Remove Wax residue from Wheel molding
#1
Remove Wax residue from Wheel molding
I'm sure anyone who has ever waxed a car has made a smudge onto onto their vinyl or rubber trim, which leaves that annoying white mark. Doh!
I have one spot on my back wheel well that has a such a smudge. I can't seem to scrub it off. I have cleaned it several times with Meguiars Glod Class Vinyl and Rubber cleaner. It looks great for about a week; but the white smudge always comes back.
Anybody know of a way to clean it for good?
I read somewhere that either Klasse AIO or Zaino Z?? would take wax smudges off. I've been trying to decide between Klasse and Zaino for some time and that could break the tie.
I have one spot on my back wheel well that has a such a smudge. I can't seem to scrub it off. I have cleaned it several times with Meguiars Glod Class Vinyl and Rubber cleaner. It looks great for about a week; but the white smudge always comes back.
Anybody know of a way to clean it for good?
I read somewhere that either Klasse AIO or Zaino Z?? would take wax smudges off. I've been trying to decide between Klasse and Zaino for some time and that could break the tie.
#2
This was the subject of a rather lengthy set of posts somewhere, but try rubbing alcohol and a toothbrush. I just did it to mine today and with a couple of tries and scrubbing, it came off. Then use the Maguires stuff again. Just be sure to re-wax the finish around the vinyl, as the alcohol will take that off too - it doesn't damage the paint though.
Some other suggestions were peanut butter(??) or peanut oil, but that seemed a little wierd to me.
Some other suggestions were peanut butter(??) or peanut oil, but that seemed a little wierd to me.
#3
#4
The easiest way to get it off is not put it there in the first place.
Read this thread on autocare.
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ght=black+trim
If you do get wax on your trim there are at least 5 threads on removal.
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ght=black+trim
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ght=black+trim
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ght=black+trim
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ght=black+trim
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ght=black+trim
I'm sure there are more, I only went back 1 year. The search function is our friend.
Read this thread on autocare.
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ght=black+trim
If you do get wax on your trim there are at least 5 threads on removal.
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ght=black+trim
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ght=black+trim
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ght=black+trim
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ght=black+trim
https://www.northamericanmotoring.co...ght=black+trim
I'm sure there are more, I only went back 1 year. The search function is our friend.
#5
All of the above will work to a certain degree. The trick is to pull the embedded wax out of the textured plastic. It is full of little pits and holes that trap wax. The wax is hydroscopic (sucks in water) which then turns white.
The trick is to get that pulled out with a tool like a tooth brush. But don't use something so stiff as to damage the plastic with repeated burnishing or mar the paint at the edge. The rubber "hinged" Colgate toothbrushes are great. I use my wifes all the time (Shhhhh.)
I like to use isopropol alcohol (rubbing alcohol) as well. It's safe, clean and cheap. You will find dozens of uses for it. It's a staple in my detailing chest. For tight spots I apply with medical swabs. These are like Q-Tips only much larger and on a longer stick. Get them at the pharmacy. A box of 50 is only a couple bucks. You will find a million uses for these things!
Here is a short article on detailing trim which recommends a few products to keep things in tip top shape.
Brad
The trick is to get that pulled out with a tool like a tooth brush. But don't use something so stiff as to damage the plastic with repeated burnishing or mar the paint at the edge. The rubber "hinged" Colgate toothbrushes are great. I use my wifes all the time (Shhhhh.)
I like to use isopropol alcohol (rubbing alcohol) as well. It's safe, clean and cheap. You will find dozens of uses for it. It's a staple in my detailing chest. For tight spots I apply with medical swabs. These are like Q-Tips only much larger and on a longer stick. Get them at the pharmacy. A box of 50 is only a couple bucks. You will find a million uses for these things!
Here is a short article on detailing trim which recommends a few products to keep things in tip top shape.
Brad
#6
Along with the other suggestions above, I've often heard of using peanut butter (or peanut oil if you happen to have some around from your frequent wok cooking). You smear on a coat (smooth... not chunky), let it sit for 5 min or so and then remove most of the excess. Work it with a toothbrush a bit to get deeper into the pores. Wash and treat the rubber as usual.
I haven't tried it myself, but every time I've seen it suggested on forums, I've seen the later posts of jubilation from members who tried it and had good results.
You also get the added benefit of a tasty smelling car!
I haven't tried it myself, but every time I've seen it suggested on forums, I've seen the later posts of jubilation from members who tried it and had good results.
You also get the added benefit of a tasty smelling car!
#7
Originally Posted by agranger
I haven't tried it myself, but every time I've seen it suggested on forums, I've seen the later posts of jubilation from members who tried it and had good results.
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#8
Yes it work quite well
Originally Posted by grnmene
This was the subject of a rather lengthy set of posts somewhere, but try rubbing alcohol and a toothbrush. I just did it to mine today and with a couple of tries and scrubbing, it came off. Then use the Maguires stuff again. Just be sure to re-wax the finish around the vinyl, as the alcohol will take that off too - it doesn't damage the paint though.
Some other suggestions were peanut butter(??) or peanut oil, but that seemed a little wierd to me.
Some other suggestions were peanut butter(??) or peanut oil, but that seemed a little wierd to me.
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I tried some Vinylex with a foam sponge this weekend, just cuz I had it sitting around. It worked pretty well but after another wash, the white is black slightly, but it is still very much improved. I think I'll just get some peanut oil next time I go shopping. Here's a pic.
#18
Originally Posted by twoturbos1mission
3M Adhesive and Wax remover has worked excellent for our MC. I'm going to start masking off the trim with painter's tape when I wax her.
I have several of these. I can take one that is 6" long, with one hand easily curve it to the shape of my black plastic fender trim, drag it along the fender edge next to the paint. With my other hand I have a foam applicator up against, or near, the masking guard. I run both hands together in one quick arc. Zip! 5 seconds and the edge of the fender is done. No residue spillover. No mess. No masking tape to put on or off.
These are very thin, easy to bend, flex, shape, etc. They are plastic so there is no fear of ever scratching your car if you ever touch it. Piece of cake.
Just an option. It's a HUGE time saver over masking and every bit as accurate.
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#19
Originally Posted by BradB
Just use isopropol alcohol (rubbing alcohol) and a toothbrush and be done with it! Trust me!
Now... the test will be... did the alcohol actually remove the residue? Did the peanut oil remove or just mask the residue? Will the residue raise its ugly head after a couple of washes ? Stay tune kiddies
#21
In my experience, yes, the peanut butter/oil will remove the residue. The aocohol as well will remove the residue... with some elbow grease. The real trick, as noted by others, is to stop using products that leave behind a residue! I just got a Zymol kit in the mail. The wax itself will not leave behind streaks on the plastic trim but the HD Cleanse took quite the toll. Thus, the reason I tried out the alcohol & toothbrush method.
#22
Originally Posted by BradB
.......will the car owner stop using white residue waxes?
This has been another edition of ...As The MINI Turns.....
This has been another edition of ...As The MINI Turns.....
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#25
I use Zaino as well and do get the white residue. You have to understand, it is a tiny, small, fraction of what regular waxes leave. It is normally not noticeable on other cars because they don't use much textured black plastic but on the mini the trim goes all around. Of course it is due to me being lazy. I could keep it off but I'd rather be sure I get the zaino even in the corners of the paint. It's not bad, but after a good five or so waxings the slight white spots were beginning to annoy me. I can only imagine this being a true nightmare for those who use standard waxes.