Steps for waxing car straight from dealer.

[EvilSardine]

I just got my Silver Si on Monday and I was thinking.....

Should I wax my car now that the paint is brand spanking new? I guess it wouldn't hurt right?

What are the steps I should follow? Can I just wax the thing or do I need to do anything special before other than washing it? Right now the paint is so clean, smooth, and perfect so I don't know if I would need to use a claybar yet.

If all I need to do is just wax it, what product would be best for that?

Thanks in advance!

[NitrousG35]

Wash. Claybar. Wash again. Meguiar's #7, Poorboy's World EX-P Paint Sealant, Natty's Blue Wax. Just did my car same day I picked it up. Car looks fabulous. My pics were one day after doing the detailing. Claying is important to remove raildust and crap from transporting the car.

BTW, I was adamant that the dealer not detail or wax the car, only remove the plastic. As soon as I took delivery, I began the process to get the paint up to speed. The results speak for themselves.

[iknowmysh1t]

btw there is a tsb out for the paintjob on the new civics. you can get a free wash and wax job done by your dealership.

[hamerad]

I would do what NitrousG35 said. Go ahead and go all out, it will take you less time, and sometimes cars can pick up lots of road grime on their trip from the factory.

[EvilSardine]

Somehow, I would feel better doing the waxing myself instead of the dealer.

Nitrous, nice job on the detailing. The thing looks damn shiny. About how long did that whole process take?

Also, I thought I saw somewhere that glaze wouldn't be that big of a deal to do on a very light colored car. Would you do it to a silver car? Or can you skip that step just this once? I just want to give it a nice wax but time might be tight this Saturday and it's the only day I can do it. :\

[VQ Power]

Here is a good write-up done by a friend of mine. If you have any questions, let me know! I'll be glad to help!

http://www.detailuniversity.com/foru...-car-prep.html

Also, for washing, polishing, and waxing help, visit this link for step by step video instruction.

http://paintcare-n-detailing.com/aut...innacle/flash/

[NitrousG35]

Originally Posted by EvilSardine

Somehow, I would feel better doing the waxing myself instead of the dealer.

Nitrous, nice job on the detailing. The thing looks damn shiny. About how long did that whole process take?

Also, I thought I saw somewhere that glaze wouldn't be that big of a deal to do on a very light colored car. Would you do it to a silver car? Or can you skip that step just this once? I just want to give it a nice wax but time might be tight this Saturday and it's the only day I can do it. :\

About 4 hours, however, that also includes Scotchguarding my interior, detailing the motor, detailing the interior too. The Natty's stuff goes on and off so smoothly, plus, they smell great. The Paint Sealant smells like coconuts and the Wax smells like bubble gum. Regardless of color, I would still put on a sealant and a good, quality wax like PS21 or Natty's.

The key is the washing and claying. Wash with a lambskin mitt, not a sponge. Rinse really well. Make sure when you are claying that you not only spray the surface liberally, but that you spray the bar too. Don't do too many panels at a time. Post up when you get your ride done. We love new, shiny cars here on the forum.

[NitrousG35]

Check out the link by VQ Power. VQ is a friend of mine who is a professional detailer himself. He is the one who put me onto the products that I used.

[VQ Power]

I would use P21S on lighter colored vehicles, and Natty's Blue on darker colored vehicles.

[VQ Power]

Originally Posted by iknowmysh1t

btw there is a tsb out for the paintjob on the new civics. you can get a free wash and wax job done by your dealership.

Do you have a link to the TSB? Thanks.

[VQ Power]

Originally Posted by EvilSardine

Somehow, I would feel better doing the waxing myself instead of the dealer.

Nitrous, nice job on the detailing. The thing looks damn shiny. About how long did that whole process take?

