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    Cleaning Tailpipes On MKVI GTI

    Hi All

    New to the forums here and hoping for some advice on cleaning my precious GTI.

    I have let the tailpipes get a tad too dirty and am now having trouble getting them clean and like new. The grot is really caked on there and i just cant get it off.

    Any suggestions for a good cleaning product that will help me get them shining again?

    Thanks in advance

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    You need an abrasive metal polish, such as Autosol. Add elbow grease, should come up a treat!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Stuwey View Post
    You need an abrasive metal polish, such as Autosol. Add elbow grease, should come up a treat!
    Thanks Mate

    Will give it a go

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    I use a very fine steel mesh and WD40. Works a charm.
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    Purple Metal Polish.

    Great stuff.
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    I used methol on mine
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    I use Mothers Chrome polish, it's very effective and a little goes a long way.
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    Mothers Chrome Polish
    Purple Metal Polish (my favourite)
    Flitz Polish Paste
    Autosol Liquid Polish

    You want to use something that is not too abrasive as you are only maintaining.

    The 4 listed above is what i'd recommend. But remember they would be a "one" off purchase, something you would keep for an incredibly long time as so little is only needed always.
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    +1 for the mothers chrome polish. A light regular polish will keep them shiny

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    Purple is definitely the way to go, a lot better than Autosol

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