Anyone have any tips for cleaning XPEL Ultimate Plus? I have used 91% IPA up until now and it has removed everything I tried it on until today. I picked up some grime on the lower rockers that the IPA is not touching.

I have lots of things I could try to remove the grime, but I am concerned about damaging the film. Anyone have success with other products that won't damage the XPEL?

 

Depending on what the "grime" is, Mother's R3 removes just about anything without damaging the XPEL. It's actually sort of scary how well it works.

https://mothers.com/products/r3-raci...-remover-09224

 

Another strategy is to use either a clay bar, or a net-covered sponge.
Rub lightly at first. More reps, less pressure.

 

This is from Xpel's website. I just had the Ultimate Plus installed on my car, as well, an was curious about maintenance. My installer told me to definitely NOT use any petroleum containing care products. Note that Xpel suggests using 99% IPA. Not sure the extra 8% would make any difference.

ULTIMATE PLUS ™ Paint Protection Film

To Keep Your Film Looking Great, Follow A Few Simple Guidelines:

• Wait 48 hours after installation to wash your car.
• Remove insect or other stains as soon as possible with XPEL Film Cleaner.
• Stubborn stains can be removed with 99% isopropyl alcohol. Take care to keep these chemicals off the vehicle’s paint.
• Seal with XPEL Flawless Finish Paint Protection Film Sealant at least once every 3 months to preserve high gloss. Installation instructions here: Sealant Instructions
• Light scratches in the film will self-heal in 20-30 minutes at room temperature. In colder conditions, or to accelerate the process, pour warm water (120°F) over the affected area.
• Avoid using a pressure washer or high-pressure water source near the edges of the film, it can cause the film to lift and/or become damaged.
• Detailing Clay can be used to remove contaminants that are on the film.

https://www.xpel.com/care

 

I don;t think the concentration of IPA is critical. I noticed that the detail shop that installed my XPEL was using 70% IPA.

 

It might be that's all they can get due to VOC regulations. Here, all I can get is 70% and I can't get denatured alcohol at all. Not a great hardship, but does call for a little adjustment.