Waxing New Cars

[aneekr]

While we're on the topic of waxing, another question:

 

How the heck do I get the wax residue off of the textured plastic parts like the mirror housing, window trim, etc.?

Apply peanut butter on the affected area, rub it in, remove with a towel, and wash.

[Michael Reynolds]

While we're on the topic of waxing, another question:

 

How the heck do I get the wax residue off of the textured plastic parts like the mirror housing, window trim, etc.?

 

Use an eraser.

[Hydro]

I use NXT from Meguiers (sp?) and never have that issue.

[johnjyi]

Personally, this is what I typically do before a wax job:

 

(1) A good car wash

 

(2) Dry

 

(3) Clay bar the vehicle and what I use as a lubricant is Meguiars Quick Detail spray. Basically spray the area then work it with the clay bar. After that towel dry with a fine microfiber cloth. Also I'd recommend doing it in smaller sections.

 

(4) Wax 'em up

 

I've never used clay bars on a plastic surface, and honestly I don't think it would do you any justice to use it there. I simply tape off plastic surfaces or any other surface that isn't painted metal.

 

If you plan on using a clay bar you might as well plan on waxing it, as the clay bar most likely will remove the wax along with contaminents.

 

Without a doubt use it on your new Focus. Their is raildust and residue from the plastic they put on portions of the car before you got. Also I never let the dealership wash or detail a brand new car. The Fusion, A4 and G35 were delievered unwashed.

 

I was at Advance Auto Parts today and saw a product called Turtle Wax ICE Liquid Clay Bar. Anyone know how this compares to the Mothers Clay Bar?

 

Thanks!