Polished Wheels
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Polished Wheels
I just purchased a 2000 Vette with polished wheels. What is the process needed to keep these wheels looking good. I understand they need more care than standard wheels, but I have no clue. I am looking for some good advise. Thanks, Duds
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Polished Wheels
I took a clay bar to the wheels on my 2002 coupe. Really took out the grime that seems to gather in the clearcote of the wheels. Smooth as silk now and look like new. I used the Meguiars clay bar kit. Having done that it is a bit of a ripoff for the small clay bar that they give you. Buy the bars separately and use lots of liquid lubricant.
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The polished wheels, if factory, don't take any more care to keep them looking good than the painted ones. Just keep them clean and waxed and you will be OK. They are clearcoated so that helps a lot.
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Originally Posted by rocco16
If the finish is good now, just treat them like you would your paint; wash-dry-wax.
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Plus, every time you get home, clean 'em. Keep that brake dust off and they'll look good all the time. You'll probably be surprised at how quickly they will get dirty...
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What if they have some deposits built up already on the inside (not on spokes)? What is the proper way to take those off?
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Originally Posted by Cajundude
What if they have some deposits built up already on the inside (not on spokes)? What is the proper way to take those off?
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Originally Posted by JDs00PewterCoupe
The polished wheels, if factory, don't take any more care to keep them looking good than the painted ones. Just keep them clean and waxed and you will be OK. They are clearcoated so that helps a lot.
works well for me 
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Most of the deposits on the inside,or barrel. of the wheel are "greasy' road grime. You can safely use a rag with kerosene,charcoal lighter fluid or commercial tar remover. Wash off with soapy water,rinse well and apply a coat of car wax.
The wheels on mine looked as if they were never cleaned on the inside. It would be easier to remove them first.
The wheels on mine looked as if they were never cleaned on the inside. It would be easier to remove them first.
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Thanks! I was definitely planning on taking them off first. Will clean, clay bar and pile on the layers of Zaino.
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There are several threads on this topic currently going around in the Car Care Products section of the Forum. Good luck! 
