Gold class (wax) vs NXT (polymer) ??

[river]

Hi Mike. What factors determine whether I should go with the polymer, or traditional wax?

I want the best luster and depth, but am by FAR most worried about DURABILITY how it holds up to our heat and sun and to being used. It's on a motorcycle so the surface gets touched, rubed against, etc.

Can polymer be removed easily like any wax by using Dawn, or should I not worry about buildup?

Seems like if NXT was a no brainer there would be no triditional wax so there must be tradeoffs.

Thanks.

[Ryan L.]

Re: Gold class (wax) vs NXT (polymer) ??

What do you mean by polymer...NXT just has polymers in it, is still a wax. Its really personal preferance when it comes down to looks.

Ryan

[PorscheGuy997]

Re: Gold class (wax) vs NXT (polymer) ??

Just to add, there is no protectant out there that will protect against scratches. They're just too thin! The protectants you apply (synthetic or carnauba) can not be measured with a paint gauge.

As Ryan said, it all comes down to personal preference. Some people like the look of carnauba, while others like the protection of NXT 2.0

[river]

Re: Gold class (wax) vs NXT (polymer) ??

Thanks. So the NXT protects better but doesn't look as shiny? I'm sure it's not this simple but just hoping to elicit some further clarification, thanks much for your help.

[Markus Kleis]

Re: Gold class (wax) vs NXT (polymer) ??

Thanks. So the NXT protects better but doesn't look as shiny? I'm sure it's not this simple but just hoping to elicit some further clarification, thanks much for your help.

$50 says you can't see the difference between the two when applied to most clear coated vehicles.

Although most people buy wax "for looks," in reality most look the same. Where the difference really comes into play is ease of use, longevity, and price. Both Gold Class and NXT are easy to use and are very affordable. Of the two, I believe the general consensus is that NXT will offer protection longer than Gold Class- some may find otherwise in their personal experience.

Like I said before, Gold Class is very cheap- I suggest getting a tub or bottle of it, as well as a bottle of NXT 2.0 and then trying both to see what you like most. Both apply, remove, and smell differently...so those aspects alone might sway you one way or the other.

[J. A. Michaels]

Re: Gold class (wax) vs NXT (polymer) ??

Unfortunately they is no one size fits all answer. Like Mark suggested you have to determine what looks best to your eyes, Also you have to factor in is my car garaged, Outside in the elements 24/7 the list goes on and on. All these things play into how long lasting or durable your lsp is.

[river]

Re: Gold class (wax) vs NXT (polymer) ??

OK, I think I understand, thanks much guys.

[Mike Phillips]

Re: Gold class (wax) vs NXT (polymer) ??

Just to note, Meguiar's doesn't make any wax or paint protection products where the protection is based upon a single ingredient. For example, if you read the back label of Deep Crystal Carnauba Wax it states that Carnauba wax is blended with silicones, polymers and resins.

If you use a product where the protection ingredients are based upon only a single ingredient you only get the benefits and features that this single ingredient has to offer.

Our chemists are much better than that and they know how to give you a product that will do more than what a product based upon only one protection ingredient can offer you and your car's paint.

Sometimes you just have to trust in the name on the label...

[river]

Re: Gold class (wax) vs NXT (polymer) ??

Thanks Mike, sounds like that product is not in the "wax" category or in the "polymers" category, as NXT would be considered polymer. I hope my categories make sense but this is what I've been getting from the internet, there are two approaches, carnuba for the warmth and depth, and polymers for more hard, longer lasting, glass-like finish. If the Deep Crystal Carnuba has polymers it's the best of both worlds eh?

Just to note, Meguiar's doesn't make any wax or paint protection products where the protection is based upon a single ingredient. For example, if you read the back label of Deep Crystal Carnauba Wax it states that Carnauba wax is blended with silicones, polymers and resins.

If you use a product where the protection ingredients are based upon only a single ingredient you only get the benefits and features that this single ingredient has to offer.

Our chemists are much better than that and they know how to give you a product that will do more than what a product based upon only one protection ingredient can offer you and your car's paint.

Sometimes you just have to trust in the name on the label...

[Mike Phillips]

Re: Gold class (wax) vs NXT (polymer) ??

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Thanks Mike, sounds like that product is not in the "wax" category or in the "polymers" category, as NXT would be considered polymer.
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Sometimes things just aren't as simple as they seem even though it seems they would be so simple.

I hope my categories make sense but this is what I've been getting from the Internet, there are two approaches, Carnauba for the warmth and depth, and polymers for more hard, longer lasting, glass-like finish.

Except that there are natural polymers and synthetic polymers, the word polymer is just too vague to use by itself as it's a catch-all term. It's thrown around very loosely on detailing discussion forums and this tends to lead to a lot of confusion as usually there's no one on all these forums adding the extra sentence or two to clarify things.

If the Deep Crystal Carnauba has polymers it's the best of both worlds eh?

Sometimes you just have to make the decision to trust the name on the label plus try a product out for yourself and see if you like it for your application and your personal preferences. I know this can sound like a very simple reply but it is kind of how it works.

A couple of years ago on another detailing forum I was scanning to see what the hot topics were I saw two stark opposite threads, one went like this,

"I love Gold Class Wax"

The other went like this,

"I hate Gold Class Wax"


This was on a website dedicated to Corvettes in their detailing sub-forum. Same type of car but two very different perspectives all based upon each person's individual experience and expectations.


Check this out...

Is it a wax? Or a paint sealant?