Clean wheels

Ive got white rims i cleaned them the other day with a scotch brite it got them pritty clean but i can't get all the brake dust out of the little dimples.whot do you use to get them clean.DO TELL.Its drivin me crazy.

 

i got black rims <!-- s:lol: --><img src="{SMILIES_PATH}/icon_lol.gif" alt=":lol:" title="Laughing" /><!-- s:lol: --> ive only ever gave them a once over 1 time there a bitch to get clean so i dont bother

 

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what do you mean by dimples?

 

littie indents on the inner rime.

 

I've been thinking of cleaning mine with a tooth brush and maybe some degresser. I let you know if it works.

 

Ok, i'll let you all in on my wheel cleaning technique...

1. Sponge down with soapy water.
2. Wipe down with kerosine to get rid of the hard to remove stuff.
3. Final wipe over with Mr Sheen will get every last spec off and make it nice and easy to clean next time.

After you've done that if you Mr Sheen them once a week you'll always have nice shiny wheels!

 

Thanks champ i will try that real soon.

 

Sounds easier than my idea, thankx champ!

 

Probably the hollows left by the rough casting of the wheels. The actual rims are machined and are smooth, but the spokes are a rough texture.

You can use "truck wash" detergent (not sure of the brand) mixed with water, spray on with a spray bottle and wash off with water a few minutes later. This stuff contains caustic, so don't leave it on too long, but it is impressive stuff.

 

At this point in time I think it is a good idea to mention.....

Don't get any of this stuff on your chain!!!!! (unless it is soapy water)

 

I will make sure that don't happen now that i know.

 

Kerosine is ok on your chain as long as it's part of the cleaning process.

 

My chain is a oring.Thanks anyway.

 

hey gave my rims a good scrub the otherr day found out there grey <!-- s:shock: --><img src="{SMILIES_PATH}/icon_eek.gif" alt=":shock:" title="Shocked" /><!-- s:shock: -->

 

DOH!

No, mine are black , but soon to be a different color all together.....

 

are you gonna get them painted i was thinking about that how much will it cost and whats involved

 

I have started to strip the outside of the rim.just guna leave the inside bit white.It will look good when it's done.

 

WD-40 is great for getting road grime off, lol.

I've heard peoplesay it's not good for paint, but I've never had a problem.

Black rims are the bomb.

 

They would be.