meguiars #26 hi-tech paste wax??

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tsx2004

WaffleWeed
anyone use it yet? how does it compare to s100 paste wax and poorboy's nattys paste wax? im planning to get a paste wax and i want all your opinions.

ive heard from someone that meguiars discontinued their $16 paste wax and came out with something better. im thinkin that the #26 is newer but im not sure as i never used paste wax before. please provide some inputs, thanks.

my car: Acura 2004 TSX
color: Premium Pearl white w/ parchment interior
 
Meguiar's #26 has been around a long time.
Haven't used the #26, the #16, or the Natty's.
I have used the S100 Carnauba and it has some good things going for it as far as I am concerned.
1. IMO, great look.
2. Easy on, easy off. Like wipe it on, wipe it off. No rubbing.
3. It doesn't stain black plastic trim!

Charles
 
#26 is really a great bargain in the paste form. I think you can find it at your local autozone, advanced auto, or other parts store for like 5 bucks. It is better looking on darker colors like red or black, it doesn't dry white either.
 
travisdecpn said:
#26 is really a great bargain in the paste form. I think you can find it at your local autozone, advanced auto, or other parts store for like 5 bucks. It is better looking on darker colors like red or black, it doesn't dry white either.
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I have used #26. I cant compare it to other waxes because i havent used them all yet. I bought mine at napa for 10 bucks. A little goes along way. It leaves a very warm look. The only downside is that it can be a little chunky.

Greg
 
I've used it too, probably 10 years ago it seems like. Worked good for me on a dark red car back then.
 
#26 is a fine wax, however the carnuba content is not that high. (That may or may not be a factor for you).

What I find is that #26 adds a "warm glow" as it deepens the paint. Nice look if that's what you want. It depends on the color of the car - when I want blue metallic paint to pop I don't use #26 as it "softens the look" and adds "warmth" to the paint. However, this would be great on red and black.
Instead I'll use #16 . . .

#16 is a great old fashioned wax that can't be beat. I'm sorry to see it disappearing from the market. #16 gives a clear and bright look. It requires a little more control in application. Too much and it becomes difficult to remove. Meg's Mirror-Glaze #16, as it is called, is one of my all time faves!

S-100/P21S is a highly regarded carnuba wax. Very EO/EO.

There are so many others to choose from. Often it's a matter of trial and error to see what looks good to your eyes on your ride. BTW, very nice ride you have. Good luck with it.

Hope all this helps.
 
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