Finally got my 1st Corvette...loving it.
I have always dreamed of owning a Corvette, but life as always stood in the way (after all, living Colorado required also owning another car for the winter). But after a year of going thru a divorce, the stars aligned and I traded in my 04 CTS-V (I did love that car too) on a very clean 06 Monterey Red Corvette this week. So at 34 yrs old I FINALLY got my dream car, and absolutely loving it.
I will probably have all sorts a questions. But first is what do you all use to clean and polish your chrome wheels. There are all sorts of products out there and I don't want to end up with something that damages them. Thanks |
Congrats and welcome.:cheers: To keep my chromies looking shinny and brand new looking I use Nevr-Dull made by Eagle One. Comes in a silver can and found at most auto parts stores. Then follow it up with several coats of RejeX.
Your wheels will look great.:thumbs: |
Chrome is easy to take care of. I just wash mine with car wash soap and water (by Armorall) and dry them. They shine like a mirror. Of course, you can put polish on them, too.
I've also been using the Armorall stuff you spray on the rims to keep the brake dust off. It works better than I expected. |
I used a good car soap and water and with a wash mitt and one of those soft brushes made to fit in tight places. You can follow with a wheel polish or wax esp. if you live in an area that uses salt in the winter or has salt air like where I live now. Helps prevent rust in any places that might have a small flaw in the chrome.
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Be careful what you use, some metal polishes say do not use on chrome or plated surfaces. I only use a sponge and clear water and they look great.
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:cheers: Congratulations and enjoy your Vette.
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:cheers:Enjoy!
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Congratulations. A little bit of rubbing with a good "Never Dull" pad and some Rejex and it will be cleaner than your new divorce. Best of luck. :thumbs::thumbs:
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Congratulation! Here's wishing you many miles of smiles. :cheers:
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Windex
I clean the wheels with windex. Then a coat of Rejex every 2-3 months. Other than that, soap and water works great.
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As long as you don't let the brake dust build up and stay on the wheels for any length of time soap and water and a good coat of wax.
Great color by the way, I have an '07 Monterey Red coupe with the Cashmere interior. |
Congratulations on your purchase.
When you get a chance, post some pictures. Welcome to the forum.:rock: |
Welcome to the forum! I, too, live in Colorado and just purchased my first Corvette - 07 Monterrey Red Z51 3LT. What an awesome ride. I had a 2010 Shelby Cobra GT500. That car was faster in the straights but couldn't corner near as well as my Vette. I will take the my Corvette any day over the Shelby. By the way, I live in Canon City.
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Congratulations on your first Vette!
I had an 06 Monterey Red and it is a beautiful color. If you haven't already, you'll see a big difference in the color depending on the light - sunlight, shade, indoor lighting, etc.. I just use soap and water to keep my chrome wheels shiny. If you haven't already, check out the Car Care Discussion Forum on here at: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/car-care-discussion-10/ You can even post or PM forum vendors like Autogeek for advice on cleaning. They respond back very quickly, even on weekends. Enjoy the ride!! |
Originally Posted by 1bdvet
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:cheers:Enjoy!
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Originally Posted by dvilin
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:cheers: Congratulations and enjoy your Vette.
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Originally Posted by Tonylmiller
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Chrome is easy to take care of. I just wash mine with car wash soap and water (by Armorall) and dry them. They shine like a mirror. Of course, you can put polish on them, too.
I've also been using the Armorall stuff you spray on the rims to keep the brake dust off. It works better than I expected. |
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Congrats on the Vette & welcome!!:rock:
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