what to use to clean between words and,or emblems without scratching the paint

[chrisalvarez]

I was wondering what brushes or other options To clean in between words and emblems without scratching. I've seen some people use various brushes including tooth brushes. But I'm wondering what will and will not scratch. Any and all feedback is appreciated

[BillE]

Re: what to use to clean between words and,or emblems without scratching the paint

Q-Tips really work well. Maybe I should say, works well for me.

Bill

[jfelbab]

Re: what to use to clean between words and,or emblems without scratching the paint

I use a shaving brush. It's made of boars hair and is pretty effective at removing crud.

[chrisalvarez]

Re: what to use to clean between words and,or emblems without scratching the paint

Thanks guys both are inexpensive and I will try both thanks again

[rickylexus250]

Re: what to use to clean between words and,or emblems without scratching the paint

I use a synthetic paint brush from the hardware store (not cheap but much cheaper then a detailer's brush) Mine is round and able to get into the badge crevices. I also going to get another one for wheels only.

[The Guz]

Re: what to use to clean between words and,or emblems without scratching the paint

I use one of these.

http://www.autogeek.net/lug-nut-brush.html

To remove any caked on wax from letters or emblems I use the rubber end of these. The brush end I use to clean trim pieces.

http://www.autogeek.net/mothers-detail-brush-set.html

[chrisalvarez]

Re: what to use to clean between words and,or emblems without scratching the paint

I use one of these.

http://www.autogeek.net/lug-nut-brush.html

To remove any caked on wax from letters or emblems I use the rubber end of these. The brush end I use to clean trim pieces.
http://www.autogeek.net/mothers-detail-brush-set.html

Thank you

[Psynx]

Steam by far the most effective and you don't really touch the paint

[chrisalvarez]

Re: what to use to clean between words and,or emblems without scratching the paint

Steam by far the most effective and you don't really touch the paint

Nice. What type of steamer do you suggest? I need one anyway but don't know of a decent one. I.e performance and price

[ClearlyCoated]

Re: what to use to clean between words and,or emblems without scratching the paint

I use this sucker



Seriously. The small diameter Simoniz polisher does a decent job of getting into the emblems

[davey g-force]

Re: what to use to clean between words and,or emblems without scratching the paint

I use this sucker



Seriously. The small diameter Simoniz polisher does a decent job of getting into the emblems

How long do the batteries last on those things?

[chrisalvarez]

Re: what to use to clean between words and,or emblems without scratching the paint

How long do the batteries last on those things?

Yes and where can one be purchased

[ClearlyCoated]

Re: what to use to clean between words and,or emblems without scratching the paint

How long do the batteries last on those things?

I use rechargeable batteries for everything. I can use this little simoniz detailer 2-3 times on my car before the batteries start to run down.

Yes and where can one be purchased

It's part of a discontinued kit called Simoniz Scratch Repair. You might be able to find them on eBay or try to google a search for the kit. I think I bought mine from Big Lots

[chrisalvarez]

Re: what to use to clean between words and,or emblems without scratching the paint

I use rechargeable batteries for everything. I can use this little simoniz detailer 2-3 times on my car before the batteries start to run down.

It's part of a discontinued kit called Simoniz Scratch Repair. You might be able to find them on eBay or try to google a search for the kit. I think I bought mine from Big Lots

Thanks I will check it out. I also bought some different brushes to get in there. Including wheel woolies. They're fantastic for wheels and barrels but they now come with a 1 inch woolie so I'll see if it helps with the emblems