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wheel cleaners that are 100% SAFE for new 7th gen wheels?

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Old Jan 24, 2010 | 06:24 PM
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wheel cleaners that are 100% SAFE for new 7th gen wheels?

Let's just say I don't exactly look forward to washing my wheels...just something about how I can't seem to find a good rhythm or something getting the rag on all areas of those wheels. I'd obviously love to just be able to use a spray cleaner, but am just SO **** and cautious about anything that goes on my new Max, I've been hesitant to use any kind of wheel cleaner yet. There is no caked on brake dust etc. because I wash it regularly. I'm looking for some reliable advice on if there are any wheel cleaners that give great results and no worries of damaging the wheel's surface over time.

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Old Jan 24, 2010 | 08:09 PM
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Don't use wheel cleaners, just whatever car wash soap you use and some brushes that will get deep into the wheels.
Old Jan 25, 2010 | 05:41 AM
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Originally Posted by Scottwax
Don't use wheel cleaners, just whatever car wash soap you use and some brushes that will get deep into the wheels.


I don't even use a brush, with enough soap, water and a good rag, it'll get the job done. I've even gone so far as to remove each rim from the car to clean it thoroughly from the inside.
Old Jan 25, 2010 | 12:38 PM
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dang puppet...i thought i was **** nice!
Old Feb 1, 2010 | 04:52 PM
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Wax each wheel after they are clean to help brake dust and dirt sticking on. Remember, they are still painted surfaces. You can treat them like the rest of your body panels.
Old Feb 1, 2010 | 05:59 PM
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good point !
Old Feb 20, 2010 | 08:24 AM
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I use simple green on mine when they're REALLY dirty and greasy -- same for my motorcycle.
Doesn't leave a lustrous shine -- but gets the job done without damaging the paint.

Typically - I just use the soap and water from my bucket tho....

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