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Those with XPEL, what to you use to wash and wax the XPEL and non XPEL surfaces with. I have a 17 GS "Full Wrap Conv., but the trunk lid is not done; which I believe is standard. Thanks
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My guy recommended using Chemical Bros EcoSmart RU as a waterless wash and Reload silicon spray sealant on the Xpel, so I have been following his guidance. You may want to check with your installer as well
I'm going to try some Rejex on the nose for bug protection.
I'm going to try some Rejex on the nose for bug protection.
Last edited by mountainears; May 12, 2017 at 01:39 PM.
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I wash with Meguire's Gold Class Shampoo and Conditioner. I use their Ultimate Wash & Wax Anywhere for quick touch-up detailing. I wax with NXT Generation Tech Wax 2.0. I bought the cleaner XPEL sells, but I don't care for the film it seems to leave behind.
My Xpel installer said believe it or not isopropyl alchol works well on tough stuff like sap etc. I personally like WD-40 for hard goo removal.
I'm super impressed at how this XPEL protects. I never sweat stuff geting on it. I'm especially greatful when lovebug season hits!
My Xpel installer said believe it or not isopropyl alchol works well on tough stuff like sap etc. I personally like WD-40 for hard goo removal.
I'm super impressed at how this XPEL protects. I never sweat stuff geting on it. I'm especially greatful when lovebug season hits!
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I wash with Meguire's Gold Class Shampoo and Conditioner. I use their Ultimate Wash & Wax Anywhere for quick touch-up detailing. I wax with NXT Generation Tech Wax 2.0. I bought the cleaner XPEL sells, but I don't care for the film it seems to leave behind.
My Xpel installer said believe it or not isopropyl alchol works well on tough stuff like sap etc. I personally like WD-40 for hard goo removal.
I'm super impressed at how this XPEL protects. I never sweat stuff geting on it. I'm especially greatful when lovebug season hits!
My Xpel installer said believe it or not isopropyl alchol works well on tough stuff like sap etc. I personally like WD-40 for hard goo removal.
I'm super impressed at how this XPEL protects. I never sweat stuff geting on it. I'm especially greatful when lovebug season hits!
And me too, when I'm going after the bugs I don't feel really bad giving it a good rub to get it off. I wouldn't be as rough I think on the paint. I am still going to give Rejex a try on the front which is a huge bug magnet and they can be tough to get off. Hoping it makes it a little easier.
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We make our own products to compliment the film for washing, waxing, and cleaning.
If you are going to use another companies products, please verify the MSDS sheet of that specific product that it does not contain high amounts of petroleum distillates such as naphtha and/or kerosene. As these chemicals can cause issues with the film.
The benefit with our sealant/wax is that you can use it on your paint and your film. The cleaner is designed for stubborn stains, grime, road tar etc. Most times a high percentage isopropyl alcohol will work just fine.
We would not recommend this product. The BG has 30-35% Petroleum Distillates and 15-20% Naphtha. So it could potentially harm paint protection film
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Hello Michael,
We make our own products to compliment the film for washing, waxing, and cleaning.
If you are going to use another companies products, please verify the MSDS sheet of that specific product that it does not contain high amounts of petroleum distillates such as naphtha and/or kerosene. As these chemicals can cause issues with the film.
The benefit with our sealant/wax is that you can use it on your paint and your film. The cleaner is designed for stubborn stains, grime, road tar etc. Most times a high percentage isopropyl alcohol will work just fine.
We would not recommend this product. The BG has 30-35% Petroleum Distillates and 15-20% Naphtha. So it could potentially harm paint protection film
We make our own products to compliment the film for washing, waxing, and cleaning.
If you are going to use another companies products, please verify the MSDS sheet of that specific product that it does not contain high amounts of petroleum distillates such as naphtha and/or kerosene. As these chemicals can cause issues with the film.
