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Old 06-04-2009, 09:32 PM
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So I got a new Begi turbo heat shield turbine heat shield and their radiator panel and I also have a few interior pieces all made of brushed aluminum. What's the best way to clean and maintain it all?
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It usually just wipes clean for me. If I want to knock off the water spots and fingerprints, I'll grab some windex or similar. Try not to clean it when it's warm.
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That's what I'm trying to get rid of, the damn water spots.
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Never dull works great, but idk if its good on brushed aluminum
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+1 for Never Dull. That works well and so does Mothers AL polish.

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a scotch brite pad.
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WD40 and then wipe it off with a paper towell
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Originally Posted by jayc72
a scotch brite pad.
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This is what Corky uses. Just make sure you wipe in the same direction as the "grain" on the piece you are cleaning...

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