cleaning stuff up and removing the scratches

[wilfh]

what is everyones preffered method of cleaning stuff up and returning it to its shiny former glory?

I was wondering wether there was a simple and hopefully easy way of getting rid or scratches (or at least negating the worst of it).

I thought about wire wool or wet and dry or would this be too harsh?
any thoughts anyone.
cheers
Wilf

 

[old skool babe]

Autosol.....
They do a scratch remover as well thats not to harsh..

 

[orbeas]

Cleaning

Agree with Autosol, apply with tooth brush !!!

also duraglit for alloy

very fine wire wool for chrome

Mr Sheen for paintwork

 

[Johnsqual]

Hey,

The following have always worked quite well for me:

Chrome: aluminium/tinfoil with cola (or vinegar seems to work as well).
I have read various sources that say steel wool is not a good idea on
chrome - it will gradually destroy the top layer of chrome leaving the
nickel plating underneath exposed. The nickel plating looks shiny at first but will eventually tarnish.

Aluminium: Autosol or similar stuff seems to do a fine job

Paintwork: I usually use car polish followed by car wax. A bit extravagant
maybe but it does produce a nice shine and it goes a long way on a bike

I think Autosol do a specific scratch remover for paintwork. I would avoid using ordinary Autosol on paintwork because it is abrasive.

Good luck,

Johnny