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Old Nov 1, 2022 | 04:22 AM
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What everyone's favorite degreaser for to bottom build up on the frames?
 
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Old Nov 1, 2022 | 04:57 AM
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What everyone's favorite degreaser for to bottom build up on the frames?
 
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Old Nov 1, 2022 | 05:43 AM
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I use Bilt Hamber Surfex.

Most companies have APC that ought to do something. Failing that good old fashioned Gunk.
 
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Simple Green. And a toothbrush.
Pro Tip: Use your wife's toothbrush, not your own.
And the "Show Towels" to wipe it down with.
 
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I've used GUNK, a stiff parts brush and a steam cleaner.. If you don't have access to a steam cleaner then several applications of GUNK and a pressure washer should do it. Then get the frame sandblasted, wipe it down with acetone and primer it. Remember, the finish is in the prep.
 
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Optimum Power Clean seems to work pretty well.
 
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This stuff works wonders, just amazing...


 
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