I've got a quick question, I've had my new Z for about a month. How soon should I wax it? I've spoken to people who say right away and some say to wait a while. Everyone has an opinion and I figure some pros here could help. Thanks a bunch.

 

You can wax it whenever you want. Start right away if you like.

 

i waxed mine a week after and i quick detail it everyweek

 

Look at your manufacture date. 90 days later you can wax. Usually it's good to let the paint cure first.

 

Let it cure! Good advice ^

 

got this from www.meguiars.com, i was curious about this too, just waxed mine two weeks after i got it

A new car that has a factory paint job can be waxed the moment it is rolled out of the plant. Cars that have factory paint jobs are cured at much higher temperatures, because the car goes through the paint booth without the rubber, plastic, and cloth components. This means the paint is cured by the time the car is completed. After-market paint finishes, however, are cured at a much lower temperature to ensure the booth doesn't melt non-metal components. In this case, allow for a 2-3 month curing process before your first wax application.

 

as soon as you get it!

according to sal zaino

 

45-60 days after a new paint job

 

Thanks for the advice!

 

wut does it mean to let it cure?

pm me please

thanks

 

cure = fully harden and set in.

Think of it as 'drying' all the way through. But with different types of materials, not only do they need to dry, they need to setup where chemically they continue to harden to full strength.

 

Just got a new paint job done on my Silverstone and truly believe that the paint should cure for at least 90 days prior to waxing. Does this also apply to detailing sprays? Do I have to wait 90 days before using Z6?

Thanks

 

Yea I am a bit curious about this as well. I am getting my 1997 240SX back from a brand new paint job tomorow and am unsure as to what products I may use on it before the 60-90 day period is up. I have a full Zaino kit including the Z6 so info regarding that would be helpful.

-Blake

 

Hey Colorado S14, do you own two Z's?

 

Just did some research on the quick detailing question and it looks like the Z6 contains polymers. The bodyshop where I got my Z painted specifically told me not to apply any polymer/carneuba based products on the new paint. Look like I am not going to be using any products for the next three months. I'll just let my z sit in the garage for the most part until the paint hardens enough in order to avoid chips/scratches.

 

My "Brickyard" is in the shop for bumper, left quarter panel and hood repair. Most if not all of the Zaino that I have applied will be removed. The vehicle will be painted, to include blending the paint of those "new" pieces into the "old".

As Zaino does not have abrasives, silicones or wax, Sal Zaino advised I could start reapplying Zaino Products within 8-10 days.

 

Zaino doesn't have any waxes/abrasives but surely does have polymers..... Your paint will need to cure - meaning all the chemicals will need to evaporate which in turn help the paint harden and get a good base/finish on your car when done properly. The polymers in Zaino form a protective coat over your paint portecting it against UV rays, dirt and other harmful elements which will not let your paint cure properly. If you use Zaino before the paint properly cures you may do more harm than good. I think what Zaino is telling you is based on Z's coming right out of the factory. They bake the paint at a higher temp than what a bodyshop can because the rubber and interior is assembled after painting. Using the same temp to bake your paint on a fully assembled Z would melt your interior. I truly think you should wait at least 90 days but this statement is based on what I have heard and researched so let me know if I am wrong.

 

Hey Alex I am sad to say that I own no Zs right now but really want a Super Black Track.

 

At least you don't have a high insurance premium and the 240 is pretty bad *** anyway

 

If I accept what Sal Zaino respond to in an e-mail and confirmed during our phone conversation, I would have to say you are "wrong". I asked him numerous question. With 51 coats removing Zaino was one and how soon can I start reapplying was one of many others.

Its a "Brickyard" not "SB"