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« on: September 10, 2011, 06:47:00 AM » |
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Hi all,
Waiting for new bushings to finish rebuilding forks. While the bike is up on the lift in the garage I figured I would clean areas now more accessible without forks and wheel in place. I can't use hose in garage. Is there a spray product that is good for cleaning or just a bowl with hot water, car wash soap and a nylon scrubbie sponge? Thanks again. Brad
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donaldcc
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« Reply #1 on: September 10, 2011, 09:27:21 AM » |
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What about Lemon Pledge and microfiber cloth?  |
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Don
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« Reply #2 on: September 10, 2011, 01:52:01 PM » |
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+1 on Pledge... been using it for years.
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VegasF6
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« Reply #3 on: September 10, 2011, 02:30:42 PM » |
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Pledge for the painted surfaces, or Honda cleaner, or any of the spray on detailer products (there is a meguiar product I like called quik detailer) but for metal surfaces with bad road grime you are probably going to need more than that, huh? I like Autozone's purple power. Gunk foamy engine bright. For the most severe areas you can use oven cleaner. If you resort to that, consider Greased Lightning I don't think it contains lye like other cleaners. Double check that though. Despite that fact, they still tell you not to spray it on aluminum. And yet, an awful lot of people do exactly that to remove anodizing. I have stripped a couple of flashlights that way myself  Anyone have a recomendation for a silicone free cleaner for rubber and vinyl? I bought one once that was advertised for aircraft blah blah, something like p2p can't quite remember the name. But it was expensive. I have always heard not to use armor all, but I thought it was due to it being a petroleum distalate. I just found this on the web : Does Armor All® Car Wash Concentrate contain wax, silicone, ammonia or petroleum distillates? Armor All® Car Wash Concentrate does not contain any of these ingredients. So, is Armor all ok then?? |
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The Anvil
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« Reply #4 on: September 10, 2011, 03:51:57 PM » |
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I wouldn't start with Pledge or a "speed deatiler". Those things make for a great finish, but they're not designed to remove grime, especially the stuff you'll find under a bike. Start off by removing the road grime with a little dish detergent and hot water. Just sponge it on, lightly scrub and rinse it off with clear water. If you come across any road tar then use iso alcohol or paint thinner to get off the really tough stuff. Let it dry and then use something to shine and protect.
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YoungPUP
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« Reply #5 on: September 10, 2011, 06:46:41 PM » |
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JaxWax Super Citrus. Spray it on, wash the painted areas with your method of choice, and then rinse off with the rest of the bike. Great for road grime etc. Use it for my yearly end of the season wash. No scrubbing needed. Not even the bugs. I buy mine from a local vendor, but you can get it at JaxWax.com ( No affiliation, gain, etc.etc.etc.)
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olddog1946
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« Reply #6 on: September 11, 2011, 11:18:19 AM » |
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Purple power is a great cleaner,,,buy it a Wally world, in the 2.5 gal container..best thing I ever found for taking off tar is Mayonnaise, works better than any commercially available product I have ever found and won't hurt paint, though I am not sure what it does to your stomach..
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YoungPUP
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« Reply #7 on: September 11, 2011, 11:42:32 AM » |
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The scary thing is that someone actually thought to try mayonaise as a tar remover.....  |
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VegasF6
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« Reply #8 on: September 11, 2011, 12:23:53 PM » |
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Hah. For some reason Mayonnaise is one of those old home remedy type cleaners for ink, tar, gum, etc. That, and hairspray.
Despite my having recommended purple power cleaner, I did find a post where someone said it left a permanent discoloration on all aluminum parts on his bike, so if you do use it, double check the label first. Maybe you wouldn't want to try it after all. It sure works good on clothes though.
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« Reply #9 on: September 11, 2011, 12:42:09 PM » |
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Have used purple power at work on my rig for years, just don't use it straight on aluminum, mix it with water. Don't know the ratio, the shop premixes it for us.
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The Anvil
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« Reply #10 on: September 11, 2011, 04:06:37 PM » |
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Mayo has a lot of vinegar in it which is a good solvent but it sticks to vertical surfaces. Kinda smart when you think about it.
I can't vouch directly for JaxWax but I've used a few citrus based cleaners and they work very well. I also like Simple Green.
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Boxer rebellion, the Holy Child. They all pay their rent.
But none together can testify to the rhythm of a road well bent.
Saddles and zip codes, passports and gates, the Jones' keep.
In August the water is trickling, in April it's furious deep.
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