Filthy fenders clean up recipes

[samwise]

Our fenders are in a bit of a state. Scuffed, scraped and discoloured. Any ideas for cleaning them up a bit without stripping off the glaze? I have had a bit of success with meths, but is there a better solution? I can't bear to consider fender socks!

 

[Stork_III]

Our fenders are in a bit of a state. Scuffed, scraped and discoloured. Any ideas for cleaning them up a bit without stripping off the glaze? I have had a bit of success with meths, but is there a better solution? I can't bear to consider fender socks!

Cif then polish.

 

[Humblebee]

Cif then polish.

Agreed. Never liked fender socks, they get wet and soak everything else if you put them in a locker.

 

[nickfabbri]

Nail varnish removing pads. Works a dream, doesnt strip the glaze either

 

[bobgoode]

Bleach but rinse well afterwards

 

[rudolph_hart]

Fairy Power Spray.

 

[SvenglishTommy]

Nail varnish removing pads. Works a dream, doesnt strip the glaze either

Isn't that just acetone?

 

[chrisbailey]

Acetone always works well for me

 

[Whitty]

Cillit Bang.

 

[longjohnsilver]

Toluene is supposed to be good, if you can find it!!

 

[RivalRedwing]

swarfega + a kitchen sponge / plastic scourer, rinse off afterwards.

 

[rivonia]

Hi we have 16 fenders and they were FILTHY. We tried bleach,cif,cillit bang and washing powder=Non worked and it was VERY hard work. I then got very fine wet and dry using lots of clean fresh water and the result = They all look look new. We gave them a good polish after.

Good luck

Peter

 

[Wunja]

My normal routine:

Step 1. Remove manky fender from skip and check for punctures. Put in back of car and take home.
Step 2: Use the jet wash.

Note, these fenders are green and slimy and it is many years since they have had a glaze on them!

 

[rafiki_]

I give mine a good jiffing with Cif once a season.

 

[CET1]

Magic sponge from poundland works for us. also works on grp, stainless etc.