FOAK: number plates

platypus · Dec 20, 2005

I noticed this evening that the numberplate on the BMW is filthy. It's
covered with greasy muck and is almost unreadable. What's the best method
for getting it spotlessly clean? I was thinking of trying a jetwash to get
the worst of it off, followed by hot, soapy water and a sponge, but I don't
know if this will cause any damage to the surface. Also, is there any sort
of lacquer or treatment (Rain-X?) that will help to prevent this build-up of
dirt in future?

Wicked Uncle Nigel · Dec 21, 2005

Using the patented Mavis Beacon "Hunt&Peck" Technique, platypus

I noticed this evening that the numberplate on the BMW is filthy. It's
covered with greasy muck and is almost unreadable. What's the best method
for getting it spotlessly clean? I was thinking of trying a jetwash to get
the worst of it off, followed by hot, soapy water and a sponge, but I don't
know if this will cause any damage to the surface. Also, is there any sort
of lacquer or treatment (Rain-X?) that will help to prevent this build-up of
dirt in future?
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It is *extremely* dangerous to attempt to clean the plate.

The sudden glare from the highly reflective surface would inevitably
dazzle you, causing you to careen into a bus queue. Of nuns. Bouncing
off that, you would mow down an entire class of five year old disabled
(yet curiously cute) children before colliding with Elsie Marples (97),
grandmother of 763 delightful babies.

Leave it!

YKIMS.

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wessie · Dec 21, 2005

platypus emerged from their own little world to say

I noticed this evening that the numberplate on the BMW is filthy.
It's covered with greasy muck and is almost unreadable.
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sounds ideal

What's the
best method for getting it spotlessly clean? I was thinking of trying
a jetwash to get the worst of it off, followed by hot, soapy water and
a sponge, but I don't know if this will cause any damage to the
surface. Also, is there any sort of lacquer or treatment (Rain-X?)
that will help to prevent this build-up of dirt in future?
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???

ginge · Dec 21, 2005

I noticed this evening that the numberplate on the BMW is filthy. It's
covered with greasy muck and is almost unreadable. What's the best method
for getting it spotlessly clean? I was thinking of trying a jetwash to get
the worst of it off, followed by hot, soapy water and a sponge, but I don't
know if this will cause any damage to the surface. Also, is there any sort
of lacquer or treatment (Rain-X?) that will help to prevent this build-up of
dirt in future?
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I have no idea. So far this is a situation I have only encountered on
the car, and one I have surrendered to because mileage is futile.

On the bike I suspect spraying it with chain lube might help, as it
flings the dirt off chains.... but it might just get more sticky.

platypus · Dec 21, 2005

Biffa said:

A liberal greasing in honey and whale fat should do the trick.
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Internally or externally?

...... as for the bike yer fooked, a good wash and polish wiv a
quality polish / wax should make it easier to clean next time.
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What, the whole bike? Isn't that a little extreme?

platypus · Dec 21, 2005

ginge said:

I have no idea. So far this is a situation I have only encountered on
the car, and one I have surrendered to because mileage is futile.

On the bike I suspect spraying it with chain lube might help, as it
flings the dirt off chains.... but it might just get more sticky.
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I doubt I could convincingly use chain lube on a BMW.

R obbo · Dec 21, 2005

platypus said:

I noticed this evening that the numberplate on the BMW is filthy. It's
covered with greasy muck and is almost unreadable. What's the best method
for getting it spotlessly clean? I was thinking of trying a jetwash to get
the worst of it off, followed by hot, soapy water and a sponge, but I don't
know if this will cause any damage to the surface. Also, is there any sort
of lacquer or treatment (Rain-X?) that will help to prevent this build-up
of dirt in future?
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The Older Gentleman · Dec 21, 2005

platypus said:

I noticed this evening that the numberplate on the BMW is filthy. It's
covered with greasy muck and is almost unreadable. What's the best method
for getting it spotlessly clean? I was thinking of trying a jetwash to get
the worst of it off, followed by hot, soapy water and a sponge, but I don't
know if this will cause any damage to the surface. Also, is there any sort
of lacquer or treatment (Rain-X?) that will help to prevent this build-up of
dirt in future?
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Neatsfoot oil.

Krusty · Dec 21, 2005

platypus said:

I noticed this evening that the numberplate on the BMW is filthy.
It's covered with greasy muck and is almost unreadable. What's the
best method for getting it spotlessly clean?
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Just do the same as you do with your underpants - that'll give you a
few months grace till you have to bin it & buy a new one.

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platypus · Dec 21, 2005

Krusty said:

Just do the same as you do with your underpants - that'll give you a
few months grace till you have to bin it & buy a new one.
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Interesting idea, but the numberplate lacks the necessary straps, tie-downs,
hardpoints, nozzles etc.

HooDooWitch · Dec 21, 2005

Just do the same as you do with your underpants - that'll give you a
few months grace till you have to bin it & buy a new one.
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.... or get a toffee hammer.

Pip · Dec 21, 2005

I noticed this evening that the numberplate on the BMW is filthy. It's
covered with greasy muck and is almost unreadable. What's the best method
for getting it spotlessly clean? I was thinking of trying a jetwash to get
the worst of it off, followed by hot, soapy water and a sponge, but I don't
know if this will cause any damage to the surface. Also, is there any sort
of lacquer or treatment (Rain-X?) that will help to prevent this build-up of
dirt in future?
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Nice. I think Sir requires a large new keepnet for Chrimbo.

Christofire · Dec 21, 2005

platypus said:

I noticed this evening that the numberplate on the BMW is filthy.
It's covered with greasy muck and is almost unreadable. What's the
best method for getting it spotlessly clean? I was thinking of
trying a jetwash to get the worst of it off, followed by hot, soapy
water and a sponge, but I don't know if this will cause any damage to
the surface. Also, is there any sort of lacquer or treatment
(Rain-X?) that will help to prevent this build-up of dirt in future?
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Ride around in front of a copper or two. You should find that by the
end of the event you'll have a nice, shiny clean plate.

Krusty · Dec 21, 2005

Rope said:

Krusty spoke:

What, turn it inside out once a week?
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Eeeewwww! Anything less than 3 times a week is just *gross*.

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Owen · Dec 21, 2005

I noticed this evening that the numberplate on the BMW is filthy. It's
covered with greasy muck and is almost unreadable. What's the best method
for getting it spotlessly clean? I was thinking of trying a jetwash to get
the worst of it off, followed by hot, soapy water and a sponge, but I don't
know if this will cause any damage to the surface. Also, is there any sort
of lacquer or treatment (Rain-X?) that will help to prevent this build-up of
dirt in future?
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Just wash it off with a warm bucket of fairy liquid, job done, nothing
fancy... Takes a minute...

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