IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013) Discussion about the 2006+ model IS models

how to clean exhaust tip?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old 03-22-14, 11:13 AM
  #1  
dorkacho
Lexus Champion
Thread Starter
iTrader: (5)
 
dorkacho's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: CA
Posts: 2,262
Likes: 0
Received 4 Likes on 4 Posts
Thumbs up how to clean exhaust tip?

hi everyone,

every once in a while i'd see someone randomly mentioning a particular product that they use to polish and clean their exhaust tip, but when i did search i couldn't find anything my exhaust tips re turning a little yellow/brownish (despite i always wash the tips when i wash my car), so can anyone recommend me a product that they really like? thanks in advance
Old 03-22-14, 11:20 AM
  #2  
2GSKaizen
Lead Lap
iTrader: (1)
 
2GSKaizen's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: Nebraska
Posts: 459
Likes: 0
Received 2 Likes on 2 Posts
Default

I use this stuff. If they are in really bad shape I actually wet sand them with 2000 grit sandpaper, and this stuff polishes all the sanding scratches right out.
Amazon.com: Zephyr Pro-40 Metal Polish (32 oz): Automotive Amazon.com: Zephyr Pro-40 Metal Polish (32 oz): Automotive
Old 03-22-14, 03:40 PM
  #3  
dorkacho
Lexus Champion
Thread Starter
iTrader: (5)
 
dorkacho's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: CA
Posts: 2,262
Likes: 0
Received 4 Likes on 4 Posts
Default

thanks! do you just wash it with soap and water first, then apply the metal polish then rinse it down?
Old 03-22-14, 03:45 PM
  #4  
tboo72
Driver
 
tboo72's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: Texas
Posts: 100
Received 1 Like on 1 Post
Default

Originally Posted by dorkacho
thanks! do you just wash it with soap and water first, then apply the metal polish then rinse it down?
Pretty much. The polish is like a rubbing compound so rub it in good.
Old 03-22-14, 05:45 PM
  #5  
minato
Pole Position
iTrader: (1)
 
minato's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Can
Posts: 379
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/aut...-cleaning.html

I use autosol metal polish
Old 03-22-14, 06:46 PM
  #6  
tmf2004
5% Club. Killing it!!!
iTrader: (15)
 
tmf2004's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: FL
Posts: 21,942
Received 63 Likes on 61 Posts
Default

there some good YouTube videos from CG on cleaning exhaust
Old 03-23-14, 12:04 AM
  #7  
dorkacho
Lexus Champion
Thread Starter
iTrader: (5)
 
dorkacho's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: CA
Posts: 2,262
Likes: 0
Received 4 Likes on 4 Posts
Default

thanks so much guys ! i'll look into it
Old 03-23-14, 09:40 AM
  #8  
Gville350
Moderator
iTrader: (10)
 
Gville350's Avatar
 
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: South Carolina
Posts: 11,568
Likes: 0
Received 430 Likes on 384 Posts
Default

If you wash your car weekly, like me, just make sure to get the tips with your car wash fluid of choice. I never have enough build-up to worry about using any more harsh products than the usual soap/water.
Old 03-28-14, 12:39 PM
  #9  
dorkacho
Lexus Champion
Thread Starter
iTrader: (5)
 
dorkacho's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2011
Location: CA
Posts: 2,262
Likes: 0
Received 4 Likes on 4 Posts
Default

oh, i don't have the luxury to wash it weekly maybe that's why! ~
Old 03-28-14, 02:20 PM
  #10  
azfsprt
Pole Position
iTrader: (4)
 
azfsprt's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: CA
Posts: 314
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes on 0 Posts
Default

I use eagle one never dull. It has a bundle of cotton soaked in that stuff its great.
Wipe the tips with the neverdull and then wait for it to dry and wipe off with a soft cloth (with water if you want to add extra shine and dry after).

Its super cheap and the fact that it is soaked in cotton, it is on good material that wont scratch your tips (if you are that ****).:P
Old 03-29-14, 01:14 AM
  #11  
firelikeiy
Intermediate
 
firelikeiy's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: AZ
Posts: 409
Received 55 Likes on 48 Posts
Default

Never dull... it's cheap and it works.
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
RaceCar350
RC - 1st Gen (2015-present)
6
06-09-17 06:56 AM
joshua28
IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013)
27
05-09-13 05:55 PM
ANCL
Automotive Care & Detailing
12
04-09-12 07:09 PM
ByoungWoo
IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013)
10
04-10-07 11:26 PM
Tranman
Automotive Care & Detailing
2
02-19-04 12:48 PM



Quick Reply: how to clean exhaust tip?



All times are GMT -7. The time now is 11:38 PM.