How To Clean My Exhaust Tips
So the exhaust system has enough time to cool down.
How to clean my exhaust tips. For stainless steel and aluminum I use any good metal polish. Claying is always an option if the surface doesnt feel smooth and clean. Now lets look at some less conventional approaches to remove the exhaust tips that also work.
Most exhaust tips are made from metal meaning polishing with a metal polish shouldnt be a problem. Its a good idea to use a bucket dedicated to cleaning wheels that you dont also use for washing paint. Rub hard but be careful not to scratch the chrome as you wash it.
Every car Ive ever owned with a polished tip has gotten carbon deposits. Check out the before and after. This black soot from the exhaust tip can cause damage to your paint and you want to keep it as far away as possible.
Do not dampen the cloth since water in the exhaust pipe will speed up the rusting process. For chrome tips I use chrome polish. Ensure that the exhaust is not hot before doing this.
There is something called chrome polish. Alternatively you can also use rim cleaners. In the video below by Applause Ndlovu he uses an oil filter wrench tool to remove the tips.
Exhaust tips suspension arms etc. One thing to keep in mind is that the metal to metal contact during removal twisting may be to abrasive and scratch the tips. DMCdriver 4 years ago 2.