I'm looking to strip a few layers of wax off the VS to clay it super clean. There are a few layers of wax build up to get through...Brazilian Carnauba, a couple of Speed Demon Wax Detailer applications, and IIRC NuFinish paste. Will Acetone cut through all this without damaging the paint?
Suggestions?
(If it winds up getting towed into the Marriott parking lot again... I at least want it looking good!)
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Acetone is much too harsh for a decent paint job, as you risk damaging the paint. There are a number of wax removal products on the market from the major manufacturers: Griots, Maguire's, Mothers, etc. They are much easier on the paint, and do just as well in old wax removal. Some detailers swear by a thorough wash, clay, then wax with your favorite product about twice/year, depending on car use, weather, storage area, etc.
How about just a couple of good hot/warm water washes with Dawn. I went to a body shop tech day a couple of years back and the owner said Dawn will take off any wax.
To remove all wax, dish soap and water... or wax remover. Any detailing store sells wax remover, body shop supplies store, or even local auto parts store.
Please do not take acetone to your Speedster, your Speedster will thank you.
Thanks guys for your hurried replies. (I deeply suspected that Acetone wasn't the answer!)
Being naturally frugal I'm delighted with Rich's endorsement of Dawn, since I'm aware that automotive 'detailing goodies' are marketing examples of high end profits available for snagging the disposable income of afflicted whackos like me.
Automotive wax and grease remover by duplicolor is available in chain stores.
Dawn dish soap is far too mild to strip wax.