Also, I thought I saw somewhere that glaze wouldn't be that big of a deal to do on a very light colored car. Would you do it to a silver car? Or can you skip that step just this once? I just want to give it a nice wax but time might be tight this Saturday and it's the only day I can do it. :\

Try using P21S. It looks great on lighter colored cars!

http://www.detailedimage.com/store/p...roducts_id=113

If you are in need of any car detailing products, or tools, buy from Detailed Image! It's a great site.

[06 Civic Ex]

coming from a fellow asm owner its hard to make the paint pop.

clay your car.

use the professional polish from poorboys.

top that with nattys red or blue.

[EvilSardine]

Many thanks for the tips guys. I'll be dropping by some stores when I can to see what they have.

I'll make sure to post some pictures when it's all spiffy.

[iknowmysh1t]

2006 Honda Civic L4-1.8L
Vehicle Level Technical Service Bulletins All Technical Service Bulletins Paint - Industrial Fallout Paint Damage
Paint - Industrial Fallout Paint Damage
Notes

99-062

January 15, 2007
Applies To:
ALL

Paint Damage From Environmental Fallout

(Supersedes 99-062, dated October 12, 1999 to update the information marked by the black bars and asterisks)

SYMPTOM

The exterior paint surface does not feel smooth after the vehicle is washed.

PROBABLE CAUSE

Environmental fallout (airborne metallic particles, tree sap, paint overspray, road tar, insect residue, etc.) has adhered to the exterior paint surface.
NOTE : This form of paint damage should not be confused with acid rain damage. Unlike environmental fallout damage, acid rain damage appears on the paint surface as pits or water spots-possibly black or brown in the center-which may feel smooth to the touch.

PREVENTION

The shipping wax/wrap guard applied to the vehicle at the factory provides the best protection for the paint finish from environmental fallout and acid rain damage. American Honda strongly recommends that you leave the shipping wax/wrap guard on the vehicle for as long as possible. Your dealership is responsible for maintaining the vehicle's finish after the shipping wax/ wrap guard is removed.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Select a product line from one of the manufacturers listed in REQUIRED MATERIALS to clean the paint surface and to wax it after cleaning. Make sure you follow the manufacturer's instructions for each of the products you use.

REQUIRED MATERIALS



Each of the clays listed should do at least three vehicles.

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty:
American Honda will reimburse for this repair only under these conditions:

^ It is done during PDI

^ No more than 30 days have elapsed since the vehicle was received at the dealership (according to the date noted on the motor carrier's bill of lading)

Operation number: 812355

Flat rate time: 1.0 hour

Failed P/N: PDI-PAINT, H/C 3173994

*Defect code: 08103

Symptom code 08811*

Skill level: Repair Technician

*NOTE :When submitting the claim, make sure you enter the vehicle's date of receipt in the customer contention comment section. The claim will be rejected without this information.*

REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Wash and dry the vehicle out of direct sunlight.


2. Tear off a piece of clay. Shape the piece with your hands into a flat disk about 3 inches in diameter.


3. Spray a 2-to 3-square-foot area of the affected panel with the manufacturer's lubricant.

4. Clean a 1-square-foot section of the sprayed area by rubbing it with the clay.

5. Check your work by running your fingers over the cleaned and lubricated surface to feel for any remaining contamination.

^ If you feel any particles on the cleaned surface fold the clay in half, knead it back into a disk shape, clean the section again, and recheck your work.

^ If the cleaned surface feels smooth, fold the clay in half, knead it back into a disk shape, and go to step 6.


NOTE :You must carefully fold and knead the clay to keep a clean side next to the paint surface. Never use clay that has fallen on the ground. Any small pieces of dirt or sand that imbed in the clay will scratch the paint surface. If the clay falls on the ground, discard it and get a fresh piece.

6. Clean the remaining sections of the sprayed area (repeat steps 4 and 5).

7. Wipe the lubricant from all the cleaned sections with a clean terry cloth towel.

8. Clean the rest of the affected panel and any additional panels that need cleaning (repeat steps 3 thru 7).

9. Apply the manufacturer's recommended wax or glaze to all the cleaned panels.



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