atticdog
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if you cant get #80 i believe dc1(deep crystal step 1) paint cleaner should be fine
you can buy that anywhere and mentioned earlier
you can buy that anywhere and mentioned earlier
Advice needed ASAP (applied NXT to new paint)
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Thank you everyone! I ended up going to Wesco auto paint supply and picked up some PPG wax and tar remover. I spoke to the owner and he suggested I apply this twice (i did it three times), than wash (which I did several times with dish soap). They also suggested mirror glaze #9 Swirl remover 2.0 (3 of 10) or #80 (4 of 10). I bought the #9. Since I didn't notice the fine scratches after wax removal and wash so I decided to hold off on the applying the mirror glaze #9 (to let the paint breath fully). The paint still looks perfect - do you think I'm out of the woods or could I still have issues?
jbusch417 said:
Keep Dawn in the kitchen where it belongs.
Wash with car wash soap and polish with #9. Look at it logically. If it will remove swirls, it will obviously remove anything on top the paint too.
#80 would have been the best choice (and why we all recommended it) because not only will it remove the NXT but it lays down some polymer protection that won't inhibit the curing process.
I was just conjecturing about this in another thread; what to do if a car was waxed too soon. I was saying perhaps a full chemical decontamination would work to let the paint finish outgassing, then Accumulator said he might pick a milder method of chemical cleaner. Here's the page where we were discussing this.
http://autopia.org/forum/car-detailing/85821-new-paint-2.html
But yeah, a polish such as #80 should do fine for this, just make sure to not miss any areas. Are you working by hand or machine? Also, the glaze specifically made for new paint is Meguiars #5.
http://autopia.org/forum/car-detailing/85821-new-paint-2.html
But yeah, a polish such as #80 should do fine for this, just make sure to not miss any areas. Are you working by hand or machine? Also, the glaze specifically made for new paint is Meguiars #5.
velobard said:
Thanks. I ended up getting PPG wax and tar remover from a auto paint supply store. I three times applied and removed the PPG and then washed the areas several times. While I purchased #9 at the advice of the paint supply store, I haven't applied it as I think I got all the wax off. I also didn't want to take a chance that the #9 might seal the paint again as Meguiars web site talks about this stuff "filling in" the swirls... Thoughts??
PS. The NXT wax was on the paint for about 14 hours total. So far, my new paint still looks great. Am I home free do ya think?
Eliot Ness
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I think you're safe, the PPG wax and tar remover took off the NXT. I'd still get something like #5 to add a little protection until it's safe to wax/seal. #5 won't last very long, but it is super easy to apply/remove, so it isn't too much of a hassle to use after every wash on the newly painted areas. I think #9 would be OK to use also, but be careful because it is mildly abrasive...... so if they'd let you return it I'd pick up some #5.jbusch417 said:
Eliot Ness
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The only place I could find it locally was a CarQuest that sells PPG paint and supplies. If you want to drive over tomorrow I'll give you somejbusch417 said:
. I'd just use #9 very gently since you already have it or wait until Monday. I doubt that you'd have any problems with #9 or #80 if you don't get real aggressive in your application. Just keep in mind that new paint will be a tad softer than when it fully cures.
I just like #5 personally because I know I don't have to be careful with it on new paint. While I have some #80, and it is pretty mild, I just went ahead and bought some #5 when I had some paint work done.
I *think* I remember seeing #5 at Autozone before, but it's not exactly the sort of thing you can count on. It's definitely worth taking a look at your locals parts stores. Does the #9 say anything on the back about being body shop safe?
Pick up some Megs #34 QD if you can while you're at it. That's the perfect thing to keep on hand in your car to take care of bird bombs and such. New paint is very vulnerable, stay on top of that sort of thing ASAP when it happens.
Pick up some Megs #34 QD if you can while you're at it. That's the perfect thing to keep on hand in your car to take care of bird bombs and such. New paint is very vulnerable, stay on top of that sort of thing ASAP when it happens.
atticdog
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if its paintable then its fine
Update: It's been a month+ since I screwed up by applying NXT to my new 21 day old paint. Thanks to your advice, no problems to report as of yet. After two applications of #9 back then, and a couple of applications of #5 since, the paint continues to look great - issue free. Thanks!! :goodjob
Great to hear!!! You could have done worse than NXT to begin with, from what I've heard it's worse to apply a heavy carnauba wax than a sealant, but I could be off on that. At any rate, it sounds like you acted quickly enough to avoid any ill effects. I can fully appreciate how hard it is to wait to wax your car after a repaint.