Stopped by to check on my 95 x300 today. It has been in the paint shop for a week, but we have had a few days of rain so I figured it would be somewhat behind schedule. Much to my surprise it was in full primer and the painter said he was going to shoot it today (Thursday) and it should be ready tomorrow. I hope he is correct. In a few days I want to put some form of protection on the paint, but I'm not sure what type. I thought about liquid glass, or klasse, but I'm not sure of their availability locally. Has anyone tried the turtle wax ice? Will it shine nicely or should I put a coat of wax over the ice? I want a good sealer, but of course I also want a good deep shine. Next on the agenda is a set of new tires. I printed out a guide to recommended tires and I am going to price them this weekend. I will post some pictures when she is all cleaned up and presentable.
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My understanding is that paint needs to cure for a period of time before putting on wax. You might want to get a recommendation from the person doing the paint work.

 

I planned on waiting for three or four days, but I will check with the painter and see what he recommends. I just want to make sure I get some UV protection on the paint as soon as possible.

 

I think you want to let the paint cure. I would leave her in the sun for a couple days. UV damage would take a lot longer.

 

I think I've heard to let it wait a month or so, but your painter should know, and some Googling should help.

 

I have used the Turtle Wax product "Ice" and got good results. Go to the Detailing/Car Care section of this forum and look for the thread "How To Choose The Right Paint Protectant".

Regarding when to put stuff on new paint, I defer to the experts. However, I see no need to be in a hurry.

 

Go with all of the above advice, and best, ask Dave a question in the Detailing Section.

I would guess that your painter is painting colour + lamp cure treatment + clear coat + lamp cure.

Don't rush.

 

Nice to hear your car is moving right along at the shop. This is my two cents as a professional auto detailer. Use meguiars professional mirror glaze line, order off their website or autogeek. If you're looking for superior brilliant shine and excellent protection for that new paint job I recommend the following; clay bar the jag after washing then use the mirror glaze line synthetic paint sealant followed by mirror glaze #26 yellow carnauba wax, which is fine to put over paint sealant after you wipe it off (allow sealant to dry for 10-15 mins). Just did it to my xjr6, results and paint protection for close to a year depending on climate are outstanding!!

 

wait three weeks to a month so that is what I will do. Thanks for all the advice, I went with the liquid glass which I have never used before. Does anyone have any experience with this product or any tips on proper use? Maybe Fullthrottle knows something about this stuff. I was going to go with the clay bars, but the cost was a little high right now. I still need a set of tires. But she looks nice---I will get some pictures up soon.---------Thanks

 

I forgot to mention, yes, 3-4 weeks would be the appropriate amount of time before applying any polished, waxes, or sealants. I know of Liquid Glass, but do not have personal experience with that brand. Although I have heard great results with their products. It has a similar scientific makeup such as the synthetic sealant I use, providing much longer protection against the elements compared to even carnauba wax. Definitely post some pics of the paint job before and after you apply the liquid glass!

Also, clay bars can be picked up at any auto store, even Wal Mart. Meguiars sells a consumer kit for $20 or less, which works great. I've switched over the last 6 months to the newer Ultra Poly Clay I use from Pinnacle, which is the highest quality clay you can buy on the market today. That has a slightly different makeup than generic clay bars, but is well worth the money when used on higher end vehicles.

 

I never thought you would need to clay a new finish. Is there a reason?