Dumb question on using iron remover for first time

**ejaf** · 06-04-2019, 07:34 AM

All,

Going to start prepping my Ford Escape for a fresh coat of ceramic coating. Want to try using iron remover before the clay step (never used it before, but it seems as if it will definitely help the process along, since it will remove a lot of stuff that could get caught in the clay).

I'm a little worried (maybe too much) about the gray plastic trim at the bottom edge of my doors. The stuff I am using does not mention anything about keeping it away from plastic (at least IIRC).

Is there any chance that it could damage the trim? Or should I just make sure it doesn't dwell too long, if some does drip down onto it.

TIA...Eric

**2011 302** · 06-04-2019, 08:07 AM

I wash as normal in shade, spray ironx on paint after I let partially drip dry and spread with half a grout sponge avoiding the trim.
Don't let the iron remover dry.

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**Paul A.** · 06-04-2019, 08:19 AM

I make sure I flush it with thorough rinses too.

**DBAILEY** · 06-04-2019, 08:48 AM

The plastic trim has iron fallout from brake dust embedded in it too. I have not seen it cause any trouble with plastic trim.

**ejaf** · 06-04-2019, 08:54 AM

thanks all.

E

**2011 302** · 06-04-2019, 09:03 AM

Originally Posted by DBAILEY

The plastic trim has iron fallout from brake dust embedded in it too. I have not seen it cause any trouble with plastic trim.

My f150 window trim does some staining,the hard plastics are ok with it.
Wear protective gloves,and a calm day helps to not have to breathe it though I wear a cheap 3m mask and safety glasses.

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