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Old Dec 28, 2006 | 04:14 PM
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I have chrome ZR1 wheels. They are not looking up to par. There is some discoloring and a small build up of black junk where the spokes meet the rim. These corners are hard to get into. What is the best way to get rid of this stuff and polish them up real pretty? Is there any good tools to use?

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Old Dec 28, 2006 | 07:06 PM
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Try removing the wheels from the car, one by one, and wash and polish each wheel in turn. Best way to get them clean
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Remove the wheels, use chrome polish, and a drill with a buffer wheel or cone. Then wax.
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Old Dec 30, 2006 | 08:42 PM
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I had brake dust build up in corners. Used a commercial spray made for brake dust. Did not let it sit on the rim long because I was afraid to ruin the protective coating but the brake dust film came off.
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