cleaning an ultra classic
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From: MONTGOMERY,AL.
RE: cleaning an ultra classic
I use all Harley products, total cycle cleaner for the engine and novus on the windshield. HD chrome cleaner is the best there is. And use a air force blaster instead of a leaf blower. the filtered air and hot air makes a world of difference.
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RE: cleaning an ultra classic
If you can find it, "Yachtbrite" works on all surfaces and comes in a stubby enough can to stash just about anywhere. Stuff it in an old tube sock and you can fold it over almost twice.
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RE: cleaning an ultra classic
For the wash I just use any ole good quality soap.
Heard dishwashing soap with jet dry works good (no spots),
but never tried it.
I towel dry most of it.
Move the bike forward a little and sit down and polish the chrome
and listen to some tunes.
Used to have the girlfriend help. But kept getting distracted (you know how it is).
If I'm in a big hurry, the carwash!
Heard dishwashing soap with jet dry works good (no spots),
but never tried it.
I towel dry most of it.
Move the bike forward a little and sit down and polish the chrome
and listen to some tunes.
Used to have the girlfriend help. But kept getting distracted (you know how it is).
If I'm in a big hurry, the carwash!
Cruiser
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 177
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From: Conroe, TX
RE: cleaning an ultra classic
Mr Clean here also with a leaf blower and final touch up with microfiber towels.
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RE: cleaning an ultra classic
I would stay away from dishwashing soaps, especially Dawn and it will strip your wax off. I use Zaino wax on my Trans Am and in the instructionsfortheir claybarthey specifically instruct you to use Dawn to strip off the wax.
ORIGINAL: choochoo
For the wash I just use any ole good quality soap.
Heard dishwashing soap with jet dry works good (no spots),
but never tried it.
I towel dry most of it.
Move the bike forward a little and sit down and polish the chrome
and listen to some tunes.
Used to have the girlfriend help. But kept getting distracted (you know how it is).
If I'm in a big hurry, the carwash!
For the wash I just use any ole good quality soap.
Heard dishwashing soap with jet dry works good (no spots),
but never tried it.
I towel dry most of it.
Move the bike forward a little and sit down and polish the chrome
and listen to some tunes.
Used to have the girlfriend help. But kept getting distracted (you know how it is).
If I'm in a big hurry, the carwash!
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From: St George, UT
RE: cleaning an ultra classic
car wash and a chamois towel. HD chrome polish sometimes. If you rinse with soft water, just wipe it off. I use AstroShield glaze. Microfiber towels clean best in between washes.