Cleaning Pipes

[Copper01]

I had the Cobra out the other day and, predictably, attracted a gaggle of the neighborhood boys. They all started to cluster around the car and I warned them several times about the pipes being hot, but unfortunately one of them got a little close. He wasn't burned, but his baggy nylon pants got an impressive hole and now my left header has melted nylon all over it.

Any thoughts on how to remove the melted nylon residue without also removing the ceramic coating or otherwise damaging the pipe?


Ben
Unique 427
SA 427SO w/ Toploader
Guardsman Blue w/ White Stripes

[WBofTN]

My trick is to get the pipes hot again, then wipe as much of the residue
off as possible followed up with some WD-40.
WB

'93 Unique 427/351W/4sp

[Tony Radford]

The best thing I've found for sidepipes in that metal polish wadding (can't remember the name). It comes in a tin can with a pop off top. It looks sort of like thick cotton, but it has sufficient abrasive properties to remove anything stuck to the pipes. Pep Boys sell it.

427SC, Torch Red / white stripes
427 Windsor Stroker from Southern Automotive
Delicious example of Beauty + Power.

[clayfoushee]

Although metal wadding polish available from Eagle and others is a decent product, the best stuff I've ever seen is called "Southern Shine Metal Polish." It was given to me by the local company that re-coated my ceramic sidepipes. They said it wasn't sold in stores, but is available from:

Brown Labs, Inc.
Ormand Beach, FL
(386) 677-0460
(866) 677-0460

This stuff makes aluminum look almost like chrome, and is good for virtually all other metals as well.....truly amazing stuff. I wouldn't use it on black pipes, but it makes the silver ones look new.

Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD

[pgermond]

Mothers Billet Metal Polish

Phil

427 Roadster, #4279436
Southern Automotive FE
3:31 and Toploader

Roseville (N.Cal)

[gasman]

The polish mentioned above by my brother is amazing stuff. Believe me, I've tried them all and this stuff is incredible compared to ANY other product. Phil, you'll think Mother's metal polish is like polishing with water after using this stuff. I've seen it marketed as simply "Metal Polish", by Brown Labs. Definately not sold in stores but worth the effort to find. Do as WBorTN above suggests, get the pipe as hot as it was when the nylon melted to it, wipe it off with an old tee shirt and use the polish. I've had this happen a million times on my Harley. Rain suit pants are made of the same stuff and always come in contact with side pipes on motorcycles. If there is a custom motorcycle shop in your area, you might call them to inquire about it.

Steve Foushee

[clayfoushee]

Hey Gasman.....

Good to see you back. You're overdue for a car report.

Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD

[clayfoushee]

I just called Brown Labs about the Southern Shine Polish mentioned above, since I'm about to run out. They don't generally sell retail, but said they have distributors in FL up through the Carolinas, and a few out west. Their product is now patented.

They are willing to sell by the case, 36 bottles for $180, plus $20 for shipping. I won't live long enough to use all of that, but if there is any interest, I'd being will to keep a list and sell it for my cost ($5 a bottle, plus whatever the shipping would be.) I'm sure I can sell the majority of it to our Capital Area Cobra Club members.

Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD

[eliminator]

Clay,

I am in for a bottle, will give it a try. Get it at Gadsden

Rick

[bittentoo]

Clay,
I'm in for a bottle. Bring it with you to Gadsden. No point in shipping at this date.

Kelly

[WBofTN]

I'll get one from you in Gadsden also.
WB

'93 Unique 427/351W/4sp

[clayfoushee]

OK, based upon the interest, I'll order a case. Anyone else, post your order on this thread, and I'll either bring it to Gadsden or send it to you.

I can probably sell the bulk of it to our CACC guys, but Unique owners should have special status!

Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD

[Brent]

Clay,
I want a bottle also. At Gadsden is cool.

Brent

[gasman]

Clay, I'll take four bottles. I'll post a car report in a day or two. I'm loving the car and coming up to speed on it slowly but surely.

Steve Foushee

[souzape]

Clay- I'd like a bottle. Can't make the reunion so we'll have to use USPS/UPS. Tell me how to send you a check for the polish + shipping. PHIL SOUZA

[bittentoo]

Now, I had Brent figured for multiple bottles

[clayfoushee]

Naah...Brent just needs one bottle so he can analyze the ingredients and make his own.

Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD

[Brent]

Clay you are too much.

Bitten thats a good idea.....Clay make it 4 bottles

Brent

[glenn]

Clay,
I'll take acouple bottles, and see you at homecoming.

Glenn,

[clayfoushee]

Wow...already sold half the case.

Clay

'98 Unique #9299, 427FE side oiler, top-loader (close), 3.31 rear

Annapolis, MD