Just got a mod for my car that bonds to it using 3M tape. I was told that I should remove any wax that is on the section of the car before applying it, to make sure that it bonds correctly. I have done some research on this, but want to know if anyone here had some recommendations or prior experience in doing this.

Thanks in advance

 

Ordinary dish soap should do the trick. You may want to claybar the area as well to ensure that it is ultimately clean.

If you need some good wax.........let me know.

 

Thanks for the response.

 

Dang Chris, you of all people should know that dish washing soap is WAY to harsh on automotive paint. As mentioned in this post just use a clay bar and cleaner.

http://meguiarsonline.com/forums/sho...t=removing+wax

 

Remove wax in a small area? Try a little mineral spirits.

 

Well, I am putting the car away for the winter and want to give it a good coat of wax, and install the spoiler which I had purchased. I will go over the car with the standard detailing approach, but am looking to really target the upper hatch area where the 3M will hit. I want to make sure there is nothing but paint/clear coat touching the adhesive. Cannot afford anything else between to weaken the bond and worst case cause the spoiler to come flying off.

I am planning on wearing gloves, so that no natural skin oils will interfere as well.

 

I see you are determined to do a proper job. Isopropyl alcohol will also work for a small area.

 

Thanks for the tips Dave.

 

Way to harsh on automotive paint? Since when? Dish soap has been used for years to wash wax off of cars.

People will use kerosene and other chemicals to remove bugs. Your paint is designed to stand up to gasoline as well. Im very skeptical that dish soap ( which you can wash you hands with) will ruin your paint.

Dish soap is a readily available product to remove wax. Not everyone wants to spend 15 bucks for claybar for a small area.

 

I have used Dawn dish soap on many occassions, which was recommended by several reputable detailers. It works well on stripping off whatever protection and oils you have on your paint. If you need something today that is a good option, I recently switched over to using Citrus Wash and trying the Wash and Clear. It is by far my favorite soap and the ability to use it in a more concentrated form to strip off older wax and sealants is a huge plus.

 

Thank you David for a simple answer to a simple question.

 

To strip off old wax there are several different products available to you. If you are washing your vehicle the Chemical Guys Citrus Wash and Gloss or Wash and Clear are both great options. Just use this like any other shampoo, mix 1 -2 ounces in your washing solution and wash like normal. If you don't want to wash the surface the Menzerna Top Inspection will help remove old product. Just spray it on the paint and wipe the surface with a clean microfiber towel.

Greg @ Detailed Image

 

Dish soap works really well

 

50/50 mix of IPA and distilled water should do the trick to remove any wax.

 

above answer is the best you could even use regular water or for your case just use the ipa striaght. ipa is what is used after you are done polishing a car to make sure that the finish is flawless and there is no filling taking place form the polish you have used. so ipa will remove the wax its safe also