mdhc500 Posted October 22, 2008 Report Share Posted October 22, 2008 Here is my Shee after a Coal Hill trip... Also at this point I have 8-10 rides after a frame-up rebuild... I ride the woods! I use Simple Green and a Goof Off 2 in the orange bottle... Wet it down... Spray on the Simple Green heavily!!! Let is soak in... In a bucket use Simple Green to get some warm sudszy water... Wash... Lightly spray with power washer... (Filters Covered)... Use more Simple Green and the Goof Off 2 on the trouble spots... Works magic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
05.Banshee.SE Posted October 22, 2008 Report Share Posted October 22, 2008 What about restoring plastics? When brances drag along them, they cause dull "scratches." What's the best way to get my shine back? How much about would recoating a clear coat cost (if even possible?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ny98banshee350 Posted October 22, 2008 Report Share Posted October 22, 2008 What about restoring plastics? When brances drag along them, they cause dull "scratches." What's the best way to get my shine back? How much about would recoating a clear coat cost (if even possible?) they sell this thing called plastic restore... works wonders my buddies 250r plastics from 88 were soo dull we used this stuff and now they have a nice shine to them... it was like 20 bucks at our local home away from home.. quad shop! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
05.Banshee.SE Posted October 22, 2008 Report Share Posted October 22, 2008 they sell this thing called plastic restore... works wonders my buddies 250r plastics from 88 were soo dull we used this stuff and now they have a nice shine to them... it was like 20 bucks at our local home away from home.. quad shop! Thanks man, I'll take a look for it. I doubt mine are as bad as an 88s, but either way, I want my stock (and then some) shine back. :biggrin: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE GRIM RIPPER Posted October 22, 2008 Report Share Posted October 22, 2008 I got one of these at work.... AKA, no simple green needed :biggrin: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ny98banshee350 Posted October 22, 2008 Report Share Posted October 22, 2008 I got one of these at work.... AKA, no simple green needed :biggrin: that thing is BAD ASS!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rtcc Posted October 22, 2008 Report Share Posted October 22, 2008 I ride all trails but mine is pretty clean. Not perfect but you touch something you probably arent going to get grease or dirt on you. I just always wash it after a ride if there is a lot mud and then anytime I am working on it (which is alot!) nothing goes back on without being cleaned first. Hardest place is for sure the top of the engine cases, under the carbs. Even a pressure wash wont get all that out, but Im hoping to tear it down to frame this winter and then I can get a head start on that for next summer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurboBanshee420 Posted October 22, 2008 Report Share Posted October 22, 2008 just ride the ass out of it and tear it down in the fall for a clean and rebuild. Most of these guys ride sand or sandish dirt. Here in NY we have 2 kinds of riding.... dirty and filthy. Nothing is safe if you ride it the way it should be ridden. Don't be one of those pre-madonna's that spend 4 hours cleaning your bike before you go out riding, just to "look" good. I roost mud puddles on those fags remember it's an ATV, not a hotrod. spend that time saving up for something you can ride on the road if you want it to stay clean. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2001Stroker Posted October 22, 2008 Report Share Posted October 22, 2008 If you have any chrome or polished aluminum, a Mother's Powerball with Mother's Aluminum Polish and Mother's Chrome Polish. They're both in a red bottle, and are kind of a runny liquid. Buy the stuff that says that it isn't for use with the Powerball in the directions. I know, it sounds like I'm trying to set you up for failure, but it works wonders on my bike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sinisterboo Posted October 23, 2008 Report Share Posted October 23, 2008 hey AZ, you say that pic is after a ride, Where do I get one of those see thru chains you running? LOL just givin ya shit. If that was my bike it wouldnt need a chain, cuz it'd be in my living room!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stellar Performance Posted October 23, 2008 Report Share Posted October 23, 2008 lol....I knew that was gonna come up. After my last glamis trip I had a kink in the chain and I also pulled the top end to inspect the cylinders....so thats why the fuel lines are off. GOOD EYE THOUGH :thumbsup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RollinRhino Posted October 23, 2008 Report Share Posted October 23, 2008 (edited) Whenever I restore anything with plastic I use Mop and Glo to wash the shee and I don't rinse but take a dry towel and wipe it down. The plastic and metal glow when you are done. The key though is to pressure wash first to remove grime and debris. Here is my '88 CR125 after doing the deal: Once I restore that pipe this winter that bike will look almost as good as new. Edited October 23, 2008 by RollinRhino Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasonsBanshee Posted February 20, 2009 Report Share Posted February 20, 2009 I run mine down to the car wash after every ride. Usually runs about 5 or 6 bucks but it does the trick... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJScott Posted February 20, 2009 Report Share Posted February 20, 2009 it really bothers me if my quad/bike is dirty. a good hose down and scrubbing does good. then i go to town with some paper towels, a scotch-brite pad, and some engine degreaser. if it gets really dirty, i usually stop at the car wash on the way home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwistedSheeRida Posted February 20, 2009 Report Share Posted February 20, 2009 usually spray down a lot of nice degreasing cleaner, let it sit, hose off than do it again and scrub the stuck on stuff out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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