What to use on "3M Clear Bra"

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I have a customer with the 3M clear clear bra from Sticker City on his Vette. Can prducts with Petroleum Distillates be used with out harming the clear bra? They say wax is safe to use but dosen't wax contain Petroleum products?
 
From the 3M site: http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3M/en_US/Scotchgard-PPF/Home/For_the/Consumer/FAQs/



Q. Can I use wax over Scotchgardâ„¢ Paint Protection Film?

A. Yes. When waxing the vehicle, some wax may build up along the film edges. This can easily be removed when dry with a soft cloth, such as a 3Mâ„¢ High Performance Cloth. Do not use any waxes containing dyes or waxes that are not recommended for urethanes. Abrasive polishes and/or rubbing compounds are not to be used.



Q. What products does 3M recommend to best maintain Scotchgardâ„¢ Paint Protection Film?

A. 3M makes a variety of products to help maintain the beauty of your vehicle. 3Mâ„¢ Car Wash Soap (3M Part #39000), 3Mâ„¢ Show Car Paste Wax (3M Part #39526 and 3Mâ„¢ Perfect-It Show Car Liquid Wax (3M Part #39026). The best surface cloth to use is the 3Mâ„¢ Perfect-ITâ„¢ III Detailing Cloth (3M Part #39016) since others may scratch the surface of the film
 
BostonDirtDog said:
From the 3M site: http://solutions.3m.com/wps/portal/3M/en_US/Scotchgard-PPF/Home/For_the/Consumer/FAQs/



Q. Can I use wax over Scotchgardâ„¢ Paint Protection Film?

A. Yes. When waxing the vehicle, some wax may build up along the film edges. This can easily be removed when dry with a soft cloth, such as a 3Mâ„¢ High Performance Cloth. Do not use any waxes containing dyes or waxes that are not recommended for urethanes. Abrasive polishes and/or rubbing compounds are not to be used.



Q. What products does 3M recommend to best maintain Scotchgardâ„¢ Paint Protection Film?

A. 3M makes a variety of products to help maintain the beauty of your vehicle. 3Mâ„¢ Car Wash Soap (3M Part #39000), 3Mâ„¢ Show Car Paste Wax (3M Part #39526 and 3Mâ„¢ Perfect-It Show Car Liquid Wax (3M Part #39026). The best surface cloth to use is the 3Mâ„¢ Perfect-ITâ„¢ III Detailing Cloth (3M Part #39016) since others may scratch the surface of the film
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I totally disagree with the statement that the wax on the edges can easily be reomoved when dry with a soft cloth. Try it on a dark colored car--- no way. The edges of the film have a certain amount of adhesive still left. Take a piece of tape and cut it; where you made the cut there is still adhesive. This is the same with the clear bra. In time you will not be able to remove it with a dry cloth and even a Q tip wont work. I had it on 3 dark colored cars and was very disappointed. :mad: :mad:
 
Lou K said:
I totally disagree with the statement that the wax on the edges can easily be reomoved when dry with a soft cloth. Try it on a dark colored car--- no way. The edges of the film have a certain amount of adhesive still left. Take a piece of tape and cut it; where you made the cut there is still adhesive. This is the same with the clear bra. In time you will not be able to remove it with a dry cloth and even a Q tip wont work. I had it on 3 dark colored cars and was very disappointed. :mad: :mad:
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Have you tried using a toothbrush? I have the clearbra and after using Klasse AIO & SG, I have some light buildup. I haven't tried to remove it yet, but the guy that put it on told me to use a toothbrush to get wax out.
 
lenny7 said:
Have you tried using a toothbrush? I have the clearbra and after using Klasse AIO & SG, I have some light buildup. I haven't tried to remove it yet, but the guy that put it on told me to use a toothbrush to get wax out.
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You will get rid of the wax and substitute the wax for scratches. I love these installers and their hair brained recommendations.
 
That's not my opinion, I have no experience with the stuff. It is however the recommendation that the manufacturer made, hence the quote from 3M.
 
Thanks guys for your help on this. It's my understanding now that any wax, sealant and QD can be used for protection and a plastic polish to clean it.
 
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