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cleaning polished aluminum wheels
I have uncoated polished aluminum wheels, can i use the car wash soap on them? if not, what can i use from around the house? Thanks!
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10-10-2003, 03:27 PM
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Car wash soap is fine. Then use Mother's aluminium and mag polish followed by a coat of carnuba wax.
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10-10-2003, 03:41 PM
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Make sure you use a soft cloth to clean the wheels. No brushes since the aluminum is easily scratched. I've used Mothers, but I like Flitz better. It seems easier to apply and buff, but still shines nice. Also Wenol works well. Stay away from Polish Wadding. I only polish mine once or twice a year and they looks fine.
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10-10-2003, 07:12 PM
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Saltwater environment here - polish 4 times a year - mothers here too. In fact just finished mine 10 minutes ago...
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10-10-2003, 08:28 PM
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The only thing more certain then death and taxes is a picture of Jeremy's fuchs whenever there is a post having anything to do about fuchs.
 Hey I'm just as guilty. I do love them though!
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10-10-2003, 09:17 PM
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Thanks for the info, now i can buy more detailing stuff!
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Heres another one for good measure,
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10-10-2003, 09:21 PM
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Heres another one for good measure,
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10-10-2003, 09:21 PM
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Hey - you got me started with this - just learning from the master!
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Here's a little secret from Al Reed's shop, Pledge furniture polish.
They use it on polished fuchs to protect the polished surface and to keep the matte black paint looking shiny. I haven't tried it yet but I will one of these days. |
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10-11-2003, 06:54 AM
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Gone to California
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