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What type of cleaner shall I use? Thanks in advance!
98 Lime Green SE w/SVT Kit, Projectors, CF Hood, 18" Rims, GC's, Shaved, System
98.5 Silver SVT #5737 Black FSVT Rims, MSDS, BAT Drop
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 worked wonders on my E0's
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Wheel cleaner from Griots garage - great stuff!
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i used mothers wheel cleaner for a while and have had good results. just read the directions carefully because on some wheels this stuff can be harmful.
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The wheel is painted. The paint is essentually the same as the paint used to paint the car. Treat is as much like the finish on the body of the car as you can. Wash it frequently. Don't be afraid to wax it. Never use steel wool. Use strong cleaners as little as possible, preferrably never. Never use "Wheel Bright" (which is an acid). If you have a build up that doesn't want to come off easily, use a clay bar.
The strongest stuff I use (and not all that often) is a degreaser. Simple Green works well. I like "Big Orange" purchased from Smart & Final. Some degreasers can be too strong.
Always clean with lots of water. Have wheel cool and wet before using ANY cleaner. Rinse immediately.
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Big Jim, those are some great tips for cleaning wheels. I just might print that for future reference.
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are you a newb paul??????????????
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Originally posted by SteedaSVTââ??¢:
are you a newb paul??????????????
we all have those days 
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Originally posted by Big Jim:
The wheel is painted. The paint is essentually the same as the paint used to paint the car. Treat is as much like the finish on the body of the car as you can. Wash it frequently. Don't be afraid to wax it. Never use steel wool. Use strong cleaners as little as possible, preferrably never. Never use "Wheel Bright" (which is an acid). If you have a build up that doesn't want to come off easily, use a clay bar.
The strongest stuff I use (and not all that often) is a degreaser. Simple Green works well. I like "Big Orange" purchased from Smart & Final. Some degreasers can be too strong.
Always clean with lots of water. Have wheel cool and wet before using ANY cleaner. Rinse immediately.
I echo Jim's suggestions. You NEVER want to use anything acidic. I just don't understand people who use these harsh wheel cleaners that absolutely kill the finish on the wheel. It may look clean, but you may be wearing down the coating!
Most think that because a cleaner is "clear coat safe" it's fine. WRONG. Anodized wheels can be damaged by using a product for clear coated wheels!
Look for products that state "acid free" or "no acid".
As I've said over the past 6 years:
Treat your wheels like you treat your paint. You wouldn't spray Meguiar's Hot Rims on your paint would you?
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Originally posted by SteedaSVTââ??¢:
are you a newb paul??????????????
This is coming from someone asking about y-pipes and indiglos thats been here since 2002?  
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