Removing wax off rubber trim?

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Old Jul 13, 2007 | 10:15 AM
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Removing wax off rubber trim?

Just wondering if anyone had any ideas on how to remove wax off the rubber trim? (specifically for me, it's on the sunroof rubber seal). I got a little overzealous a few weeks ago with the waxing and some of it got on the trim. It looks like a white stain on the rubber now.

I've taken a chamois and rubbed it over a few times to see if it will come off, but it doesn't seem to come out. Any other ideas on what to use?
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Old Jul 13, 2007 | 10:54 AM
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I use quick detailer and a towel and rub it out. It seems to work for me.
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Old Jul 13, 2007 | 11:43 AM
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Is it rubber or that felt trim?
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Old Jul 13, 2007 | 02:16 PM
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he's talking about the rubber seal around the sunroof.. i know because i have the same issue
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Old Jul 13, 2007 | 02:25 PM
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Pink Pearl eraser or rubbing Alcohol
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Old Jul 13, 2007 | 03:15 PM
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Duragloss makes a good wax remover that i've had luck with. i would avoid using alcohol, as that may dry the trim out. whatever you choose, after cleaning, dress the trim with your choice of products to replenish the protection.
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Old Jul 13, 2007 | 07:17 PM
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Originally Posted by paradigm
Duragloss makes a good wax remover that i've had luck with. i would avoid using alcohol, as that may dry the trim out. whatever you choose, after cleaning, dress the trim with your choice of products to replenish the protection.
Agreed..........
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Old Jul 14, 2007 | 05:06 PM
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I usually just throw trim detailer on it... seems to do the trick.
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Old Jul 14, 2007 | 10:30 PM
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try the home remedy of peanut butter. if not, a product called Back to Black found in most automotive stores may be your fix
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