Eagle One Nanowax

[boggs0214]

Just wondering if anyone has used the new product that Eagle One makes called Nanowax? I have been using Duponts Teflon wax and it works extremely well but doesn't really last as long as it should. If anyone has used the product please tell me your comments.

[mightytitan]

IT'S AWSOME!!! I've tried numerous waxes and some work better than others until I tried the Nanowax ! It goes on easy, comes off w/ little to no residue and most importantly - it even fills in the small scratches.

Watch the Pep-Boys ad - they tend to run sales for $9.99 w/ a $10.00 mail in rebate. Can't beat that! You actually get it for free + $.01.

The shine and beads (when vehicle is wet) is beautiful.

[rcantu]

Almost free is nice so I'll def look out for it

[jason27]

Can't say that I've had any complaints about it either. I just recently clay bar'ed the truck and then nanowaxed it and wow, smooooooth!!!

[boggs0214]

just wanting to find out before i actually used it. picked up a bottle of it at auto zone today and planning to wax tomorrow. the main reason that i was looking at it is because it says polish and wax. looks to be a good product

[boggs0214]

would give Eagle One Nanowax two thumbs up. Goes on easy and comes off extremely easy. I did like Duponts Teflon wax but it is just a pain to take off. Will have to see how long this nanowax last. I would give Duponts Telfon a good three months. Hopefully Eagle One lasts longer.

[RxZ]

Got any pictures of the final results?

[boggs0214]

yeah ill take a couple today and post them up later on.

[1chris79]

i've tried this wax, and it goes on well. the marketing for the 'nano' chemicals is all B.S. imo. i've got a few very fine scratches in my paint, and it doesn't help it any better than other similar waxes. the water beads well but doesn't last very long. i'm going to try NXT next. heard good things about it.

[georged]

Before buying any wax/polish determine what they are:

Wax, wax/polish - normally a carnauba wax base. Carnauba wax is a natural product primarily from Brazil. This is the main component of the majority of consumer vehicle wax/polish on the market. Good shine, poor durability as carnauba wax is susceptible to heat, deterioration beginning in the high 80s and becoming progressively worse with temperature increases. Poor climatic durability in wet conditions. If you like waxing cars a lot for the exercise, use a carnauba based wax.

Polish - normally a synthetic polymer. This is the best protection one can put on a painted surface as it withstands high temperatures and adverse climatic conditions. It has been used on aircraft for many years but just began to appear in consumer markets in the last decade. NuFinish, usually available from Wal-Mat, is a polymer polish with cleansers. IMO the best polymer polish is Zaino, available on the Internet. The great thing about polymer polishes is that they require no rubbing. Apply. let it dry and it wipes off with a soft cloth.

There are some combination wax/polymer products on the market, but I've heard no good comments about them. All wax/polishes provide an equal amount of initial shine, but only the pure polymer will last.

Preparation of finish for wax/polish:

If you want to remove every trace of any wax/polish, carnauba based or polymer, wash your vehicle with any dish washing liquid soap. It'll strip it clean. Use only car wash soaps specifically designed for that purpose.

(no affiliation with any of the aforementioned products)

[RxZ]

Originally Posted by georged

Polish - normally a synthetic polymer. This is the best protection one can put on a painted surface as it withstands high temperatures and adverse climatic conditions. It has been used on aircraft for many years but just began to appear in consumer markets in the last decade. NuFinish, usually available from Wal-Mat, is a polymer polish with cleansers. IMO the best polymer polish is Zaino, available on the Internet. The great thing about polymer polishes is that they require no rubbing. Apply. let it dry and it wipes off with a soft cloth.

Just to clarify, a polish is NOT a protectant unless it is one of those polish/wax combo's (which I have not heard good things about). A polish is an abbrasive that takes out fine scratches, water deposits, baked in bird droppings, etc... If you polish your vehicle, you must wax after because the polish will take off whatever wax you had on before.

[TitanGixx]

i havent used the nanowax but since mighty said you get paid for buying it, i will deff be looking for it!

i have used meguiers(sp?) NXT, that some good stuff too!

[QShip]

I would use Collinite Fleetwax. You can find it at your local boat shop.

[georged]

Originally Posted by RxZ

Just to clarify, a polish is NOT a protectant unless it is one of those polish/wax combo's (which I have not heard good things about). A polish is an abbrasive that takes out fine scratches, water deposits, baked in bird droppings, etc... If you polish your vehicle, you must wax after because the polish will take off whatever wax you had on before.

Polish, in automotive finish and refinish terminology (seven years with DuPont's Finishes Division) is defined as to enhance and protect the finish gloss.

Rubbing compounds - available in a variety of abrasive grades, used to remove varying degrees of the finish itself. Polish must then be applied to the finish to protect from oxidation.

Polish/cleanser - wax or polymer based, may contain mild to strong chemical cleansers but should contain no abrasive materials. Will not remove scratches or finish blemishes

Polish - Wax based or polymer based with no cleansers or abrasives to protect finish and enhance finish gloss.

Ideal protection and gloss enhancement of automotive finish:

1. Wash with dish washing liquid soap/water combination

2. Apply light rubbing compound to remove any surface blemishes, including scratches

3. Wash with dish washing liquid soap/water

4. Clay bar entire finish

5. Wash with dish washing liquid soap/water

6. Apply polymer based polish with no chemical cleanser.

7. Apply polymer gloss enhancer to remove static and enhance gloss

8. Apply second coat of polish with 48-hours

9. Apply polymer gloss enhancer

Maintenance:

1. Wash only with car wash soap containing no alkali

2. Dry vehicle (electric, 120MPH+ leaf blower works best)

3. Apply polymer gloss enhancer

4. Apply coat of polymer polish every 3-6 months depending on climatic exposure

5. For garage queen show cars, a California duster may be used in lieu of washing followed by application of gloss enhancer

[TitanGixx]

thats alot of detailing lol