Home › Forums › Stay Dirty Lounge › Service and Repair Questions Answered Here › Can I use general degreaser instead of panel wipe? › Reply To: Can I use general degreaser instead of panel wipe? April 1, 2020 at 8:42 pm #953937 Richard KirshyParticipant If your repainting. Best to use a proper wax & grease remover prep. Engine cleaner might react with paint.