Pedro's has a water based silicone emulsion content. I don't believe there are any undesirable lasting effects from using this product. It works great!
Dennis Young
Hotaka, Japan
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> Hi Folks:
> I took a good look at the polishing link on the Classic-Rendezvous site,and
> noticed Pedro's Bike Lust and the newer products for rejuvenating the
> paintwork.Question being:Do these things rely on silicone for their magic
> properties?I recall dire warnings about the lingering effects of silicone on
> furniture or vehicles.It seems like you can not even successfully strip and
> refinish an item that's been soaked in silicone.
> Do a few of you out there have more specific knowledge about this?
> Th