View Full Version : whats the best way to clean door jams?
Nuke33
12-01-2006, 01:17 AM
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
12-01-2006, 01:40 AM
apc should work fine...
deadlock32
12-01-2006, 01:42 AM
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
12-01-2006, 01:49 AM
do i need to rinse the apc or is it safe on the paint
deadlock32
12-01-2006, 01:52 AM
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
12-01-2006, 01:54 AM
yea im going to use meg apc+
imported_exclusivedetail
12-01-2006, 06:31 AM
do i need to rinse the apc or is it safe on the paint
Yes you should rinse it off.
thesacrifice
12-01-2006, 07:25 AM
I wash the outside paint with ONR, so the door jams get ONR too and then treated with AIO.
imported_smprince1
12-01-2006, 07:50 AM
If you have one, I find a steam cleaner works great on door jams.
brwill2005
12-01-2006, 10:12 AM
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
12-01-2006, 10:23 AM
I use ONR and it works great.
budman3
12-01-2006, 10:37 AM
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
12-01-2006, 12:20 PM
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
12-01-2006, 12:22 PM
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
12-01-2006, 01:11 PM
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.