Wheel Cleaner?

[SicMonte]

Just wanted to start a discussion on how you all clean you expensive wheels! I have CCW Classics with black anodized centers and polished lips. I usually just wipe them down with a microfiber cloth and use Invisible Glass when they are really dirty...but only when they are cold.

What does everyone else use?

[mc84_zz4]

I usually start with a spray nozzle on a hose, and a brush with soft tips.
I'll use some wheel cleaner spray If they are covered in road goo.
I also like the microfiber cloth to dry/wipe them down, but never on a dry surface.
I also learned that a cold billet wheel is the only billet you can clean.
Mothers Billet polish is great for touch-ups if you do get spots.

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[robertjra]

mothers its the only thing too use i sell it at my store

[DriverzInc]

If your wheels are really dirty, you should let the wheel cool, then spray them down with a lot of water, loosening and rinsing as much loose dirt off as possible. Then, with a micro fiber wash mit, and a car soap solution, wash your wheels with clean water and clean soap. After, rinse thoroughly. I use an air hose to blow off as much water as possibly before drying with a soft, absorbent towel.

For polishing, do all of the above first, then use Mothers BILLET for polished surfaces to polish your BILLET, POLISHED wheels. If your wheels are clear coated, use your favorite wax. I use Meguiars NXT. If your wheels are brushed, and NOT clear coated, do not ever, EVER, EVER use polish on them. You'll polish the brush right out of the wheel. If your wheels are powder coated, treat them like paint, and use your favorite wax.

Hope that helps.

[SicMonte]

If your wheels are really dirty, you should let the wheel cool, then spray them down with a lot of water, loosening and rinsing as much loose dirt off as possible. Then, with a micro fiber wash mit, and a car soap solution, wash your wheels with clean water and clean soap. After, rinse thoroughly. I use an air hose to blow off as much water as possibly before drying with a soft, absorbent towel.

For polishing, do all of the above first, then use Mothers BILLET for polished surfaces to polish your BILLET, POLISHED wheels. If your wheels are clear coated, use your favorite wax. I use Meguiars NXT. If your wheels are brushed, and NOT clear coated, do not ever, EVER, EVER use polish on them. You'll polish the brush right out of the wheel. If your wheels are powder coated, treat them like paint, and use your favorite wax.

Hope that helps.

Thank you sir! That's exactly what I was looking for!!!

[CarlC]

Instead of an air hose I like to use a leaf blower. It works great as well for removing water from around the windshield trim, RS doors, radiator support, etc. where it is tough to get a towel into.

[HotRod47]

What about a set of brand new American Racing polished rims. I mean zero miles not even on the car yet. Is there a way to protect them to keep them nice longer? Someone once suggested waxing them now to protect?

Anyone else have any ideas??

Thanks,
Glenn

[killer67]

Instead of an air hose I like to use a leaf blower. It works great as well for removing water from around the windshield trim, RS doors, radiator support, etc. where it is tough to get a towel into.

X2 - I got a backpack blower - work awesome

[Procharmo]

What about a set of brand new American Racing polished rims. I mean zero miles not even on the car yet. Is there a way to protect them to keep them nice longer? Someone once suggested waxing them now to protect?

Anyone else have any ideas??

Thanks,
Glenn

I use Autosol metal polish. The TT II's are as shiney as the day I put them on. Polish every few months or when they are slightly dull......Do the same for your engine ally......Cold and wet conditions are your enemy so a garaged car is preferable.....

[DriverzInc]

Yes, you can definitely wax your wheels, and it will help, but the key is keeping them clean clean clean.

[FreedomRims]

Biggest thing to remember: LET THEM COOL DOWN before you try to wash / polish them.


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