How To Clean And Polish Stainless Steel Exhaust

Now the stainless steel exhaust pipes on my BMW R1200RT needed.

How to clean and polish stainless steel exhaust. Never do it on hot pipes always cold He says it can be used to clean all oxidation on stainless steel and chrome. Heres the key to cleaning STAINLESS STEEL exhaust headers with bad bluing NOT CHROME. Wait 2 to 4 hours for the exhaust to dry.

Most of it eventually burned off but I sort of made a mess trying to clean off the residue using 320 grit wetdry paper. A popular way to safely clean chrome or stainless steel exhaust tips is by using a dedicated exhaust cleaner followed by automotive-grade steel wool and a metal polish you can apply with a clean microfiber towel. Get a clean cloth and start cleaning the internal exhaust pipe.

Provided you use a good product Bar Keepers friend is popular and very effective and youre willing to do the hard work you can. Once through dry the exhaust header thoroughly with an unused cloth or rag. Use the wheel brush with the degreaser to get as deep into the exhaust pipe as you can.

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There are two main types of motorcycle exhaust pipes. Letting the headers go back to ambient temperature. Clean with a cloth and soapy water to remove major gunk and grime using an old toothbrush to clean hard to reach spots.

Ensure personal protective equipment is worn in accordance with occupational health and safety guidelines. I picked it up on Craigslist for 250 which seemed like a great price at the. The degreaser will act to break up interior carbon deposits and rust.