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Old Feb 2, 2008 | 08:01 PM
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Default How do I clean HKS exhaust?

What does everybody use to clean their HKS exhausts? Mine is really dirty right now and I need it to shine like new. Any tips? thanks in advance
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Old Feb 2, 2008 | 08:19 PM
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spit shine and lick it.








in all seriousness though, just wipe it down with a damp terry towel, and have a bucket of water with you so you don't keep wiping it with a dirty towel.
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Old Feb 2, 2008 | 09:06 PM
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To get your exhaust to shine like a mirror follow these steps:
1. clean the area that is dull with some soap/degreaser, then dry..
2. Get a metal polish (ie. Eagle One Or Mothers) and rub it on in a circular motion until black oxidation comes off
3.Buff to remove residue and voila!

You can also get Mother's Powerball and some Metal polish to speed up the process
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Old Feb 2, 2008 | 10:13 PM
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as stated above some polish. but also every time you wash you can use the left over soap and water from the wash and wash with a old sponge or cloth the same way you wash your car
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Old Feb 2, 2008 | 10:20 PM
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Old Feb 2, 2008 | 10:22 PM
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Old Feb 3, 2008 | 09:20 AM
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There are lots of different ways to clean and shine the exhaust tips. My preferred set of products is the P21S Finish Restorer and a two sided microfiber polishing towel. This combination of metal polish and microfiber towel really works deep in to the surface to clean and shine the surface like new. Just apply a drop to the more textured side of the towel and buff it in. Then buff it off with the softer and smoother side of the towel and you're all set. The surface should look remarkably shinny and clean. Let me know if you would like more information about these products.

Greg @ Detailed Image
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Old Feb 3, 2008 | 10:05 AM
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Bleach and steel wool.
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Old Feb 3, 2008 | 06:46 PM
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Thanks for all the help guys!! ill have to give it a try tomorrow and pick up some metal polish.
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Old Feb 3, 2008 | 06:48 PM
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Originally Posted by USN HM 350Z
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Old Feb 3, 2008 | 07:47 PM
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i use a microfiber towel to clean, and wheel wax to polish
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