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Old 05-23-2002, 05:12 AM
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Default I think 3M IHG will remove it. Just do a spot, and then run your fingers lightly across the surface

from an area you didn't do to the area that you did. If it took it off, you'll notice a difference in the surface tension. If not, I'd try a diluted solution of P21S Total Auto wash. Then wash the car with normal car wash to make certain you get all the Total Auto Wash off, and then your good to go.
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I agree.
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Default I bet the GROW 1705 wax and grease remover would work . . .

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Default cost? source?

So basically put some on a rag (MF?) and wipe down a panel?
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Default As I mentioned below, IHG would leave stuff (filler) on the paint. Don't want that.

And I don't think P21S TAW would take off a polymer based product (which is what I'm talking about), as from my recollection it's citrus based, which is great for wax/grease/etc type product removals, but I'm talking about polymer/urethane/etc based products.
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see reply above - I'm not talking about waxes
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Default It's $7.95 for that size, I get mine from California Car Color in San Carlos

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But call them and talk to them, they will know what is best for your problem.
Yeah just a terry towel, it might eat microfiber.
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Default Re: Rubbing alcohol bad for paint? (or how to remove synthetic products like Klasse / Zaino / etc)

Prep-sol from a auto paint supplier will work.But try 50% Janitor in a Drum and water.Keep it off your glass.
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I have a bachelor's degree in chemistry, I'd stick with alcohol
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Default No reason to strip it all off (in either circumstances)

I don't buy the dawn routine for stripping waxes (and I don't want something that is a strong base going on my paint). We apply a microthin layer of wax-it don't last all that long, honestly. washing the car removes some, rubbing the car with a microfiber towel as well and polishing the car probably removes the rest!

That's all the prep you need.

The acrylic stuff is probably a little harder to remove, but eventually it wears itself off, as well.


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