Thanks for several useful suggestions on the foam 'worms' problem a week or  
so back. Based on input from several responses, it looks like the problem is  
under control.

Basically, it appears to be the wax. Or, more correctly  the waxing 
technique. I had been triple waxing and then bagging within a few  hours. On some 
parts, I've painted the mylars shortly after waxing and waited ~  24 hr. before 
bagging. Those parts had 'worms' as well. This problem has  happened with 
carnauba release wax, McGuiar's, Mother's Gold and Johnson.  

Based on several suggestions, these same mylars were cleaned, waxed once  and 
then warmed overnight under a lamp. One was then painted and dried with the  
lamp for another 24 hours. The usual lay-up was then used. Both parts popped 
out  of the bag (and mylars) today and are pretty much flawless. No sign of a 
dent or  'worm' anywhere. Also, the release was easier than I typically get.

Too much of a good thing is not always a good thing. A little patience  seems 
to go a long way to improving the job.

Thanks to the folks who  responded and posted. Your suggestions were very 
helpful.

- Dave R
 
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