Best way to clean tail pipes?

steve02492 · 05-19-2008, 07:28 AM

Hi everyone,

I'm wondering if anyone has found a really effective way to clean turbo dust off of the tail pipes on the 335i. I am thinking that there must a good solvent out there that will remove this without too much rubbing or scratching, but I really haven't found it yet. Thoughts?

Mojave335i · 05-19-2008, 08:25 AM

I would think you would get better response in a different forum. I have not found anything in particular that works except work. Each week when I wash the car I take a clean towel and remove the dust off the pipes. Sometimes I do it mid week if I notice build up.

TofuTurkey · 05-19-2008, 08:32 AM

I use Mothers Mag & Aluminum Polish, seems to work without too much elbow grease needed

It's a paste though, not a liquid...

BK · 05-19-2008, 10:10 AM

"Turbo dust"

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Mothers Chrome Polish also works well and comes in a liquid. Use 000 steel wool on the inside of the pipes, a cotton rag without nap on the outside (I use an old soft t-shirt on the outside). You can make them look new again.

jonerik26 · 05-19-2008, 10:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TofuTurkey

I use Mothers Mag & Aluminum Polish, seems to work without too much elbow grease needed

It's a paste though, not a liquid...

+1 once applied it pretty much makes everytime after cleaning it off easier...

E90Brian · 05-19-2008, 12:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BK

"Turbo dust"

.

Mothers Chrome Polish also works well and comes in a liquid. Use 000 steel wool on the inside of the pipes, a cotton rag without nap on the outside (I use an old soft t-shirt on the outside). You can make them look new again.

+1 on both counts. Is turbo dust anything like fairy dust?

steve02492 · 05-19-2008, 02:53 PM

Thanks guys! I knew someone would have experience with this. Mother's Mag and Aluminum polish seems to be a good place to start

AWD Addict · 05-19-2008, 02:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TofuTurkey

I use Mothers Mag & Aluminum Polish, seems to work without too much elbow grease needed

It's a paste though, not a liquid...

That's the best I've used.

TheAcAvenger · 05-19-2008, 03:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AWD Addict

That's the best I've used.

Thats what I use as well

oneshare325 · 05-19-2008, 04:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BK

"Turbo dust"

.

Mothers Chrome Polish also works well and comes in a liquid. Use 000 steel wool on the inside of the pipes, a cotton rag without nap on the outside (I use an old soft t-shirt on the outside). You can make them look new again.

Great advice! +1 on the steel wool! MF works well with chrome polishes too...

Dwn2earth610 · 05-26-2008, 12:32 AM

no joke when im at work and we arent busy i use sysco grill and oven cleaner... its very powerful. wear gloves if you use it tho lol it will literally burn the skin off your hands.

L~R~G nor cal · 05-26-2008, 03:10 AM

I like to:

1. Push a towel back into the pipe to ensure you do not get water into the pipe. If you get water back there, then you will get the Smokey pipes. Then get a long set of thin pliers to grab and pull the towels out when finished
.
2. Wash with a aggressive soap like CWG, CWC, or Dawn

3. Clay

4. Bring out the steel wool and I like to keep it lubed with some cheap liquid wax. This step is just used on the inside of the tips and you want to just get the tough spots.

5. Polish with chrome/metal polish like Mothers Chrome Polish (Surprisingly Mothers Chrome Polish is great stuff. I mean for OTC it works great and I have yet to find a job it can not tackle. Just make sure you shake it up a bit.)

6. Seal

I find that if you seal after you polish it keeps the pipes clean--longer. Also with my Dinan tips they seem to go "gold" after I drive hard and heat them up, or if I just let them get really dirty. If I just polish them, within a week I have the same "gold" pipes. This time around I sealed them with JetSeal109 and let it cure for a night before I buffed it out, and WOW. Now its been a month and they are the cleanest part of my car. Also I find it interesting how it helps them from turning gold in color. I want to not touch the pipes to see exactly how long it will protect them from the gold color caused by heat, to see exactly how good JetSeal is at protecting. I mean we all know it is the best looking sealant out now, but not the longest lasting for sure. You never know, it might do a better job on metal than it does on paint.

Weaselboy · 05-26-2008, 12:11 PM

I use Bar Keepers Friend. It is a stainless steel cleanser sold primarily for cleaning stainless steel pots and pans. Takes off all the black soot stains with a damp rag and a little of the product sprinkled on the rag. Works well without scratching.

orionredwing · 05-27-2008, 11:32 AM

Blue Magic works great and is a great alternative to Mother's Mag and Al Polish.

LENELSA · 05-27-2008, 11:49 AM

BOM'S
http://bikecleaner.com/

BayerischeMW · 05-28-2008, 12:36 AM

how is CG Extreme metal shine polish & protection?

