Burnout Cleanup

[C130Mustang]

I was wondering what you guys use to not only cleanup after a burnout but to prevent the burnt rubber and VHT from sticking on your paint and in your wheel well. I've read that people have used products specifically made for it such as Geddex Burnout Guard, I've also read that people have used Pam spray, WD-40 among other things, but I am wondering what you guys have used to help make clean up as easy and quick as possible....

Thanks Jeff

 

[dysan]

What I usually try to do is put some wax on the rear panels behind the tires and don't wipe it off. After you're done racing you can wipe the rubber off with your hands and it just falls off.

 

[C130Mustang]

I've tried putting a fresh coat of wax on right before I go to the track but I wipe it off cause I am usually racing when it's sunny out and I'm not a huge fan of letting the wax bake on in the sun. But I've also read that putting the wax on and leaving it would help. Last time I just really scrubbed and then claybared it when I got home. I guess the main concern is the wheel well.

 

[fdjizm]

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[s8v4o]

I wonder the same thing, especially when I see racers with pristine paint. I've thought of using the masking tape as well. Although this probably belongs in the drag racing section.

 

[gmantheman]

I need to start using painters tape. I have tried PAM and other cooking sprays but when I go to wash the car, the VHT just seems to smear all over. I have gotten this stuff on microfiber towel then when I went to wash it, it got all over the washing machine and on to other clothes. I know use bug/tar remover and scott shop towels for clean-up.

 

[Steedman07]

I am not a blue tape over my rear panel guy..I go to the car wash and use a high pressure soap and it comes right off. IMO, if your paint is protected, it will come right off..

 

[EagleStroker]

Either of these, and a hose:

 

[fdjizm]

Painters tape works best, it doesn't leave a sticky residue behind and you just peel it off as a whole and throw in in the garbage when you are done. what could be easier? no wiping etc...

 

[ozzy]

DupliColor Shield

The Shield from Dupli-Color provides temporary spray-on protection for your vehicle where bugs and road grime can do damage. It's ideal for the front end, rear quarter panel and rocker panels. Spray on Shield as a temporary bra for long road trips, quick mud flaps or as a bug guard. Shield sprays on easily and dries in less than a minute. And best of all, it stays on until you wash it off. You can power wash it off or use soap and water. Rain, snow or moisture in the air won't affect it. This product leaves no residue on a vehicle's paint. Give your vehicle the protection that it deserves with Shield.

 

[onequicktang]

i use painters tape aswell.

 

[ChevyKiller]

Yeah - painters tape here to when I used to care...lol

For the past several years though I just let it build up till it bothers me then I clean it.

 

[08gt4u]

i use the bug remover spray from walmart to get rid of what the water and soap didnt.

 

[ChevyKiller]

i use the bug remover spray from walmart to get rid of what the water and soap didnt.

That's what I do now after I let it build up for a couple months.

 

[Chilliwack 42]

Spray it lightly with baby oil before you go down the track. Then just wash your car after.

 

[DKS]

I was wondering what you guys use to not only cleanup after a burnout but to prevent the burnt rubber and VHT from sticking on your paint and in your wheel well. I've read that people have used products specifically made for it such as Geddex Burnout Guard, I've also read that people have used Pam spray, WD-40 among other things, but I am wondering what you guys have used to help make clean up as easy and quick as possible....

Thanks Jeff

You know, we have a "Keeping it clean" section here. Just saying. . .

 

[DKS]

I am not a blue tape over my rear panel guy..I go to the car wash and use a high pressure soap and it comes right off. IMO, if your paint is protected, it will come right off..

Just like the bugs.

 

[Racingtheburg]

Spray pam before you go out.

 

[DKS]

Spray pam before you go out.

Does the bacon flavored pam scare away cops?????????????

 

[2SSARME]

Pink spray paint works wonderfully.


Blue painter's tape works like a charm and won't do anything to the paint. I've done it a few times and all the z06s out at the track do too.