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When it comes to the exhaust, not only the sound is important, it should also look good. Many prefer polished to a mirror finish tailpipes, which can be found in accessory shops and often on new cars ex works. But so that the shine does not fade too quickly, the good piece should be cleaned regularly to be cared for. Although nowadays stainless steel is usually used by the manufacturer for the exhaust pipe, it still has to be cared for in order for the tailpipe to retain its old shine for a long time. And it is often possible to bring a shine back to surfaces that have become dull over the years. Incidentally, a rusty exhaust pipe is not just a visual problem. Corroded material can permanently damage the exhaust and also the suspension. It is therefore advisable to occasionally check the exhaust for rust. You can do minor damage repair quickly and easily.
Rust can be removed!
Attention: Does not apply to chrome tailpipes! Is Rust available on the exhaust, then a rust remover in combination with some sandpaper is usually sufficient. You should also include the repaired area after editing zinc spray or a special one exhaust paint treat and the service life is extended. When an exhaust system rusts, it often leads to loud and unpleasant noises. This can often result in a traffic stop Fines (€) to lead. Another unpleasant effect, especially in times of high energy prices, can be increased fuel consumption be. And the TÜV classifies a functionally impaired exhaust as a "significant defect". You will then not receive a badge. In the worst case, a severely corroded tailpipe can even end up on the street and endanger traffic. But with the right care, you can dem Repair tuning undergo.
Cleaning the exhaust system!
Attention: Also applies to chrome tailpipes! It is recommended, if possible, to use the exhaust system for the following steps to expand. The first step is a thorough cleaning of the entire system (if expanded). This protects the following polishing process from scratches caused by dirt particles on the surface. Can the expansion not take place, then should advance the rear silencer on the vehicle should be cleaned as best as possible. After cleaning, the rust stains get to the collar. That can be done with a proven Home Remedies, this is a coke or vinegar soaked rag, universal cleaners for car care or with special rust removers (if suitable for chromed surfaces) take place. The corroded areas are treated with very fine sandpaper (1000-2000 grit). Expensive cleaning agents from specialist shops are not necessarily required for cleaning. Have also proven themselves wheel cleaner or Oven spray. Incidentally, the inside of the pipe can be equipped with a wire brush or one hollow scraper getting cleaned. Stubborn rust stains can also be carefully removed wadding polish be removed.
This is how you make every exhaust shine
For the perfect shine have Polishing attachments for drills , or Dremel well proven. You can buy these at any hardware store. It's quicker and easier to use a professional steel polish. This is best applied with a microfiber cloth. If you combine both methods, you will get an even better result.
Powder coating or chrome plating
You can see the cleaned exhaust further treatment, By chroming or powder coating the exhaust system not only improves the visual appearance, but also the protection against corrosion. However, these are relatively expensive processes that can only be carried out by specialists in special companies.
summary information on polishing the tailpipe:
- often are diverse Falling rocks (small dots), visible swirls (from previous cleaning actions) and Corrosion (often white spots).
- also burned in soot, Rust or irreparable Damage of the chrome surface due to the thermal and chemical processes may be present
- similar to one paint treatment should be the target surface advance be cleaned well (you can achieve something with an all-purpose cleaner) - if necessary help with a detailing brush or brush
- then with water wash off and dry to let
- Auch cleaning clay or a combination of RUST FILM REMOVER and tar redeemer can be used
- now polishing with one metal polish (specially formulated abrasive paste, as explicitly as possible suitable for chrome-plated surfaces)
- metal polishes can manually as well with polishing machines are processed
- Auch mini polisher or nanopolishing solutions can be used depending on the access to the tailpipe
- a hand polish should be used with a tightly woven microfiber cloth are processed
- Put a microfiber cloth over your index finger or several fingers, apply a pea-sized amount of metal polish, spread over a small area and then directly into the metal surface.rub in"
- the appearance of the treated chrome surface should now already be a visible change exhibit
- if there are stubborn thermally corroded surfaces on the exhaust, a little more paste must be used and polished more intensively (a complete restoration of the chrome layer is usually no longer possible)
- The tailpipe can be checked using a concentrated light source (LED control lamp or photo flash).
The following note is essential: For safety reasons, tuningblog recommends all repair, inspection and maintenance work exclusively to be carried out in a specialist workshop! Although our information is summarized to the best of our knowledge and belief, we cannot assume any liability for the content. All information is therefore "without guarantee".
Of course, that wasn't the end of it!
In this tuningblog category there are guides and instructions for common defects/repairs on the vehicle and for installing accessories/tuning parts. Our articles explain in a simple way common defects and the corresponding repairs and they also explain how the first signs of a defect become noticeable. In most cases, we also have initial clues to the repair instructions in our repair instructions approximate costs listed. The goal of ourAuto Repair Guide“ is to create a head start in knowledge for the next visit to the workshop with initial tips. This may save you from tedious troubleshooting and you may even be able to do small things yourself. The same applies, of course, to the installation of accessories/tuning parts. Here, too, we would like to help with the implementation with instructions and tips. There are many other posts on this as well. Below is an excerpt of the last and HERE there are all previous instructions.