05-19-2008, 07:28 AM	#1
steve02492 Private 12 Rep 66 Posts Drives: 2007 335i coupe Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Boston, MA iTrader: (0)	Best way to clean tail pipes? Hi everyone, I'm wondering if anyone has found a really effective way to clean turbo dust off of the tail pipes on the 335i. I am thinking that there must a good solvent out there that will remove this without too much rubbing or scratching, but I really haven't found it yet. Thoughts? __________________ 2007 335i, September 2006 build date, Sparkling Graphite, Creme Beige, Sport Package, Steptronic, Paddle Shifters, Cold Weather Package, Comfort Access, Logic 7 Sound System.
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Mojave335i Enlisted Member 0 Rep 45 Posts Drives: 2008 335i Sedan Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Lexington, KY iTrader: (0)	I would think you would get better response in a different forum. I have not found anything in particular that works except work. Each week when I wash the car I take a clean towel and remove the dust off the pipes. Sometimes I do it mid week if I notice build up.
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TofuTurkey Gobble gobbledygook 5 Rep 287 Posts Drives: 08 335xi Coupe Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: North Jersey iTrader: (0)	I use Mothers Mag & Aluminum Polish, seems to work without too much elbow grease needed It's a paste though, not a liquid...
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BK Smiling politely 179 Rep 7,931 Posts Drives: 330i Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Washington DC iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 330i [9.00]	"Turbo dust" . Mothers Chrome Polish also works well and comes in a liquid. Use 000 steel wool on the inside of the pipes, a cotton rag without nap on the outside (I use an old soft t-shirt on the outside). You can make them look new again. __________________ E90 330i Black Sapphire 6MT \| 991.1 C4 Platinum Silver 7MT
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steve02492 Private 12 Rep 66 Posts Drives: 2007 335i coupe Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Boston, MA iTrader: (0)	Thanks guys! I knew someone would have experience with this. Mother's Mag and Aluminum polish seems to be a good place to start __________________ 2007 335i, September 2006 build date, Sparkling Graphite, Creme Beige, Sport Package, Steptronic, Paddle Shifters, Cold Weather Package, Comfort Access, Logic 7 Sound System.
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Dwn2earth610 avant-garde 19 Rep 124 Posts Drives: to work everyday Join Date: May 2008 Location: jersey iTrader: (0)	no joke when im at work and we arent busy i use sysco grill and oven cleaner... its very powerful. wear gloves if you use it tho lol it will literally burn the skin off your hands.
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L~R~G nor cal Perfection Is In The Details 70 Rep 1,044 Posts Drives: 06 E90 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sacramento, CA iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 325i [0.00]	I like to: 1. Push a towel back into the pipe to ensure you do not get water into the pipe. If you get water back there, then you will get the Smokey pipes. Then get a long set of thin pliers to grab and pull the towels out when finished . 2. Wash with a aggressive soap like CWG, CWC, or Dawn 3. Clay 4. Bring out the steel wool and I like to keep it lubed with some cheap liquid wax. This step is just used on the inside of the tips and you want to just get the tough spots. 5. Polish with chrome/metal polish like Mothers Chrome Polish (Surprisingly Mothers Chrome Polish is great stuff. I mean for OTC it works great and I have yet to find a job it can not tackle. Just make sure you shake it up a bit.) 6. Seal I find that if you seal after you polish it keeps the pipes clean--longer. Also with my Dinan tips they seem to go "gold" after I drive hard and heat them up, or if I just let them get really dirty. If I just polish them, within a week I have the same "gold" pipes. This time around I sealed them with JetSeal109 and let it cure for a night before I buffed it out, and WOW. Now its been a month and they are the cleanest part of my car. Also I find it interesting how it helps them from turning gold in color. I want to not touch the pipes to see exactly how long it will protect them from the gold color caused by heat, to see exactly how good JetSeal is at protecting. I mean we all know it is the best looking sealant out now, but not the longest lasting for sure. You never know, it might do a better job on metal than it does on paint. __________________ 2006 E90 SG-Dinan Ram Air Intake-Dinan Throttle Body-Dinan Exhaust-19' Hyperblack CSL's-15/5 tint-Matte Black Grills-M3 Spoiler Lip-Amber Delete-Smoke Side Signals
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Weaselboy Major 81 Rep 1,295 Posts Drives: 2024 M340i Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: California iTrader: (0)	I use Bar Keepers Friend. It is a stainless steel cleanser sold primarily for cleaning stainless steel pots and pans. Takes off all the black soot stains with a damp rag and a little of the product sprinkled on the rag. Works well without scratching.
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