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Lukcas61 09-08-2015 09:17 AM

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Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 3303749)
no it's not for garage queens.

Yea mine gets driven everyday of the week. :driving:

Duc_Z09 09-08-2015 09:32 AM

The best wheel cleaner I've ever discovered is WD-40. Use soap and water afterwards or the residue will draw dust.

kenchan 09-08-2015 10:17 AM

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SouthArk370Z 09-08-2015 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Duc_Z09 (Post 3303819)
The best wheel cleaner I've ever discovered is WD-40. Use soap and water afterwards or the residue will draw dust.

I can see putting some WD-40 (or similar, oil-based product) on a rag to clean stubborn dirt, but don't think spraying it around brakes and tires is a good idea. YMMV

kenchan 09-08-2015 10:33 AM

i use rc car motor spray to remove tar and stains. no need to wash, just wax afterwards.

but on my hobbycars, i rarely need to use harsh chemicals. just QD and done. oh wait, op was supposed to search. :mad:

kenchan 09-08-2015 10:34 AM

hate giving away free answers! :mad:



i also wipe off the overspray on my rotors and clean the calipers while im at it.. :p

Ghostvette 09-08-2015 10:38 AM

IBTL :icon18:





Goggle is your friend. :ugh2:

kenchan 09-08-2015 10:39 AM

or cooltoy.

he's our search engine... :ugh:

mishuko 09-08-2015 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by LennyK (Post 3303690)
How Often Do You CLEAN Your Z - Rims?:confused:

How Do You Do It? AND What Do You Use?:confused:

Your Advise Is Appreciated - My Z Looks GREAT / Rims NOT So Much:tiphat:

to be the nice guy... if you wont' spray it on your hood, don't spray it on your alluminum rims.

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 3303751)
gotta put in the effort..

i'm in a never ending battle with my car...

Quote:

Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 3303891)
or cooltoy.

he's our search engine... :ugh:

i thought he was your mechanic ;)

Duc_Z09 09-08-2015 11:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SouthArk370Z (Post 3303861)
I can see putting some WD-40 (or similar, oil-based product) on a rag to clean stubborn dirt, but don't think spraying it around brakes and tires is a good idea. YMMV

Spray it on a paper towel and then wipe the rim. I've been doing it for years with no issues whatsoever.

jcosta79 09-09-2015 02:53 PM

AutO'Rileys has wheel brushes for less than $10. That's what I use to get the barrels cleans.

RyanR 09-09-2015 03:31 PM

Soap+water, dry, then wax with TW Ice = Done

Fxstbi 09-09-2015 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Leingod (Post 3303709)
Soap and water...sometimes with a wash cloth while taking a shower.


Wait.... you mean Z wheels!! Ohhhh.......

Soap and water... sometimes I'll use a MF towel.

Dude! You're mind's in the gutter, glad I'm not the only one....

Crypto2k 09-09-2015 05:44 PM

Adams deep wheel cleaner, brushes for surface and calipers, wheel woolie for behind spokes and their turbo stick to get all the crap that builds up on the drums you normally can't reach. Regular car wash soap should work too *if* you keep up on it. Finish with detailing spray or wax to make next time easier.
Ps. I have Works Gnosis 20" wheels so slightly diff needs from a design and reach perspective.

LennyK 09-10-2015 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by RyanR (Post 3305058)
Soap+water, dry, then wax with TW Ice = Done

THANK YOU - ALL (For Your Good Ideas)...:tiphat:

How Often - Do You Clean Rims???

1- Every Ride
2- Every Week
3- Every Once In A While...:ugh2:


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