Best over the counter paste wax

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Chris Shades

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What is the best otc paste wax for looks and durability, I am considering Mothers step 3 or meguiars gold class. Also What is the difference between nxt paste and liquid? I am confused because I still dont know if nxt is more of a natural wax or can be qualified as a paint sealant?





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You should rethink the gold class, it is one of the least durable waxes on the market. The mother's 3 step is ok, nothing special, the wax is on the shiney side. NXT is indeed a sealant and has no wax in it. Megs #26 is probably the best overall looking OTC stuff, however 845IW is probably the longest lasting but not really a paste.
 
Thanks for the quick reply. After thinking about it, I like spending time on my car anyway and like the look of gold class paste so I may just top it over nxt. I Dont really mind waxing my car alot but one time I've seen gold class removed simply with detail spray so Im aware of how sensitive and how long it may last.
 
The new reformulated Gold Class wax (paste and liquid) is coming out in the next few months, why not just wait to get some of that?
 
Chris Shades said:
Thanks for the quick reply. After thinking about it, I like spending time on my car anyway and like the look of gold class paste so I may just top it over nxt. I Dont really mind waxing my car alot but one time I've seen gold class removed simply with detail spray so Im aware of how sensitive and how long it may last.
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Just keep in mind that each time you apply the NXT you'll need to completely strip off the Gold class. Nubas over sealants work great but applying a sealant over a nuba just doesn't work well. Sealants need a surface to bond to and wax is not one of them. As with all things in this business, there are rare exceptions to this rule.
 
mborner said:
Just keep in mind that each time you apply the NXT you'll need to completely strip off the Gold class. Nubas over sealants work great but applying a sealant over a nuba just doesn't work well. Sealants need a surface to bond to and wax is not one of them. As with all things in this business, there are rare exceptions to this rule.
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LOL, this might be that exception. IF the GC is still even on there after your next wash... the NXT has cleaners in it to aid in bonding. All Meguiars LSP products can be applied on top of each other.
 
I hated Gold Class wax, shine was ok for a week, then it lost its slickness really fast and by the second wash it was completely gone... Here where I am I paid $20 for it! Never again, but thanks to some research and through talks with others I found a great wax which I am very satisfied with- S100, im not sure if you can call it an over the counter wax, but its only $23 where I live and found at almost all Harley Dealerships!
 
I have to have 2. Can't determine which is better, there both great. Meg's #26(Easily found anywhere) and S100 which I've only found at Harley stores other than online.
 
Megs 26 is a great paste, if a little hard to work with (it turns into concrete if it dries too much). I'm a big fan of Mother's California Gold Carnauba as well. Turtle Wax Platinum Paste was the best OTC paste value, but it's gone now. Some people seem to like Turtle Wax ICE paste though.



The Mother's FX paste looks like it'll be killer too.
 
IMHO, Mother's California Gold has good depth and gloss; I like it. Meguiar's #26 looks especially good on darker colors but may mute metallics. For durability, Collinite 476s, 885 or 915 will fill the bill nicely. Carquest does carry Collinite, if there's one available in your area.
 
I apreciate all the intput and advice guys. I end up buying megs Gold class, Cant go wrong for a brand new can for $7.99. Hopefully my girl will come through on christmas with pinnicale souveran and the klasse combo i've been after.
 
NXT 2.0 Available everywhere or Megs #26 Sometimes its a hard find but its out there at least around here it is. I can't speak for everywhere.



Some people live by Turtle Wax ICE pate. I don't like it I always seem to get a hazy finish. But thats my results.
 
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