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Old 12-27-2010, 05:22 AM
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Default How to clean polished wheels

Hi there,

I got a set of Leon Hardiritt wheels (by weds) on my 997S. The outer lip is polished aluminium (which I am assuming) and is giving me a hard time in regard to cleaning. I had OEM Porsche wheels before (painted completely) and just took the car through a "washing tunnel" (in Europe) - they always came out spotless.
With the new wheels, the polished lip comes out dull - Do you have any advise on how the bring back the shine?

Thanks a lot and best regards, Stefan
Old 12-30-2010, 02:34 PM
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If they are fully clean, just put a layer of aluminum polish on them with a terry towel and after it is fully on the polished wheel, whipe it with a new clean microfiber or terry cloth. It's as simple as that.

I use Meguiars Aluminum Polish looking like this, should be found at most auto parts stores.

http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/wcs...0_pri_detl.jpg
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There is a product available at most auto parts stores called Never Dull. It is similar to a really fine steel wool and has a wax like substance on it. This stuff is amazing BUY IT!!!!!
http://www.nevrdull.com/
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Are they bare or clear coated?
Old 07-30-2011, 08:23 AM
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Best wax I've used on the wheels is RejeX. The only wheel cleaner I use is hot soapy water.
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Other recs:
https://rennlist.com/forums/concours...02-wheels.html



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