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    New car on order

    Sorry if this has come up recently but have you ever tried to search "New car" You get like every post ever made on the site.

    Last night I just ordered a new GM car and won't get it for about 5-6 weeks (custom order) my question is how long before I can clay,wax and polish? I've heard different stories on this. One is wait 6 months and the other is that paint from the factory is curred when it comes out (some oven process).
    I ask because before I start driving it I'm having a clear bra put on, and my fear is that if it goes on and I wax later I'll have a car in two shades of white.

    Thanks in advance
    current ride after clay, #83, and nxt
    Last edited by Markus Kleis; Jan 28, 2009, 10:34 PM. Reason: Link was broken
    2003 Focus After clay, #83, and NXT

    Monte Carlo SS after clay, #7, NXT,#7 also on very expensive paint job
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    Re: New car on order

    Just an FYI, the link was broken, however, if it wasn't, I would have had to break it anyway.

    New users need to reach 30 posts before posting click-able links.

    So if you have pictures, embed them using the Yellow/mountain icon above the area where you type. Just paste the picture location there).

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    • #3
      Re: New car on order

      You can clay/clean/polish/wax right away.

      Though you wont want wax where the bra is going.

      Also, remember to tell them not to wash it for you, except where they need to.
      2017 Subaru WRX Premium - WR Blue

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      • #4
        Re: New car on order

        Congratulations on your new car.

        You will have no problems detailing you car as soon as you receive it.

        Welcome to mol. Enjoy your new car.
        quality creates its own demand

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          Re: New car on order

          Joel
          Firefighter/EMT-B
          Rejuvenation Auto Detailing
          "Satisfaction Guaranteed or Your Dirt Back!!!"
          '99 F-150

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          • #6
            Re: New car on order

            Yes, the factory paint job is baked on and therefore fully cured when the car comes off the assembly line. Keep in mind the factory paints vehicles long before final assembly so baking at very high heat is possible. This means you can jump right in with washing, polishing, waxing, etc.

            If you plan on having a clear bra installed you would do well to prep the front end fully and remove all swirls and other below surface defects first. I once had someone ask if I could detail their black car after having a clear bra installed. The car was a swirled mess - including under the bra. I explained to the owner that once all the swirls were removed from the rest of the paint the area under the bra would still look terrible and that they should have had me polish before applying the bra. Don't you make the same mistake.
            Michael Stoops
            Senior Global Product & Training Specialist | Meguiar's Inc.

            Remember, this hobby is supposed to be your therapy, not the reason you need therapy.

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            • #7
              Re: New car on order

              Thanks for your help guys

              Mark, sorry about the link thing I had no idea (should have read the rules) Funny thing is, it looks like I joined before you. I mainly search for all my answers. Also funny that I have a red 2003 ZX3.
              2003 Focus After clay, #83, and NXT

              Monte Carlo SS after clay, #7, NXT,#7 also on very expensive paint job

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              • #8
                Re: New car on order

                Welcome to MOL!

                Andy M.
                Keeping MOL family friendly! If you need help or have a question, don't hesitate to shoot me an email or PM. 101impala@gmail.com
                Andy M. Moderator

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                • #9
                  Re: New car on order

                  Originally posted by mr84monte View Post
                  Sorry if this has come up recently but have you ever tried to search "New car" You get like every post ever made on the site.

                  Last night I just ordered a new GM car and won't get it for about 5-6 weeks (custom order) my question is how long before I can clay,wax and polish? I've heard different stories on this. One is wait 6 months and the other is that paint from the factory is curred when it comes out (some oven process).
                  I ask because before I start driving it I'm having a clear bra put on, and my fear is that if it goes on and I wax later I'll have a car in two shades of white.

                  Thanks in advance
                  current ride after clay, #83, and nxt
                  MrMonte, would this by any chance, be a Cobalt SS?

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                  • #10
                    Re: New car on order

                    Originally posted by APR Tuned View Post
                    MrMonte, would this by any chance, be a Cobalt SS?
                    Haha you're not also on Cobaltss.net are you? Why yes it is a Cobalt.
                    2003 Focus After clay, #83, and NXT

                    Monte Carlo SS after clay, #7, NXT,#7 also on very expensive paint job

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                    • #11
                      Re: New car on order

                      Originally posted by mr84monte View Post
                      Haha you're not also on Cobaltss.net are you? Why yes it is a Cobalt.
                      I'm not a member there but I do frequent the forum because I'm in the market for a new car. I can see why you had to special order. I've checked my local inventory for SS coupes and there's only 1 within 50 miles. Crazy.

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                      • #12
                        Re: New car on order

                        Tell the dealer you don't want to them to wash it or, you will get the dreaded DISOption!
                        SRT-10 Silver

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                        • #13
                          Re: New car on order

                          DISOption? does it equal Dealer inspired swirl option?
                          2003 Focus After clay, #83, and NXT

                          Monte Carlo SS after clay, #7, NXT,#7 also on very expensive paint job

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                          • #14
                            Re: New car on order

                            I think so.
                            Joel
                            Firefighter/EMT-B
                            Rejuvenation Auto Detailing
                            "Satisfaction Guaranteed or Your Dirt Back!!!"
                            '99 F-150

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                              Re: New car on order

                              Originally posted by mr84monte View Post
                              DISOption? does it equal Dealer inspired swirl option?
                              Pretty close - Dealer Installed Swirl Option, lol!

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