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Old May 13, 2007 | 02:43 AM
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How to get rid of this stuff on the exhaust?

i have some black spots in my milltek exhaust tips, can't seem to get it off. i tried using lots of water and lots of soap and also that brake cleaner spray... but still won't rub off... has anyone have some ideas? thanks

 
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Old May 13, 2007 | 05:52 AM
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I just use quick detailer when I wash the car, wipes right off. I don't have the spots though. Try a metal polish and cleaner.
 
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Old May 13, 2007 | 07:07 AM
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Mothers small powerball and aluminum polish works for me. Be careful not to touch the black trim!
 
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Old May 13, 2007 | 09:30 AM
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brake cleaner.
 
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Old May 13, 2007 | 09:46 AM
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Whats the point?
 
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Old May 13, 2007 | 10:00 AM
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thanks guys, going to try the detailer and the aluminum polish on this one. those black spots make the exhaust look like it has chicken pox
 
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Old May 13, 2007 | 10:05 AM
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I have used mothers cleaner before and it works great! I've used it on other exhaust tips.
 
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Old May 15, 2007 | 09:47 AM
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Chrome cleaner, pretty much any brand, will make them look like new.
 
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Old May 26, 2007 | 02:10 PM
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Solution!

Originally Posted by crazyaboutmini
i have some black spots in my milltek exhaust tips, can't seem to get it off. i tried using lots of water and lots of soap and also that brake cleaner spray... but still won't rub off... has anyone have some ideas? thanks

It's to time consuming to keep them bright and polished. All they do is catch soot and turn black so I helped them out some.
 
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