Originally Posted by DirtyOilGuy
Originally Posted by MolaKule
Do NOT use "Rubbing Alcohol"
because it is isopropyl alcohol mixed with a very thin mineral oil, castor oil, diethyl phthalate, and methyl salicylate.
I don't think you want films of oils left on the windshield.
ummmmm.....can you elaborate on this?
is there a difference between "rubbing alcohol" and isopropyl alcohol? because a quick google search isn't telling me much.
i'm looking at and have been using a bottle of "70% isopropyl alcohol" for cleaning random things around the house and i have NOT noticed any kind of oily residue.
also, a LOT of car detailers say that after you compound or polish a car's paint, you should use a 50/50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol (70%-90%) and water to remove any kind of residue/oil from the paint before applying the final layer, aka the wax or sealant.
You have to check the bottles carefully. Some rubbing alcohol products do contain oils and moisturizers. If you purchase plain isopropyl alcohol then you should be good to go. Always check the label.