Cleaning clubs

[dkinser86]

I was wondering if there is any particular way to clean clubs correctly. Right now, I have a set of Mizuno MP30's and I'm not sure exactly how to clean them good without damaging or having them rust. Any specific do's and don't's?

Thanks!

[beisenhauer]

I use warm water, dish soap and a nylon brush (not one with metal bristles). Seems to work pretty well. Just be sure to dry them thoroughly afterward.

[hawkeye]

There's a new machine at the range - you put you club heads (and/or grips) into a pool of water and the machine sends electromagnetic waves through the water which vibrate the molecules attached to your club (dirt) and hey presto they are clean :)

Though there isn't a better feeling than spending half an hour with a basin of soapy water and a scubbing brush on your clubs

Only advice I can think of is make sure you dry them thoroughly - that's where rust can set in. Especially if you have a cavity or something where water/dirt can hide. Oh and take a scrubbing brush out at the grips - scrub really hard (and get the soap out if you use some) - you'd be surprised how much dirt gets in there (sweat, acid rain etc )

[DDBowdoin]

I use a hard tooth brush with warm soapy water, usually after every round. I also try to make an effort to sharpen my scoring clubs grooves with a small tool I picked up from TGW for 10 bucks.

[ettsn]

If you wipe them down after each shot, they don't get all that dirty to begin with. I also use a brass brush on the face, as it gets the grooves nice and clean. No worries about damaging the club, as brass is much softer than chrome plated steel. Periodically, I fill the kitchen sink with warm, soapy water and give the sticks a good bath, drying completely.

[La Costa Golfer]

  DDBowdoin said:

I use a hard tooth brush with warm soapy water, usually after every round. I also try to make an effort to sharpen my scoring clubs grooves with a small tool I picked up from TGW for 10 bucks.

I bypassed the special brush and use an old toothbrush. Saved $10 bucks. Works just fine.

Key is not to dunk the head of a cavity backed club into water. Get the toothbrush wet and scrub the head. Wipe with a damp towel. Wipe dry completely.

[srjorion]

I always wipe my clubs off after each shot or session on the range, but once every two to three weeks I wash them in warm soapy water. One thing I always make sure to do is cover the hole at the bottom of the grip to prevent water from getting inside the shaft. I usually just cover the hole with my finger as I run water over the grips to rinse them off.

[Butch10x]

this is a great thread. thanks to the original poster and the experienced advice.

[ganjagolfer]

never put them in the washing machine, i did that once and they came out all bent

[hawkeye]

brilliant LOL! have some rep points.

Those steel brushes are a marvel - the get at the grooves easily. They do more than an old toothbrush. Great to have attached to the bag. I used to use steel wool on my old irons (and wedges - to remove some of the rust) but I wouldn't use it now - it ruins the dull finish my irons have.

I clean my irons as best I can after every shot but they still need cleaning at home - especially the cavities and grips. Can't wait till clean them haha

[JoeCanuck]

  ganjagolfer said:

never put them in the washing machine, i did that once and they came out all bent

Super...you almost owed me a new keyboard...

[dkinser86]

  Butch10x said:

this is a great thread. thanks to the original poster and the experienced advice.

Your welcome! And second the thanks for such knowledgeable replies. That is the reason why I joined this forum. Thanks a bunch.

Now to my next question. Is there anything special you can do with forged clubs. I got a deal on my used of Mizunos, which are forged. Anything special I need to do?

[GOLFSALOT00]

if you mean as far as cleaning them you dont need to do anything different

[seattlesfinest]

  beisenhauer said:

I use warm water, dish soap and a nylon brush (not one with metal bristles). Seems to work pretty well. Just be sure to dry them thoroughly afterward.

That's exactly what I do as well. :)

[ganjagolfer]

i actually don''t mind playing in the rain, course opens up and no wait and one of the extra benefits is the clubs get cleaned

[hacker101]

I know this is old but had a question for you all regarding the cleaning of your irons.

When i clean my irons they never seem to be as nice as when a person at the course cleans them. Is there anything special they use that anyone knows of?

The last time I had a course guy clean my clubs they returned them spot less and all I saw him using was a white towel.

Thanks

[Hacker James]

WD-40

[dbuck]

I hang a towel around my umbrella handle that is wet on one end and dry on the other. After each shot, I wipe and dry the club before putting it back. I do this quickly and unobtrusively to avoid disturbing playing partners or slowing play. This reduces the amount of time I have to put to dedicated cleaning, although like some others I kind of like cleaning my clubs. When cleaning I use a toothbrush and warm water and be sure to dry thoroughly. Occasionally, I use a Mothers Mag and aluminum polish on plated or stainless surfaces and Kit carnauba wax on painted surfaces.