PPod Posted January 10, 2016 Posted January 10, 2016 Hi, what's the best way/products to clean burnt tips? Scared to use anything apart from warm water on them as I rubbed my last set off But warm water isn't the best as I cant get the tar spots off or the heavy dirt. Quote
ilogikal1 Posted January 10, 2016 Posted January 10, 2016 Any chemical cleaner will be fine, just avoid anything with abrassives - i.e. most metal polishes, wire wool, polishing pads, etc. For tar spots, tar remover - spray on, leave to work, rinse off. For stubborn spots, wipe over with a microfibre cloth before rinsing. For heavier dirt try an APC (all purpose cleaner - supermarket's own is as good as any other branded version, so just pick up the cheapest, but go for the liquid versions rather than the crean ones - dilte appropriately and use to wash as normal. For normal cleaning, just use soapy water after a pre-wash. The best way to keep it clean is to seal it once it's clean. Anything designed for wheels is sufficient but for ease of cleaning I'd recommend a coating but if you're willing to reapply regularly (every month or two) FK1000P is sufficient, cost effective and versatile. 1 Quote
ZeppoJeff Posted January 10, 2016 Posted January 10, 2016 I've the same problem but tips just aren't as bright and blue as they used to be. I've the invidia titanium Quote
Lexx Posted January 10, 2016 Posted January 10, 2016 Autosol Too abrasive for burnt tips. It'll take the burnt effect off over a few applications. Certainly did on my 5zigen. Quote
ZeppoJeff Posted January 10, 2016 Posted January 10, 2016 Autosol Too abrasive for burnt tips. It'll take the burnt effect off over a few applications. Certainly did on my 5zigen. I was just going to use britemax metal polish and if it comes off it comes off I'll just re burn them Quote
Lexx Posted January 10, 2016 Posted January 10, 2016 yea autosol and fine wire wool He wants to keep the burnt effect. Not scrub it off with wire wool. Quote
ilogikal1 Posted January 10, 2016 Posted January 10, 2016 I was just going to use britemax metal polish and if it comes off it comes off I'll just re burn them Also abrasive so it'll be when, not if. Just so you know. Quote
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