Okay to wash after compounding but before wax?

[Ryan L.]

Hey guys...

Always wondered what the "correct" answer is to this. Is it okay to wash a car after "cleaning the paint" (#83, #80, etc) but before putting wax on. I was wondering because I am not the guy that has the patience to tape off everything and I would find it easier to just wash before waxing.

Thanks,
Ryan

[TimG]

Re: Okay to wash after compounding but before wax?

Hey Ryan,

Good news is you're not alone. Majority of the weekend detailing buddies here wash the vehicle after doing compounding/polishing to rid of the compound dust, splatter, etc..

But washing with those wash n wax products (refering non Megs) - we prefer to stay away from them. Just want the surface cleaned.

Hope this helps

Tim

[Superior Shine]

Re: Okay to wash after compounding but before wax?

I have been doing that for over 19 years!

[Ryan L.]

Re: Okay to wash after compounding but before wax?

Thanks guys for the responses...I thought it was okay, just wanted to clarify.

Ryan

[BlueZero]

Re: Okay to wash after compounding but before wax?

I'm going to give that a try next time, never did it. Seems like it would work good.