Z51vette88

Hello.

Just bought my first set of chrome rims I've ever owned. What are you guys using on yours rims to shine them up? The rims are in perfect condition already.

Jared

0Surf City Garage

If they're already in perfect shape and you just want to bring out some more gloss give our Spray Glaze a shot - http://surfcitygarage.com/scg-profes...ray-glaze.html




If you do need something to actually polish them and address any light scratches or things like that then Killer Chrome would be the way to go.

http://surfcitygarage.com/car-care/m...ct-polish.html

If you decide to order either one don't forget to use your forum code (VETTE) for the extra 10% off.

Z51vette88

Id say there mint. Only 1k miles on them only. Kinda looks like a wash marks like u would get on paint at the very max. I just bought them an wanna fresh them up before I throw them on

0Surf City Garage

If they have light marks then you can hit them with both the products above.

Polish first with Killer Chrome, then bring out some additional pop with Spray Glaze.

Whatever you do be sure to post up some pics!

Kvothe

I use Mothers Chrome Polish. Easy on and easy off. Don't use it too often. I put Rejex on the wheels too.

http://www.autogeek.net/motchrompol.html

0Killrwheels@Autogeek

Chrome is quite durable, here's what I have found to increase their life and also keep them looking great:

1. Clean with Griots Chrome Wheel Cleaner (remember barrels too)
2. Polish with a chrome polish when needed
3. Seal wheels with G-technics Wheel Armour

Z51vette88

Ok guys, I talked to my buddy that owns a rim shop and he suggested autosol, so I picked some up for 14$ out the door at a local store. here are some pictures, after I was done my applicator micro rag was brown, I can see a higher gloss that you can see in person but I doubt the camera can pick it up. I will be adding something to protect from road grime but not sure which product yet..

Before Poilsh







After

0Killrwheels@Autogeek

Looks great .... several other great metal polishes offer similar outcome. Flitz actually offers some wax protection built in. I still prefer a sealant or coating for long term protection on wheels.

Z51vette88

I just purchased your Rejex stuff, I hear that stuff works great on paint too, worth a try..

0Killrwheels@Autogeek

Rejex is a great product to seal paint, and metal. Very durable and some nice gloss. Use as directed and make sure to try it on paint also.

Scuba Ghost

After washing I use Eagle One Nevr-Dull followed by some RejeX.

McPeds

G-technics Wheel Armour. I used this on my HRE wheels. It is good stuff.

Scuba Ghost

Where do you buy Auto Sol Wheel Polish? Those wheels look great.

Z51vette88

Thanks. Since im in canada i bought it at canadian tire. But o'reilly or auto zone should have it. I believe i seen it on Amazon too

0Killrwheels@Autogeek

http://www.autogeek.net/rolite-metal-polish.html

see bottom of page for some different wheel cleaning/polishing help by wheel type.

bguad

Hi I have an 2011 GS with chrome wheels. Are they chrome or polished aluminum?

Thanks

0Killrwheels@Autogeek

check your window sticker or your option code tag:

PYD Competition Gray Aluminum Wheels (Grand Sport) 855 395
PYE Chrome Aluminum Wheels (Grand Sport) 6,036 1,995
Q44 Competition Gray Aluminum Wheels (Z06) 76 395
Q6B Chrome 20-Spoke Aluminum Wheels (ZR1) 649 2,000
Q6J Competition Gray Aluminum Wheels (ZR1) 76 395
Q8A Spider Chrome Aluminum Wheels (Z06) 390 1,995
QX1 Competition Gray Aluminum Wheels 156 395
QX3 Chrome Aluminum Wheels 2,113 1,850
RQ1 Machine Faced Aluminum Wheels 277 895