View Full Version : Alternative to IPA wipedown
kelley386
05-11-2011, 10:24 PM
okay so monday i started the whole process before applying Cquartz. I washed with dawn/APC, ironX, Clay, IPA, Cquartz. I am using an 11% IPA solution. My microfiber sticks to the paint when doing the wipedown, previously i have marred what i had just polished before applying #20 about a month ago. I tried to be a little more carefull and i was using brand new Cobra MF's this time. But still i got some marring, not too bad though, but it was just very very difficult. I have been thinking about an alternative, heres what i am thinking...
Buy a box if glass cleaning wipes, let them dry out in the sun while still in the container. Then pour my 11% IPA solution in the container and let the wipes absorb. I dont want to completely drench them, just get them moist like they are supposed to be. Then i would have disposable wipes out of a dispensing container, when i need a new one just pull it out. Would this work? I really hope i can figure out something besides MF and a spray bottle with IPA.
Give me your opinions on my idea, I may be off my rocker but i may have a good idea:dblthumb2:
CBlack
05-11-2011, 10:32 PM
I've read where some people have used OPC instead of IPA.
dougaross
05-11-2011, 10:53 PM
I have used 3:1 OPC with no problems. I also have followed up with 25% IPA misted on to car and wiped off with MF - no sticking. I am no sure about marring since I have a white car, but I don't think so. I was following up with OC.
Chris@Optimum: To prep surface: spray each panel with Power Clean full strength, wash with power clean (1 oz per gallon of water in place of your normal wash bucket), then rinse thoroughly. Take care not to wash in direct sunlight or apply to hot panels.
kelley386
05-11-2011, 11:03 PM
My paint always is sticky with IPA for some reason. I think next i am just going to foam with dawn or OPC and rinse VERY well and blot dry. I have dark metallic blue paint and i swear it shows marring more than black, its crazy hard to keep clean and swirl free.
ShinyRex
11-20-2011, 02:14 PM
Sorry to revive an old thread. I picked up some p21s TAW and I found a post on Autopia talking about using TAW at 10:1 as an IPA alternative. Has any one ever tried this, if so how did it work out?
I am going to try it out next weekend but being a novice I am not sure I would know a 100% that the polishing oils were removed.
WRAPT C5Z06
11-20-2011, 02:42 PM
CarPro ERASER.
LegacyGT
11-20-2011, 04:04 PM
CarPro ERASER.
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Old Tiger
11-20-2011, 04:50 PM
Sorry to revive an old thread. I picked up some p21s TAW and I found a post on Autopia talking about using TAW at 10:1 as an IPA alternative. Has any one ever tried this, if so how did it work out?
I am going to try it out next weekend but being a novice I am not sure I would know a 100% that the polishing oils were removed.
I have applied it full strength with no issues. Griots Pre Wax Cleanser too. Car Pro Eraser is also great. Menzerna Top Inspection may work too.
Mobile detail
11-20-2011, 08:05 PM
Griots pre wax is what I use and is cost effective. I highly recommend using the griots sprayer head, it flat ot works and sprays a fine mist.
CEE DOG
11-20-2011, 08:07 PM
CarPro ERASER.
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......Car Pro Eraser is also great.....
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2old2change
11-20-2011, 08:56 PM
Don't remember just who it was but their signature was "IPA is for zits". With the new Car Pro Eraser this is now truer then ever. LOL. I tried the Eraser which came in my last order and it has earned a place in my arsenal. Thanks to Tom Weed for the tip.
ShinyRex
11-20-2011, 09:24 PM
Well it sounds like the votes are in and CarPro eraser will be in my next order. I loved Iron X so I guess it is time to add more of their line to my collection.
I love Griots but I thought the Griots product had to be washed off afterwards and I really want a WOWO type product.
Thanks everyone
embolism
11-20-2011, 09:41 PM
eraser is between 30-50% IPA but it may have other lubricants in it that would help prevent marring from the wipedown
rwright
11-20-2011, 10:11 PM
Anyone mention CarPro Eraser? :)
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