The benefit with our sealant/wax is that you can use it on your paint and your film. The cleaner is designed for stubborn stains, grime, road tar etc. Most times a high percentage isopropyl alcohol will work just fine.
We would not recommend this product. The BG has 30-35% Petroleum Distillates and 15-20% Naphtha. So it could potentially harm paint protection film
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I wash with Meguire's Gold Class Shampoo and Conditioner. I use their Ultimate Wash & Wax Anywhere for quick touch-up detailing. I wax with NXT Generation Tech Wax 2.0. I bought the cleaner XPEL sells, but I don't care for the film it seems to leave behind.
My Xpel installer said believe it or not isopropyl alchol works well on tough stuff like sap etc. I personally like WD-40 for hard goo removal.
I'm super impressed at how this XPEL protects. I never sweat stuff geting on it. I'm especially greatful when lovebug season hits!
My Xpel installer said believe it or not isopropyl alchol works well on tough stuff like sap etc. I personally like WD-40 for hard goo removal.
I'm super impressed at how this XPEL protects. I never sweat stuff geting on it. I'm especially greatful when lovebug season hits!
I use Meguire's too. Didn't care for the XPEL stuff
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Hello Michael,
We make our own products to compliment the film for washing, waxing, and cleaning.
If you are going to use another companies products, please verify the MSDS sheet of that specific product that it does not contain high amounts of petroleum distillates such as naphtha and/or kerosene. As these chemicals can cause issues with the film.
The benefit with our sealant/wax is that you can use it on your paint and your film. The cleaner is designed for stubborn stains, grime, road tar etc. Most times a high percentage isopropyl alcohol will work just fine.
We would not recommend this product. The BG has 30-35% Petroleum Distillates and 15-20% Naphtha. So it could potentially harm paint protection film
We make our own products to compliment the film for washing, waxing, and cleaning.
If you are going to use another companies products, please verify the MSDS sheet of that specific product that it does not contain high amounts of petroleum distillates such as naphtha and/or kerosene. As these chemicals can cause issues with the film.
The benefit with our sealant/wax is that you can use it on your paint and your film. The cleaner is designed for stubborn stains, grime, road tar etc. Most times a high percentage isopropyl alcohol will work just fine.
We would not recommend this product. The BG has 30-35% Petroleum Distillates and 15-20% Naphtha. So it could potentially harm paint protection film
I've been trying to search for Adam's Polishes H2O Guard and Gloss, but can't seem to find the MSDS for it or other products they make. I signed up for an account with a MSDS online site, but didn't do me any good.
Any chance you can find this? I just did my first car wash after my Xpel install and was looking at using the H2O Guard and Gloss since I still have some, otherwise I will order official Xpel products.
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I've been trying to search for Adam's Polishes H2O Guard and Gloss, but can't seem to find the MSDS for it or other products they make. I signed up for an account with a MSDS online site, but didn't do me any good.
Any chance you can find this? I just did my first car wash after my Xpel install and was looking at using the H2O Guard and Gloss since I still have some, otherwise I will order official Xpel products.
Any chance you can find this? I just did my first car wash after my Xpel install and was looking at using the H2O Guard and Gloss since I still have some, otherwise I will order official Xpel products.
Last edited by XPEL; May 15, 2017 at 04:46 PM.
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My whole car is also wrapped with Xpel and I just use a car wash soap and every few months, wax it with the wax Xpel sells. Rejex also works fine as well.
Last edited by iridelow; May 15, 2017 at 03:48 PM.
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I spoke with Adam's when I was looking for what to use on Xpel and they recommended Ceramic Boost or Detail Spray. I went with the Ceramic Boost and was pleased with the results. It was easy to wipe on & off.
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Thank you for wrapping your whole car, we certainly appreciate the shout out! Although, we would suggest not using RejeX, as it has a high amount (20-30%) of distillates and Petroleum. The higher the amount, the more chance there is for degradation of the film.
Last edited by XPEL; May 15, 2017 at 04:00 PM.
