cleaning exhaust manifold

[skyman51]

My exhaust manifolds have been coated to look new and not rust. I have a leaky valve cover that over time dripped oil on the manifold, It either stained it or baked on. Any suggestions as to how to clean it off.
Also what oil filters are everyone using? Thanks

 

[Cranky]

What are the manifolds coated with? I use Mobil 1 filters, Wix, Purolator, Baldwin....pretty much any good quality unit......unless it has Fram painted on it. There's quite a bit of info on the net with pics etc on what filters are better.

 

[HitIt]

Personally I like the mobil 1 filters. They are good quality from what I hear, plus they are plain black with a label that can be peeled off for a stock or understated look.

 

[skyman51]

What are the manifolds coated with? I use Mobil 1 filters, Wix, Purolator, Baldwin....pretty much any good quality unit......unless it has Fram painted on it. There's quite a bit of info on the net with pics etc on what filters are better.

Good question as to what the manifolds are coated with. They look grayish and were done some time ago by who I don't know. I believe whatever it is will not come off if I try to clean it.

 

[Histoy]

I use Bosch 3500 oil filters. They are black with a label that can easily be removed.

 

[Meep-Meep]

I have the exact same problem with a manifold but haven't got around to cleaning it yet. I was going to start with a wire brush and strong solvent or something caustic like oven cleaner.

Lately I have been using Wix filters. I use the OEM ones for my 02 Durango.

 

[Meep-Meep]

Oh, and it just occurred to me that you might be able to use a propane torch to burn off the baked on oil.

 

[skyman51]

Thanks all for your thoughts.