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:D

[clayfoushee]

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

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 :D

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

[pgermond]

Clay,

Ditto what Phil Souza replied. I was going to call them directly, but if you have quantity you need to get rid of, let me know.... and thanks ;)

Phil

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

Roseville (N.Cal)

[clayfoushee]

No problem Phil....send me a shipping address via e-mail, and I'll return my mailing address. Only 17 of 36 left to go. They only sell it a case at a time.

Clay

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

Annapolis, MD

[pgermond]

Clay,
I sent an e-mail to your earthlink address and it bounce back [xx(]

Phil

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

Roseville (N.Cal)

[clayfoushee]

That's weird....I've gotten several others via the site tonight.

clayfoushee@earthlink.net

Clay

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

Annapolis, MD

[eliminator]

On occupations, did Brent ever make the comment about who he works for, he is actually a Rocket Engineer with Evansville Space and Research, a Division of NASA.

Rick

[Brent]

He is actually a professional jackass and VERY good at it.

Brent

[clayfoushee]

Believe it or not, I used to be a NASA scientist, just not rockets........does that make me one too?

Clay

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

Annapolis, MD

[eliminator]

Yea, you can be one too...

Rick

[bittentoo]

Are you sure you guys haven't already been practicing:D

[clayfoushee]

Sure, we're always practicing, the question is practicing what?

Clay

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

Annapolis, MD

[pgermond]

I have a rocket sled....... does that make me an astro-nut, or....? [8D]

Phil

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

Roseville (N.Cal)

[clinck]

Clay, I'll take 2 bottles. I'll send you my address in a private message.
Thanks for the tip.

Sundown

[Jeff 427]

Clay,
Count me in for a bottle. I'll pick it up at Homecoming!

Jeff

Unique 427 S/C #4279451
Southern Automotive FE406
4 Speed Toploader (wide)
3.31

[clayfoushee]

Jeff, done!

6 bottles left, 30 to Unique owners via this site, and I haven't posted on the local CACC site yet.

Clay

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

Annapolis, MD

[Brent]

Clay it looks like I'm not the only "polisher" in the forum. This sure brought the waxers out of the closet didn't it?

Brent

38 days to Gadsden!!!!!

[clayfoushee]

Brent.....you're right, and I'm proud to be one of those waxers too! Sure does look purdy sitting still! But, driving it is kinda fun too............

Clay

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

Annapolis, MD

[Copper01]

Clay,

I put the money in the mail today. I'll give you a call while I'm up in DC.


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

[pgermond]

Clay,

I don't know if you are still subscribed to this topic, but if you are - I just put that little green bottle to the test. The results, in a word - AMAZING [^]<img src=images/icon_speech_wow.gif border=0 width=23 height=15 alt=Insert Speech Icon: Wow!>

I don't know what the active ingredient is, but it sure as hell is powerful stuff [:P]

I gathered up all my Mothers and other polishing products, put them in a box, and plan on giving it to my son for his birthday ;)


Phil

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

Roseville (N.Cal)

[clayfoushee]

Phil,

I'm glad I'm not crazy, because that's what I thought. I had Mother's and all the other stuff, and this stuff just amazed me too. When I ordered the case, I talked to the owner of the company, and he wouldn't tell me anything other than he had just received his U.S. Patent. My guess is he'll go more public with this stuff at some point.

Clay

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

Annapolis, MD

[pgermond]

If he's going to issue an IPO maybe he will give Cobra owners first crack at it [8D]

If you every order another case or have surplus, keep me on your list. You can't have to much of this "shine" ;)

Phil

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

Roseville (N.Cal)

[bittentoo]

Hey Brent, We are just trying to catch up with you:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D

Can't wait for Homecoming!!!!!!!!!

[gasman]

Phil, I guess you agree with my 1st page comment that Mothers is like using water in comparison. No offense intended to any Mother's fans. This stuff is just that good....

Steve Foushee

[Brent]

Bitten,

Remember....I bought 4 bottles of the green stuff too :D:D:D

It will be hard to out "glow" your paint job :D

Brent

[bittentoo]

Yeah, that is true! If the sun is out everyone had better grab the sunglasses[8D] I still just stand back and go "WOW":D:D

But I aint liftin my hood;)

[davids2toys]

Any of this stuff still available, I am using this stuff called Wizards, I think it was formally called Quatters, I think it was a Swedish product. Very very good, but always open to trying something new,
When I bought my car it had residue of a melted bag on both side pipes.I have gotten 80% off using 000 steel wool and WD-40, presentable enough, but far from perfect

[scott h]

WOW, thanks for your effort. I will take 2 bottles. You have a lot of customers, what will be the easiest way to arrange payment and payment for you?

[Jerry Cowing]

Clay,

I'll take a bottle when you get to Gadsden.

Jer

[TurnpikeBoy]

After 4 years it's not likely Foosh has any left, boys.

[davids2toys]

After 4 years it's not likely Foosh has any left, boys.
That is why I was asking if there was any left, you just never know!

[clayfoushee]

LOL, actually I do have exactly one spare bottle left. A little goes a long way. David, I sent you an e-mail, and you can have it if you want it.

How's everyone doing here? My car is running as strong as ever, and I'm still enjoying it as much as I did when I bought it almost 5 years ago.

[pgermond]

Clay,

Doing great..... mines been on the road almost five years now and still getting out regularly. Took a 250 mile cruise on Saturday with friends - a '67 Camero and two motorcycle up to Alpine County to take in the fall colors...... and a little rain. The car is running great and gets the "thumbs up" from kids to grandma. I would post a photo, but the file is too large.

Happy to hear you are doing well.
http://www.shutterfly.com/lightbox/view.sfly?fid=6c0d9a9fb038401c3315f89dbf2f35f7
http://www.shutterfly.com/lightbox/view.sfly?fid=6c0d9a9fb038401c3315f89dbf2f35f7

[davids2toys]

LOL, actually I do have exactly one spare bottle left. A little goes a long way. David, I sent you an e-mail, and you can have it if you want it.

How's everyone doing here? My car is running as strong as ever, and I'm still enjoying it as much as I did when I bought it almost 5 years ago.

No kidding...lol.
I would love it, thanks. I never recieved an email or PM from you yet, I will be looking for it.
Thanks Again...Dave

[Naumoff]

Phil,
Are those two X's a couple of kisses for Clay or were you trying to post some pictures?:p

Hey Clay. I can see your place of work from mine.:D

[clayfoushee]

Good to hear from you Phil. Glad all is well.

Tony, we should grab lunch and catch up.:)

[Naumoff]

Good to hear from you Phil. Glad all is well.

Tony, we should grab lunch and catch up.:)

Clay, Sounds good. Call me.

[wlewis]

A few years ago, I cleaned stains off my pipes with rubbing compound. It worked well, till I rubbed through in a small spot. Is there any way to touch up jet coating?
walter

[beast]

Clay,
I would like a bottle. Will pick up at the Homecoming.

Gary:cool: