03Ap1 Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 What steps should be done when planning to use IPA in order to remove all unwanted wax. Should it be: Wash Clay IPA or Wash IPA Clay Just curious if it matters. Also its 50% water and 50% (IPA90% concentrate)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chobbs Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 no need to wash with dawn if you are going to use IPA. first wash as normal. then use IPA (BEFORE CLAYING) so as to not use up the clay bar. then Clay. then correct the paint. the only reason to use IPA is as a substitute for the dawn wash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chobbs Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 Yes! Do not put IPA on your vinyl stripes!! Only on your painted surfaces Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
694doorbird Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 Does the IPA affect vinyl trim/stripes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mc2hill Posted May 3, 2011 Share Posted May 3, 2011 I think I will jsut do IPA before and after I clay. I see many people here use Dawn, no one is afraid of it doing harm to any exterior plastics? It should be ok when used only 1 or 2 times a year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03Ap1 Posted May 3, 2011 Author Share Posted May 3, 2011 I think I will jsut do IPA before and after I clay. I see many people here use Dawn, no one is afraid of it doing harm to any exterior plastics? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osok Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 Put me down for dawn wash, rinse, clay, polish. My understanding is you wouldn't need dawn wash, clay AND IPA. The dawn or IPA would be used to get rid of any previous product on the paint surface prior to clay and polishing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAYBEN Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 if you use dawn or IPA before you clay, your clay should last longer and not clog up as quick.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE Mook Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 IPA before Clay. Wash Dry IPA Clay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03Ap1 Posted May 2, 2011 Author Share Posted May 2, 2011 lol sounds good thanks Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill-V8V Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 Ok I understand now Both IPA and clay remove wax, you can wipe down with IPA 50/50 before, after or before and after if you like Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03Ap1 Posted May 2, 2011 Author Share Posted May 2, 2011 Ok I understand now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camaro2ssblack Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 I was actually thinking of using Adams car wash and not Dawn. My thought process was this. (I could be wrong) -Rinse (Get the big stuff off) -Foam Gun with Adams (Soak off the dirt to prevent MORE damage) -2 bucket wash (Prep paint for claybar) -Claybar -IPA (Clean off any excess DS or claybar) Then I was thinking of washing with Adams again, but as mentioned before the IPA evaporates fast and is not necessary. I am getting mixed answers here and I realize everyone has there ways but I am still open to ideas. I just want to get a solid process down before I start. you must either wash with dawn or wipedown with IPA before you clay...the paint must be bare before you clay... using adams soap alone will not strip the panel.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03Ap1 Posted May 2, 2011 Author Share Posted May 2, 2011 I think its important to note they mean wash with dawn, not just adams soap..you probably know that already but just making sure. I too would wash with dawn, clay, then wipe down with IPA.. I was actually thinking of using Adams car wash and not Dawn. My thought process was this. (I could be wrong) -Rinse (Get the big stuff off) -Foam Gun with Adams (Soak off the dirt to prevent MORE damage) -2 bucket wash (Prep paint for claybar) -Claybar -IPA (Clean off any excess DS or claybar) Then I was thinking of washing with Adams again, but as mentioned before the IPA evaporates fast and is not necessary. I am getting mixed answers here and I realize everyone has there ways but I am still open to ideas. I just want to get a solid process down before I start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAYBEN Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 I didnt use the IPA when I detailed the Edge, I should have, sounds like it would have went smoother/faster... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug123 Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 After the IPA wipedown, I found that the corrections went faster. Seemed like I could get more work done somehow. Now I wouldn't consider doing any correction without it. I don't think the clay really got the finish completely clean of MSW. Of course, after several times working with the polisher, my technique has gotten a little bit better. Practice practice... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camaro2ssblack Posted May 2, 2011 Share Posted May 2, 2011 I think its important to note they mean wash with dawn, not just adams soap..you probably know that already but just making sure. I too would wash with dawn, clay, then wipe down with IPA.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03Ap1 Posted May 2, 2011 Author Share Posted May 2, 2011 Thank you guys for clarification. I will be posting up pics. I am still awaiting my Adams order so it wont be for at least a week or so till I get going. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris@Adams Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 Post up pics when done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill-V8V Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 Same here. Wash, clay, IPA and right to the polish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mc2hill Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 you correct your paint right after spraying and wipe with IPA with no problems? That should not be a problem, the alcohol evaporates very quickly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03Ap1 Posted May 1, 2011 Author Share Posted May 1, 2011 I plan on using 90%IPA concentrate and mixing it 50% and 50%. Ryan, you correct your paint right after spraying and wipe with IPA with no problems? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ryan Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 There is a lot of debate over this subject. I wash ( w/ dawn), clay, wash again (Adams shampoo) then wipe down with 50/50 IPA. Make sure you use distilled water, not just for IPA but for cutting down any chemical (apc, gwc, svrt, ect.). Most of the debate is around dilutions however I find 50/50 to work well for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug123 Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 For me (my two cents) it is Wash, dry IPA wipedown to remove old wax etc. to get the paint bare. Then Clay, etc. You want a 50/50 (roughly) IPA/distilled water solution. 9The 0% IPA will work at 50/50. But if you get that 70% IPA you might want to adjust your ratios. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueGenCoupe Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 IPA? its late i cant think Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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What steps should be done when planning to use IPA in order to remove all unwanted wax.
Should it be:
Wash
Clay
IPA
or
Wash
IPA
Clay
Just curious if it matters.
Also its 50% water and 50% (IPA90% concentrate)?
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