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Old Nov 21, 2011 | 10:26 AM
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o.k first time in the rain on badbob, what do you clean the dirt stains on the wrinkle black engine without breakin out the hose? I`ve never had to clean one of these yet and its too cold to be spraying water lol
 
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o.k first time in the rain on badbob, what do you clean the dirt stains on the wrinkle black engine without breakin out the hose? I`ve never had to clean one of these yet and its too cold to be spraying water lol
I use the hose still untill it is below freezing. Spray it down, soap it up with warm soapy water and a soft bristle brush on the engine, spray it back off, then i use my electric leaf blower to blow most of the water off. Hand dry the rest with microfiber, if you are getting ready to store for the winter, follow up with S100 engine brightener or Pig Spit once dry
 
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I spray em with WD40 and blow it off with an air gun. Then wipe it down with a shop rag. Looks great and quick to complete the job.
 
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I use the pig spit it works great
 
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I just don't clean mine - looks better that way
I think I've only washed mine like twice this year!
 
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I spray em with WD40 and blow it off with an air gun. Then wipe it down with a shop rag. Looks great and quick to complete the job.
+1 except I dont have an air gun. just spray and wipe.
 
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The only time I clean the wrinkle in when I mess up and get wax on it then I use an industrial cleaner and a tooth brush and wipe it dry.
Try not to use hose allot.
A simple wipe down after you get back from the rain works wonders.
Quick shot of air if you have it. Mostly it's the aluminum that will spot quickly.
 
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