In another thread, I commented that I cleaned/polished my JCW mufflers, the pan under the battery, and occasionally the entire undercarriage and got the expected comments.

I thought I'd post a couple pictures to see what others thought...

If you can see stuff under the car, doesn't it help the whole car if it's clean?

Oh, well...I enjoy keeping it clean.

 

looks good!

 

It does look good. I might try that tomorrow, if it doesn't rain...

 

That is way over the top & it's the bottom. OCD if you ask me.

 

It Looks Good, But How The Hell Did You Get Under Your Mini?

 

Yeah looks good but you may have the mini bug real bad.

 

you should get a large mirror under your car like those
Tamiya display cases for plastic models and diecasts.

 

I just jack up one side and put jack stands under and use a creeper...spray cleaner...and lots of rags.

 

Mirror....hadn't thought about that... Might make a trip to a store tomorrow.

I just do it for the enjoyment. I've always wanted a car to keep clean, like a show car but not for competitions.

At least I haven't gotten to the point where I'm Q-Tipping the tire treads. Hey...that would give me something to do Sunday...

 

nice job keeping your car clean, the JCW exhaust looks awesome

 

There is really no point unless you clean the INSIDE of the mufflers.

That is dedication for sure.

 

Yes I believe they sell Monster Fluffy Q-Tips at Detailer's Paradise for this very thing

 

That is one clean MINI! And clean tailpipes!

I just changed mine so they are probably not filthy yet.
but the old ones... STINKY-FILTHY!

http://superchargerresearch.com/copp...3/muffler9.jpg

 

 

And what did you use for that? The wenol? You defiantly need mirrors.

Edit: After reviewing the other thread, you said you use Griot's metal polish. How do you apply that? How do you prep for it? I am thinking about giving this a try.

Also how do you apply the simple green? Do you just spray on, then rinse off? You mentioned getting under the car, doesnt seem like a good idea to be spraying above your head

 

That looks perfect! I thought I did a good job detailing my car but you have soon a whole new level of clean to me. I need to step it up I guess.

Very Nice Work!

 

This is the metal polish I use.

http://www.griotsgarage.com/catalog....1002&SKU=11155

I also bought some of these disposable towels to apply the polish.

http://www.griotsgarage.com/catalog.jsp?SKUupsell=92398

I use a clean wipe to remove the polish.

The only prep I do is when I wash the car, I spray off the undercarriage to get off the loose stuff. I will usually wash the mufflers and the panel under the battery with the tire wash soap after finishing with the tires.

For the tire wells, I just spray everything and wipe it off. For under the car, I will spray a small section away from my face and then wipe. If I can't do that, I will spray the rag and then wipe.

I probably do have some "OCD" but I enjoy the results.

 

Good show!
Thanks for the tips on technique.