12-24-2020, 05:15 PM | #1 |
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How do I remove white residue from new PS4s sidewalls???
How do I remove white residue from new PS4s sidewalls???
Stuff is stubborn... I think it’s the tire manufacturing mold release agent. It’s only on the front tires. Any ideas from the detail pros or anyone else? Thanks |
12-24-2020, 07:37 PM | #2 |
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12-26-2020, 09:53 AM | #3 |
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From the vastness of the internet.
General consensus... “The greasy whitish stuff that has the consistency of yogurt is the lubricant that is used when mounting the tires. The waxy stuff on the sidewalls of the tires themselves is a mold release agent used in the manufacturing process. It needs to be removed with a solvent and a brush.” Suggested products range from vinegar to WD40 (of course), and Coca Cola (LOL) to Wesley’s Bleach White to Stoner’s Tarminator, Simple Green, Comet, and Scrubbing Bubbles, and many more! |
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12-26-2020, 11:46 AM | #4 |
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Sucks if your installer overdid the installation lubricant.
From my experience just use any popular tire cleaner. Personally I use Adam's tire cleaner and a tire brush. The tire brush should be relatively stiff compared to a standard wheel brush. |
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12-26-2020, 06:27 PM | #5 |
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So I used what was at hand... WD40 (of course).
I was able to remove the stubborn waxy manufacturing mold release agent, by wiping vigorously with WD40 using a microfiber cloth. Interestingly, it was only on the front tires. I washed the tires and wheels with soap and water afterwards. The tech had cleaned off any excess tire installation lubricant, but didn’t go the extra mile to remove the obvious white waxy residue that is far more difficult to remove. I’m surprised the detail department wasn’t asked to take a shot at it. Guess you have to step up to a Porsche for that level of service. I say this because, in one particular anecdote from the internet search for “how to remove white waxy residue from new tires”, a fellow who had taken his Porsche in for new tires received an apology for the extra time it took the tech to remove the waxy residue from the new tires. Nice. On the other hand, one “poor” fellow was complaining about the residue that was difficult for him to remove after taking his Ferrari in for new Pirellis. Guess he should have bought a Porsche. |
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Seconded, that stuff is awesome
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I ordered from them as they pointed out they are an M Certified Dealer, suggesting a higher level of service. And closer to home as well. So far, their service has lived up to expectations for my first German and first luxury brand purchase, other than residue on two new tires, ha. Interestingly, after PS4 installation, I had a vibration at interstate speeds. Shop foreman, Ryan (great guy) drove it to help diagnose. The front tires won’t road force balance within specs, so there working with Michelin to replace. Also found a slightly bent right front wheel. $125 to repair I’m told. Probably won’t get my car back until next week. Last edited by natmad; 12-31-2020 at 08:15 AM.. Reason: Addition |
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Tire soap comes off very easy with just water when it's fresh, but it's a severe PITA when it sets up.
I wash it off the moment I get the car home, but have had to use PPG 330 on it before. It's what I recommend to everyone that needs to get something off of just about anything. It's aggressive, like a weak enamel reducer, but doesn't damage stuff like you'd think it would. It's what bodyshops use to prep paint before they start sanding on it (they don't want to rub any contaminants into the paint with the sandpaper). I've been using it for years on all sorts of stuff with fantastic results. It'll even take tar out of jeans safely. The only problem is that it's expensive, and it's only available at paint shops. |
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