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06-14-2020, 06:44 PM | #1 |
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Cleaning exhaust tips
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I had my TRD exhaust sitting in my garage for over a year and previously driven on it for 4 years. Never cleaned it and today I finally got the chance to since I will be re-installing it in my car. Friends recommended the Mother’s polish to clean but I found something better and it only costs $3 at target or Home Depot. It’s called, Bar Keeper Friend. I actually use this for pots and pans since that’s what it’s known for but since the exhaust is stainless steel, why not? The tips came out pretty clean. Took 15 mins. Unfortunately no before photos but it was bad. |
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Looks good, the gold standard for this kinda stuff is eagle one nevr-dull. It's by no means expensive, I think $15. I often go for the tried and true products over "the next greatest scientifically proven" expensive crap
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Or you can wet sand it with 3,000 grit & up when you wash your car
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Triple 0 (000) steel wool does wonders for stainless steel. I have restored 50 year old car trim to as new condition with it when I restored my Mach 1.
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For neglected tips that will work.
Mother's powerball on a drill with most metal polish make quick work of oxidized tips with carbon carbon buildup. Great on polished wheels too. soapy MF towel with every wash and will keep them looking new. I wipe mine with a sealant every now and then which probably helps a tiny bit. They still look new 2 years later. Last edited by RToyo86; 06-24-2020 at 12:45 PM. |
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This. I used #000 for initial cleaning, but for maintenance I use #0000. A sealant will keep it easier to clean and shinier between washes too.
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I use 0000 steel wool with some metal polish.
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