whats the best way to clean door jams?

[Nuke33]

What is the best way to clean a door jam?? What chemical can i use and do i need to rise them off?



Thanks

Ryan

 

[BigAl3]

apc should work fine...

 

[deadlock32]

I use and APC (megs APC+) then use meg ColorX



ColorX is really handy for surfaces that you really only want to go over once, its a great cleaning wax that leaves a great shine. Perfect for door jams and the underside of hoods.

 

[Nuke33]

do i need to rinse the apc or is it safe on the paint

 

[deadlock32]

apc is generally safe for paint... but make sure you read the label because stuff like simple green is pretty harsh.



Usually a 4:1 dullution or higher is safe, but wait for others to chime in, just in case. I mean I've been using megs apc+ for 10+ cars and havent had an issue yet.

 

[Nuke33]

yea im going to use meg apc+

 

[imported_exclusivedetail]

do i need to rinse the apc or is it safe on the paint

Yes you should rinse it off.

 

[thesacrifice]

I wash the outside paint with ONR, so the door jams get ONR too and then treated with AIO.

 

[imported_smprince1]

If you have one, I find a steam cleaner works great on door jams.

 

[brwill2005]

APC and a pressure washer. If you do not rinse the APC, many times it leaves a film that makes the paint look dull.

 

[joshtpa]

I use ONR and it works great.

 

[budman3]

I use Poorboys Spray and Wipe. It works great as long as it isn't too greasy. No chances of hurting the paint (like an APC) and can't beat the ease of use... spray on wipe off .

 

[David703]

i spray with bleach white, then scrub with soap and water with a soft brush. The bleach white cuts any grease in there and has never stained for me.

 

[imported_GregCavi]

I clean with hi temp apc 20:1 or meguiar apc+ 10:1, and then once clean, shine with either ocw, or Z8, and finally, dress rubber seals with CG VRT.



Greg

 

[Junebug]

If they are really greasy and nasty - I've had success with Eagle One All Wheel & Tire Cleaner, spray, let it foam, brush or use a throw-a-way towel, then rinse. Otherwise I just an old sponge with the car wash bucket AFTER I do the car - sort of my last step before pouring it out.

 

[sWISHbrade]

I use Poorboys Spray and Wipe. It works great as long as it isn't too greasy. No chances of hurting the paint (like an APC) and can't beat the ease of use... spray on wipe off .

My thoughts exactly. And because the door jamb areas are normally sheltered from the elements, the shine should last for a full week before we attend to them again.

 

[Bigpoppa3346]

I use ONR. Works very well for this purpose, and once I am done I will hit it with some AW for some protection and gloss. Plus, it makes future cleanings a breeze.