Tip for Iron X users - Rinse well to avoid molding drip

[Eric@CherryOnTop]

Nice article Mike, can I use iron x to remove iron particles on a car coated with black label paint coating without worrying about stripping the protection? I onr'ed my optima last weekend and noticed little bits of iron throughout the paintwork.


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[wdmaccord]

Would using painters tape on the top side of the molding help prevent iron x from getting behind the trim, etc.

Problem with taping off is that a lot of times I see the orange iron flecks in between the spaces in the emblems, so you need to get the IX in those areas. If they were solid emblems, then maybe try taping them off (but you actually have to have the tape on the paint a little bit to try and create a seal). It's really easiest to just rinse really well. I like to go around the car twice with a really good jet of water and really focus on the cracks and crevices. That has worked for me so far.

[tpr1634]

Problem with taping off is that a lot of times I see the orange iron flecks in between the spaces in the emblems, so you need to get the IX in those areas. If they were solid emblems, then maybe try taping them off (but you actually have to have the tape on the paint a little bit to try and create a seal). It's really easiest to just rinse really well. I like to go around the car twice with a really good jet of water and really focus on the cracks and crevices. That has worked for me so far.

Thanks, I ask because I have the product but waiting for the weather to break and I have never used it.

[Pinpoint_Precision]

Thanks Mike great tip for sure. Iron X is a must have not just for the professionals but any car enthusiast that wants your paint flawless, this is a must have. Well worth the investment.

[Toxix]

Nice!
Picked up my first bottle of IX, been going the "Clay-only" route. Looking forward to see what the deal is on this.

[Angler]

Being new to the forum I am just learning how little I knew about detailing but glad to be learning so much.

I had never heard of Iron X before but I certainly want to start using it. I have a question, though. The AG link to Iron X states this precaution: Note: Iron X should not be used on bare metal parts, brake calipers, wheel balancing weights, or SMART paint repairs. Mask off these areas.

I imagine one would use the blue painter's tape to cover the wheel balancing weights, but how do you mask off the calipers? Are the barrels of stock wheels usually safe for Iron -X?

Thanks for your help!

[Kevin Cullen]

Great article Mike! I would note that this product is somewhat an acid type product. I do not use it without protection for my skin. Also at the very least stay up wind of the spray or use it in a place where there is no wind but very good ventilation. It is an awesome product and does make the claying process go much faster.

[Hazcat]

Being new to the forum I am just learning how little I knew about detailing but glad to be learning so much.

I had never heard of Iron X before but I certainly want to start using it. I have a question, though. The AG link to Iron X states this precaution: Note: Iron X should not be used on bare metal parts, brake calipers, wheel balancing weights, or SMART paint repairs. Mask off these areas.

I imagine one would use the blue painter's tape to cover the wheel balancing weights, but how do you mask off the calipers? Are the barrels of stock wheels usually safe for Iron -X?

Thanks for your help!

Use a plastic grocery bag or trash bag to cover the rotor and caliper. Tuck it in between the wheel and the rotor. This will block the iron x from hitting the caliper and rotor which causes it to rust. It takes less than a minute to block off a rotor and caliper with this method.

[Angler]

Use a plastic grocery bag or trash bag to cover the rotor and caliper. Tuck it in between the wheel and the rotor. This will block the iron x from hitting the caliper and rotor which causes it to rust. It takes less than a minute to block off a rotor and caliper with this method.

Thanks, Hazcat!

[Kenny94]

WOW! Mike you get a lot of nice rides to work with! Let me ask you all this . Can't you just dilute Iron X on cars that is not badly contaminated? To prevent molding drip? The product works with water.


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