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: Soot Stains on Exhaust Pipes! SiJ2000 10-11-2007, 05:44 PM All, My car is lovely and shiny..... Except for the exhaust pipes on which you can hardly see the chrome for the sooty black mess!! Anyone got any tips?? GOgg 10-11-2007, 07:02 PM Hi Simon, It always seems to happen. I clean mine when washing the car and then a good polish with metal polish to keep them like chrome. (a bit sad I suppose:rolleyes: ) There does not appear to be any way to stop it happening. Regular polishing certainly makes it very easy to come off when they do get sooty. But I have always polished the pipes so dont know if when not cleaned it is more difficult to remove. BobP 10-11-2007, 07:57 PM A quick wipe over after every journey is helpful to stop the soot getting grimed in. SoCalMan 10-11-2007, 08:07 PM Most VW's...notorious for running a bit rich. schoolhousefred 10-11-2007, 08:28 PM I think for many of our UK friends with diesel the situation is even worse? Cheers! SiJ2000 10-11-2007, 08:33 PM Didn't think of that! The TDI must be worse!!! Gavster 10-11-2007, 08:55 PM Just a thought but what about those alloy wheel protector sprays? You know the ones that are meant to stop the brake dust from sticking in the first place. I wonder if something like this would help stop the carbon sticking to the pipes? SiJ2000 10-11-2007, 08:57 PM Hmmmmmm, that's interesting... Might give that a go! schoolhousefred 10-11-2007, 09:33 PM Just a thought but what about those alloy wheel protector sprays? You know the ones that are meant to stop the brake dust from sticking in the first place. I wonder if something like this would help stop the carbon sticking to the pipes? Very astute deduction sir! Think I will try it. Thanks, Gavin. GOgg 10-12-2007, 06:46 AM Yea but their pipes are hidden anyway! SiJ2000 10-12-2007, 07:20 AM LOL, maybe I should just saw mine off! ;) pjgraham86 10-12-2007, 08:14 AM Hi Simon I have used Autosol metal polish and Meguiars All metal Polish on the twin pipes on my 2.0 TFSI Eos from day one - both do a fine job. Usually apply with kitchen roll, spread and rub then polish to a shine with a microfibre cloth. Gavin's suggestion seems a good one to me - I'll maybe try some of my Poorboys Wheel Sealant (works very well on my Chicagos) after the next application of polish. Going off topic slightly, my Eos has been in the dealership workshop since 10 September - third attempt at fixing leaks at A pillar and offside. Defective seals diagnosed and new ones eventually arrived and being fitted now. Hope it is finally sorted......getting fed up with Passat TDI - now I know DSG was the right choice for the Eos - I keep stalling the Passat like a learner !! Peter SiJ2000 10-12-2007, 10:08 AM Best of luck... I hope you get it back very soon!! Thanks for the tips! pjgraham86 10-12-2007, 01:24 PM No worries Simon - happy polishing !! Incidentally, I learned on the detailing forums that the various metal polishes are also good for polishing the alloys - presumably before applying the wheel sealant. Then it's simply a question of regular cleaning with your normal shampoo - Meguiars Shampoo Plus is my favourite - and a washmitt (never a sponge!!). The sealant definitely keeps the brake dust etc from sticking so easily to the wheels. Peter SiJ2000 10-12-2007, 04:55 PM Thanks for the tips :) | |