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Old Sep 7, 2009 | 08:38 PM
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Anybody have any recommendations on cleaning the aluminum wheels on an 09 SG? I've tried the basice wheel cleaner and there are still water spots and such. I have to believe there is something good out there...

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Old Sep 7, 2009 | 08:50 PM
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Try this... Works Great http://www.chemicalguys.com/Wheel_Wax_p/wac_303.htm More then any wax or sealant, CG –Wheel Guard combines the latest innovations in molecular chemistry to deliver a protective coating that will out last and outshine any wheel product on the market today. Wheel Guard is formulated to safely and effortlessly clean, shine, protect and prolong all types of wheels and wheel finishes. Wheel Guard delivers a high gloss durable wet shine finish on all chrome, aluminum, stainless, powder coated, and even painted wheels.
 
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Old Sep 7, 2009 | 08:56 PM
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Originally Posted by bcarr
Anybody have any recommendations on cleaning the aluminum wheels on an 09 SG? I've tried the basice wheel cleaner and there are still water spots and such. I have to believe there is something good out there...
Thanks in advance!
Their is it's called chrome!! LOL
 
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Old Sep 7, 2009 | 09:51 PM
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Good thought. Maybe it's time to upgrade to that 21" front wheel. Maybe not. I think the wife would kill me for spending that money but I agree that chrome would solve it...
 
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Old Sep 8, 2009 | 08:00 AM
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Shout, yes the laundry stuff, works great
 
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Old Sep 8, 2009 | 08:11 AM
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Default Aluminum Polishing

Try either Wenol (German Product) or Flitz metal polishes. Flitz can be found in many places, Wenol I'm not sure about as I got mine at a car show.


I've used both and my aluminum looks like chrome afterwards. It also puts a coating to protect against oxidation, so the shine lasts for awhile as well.
 
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