How to remove carbon/soot?

[Sh4wry]

Here I am again detailing gurus.

After I changed to my current dump pipe.(no cat)
I have developed a little bit of carbon/soot on my rear bar above the exhaust I will be rectifying the no cat issue soon but I'm worried the body will be stained.

Any particular products/methods that can remove such things.

Many thanks.
Craig.

[Newbie GT]

Grease and wax remover (Prepsol)

Try that but seek other advice this is my feeling

[andy85]

Here I am again detailing gurus.

After I changed to my current dump pipe.(no cat)
I have developed a little bit of carbon/soot on my rear bar above the exhaust I will be rectifying the no cat issue soon but I'm worried the body will be stained.

Any particular products/methods that can remove such things.

Many thanks.
Craig.

Try claybar then a light cut polish. Slowly increase the cutting compound until you're satisfied.
Once happy, prep the area and wax it.

[Sh4wry]

Try claybar then a light cut polish. Slowly increase the cutting compound until you're satisfied.
Once happy, prep the area and wax it.

Cheers mate appreciate it.

[andy85]

Not a problem.
Most of the time give it a good wash, claybar, polish(starting with zero cutting then slowly increase to prevent over cutting), once happy prep n wax the area.
If this fails then take it to the best in the industry!

[Alex@Moonlight]

As Andrew has posted, a good quality clay bar should see it gone.

However, with all things automotive paint, I suggest starting with a light grade bar, then a medium and then a heavy grade bar, stopping and using the one that works most effectively.

If you're having trouble, try a quick wash of the area with isopropyl alcohol. This will remove wax and other sealants from above the clearcoat so you are most effective with your corrective clay.

Make sure to wash the IPA off as soon as possible with a gentle car wash mixture.