Re: Waxy Sh** Removal

["James A. Zwahlen" <jazman@cnmnet.com>]

> Royal,Paul wrote:
> >
> > The engine on my recently purchased 90Q20v is caked with that waxy sh**
> > that they put on new cars to "protect" them (I can't remember the name
> > for it).
> > Any advice on cleaners that will work
> > without damaging rubber or metal parts in the engine bay.

There is a solvent used by the dealers to remove the 'cosmolene' from new vehicles.
will not hurt paint or fabric, but don't think it's good on vinyls/rubber.  

The product is called Acrysol (xylene and naphta)and is made by Kent Industries,4800 
Euclid ave. Cleveland, OH 44103  (216)391-8300 (I think this number is correct its 
written teeny on the can).

I started using this when we bought our first Audi in 1985, and asked the dealer what 
they used to de-grease the car's .  Stuff works great.  I use it to remove road tar from 
the car, grease from the carpet (after it has been to the dealer for service), and misc. 
household cleaning.  

I used to get it from an auto supply wholesaler, but the last time, I had to order it in 
bulk (case of six cans) from the manufacturer.

Nothing works as good.

jazman
'87 5000CS TQ
'93 100CS