Can Meguiar's wax be used over 3M paint protection?

[Aglaia]

Can Meguiar's liquid cleaner wax be used over 3M paint protection film? I have a new car that has 3M over the front, and I'm just planning on waxing it for the first time.

[marales]

I think that you can't wax the film because it is not clear coat and it is plastic.This film is only to protect the car from scratches and nothing else.you can't create a film of wax on the 3M film.

[gioprivatemove]

Can Meguiar's liquid cleaner wax be used over 3M paint protection film? I have a new car that has 3M over the front, and I'm just planning on waxing it for the first time.

I believe its possible to apply wax on the film. Just thin layer.

[davey g-force]

I know people have done it with NXT with no problems.

I'm pretty sure it will be fine. Can you test an inconspicuous area first?

[Mike Phillips]

Can Meguiar's liquid cleaner wax be used over 3M paint protection film? I have a new car that has 3M over the front, and I'm just planning on waxing it for the first time.

Meguiar's doesn't have an official product or recommendation for waxing clear flexible films applied to paint, that said a lot of people wax their clear plastic bras, most don't use a cleaner/wax however and stick to products like NXT Tech Wax for better protection and likely better gloss.

Best thing to do is whenever you touch this film, do so carefully so that you don't scratch it, for example use a quality car wash and a quality car wash mitt.

Avoid taking your car to a car wash.


:)

[SpeedFM]

I've been installing the "clear bra" product for over eight years and compiled a list of Do's and Don'ts. I removed my company's product info off here so it won't look like a plug.

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</TD><TD class=boldbody vAlign=top align=left>Do Not Do the Following:</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top align=left width=381 rowSpan=2>Dust and use ********* Polish on the film regularly to prevent dirt build up around the edges and to maintain its glossy finish.

Use a liquid-based car wash soap, extra-soft wash-mit, and water to wash your ********* Paint Protection Film.

When using a high-pressure water hose to wash, keep at least 36" away from your film's edges and surface.

Wipe down with a clean and dust-free chamois and apply ********* Polish and wipe dry with a micro-fiber drying towel. This is very important! ********* Polish will keep the film’s finish glossy and more resistant to stains and discoloring.

Use a small toothpick or detailing cloth to softly remove any wax build-up around the edges. Bird droppings and bug splats should be removed as quickly as possible by flushing the area with luke-warm water. Some bugs may leave stains that normally bleach out in the sun after a few weeks.
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</TD><TD vAlign=top align=left width=20 rowSpan=2> </TD><TD vAlign=top align=left width=281><TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=0 width=281 border=0><TBODY><TR><TD vAlign=top align=left width=5>•</TD><TD vAlign=top align=left width=590>Do not use any abrasive scrubbers, sponges or paper towels.
</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top align=left width=5>•</TD><TD vAlign=top align=left>Do not use a powder-based detergent or degreaser to clean your film.
</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top align=left width=5>•</TD><TD vAlign=top align=left>Do not use any clay products to clean the surface of your film.
</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top align=left width=5 height=32>•</TD><TD vAlign=top align=left>Do not use any abrasive or hard-compound waxes and/or polishes.
</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top align=left width=5>•</TD><TD vAlign=top align=left>Do not rub excessively or use excessive force when cleaning or drying.
</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top align=left width=5>•</TD><TD vAlign=top align=left>Do not use a high-speed power buffer or polishing equipment.
</TD></TR><TR><TD vAlign=top align=left width=5>•</TD><TD vAlign=top align=left>Do not use a high-pressure hose closer than 36" from the Paint Protection Film surface.
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http://speedfilm.net/images/spacer.gif</TD><TD vAlign=top align=left>Do not pick the Paint Protection Film's edges. Once the material is lifted it will not lay back down properly without damage.
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