Meguiars 26

Dr Oldz said:
Collinite 915, Mothers pure carnauba paste, Vic's and CG XXX. To name a few in that price range and last longer and look as good or better. 915 being the one that realy blows 26 away. Again just my opinion.
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Thanks. 915 and CG XXX have been on my radar.
 
The cool thing about M26 and Collinite 915 is they are old school waxes. They come in tin containers and dont try to wow you with a flashy logo. They are not the latest new thing. They are the latest old thing.
Dare I say, I like both equally. :eek:
 
Extreme Radiance said:
The cool thing about M26 and Collinite 915 is they are old school waxes. They come in tin containers and dont try to wow you with a flashy logo. They are not the latest new thing. They are the latest old thing.
Dare I say, I like both equally. :eek:
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I haven't used M26 in about 20 yrs and when I did it was the liquid, not the paste version. That said, I do own all 3 of the Collinite triplets and all are VERY easy to use, easy on, easy off and produce stunning results. Now, is M26 on par with #915, seriously??? Just curious.

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Sometimes it's overlooked, but D.O.I. is one of the main reasons for applying an LSP. ("Protection" is said to be another.)
With that said:
FUNX725 said:
I still stand by previous statements of mine regarding M26.
Such as:
FUNX725 said:
-#26...
Best D.O.I. of them all!
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D.O.I.? As far as I'm concerned this is the best definition of D.O.I., as it pertains to auto-detailing.

Mike.Phillips@Autogeek said:
I have a catalog in my collection from 1988 that states,

M26 is the only wax that will increase the D.O.I. of a previously polished surface.

I asked a chemist friend about this and he said it was because M26 has/had the ability to bend light. Maybe one of our engineering type people can explain how that would work...


D.O.I. = Distinction of Image

The ability of a surface to reflect an image clearly. A mirror offers 100% D.O.I.

:)
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Accordingly:
Collinite #915, et al, is sucking hind teet.


Bob
 
FUNX725 said:
Sometimes it's overlooked, but D.O.I. is one of the main reasons for applying an LSP. ("Protection" is said to be another.)
With that said:

Accordingly:
Collinite #915, et al, is sucking hind teet.


Bob
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Huh on the last part, LOL!

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D.O.I case in point
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My new favorite Carnauba wax is Surf City Barrier Reef hand mixed paste wax. Its been on my wife's Subaru for almost 2 months and still looks great, only used a quick spray wax over it once since then.
 
I've observed this DOI with #26 for years. IMO, you are spot on with the comments on #26 and images of the incredible DOI. I wouldn't be without it for my garage queen. Nothing I've used, new or old, had that same DOI. It leaves me smiling after applying. I might add that it provides a slight darkening and depth to my paint that I also really like.

I also see the advantage of using it as a topper for my DD. #26 may not protect as long as some modern sealants but it over-delivers on appearance.
 
I waxed my black Lexus this weekend with M26. I first hit the car with Poorboys Black Hole. Afterwards, in the garage, I really wasn't impressed. It didn't look any better to me than Ultimate Paste Wax, maybe with slightly better reflections, but it lacked the glow that Gold Class seemed to give.

The next day, when I pulled out in the early morning before the sun broke the horizon, I noticed the reflections off the bonnet as driving were crisper than normal. Not game changing better, but they were slightly better vs UPW and GCCP. I parked the car and came back in the mid morning sun and I was really impressed. The car had more shine than normal, the reflections were incredible. What I really noticed though was how the car had a "3D" look to it. The 2nd generation IS has some really great lines, and M26 seemed to reflect the sun off of these lines more so than other Meguiars waxes I have tried and really highlighted it's sexy curves. It was stunningly black, so much so that I ordered up the paste version as I like working with pastes more than liquids, they seem to spread better/further/thinner with a DA. Honestly, I'm not sure I can find a wax that really gives me the WOW factor at a much higher cost. 11oz for $13 for a wax that does all of the above??? Seems like a win to me.

I should mention that durability is rather meaningless to me since I wax monthly and my car is parked in a garage at home and work.
 
Mike.Phillips@Autogeek said:
I have a catalog in my collection from 1988 that states,


M26 is the only wax that will increase the D.O.I. of a previously polished surface.


on black paint,
most waxes would decrease D.O.I. while M26 would actually increase D.O.I.

I asked a chemist friend about this and he said it was
because M26 has/had the ability to bend light.

D.O.I. = Distinction of Image

The ability of a surface to reflect an image clearly. A mirror offers 100% D.O.I.

:)
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Here's Proof Positive!!:

tiSS'er said:
I waxed my black Lexus this weekend with M26.

The next day, when I pulled out in the early morning before the sun broke the horizon, I noticed the reflections off the bonnet as driving were crisper than normal.

I parked the car and came back in the mid morning sun and I was really impressed.
The car had more shine than normal,
the reflections were incredible.

What I really noticed though was how the car had a "3D" look to it.

The 2nd generation IS has some really great lines, and M26 seemed to reflect the sun off of these lines more so than other Meguiars waxes I have tried and really highlighted it's sexy curves.

It was stunningly black,

Honestly, I'm not sure I can find a wax that really gives me the WOW factor at a much higher cost. 11oz for $13 for a wax that does all of the above???

Seems like a win to me.
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^^^'Nuff said!!^^^

:props:

Bob
 
I threw another coat of M26 paste on this morning and I just love this stuff. I find the paste spreads much easier than the liquid (I prefer to wax by hand) and I can get it much thinner. I applied to 2 panels and then removed. I did head out this morning and there was quite a bit of ghosting, but nothing that some QD can't take care of. M26 just looks so darn good, I'll go so far to say much better than UPW. I'm going to have to throw a coat of UPW maybe next month and see how it compares. Please keep in mind that this car is not perfectly detailed, it is a daily driver.

A few photos from this morning. I am already finding it is looking better as the wax cures.

https://flic.kr/p/onqkLe

https://flic.kr/p/o6d5m4

https://flic.kr/p/onGGjv

https://flic.kr/p/o6d5pF

https://flic.kr/p/o6d5tP
 
I love using this wax on black. I love it even more when doing 2 coats. Very easy to work with, very rewarding results. Great stuff!!
 
jfelbab said:
I've observed this DOI with #26 for years. IMO, you are spot on with the comments on #26 and images of the incredible DOI. I wouldn't be without it for my garage queen. Nothing I've used, new or old, had that same DOI. It leaves me smiling after applying. I might add that it provides a slight darkening and depth to my paint that I also really like.

I also see the advantage of using it as a topper for my DD. #26 may not protect as long as some modern sealants but it over-delivers on appearance.
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Would M26 be used on to of a ceramic coating??
 
Bicycle said:
Would M26 be used on to of a ceramic coating??
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•I wouldn't use any other LSP...
not even M26...on top of any Coating!!

•I would want the Coatings' characteristics to be to the forefront.
-I even invested my (extra) money, and my time to apply the Coating.
-And now to put a different "type" of LSP on top of it: NO...Not me!!

However:
The above reasoning of mine probably can be distinguished between what does exist, and what seems to exist.
Nevertheless:
The exploration of these two distinct terms can lead to the discovery and exposition of the endless variety and excitement of what I'll refer to as:
"Variations to Detailing"...Hurrah(?)!

Bob
 
Damn, you guys made me buy another wax! HAHA-looking forward to using the paste wax this weekend. Do you apply to one panel at a time the remove the residue with this one or do the entire vehicle and then if it passes the swipe test then remove? How long to wait in between coats?

Thanks
 
This one is a let haze and wipe off. Takes about 10-15 min for it to haze. You could probably get away with applying a few hours after the first coat.
 
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