Advice needed ASAP (applied NXT to new paint)

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jbusch417

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I didn't some searching (after the fact) about applying wax/polymer to fresh paint and didn't find what I needed.



Short story: I had a could of panels repaired on my 2006 due to an recent accident. The panels were repainted 17 days ago (Metallic with clearcoat); the weather has been cool (upper 40's). Without thinking, I applied Maguires NTX to the panels while waxing the rest of the car. :wall While the finish looks perfect after this procedure, I'm worried that I'll have problems because of the NXT sealing the paint before it completely cures (if it hasn't cured enough already). What should I do?? Am I okay? If not, is there a way I can "unwax it" so the paint can breath? Need advice fast. Thanks.



Edit: I would also appreciate your thoughts on what the likelihood of something bad happening if I just left the NXT on and avoided additional waxing for a few months??
 
I would say just wash the panels really good with dawn dish soap a few times. Should remove the wax/sealant. I don't think i'd go as far as alcohol.
 
vdubbya said:
I would say just wash the panels really good with dawn dish soap a few times. Should remove the wax/sealant. I don't think i'd go as far as alcohol.
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Thanks for the quick response! That sounds like a good plan, but first I ask, will the Dawn hurt the new clear coat more than just leaving the NTX on? I once heard that dish soap is bad for clear coat. How much Dawn would you recommend go into the 3 gallon bucket of water?



All: Other thoughts??
 
I've never heard that about Dawn and clear coat....as far as how much to use, about what it takes to wash dishes. A few ounces I'd guess. You can't use too much.



The paint will most likely not cure properly.....only time would tell.
 
Scottwax said:
Just polish it off.
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Since I do not have a buffer, would you still recommend polish over a stronger detergent like Ultra Dawn? If so, what polish would you recommend if it would be done by hand? What about using a glaze after the dawn or polish? Again, this perfect paint job is 17 days old.



Why did I do this in the first place?? When I got home from the body shop I noticed some fine scratches on the hood (must have happened when the detail boy washed the car for delivery... ) I wanted them gone so I NXT'd the whole car.... then I thought about curing.. as you know, there are many opinions out there on when it's okay to wax. I'd rather be safe (and get the NXT off) than sorry, but want a nice shine without "sealing" the paint until is cures properly.
 
gets some meguiars #80 and polish it off by hand with a mf applicator

#80 is fine for fresh paint and will remove the nxt
 
atticdog said:
gets some meguiars #80 and polish it off by hand with a mf applicator

#80 is fine for fresh paint and will remove the nxt
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Should I glaze it after polish and wash? If so, what glaze will allow the new paint to breath?
 
atticdog said:
#80 is megs speed glaze it will clean the nxt and glaze all in one
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Thanks for the quick reply. How about Dawn? Should I first wash the car or just use the #80? The car was waxed last night in the garage and hasn't been outside since.
 
jbusch417 said:
How about NAPA?
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Meg's has a dealer locater on their site:



meguiars.com: Dealer Locator



Just put in your zip code and then check the circle for Meguiar's Professional Products.



Call some of the places close by until you find one that carries #80. Some places can order it and have it in the next day or two if they don't have it in stock.
 
I cannot locate anyone in my area with #80 (cut 4 of 10). Isn't a cut of 4 a little harsh just to remove wax? Can I not use something like Maguiar's 5 or 7? Thanks for the quick reply.
 
jbusch417 said:
I cannot locate anyone in my area with #80 (cut 4 of 10). Isn't a cut of 4 a little harsh just to remove wax? Can I not use something like Maguiar's 5 or 7? Thanks for the quick reply.
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#5 or #7 is fine after you get the NXT off, but they are pure polishes with no abrasives so they won't remove the NXT. I like #5 because it is so easy to use, but #80 was suggested because it will remove the NXT and leave a glaze behind.



I'd just do a wash, use a paint prep product to remove the wax (you can some almost anywhere like AutoZone, etc.), and they use some #5.
 
Speed glaze is the best answer. Leave it alone for at least 6 weeks more.



A polymer sealant slows and inhibits the outgasing of the volatile organic components and complicates/compromises the curing process.



Get it of, and you'll be fine.



jim
 
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