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Cleaning rusty chrome exhaust

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Bert Patterson

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What are the best methods people have used to clean rusty pipes (chrome - specifically V&H 4-1)? Mine are pretty nasty and I don't need to get them perfect. I've been trying a few things today - tin foil and water actually seems okay, shockingly - but I want expert opinions.

Quick-glo? Has anyone tried it. Nobody carries it, but I'll order it if it works.
 
NEVER use foil on the pipes..or scotch brite pads. I use Marvels Mystery oil and Tshirt rags to remove heavy tarnish and rust. Swab it on heavy and let it set an hr or so to dissolve the crud. Scrub with more oil and rags till they are really clean. Wash with warm water and dish soap to remove the oil residue. Polish with your favorite chrome polish.

But my personal favorite for pipes is Buschs Super Shine Aluminum Polish. Does a great job in my opinion. Available at any pilot truck stop or you can order it online.

http://www.shop.buschbuffingproducts.com/Super-Shine-Aluminum-Polish-16-fl-oz-44016.htm
 
I tried foil once and it left scratches and a very misty foggy look to the chrome...never again for me.
 
SOS brand (specifically) soap pads work, too. Not Brillo pads, which scratch. If it's beyond surface rust, not much will help.
 
chuck hahn said:
I tried foil once and it left scratches and a very misty foggy look to the chrome...never again for me.
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Tin foil is a nasty nasty thing to use. A must if destruction is your desire.
Maybe we have some super industrial foil sold locally but really an internet nonsense legend spread by folks who have never used it or by mean spirited bastards bent on messing folks about.
 
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Brasso and a soft rag or, and a tooth brush. Does wonders and leaves a good protective shield.

V
 
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