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freeman(sting)
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28th Apr 06 at 21:44   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
hey,

im wondering what is the best thing to use or to do to get your aluminium wheels looking great, from your experience, tried autosol but apprently it is abrasive. your suggstions please.

[Edited on 28-04-2006 by freeman(sting)]
Robin
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Registered: 7th Jan 04
Location: Northants Drives: Clio 182 Cup
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28th Apr 06 at 21:55   View Garage View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
autosol isnt ideal, as youve found out

something like Meg's Wheels Cleaner or even something as simple as vineger in water would be worth a try

but i always use good old car shampoo
freeman(sting)
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28th Apr 06 at 21:58   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
the wheels are already clean i just want a highly polished look,
Robin
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28th Apr 06 at 21:59   View Garage View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
aaahhh

what wheels? any pics?
TOMAS
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28th Apr 06 at 22:39   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
Elbo grease, most 'alloys' are powder-coated (even the shiney silver ones) and I find the best thing is wash with soapy water then use a good car body polish. Regular waxing of wheels is also good as it help prevent brake dust/muck from bonding to the coating.
freeman(sting)
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28th Apr 06 at 22:47   View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
there bike wheels plished rims but i want them really shiny
Robin
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28th Apr 06 at 22:48   View Garage View User's Profile U2U Member Reply With Quote
Peek, its the best metal polish ever

just keep rubbing

 
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