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Old Feb 15, 2008 | 03:05 PM
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Hey Guys, I've got cast wheels and have a few hard to get to places where the brake dust accumulates. Anyone know of a good cleaner to dislove the dust?
 
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Old Feb 15, 2008 | 03:47 PM
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Shout clothing cleaner... do not know why it works but it is fantastic!!!
 
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Old Feb 15, 2008 | 04:00 PM
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After you get the wheels clean, install some Lyndall Z-Plus or Gold brake pads and you won't have anymore brake dust mess.
 
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Old Feb 15, 2008 | 11:15 PM
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agree with that one for sure!!!!
 
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Old Feb 15, 2008 | 11:18 PM
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I use that Zep's orange oil type stuff or whatever orange stuff. It cuts the crap prettygood.
Spray it on and let is sit for a minute or two, then spray it off with the hose and it's pretty clean. Maybe do it twice, but wipe it down for that shine after the second time.
 
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