Stain from hell
- manxgraham
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Stain from hell
Anyone got an idea of how to remove a stain from hell on my downpipes?
I use a damp blue microfiber cloth to wipe the bugs off my visor and tuck it behind my clocks when riding. Recently it fell down through the fairing and came to rest on my downpipes, where it melted and has left a stain from hell which I can't remove. I tried WD40, petrol, white spirit and hammerite thinners so far.....but non of them will act as a solvent to remove it. The cloth was made up of 80% Polyester and 20% Polyamid.....for the technically minded. Any ideas on what may remove it?
I use a damp blue microfiber cloth to wipe the bugs off my visor and tuck it behind my clocks when riding. Recently it fell down through the fairing and came to rest on my downpipes, where it melted and has left a stain from hell which I can't remove. I tried WD40, petrol, white spirit and hammerite thinners so far.....but non of them will act as a solvent to remove it. The cloth was made up of 80% Polyester and 20% Polyamid.....for the technically minded. Any ideas on what may remove it?
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Re: Stain from hell
I would try getting the pipes red hot see if the stain burns off and the colour comes back or get new ones and sell yours
Re: Stain from hell
Brasso metal polish.
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Re: Stain from hell
Coca cola not cheap stuff give that a whirl
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- rumpoldstilskin
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Re: Stain from hell
Depends what your downpipes are really?
Chromed
Steel
Stainless
Ti
Brushed stainless
Chromed
Steel
Stainless
Ti
Brushed stainless
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Titanium
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Re: Stain from hell
The pipes are titanium and have a patch of melted plastic cloth on them. I was hoping to find a solvent to wipe it off with, but so far nothing I have tried will remove it.
Re: Stain from hell
Can you not get down pipes nice and hot so the plastic gets soft again and then try wiping with a cloth, and soapy water
Becareful what you are using as I'm sure there are certain chemicals that will damage titanium
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Becareful what you are using as I'm sure there are certain chemicals that will damage titanium
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Re: Stain from hell
Quill exhausts recommend using Mr muscle window cleaner with added vinegar after being wiped down with thinners. Tried it loads and it works a treat might be worth a try