NXT 2.0 application tips needed

[Idlewild294]

Hey everyone. I own a black GMC Sierra, and I've used Zaino for years, and now I'm trying NXT liquid wax. I know it needs to be applied thin, but I'm struggling at getting it applied evenly and thin enough. There are always streaks/haze where I first begin applying NXT to my truck after putting a dab of NXT on the applicator pad. Would a spritz of UQD on the pad help with spreading the product evenly? In the past when my Zaino would streak a simple wash would even the streaks and remove them, but removing the streaks and haze from NXT has been very difficult I've had to use Gold Class Wash over the affected areas several times to remove the streaks. I even waited several days and the streaks were still difficult to remove. I really want NXT to work for me, but these streaks are so frustrating. I also used #7 glaze prior to the wax. Would the NXT paste wax be any easier to spread? Any tips would be greatly appreciated.

[davey g-force]

Re: NXT 2.0 application tips needed

Hmm.. sounds like you may be applying too much.

Are you letting it haze before removing? How long for?

[Idlewild294]

Re: NXT 2.0 application tips needed

Hmm.. sounds like you may be applying too much.

Are you letting it haze before removing? How long for?

Yes, I am applying it too thick in areas, and I'm looking for ways to spread it.

[goldenlight]

Re: NXT 2.0 application tips needed

By hand I would use a foam pad similar to this..

YOu can try purchasing a cheep Dual Action Polisher from Harbor Fright Tools

[ffboy]

Re: NXT 2.0 application tips needed

NXT 2.0 Paste in my experience can be a bit difficult to apply, you just have to apply it as thin as you can. Another option would be via DA Buffer, you can scrape of a really thin layer and spread it on the buffing pad as if spreading butter on bread, set it between 3 and 4.

[Idlewild294]

Re: NXT 2.0 application tips needed

Thanks for the quick replies. My problem is that I will put a dime size spot of NXT on my pad and then I will smooth it out with my finger. The spot where I first place my pad on my truck will have the thickest amount of product, and I can never spread the product out well enough to make a "barely visible" even layer. There will be thick spots and streaks here and there that never spread as thin as needed. Will a damp applicator pad help?

[The Guz]

Re: NXT 2.0 application tips needed

What I do when I use ultimate liquid wax, is put a small amount on the pad and dab it across the panel I'm working with and then work it in until I have a real thin layer applied. That way you are not putting the product all in one spot.

Another tip that I have read is to apply it to the center of the panel and work your way out.

[davey g-force]

Re: NXT 2.0 application tips needed

Applying via a DA polisher is a good way to ensure a thin coat of wax.

[ffboy]

Re: NXT 2.0 application tips needed

Liquid should be a lot easier to apply, how hot was the surface when you applied the NXT 2.0 liquid? I've had issues with streaking when the surface is a bit too warm. I misread your post, seems to me that NXT 2.0 liquid is way easier to apply than the paste, the paste seems to drag for some reason but barely experienced any streaking or smearing with it. I still have my NXT 2.0 liquid, and never had any issues in applying a barely visible coat of wax.

[jankerson]

Re: NXT 2.0 application tips needed

Hey everyone. I own a black GMC Sierra, and I've used Zaino for years, and now I'm trying NXT liquid wax. I know it needs to be applied thin, but I'm struggling at getting it applied evenly and thin enough. There are always streaks/haze where I first begin applying NXT to my truck after putting a dab of NXT on the applicator pad. Would a spritz of UQD on the pad help with spreading the product evenly? In the past when my Zaino would streak a simple wash would even the streaks and remove them, but removing the streaks and haze from NXT has been very difficult I've had to use Gold Class Wash over the affected areas several times to remove the streaks. I even waited several days and the streaks were still difficult to remove. I really want NXT to work for me, but these streaks are so frustrating. I also used #7 glaze prior to the wax. Would the NXT paste wax be any easier to spread? Any tips would be greatly appreciated.

Been using NXT 2 for years and all you really have to do is let it dry really well and it will come off really easy.

Don't put a lot on the pad at one time that way spreading it thin would be somewhat easier, but as others said a DA polisher is the real trick to applying any wax and it doesn't take long at all either.

What I do is let it dry for a few hours and then remove it.

[PPLd]

Re: NXT 2.0 application tips needed

Thanks for the quick replies. My problem is that I will put a dime size spot of NXT on my pad and then I will smooth it out with my finger. The spot where I first place my pad on my truck will have the thickest amount of product, and I can never spread the product out well enough to make a "barely visible" even layer. There will be thick spots and streaks here and there that never spread as thin as needed. Will a damp applicator pad help?

It sound like your car is not cool to touch so the NXT liquid tech wax is drying up too soon.
Are you working in the sun or high temperature?

NXT liquid is very easy to apply and remove. It is very forgiving and smell wonderful.

[ffboy]

Re: NXT 2.0 application tips needed

It sound like your car is not cool to touch so the NXT liquid tech wax is drying up too soon.
Are you working in the sun or high temperature?

NXT liquid is very easy to apply and remove. It is very forgiving and smell wonderful.

Absolutely. The only real issue I have with NXT 2.0, particularly the liquid is streaking, especially on hot weather. Solution is to wait for the weather to cool down or to work in smaller areas. NXT is a breeze to work with, correct, you have to work in cooler weather for optimum results.