cleaning headers

[JDM_civicEG]

whats the best way to clean headers without taking them off?

[racerdave]

You are suposed to clean them with alcohol before you install them and heat them up. What headers do you have? What type of finish?

[KAUAI KANE]

HEADER not headers

[racerdave]

whatever, "Header"

[CivicSiRacer]

http://www.finishfirstpolish.com

I used it on my A'PEXi GT headers and it came out like a mirror even took off some of the burned in hand prints.

[JDM_civicEG]

You are suposed to clean them with alcohol before you install them and heat them up. What headers do you have? What type of finish?

Hahaha...my B...I mean how do I clean my stock exhuast manifold?...and whats the best way to do it?.....I would get a header but I have no money oh well....

[alphaxxn]

Hahaha...my B...I mean how do I clean my stock exhuast manifold?...and whats the best way to do it?.....I would get a header but I have no money oh well....

There is really no good ways with the stock exhaust manifold.. its just cast iron.. itll look like crap.

[94civicEX]

Yea, stock manifolds look like poop. The best way to clean them is by covering them up with the heatshield .

[Kai]

A good sanding an a couple coats of high temp black paint on the stock heat sheild makes the engine look minty again.

[Nelson]

Eagle One:


Polishing metal is no easy task. However, with these simple and effective tips, the task can be made less laborious: When polishing aluminum, speed instead of pressure is key. Apply metal polishes with a brisk motion instead of increased pressure. This will yield better results with no scratching. For removal of hard water spots from aluminum wheels, use a mixture of vinegar and water (mixed 1:1). Wipe the mixture on the surface and allow to set for 30 seconds. Wash clean and reapply until spots are gone. For routine cleaning of metal, try using 20/20 Perfect Vision Auto Glass Cleaner for a final wipe. The cleaners will produce unsurpassed shine without streaking. Dr. Wen-Chen Su, Technical Director, Eagle One, advises, "When polishing aluminum, you should see a significant amount of black appear on your rag. If you do not see this, stop. The surface is clear coated and a paint polish should be used."

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[racerdave]

Also, any brand of silver polish kicks ass when you use it to polish aluminum wheels. Also Be carefull, some wheels have a clear coat on them...