removing wax

**ASPHALT ROCKET** · 03-17-2006, 10:45 PM

I clay and then polish to remove old wax to start fresh.

**Miami_Sunset** · 03-17-2006, 10:46 PM

+1

**joe.p** · 03-17-2006, 11:10 PM

Originally Posted by PEI Detail

Clay won't remove most wax. But the other options are all there.

I clayed my car my car then washed it and noticed it was still beading like crazy. i guess you answered the this question for me..

**5000XD** · 03-18-2006, 08:33 AM

Originally Posted by joe.p

I clayed my car my car then washed it and noticed it was still beading like crazy. i guess you answered the this question for me..

I might be wrong but beading doesnt necessary mean that there is still wax on there, just that the surface is ultra smooth and 'clean'.

**ScottB** · 03-18-2006, 09:07 AM

Originally Posted by 5000XD

I might be wrong but beading doesnt necessary mean that there is still wax on there, just that the surface is ultra smooth and 'clean'.

Beading is really only one indicator that wax might be on the surface, or that wax is still properly protecting. Very clean items (like new cars) bead like crazy when infact, usually no protection is present. Thus I use the alcohol/water wipe to assure finish is clean. If wax or sealant is present it turns slightly (very light) milky white prior to being washed off.