[Z06] How do you keep chrome wheels clean?
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Heel & Toe
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From: Milltown nj
How do you keep chrome wheels clean?
I am having a real tough time keeping the chrome wheels on my black Z06 clean.
Especially the front wheels get very dirty with, I guess, brake dust and it seems to stain or pit the chrome wheels where it is almost impossible to get them to look new again.
Any suggestions?
Thanks,
My Z06 / IgoFast
Especially the front wheels get very dirty with, I guess, brake dust and it seems to stain or pit the chrome wheels where it is almost impossible to get them to look new again.
Any suggestions?
Thanks,
My Z06 / IgoFast
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Re: How do you keep chrome wheels clean? (Igofast)
When I wash my car every weekend I use a wheel brush to get all the big dirt grime off. Then after the car is dried, I wipe all the wheels with a damp towel. This is where I get in all the knook and crannies to make them looks really clean. Then I go over them with a dry towel 'til they look spotless. Then every six weeks or so, I use some Zaino on them.
The process I do is very time consuming, but well worth the effort in my opinion.
The process I do is very time consuming, but well worth the effort in my opinion.
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Re: How do you keep chrome wheels clean? (Igofast)
I have the same scenario, except my rims do still look new. It's only some very small black spots that won't come off no matter how hard I rub. I called the place where I got the rims because I didn't want to ruin the finish or void my warranty (Corvettes of Houston) & they suggested trying a chrome wheel cleaner, like Mothers or Turtle Wax.. Haven't had a chance yet, but sounds like a plan.
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Re: How do you keep chrome wheels clean? (Igofast)
A good coat of polish/wax will help to protect them, and if you're not doing any track events you might condsider going to ceramic pads to eliminate (or substantially reduce) the brake dust. :yesnod:
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Re: How do you keep chrome wheels clean? (Igofast)
I use mothers chrome cleaner. It is a liquid and applies with ease, and the chrome comes out real nice. It does a great job in removing those black stains you get from the breake pads. The stock pads dust so bad I ended up changing the pads out to Hawk Street pads. It really helped out with the dusting problem and not one squeal from the brakes. :)
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Re: How do you keep chrome wheels clean? (Threed)
I use "Never Dull" magic wadding once a month. After every wash I use "Armor All" windshield cleaner on them. Works for me. Results may vary. :D :cheers:
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Re: How do you keep chrome wheels clean? (Stan47)
Going ceramic pads makes a BIG difference.
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Re: How do you keep chrome wheels clean? (Igofast)
I probably spend as much time on my wheels as I do washing/waxing the rest of the car...(I even get under the car to clean the inside...)
1st: Start with perfectly clean rims
2nd: Wax them, every time you wax your car! This will make it much easier to clean in between waxes.
3rd: Water and a towel, if above steps are done, should let you just wipe the residue off...providing you do it every week or two...What I do is wet the tire; let is sit for a minute or two; take a damp towel and gently wipe away the majority of the surface grime; get a new, dry towel and wipe to brilliant shine...yes it should be just that easy if you do this regularly!
1st: Start with perfectly clean rims
2nd: Wax them, every time you wax your car! This will make it much easier to clean in between waxes.
3rd: Water and a towel, if above steps are done, should let you just wipe the residue off...providing you do it every week or two...What I do is wet the tire; let is sit for a minute or two; take a damp towel and gently wipe away the majority of the surface grime; get a new, dry towel and wipe to brilliant shine...yes it should be just that easy if you do this regularly!
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Re: How do you keep chrome wheels clean? (Igofast)
Keep it in the garage under a 300.00 cover!! That would work but if you drive in city they will always collect dust road grime. Use a wax that will wash off easy dust. :cool:
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Re: How do you keep chrome wheels clean? (bobby777)
I use a California Duster every other time I bring the car home. A minute and a half, and it gets the worst of the dust off.
I have also heard that going to ceramic pads helps a lot (as mentioned earlier in this post).
I have also heard that going to ceramic pads helps a lot (as mentioned earlier in this post).
