When should we start to wax polish the HCH II ? My manual gives me to understand it should be started straight-away. However, we used to allow new paint to harden for a while before waxing, say 3 to 6 months. I suppose the test is to start once the water no longer forms droplets but rather pools. Grateful for some advice.

 

When my car was new the dealer told me it is good for about a year, so at around 9 months I appplied its first waxing. I've used Memoirs Gold paste since then and use their spray touch-up. I apply the paste twice a year and my car stll looks like day one.
After 60K miles I do have some rock/gravel pits on the front and need to get one of those touch-up sticks.

 

Thanks for that. Yes I usually wax in spring and autumn. As you say it keeps the paint in A1 condition.

 

I already began waxing. Florida's sun is a harsh on any paint, so I always take care of it.

 

I throw a coat on every 6 months, it does get harsh here in fla..

 

Don't forget to Claybar the paint before you wax for the first time. In my experience it's been the best thing for my paint over the last two years since I started using it.

 

Wax it NOW... Wash it, clay, rewash, dry, polish and then wax.

 

I Agree, I already have.

Terry

 

It's always good to clay in spring/fall (and especially right after you pick the car up, there is a lot of trash that gets stuck in the paint while the car is in transit.).

Frequency of waxing depends on type of wax/sealent. I used Klasse All in One / 2 coats of Klasse Sealant Glaze on my STi and I am on the 6th month now. It's ready for another clay/AIO/SG. If you use something like Zaino or Klasse and put a lot of coats of the Sealant Glaze you can extend that time out.

I also have had a lot of luck with Rejex and 3m Hand Glaze. Rejex is extremely easy to apply, it holds up very well. I always rejex the front bumper and clear bra, regardless of the paint protectant I use. Much easier to clean bugs off the rejex.

 

I Love Zaino and also use Adam's Premium Polish (Something about the aroma of that Quik Detailer). It leaves the finish so slippery.