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    Is it best to keep an iron remover off of plastic trim when rinsing it off the vehicle?

    I know you're not supposed to put an iron remover on plastic trim. Is it best to keep an iron remover from running over plastic trim when rinsing it off as well or is it not much of an issue when it's diluted with water as it rinses off the vehicle?

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    Re: Is it best to keep an iron remover off of plastic trim when rinsing it off the vehicle?

    I've been using iron remover for years as prep for a coating or maintence o er time and never had an issue. I'd just make sure it's not used in direct sunlight or when it's really hot outIs it best to keep an iron remover off of plastic trim when rinsing it off the vehicle?Is it best to keep an iron remover off of plastic trim when rinsing it off the vehicle?

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    Re: Is it best to keep an iron remover off of plastic trim when rinsing it off the vehicle?

    Quote Originally Posted by Bri26 View Post
    I know you're not supposed to put an iron remover on plastic trim. Is it best to keep an iron remover from running over plastic trim when rinsing it off as well or is it not much of an issue when it's diluted with water as it rinses off the vehicle?
    I have learned a long while ago to wet plastic down before spraying iron remover, and not let dry.

    I have had staining issues. Not a worry when rinsing.

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    Re: Is it best to keep an iron remover off of plastic trim when rinsing it off the vehicle?

    I've had it stain on an older vehicles light grey colored plastic. I will definitely be more conscious of that in the future. I like the idea of wetting it first.
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    Re: Is it best to keep an iron remover off of plastic trim when rinsing it off the vehicle?

    Quote Originally Posted by DanaDetailingPros View Post
    I've had it stain on an older vehicles light grey colored plastic. I will definitely be more conscious of that in the future. I like the idea of wetting it first.
    Is it best to keep an iron remover off of plastic trim when rinsing it off the vehicle?-iron-jpg
    Same here. I had it stain the matte gray lower cladding and bumper covers on a '94 Dodge Caravan (the wife's car at the time). I didn't actually do it, it was done at the dealership.

    I didn't even know about iron removers at the time, but I've always been skeptical of iron removers ever since.

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    Re: Is it best to keep an iron remover off of plastic trim when rinsing it off the vehicle?

    Quote Originally Posted by 2black1s View Post
    Same here. I had it stain the matte gray lower cladding and bumper covers on a '94 Dodge Caravan (the wife's car at the time). I didn't actually do it, it was done at the dealership.

    I didn't even know about iron removers at the time, but I've always been skeptical of iron removers ever since.
    I have to use it typically. I will just limit it on older vehicles.

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    Re: Is it best to keep an iron remover off of plastic trim when rinsing it off the vehicle?

    If your rubber is properly sealed with a quality product you should be ok but it doesn't hurt to re-apply afterwardsIs it best to keep an iron remover off of plastic trim when rinsing it off the vehicle?

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