Cleaning gooey exhaust pipes

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04-10-2013, 10:30 AM

tabbyfl55

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Cleaning gooey exhaust pipes

I've seen a couple of tips on the internet, but anyone here want to offer some advice on how to clean melted boot-heel off a chrome exhaust pipe?

...never mind why I ask.

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05-01-2013, 08:47 AM

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I'll make something up. You might try WD-40 and some scotchbrite or a stiff nylon bristle brush. If that fails, maybe brake cleaner?

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05-01-2013, 10:32 AM

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Bug and tar remover or Goo Gone should remove the bulk of the mess. Some chrome cleaner afterward should remove the rest.

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05-01-2013, 12:55 PM

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wd 40 and follow with blue magic metal polish cream.

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05-06-2013, 02:06 PM

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Goo Gone, WD40, maybe chain cleaner?

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05-08-2013, 06:01 AM

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Tried some Goo Gone, and to my surprise, it didn't make much of a dent in the mess. I'll try one of the other suggestions next and report back.

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05-08-2013, 09:12 AM

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I think goo gone is mostly for adhesives.. you may want to try some oven cleaner or acetone to break down the melted rubber and a plastic scraper so the chrome doesn't get scratched up. Good luck!!