mattyboof Posted September 22, 2019 Share Posted September 22, 2019 Say I have some traffic film or similar on a lower car panel that a simple ONR wash would not shift. Could I spray diluted OPC to the affected area then after a short dwell wipe off with onr dampened towel as part of a normal onr wash? I think the question about rinsing has been raised a couple of times but in different context so sorry if this is a repeat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darrvao777 Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 I think that’s fine, I’ve seen people do that before on YouTube videos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron@Optimum Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 Power Clean is a much stronger solvent than ONR - I would try the Power Clean at 1:3 parts water on the paint. Rinse thoroughly with ONR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Detail Mutant Posted September 23, 2019 Share Posted September 23, 2019 I think it depends on the dilution ratio of OPC being used. At a 5:1 dilution ratio, I think wiping with a dripping wet (not just dampened) ONR microfiber towel is probably OK without leaving much residue or potential quick spray with pump sprayer with ONR solution then washing as per normal would be better. At higher OPC dilution ratios, I would definitely recommend flushing with a decent amount of water. When I have used OPC at a 3:1 dilution ratio on my rims and tires, I have to typically flush the area for a good minute or two using my Worx Hydroshot (battery powered pressure washer that puts out only nominal 0.5 gpm and 320 PSI) before I stop seeing white suds from the OPC. When I do a decon wash with OPC at 5:1 on the paint, I will initially wipe away with ONR dampened towel but always follow up a quick rinse of water to ensure no residue is left. darrvao777 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattyboof Posted September 27, 2019 Author Share Posted September 27, 2019 thanks everyone for your responses. From these I have gleaned : "Probably ok, but depends on you dilution. Would be better to rinse" Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darrvao777 Posted September 27, 2019 Share Posted September 27, 2019 If you want to play it safe you can use Opti clean instead I find that to be really helpful when there’s a persistent spot of tar or bug guts that onr can’t get rid of Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darrvao777 Posted October 20, 2019 Share Posted October 20, 2019 On 9/22/2019 at 10:42 PM, Detail Mutant said: I think it depends on the dilution ratio of OPC being used. At a 5:1 dilution ratio, I think wiping with a dripping wet (not just dampened) ONR microfiber towel is probably OK without leaving much residue or potential quick spray with pump sprayer with ONR solution then washing as per normal would be better. At higher OPC dilution ratios, I would definitely recommend flushing with a decent amount of water. When I have used OPC at a 3:1 dilution ratio on my rims and tires, I have to typically flush the area for a good minute or two using my Worx Hydroshot (battery powered pressure washer that puts out only nominal 0.5 gpm and 320 PSI) before I stop seeing white suds from the OPC. When I do a decon wash with OPC at 5:1 on the paint, I will initially wipe away with ONR dampened towel but always follow up a quick rinse of water to ensure no residue is left. interesting topic i wanted to revisit would it be possible to use power clean at a 10:1 ratio to clean wheels and tires then use a sprayer with onr and the wheel brush dipped in ONR to finish the job and eliminate rinsing altogether? thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron@Optimum Posted October 20, 2019 Share Posted October 20, 2019 people use Power Clean at 1:10 but usually for light cleaning (interiors, carpet, etc), I'm not sure that ratio is strong enough for tires/wheels. There's no downside beyond wasted time, so give it a try and let us know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Detail Mutant Posted October 20, 2019 Share Posted October 20, 2019 Darrvao777 As Ron stated, 10:1 ratio may not be strong enough unless you are cleaning your rims and tires very frequently (ie weekly or less). As long as you are drying the rims afterward (to avoid polymer spots from ONR), it should work at 10:1 ratio. If your drying method is using a microfiber towel (instead of forced air), then higher ratio may be successful as well since a significant amount of the PC residue will be absorbed into the drying towel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darrvao777 Posted October 20, 2019 Share Posted October 20, 2019 thanks for the quick replies, i’ve got my next wash coming up friday (weekly) so i’ll update everyone 🙂 it would be nice to do almost everything without rinsing ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darrvao777 Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 happy to report it worked powerclean 1:10 in an iK foamer rinsed off with onr 1:16 in an iK sprayer agitated with body and wheel brush dipped in onr 1:256 agitated with brs (dedicated to wheels only) dipped in onr 1:256 agitated with soaking wet microfiber dipped in onr 1:256 one spritz of opti seal dried with wringed out microfiber from above wheels are clean, no damage to my gloss black aluminum wheels, hose/pressure washer/deionizer combo has decommissioned for the time being 🙂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron@Optimum Posted October 26, 2019 Share Posted October 26, 2019 sounds like a WIN! darrvao777 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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