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  1. 10-02-2013, 10:45 AM #1
    Biff Webster
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    Opti-Coat Application Question

    After applying Opti-Coat 2.0, how long does it take to cure? How long do I need to wait to drive the car afterwards?
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    Re: Opti-Coat Application Question

    The coating will continue to cure for a while... weeks.

    You should be OK to drive the vehicle after 12 hours or so, but the longer you can let it sit for the initial curing process the better IMO. I would not wash the car for a week or so after the coating has been applied, but it can get rained on without any adverse effects.

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    Re: Opti-Coat Application Question

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    The coating will continue to cure for a while... weeks.

    You should be OK to drive the vehicle after 12 hours or so, but the longer you can let it sit for the initial curing process the better IMO. I would not wash the car for a week or so after the coating has been applied, but it can get rained on without any adverse effects.


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    Re: Opti-Coat Application Question

    Awesome, thanks for the info guys. I have some Wolf's Hard Body but I cant decide if I want to use it or order some OC 2.0.
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