or NXT 2.0?

I will add this, #21 2.0 on black is absolutely STUNNING IMO. #21 2.0 is my "go-to" product for black cars every single time and it leaves the most unbelievable high gloss and mirror-like effect that work can not possibly do it justice.

For example...





THAT is how black should look IMO.

[J. A. Michaels]

Re: #26 or NXT 2.0?

Just for the hydrophobic action of the nxt 2.0 I would lean to this. However I like the #26 also. It all boils down to what you think looks best to your eye.

[acsuppa]

Re: #26 or NXT 2.0?

For me, I love #26. NXT 2.0 would last a little longer thought. I personal wasn't happy with NXT 2.0 but a lot of people love it. I use #20 for the long New England winters since it holds up a little better. NXT 2.0 will most likely also hold up longer.

[allnitro]

Re: #26 or NXT 2.0?

This is a black with #26. I think it gives more warmth than NXT 2. It depends what you like and I guess that's why they make different waxes/sealants. It's just my opinion, but I don't like NXT 2, to my eye it's not good on black, it's too sterile or plastic looking. In the end it's whatever pleases your eye.

[96hb]

Re: #26 or NXT 2.0?

I guess I will try a little bit of both and see which one looks best, and then go with two coats of that product. I do love the richness of the paint that the #7 has given.

[Ryan L.]

Re: #26 or NXT 2.0?

Even though Meguiar's doesn't teach "layering", my newest favorite combo is #7, NXT 2.0 then M26. 12 hours later I wipe the car down with UQD, so I still have some hydrophobic properties. Every color I have used this combo on makes it look dripping wet.

Ryan

[CarbonBlack]

Re: #26 or NXT 2.0?

They both rock!
you can't go wrong with either.

BTW-
Meguiars has a satisfaction guarantee, so don't worry about it not being as good as you wished.

[96hb]

Re: #26 or NXT 2.0?

Well, I currently have a coat of NXT 2.0 on the car, and I plan to try adding a coat of #26 tomorrow, like the above poster mentioned. I will report back my findings, with pics.

[Ryan L.]

Re: #26 or NXT 2.0?

Well, I currently have a coat of NXT 2.0 on the car, and I plan to try adding a coat of #26 tomorrow, like the above poster mentioned. I will report back my findings, with pics.

What color is your car? I think you'll like it no matter what though.

Ryan

[96hb]

Re: #26 or NXT 2.0?

This color. Midori.

[96hb]

Re: #26 or NXT 2.0?

Midori. You can google it....96 Honda Civic Midori green paint. I'm trying to post pics, but it keeps saying a moderator will have to approve it before it's seen on the boards.