How long between Claying and Correcting or LSP

I've been holding off doing some things because I was afraid it would be too long between when I could clay and then follow on with correction or applying my LSP. I've always thought I need to do them one right after the other which I guess would be ideal. However, some things I've read recently make me think that a little time might not be too bad.

So, how long can/should/would you wait after claying before you'd feel good about doing the next step?

 

I always put a coat of wax or sealant on after I clay. I would hate for my paint to be unprotected.

 

Depends on the conditions the car has been driving in, if its parked outside since you clayed.

I would move on with the process immediately if possible.

If the car is sitting inside and not being driven, then you can wait for a long time.
If you drive the car after claying (first off you probably have no protection left so not a good idea) a good test for if you need to clay again before correcting is to wash/dry the car, then spray some QD down and gently move your fingers over the surface. If you feel some grit, then there are most likely bonded contaminants that have not washed off and need to be clayed.

 

Here's what I think. If you already clayed the entire car and you know you don't have the time to do a polish and wax right after, at least wax the car in the meantime. This way, the paint is protected and you can always strip the wax before you do any correction work. Definitely don't leave it unprotected unless the car will be under a cover in a garage.

 

I would at least use a spray wax or opti-seal ... something that you can easily strip. I made the mistake once of using 845 before correcting a door and it was a PITA to remove ... lol.

 

Just what I was thinking. I clayed my trunk, hood, and roof and (after a failed correction attempt) went with Prima Hydro. It's the least durable thing I got.

 

What did you use to strip it?