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Old Jul 3, 2006 | 06:53 PM
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Any suggestions as to the best polish for C5 Polished alumnium wheels? Some aay simichrome is great for chrome wheels.
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If you're asking about the factory OEM wheels, they are clear coated and you need to use a polish that is clear coat safe. Anything else can scratch them. For these, many people use the same polish or wax that they use on their car's finish.

Too, this topic is discussed very freqently over in the Car Care Discussion section of the Forum and you should find a lot more info on this there.

Good luck.
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Originally Posted by GrayC5
If you're asking about the factory OEM wheels, they are clear coated and you need to use a polish that is clear coat safe. Anything else can scratch them. For these, many people use the same polish or wax that they use on their car's finish.

Too, this topic is discussed very freqently over in the Car Care Discussion section of the Forum and you should find a lot more info on this there.

Good luck.
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