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Old Nov 17, 2007 | 04:09 PM
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Had the car painted...how long do I have to wait till I can put wax on it?
Old Nov 17, 2007 | 04:12 PM
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Default RE: How long after new paint can I wax?

Usually it takes around 90 days for the paint to fully cure. I would ask the place that painted your car to find out for sure. If you put wax on too soon it will clog the pores and you will run into problems.
Old Nov 18, 2007 | 10:47 AM
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To be on the safe side - I would definately wait 90 days.
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