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Old Apr 20, 2006 | 06:03 PM
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How long after production is the paint of the Vette cured enough for the first waxing? I have been away from GM vehicles for 17 years. So, I have no idea how long it takes for GM paint to cure. Got my baby clean after first hand wash and ready for some wax.

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Old Apr 20, 2006 | 06:23 PM
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Do it now, paint changed alot and you should do while its clean. Congrats on the new car.
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Originally Posted by Jacksonbart
Do it now, paint changed alot and you should do while its clean. Congrats on the new car.
Did mine after 2 hours of ownership
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Old Apr 20, 2006 | 06:39 PM
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Originally Posted by jabez
Did mine after 2 hours of ownership
Are you sure you didn't want to wait any longer?
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Factory paint is fully cured by the time you get it.
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Factory paint is fully cured by the time you get it.
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