SlammedRT Posted March 22, 2018 Share Posted March 22, 2018 I would imagine the new Eco wheel cleaner could be used as a bug and tar remover? Wondering if anyone has tried, though I realize it is very new. Or would it strip wax or paint sealant? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Dan@Adams Posted March 22, 2018 Share Posted March 22, 2018 Hi there, While I haven't tried Eco Wheel Cleaner as a bug and tar remover quite yet, it is safe for all surfaces besides interior, so you could try it out. It will most likely remove most if not all wax protection, and could weaken sealants like Paint Sealant and H2O Guard as well. Do not allow it to dry on any surfaces, and make sure to rinse it thoroughly. I would follow up with a fresh layer of sealant or wax in that area as well! Chris@Adams 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 SlammedRT Posted March 23, 2018 Author Share Posted March 23, 2018 18 hours ago, Dan@Adams said: Hi there, While I haven't tried Eco Wheel Cleaner as a bug and tar remover quite yet, it is safe for all surfaces besides interior, so you could try it out. It will most likely remove most if not all wax protection, and could weaken sealants like Paint Sealant and H2O Guard as well. Do not allow it to dry on any surfaces, and make sure to rinse it thoroughly. I would follow up with a fresh layer of sealant or wax in that area as well! Ahhhh I was thinking it was safe for waxes and sealants since it was 'formulated for fragile finishes' which brought up the idea. Anything like such at Adams? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 falcaineer Posted March 23, 2018 Share Posted March 23, 2018 Waterless Wash or diluted Rinseless Wash (16:1) works great. Spray either on, let them soak, then clean. Both perfectly safe. Nickfire20 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 Mariner Posted March 23, 2018 Share Posted March 23, 2018 (edited) There are other manufacturers that make a bug cleaner that works well. However, I’m not sure if any won’t strip away protection. Edited March 23, 2018 by Mariner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 ZMAN024 Posted March 23, 2018 Share Posted March 23, 2018 Falcaineer has you covered above ^^^. Waterless Wash or Rinseless Wash left to soak, will remove the bugs while leaving the existing protection behind. Not to mention they both smell great ! Nickfire20 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 SlammedRT Posted March 23, 2018 Author Share Posted March 23, 2018 (edited) Perfect thanks! So I would imagine either would be a better wheel cleaner as well if the wheels have paint sealant on them? Anyone tried? Edited March 23, 2018 by SlammedRT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0 falcaineer Posted March 23, 2018 Share Posted March 23, 2018 3 hours ago, SlammedRT said: Perfect thanks! So I would imagine either would be a better wheel cleaner as well if the wheels have paint sealant on them? Anyone tried? "Better" is relative. For light cleaning, yes, they'll work just fine without removing any protection. If you do, I do recommend you dedicate some older MF towels for that purpose. My car doesn't generate much brake dust at all, and I've pretty much stopped using WC, opting instead for CS or Wash & Wax. I'll also sometimes add HGG to the mix (haven't sealed them, but plan to this spring). But if your car generates a lot of brake dust, WC is the one to use. Then, consider adding HGG as a boost to the PS...or maybe coat them. Side note...here's a video explaining a little more why, I think, @Dan@Adams says what he did above: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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I would imagine the new Eco wheel cleaner could be used as a bug and tar remover? Wondering if anyone has tried, though I realize it is very new. Or would it strip wax or paint sealant?
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