First Waxing

Discussion in 'General Motoring' started by George Yousko, Aug 10, 2003.

  1. George Yousko

    George Yousko Guest

    Hi,

    When is it safe to apply the first coat of wax - way back when I remember
    that the paint had to cure for about six weeks. I was told all is safe from
    the moment you receive the car as the new paints don't require this. True
    or false?

    Thanks for any input,

    George
     
    George Yousko, Aug 10, 2003
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  2. George Yousko

    noway Guest

    I waxed mine the first day I got it. If your worried about it, wait 2 months
    from the manufacture date.
     
    noway, Aug 11, 2003
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  3. George Yousko

    Pete Guest

    True. Nowadays, painting at the factory is done at very high temperatures
    and does not require larger amounts of time to cure. By the time you
    receive the car, it's ready for waxing. Now, if you had the car repainted
    at an autobody shop, I'd wait about 60-90 days before waxing. Body shops
    cannot use such high temps during painting since it could melt the plastics
    around and inside the car.

    Cheers,

    Pete
     
    Pete, Aug 11, 2003
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