MBI

I use the stock rims and tires during winter only. After the second winter I noticed that the rims (fron ones) are impossible to clean. Throughout the winter I tried to get the car washed along with the wheels as often as possible. I finaly had the time to put my ASpec wheels on few weeks ago. I tried to clean the wheels with just soap and water but the yellowish stain does not want to come off. What do you use to clean your wheels? I want to shelve the tires to have more room in the garage but need to clean them before I do that. Please let me know what you think.

PS .... my break fluid is not leaking.....

01tl4tl

I tried some spray on stuff from parts store called aluminum rim etcher $5
It pulled brake dust and stuff from never cleaned inside edge rims
Not for use on polished surfaces

Turbonut

iTrader: (1)

I wouldn't recommend using etcher as if any is gotten on polished or clearcoat surfaces, it will eat through and stain. It was manufactured for uncoated, unpolished aluminum wheels.

I'd by good quailty wheel cleaner eg Blue Coral, Mothers, etc., then spray and clean with soft brush, or a 6" paint brush as I do. Make certain the container states can be used on all wheels. Just soap and water won't cut the brake dust, and if it remains on the wheel too long, it will take some elbow grease to get it off.