When to wax?

[H. Whelply]

I seem to recall that it's best to wait a while (2 months? 4? 6? not sure)
before waxing the exterior of a new car. Something about allowing the paint
to dry or cure or something. But, unless I missed it, my '04 Forester
owner's manual just says, in so many words, "Wax the car." No limitations or
cautions about when.

I'd appreciate some advice. Shall I just wax away tomorrow? Or wait and, if
so, how long? If wait, why, exactly?

Thanks.

HW

 

[Fred]

Go ahead and wax. If you want a great car polish, go to zainobros.com I
tried their Z1 and Z2 and used a claybar before applying Z1 and Z2, for the
first time and I was amazed. Takes alittle more time, but it is will worth
it. Fred

 

[Paul Diamond]

I've been told that the amount of time the car spends on the boat coming
over is sufficient enough time for the paint to cure. With today's improved
paints it "cures" quicker than in the past.

 

[someone]

I seem to recall that it's best to wait a while (2 months? 4? 6? not sure)
before waxing the exterior of a new car. Something about allowing the paint
to dry or cure or something. But, unless I missed it, my '04 Forester
owner's manual just says, in so many words, "Wax the car." No limitations or
cautions about when.

I'd appreciate some advice. Shall I just wax away tomorrow? Or wait and, if
so, how long? If wait, why, exactly?

Thanks.

HW

It was probably already waxed at the dealership when it went on the lot. Go
for it whenever you have the energy/time.

 

[Jerre Bassler]

I would feel safe in waxing ASAP. I do on my new vehicles. I just used
the clay bar for the first time and will never wax again without it.
Fantastic results. I also use Buffalo Milke spray wax. Great on metal,
trim. plastic, chrome, glass etc. No white residue to clean. I do my
car in less than 30 minutes. I use Buffalo Milke as a detailer anytime.
Great product.

 

[Edward Hayes]

What is a clay bar? Why is it used and how is it used? Where can you get a
clay bar? eddie

 

[null]

How to use one at http://properautocare.com/usclaybartor.html

A clay bar is a 'clay' bar used to remove embedded contaniments in the
clearcoat of your
vehicle. They are called 'clay bars', 'detailer's clay', and 'overspray
clay'. The latter name
being the original use for the clay. Paint shops used it to safely remove
overspray without harse
chemicals. Follow the link above for how to use a clay bar. I've bought
several products from the people
and they are all quality (Blackfire wax, microfiber towels, 'big blue'
towel) I highly reccomend the big
blue towel, one towels dries the whole car.

 

[Jerre Bassler]

I use the brand Clay Magic which I got at Auto Zone. I hooked up with
Buffalo Milke and now sell it myself.

 

[Richard Jones]

I seem to recall that it's best to wait a while (2 months? 4? 6? not sure)
before waxing the exterior of a new car. Something about allowing the paint
to dry or cure or something. But, unless I missed it, my '04 Forester
owner's manual just says, in so many words, "Wax the car." No limitations or
cautions about when.

I'd appreciate some advice. Shall I just wax away tomorrow? Or wait and, if
so, how long? If wait, why, exactly?

Thanks.

HW

I have detail shop do all my cleaning on my 04 forrester and they
suggest that you can wax it right away. they also suggest re-waxing
every 6 to 12 months.

 

[de la rosa]

I have detail shop do all my cleaning on my 04 forrester and they
suggest that you can wax it right away. they also suggest re-waxing
every 6 to 12 months.

I know my dealer suggests I change oil at least every 3 months, regardless
of mileage.
and yes, he does make a tidy profit from changing oil for customers.

Hmm, Richard, I suggest you consider how that detail shop makes money
and decide whether or not you can take their suggestion on this matter
without taking that fact into consideration. I assume they wax vehicles,
if requested, do they not?